The RV Owners Club http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/ en Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:00:36 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg The RV Owners Club http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/ Heat tape - anybody used it ? http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2445-heat-tape-anybody-used-it-new-post.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:27:54 GMT Unlike some of the lucky ones, we are unable to escape to British weather this winter :sad:

Does anyone have any experience of 'heat tape' - normally 'wound' around exposed domestic pipes to prevent freezing (as if winter's in the UK are cold !! :001_smile: )

This is a link to the sort of thing we are considering -
http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_Ind...ape/index.html

From other research it seems that the 'self regulating tape is preferable - it also means that I don't have to firstly wrap all the pipe work in aluminum tape

Intend to further 'insulate' the water pipe work that I can reach but would appreciate any feed back from any who might have used this tape before deciding if it is a worthwhile investment under the insulation

Thanks in anticipation

poacher ]]> poacher http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2445-heat-tape-anybody-used-it.html Jaybird http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/say-hello/2444-jaybird-new-post.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 05:54:41 GMT *Howdy!* *Live 30 miles from the main gate of Yosemite National Park, am a park steward volunteer.* *have previously owned EVERYTHING:* *TT*... Howdy!
Live 30 miles from the main gate of Yosemite National Park, am a park steward volunteer.
have previously owned EVERYTHING:
TT
T/C
Tent Trailer
Class "C"
Presently a proud owner of a Fleetwood Southwind Class "A"
.... which has been in the shop after a five state trip
with a rear dually blow-out on I-5 near Mount Shasta! ]]> Say Hello! jaybird http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/say-hello/2444-jaybird.html slide now working but i dont think its right http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2443-slide-now-working-but-i-dont-think-its-right-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:37:22 GMT *been playing tonight and removed/cleaned/replaced the earth wires to the stainless steel earth lug on the pump.* *still no slide !...pump... been playing tonight and removed/cleaned/replaced the earth wires to the stainless steel earth lug on the pump.

still no slide !...pump selonoid is dead, valve selonoids are live.

then i turned on the jack master switch on the HWH control panel as well...

Magic !!! pump selonoid active and slide extends and retracts fine but ONLY when the jack master switch is on.

pushed the front end jack extend lever forward by accident and the slide started to retract :blink:

my limited knowledge tells me theres no 12v from the slide rocker switch to pump selonoid, only to the valve selonoids, and needs the jack switch on to power up the slide rocker switch to the pump.

is this usual or is it busted....

could it be possible the slide and jacks master switches are fed by a common 12v live, jacks first in line, but the link to the slide master is on the wrong side of the jack master...switched side instead of permenantly live side ? ]]> pappajohn http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2443-slide-now-working-but-i-dont-think-its-right.html Insurance http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/say-hello/2442-insurance-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:54:33 GMT Can anybody help us please? We are thinking of going full time in an RV. We need to get insurance? Also anything else we have to consider as we are... Can anybody help us please? We are thinking of going full time in an RV. We need to get insurance? Also anything else we have to consider as we are selling our house as well! Many thanks C ]]> Say Hello! cruiser http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/say-hello/2442-insurance.html Lighting help http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/5th-wheel-forum/2441-lighting-help-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:01:39 GMT I replaced two screw in light bulbs in the living room but the lights still don't work. They are 110volt that go through a converter thing to 240volt. I have checked the fuse box but can't see anything wrong.

Please help.

Cheryl. ]]> 5th Wheel Forum Laracroft http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/5th-wheel-forum/2441-lighting-help.html camping table http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/classifieds/2440-camping-table-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:05:21 GMT seating for 4 people and and a large table folds into a case £30 if interested pm me seating for 4 people and and a large table folds into a case

£30 if interested pm me ]]> Classifieds rvman28 http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/classifieds/2440-camping-table.html visionplus portable tv for sale http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2439-visionplus-portable-tv-for-sale-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:03:44 GMT 7 in 1 tv that works of 12v and 240v as new barely used anyone interested pm me £120 7 in 1 tv that works of 12v and 240v as new barely used anyone interested pm me £120 ]]> RV General Chat rvman28 http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2439-visionplus-portable-tv-for-sale.html Caerfai Bay http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/pembrokeshire-sir-benfro/2438-caerfai-bay-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:28:46 GMT Caerfai Bay Caravan and Tent Park Image: http://www.caerfaibay.co.uk/images/caerfaiariel2.jpg *Quick Site Description* 4 star site on...
Caerfai Bay Caravan and Tent Park


