Techies' Corner

J_KZ-1 · J_KZ-1

Gday forum members, I like to post a request for advise, also we are new members to GN forum- posted intro couple days ago. As we are relatively new to caravanning (approx 4/5years) and have confined our trips to 3 to 4 hours in Victoria except one to Port Lincoln SA and one to family in Grafton NSW. We hav...

J_KZ-1 · J_KZ-1

Hello all, I am starting a new post re CB radio: did do a post a couple days ago re how to select CB radio for touring: did receive a lot of good input/advise. I have narrowed it to two brands GME and Oricom. The GME 5w XRS-330c and the Oricom 5w UHF380pk. Regrettably I am being price driven at the moment, ther...

peter67 · peter67

What is the average fuse rating for cigarette sockets, looking to use a medium to fast charger for mobile phone, cheers

Slydy · Slydy

Hi All, We have a Fiat Ducato RV in Brisbane that requires its 100,000K servicing. We would also like to have the brakes and clutch checked. Can anyone suggest who and where we can get these things done (in Brisbane) without taking out a second mortgage on our RV please. Regards Wayne & Jenni

tuggersbmx · tuggersbmx

Hi everyone. I recently had a mechanic remove a ED33 engine from my Nissan Civilian and replace it with an fd33t turbo engine. I upgraded the turbo to a Garret but only slightly bigger, installed an intercooler, had the injectors reconditioned, put in a nice new dump pipe and 2.5 inch exhaust. Mechani...

garrlyn · garrlyn

Is it very difficult for a couple of oldies to fit a camec caravan cover. -- Edited by garrlyn on Saturday 6th of March 2021 05:01:49 PM

wombat50 · wombat50

I would like to be able to charge the 2nd battery in the car by using the solar set up from the caravan. In the car the 2nd battery is 60ampAGM. The van setup is 1x130W panel and 2x120amp AGM batteries which works good. I want to be able to keep the 2nd car battery charged while i have the car fridge hooked up to...

tezza59 · tezza59

Hi All, Just wondering if anyone had any literature or information on this van. Bought one recently.....all in good nick but curious if anyone knew anything about them.

peter67 · peter67

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...

tuggersbmx · tuggersbmx

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

Bas + Eve · Bas + Eve

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. Bas

hodgie55 · hodgie55

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...

Humpo · Humpo

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...

harrydiculous · harrydiculous

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...

Seano · Seano

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...

DUSTYRHODES · DUSTYRHODES

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.

harrydiculous · harrydiculous

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...

karenasher · karenasher

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)

DavidC · DavidC

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...

Swanee · Swanee

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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	Appropriate CB radio for touring? (Preview) Gday forum members, I like to post a request for advise, also we are new members to GN forum- posted intro couple days ago. As we are relatively new to caravanning (approx 4/5years) and have confined our trips to 3 to 4 hours in Victoria except one to Port Lincoln SA and one to family in Grafton NSW. We hav...	J_KZ-1	21	2074	07:56 PM Mar 19, 2021 by J_KZ-1
	CB radio selection for touring (Preview) Hello all, I am starting a new post re CB radio: did do a post a couple days ago re how to select CB radio for touring: did receive a lot of good input/advise. I have narrowed it to two brands GME and Oricom. The GME 5w XRS-330c and the Oricom 5w UHF380pk. Regrettably I am being price driven at the moment, ther...	J_KZ-1	10	2162	04:29 PM Mar 19, 2021 by Mariner30
	Best cigarette lighter adapter for charging your mobile? (Preview) What is the average fuse rating for cigarette sockets, looking to use a medium to fast charger for mobile phone, cheers	peter67	3	1178	10:05 AM Mar 18, 2021 by peter67
	Servicing of Fiat Ducato - Brisbane (Preview) Hi All, We have a Fiat Ducato RV in Brisbane that requires its 100,000K servicing. We would also like to have the brakes and clutch checked. Can anyone suggest who and where we can get these things done (in Brisbane) without taking out a second mortgage on our RV please. Regards Wayne & Jenni	Slydy	6	3043	06:49 PM Mar 16, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	No power after turbo engine install ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hi everyone. I recently had a mechanic remove a ED33 engine from my Nissan Civilian and replace it with an fd33t turbo engine. I upgraded the turbo to a Garret but only slightly bigger, installed an intercooler, had the injectors reconditioned, put in a nice new dump pipe and 2.5 inch exhaust. Mechani...	tuggersbmx	54	5469	09:44 PM Mar 15, 2021 by landy
	Caravan covers (Preview) Is it very difficult for a couple of oldies to fit a camec caravan cover. -- Edited by garrlyn on Saturday 6th of March 2021 05:01:49 PM	garrlyn	8	2052	11:50 AM Mar 14, 2021 by Bas + Eve
	charging second battery (Preview) I would like to be able to charge the 2nd battery in the car by using the solar set up from the caravan. In the car the 2nd battery is 60ampAGM. The van setup is 1x130W panel and 2x120amp AGM batteries which works good. I want to be able to keep the 2nd car battery charged while i have the car fridge hooked up to...	wombat50	25	2032	02:36 PM Mar 13, 2021 by oldbloke
	driftaway royal flair 13' rear door 1991 (Preview) Hi All, Just wondering if anyone had any literature or information on this van. Bought one recently.....all in good nick but curious if anyone knew anything about them.	tezza59	4	1377	11:26 AM Mar 13, 2021 by PeterD
	Safety of battery packs in electric vehicles during collisions (Preview) 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...	peter67	16	1309	05:21 PM Mar 12, 2021 by oldbloke
	Nissan FD33T Workshop Manual (Preview) 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	tuggersbmx	11	1826	08:12 AM Mar 12, 2021 by Jaahn
	Heater Rheostat (Preview) 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. Bas	Bas + Eve	0	835	10:02 PM Mar 9, 2021 by Bas + Eve
	Tv (Preview) 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...	hodgie55	15	1770	08:09 PM Mar 9, 2021 by Rob Driver
	Pajero 2005 (Preview) 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...	Humpo	13	2081	10:22 AM Mar 9, 2021 by Humpo
	New suspension on an old (er) van (Preview) 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...	harrydiculous	12	1116	07:48 PM Mar 8, 2021 by Aus-Kiwi
	re/gas of three way frig in van (Preview) 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...	Seano	12	8964	11:34 PM Mar 7, 2021 by gyro
	New exhaust for Dmax. (Preview) 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.	DUSTYRHODES	10	1817	06:38 PM Mar 7, 2021 by yobarr
	Fridge gas won't stay alight ( 1 2 ) (Preview) 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...	harrydiculous	32	3327	06:08 PM Mar 7, 2021 by harrydiculous
	Best upgrade Longreach Ride (Preview) 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)	karenasher	5	1213	07:56 PM Mar 5, 2021 by bgt
	Finding leaks in your van, this $30 gadget could save you $1000's (Preview) 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...	DavidC	6	1254	05:54 PM Mar 5, 2021 by kgarnett
	Any Jeep Cherokee Owners? (Preview) 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...	Swanee	9	1455	10:25 PM Mar 2, 2021 by Swanee
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