Peter_n_Margaret's latest activity
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread OVRLND CAMPERS ONLY : Post your OVRLND Camper build here or a link to your build thread to inspire others!.Linear actuators are an alternative to gas struts for some jobs. All sorts of lengths, powers and speeds available. Put the switch... -
Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread anyone regret getting a regular cab?.For the odd occasions that we might need more than 2 seats, I had seat belts fitted to the 2 seats in the camper section and...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Condensation in campers and how to avoid it!.I typically run 10% kerosene in our Webasto, primarily to reduce the chances of gelling during cold mornings. When choosing a diesel...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Better or best automotive batteries for my Overlander? Interstate, Odyssey, Optima, LiFePo, etc..The ability to deliver amps is a function of the BMS rather that the LiFePO4 chemistry. I am using a 4.5kg, 30Ah, 880A CCA LiFePO4...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread E350/450 Cab-Chassis w/ Composite Box Body.I am building another fibreglass sandwich box at the moment. The bed-over is tapered towards the front (to be more tree friendly) and...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Better or best automotive batteries for my Overlander? Interstate, Odyssey, Optima, LiFePo, etc..If you do it 'right', once you go to LiFePO4, you will never go back and you will probably never buy another battery either. Cheers...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Isuzu npr 4wd.A few km of corrugations and I reckon that tank will be left behind on the track somewhere. Cheers, Peter OKA196 motorhome
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Water tank size & placement.Depending on where you travel, water security is a primary concern. We carry 300L in our current vehicle and the new build will carry...
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Load range is pressure and equivalent ply ratings. Between tires of the the same range but different sizes the load capacity will vary...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Load range vs load index.I think the use of "Load Range" is unique to tyres made in the USA. The rest of the world talks "Load Index". Like "Ply Rating". Its...
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It doesn't hurt... but I think it must be insignificant A good 12v fridge will average ~15 W consumption at room temp and that will be...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Tire Load Rating at Lower Tire Pressures vs. Axle Rating: A Case for "E" Load.I think "Load Range" is a term used only in the USA on USA made tyres. Actual weight rating and at what pressure is what counts. Cheers...
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I took these pics in Oz 20 years ago, but might be of interest to some here? Unusual enough....... But this is what caught my...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Isuzu npr 4wd.It is illegal in Australia to drop anything on the road. I suggest that this applies to ESPECIALLY grey water. Ask any motorcyclist why...
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Peter_n_Margaret replied to the thread Demountable composite box to flatbed mounting system without pivoting subframe..4M. Cheers, Peter OKA196 motorhome
