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If my batteries have a rested voltage of 12.8v & I connect the solar panel on a cloudy day, the regulator then shows 13.2v (not enough to charge or reach float v) & I connect a light load with the regulator still showing more than 12.8v does this mean that I am not discharging the battery but onl...

Hello All, First time posting for me so I hope I follow all the proper etiquette. I have seen another posting called "Avan Electrics" and this has been a great eye opener. We have just collected our third Avan, the " Frances "; now in the process of personalizing it My question r...

Have just fitted a new roll out awning, replacing one which suffered badly from sun damage and disintegrated. Not wanting to have it happen again, I want to know how you protect your vinyl awnings. Ours was washed with mild detergent and vinegar regularly to remove dirt and dust, but I think there is a p...

hi all I'm looking for good compressor and I'm struggling with getting the right one. Is it worth paying for a brand name ie TJM etc? All sugestions appreciated

When putting up a thread, or an answer to one, there are times when I would like to add a cartoon off the net. However they all seem to contain water marks. Question, is it OK to use these on this forum, without infringing the authors copyright?

2day spent cleaning outside of the van used truckwash ,came up like a new pin .the misses cleaned inside as well .The van was seviced last month ( brakes ,aircon ,batteries ,wheel bearings) to name a few .On the door the previous owners had put stickers of there travels on it ,and seeing as how they are...

Huh?? I've seen it all now. Peanut flavored peanuts. What next! lol Cheers, John.

The PICK THIS PLACE Sticky game is in need of some new players. The last winner has no photos to post, and there are currently not a lot of players. If you want to join in on our fun, the next person to post a picture may well be a winner, in stumping some of the original players. Come and join us. http://thegr...

We are interested for ideas for free camping for 2017, 4 weeks or more. We have a 21ft caravan. Queensland.

We have bought a 1991 Coromal Lowline Poptop which has had the fridge replaced. The cabin and outside lights do not work on 12 volt but the fridge does. Where can I get a 12 volt wiring diagram to trace where the light wires come from. This was the only low poptop that would fit under our garage roof. Thanks...

Hi All, Our tug is a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee rated to tow 3.5t our van loaded is 3.3t. we use a hayman reeese weight distribution hitch 800lb, our ball weight is 330kg. i am seriously looking at having air bags fitted in the rear coils springs to assist in lifting the rear end of the car and reducing some of...

Thanks for all those who replied to my lifting colored jokes off the joke section. My son will help put this into action & I'll be a happy camper. Thanks again. Regards, Baggie.

A mechanic was removing a cylinder head from the motor of a car when he spotted a well-known cardiologist in his shop. The cardiologist was there waiting for the service manager to come and take a look at his car when the mechanic shouted across the garage, "Hey Doc, want to take a look at this?" The cardi...

Hi guy's I've just retired and want to hit the road next year. I have an old basic camper trailer that I would like sandblasted rust proofed and re-painted with I think Por15, I have read is the best paint to use. It's in pretty good condition has a little rust on the underside and small light patches el...

G'day all I am still totally confused with weights and measures on the caravan Looking at the Rego papers for the Caravan it has Tare 1680 GVM 2080 I looked at a site it had ATM (GVM ) Am I right to assume = make an ASS / U / ME That this is the maximum weight you can have in the caravan Told you I was confused ...

New 120watt folding panels with adjustable supports c/w mppt regulator, cables, anderson plug,carry bag plus separate used 80watt panel [with slides as in pic if req'd] but all in perfect working order. Asking 450 negotiable. Campbelltown. contact 0408411262 or PM

An important lesson in grammar. On his 70th birthday, a man was given a gift certificate from his wife. The certificate was for consultation with an Indian medicine man living on a nearby reservation who was rumored to have a simple cure for erectile dysfunction. The husband went to the reservation...

For those coming through West Wyalong, up from the South, down from Forbes or in from Bathurst, it is worth checking the Bland Shire website for flood updates. Road is closed at Marsden. Marsden at the T intersection from the above routes. http://www.blandshire.nsw.gov.au Jamjar

Hi. Over the yrs I've seen and used a few tinnies with different vans. Going ONLY by my experiences. OK. Pop Top van. Early Navara Petrol dual cab ('99) 3.5mtr V Bow Quinnie DON'T............I found out the hard way. Adel to Darwin. nearly doubled the prev yrs fuel bill. Latest couple........ Compas...