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I know it might be a real pain but have you considered turning the fridge / freezer off for a 24 hour period to see if it is the culprit in terms of excessive power use? With so few demands on the batteries, the loss over 24 hours should hardly register. If the loss is significant without the fridge connected you may have further investigation ahead of you.

If it is the fridge / freezer, try running it as a fridge only (no freezer) and see how that goes over a 24 hour period. Freezers typically place great demands on your valuable power source.

Ambient temperature will be another variable you can't control. We can go for ages in Tassie without seeking out a 240v connection. It's quite a different story in the tropics.


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We only use the sink tap water for filling the kettle for a cup of tea or coffee so water is always boiled before drinking.


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We have a Mk5 with the plumbing that supports drawing water from an alternate source. We travel with a Jerry can of water (not necessarily potable) stored near the alternate source inlet found below the hand pump fitting. A short length of hose with an inline filter draws water from the Jerry can for showering. The Jerry can is filled with whatever is available including river and bore water. This allows us to preserve our precious drinking water and avoids placing undue strain on the water pump. Once showered it is recommended to run the sink tap to clear the poorer quality water from the plumbing before drinking. No water from the alternate source ends up in the water tank.


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Quote from: Rob-C on May 24, 2018, 08:47:10 PM
Hi all.
I"m considering ordering a new Tvan scout. I drive a Prado 150 with a fridge and draws in the back. I'm told that you don't not need to get the draw bar extended as parking your vehicle on a slight angle will enable the rear door of the Prado to be opened. I've seen on other blogs that it has to be at 45 degrees to enable it to open.  Can someone clarify this? If that"s the case I would rather pay to have a draw bar extension in the build.
If I get the draw bar extension in the build, do they simply bolt on a sleeve type scenario, do they weld extra length to the standard drawbar (have experience with welds cracking over long periods of corregations) or do they actually provide a longer drawbar? 
Also getting the longer drawbar would obviously put more weight on the axle. Do you need to get the axle upgrade if you get a drawbar extension?
Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through a similar exercise.
Cheers

Early model Tvans came with a shorter draw bar that from recollection was extended in length to accomodate the draw bar mounted storage box that is commonplace across most of the models these days. There is an extension option for those earlier models but I haven't heard of a draw bar extension for recent Tvan models.

If you are considering buying a Scout, why not shift the fridge from your vehicle to the front storage box on the Tvan making it more accessible when cooking up a storm around the kitchen? You could then pack items you need less frequently in the space remaining in the Prado.

The Prado / Tvan is a great go anywhere touring combination and popular with forum members. Can't say I've heard of anyone doing axle upgrades because they were towing a Tvan but others might have something to add on this matter.


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Sold. Sad to see our Tvan that has served as well go to a new family but excited to get our new Scout in June.


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Quote from: leachy_9 on July 21, 2017, 01:52:30 PM
The issue I have with Lemon Caravan group is there is no disclosure of why a manufacturer has been added to the list and is done purely at the discretion of the administrator, who has a personal vendetta against one manufacturer in particular. While there have been some issues with Track products over the years, I'm not aware of anything that would warrant them being added to a lemon list and for the most part I think they provide reasonable, post sales, service and support. Unlike some of the other major manufactures Track does not run it's own, controlled, forum, where it could censer bad press. Rather all the Track related forums and groups are run independant of Track, so the public get the warts and all version.

I also looked into the Lemon group and was concerned about their membership criteria. They appear to specifically preclude manufacturers who have no right of reply. Decided the group was a magnet for wingers and did not offer a balanced view. Haven't been back.

Our Tvan has exceeded expectations in terms of reliability and durability. Happy to recommend the Tvan and Track Trailer products in general.


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Quote from: Gumb on March 08, 2018, 02:31:58 PM
I have friends looking for a Tvan.....where are you located, I can't see it in the posts ?

Melbourne suburbs


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Price dropped to $27,750 to encourage a quick sale.


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Quote from: Gumb on March 02, 2018, 04:49:15 PM
For what it's worth and just my 2c but I didn't try matching the Firetail wheels to our NX Paj. It makes the van too model specific and could effect resale down the track. I just went with their standard set up.

Bit confused about your comment regarding the wheel set up being too model specific. The standard set up will also be vehicle specific - I think the default is 6 stud 16" diameter rims - not sure of the offsets. Doesn't suit my Prado so have asked for matching rims and BFG K02s. Means we have two spares across the six on the ground across the Prado and Tvan.


