Techies' Corner

bobc163 · bobc163

hi guys, any one on here purchased the service kit for one of these units I have just started to service mine but find that the main shaft seal has failed and contaminated the oil and is not supplied as part of the "service kit" nor is the large O ring for the reservior I would have thoght that for the pric...

oldbloke · oldbloke

I have an LED light and 2 exhaust fans that sometimes cause TV pixelising. Can anyone advise pls, do the ferrite beads help? There are also clip on types available. -- Edited by oldbloke on Saturday 29th of May 2021 01:28:50 PM

Long Weekend · Long Weekend

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/174823718042?epid=17045479900&hash=item28b44e3c9a:g:SDkAAOSw0lNgYUBN

tandk · tandk

Hi, We have a Sphere television in our van linked up to satellite via HDMI cable. The screen has gone blue. We are getting sound and are able to see the channel guide but only a blue screen for every channel. We've tried playing a DVD and that works. We've tried turning everything off and taking out cables...

Ian G · Ian G

Has anyone had any success in running their chinese heater in auto mode, I run mine on manual No 1 setting (lowest setting ) but you have to open a window or 2 as it gets too hot. I have tried auto mode set on 22 deg but it just keeps running, the van would get to over 40 deg if I didn't turn it off. What is supposed...

DeBe · DeBe

http://cdn.powerequipment.honda.com/...0817-(002).pdf

Cumon · Cumon

Hi all, just wondering if any body knows of some one who can fit a diesel heater into a Campervan here in Townsville.

KevinJ · KevinJ

Is the purpose of reducing the tyre pressure on a touring van when driving on gravel or dirt roads so you can continue driving at 80-100 km/h or do you reduce the tyre pressure and then reduce your speed to 40-60 km/h anyway?

Aaron · Aaron

I am attaching a PDF with dimensions and a three step construction guide on how to build a totally bullet proof MARINE VHF J-Pole Antenna that anyone can build for under $50 that will out preform anything I have seen or used. This antenna is ground plane independent so can be used on fiberglass vessels o...

Dick0 · Dick0

My van gas source is 2x8.5kg bottles fitted with safety valves. (Picture shown). I know there have been many opinions expressed here regarding these valves. I for one am very happy with these valves. What I have found with these valves, however, is that there is a slight reduction in gas pressure afte...

dorian · dorian

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-09-10/storage-battery-will-create-renewable-energy-solution-and-jobs/100448940

gdayjr · gdayjr

I have just signed of on the build specifications on a new caravan. It will have an Enerdrive solar setup, using Enerdrive solar panels, and B Tec Batteries etc. The system with have solar controllers, dc2dc charger, and ac charger. The one thing I am not sure of, is if I need a dc2dc charger in my tow vehi...

Rangefinder1 · Rangefinder1

What's peoples' experiences using UV/all weather covers to store your van outside? Pros & cons?

iana · iana

Mazda BT50 Squealing brakes. Anyone else have that ? usually worst when brakes are cold. Embarrassing. Squealing from inside the engine compartment when engine turned off, the computer ? is that normal?

Craig1 · Craig1

Has anyone got a rear exit rangehood fitted in their van that actually sucks much?. We have NCE single fan model that will not hold a 1" square piece of paper against the grill, about 5 years old and used twice. I went to a local dealer yesterday and tried ," with their most gracious consent" ( Albury Wodo...

Pieman54 · Pieman54

UHF RADIOS -- Edited by Pieman54 on Wednesday 25th of August 2021 05:13:45 PM

Aaron · Aaron

I recently built a ground independent UHF CB ANTENNA and was so chuffed with the results I thought I would post my efforts here . . .The technical details are fully covered on another platform (Gold Coast Amateur Radio - on Facebook - admin please delete if this link is not allowed) but suffice to say the...

Aaron · Aaron

I recently purchased 10 of these fish eye diode type lights on crap bay for less then $12 and fitted out all three dome lights in my little van with VERY pleasing results - these are easily as bright if not brighter then the originals and use such a ridiculous little amount of power that I don't care if they...

Young fella · Young fella

G'day Nomads. Just about to embark on my first Australia trip. I've heard the reception can be non existent away from most major towns. I will be running my online business on the road so just wanted to ask if anyone has found really good ways around this. I'm aware Telstra is the king for coverage an...

Mike Harding · Mike Harding

I'm toying with the idea of importing 4 x 100Ah lithium cells and a decent BMS (battery management system) and gluing them all together to make a 12V8 100Ah lithium battery: Lithium cells BMS Cost is about A$250 and A$72 landed plus, I imagine, GST so about A$350 in total plus some sort of box. I like this...