Quick Site Description
4 star site on pembrokeshire coast
Address of the site
Ffordd Caerfai Road
St Davids
Pembrokeshire
SA62 6QT
Tel No
01437 720274
Email
info@caerfaibay.co.uk
Website
http://www.caerfaibay.co.uk/test.html
Opening Times
-
Pitch Levels
Slightly Sloping
Pitch Type
Mixture of grass and Hard-standing
Toilet Block
  • No Toilet facility
  • Good Clean facility
Swimming
No Pool
Wifi
No Wifi
Laundry
Self Service Washers and Dryers
Nearest public transport
!0 minute walk
Nearest Restaurant
15 minute walk
Nearest Shops
3 minutes
Anything else you would like to add
electric hook up
water MH station (manhole for black water)
disabled facilitiesild not get down there easy
The access is tight because the lane is narrow.
]]> Pembrokeshire/Sir Benfro motorvating http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/pembrokeshire-sir-benfro/2438-caerfai-bay.html Towing http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2437-towing-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:47:35 GMT *I want to tow my Rav4 four wheel drive on an A frame. Toyota main dealers I just hopeless. Need to know if there would be a problem.* I want to tow my Rav4 four wheel drive on an A frame. Toyota main dealers I just hopeless. Need to know if there would be a problem. ]]> RV General Chat anniemitch http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2437-towing.html Four Winds Serrano http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2436-four-winds-serrano-new-post.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:24:20 GMT Hi Guys
I am interested in the Serrano but can't find one in the UK, apart from a lorry dealer who has a 31z, I'm looking for a 31v, doe's anyone on this forum have one or know of one ?

I am going to Florida next month so I shall seek one there but it would be nice to get feedback from a English owner.

Loddy:wink: ]]> RV General Chat Loddy http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2436-four-winds-serrano.html Cummins Fuel Cut Off Solenoid http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2435-cummins-fuel-cut-off-solenoid-new-post.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:57:45 GMT Hi Everyone Wondered if anyone can help? Have a 1996 pusher with an 8.3litre Cummins Turbodiesel. The fuel cut off soenoid has fallen apart and... Hi Everyone

Wondered if anyone can help?

Have a 1996 pusher with an 8.3litre Cummins Turbodiesel. The fuel cut off soenoid has fallen apart and I am now on the second new one supplied incorrectly.

I have ordered using the engine number and both new ones sent have been larger diameter and length. Whilst there is physically space for the larger to fit, it won't fit onto the mounting bracket.

Therefore does anyone know if it's incorrect, or if I need to order the new bracket as well. I'm wondering if the new larger one is an upgrade and it needs the new bracket to install?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks ]]> RVUSA http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2435-cummins-fuel-cut-off-solenoid.html mains power lead http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2434-mains-power-lead-new-post.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:22:06 GMT Been having loads of trouble plugging the rv into the mains every time we have been out in it.Plug power cord into the mains and it tripped out... Been having loads of trouble plugging the rv into the mains every time we have been out in it.Plug power cord into the mains and it tripped out straight away,then eventually it would stop on,tried allsorts to get round the problem with no joy:cursing::.Then Carole suggested plugging the power cord in to the rv first then into the outside hook up(not the right way but when your desperate) and lo and behold it tripped so pointing to a fault with the main lead.Must say a big thank,s to Gary Burton of Chase Electrics for all his help over the phone on Sunday:thumbup:.It turned out to be the 50amp plug that needed stripping and cleaning out,so fingers crossed it,s all sorted out now:001_smile: ]]> john and carole http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/general-tech-and-mech/2434-mains-power-lead.html Fire at Daventry http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2433-fire-at-daventry-new-post.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 16:19:27 GMT I was watching e-bay there was a nice rv for auction , this morning it had been removed with 4 days to go :mad:. I have just read there has been a... I was watching e-bay there was a nice rv for auction , this morning it had been removed with 4 days to go :mad:. I have just read there has been a fire at a RV dealer in Daventry:sad:

Loddy ]]> RV General Chat Loddy http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2433-fire-at-daventry.html Congratulations PaPa John http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2431-congratulations-papa-john-new-post.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 10:47:08 GMT Big round of applause to John Maiden voyage arrived with all four corners and mirrors intact:thumbup: Drove in and out like a veteran, slight... Big round of applause to John
Maiden voyage arrived with all four corners and mirrors intact:thumbup:
Drove in and out like a veteran, slight niggle with the slide but it was overcome with the usual work arounds expected only of a seasoned RVer,
The attitude of, if it wont come out, Ill use it with it in says a lot
Very nice bus, super sweet V10, John bought really well
Well Done:thumbup:
Geo ]]> RV General Chat Geo http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2431-congratulations-papa-john.html Shepton Mallet http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2430-shepton-mallet-new-post.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:56:26 GMT Hi.Is anybody going to the RV show at Shepton Mallet next weekend? We booked late and havent been before.:thumbup: Hi.Is anybody going to the RV show at Shepton Mallet next weekend? We booked late and havent been before.:thumbup: ]]> RV General Chat iluvmyrv http://www.rvoc.co.uk/forum/rv-general-chat/2430-shepton-mallet.html