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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Poor heating.
    The truma combi boiler 4E is only 1800W on EL2.Gas power is about 4kW. As Mr Plodd says they do tend to pop heater elements .If you run...
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    Please note when putting a fridge back you must ensure it is'room sealed', Any foam strips/sealant/trim panels you have disturbed must...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Gas bottle sizes.
    .Remember the gas bottles, if fitted in front lockers are resting on the A frame members. The height of the bulkhead regulator...
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    Interesting, I have never considered the thickness ,so I looked on Ebay (where else these days?) and a company called Wootton...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Loose wheels and ATC.
    Thanks for the heads up and no it wasn't boring or overly long winded as it conveyed important information based on personal...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Bailey Panther 440.
    I believe the panther was exclusive to Raymond james caravans in Atherstone Tel 02476 474747. You could also try them emailing them...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Caravan Cover.
    some aren't , you can buy a generic cover , if you state the make model and year , thats what I did at the caravan show a few years back
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Chipped rear panel repair.
    Grey primer is ok , it shows where the high/low spots are as you sand it , ,when you finish with 400 grit emery wet and dry a final...
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    IanB1485 reacted to ProfJohnL's post in the thread Steady Eddie with Like Like.
    I consider you to be a victim, with no "slur " made or intended. It is an unfortunate fact that when some hobbies become popular...
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    IanB1485 reacted to ProfJohnL's post in the thread Steady Eddie with Like Like.
    Another product that aims to relieve the unsuspecting novice caravanner of their hard earned cash. when there are far simpler and...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Caravan Cover.
    I got a cover from maypole, when I got it one of the limitations was it was limited to 50mph! I used one winter , but as it blocked...
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    IanB1485 reacted to ProfJohnL's post in the thread Caravan Cover with Like Like.
    Except for the caravans that manufacturers don't build properly and leak, Caravans are designed to be used and stored outside. They...
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    IanB1485 reacted to otherclive's post in the thread To drain down or not with Like Like.
    My cars winter screenwash is good for -15 deg C at least. Even if temperature went below it wouldn’t freeze solid. But I agree that the...
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    IanB1485 reacted to Buckman's post in the thread To drain down or not with Like Like.
    Those kits to blow water out of the system are generally a total waste of money and time. Firstly make sure that the filter is...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Fridge gas pipe blocked.
    Yes Prof it's starting to sound like he is casting around in the dark and he should wait for the service. Messing with gas can be...
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