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Gumpo · Gumpo

Hello does anyone have any experience regarding the preferred brand of Lithium Batteries ? Thanks

travelyounger · travelyounger

Hi any one using this battery or batteries on 12 or 24 volt and or the difference between the both voltages seems like good value at 1500 for 200 amp and 3 years warranty Cheers

rasa · rasa

hi everyone i have just purchased a coromal 20ft 605 and find that the fridge does not work on 12 volts when parked up at home ,works perfectly on gas and 240 i have checked all of the fuses in the caravan and at the battery and found no problems any smart electrical people out there know why this is happeni...

Gundog · Gundog

I have a Victron Inverter in the the first instance I am pea brained idiot, for some unbeknown reason I connected the battery leads incorrectly hence I have smoked it. Is it repairable and or worth getting fixed ? I will now go stand in the corner for 15 minutes with a dunces hat on.

Phlipper · Phlipper

Thinking about buying tyre pressure monitors primarily for the 4 caravan wheels. The prices range greatly from $100 to $1000. Not prepared to spend big money on a unit, but wary of cheapies too. So many different ones on the market. The simple screw on valve stem readers seem appealing and easy, but ar...

Colin1947 · Colin1947

Tyres - Size, Ratings & Inflation Pressures Tyres play a critical role in determining the Handling and Stability characteristics of all caravans on the road.On a few frightening occasions, the tyres selected by a 'van manufacturer have been dangerously "under-engineered",...

iana · iana

Looking like a new set of tires coming up for the van. The van was fitted with A/T tires, I'm wondering if A/Ts are necessary, as none of the wheels are driving, and its mainly towed on the bitumen or some gravel roads. Standard road tyres would be OK, my thoughts.

RobDor · RobDor

Hi, a query on how something is supposed to work. New van for us (2015 model) and still working out a few things. When I have the van plugged into 240v, then I assumed the charger would charge my batteries ( I have 2 x 100ah Lithiums) regardless of whether my solar panels are also charging them, or am I wrong...

Phlipper · Phlipper

Curious, I have a dual axle 18ft caravan, and must say it's a pain to try and move it around the driveway, duals just dont like to pivot. Starting to wish I'd bought a single axle. What, if any are the major advantages of dual axle, do they tow mores table, or are single axles just fine ?

Stewart · Stewart

Hi is it feasible to charge my portable 80ah battery box, direct from the cigarette plug to Anderson plug , while driving. Thanks Stewart

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

I have been reading booklet on new genni and it suggests earthing genni. Is it necessary as Caravan is naturally earthed when van feet are down. and 3 pin power lead with earth ties genni to van and then earthing occurs am I correct? -- Edited by jeepnudger on Wednesday 15th of December 2021 03:08:20 PM...

Derek Barnes · Derek Barnes

For those who use automatic antenna pointing systems for VAST reception, do your systems pick up signals during rain storms? I am trying to determine if an automatic roof mounted systems is worth the $2500+ to buy.

manxmann · manxmann

I hope I have the correct forum ? But does anyone have a bright idea on updating the (factory) navigator data in a 2013 BT50 GT ?

RobDor · RobDor

Hi, looking at installing an inverter, not sure of size yet, minimum 1000watt, maybe 2000. I understand most are either under bed, in boot or under cupboard etc. How do you setup the powerpoints ? do you hard wire a couple of dedicated points to the inverter, or do you just run an extension from the inver...

goldcoaster · goldcoaster

I'm replacing my house batteries same for same , do I have to isolate solar panels before disconnecting. Thanks

msg · msg

I know, plastic bottles BAD. but here are a few useful ideas to maybe take them from single use to double use. I liked the water syphoner/pump might come in useful when travelling. Might be able to substitute some items to lighten our load or maybe just for fun. 200 IDEAS SENCILLAS Y ÚTILES CON BOTELL...

