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Black-Pete · Black-Pete

I have a caravan that has been leaking in the past and now hopefully all the leaks have been rectified. However there are several spot on the floor that are quite spongy. I have seen on utube where they drill holes every 100mm and inject an epoxy into it and let it set. My question is, is this type of fix su...

Klaus · Klaus

My electric /gas hot water system, wont heat up on gas. The flame starts and after about 10 seconds it turns off. I checked the connection to the flame sensor it is connected ok and there is continuity from the board to the sensor probe. I have not carried out a resistance test to see if that varies when the...

laurieoz · laurieoz

Hi Does anyone know if a Winnebago Birdsvile 2008 has a VSR and where is it ? I can not find it and the house battery does not appear to be charging when the engine is running (it is not in the starter battery area) Laurie

Dougwe · Dougwe

Morning all, Way back in 2017 I asked about the 'Fuel Manager 'system as a pre-filter. There was a big discussion about pre-filters and after much thought and research I decided to get on fitted. The mechanic I chose at the time in Townsville where I was and came recommended. He was a mobile mechanic an...

Black-Pete · Black-Pete

I am considering using liquid rubber to seal the joints on the roof of my caravan but conflicting utube videos and other posts that say that the products that they use are the best and to stay away from this type of product or that type of product that I am totally confused as to which product to use. Has any...

Gundog · Gundog

We have an issue with the cover when fully open it allows too much heat/light in, my partner prefers the opening to about a third op which needs something to restrict the amount the cover opens (currently use an occy strap), So what's the solution ?, a different length gas strut if so how do decide the lo...

DMaxer · DMaxer

Over the last few days I noticed water in the driver's side foot well of my Isuzu DMax after a moderate shower of rain. I thought I must have left the door slightly open or the window not fully up but when it happened again a few days later I feared the worst. I took the patient into a glass and windscreen repa...

Happytravels1 · Happytravels1

Hi all, does anyone have a manual for this product? I am missing a manual and Finch RV are absent presently. This is a common stereo in the RV space. And could someone please advise how to connect BT on this device in the interim? Many thanks.

Happytravels1 · Happytravels1

Hi all, new to the group however am very grateful for any help and advice. My 4 yo caravan has begun developing what looks like 'rust' to the cladding and appears as sporadic bubbling along the area joining the cladding to checker plate. Has only just started. The condition of my van is very good and th...

Dougwe · Dougwe

I have a 1998 Toyota Prado auto gas/petrol V6 with a 12 month old Century 4x4 battery fitted (not duel system). I thought I had faulty battery as when in Tassie two weeks ago I had a flat battery 3 days in a row. It was ok all day after starting with a jumpstarter so I took to auto elec in Devonport. He tested it...

cobberdog · cobberdog

We pick up our new Y62 patrol (2024)in a few days time and not sure if i should swap out the rear springs for the heavy duty standard height coil springs. We only have a small Jayco Outback (13.2 feet ),Two of us ,60 ltr fridge and not much else in the Patrol. Anyone have any suggestions.

Steadyfromoz · Steadyfromoz

Changed complete car camera system now caravan camera doesnt work???? Caravan camera is a Safety Dave cam that came with the caravan that was bought new in 2021. Recently I changed my car camera system (4k 1080P cams) and now my caravan camera doesnt work or perhaps not compatible. Im not sure what typ...

Justalad · Justalad

Hi Travellers Has any one had experience in changing a rear diff pinion seal on an Iveco, the quote from Iveco, was to say the very less " A faction Under the Bloody Nation Debt" . I have managed to procure a seal, Genuine Part Any Advice would be greatly appreciated, Safe travels

Elsewhere · Elsewhere

Hi, I have a Dometic Saneo toilet that decides to flush when showering (combined toilet/shower ensuite) It usually starts after about a minute or two of the shower running. It even started once between showers, Has anyone seen this issue, or have any ideas as to the cause? Thank you Greg

PeterInSa · PeterInSa

One of the rear wheels on daughters tandem van was warmer than the others so decided to adjust the brake. With the side off the ground the front wheel turns more easily than the rear. With the wheel removed. I cannot see a rubber grommet that can be rermoved to make adjustment, only a hole that to me is not...

bazzaswife · bazzaswife

We have a power star solar system working lights on our van that has suddenly started to turn off. This also turns off the fridge which is in AC power. Any ideas why this would be happening? Camping at the beach and hoping to find an electrician soon. Thanks.

