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Cisco kid · Cisco kid

Hi all I think this is an old chestnut. I have a 12v NCE TV which was included when we bought the van . When we change locations and try to retune it a signal comes up saying Data base empty I have emailed and rung the number for NCE but no response from them. we do not have a satellite dish. Do I need to update f...

Mobi Condo · Mobi Condo

Sorry for all you "at home" & "comfortable with" both mentioned software, BUT we are sick & tired of the continued waffle of MS Windows and the expense of Apple stuff. I know there used to be some "Free Ware" operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet, emailing, image, video and other g...

Bianca · Bianca

Hi. I am trying to find out if it is possible to install a domestic house awning to a caravan. I have seen windout retractable awnings cheap on the internet. Any ideas would be great.

Gundog · Gundog

OBD2 Bluetooth Scan Tool and Torque App. Monday my engine warning light came on, the ute felt like an old carby vehicle it was like it was flat spot at 2500RPM, in reality it was limp mode active. The scan tool was connected but Torque app was not active, activated the app, ran the Fault Code check, it came...

Beepa · Beepa

Hi Fellow Nomads, I'm looking at getting either a gypsy trailer or an A frame for towing behind my Fiat Ducato but before I do like to hear the pro's and con's of both before making a choice. I'm hoping that there are some of you guys out there have either one or the other that are willing to share your thoug...

jade46 · jade46

** -- Edited by jade46 on Friday 4th of March 2022 01:36:26 PM

Joker · Joker

Hi everyone,I try to find out which ones of the above are "sort of reasonable good quality". Has anyone experiences with on of these! They all come with a regulator and cost between $299 and $349.I know you get what you pay for but sadly that is all what I can afford also getting a battery box and a deep cycl...

Colin1947 · Colin1947

Selecting Your IDEAL Caravan! Buying a new caravan is a very big investment, and it is essential that a potential-buyer thoroughly does their "home-work" beforehand, to best-ensure that they make a sound and wise investment. Firstly, and most importantly, it is suggested that...

jegog · jegog

I am considering upgrading to a caravan and have been doing my research. I think I have my head around the various weights. I just reworded the terms to common English and used the caravan and vehicle weights as the references for the other terms. But eventually I came to WDHs. Reading what people wrote...

Cardie Bob · Cardie Bob

Where and when we travel, generally we do not even take a fan with us. In our camper trailer. Earlier this year we did take a bulky fan, but have recently seen mini aircons, for under $100. I would not be expecting great things from such a unit, but wonder if anyone has had experience with such a small ?

RobDor · RobDor

Howdy, will be heading off soon and doing some dirt roads west of Cairns to the gulf. I have a single axle caravan at approx. 2700 ATM. I run the tyres at about 67psi for normal driving. No need to go over what pressure I should run etc. have been through all that and 67 is correct. My question is, what pressu...

Bicyclecamper · Bicyclecamper

I am looking for a small 12 volt maybe 30cm in size, monitor, that has a dvd player incorporated. Don't need the TV function, anyone know where I could get one? as I have tried, and it seems their not out there. Any helpful info, greatly appreciated

keiron · keiron

Here I go again. Jayco Starcraft, 2010, battery showing 14.7 V at the battery using a multi-meter. Only Solar panel connected. With the battery switch turned off / up position the interior lights work normally. With the battery switch is turned on / down position No interior lights work, just light u...

keiron · keiron

jayco starcraft 2010 model NO INTERIOR LIGHTSPermalink Reply Quote Edit Post Here I go again. Jayco Starcraft, 2010, battery showing 14.7 V at the battery using a multi-meter. Only Solar panel connected. With the battery switch turned off / up position the interior lights work normally. With...

johnnz · johnnz

The flush is not working on my C range Thetford toilet, plenty of water, I'm told there is a fuse located under where the cassette is located, with the cassette out I cannot see this fuse, is there such a fuse, anyone else have this issue. Would like to solve the fuse issue before changing the pump, the imp...

gypsy2600 · gypsy2600

Hi, I'm not very technical but have some limited knowledge. Would appreciate yours views on the following: I have a 50 AMP Anderson Plug on my tow vehicle that supplies charge to the batteries in my van. (Heavy duty cable wired by an Auto Electrician many years back) I also have a 50amp Anderson Plug on...

