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If I were in your position might consider changing the pump assembly and making the discharge separate from the original. Possibly utilising the tank filler cap with pump discharge fixed to it.
IE unscrew the cap and the pump lifts out attached to the cap
CAKtanks distribute a wide range of fittings for tanks, maybe a browse through their downloadable catalog might help with ideas
http://www.caktanks.co.uk/files/cak_catalogue_2012/2012_CAK_Water.pdf
rgds
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Filling tyres is as much about pressure as it is volume required.
I have 240 v. 9 litre tank compressed which pumps to 116 psi starts at 60 psi to fill the tank. If the tyres are down more than a couple of psi down, it takes several runs of the compressor to come up to a pressure to fill the tyres.
rgds
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I used Cleanyourcar site for my bits n pieces
https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk
Helpful guys with advice, polishes waxes etc depend upon your bodywork. Ours is grp with a gel coat similar to a boat hull.
If looking on the internet, a random orbital polisher is the way to go.
Plenty of advice about car detailing, which is similar to what you may need, but not to the depth these guys go.
Rgds
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In my reply I should of added:
A separate shower is useful for “throwing” in wet stuff after a wet day. Wet walking gear, silver screens ( if you use them), boots etc.
Not something you want to share is dripping clothes whilst contemplating on the loo. AND your reading matter gets soggy.
Rgds
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My thoughts are:
Saving space Vs. Water every where it misses the shower curtain (if you have one).
If you have a shower curtain, it is surprisingly clingy when it decides to wrap itself around you ( and uncomfortably cold)Wet damp contents in cupboards, possibility’s of mould in awkward places to dry.
Emergency evacuation of shower when soaped up to allow access for fellow traveler to the loo.
Maybe I am just biased ?Rgds
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Considering the number of motor homes that are 3.8 ton using identical bodies as 3.5 tons and vice versa. I am surprised the legislation is not for 3.5 tons and above, rather than above 3.5 tons.
rgds
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Another Next user on two vehicles for a number of years.
It seems to me that some of the added extras seem a bit ottop and when new are a fun fiddle factor, only to be forgotten quickly.
At the end of the day what is wanted is reliability, decent picture, ( at night as well) and maybe the speed displayed on the screen at the rear of the camera as a quick guide rather than looking down at the speedometer,
rgds
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20 hours ago, mtravel said:
Artificial intelligence. My Garmin sometimes drives me on different routes between A to B or B to A.
Proved two times at least in France between Frejus and Montpellier.
Simple calculator maths ?
Dual carriage ways have different Center line lengths so route in one direction seen shorter than the other.
It takes AI to find new farm tracks that can shorten your journey;-))
rgds
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I would be more worried about having to fight with having to remove the toilet cassette if it’s accessible on the social side.
Drive away awnings always seem to have guys, poles or summat similar in conflicting locations such as locker doors, windows.
rgds
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Just a thought, is the leak running from a fitting along the pipe and dripping to the floor ? Always difficult to access these bits and pieces together a view or wet finger test!
My rationale is that all pipe runs would be one piece from fitting to fitting to avoid situations like this. I.e. heater to tap as one run , or to an accessible tee piece for another connection to shower or second sink.
Of course, this does not apply, if the pipe has been damaged by rodent teeth, or split due to freezing.
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Gently vacuum.
Due to the lack of working space, I resorted to a computer vacuum attachments. Unfortunately added a few extra crinkles to them.
rgds
Mini Vacuum Attachments, hoover Kit, for Car, Computer, Printer, cleaning tool https://amzn.eu/d/i6i0bpk
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Maybe beg, borrow a dehumidifier and use that to dry the Motorhome.
In good old days, dropping a glass bottle of milk on a tiled floor and bottle breaks, shows you how far fluids can run and spread out.
My guess is that maybe up to a quarter of the water remaining after mopping up the spill.
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As you have seen the gauge has red, yellow and green markings.
After using the gas for a while, the yellow band starts to show, and then is the time to regularly check to monitor how much gas you are using and how quickly it is falling. Check to see you have the next full cylinder.
On my system, we use has for mainly heating, so pressure tends to fall slowly using electricity and optional gas. Our use is about one propane 6.5 kg cylinder a year !
Finally, the gas test cited in the previous post is a useful check on leaks. The test on our gas system stays green for a couple of days or more, before starting to show yellow.
rgds
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I use a length of rope with a loops at the ends. I wind the rope around the top of the peg and “hooks” and give it a good tug, usually moves them, if not, a bar or broom handle to get a bit of leverage.
NOT an awning pole, they are expensive to replace.
rgds
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Lift the bonnet and check the fluids regularly until you are satisfied there are no leaks.
Run the air conditioner ( climate control) regularly as well.Rgds
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In light of my opening post about my Camos satellite.
Whilst having a play with wiring and checking satellite positioning, my Freesat stations have returned. Probably one of those “Doh” moments when last using the kit.
Thanks for your advice regarding the hdmi connection. As my son pointed out, I could use it and an iPad to download load films to watch as well as stream.
rgds
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Thanks for your replies, I will investigate further.The Supra App seems interesting.
I would welcome any suggestions for companies about updating the Camos. As it seems to lock onto other satellites but not Astra, my feeling is that a firmware upgrade is required, so not to drastic.
I tried RoadPro (Original suppliers) but they said that they were unable to help as the unit was too old (2010)
I haven’t searched the net for tuning information for the mini pace box, but will do so. My guess is the satellites that have a lock, are continental and could be encrypted.
rgds
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My Camos satellite locator has lost its U.K. satellite position, although it does indicate a lock on signal for other satellites. The receiver is a Sky Pace mini so can not be tuned to whatever the lock is.
Not that I watch much tv, but am starting to find that DAB and internet radio channels are listenable to on a range of subjects not mainstream for the BeebC. Also iPlayer, and film streaming channels.
I was wondering if anyone has tried the Apple / hdmi converter and if a phones ability to stream is good enough substitute for my elderly Satellite system.
Or use with an iPad using the iPhone as a hotspot ?
( Other makes of phone and connectors may be available!)
£45 seems better value than a £1000 or so for a new sat system.
rgds
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Passing thoughts !
It is possible to get heater units for gas and 12 /24 volt for installation in dog daycare and horse boxes
Depending on how much hot water you need and how warm, 12 b 24 volt cup / mug heating element for lorries might help.
Rgds
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Reading the last post, it would seem wise to disconnect the habitation battery ( if possible) if a jump start is envisaged ?
Rgds
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Keeping it cool.
We made some curtains from the silvered car cover material sold by Halfords / Argos which held on by velcro. In hot sun they act like a silver screen and relect the sun out of the side and rear windows.
They look a bit utilitarian, but work well.
We have recently brought from Tchibo shops some fly screen material which is silved one side to relect the heat and black the other. Initial trials seem to have the same effect as the above, you can see out but not in.
We brought 2 packs of of door screen, one for the door ! the other for the windows. The width of the door screen (2 curtains in a pack) is the same as the drop on the windows. Total cost a tenner for the two packs.
USB problem
in Motorhome Matters
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Is it a power problem or data , or both
Have you tried different cables ?
Depends to some extent on the type of USB cable as some are ;
Data and supply,
Supply only, usually found on rechargeable items, like torches,
Very occasionally data only,
Also some cables wear very quickly, and wires break under the insulation.
Just some thoughts,
Rgds