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	Sphere Television problem (Preview) Hi, We have a Sphere television in our van linked up to satellite via HDMI cable. The screen has gone blue. We are getting sound and are able to see the channel guide but only a blue screen for every channel. We've tried playing a DVD and that works. We've tried turning everything off and taking out cables...	tandk	20	3182	06:32 PM Sep 27, 2021 by mischief
	Diesel Heater in Auto Mode (Preview) Has anyone had any success in running their chinese heater in auto mode, I run mine on manual No 1 setting (lowest setting ) but you have to open a window or 2 as it gets too hot. I have tried auto mode set on 22 deg but it just keeps running, the van would get to over 40 deg if I didn't turn it off. What is supposed...	Ian G	11	2660	09:10 PM Sep 24, 2021 by markf
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	Diesel Heater fittment (Preview) Hi all, just wondering if any body knows of some one who can fit a diesel heater into a Campervan here in Townsville.	Cumon	12	1464	10:52 AM Sep 20, 2021 by BAZZA44
	Reduced tyre pressure (Preview) Is the purpose of reducing the tyre pressure on a touring van when driving on gravel or dirt roads so you can continue driving at 80-100 km/h or do you reduce the tyre pressure and then reduce your speed to 40-60 km/h anyway?	KevinJ	17	1808	10:07 PM Sep 18, 2021 by KM575
	DIY MARINE VHF J-POLE ANTENNA for under $50 (Preview) I am attaching a PDF with dimensions and a three step construction guide on how to build a totally bullet proof MARINE VHF J-Pole Antenna that anyone can build for under $50 that will out preform anything I have seen or used. This antenna is ground plane independent so can be used on fiberglass vessels o...	Aaron	4	1477	03:11 AM Sep 15, 2021 by Aaron
	LPG Gas Pressure (Preview) My van gas source is 2x8.5kg bottles fitted with safety valves. (Picture shown). I know there have been many opinions expressed here regarding these valves. I for one am very happy with these valves. What I have found with these valves, however, is that there is a slight reduction in gas pressure afte...	Dick0	3	1486	01:54 PM Sep 13, 2021 by Buzz Lightbulb
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	Caravan Covers UV all weather Pros & Cons Covers cover (Preview) What's peoples' experiences using UV/all weather covers to store your van outside? Pros & cons?	Rangefinder1	6	3326	10:28 AM Sep 11, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	Mazda BT50 Squealing brakes. (Preview) Mazda BT50 Squealing brakes. Anyone else have that ? usually worst when brakes are cold. Embarrassing. Squealing from inside the engine compartment when engine turned off, the computer ? is that normal?	iana	21	1471	10:02 PM Sep 9, 2021 by rgren2
	12v Rangehood (Preview) Has anyone got a rear exit rangehood fitted in their van that actually sucks much?. We have NCE single fan model that will not hold a 1" square piece of paper against the grill, about 5 years old and used twice. I went to a local dealer yesterday and tried ," with their most gracious consent" ( Albury Wodo...	Craig1	20	3056	09:49 PM Sep 6, 2021 by PeterD
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	DIY UHF CB FOLDED J-POLE (Preview) I recently built a ground independent UHF CB ANTENNA and was so chuffed with the results I thought I would post my efforts here . . .The technical details are fully covered on another platform (Gold Coast Amateur Radio - on Facebook - admin please delete if this link is not allowed) but suffice to say the...	Aaron	16	2103	12:38 PM Sep 4, 2021 by Aaron
	DIY DIODE REPLACEMENT DOME LIGHT (Preview) I recently purchased 10 of these fish eye diode type lights on crap bay for less then $12 and fitted out all three dome lights in my little van with VERY pleasing results - these are easily as bright if not brighter then the originals and use such a ridiculous little amount of power that I don't care if they...	Aaron	0	908	12:47 PM Sep 3, 2021 by Aaron
	The Best Way To Get Mobile Phone Coverage ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) G'day Nomads. Just about to embark on my first Australia trip. I've heard the reception can be non existent away from most major towns. I will be running my online business on the road so just wanted to ask if anyone has found really good ways around this. I'm aware Telstra is the king for coverage an...	Young fella	86	6296	08:33 PM Sep 1, 2021 by dabbler
	Lithium battery - make your own? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I'm toying with the idea of importing 4 x 100Ah lithium cells and a decent BMS (battery management system) and gluing them all together to make a 12V8 100Ah lithium battery: Lithium cells BMS Cost is about A$250 and A$72 landed plus, I imagine, GST so about A$350 in total plus some sort of box. I like this...	Mike Harding	51	3922	02:03 PM Sep 1, 2021 by kesa32
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