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  1. Are you happy with your Kedron?

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    Our Van is a 2008 21ft Top Ender and we are very happy with it. The thing that has gone wrong with it when we did the Gibb River Road in 2010 was that the power Circuit Breaker dropped off which turned the mains power off. After some cussing and kick things around in bad temper I found that the breaker was off. So with quit a bit of humility I quietly turned it on and behaved like the gentleman that I am. To sum Up Best Van on the market and the after sale service is unequalled in the trade

     

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  3. Auto coupler

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    Hi Stu,

    Yes we do, when we had the Auto coupler fitted by Joe Mc Ginnes he modified the Hinged coupling that hooks onto the chains to allow it to slide rather than be fixed. But,however I can see that the WDH would not be manditory if you as I do have air bag assist on the rear springs.

    Tex

  4. Auto coupler

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    Hi Folks,

    I have done it, I had the new Auto Coupler retro fitted to my LC76 and Top Ender by Joe Mc Guinnes at Lithgow,( had the Mc Hitch fitted by Tom 2 yrs ago). Just great easy to hitch up and disconnect. Best money I've spent, I can recommend this set up to all.

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  6. McHitch Auto Coupler

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    G'day John and Colin,

    I have a 6 ton McHitch and love it but in say that I've contacted Joe at Lithgow and he stated that the existing hitch can be retro fit with the new coupling for about $180.00. so .When you start adding up the pennies it is a cheaper option than buying the complete unit would you say.

    Tex

  11. Christmas gathering Standown Park

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    Thanks Rod. That obviously was a fun gathering. We wish we could have attended. Thanks for the photos as well. I can recognize a few faces . It's a great fraternity.

    Regards to all

    Colin & gayleen

    Hi to All,

    We and I mean Carol and myself are still here at Standown Park having a lovely time with Rod and Pam. We enjoyed the Kedron Gathering and love the atmosphere that you all generated a great meeting. Unfortunately another Caravan Club has arrived with a completely opposite attitude to life. Even the others that are regulars here at Standown have made comment of the difference between the two groups. This Caravan Club which will remain nameless is decidedly unfriendly to everybody outside their club. But on a brighter note the regulars including Rod and Pam have commented on the friendly attitude of the KOGGERs and that they all enjoyed your Friendly and pleasant out look . Again as first timers at a gathering both Carol and I had a very enjoyable time with you all, thanks for having us.

    Carol and Ian

  12. CLEARVIEW MIRROR FITTED TO 79 SERIES

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    Hi Richard,

    You will find that there are qty 4 bolts/srcew/fasters that secure the mirror to your LC76/79/ all 70 series LC. T he top 2 utilise the original mounting holes, the second 2 are drilled lower down on the door. The additional 2 have a backing plate to secure the mirrors to the door. and the job only took about 1 hour to complete. I am more than happy with mine.

    Tex

  13. CLEARVIEW MIRROR FITTED TO 79 SERIES

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    Hi Richard and Tony,

    I have the Clear view mirrors fitted to my LC76 and yes they drill 2 holes in each door to give additional security for the mounting. See the web site. I am more than happy with the mirrors and would recommend them to everybody that may be interested in fitting them. They can be supplied and fitted by ARB TJM at the same price as at the factory. The best mirrors ever.

    Tex

  17. Sovereign Slide Out BBQ Issues

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    I had the same problem with my BBQ and had a gas fitter check it out at the cost $80. Then I rang Sovereign and they told me that the problem was the knob and it would cost $35. for a replacement. So I ordered 1, but the wife asked me what was wrong with the knob so I explained. ie there is a little flange inside of the hole that prevents the brass shaft to far into the knob this flange is meant to assist in pushing the shaft in allowing the gas to flow. if the flange is broken or worn the gas wont flow after releasing the knob. So little miss smarty pants said put some aluminium foil in the hole and guess what it hasn't failed me since and I have a spare knob to boot.

  18. Our new TE at last. (Break-away system)

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    Hi All,

    Have been told that the reason they would rather we use the small battery supplied with our system is that,when the safety brakes are activated the small battery will only last a hour or so.If connected to our big batteries the brake solenoids will work until they catch on fire or hopefully burn out.

