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What Does โ€œCable Size in mm2โ€ Mean?

Cable size is determined by the cross-sectional area of the copper core inside the insulation.

QUESTION: What does 8mm2 cable size mean – the copper core diameter is 8mm when the insulation is removed? Or something else?

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What Safety Communications Devices Are Must-Haves?

Irium Extreme satellite phone. A vital safety communications device when remote travelling.

QUESTION: Would you weigh in for what safety communications devices are โ€œmust-havesโ€ when travelling to remote & outback places in Australia?

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Isuzu NPS 75/155 – Did You Change All 4 Shock Absorbers or Just The Front?

Isuzu NPS shock absorber mounted on the front left.

QUESTION: Did you change all four shock absorbers for a better ride, or only the front? And what tyre pressures for rough corrugations?

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What Are The Specs to Run Hema Maps on iPad?

A screenshot of the Hema 4WD Maps app running on an iPad. Hema Maps on iPad.

QUESTION: What are the recommended iPad specifications to run Hema Maps on iPad? We clear up the confusion about which iPad is suitable.

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Can I Join 2 Portable Solar Panels Together To Charge Batteries?

A portable solar panel facing the sun.

QUESTION: Can I join 2 portable solar panels together with an adaptor and then connect directly into my two 100ah batteries?

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Are Tyre Plugs Legal? Clearing Up The Confusion Around Tyre Plug Repair Kits

Are tyre plugs legal? The repairable tread area of a typical tyre.

QUESTION: Are tyre plugs legal? A tyre dealer told me theyโ€™re illegal and that I had to replace the tyre. Is this true?

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How Often Do I Need To Do A Manual Particulate Filter Burn, Isuzu NPS?

The instructions for the diesel particulate filter (diffuser) or DPD on a 2016 Isuzu NPS.

How Often Do I Need To Do A Manual Particulate Filter Burn On An Isuzu NPS? Geoff, WA QUESTION: I bought a second hand Isuzu … Read more

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Isuzu NPS Fuel Economy – What Should I Expect?

Our Isuzu NPS fuel economy is around 18-20 l/100km. Many factors influence this fuel consumption figure.

Isuzu NPS Fuel Economy – What Should I Expect? QUESTION: Many people have asked about our Isuzu NPS fuel consumption. A lot of factors influence … Read more

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Details of Wedgetail Camper Brace Pole Added Over Doorway Awning?

Wedgetail Camper brace pole runs horizontally above the steps. We added this to support the awning over the stairs. It was bending in during strong winds.

QUESTION: Can you please provide photos of the Wedgetail Camper brace pole you added over the doorway awning, with close-ups of the ends?

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What Are The Legal Axle Weights On An Isuzu NPS 75-155?

What are the legal axle weights for an Isuzu NPS 75-155?

What Are The Legal Axle Weights On An Isuzu NPS 75-155 Dual Cab? Dave, Bendigo Vic QUESTION: I’m thinking of buying an Isuzu NPS 75-155 … Read more

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