Techies' Corner

MaryFell · MaryFell

Ive just been advised by a fellow caravanner that our Finch air conditioner should have an adequate air supply coming in through the intake vent For the unit to work effectively. Ours is installed under the bed with a lot of other electricals, battery etc . There is no source of ventilation. There was n...

briche · briche

does anyone know how to adjust the arms on the roll out awning? On mine the space between the arm on on end is about half that of the other end. This leads to the problem of not being able to fold up the arms because they are not in line. it takes a bit of brute force and ignorance to get it folded. Any thoughts...

Gazza158 · Gazza158

I have a Dometic rm4805 fridge that when running overnight on gas, occasionally lights the failure light and needs to be restarted. When I try to restart it, the gas light comes on for 6 minutes then goes out and failure comes on again. The 12 volt supply in the van is generally reading 12.8 volts when thi...

Cyggy · Cyggy

I'm thinking about fitting a reversing camera on my Prado to assist hitching up my caravan, but which one do I choose ??? like to hear what others have chosen and their experience of performance and ease of fitting unit to vehicle. does the cost of the camera reflect the performance or are they much ali...

denmonkey · denmonkey

HI all, I know there are a number of amateur radio operators on this forum and in general among the 4wd/towing community. Based on some of my videos on the Paj, I've gotten several questions on how I went about mounting the big tarheel 200 on the back of the Paj. To that end I've finally got around to k...

terrola · terrola

does any one use a tekonsha primus iq electric brake controller if so do they do the job ok? no problems?

iana · iana

Just wondering if nudge bars will help protect the radiators of the vehicle in the event of a collision with an animal. Looks to me as though they are fastened by a light bracket a four smallish bolts.

Bas + Eve · Bas + Eve

Any feedback on the best 90/100ltr 3 way fridge?? I note Dometic have a new model out, but cautious on new models. TIA for all and any help. Bas

bosrob · bosrob

Hi. I tow a Jayco Journey 17.55-8 with a Triton. Towball mass is about 140kg and tub load about 150kg. Total van mass 2100 kg. Total Triton mass 2300 kg. I noticed on a recent trip that, when coupled up, the Triton rear springs change from convex to concave. The rig tows easily and I have never experienced...

AlexB · AlexB

Hi I am considering buying one of the Belief model heaters for my small van, it seems as if it is the only genuine 2kw heater around. However there is no information of the controller for this heater. I would like to see if it is possible to set temperature, and/or the pulse rate for the pump. Also whether t...

The Travelling Dillberries · The Travelling Dillberries

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=swUDFWQ5QhI&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR35sxbvDvWl4e6nR4lOiWrq79uWpZKFAO2OVJ9pAXYUzYc30tWKiau-sS4

matho · matho

I have set up in Sarina QLD,first time out of NSW l only get SBS, ABC,do I have to register as a traveller to get other channels.Have E16-4 fault no permission to view this channel .Cheers Sid

DMaxer · DMaxer

After many happy hot showers in my van I woke to a cold one the other morning. My heater is a Truma and for some strange reason will heat the water whilst using the gas but now refuses to work using the mains power. It has been faultless in the past but has decided to go on strike, but only when using mains powe...

Flags2 · Flags2

Hello all, I have done a search and read posts about wireless rear view cameras for vans but not so many recent posts about them. With improvement's in technology, I am interested in hearing about anyone's experiences with Bluetooth rear view cameras for caravans. eg interference or other issues...

Flyingkiwi · Flyingkiwi

What does everyone use for wifi to stream Netflix etc?

RoamerAllWaze · RoamerAllWaze

https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/honda-australia-motorcycle-and-power-equipment-pty-ltd-eu22i-generator-- Edited by RoamerAllWaze on Tuesday 2nd of July 2019 06:50:24 PM -- Edited by...

Farmhat · Farmhat

Thought I should ask in case it circumvents a problem happening. The water pump in the van works fine, but has for a few days, when taps are turned on been chattering loudly and causing solid reverberations through the pipes. Sounds like a jackhammer in the shower cubicle. Can also feel it on taps arou...

Hendo · Hendo

Can anyone give me some info on the Solar Force Battery Charger. It's fitted in my 10 yo Van, Fusion. I have know manual and it appears that the manufacture has gone bust as their Web site is inactive.

Whenarewethere · Whenarewethere

https://thegreynomads.activeboard.com/t65662065/50amp-anderson-plug-expand-for-4-awg-cable/

travelyounger · travelyounger

I am going to buy a new van with 2 x 100 amp lithium batteries 3x 160 amp solar running a 220 litre 2 way fridge and will be mainly camping off the grid . if anyone has a similar setup will the batteries have enough storage for times of not so much sun or would it be better to have 300 amps thanks

