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Yabbietol

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  1. Hello I have recently heard about a Dexter Stability Control (DSC), it is also sold in the US as Tucson brand. I believe it was released in Australia mid last year, it is different from the ALKO Electronic Stability Control (ESC) in that it operates both sides of the brakes on the caravan independently to reduce sway. Also according to their web site DSC automatically turns off on bumpy roads. The ALKO ESC has to be disconnected manually for rough roads and off road, often by unplugging power supply and ALKO will only fit their ESC to ALKO brakes. The DSC also can be fitted to Dexter brakes without brake modification. I believe Kedron usually fit Dexter brakes. It is a similar price to the ALKO, but sounds like it might suit Kedron's better. The below article looks interesting. http://www.caravancampingsales.com.au/content/news/2014/towing/another-anti-sway-option-for-caravans-47315 http://www.melbournetrailers.com.au/Dexter%20Sway%20Control.html Has anyone fitted (or planning to fit) the Dexter Stability Control (DSC) to a Kedron? Also interested in any comments about stability controls in general as we are thinking of fitting one to our new Kedron, we asked Kedron and at this stage they do not fit stability control systems, so it would have to be done after pickup. Thanks Terry
  2. Hello Richard and Tony I would strongly suggest a careful read of the MSDS in the link above before using Oxalic acid based cleaners. I am a qualified scientist (UTS and UNSW) and through bitter experience have learned to be very careful with chemicals. I have worked in chemical and biological labs for many years, both industrial and research. I have had chemical burns on my hands when I was working in a chemical factory when very young and ignorant and accordingly I am now am very cautious. My injuries could have been much worse if not for protective eye glasses and clothing. I have witnessed chemical burns in others that have required hospitalisation and left permanent scars. It is important to note Oxalic acid can cause blindness, if it gets in your eyes it will burn your corneas. It is a level 8 corrosive which is the same as most concentrated acids. It certainly will clean things, but it is dangerous. It will most likely will corrode your caravan if you do not completely remove all residual traces of it. It does have industrial uses as a paint remover and also works so well at removing stains by combining with metals such as iron in the stains, so it will readily combine with metals such as zinc and steel. It will also react strongly and dangerously with aluminium (and magnesium). So I would suggest it is not used without full knowledge of the risks and protective equipment (googles, impervious gloves, overalls, dust mask) as described in the MSDS. Regards Terry
  3. I am curious, can any one tell me what the active ingredient(s) is in the Diggers Stain and Rust Remover, is it only Oxalic acid and what concentration? I am a little concerned it may be corrosive or set up dissimilar metals for corrosion. I have never used it. I just found a MSDS for a similar Oxalic Acid product, it can be 7% to 18 % Oxalic Acid. Also it is very corrosive Class 8 and also very dangerous to eyes, so be careful. I would also lookout for it causing corrosion especially if it gets washed behind checker plate or in cavities and in contact with bare steel, aluminium and zinc. http://msds.orica.com/pdf/shess-en-cds-010-000030127001.pdf Regards Terry
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