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Safety of battery packs in electric vehicles during collisions
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I was wondering if anyone here could tell me how much energy is typically stored in an suv battery pack, their construction and propensity to burn or suddenly discharge when damaged after the vehicle has suffered significant damage in an accident. Is there a possibility the car could become "live" o...
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peter67
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Nissan FD33T Workshop Manual
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Hi. Does anyone have or know where to get a fd33t workshop manual. I've tried the main places online they have all said none in stock and discontinued. Cheers Mick
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tuggersbmx
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Heater Rheostat
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Anyone have an idea how to remove the round rheostat control as used on the Eberspacher D2 diesel heater. Swapping it for the 801 controller.
Tia for all help and advice.
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Tv
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Does anyone else like to watch sport etc when they are travelling.Would like to try Kayo as our van is not big enough to put automatic satellite dish on and connect foxtel so i know Kayo will provide me most of the things i want to watch.Can anyone tell me if they have Kayo and what sort of tv system you have s...
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hodgie55
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Pajero 2005
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Looking to purchase our van for trip up over the top from Tweed to Broome. Feedback on others performance re weight of van. Petrol unit not diesel. I understand all the relevant weight issues. Been told must have shower and toilet. Will do some free camping but try for stops where some facilities. Cons...
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Humpo
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New suspension on an old (er) van
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Hi Wondering about upgrading the suspension on the 2003 Millard Weekender. Specs are:-Specs are:- 2003 Millard Weekender 15ft.ATM 1220 kg. GTM 1105kg Tare 900kg, Tyre size 185 R14 LT, Axle Load 1450KgAxle Diameter = 60mm (Measured)Clearance between Tyre & Wheel Arch = 110mm5 leaves (Leafs...
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harrydiculous
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re/gas of three way frig in van
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hi all, this may sound like a silly question but here goes . our recent bought pop van is 20 years old, and the frig in it is not operating at the best at the moment especially when the temp is high. I have a shade cover for outside vents and have read recent suggestion on techie forum on ways to help get the fr...
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Seano
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New exhaust for Dmax.
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Hi all, My old D max is needing a new exhaust. Can anyone with a 4 cylinder diesel vouch for the 'Performance enhancing' 3 inch exhausts. If you believe the reviews, then they are definately an advantage. I'm sceptical. Convince me. DR.
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DUSTYRHODES
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Fridge gas won't stay alight
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Hi I've a problem with the Dometic RM 2350. Following the instructions (i.e. Turn knob to gas, thermo to No.4 then hold button C & then press the piezo) the unit will light but won't stay alight. The Red needle goes to the centre but will fall back. I've tried to hold it for over two minutes. The burne...
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harrydiculous
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Best upgrade Longreach Ride
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What can we do to our Winnebago Longreach to make our ride less bumpy? Just about sends the passenger into orbit on the really rough roads. Have 30psi on suspension airbags (came std when purchased)
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karenasher
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Finding leaks in your van, this $30 gadget could save you $1000's
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Most of you are probably onto this already, but some may not. I'm talking about moisture level meters. I knew caravan repairers use them, but I thought the price would be out of the reach of many of us, but I discovered that Bunnings sell a model made by Ozito, and they are only $29.95 and work surprisingl...
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DavidC
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Any Jeep Cherokee Owners?
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Hi, I've recently bought a used Jayco pop top and am towing it with a Jeep Cherokee 2010 KK Sport. My question is this, does anybody know of any decent towing mirrors for the Jeep? I've tried over the counter strap to your own mirror and they are junk. I've tried ClearView Mirrors but they don't manufactu...
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Swanee
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Jayco Outback chassis plate
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Hi Can anyone tell me what this 4-hole plate is sitting in front of my wheels on both sides of my 15' single axle van? Would be nice if I could attach a caravan mover to it. Sorry about the size - can't work out how to make it smaller!!! cheers MikeP
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ozpowell
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What's your preferance - Tablet, Laptop and why?
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Hi guy's, I am pleased to report my iPad is dying and I need to replace it. Hence I am here to ask for a little information from your knowledge bank. What are your recomendations and why?? Cutting to the chase - * I am not considering another iPad as I have never liked the one I have. * We do not want to pay an...
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Simply_Susan
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Split system in coaster bus
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Hi everybody, has anybody here have any stories pics or experiences with fitting a domestic 240v split system aircon to a 1995 coaster bus?any info on things like best place to mount the compressor unit and if one brand stands out as preferred make or model and a rough idea on what it would cost?
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Coaster 95
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Hot water flow (or lack of it)
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Hi, I have a Winnebago Esperence (10 years old) and am having trouble with the hot water flow. It has a Truma hot water unit (which is heating up) but getting no hot water through the taps. I have changed the mixing valve to no avail. The cold water pressure is normal. I have even taken the guts out of the red...
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No Postcode
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I don't have any vices
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Well... I'm not telling you lot about the ones I may have and, anyway, the police never proved anything about the goat :) In any event, this is an engineering question: I'm an engineer: I make things, I shape and bend things, I modify things, I drill holes in things and this is all very difficult to do with...
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Mike Harding
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Hiace rear door
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My 1993 Hiace camper van doesnt have a handle to open rear door from inside. Does anyone else have the same and does anyone no how to fit one
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Ldogg
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HR Battery Monitor and Lithium Battery
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Hi Has anyone had any experience with the Hayman Reese Smart Check Battery Monitor and lithium batteries? I contacted Hayman Reese and was told that it should work but may not be as accurate as it should be. It appears that the monitor was developed before lithium batteries became so popular. Any comm...
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desertfox
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Pajero 2005
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Looking to purchase our van for trip up over the top from Tweed to Broome. Feedback on others performance re weight of van. Petrol unit not diesel. I understand all the relevant weight issues. Been told must have shower and toilet. Will do some free camping but try for stops where some facilities. Cons...
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Humpo
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