Gundog · Gundog

My car fridge has decided it wont run on 12v, it runs ok on 240v. The voltage at the plug is ok, the fuse appears to be ok, it has continuity between the ends. Simple test is ute running both 12v and 240v plugs connected, disconnect the 240v and the display goes blank, appears not to change over to 12v. An...

jeepnudger · jeepnudger

A big question LOOKING FOR ADVICE PLEASE.. my son has given me and it is very generous a new "Gensafe GHS2000i.... 2000W STARTUP/1600w RUN"inverter generator" . He selected that one as it has a Yamaha 4stroke engine, my concern is that it wont power my "ibis 3 air conditioner". I have googled and ca...

cjt55 · cjt55

Hi all, Just wondering if these personal water cooled air conditioners are worth buying? Would appreciate any feedback from those who have purchased one. -- Edited by cjt55 on Friday 10th of December 2021 08:07:25 PM

msg · msg

Had a note today, that was sent out by ACT Govt about recall of certain models of the above heaters. Please check ACCC web the check actions required. Recalls | Product Safety Australia -- Edited by msg on Thursday 2nd of December 2021 05:26:44 PM

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	Lithium batteries ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hello does anyone have any experience regarding the preferred brand of Lithium Batteries ? Thanks	Gumpo	31	4779	07:55 AM Dec 23, 2021 by gdayjr
	Power tech lithium batteries (Preview) Hi any one using this battery or batteries on 12 or 24 volt and or the difference between the both voltages seems like good value at 1500 for 200 amp and 3 years warranty Cheers	travelyounger	1	954	07:22 AM Dec 23, 2021 by Mike Harding
	fridge on 12 volt (Preview) hi everyone i have just purchased a coromal 20ft 605 and find that the fridge does not work on 12 volts when parked up at home ,works perfectly on gas and 240 i have checked all of the fuses in the caravan and at the battery and found no problems any smart electrical people out there know why this is happeni...	rasa	11	2181	09:56 PM Dec 22, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	Victron 350va Inverter (Preview) I have a Victron Inverter in the the first instance I am pea brained idiot, for some unbeknown reason I connected the battery leads incorrectly hence I have smoked it. Is it repairable and or worth getting fixed ? I will now go stand in the corner for 15 minutes with a dunces hat on.	Gundog	8	1533	01:24 PM Dec 22, 2021 by Mike Harding
	Tyre Pressure Monitors (Preview) Thinking about buying tyre pressure monitors primarily for the 4 caravan wheels. The prices range greatly from $100 to $1000. Not prepared to spend big money on a unit, but wary of cheapies too. So many different ones on the market. The simple screw on valve stem readers seem appealing and easy, but ar...	Phlipper	22	8039	09:02 PM Dec 21, 2021 by Craig1
	Tyres - Size, Ratings & Inflation Pressures (Preview) Tyres - Size, Ratings & Inflation Pressures *Tyres* play a *critical* role in determining the *Handling* and *Stability* characteristics of *all caravans* on the road.On a few frightening occasions, the tyres selected by a 'van manufacturer have been dangerously "*under*-engineered",...	Colin1947	16	2276	02:25 PM Dec 21, 2021 by Gus1949
	Tires for the caravan. (Preview) Looking like a new set of tires coming up for the van. The van was fitted with A/T tires, I'm wondering if A/Ts are necessary, as none of the wheels are driving, and its mainly towed on the bitumen or some gravel roads. Standard road tyres would be OK, my thoughts.	iana	12	2539	08:31 PM Dec 20, 2021 by Hylife
	AC Battery Charger query (Preview) Hi, a query on how something is supposed to work. New van for us (2015 model) and still working out a few things. When I have the van plugged into 240v, then I assumed the charger would charge my batteries ( I have 2 x 100ah Lithiums) regardless of whether my solar panels are also charging them, or am I wrong...	RobDor	19	2777	08:23 PM Dec 20, 2021 by Hylife