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	Intake venting for Finch bunk air conditioner . (Preview) Ive just been advised by a fellow caravanner that our Finch air conditioner should have an adequate air supply coming in through the intake vent For the unit to work effectively. Ours is installed under the bed with a lot of other electricals, battery etc . There is no source of ventilation. There was n...	MaryFell	3	1426	09:36 AM Jul 13, 2019 by MaryFell
	Awing arms (Preview) does anyone know how to adjust the arms on the roll out awning? On mine the space between the arm on on end is about half that of the other end. This leads to the problem of not being able to fold up the arms because they are not in line. it takes a bit of brute force and ignorance to get it folded. Any thoughts...	briche	6	1460	12:00 PM Jul 12, 2019 by blaze
	Domestic RM4805 fridge Rm4805 dometic (Preview) I have a Dometic rm4805 fridge that when running overnight on gas, occasionally lights the failure light and needs to be restarted. When I try to restart it, the gas light comes on for 6 minutes then goes out and failure comes on again. The 12 volt supply in the van is generally reading 12.8 volts when thi...	Gazza158	12	2863	09:29 PM Jul 11, 2019 by The Travelling Dillberries
	Reversing Cameras and choosing the right one. (Preview) I'm thinking about fitting a reversing camera on my Prado to assist hitching up my caravan, but which one do I choose ??? like to hear what others have chosen and their experience of performance and ease of fitting unit to vehicle. does the cost of the camera reflect the performance or are they much ali...	Cyggy	5	1376	11:40 AM Jul 11, 2019 by iana
	BIG HF Antenna install (video) ham radio porn :) (Preview) HI all, I know there are a number of amateur radio operators on this forum and in general among the 4wd/towing community. Based on some of my videos on the Paj, I've gotten several questions on how I went about mounting the big tarheel 200 on the back of the Paj. To that end I've finally got around to k...	denmonkey	7	1040	02:24 PM Jul 10, 2019 by Whenarewethere
	tekonsha (Preview) does any one use a tekonsha primus iq electric brake controller if so do they do the job ok? no problems?	terrola	9	1782	10:57 PM Jul 9, 2019 by Cupie
	Nudge bars - Decoration, or do they help prevent damage. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Just wondering if nudge bars will help protect the radiators of the vehicle in the event of a collision with an animal. Looks to me as though they are fastened by a light bracket a four smallish bolts.	iana	36	5176	01:17 PM Jul 9, 2019 by Greg 1
	3 way fridge (Preview) Any feedback on the best 90/100ltr 3 way fridge?? I note Dometic have a new model out, but cautious on new models. TIA for all and any help. Bas	Bas + Eve	4	2073	12:55 PM Jul 9, 2019 by Greg 1
	rear suspension overload (Preview) Hi. I tow a Jayco Journey 17.55-8 with a Triton. Towball mass is about 140kg and tub load about 150kg. Total van mass 2100 kg. Total Triton mass 2300 kg. I noticed on a recent trip that, when coupled up, the Triton rear springs change from convex to concave. The rig tows easily and I have never experienced...	bosrob	25	2349	12:24 AM Jul 9, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	Belief model 2kw diesel heater controller (Preview) Hi I am considering buying one of the Belief model heaters for my small van, it seems as if it is the only genuine 2kw heater around. However there is no information of the controller for this heater. I would like to see if it is possible to set temperature, and/or the pulse rate for the pump. Also whether t...	AlexB	5	2920	11:10 PM Jul 8, 2019 by AlexB
	Car/Caravan/Trailer weights explained (Preview) https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=swUDFWQ5QhI&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR35sxbvDvWl4e6nR4lOiWrq79uWpZKFAO2OVJ9pAXYUzYc30tWKiau-sS4	The Travelling Dillberries	2	1370	10:55 PM Jul 8, 2019 by landy
	Vast tv (Preview) I have set up in Sarina QLD,first time out of NSW l only get SBS, ABC,do I have to register as a traveller to get other channels.Have E16-4 fault no permission to view this channel .Cheers Sid	matho	4	1072	12:52 PM Jul 8, 2019 by Aus-Kiwi
	Hot Water System (Preview) After many happy hot showers in my van I woke to a cold one the other morning. My heater is a Truma and for some strange reason will heat the water whilst using the gas but now refuses to work using the mains power. It has been faultless in the past but has decided to go on strike, but only when using mains powe...	DMaxer	12	1837	12:15 PM Jul 6, 2019 by DMaxer
	Bluetooth rear view camera for caravans (Preview) Hello all, I have done a search and read posts about wireless rear view cameras for vans but not so many recent posts about them. With improvement's in technology, I am interested in hearing about anyone's experiences with Bluetooth rear view cameras for caravans. eg interference or other issues...	Flags2	6	1316	10:21 AM Jul 6, 2019 by Flags2
	Wifi (Preview) What does everyone use for wifi to stream Netflix etc?	Flyingkiwi	4	1416	08:10 PM Jul 5, 2019 by Flyingkiwi
	Product Recall - Honda EU22i fuel valve - loose screws may cause leak (Preview) https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/honda-australia-motorcycle-and-power-equipment-pty-ltd-eu22i-generator-- Edited by RoamerAllWaze on Tuesday 2nd of July 2019 06:50:24 PM -- Edited by...	RoamerAllWaze	1	1343	04:58 PM Jul 4, 2019 by Mike Harding
	Chattering water pump (Preview) Thought I should ask in case it circumvents a problem happening. The water pump in the van works fine, but has for a few days, when taps are turned on been chattering loudly and causing solid reverberations through the pipes. Sounds like a jackhammer in the shower cubicle. Can also feel it on taps arou...	Farmhat	10	1792	04:24 PM Jul 4, 2019 by Baz421
	Solar Force Battery Charger (Preview) Can anyone give me some info on the Solar Force Battery Charger. It's fitted in my 10 yo Van, Fusion. I have know manual and it appears that the manufacture has gone bust as their Web site is inactive.	Hendo	2	1223	03:45 PM Jul 4, 2019 by denmonkey
	Anderson plugs with oversize cables & air compressor issues (Preview) https://thegreynomads.activeboard.com/t65662065/50amp-anderson-plug-expand-for-4-awg-cable/	Whenarewethere	4	1606	05:10 PM Jul 2, 2019 by Whenarewethere
	Lithium batteries ( 1 2 3 4 ) (closed) (Preview) I am going to buy a new van with 2 x 100 amp lithium batteries 3x 160 amp solar running a 220 litre 2 way fridge and will be mainly camping off the grid . if anyone has a similar setup will the batteries have enough storage for times of not so much sun or would it be better to have 300 amps thanks	travelyounger	102	6761	03:02 PM Jul 1, 2019 by Dncwell
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