ROAD RUNNER · ROAD RUNNER

Hi, I have a 2013 4cyl Turbo Diesel 316 model with 195,000km on the clock and to date the manual gearbox oil and rear diff oil hasn't been changed. Does anyone know the frequency of servicing the manual trans and diff for this model?. I phoned Adelaide Mercedes service dept and got more sense from my dog....

Ian G · Ian G

Wondering how others have wired the 12 volts on their 3 way fridge. Mine is wired by the manufacturer with the 12 v coming from the van batteries and draws approx 20 amps, I have a 20 amp DC-DC charger in the van connected to the tug via an anderson plug (standard arrangement), I was thinking of splitting t...

wanderer 2 · wanderer 2

Hi Vanners, am about to get my tow vehicle remapped. looking for thoughts from those who HAVE done it. current vehicle 2013 BT50 XTR Dual cab. NO DPF. Previous van was 2t loaded and achieved approx 13/14l/100klm fuel economy and towed well. New van 2,5t loaded fuel economy dropped [ as expected] t...

RobDor · RobDor

Recommendations on best silicone/sika to use on caravan roof please ? Will be cutting hole to insert Dometic DRS and want to seal properly. Thanks

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	NCE TV channel tuning problem (Preview) Hi all I think this is an old chestnut. I have a 12v NCE TV which was included when we bought the van . When we change locations and try to retune it a signal comes up saying Data base empty I have emailed and rung the number for NCE but no response from them. we do not have a satellite dish. Do I need to update f...	Cisco kid	9	2320	05:40 PM Mar 10, 2022 by Bobdown
	Free-Ware - NON Windows or Apple Stuff (Preview) Sorry for all you "at home" & "comfortable with" both mentioned software, BUT we are sick & tired of the continued waffle of MS Windows and the expense of Apple stuff. I know there used to be some "Free Ware" operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet, emailing, image, video and other g...	Mobi Condo	21	1599	09:01 AM Mar 10, 2022 by Mobi Condo
	Awnings (Preview) Hi. I am trying to find out if it is possible to install a domestic house awning to a caravan. I have seen windout retractable awnings cheap on the internet. Any ideas would be great.	Bianca	4	1452	10:53 PM Mar 9, 2022 by PeterD
	Engine goes to Limp Mode. (Preview) OBD2 Bluetooth Scan Tool and Torque App. Monday my engine warning light came on, the ute felt like an old carby vehicle it was like it was flat spot at 2500RPM, in reality it was limp mode active. The scan tool was connected but Torque app was not active, activated the app, ran the Fault Code check, it came...	Gundog	10	1530	03:44 PM Mar 9, 2022 by boab
	Gypsy Trailer v Flat Towing (Preview) Hi Fellow Nomads, I'm looking at getting either a gypsy trailer or an A frame for towing behind my Fiat Ducato but before I do like to hear the pro's and con's of both before making a choice. I'm hoping that there are some of you guys out there have either one or the other that are willing to share your thoug...	Beepa	3	1635	01:25 PM Mar 8, 2022 by woolman
	Inverter (Preview) ** -- Edited by jade46 on Friday 4th of March 2022 01:36:26 PM	jade46	7	1396	04:17 PM Mar 4, 2022 by kgarnett
	ridge rider vs xtm vs rough country solar blanket? (Preview) Hi everyone,I try to find out which ones of the above are "sort of reasonable good quality". Has anyone experiences with on of these! They all come with a regulator and cost between $299 and $349.I know you get what you pay for but sadly that is all what I can afford also getting a battery box and a deep cycl...	Joker	8	5168	02:06 PM Mar 3, 2022 by Mike Harding
	Selecting Your IDEAL Caravan! (Preview) *Selecting Your IDEAL* Caravan!** Buying a new caravan is a very big investment, and it is *essential* that a potential-buyer thoroughly does their "*home-work" beforehand, to best-ensure that they make a sound* and *wise* investment. Firstly, and most importantly, it is suggested that...	Colin1947	3	1155	08:25 PM Mar 1, 2022 by Aus-Kiwi
	When do you need to disengage Weight Distribution Hitches ( 1 2 3 ) (closed) WDH (Preview) I am considering upgrading to a caravan and have been doing my research. I think I have my head around the various weights. I just reworded the terms to common English and used the caravan and vehicle weights as the references for the other terms. But eventually I came to WDHs. Reading what people wrote...	jegog	84	6820	10:38 AM Feb 28, 2022 by Webmaster
