Search found 14 matches

by loz
25 Nov 2009, 11:39
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: shine a light anyone???
Replies: 1
Views: 698

shine a light anyone???

im need to buy a 12v cigarette lighter soon, and just had a look as to where it goes, but cant for the life of me get the original 12v 'marine' cover thats already there off. it says locking points and has arrows, maybe im just being stupid but how the funk do u get it off?????????
by loz
17 Nov 2009, 22:01
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: starting problems
Replies: 7
Views: 1155

Re: starting problems

revtherev nice one!! the cleaning seemed to do the job, i got the battery tested and it was in ok condition. i think i have a 45amp, should i be looking at 60amp for my next one???
by loz
09 Nov 2009, 18:24
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: starting problems
Replies: 7
Views: 1155

Re: starting problems

i cant really see it being the sound system, it crossed my mind, but why would it suddenly start to drain over long periods of time?? and have disconnected the fuse on the amp, and still its dead. i have been using my (not yet set up) leisure battery to jump me starter, have been doing this every ti...
by loz
04 Nov 2009, 16:09
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: starting problems
Replies: 7
Views: 1155

starting problems

hello people, having problems with the old beast again!! and that problem is starting!! it seems that if i leave her over night the battery is dead, but im puzzeled as this is inconsistent some days good some bad!!! i have a amp and a hefty sub in the back, thought it was that, but have taken the fu...
by loz
16 Aug 2009, 14:25
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: leisure battery help
Replies: 1
Views: 741

leisure battery help

im trying to set up my leisure battery n neeed some advice. my starter battery is connected with a set of wires, (i imagine a set, as haven't cut the rubber tube covering them, so i'm assuming that there is more than one wire underneath????) im looking to connect up my cd player and maybe the interi...
by loz
05 Aug 2009, 15:02
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: subaru questions
Replies: 3
Views: 1641

Re: subaru questions

no doubt about that, just wanted to see if anyone could give a guess at what i might be looking to pay??

have you just fitted the engine, or have upgraded brakes, suspension etc aswell?? in other words will the stock parts be able to keep with the boost in power??
by loz
03 Aug 2009, 22:16
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: subaru questions
Replies: 3
Views: 1641

subaru questions

hey ppl just a few questions, hope u can shine a light.... when upgrading an engine, say a ej22, and your looking to get the best performance out of the engine and vehicle, what else needs upgrading?? also what upgrades have people done to their scooby engines?? what are the insurance guys like with...
by loz
15 Jun 2009, 16:55
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: interior lighting
Replies: 8
Views: 1391

Re: interior lighting

now i have a lesiure battery and relay etc, im looking for lights to hook up. im i right in thinking that they need to be 12v lights? could anyone explain? i like the idea of the small deck lights, but they seem small, and havnt seen any in the flesh, do they produce a good amount of light?? if anyo...
by loz
14 Jun 2009, 11:24
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: interior lighting
Replies: 8
Views: 1391

Re: interior lighting

so i will be able to wire up a socket, aslong as its a 12v??? will be hard to use a 'house hold' socket so get a 'special' type from a caravan shop??? my writing is trebbile 2day, a wee hangover can really mess ur skills ups!! i bought a leisure battery, numax 100am, which lucky fitted under the pas...
by loz
12 Jun 2009, 17:31
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: interior lighting
Replies: 8
Views: 1391

Re: interior lighting

thanks for the replys guys, i love this site, everyone seem so willing to help!!!!! i should be getting a 110 am leisure battery tomorrow, and hook up a switch rely thingy, im i rite in thinking that there will be the battery then wires from the + to the distribution block (a multiple one) and then ...
by loz
11 Jun 2009, 16:23
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: interior lighting
Replies: 8
Views: 1391

interior lighting

im working on converting a panel van to a camper, would like some help with the rear interior light. is it possible to connected a new set of wire's to the rear light wires to created a new light in the middle of the van?? or would i have to set a whole new wiring thing from the battery??? have no i...
by loz
08 Jun 2009, 13:31
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: conversion help!
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

Re: conversion help!

so your saying that once you have stuck the carpet to metal its hard to get off, and then hard to refit because of the past carpet leaving something behind or lack of funds and time???? thinking of leaving the corner (roof and wall) to be covered with just carpet, so there will be a small part not p...
by loz
07 Jun 2009, 16:47
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: conversion help!
Replies: 5
Views: 1068

conversion help!

hello clubbers! have started to convert my panel van, using 3.6mm plywood to panel the inside to the van. we have done the sliding door and floor, both have been fine and pleased with the outcome. now the problem we are facing now getting a nice finish on the corners, where the wall meets the ceilin...
by loz
13 May 2009, 09:34
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: paneling
Replies: 2
Views: 922

paneling

hi all, i have a 87 panel van, and looking to convert to a camper/weekend/chill out wondervan! my rnr bed is being delivered, if only i stayed in, would of had it by now, where im i goin? oh right, paneling, insulating. i have the basic knowledge of insulation, my plan is to use blocks of fiberglass...