67HR · 67HR

Hi, just wondering what caused the old anderson positive connector to corrode. It's connected to the AGM in the van so is live. As it was crimped on I was able to manipulate the connector and get the wire out. There was no sign of gunge on the wire so I tidied it up, tinned it and soldered a new lug on.

jegog · jegog

This is a Mitsubishi Sport, it is fitted with an after market tow bar which looks to be sitting proud of the rear bumper bar. This I believe would render the bumper bar crumple zone useless and compromise safety. The spare tyre is stored behind the tongue and this limits the length of the tongue. /Use...

Mrs Ford Ranger · Mrs Ford Ranger

Rv brand wifi. Can anyone give me an idea of whether there worth buying

Bukhouse · Bukhouse

Can anyone tell me where these 12v wires go ?? I want to wire in Anderson plug from tow vehicle -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:22:33 PM -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:26:07 PM

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	Spongy floor in caravan (Preview) I have a caravan that has been leaking in the past and now hopefully all the leaks have been rectified. However there are several spot on the floor that are quite spongy. I have seen on utube where they drill holes every 100mm and inject an epoxy into it and let it set. My question is, is this type of fix su...	Black-Pete	3	1008	09:44 AM Feb 13, 2025 by Possum3
	Gas hot water system (Preview) My electric /gas hot water system, wont heat up on gas. The flame starts and after about 10 seconds it turns off. I checked the connection to the flame sensor it is connected ok and there is continuity from the board to the sensor probe. I have not carried out a resistance test to see if that varies when the...	Klaus	15	1819	07:49 AM Feb 1, 2025 by DMaxer
	VSR (Preview) Hi Does anyone know if a Winnebago Birdsvile 2008 has a VSR and where is it ? I can not find it and the house battery does not appear to be charging when the engine is running (it is not in the starter battery area) Laurie	laurieoz	8	1417	04:41 AM Jan 29, 2025 by Rodsvan
	FUEL MANAGER CAUSING MAJOR PROBLEM (Preview) Morning all, Way back in 2017 I asked about the 'Fuel Manager 'system as a pre-filter. There was a big discussion about pre-filters and after much thought and research I decided to get on fitted. The mechanic I chose at the time in Townsville where I was and came recommended. He was a mobile mechanic an...	Dougwe	11	1577	04:31 PM Jan 27, 2025 by Warren-Pat_01
	Caravan leaking (Preview) I am considering using liquid rubber to seal the joints on the roof of my caravan but conflicting utube videos and other posts that say that the products that they use are the best and to stay away from this type of product or that type of product that I am totally confused as to which product to use. Has any...	Black-Pete	4	1483	05:52 PM Jan 21, 2025 by Brodie Allen
	Jayco Sterling Front Window Cover. (Preview) We have an issue with the cover when fully open it allows too much heat/light in, my partner prefers the opening to about a third op which needs something to restrict the amount the cover opens (currently use an occy strap), So what's the solution ?, a different length gas strut if so how do decide the lo...	Gundog	4	1211	07:51 PM Jan 20, 2025 by Gundog
	Quick Fix for Windscreen Leak (Preview) Over the last few days I noticed water in the driver's side foot well of my Isuzu DMax after a moderate shower of rain. I thought I must have left the door slightly open or the window not fully up but when it happened again a few days later I feared the worst. I took the patient into a glass and windscreen repa...	DMaxer	1	882	11:28 AM Jan 17, 2025 by Joda
	Finch RV FT 8238D stereo system help needed (Preview) Hi all, does anyone have a manual for this product? I am missing a manual and Finch RV are absent presently. This is a common stereo in the RV space. And could someone please advise how to connect BT on this device in the interim? Many thanks.	Happytravels1	0	937	03:04 PM Jan 13, 2025 by Happytravels1