	Dual versus single axle vans (Preview) Curious, I have a dual axle 18ft caravan, and must say it's a pain to try and move it around the driveway, duals just dont like to pivot. Starting to wish I'd bought a single axle. What, if any are the major advantages of dual axle, do they tow mores table, or are single axles just fine ?	Phlipper	17	8239	08:15 PM Dec 20, 2021 by Hylife
	Battery box in car charging. (Preview) Hi is it feasible to charge my portable 80ah battery box, direct from the cigarette plug to Anderson plug , while driving. Thanks Stewart	Stewart	12	3994	11:17 AM Dec 19, 2021 by Stewart
	Is it necessary to earth generator? (Preview) I have been reading booklet on new genni and it suggests earthing genni. Is it necessary as Caravan is naturally earthed when van feet are down. and 3 pin power lead with earth ties genni to van and then earthing occurs am I correct? -- Edited by jeepnudger on Wednesday 15th of December 2021 03:08:20 PM...	jeepnudger	7	1913	10:08 AM Dec 18, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	VAST satellite reception (Preview) For those who use automatic antenna pointing systems for VAST reception, do your systems pick up signals during rain storms? I am trying to determine if an automatic roof mounted systems is worth the $2500+ to buy.	Derek Barnes	13	1851	10:05 PM Dec 17, 2021 by valantine80
	2013 BT50 Navi Update ? (Preview) I hope I have the correct forum ? But does anyone have a bright idea on updating the (factory) navigator data in a 2013 BT50 GT ?	manxmann	1	1255	08:06 AM Dec 17, 2021 by dorian
	inverter location setup ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi, looking at installing an inverter, not sure of size yet, minimum 1000watt, maybe 2000. I understand most are either under bed, in boot or under cupboard etc. How do you setup the powerpoints ? do you hard wire a couple of dedicated points to the inverter, or do you just run an extension from the inver...	RobDor	35	5512	07:56 AM Dec 16, 2021 by Branchie
	Replacing house batteries (Preview) I'm replacing my house batteries same for same , do I have to isolate solar panels before disconnecting. Thanks	goldcoaster	4	1261	07:33 PM Dec 13, 2021 by goldcoaster
	Ideas for plastic bottles (Preview) I know, plastic bottles BAD. but here are a few useful ideas to maybe take them from single use to double use. I liked the water syphoner/pump might come in useful when travelling. Might be able to substitute some items to lighten our load or maybe just for fun. 200 IDEAS SENCILLAS Y ÚTILES CON BOTELL...	msg	7	2709	11:31 AM Dec 13, 2021 by Buzz Lightbulb
	Coleman 75l car fridge (Preview) My car fridge has decided it wont run on 12v, it runs ok on 240v. The voltage at the plug is ok, the fuse appears to be ok, it has continuity between the ends. Simple test is ute running both 12v and 240v plugs connected, disconnect the 240v and the display goes blank, appears not to change over to 12v. An...	Gundog	8	1554	07:40 AM Dec 13, 2021 by Gundog
	Unheard of Inverter Generator (Preview) A big question LOOKING FOR ADVICE PLEASE.. my son has given me and it is very generous a new "Gensafe GHS2000i.... 2000W STARTUP/1600w RUN"inverter generator" . He selected that one as it has a Yamaha 4stroke engine, my concern is that it wont power my "ibis 3 air conditioner". I have googled and ca...	jeepnudger	5	5825	04:12 PM Dec 12, 2021 by jeepnudger
	Mini Portable Water Air Conditioner (Preview) Hi all, Just wondering if these personal water cooled air conditioners are worth buying? Would appreciate any feedback from those who have purchased one. -- Edited by cjt55 on Friday 10th of December 2021 08:07:25 PM	cjt55	6	1771	03:04 PM Dec 12, 2021 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Suburban Water Heaters (Preview) Had a note today, that was sent out by ACT Govt about recall of certain models of the above heaters. Please check ACCC web the check actions required. Recalls \| Product Safety Australia -- Edited by msg on Thursday 2nd of December 2021 05:26:44 PM	msg	6	1633	06:59 AM Dec 11, 2021 by msg
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