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  1. vitrifrigo fridge

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    Hi All

    We have the normal 230 vitrifrigo fridge in our T/E, I have put a Remote temp sender (engel brand) inside to try to keep an eye on temp. We Have been losing food due to the fridge not being cold enough.On hot days the inside of the van can get really hot and then so does the fridge. Should I be turning up the thermostat to combat this ??? We currently run the fridge on about 4.. I have defrosted the fridge a couple of times and have been shown how to check for ice.. the warmer the weather is the warmer the fridge is...I have a sixty year old fridge which I have had for 25 years it has always lived in the shed and has always kept the beer cold, I dont even know where the thermostat is !!!!

    Does anyone have a solution ??? PLEASE

    Cheers Phil :sad:

  4. fuel economy

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    Hi Richard

    Buy an F-Truck.....We get 24lt p/100 with 4m tinnie and 450kg quad bike..huge storage.. huge torque..huge cab..

    love mine for towing heavy van..we also have 100 4.2lt and get about 28-30lt p/100 towing the van.have only towed it once with the cruiser...good luck hunting.. :laugh:

  5. Synchronizing Batteries

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    Hi Peter n Margie

    I recently had my van at the 12 volt shop and they seemed to know about the xantrex gear . the young blokes name is Chris Williams,His # is 08 94581212, they dont sell it anymore but he knew about them...good luck

    Hows Denmark ?

    we left on tuesday and only got as far as Kojonup and the trucks gearbox gave up and caught fire, know its in the shop having a 12k transplant.

    happy travels

    Phil n Darlene.

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  6. Teac TV

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    hi Bill

    We Have 2 teac tv's and both are the same..we dont have an issue with the sound when we are plugged into 240 volt.I dont think we could get warranty for this problem even if we tried

    let me know if you find a better tv/dvd

    cheers Phil

  7. Teac TV

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    Hi Tony

    I dont do heights!!! I have tried before and only gone up a dozen steps. thats high enough anyway...we are heading home on tuesday north to Perth....We are apprentice nomads still have work and kid commitments..

    wont be long but

    Cheers Phil

  8. Teac TV

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    Hi There

    Does anyone else have problems with sound from the tv?? we have had the sound drop out both on satellite and with dvd's, we unplugged the 12 volt lead and plugged in the 240 lead and have not had an issue yet. has anybody had the same issue ??? except for Pete N Margie because we are in the same park as them in lovely Wapole

    Cheers Phil

  9. Diesel Troopie LPG Conversion

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    Hi Reg

    I had a 80 series cruiser a few years ago. it had a 1HZ engine with a non factory turbo, intercooler and diesel gas conversion, it was money well spent the power increase was excellent. the motor couldn't cool itself as it wasn't designed for so much fuel. I replaced the motor with a 1HDT factory turbo and added gas and it was incredible,power,torque. the only down side was losing a fuel tank to fit a gas tank but I had a 250lt tank fitted in place of main tank.the other down side was finding a petrol station with diesel and gas pumps next to each other.you will not be disappointed with the conversion.

    Cheers Phil

  10. Noisey Water Pumps

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    Hi Petenmargie

    I think the accumulators are Shurflo I got them from Camec $80 each. realy easy to install, sort of.. If you can contort your self inside out..i do not have any photos yet but will endeavor to. plumbing them is easy the just connect between the pump and taps (fittings). the insulation is just an r2.5 polyester batt. must be available from insulation shop or Gyprock shop..I dont think mouting them on a rubber block is going to help..if you can not find batts try thick towels , I have jamed the insulation in very tight. where are your pumps mounted ?

    cheers Phil

  12. Noisey Water Pumps

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    hHi Petenmarge

    I have since fitted accumulation tanks to both pressure systems, this was a little better but I have fitted a polyester insulation batt (lots of pieces actually) under and all around the pumps and this has reduced the noise incredibly. I had the a/c on the other day and had to get on my knees to here the pump, it is that quiet.. you have to put the insulation under the pump...very happy

    cheers Phil

  16. Noisey Water Pumps

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    Hi All

    I am trying to cut down the amount of noise my shurflow pumps make,,,,I am an early riser and the better half likes to sleep in,, that is until I brush my teeth or fill the kettle. I have just fitted acumalator tanks to both pumps and while this has helped they are still noisey. I have filled the little cupboard that houses the pumps with insulation but to no avail.. Does anyone use different pumps or have a magic wand ???

    Cheers Phil

  19. disel heater

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    Hi Bryan

    Thats a lovely piece of art.....bet there was some hours in that ...

    have done the mods to my wheel carrier, no photos yet, i did not make them swing but did move them. will post some pic's soon

    Cheers Phil :thumbsup:

  21. disel heater

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    Hi Bryan

    I am actually going to copy your idea of the swing out wheel carrier. I have bought the arms and am waiting for the spare time (i wish) to start. I am hoping to be able to put a small box between the wheels when done. Do you have any more photo's of yours? would like to see it I am also adding another water tank to rear of van. Cheers Phil

  22. disel heater

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    Hi John

    No didnt get to Albany.. close though Alexandra Bridge near Augusta.. great spot and not busy either at this time of year.We have friends in Albany will call when we are down there..

    I think I am going to move the fuel tank and pump when I modify the rear wheel carrier..

    I dont think i can carry enough beer to drown out the noise

    Cheers Phil

  24. disel heater

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    Hi All

    We have a new topender with a diesel heater which i turned on full at about 5am to warm up the van.But the fuel pump is under the van on my side near my pillow... What is with all the clicking ??. I rang Kedron and they told me this normal , it is just pumping the fuel.. Has anybody found a solution to this ??? Or can you tell me were to get some good ear plugs..Maybe move the tank & pump to the back of the van..

    Cheers Phil :helpsmilie:

  25. Flat Brake Battery

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    Hi all

    thanks for info

    the van is brand new only towed from the truck depot home..... bought a new battery anyway but has still not fixed the problem... spoke to Tom at Kedron all a bit confused... on going... i think there is a prob with breakaway charge system..

    Anyway got it licenced today and fitted brand new private number plate which reads OUR SHACK

    heading south tomorro for the weekend just to try out the mattress... ok and the fridge

    cheers Phil

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