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    Additional Leisure Battery blowing fuse

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted

    Hi 

    Re trace your steps on what you carried out, re the batteries . Maybe disconnect and re try with one battery and with  correct amperage fuse as was fitted originally  Always find the source of your problem and never just uprate your fuse to a higher amperage. You may have a fire on your hands otherwise . You have been given good advise by all here .If your not competent with DC wiring , get a good Auto electrician to check it out for you and be safe 

    Regards

    Fiat Ducato intermittent engine starting issue

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted

    Hi "adesteele",

    Let us know how you got on , discount nothing as the simple faults can cause issues and have to be rectified.If you do not know how to perform the tasks I have outlined (I have no idea of your competence), then get a good auto electrician or tech to do it for you .

    Let us know of your outcome 

    Hope this helps 

    Regards

    Fiat Ducato intermittent engine starting issue

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted · Edited by onecal

    Hi

    Yes the earth lead should be replaced if in any doubt and all fuses for good contact ,but it may not always the case in this instance of intermittent starting

    You need to check is under the fuse box. There is a blue connector that is a well known cause .  This needs to be examined carefully for any corrosion in the contacts needs to be dealt with sometimes with a new connector.

    You also need to check the wiring for the low pressure pump. It needs to be checked for damaged and repaired

    The fuel pump should  run for about 20 seconds after the key is turned on , if the engine does not started; it switches off. 

    Check the wires in the bundle under the N/S headlamp for damage and repair if necessary

    Last check is the ECU /Body computer wiring loom. Check this wiring for continuity, quite often a wire breaks here and disrupts signal to the ECU from the body computer under the dash.  It may cause an immoblisier fault 

    Hope this helps 

    Regards

    Sunworks Solar Controller - help needed interpreting display

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted

    Hi again 

    Just got chatting a member down here in the south of Spain on tour who had one in his previous motorhome Just like both yourself and Derek he had very little joy ascertaining the required information on fault codes but rememberers that he found an faulty connection on his relay from the engine battery and had to also replace the wiring from same to the panel Some of our other members are in south of Portugal and may have the installation leaflet you requested We will be in contact over the weekend I am still a little taken aback that the company supply such little information on their product 

    Regards 

    Transit wet belt

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted

    Hi "Dawki"

    It 's a serious issue to consider on purchasing one with a wet belt as you say the the amount of money that has to be spent on the service of same and maybe the loss also of re-sale value going forward, 

    Regards 

    Transit wet belt

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted

    Hi 

    If you read my last post I think it answers you question 

    Again I will put it up for you , again,,,,as you say It's flooding lol  I think it's an effort to clarify and for others to read in full 

    If you have an issue take it up with Ford lol but as you say you haven't a wet cambelt and I think you allude you have an issue with the trade (see attached)

    Sorry my reply John may not suit you and if you wish to start an argument today lol I think not lol

    Really silly way of going on ,to be honest 

    I will put it up for you again to read , please read it all. It's my opinion as is others here 

    May I wish you well 

    Hi

    I think you should contact Ford for any information needed on same as I believe many a case is pending ,That's of course if we are to believe social media reports.  

    Regards

    2 hours ago, John52 said:

    don't know about that, but to be sure, if I had got a wet cambelt I personally would make sure I got the right oil to go with it, rather than rely on a garage to use the right oil.

    Transit wet belt

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted · Edited by onecal

    Hi

    I am afraid they do fail regardless of the oil used as it becomes diluted and contaminated with soot, ( regular oil changes are not the norm anymore ) This is well known and Ford have issued a Technical Service Bulletin . The saga goes on and on . At the moment it wouldn't be my choice of motor 

    Regards

    Peugeot Boxer motorhome 1996, how do I know what the L type is?

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted

    Hi

    Could you say it's a  6 BERTH MOTOR HOME ?.  HAS A U- SHAPED END SEATING AREA WHICH EASILY CONVERTS INTO A DOUBLE BED.THE SIDE WASHROOM HAS A PULL DOWN WASHBASIN, CASSETTE TOILET AND SHOWER. THE KITCHEN CONTAINS A SINK AND DRAINER, FRIDGE, AND FULL SIZE COOKER. THE SEATING IN THE DINING AREA CAN BE MADE INTO A DOUBLE BED AND THERE IS A FURTHER DOUBLE BED OVER THE CAB.THERE IS A GAS FIRE,HOT AND COLD WATER.AND THE USUAL 12V AND 240 V ELECTRICS.THERE IS AMPLE STORAGE SPACE INCLUDING A WARDROBE AND OVER HEAD LOCKERS. OUTSIDE IS A FIAMA AWNING,GAS LOCKERS, A ROOF LADDER    

    Make
    PEUGEOT
    Model
    B0XER
    Derivative
    Compass Drifter
    Body Type
    Coach built
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Manual
    Engine Size
    2,446 cc
    Colour
    White
    Driver Position                                                                                                                                                                                  Right
    Length 23' 2''
    Height 9' 6''
    Width 7' 2''
    So shall we say PEUGEOT BOXER COMPASS DRIFTER MERIT 460 1996 , Coachbuilt Motorhome with overcab bed 
    Regards

    Waeco camera problem with condensation.

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted

    Hi

    You could try gentle heat and dry it out over a period of time (it may take a few goes example with a hairdryer ) then find were the water is getting in and seal same, sometimes this can be difficult and not long lasting as some reversing cameras have sealing issues 

    Maybe the best advice is to replace the camera itself , 

    Regards

    French Green Card

    in Motorhome Matters

    Posted · Edited by onecal

    Hi

    As Keithl mentions above you really should not need one within the EU if your insurance covers you for such travel.In case of an accident it still is good to have one as proof of travel cover in case of an accident when abroad. . https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-insurance/driving-abroad

    Are you sure the truck driver is fully insured? . Your insurance should have no problem printing you out a green card or indeed e mailing one for you to print out and send it o to the relevant authorities that may be requesting same Yes a green card is good to have if you are involved ij an accident and is easily  provided by your insurer,  once your insurance is valid for travel abroad within the E.U  Why not ask  AXA to send you on one ? and to the relevant authorities dealing with the case your full insurance documentation that you are covered to drive abroad at the time of the said accident . 

    Regards

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