  19. Our new TE at last. (Break-away system)

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    Thanks for all the advice.

    I have spoken to the manufacturer of the Break Safe system, Colin at RV Electronics, and he has advised me that it is ok to charge the Break Safe continuously from the on-board solar/battery system.

    He said that the Break Safe has a charge monitoring circuit, so it's ok to leave it permanently on charge.

    Rob

    Hi.

    I contacted RV Electronics RVE ref the charging and monitoring of the Break Safe system. Yes you can connect to the house batteries for recharging and also RVE informed me that they sell a monitor for installation on dash for $80 approx. This monitor is activated every time you apply your brakes GREEN light for fully charged unit batt and RED with audible alarm for discharged batt. The other news that was imparted is that NSW is making it compulsory to fit the monitor with all Vehicles towing vans reg in NSW. I hope this helps

    PS. I have fitted the monitor and find comforting knowing the Break Safe Batt is charged

    Tex

  20. Toyota 76 Series suspension upgrade

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    G'day Fellow Travellers. We just picked up our new 76 series wagon and are interested to hear any comments from others with regards to upgrading the suspension/lift kits/rear air bags or any other useful tips anyone may have. We tow a 20 foot ATV and have the vehicle booked into Creative Conversions in October for chassis extension. Any other information on this model would be greatly appreciated. We have recently sold our business and plan to hit the road in May 2013.

    Cheers,

    Pete & Lyn :)

    Hi Pete& Lyn

    I have a LC 76 and I had ARB up grade the suspension and added air bags to the rear. But, alas I found that it was not what I required. However I have since found out that SAX suspension has a better option which I am going to invest in. I would strongly suggest SAXS.

    Tex

  21. WINDOW SILICONE

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    HI BRIAN

    We had the same problem on our ATV2, Dec 2010. started from the time the van was 3 mts old. KEDRON removed ,cleaned and refitted them but the same thing happened, so they

    repeated the prosess,it seames to be ok now. We also asked the question at the time on the members forum, and there were a couple of other vans that had the same

    problem. Never found out a reason why.

    Regards Mal.

    Hi All

    I had the same problem and I found it was the silicone. To remedy the problem I use a sharp blade to trim the edges of the silicone and then use a damp sponge to clean the unwanted brown residue from the walls of the van and hey presto no more problems.

    Regards Tex

  22. Fantastic Vent cleaning

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    Hi again,

    I sound like an echo. We are at Stand down Park near Tin Can Bay and yes it is wet. I have started to grow webbing between the toes. Luckily we have a great camp kitchen here and good company, the owners of the park Rod and Pam often come down and sit and chat, and yes we all tell tall tales and just shoot the breeze. No rank discrimination here just a mob of civvies and old soldiers relaxing. Well worth the effort to stay it's not like most parks we've been too its just like being at home with friends.

    Tex

  23. Fantastic Vent cleaning

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    Hi All,

    After reading all the direction on the Fantastic vent site we were able to remove the fan blades with an simple allen key. She who must be obeyed (Carol) is very delighted with me as usual I was able to solve the problem. The vent now look like new with no stiff neck. If when you go to the site click on the 5000 series vent and in the right margin there is a cleaning tab click on that and bingo it shows you how to remove the blades.

  24. Fantastic Vent cleaning

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    Hi to All

    My wife got into a bit of a flap about cleaning the fans on our Fantastic Vents. She asked Know it all (me) to remove the fan blade so they could wash them. Now here's the problem how do you get the little buggers out. THINK I said to myself, so whilst I was pondering the problem she who must be obeyed jump onto the dreaded computer and bingo there on the US site for Fantastic Vents are the cleaning instructions and more information than you could poke a stick at. So now Know it all has a little more knowledge on the maintenance of his beloved Top Ender. see www.fantasticvent.com

    Tex

  25. Split fuel tank

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    Hi I have a LC76 workmate (towing a 19'6' Top Ender) with a after market tank from Long Ranger. I have travelled The Gibb River Road, The Plenty Hwy,the back Rd from Pardoo Stn to Marble Bar, and the Oonandatta Track. I have not had any problems with splitting or any other damage to the tank. I would wonder at the quality of the tank you purchased. Not suggesting that any product is better than any other, but one would wonder.

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