	Aluminium cladding on RV paint bubbling (Preview) Hi all, new to the group however am very grateful for any help and advice. My 4 yo caravan has begun developing what looks like 'rust' to the cladding and appears as sporadic bubbling along the area joining the cladding to checker plate. Has only just started. The condition of my van is very good and th...	Happytravels1	9	1441	02:59 PM Jan 13, 2025 by Happytravels1
	Prado start problem (Preview) I have a 1998 Toyota Prado auto gas/petrol V6 with a 12 month old Century 4x4 battery fitted (not duel system). I thought I had faulty battery as when in Tassie two weeks ago I had a flat battery 3 days in a row. It was ok all day after starting with a jumpstarter so I took to auto elec in Devonport. He tested it...	Dougwe	25	8648	03:44 PM Jan 12, 2025 by Possum3
	Y62 PATROL (Preview) We pick up our new Y62 patrol (2024)in a few days time and not sure if i should swap out the rear springs for the heavy duty standard height coil springs. We only have a small Jayco Outback (13.2 feet ),Two of us ,60 ltr fridge and not much else in the Patrol. Anyone have any suggestions.	cobberdog	8	1569	09:37 AM Jan 12, 2025 by cobberdog
	Changed complete car camera system now caravan camera doesn’t work???? (Preview) Changed complete car camera system now caravan camera doesnt work???? Caravan camera is a Safety Dave cam that came with the caravan that was bought new in 2021. Recently I changed my car camera system (4k 1080P cams) and now my caravan camera doesnt work or perhaps not compatible. Im not sure what typ...	Steadyfromoz	2	874	03:21 PM Jan 9, 2025 by 67HR
	Iveco 50C18 Daily Diff Pinion Seal (Preview) Hi Travellers Has any one had experience in changing a rear diff pinion seal on an Iveco, the quote from Iveco, was to say the very less " A faction Under the Bloody Nation Debt" . I have managed to procure a seal, Genuine Part Any Advice would be greatly appreciated, Safe travels	Justalad	6	1283	09:57 AM Jan 7, 2025 by Justalad
	Dometic Saneo toilet flushing by itself Dometic Saneo (Preview) Hi, I have a Dometic Saneo toilet that decides to flush when showering (combined toilet/shower ensuite) It usually starts after about a minute or two of the shower running. It even started once between showers, Has anyone seen this issue, or have any ideas as to the cause? Thank you Greg	Elsewhere	1	828	02:44 PM Jan 3, 2025 by Elsewhere
	Adjust Van Brakes (Preview) One of the rear wheels on daughters tandem van was warmer than the others so decided to adjust the brake. With the side off the ground the front wheel turns more easily than the rear. With the wheel removed. I cannot see a rubber grommet that can be rermoved to make adjustment, only a hole that to me is not...	PeterInSa	15	2160	06:33 PM Dec 31, 2024 by Triggy
	Solar system issues (Preview) We have a power star solar system working lights on our van that has suddenly started to turn off. This also turns off the fridge which is in AC power. Any ideas why this would be happening? Camping at the beach and hoping to find an electrician soon. Thanks.	bazzaswife	1	908	01:27 PM Dec 27, 2024 by TimTim
	Anderson connector corrosion (Preview) Hi, just wondering what caused the old anderson positive connector to corrode. It's connected to the AGM in the van so is live. As it was crimped on I was able to manipulate the connector and get the wire out. There was no sign of gunge on the wire so I tidied it up, tinned it and soldered a new lug on.	67HR	6	981	12:44 AM Dec 27, 2024 by 67HR
	Towbar location (Preview) This is a Mitsubishi Sport, it is fitted with an after market tow bar which looks to be sitting proud of the rear bumper bar. This I believe would render the bumper bar crumple zone useless and compromise safety. The spare tyre is stored behind the tongue and this limits the length of the tongue. /Use...	jegog	3	989	09:15 PM Dec 26, 2024 by TimTim
	Wifi (Preview) Rv brand wifi. Can anyone give me an idea of whether there worth buying	Mrs Ford Ranger	7	1433	08:46 AM Dec 25, 2024 by Gundog
	Three way fridge 12v wiring (Preview) Can anyone tell me where these 12v wires go ?? I want to wire in Anderson plug from tow vehicle -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:22:33 PM -- Edited by Bukhouse on Friday 20th of December 2024 03:26:07 PM	Bukhouse	7	1108	12:04 PM Dec 21, 2024 by 67HR
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