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    IanB1485 reacted to JTQ's post in the thread Another gadget. with Like Like.
    I don't know if its novel but I use a waste water container under the outlet pipe, you simply empty it when its full, or like me as part...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Dometic cu600 cooker.
    The hob plate is usually part of the main chassis so it's a major stripdown to remove it . Usually the thermocouple is replaced by...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Another gadget..
    OOh it doesn't have the recommended fall ratio( is it 10:1 or 20:1 , can't remeber), so solids may collect in the tube:ROFLMAO:. Talk...
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    IanB1485 reacted to RogerL's post in the thread Light squeak on braking with Like Like.
    To add to that - even when the brakes are properly adjusted, the driver will feel a thump from the caravan if the hitch damper is worn...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Light squeak on braking.
    The hitch drawshaft , when pushed back( slowed up by the damper) will move the bottom of the handbrake lever , which in turn (...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Light squeak on braking.
    One thing to note is that a lot of AWS do not disassemble the hub and clean the brake shoes and drums but just adjust the shoes...
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    IanB1485 reacted to Hutch's post in the thread Towing question please help with Like Like.
    Unless you are over 70 years old, lost my C1+E at 70 years old. Unless you do the medical.
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Bailey Senator drum brakes.
    Yep I agree with Jcloughie I took the casting number along with along the other numbers on the drum and sent them off to my suppliers...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Bailey Senator drum brakes.
    If your drums have sealed bearings rather than taper roller types, which were fitted on older Alko trailers, be aware there are two...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread Bio washing liquid for flush?.
    Been over this many times , all toilet additives become food for the bacteria(and other single cell organisms) lurking in the...
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    IanB1485 replied to the thread 2018 elddis crusader aurora.
    I got the generic one from maypole, unfortunately it can only be used up to 50 mph , so not much use if a storm hits , also it covered...
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    IanB1485 reacted to Philk's post in the thread Removable central chest of drawers. with Like Like.
    Ours fits - just - on the floor under the bed slats.
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    On our coachman amara 380/2 the central drawers /shelf can be removed to make a large bed using the back cushions , never done it as...
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    IanB1485 reacted to borderbilly's post in the thread Upgrading locks / security? with Haha Haha.
    Who in their right mind would steal a new caravan? Are they planning on running a mobile shower business 🤔 as all they do is leak ☺️
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    Point to note about the strainers/aerators fitted on the end of taps , some do unscrew - these types have two flats on them to aid...