	Fan or mini portable aircon? (Preview) Where and when we travel, generally we do not even take a fan with us. In our camper trailer. Earlier this year we did take a bulky fan, but have recently seen mini aircons, for under $100. I would not be expecting great things from such a unit, but wonder if anyone has had experience with such a small ?	Cardie Bob	22	3306	12:01 PM Feb 27, 2022 by oldbloke
	Caravan Tyre pressure on dirt roads (Preview) Howdy, will be heading off soon and doing some dirt roads west of Cairns to the gulf. I have a single axle caravan at approx. 2700 ATM. I run the tyres at about 67psi for normal driving. No need to go over what pressure I should run etc. have been through all that and 67 is correct. My question is, what pressu...	RobDor	23	3830	01:15 PM Feb 25, 2022 by RobDor
	DVD Monitor Player, (Preview) I am looking for a small 12 volt maybe 30cm in size, monitor, that has a dvd player incorporated. Don't need the TV function, anyone know where I could get one? as I have tried, and it seems their not out there. Any helpful info, greatly appreciated	Bicyclecamper	2	708	07:44 PM Feb 24, 2022 by Corndoggy
	jayco starcraft 2010 model NO INTERIOR LIGHTS (Preview) Here I go again. Jayco Starcraft, 2010, battery showing 14.7 V at the battery using a multi-meter. Only Solar panel connected. With the battery switch turned off / up position the interior lights work normally. With the battery switch is turned on / down position No interior lights work, just light u...	keiron	4	649	08:41 AM Feb 24, 2022 by Gundog
	No interior lights (Preview) jayco starcraft 2010 model NO INTERIOR LIGHTSPermalink Reply Quote Edit Post Here I go again. Jayco Starcraft, 2010, battery showing 14.7 V at the battery using a multi-meter. Only Solar panel connected. With the battery switch turned off / up position the interior lights work normally. With...	keiron	1	606	07:00 PM Feb 23, 2022 by patrol03
	Theford Toilet not flushing (Preview) The flush is not working on my C range Thetford toilet, plenty of water, I'm told there is a fuse located under where the cassette is located, with the cassette out I cannot see this fuse, is there such a fuse, anyone else have this issue. Would like to solve the fuse issue before changing the pump, the imp...	johnnz	7	888	06:10 PM Feb 23, 2022 by herks
	Anderson Plug-Charging (Preview) Hi, I'm not very technical but have some limited knowledge. Would appreciate yours views on the following: I have a 50 AMP Anderson Plug on my tow vehicle that supplies charge to the batteries in my van. (Heavy duty cable wired by an Auto Electrician many years back) I also have a 50amp Anderson Plug on...	gypsy2600	3	815	01:31 PM Feb 23, 2022 by Ian G
	Mercedes Sprinter Diff Oil Change (Preview) Hi, I have a 2013 4cyl Turbo Diesel 316 model with 195,000km on the clock and to date the manual gearbox oil and rear diff oil hasn't been changed. Does anyone know the frequency of servicing the manual trans and diff for this model?. I phoned Adelaide Mercedes service dept and got more sense from my dog....	ROAD RUNNER	3	852	09:23 PM Feb 22, 2022 by ROAD RUNNER
	Wiring 3 way fridge (Preview) Wondering how others have wired the 12 volts on their 3 way fridge. Mine is wired by the manufacturer with the 12 v coming from the van batteries and draws approx 20 amps, I have a 20 amp DC-DC charger in the van connected to the tug via an anderson plug (standard arrangement), I was thinking of splitting t...	Ian G	18	5089	05:29 PM Feb 22, 2022 by PeterD
	re-mapping tow vehicle (Preview) Hi Vanners, am about to get my tow vehicle remapped. looking for thoughts from those who HAVE done it. current vehicle 2013 BT50 XTR Dual cab. NO DPF. Previous van was 2t loaded and achieved approx 13/14l/100klm fuel economy and towed well. New van 2,5t loaded fuel economy dropped [ as expected] t...	wanderer 2	22	1361	08:08 PM Feb 20, 2022 by fwdoz
	Sealing roof on top (Preview) Recommendations on best silicone/sika to use on caravan roof please ? Will be cutting hole to insert Dometic DRS and want to seal properly. Thanks	RobDor	11	4328	09:51 AM Feb 20, 2022 by Aus-Kiwi
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