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Quote from: chris_a on February 27, 2018, 08:52:14 PM
$29,750 ono

It's all set up for that winter migration to Cape York, the Gulf, Kakadu, the Kimberley region, Central Australia, the Pilbara ....

It's time to move on from our much loved Tvan. It has served us unbelievably well and without fault. Over the years it has been regularly serviced by Track Trailer at their facilities in Bayswater (including new brakes and wheel bearings as required). New Cooper tyres and Sunraysia wheels were fitted about 18 months ago. New rear deck springs were installed at the same time. It is registered through to November.

Kitchen:

Classic kitchen with stainless steel, slide-out 2 burner kitchen, including sink and plumbed water, 2 x 4kg gas bottles, 12V merit plug beside kitchen locker, separate LED light for over kitchen

Power:

50W rooftop solar panel
MPPT charger
Battery charger
Battery power display
3 x internal merit plugs
2 x external merit plugs
2 x 120Ah AGM deep cycle batteries

Interior Refinements:

Roof storage system
Side wall storage pockets
3 speed fan with timer
Fabric lined bed head and roof over bed
Bed tie down rails (pair)
Full length underbed lockable Drifter drawers (carpet lined)

Water:

70L water tank
Electric pumped water to kitchen
External hand pump beside rear hatch
Portable Companion Aquacube hot water system

Tent & Canvas Expansions:

Rear insect screen (30 second setup)
Ensuite tent

Outdoor Living:

Sail awning
Awning roof, kitchen end wall
Separate 2nd end wall with window upgrade
Separate front wall with 2 x windows & door
Separate draught skirt

Wheels & Tyres:

3 x Sunraysia white steel wheels (Nissan Patrol offset)
3 x Cooper Discoverer S/T LT285/75/R16 tyres (have done around 12,000 kms)

Other Storage & Extras:

4 x Jerry cans storage
Maco Mule ratchet jockey with pneumatic tyre
Rear wood rack
Interior lights fitted with LED low power consumption bulbs
Rear light assemblies replaced with Narva LED waterproof units

Email: chris_a@outlook.com for enquiries.

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Same same - the ovi account was both an email address and account name I used but the email service was discontinued a while back. I then started the Chris_a account and find myself in between two accounts now - confusing for me let alone others.


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$29,750 ono

It's all set up for that winter migration to Cape York, the Gulf, Kakadu, the Kimberley region, Central Australia, the Pilbara ....

It's time to move on from our much loved Tvan. It has served us unbelievably well and without fault. Over the years it has been regularly serviced by Track Trailer at their facilities in Bayswater (including new brakes and wheel bearings as required). New Cooper tyres and Sunraysia wheels were fitted about 18 months ago. New rear deck springs were installed at the same time. It is registered through to November.

Kitchen:

Classic kitchen with stainless steel, slide-out 2 burner kitchen, including sink and plumbed water, 2 x 4kg gas bottles, 12V merit plug beside kitchen locker, separate LED light for over kitchen

Power:

50W rooftop solar panel
MPPT charger
Battery charger
Battery power display
3 x internal merit plugs
2 x external merit plugs
2 x 120Ah AGM deep cycle batteries

Interior Refinements:

Roof storage system
Side wall storage pockets
3 speed fan with timer
Fabric lined bed head and roof over bed
Bed tie down rails (pair)
Full length underbed lockable Drifter drawers (carpet lined)

Water:

70L water tank
Electric pumped water to kitchen
External hand pump beside rear hatch
Portable Companion Aquacube hot water system

Tent & Canvas Expansions:

Rear insect screen (30 second setup)
Ensuite tent

Outdoor Living:

Sail awning
Awning roof, kitchen end wall
Separate 2nd end wall with window upgrade
Separate front wall with 2 x windows & door
Separate draught skirt

Wheels & Tyres:

3 x Sunraysia white steel wheels (Nissan Patrol offset)
3 x Cooper Discoverer S/T LT285/75/R16 tyres (have done around 12,000 kms)

Other Storage & Extras:

4 x Jerry cans storage
Maco Mule ratchet jockey with pneumatic tyre
Rear wood rack
Interior lights fitted with LED low power consumption bulbs
Rear light assemblies replaced with Narva LED waterproof units

Email: chris_a@outlook.com for enquiries.