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It would always be recommended to plug it directly into the wall since otherwise you would be effectively chaining several extension leads (and therefore plug connections) together. The desk is in effect an extension lead (albeit with just one socket) and most users would almost certainly put an extension lead into the cable tray so that's two extension leads right of the bat. If distance from the mains socket is an issue then it would be best to get a longer properly rated (i.e. thicker cores) power lead. Thankyou for the comment though it's a good point to raise for other people.

Nerves got the better of me when I flew to Sweden to a company event in 2023 where I was filming, so I took my smaller 350 Pro-Tactic. Which was very tight for space. Last year in 2023 I travelled with it to another company event and after thoroughly checking the rules I took the 450 and it was accepted for travel and fitted in the overhead lockers ok. It will definitely NOT fit under seats and I was careful on the weight focusing on the expensive , lower weight and bulkier items. I also removed the waist band and put that in my hold luggage which saves a little weight. Of course different airlines have different policies (or officious staff on the day) so its always a risk they could insist on it going into the hold at the last minute. An alternative is to check the multi bag policy and have two bags since I find something like the LowePro slingshot is more functional for day trips so I often take that along as well anyway.

@@DTSquared Thank you so much! It is a great bag but not suitable for every type of air travel I guess. I need to find something a bit lighter to save some weight.

I feel for you. I think they'd be better off not offering any coupon codes rather than ones that don't work or are too restrictive.

The tool is still in the kit and I do mention it in the video. It comes in two parts the bit that goes in the drill and then an orange handle that it can attache to. I also point out that it's probably not practical to put a lot of pegs in with the provided tool as that would take quite a while.

Thanks Keith glad you liked the marker light protector. I've just posted it on Thingiverse and updated the description on the original video to include the link. But here's the link to save you having to go find the vid. www.thingiverse.com/thing:6684410

Thankyou :)

Thankyou. No the shunt can't measure generation at the same time as usage (i.e. if you have a solar panel in circuit). It will only measure the net loss or gain. Which is a benefit since otherwise it would not be able to keep track of the batteries state of charge. If you have a smart solar controller then that could measure the generated current and by combining the data from both devices you could know the current used, generated and subtracted (I.e. deficit in the battery). Ideally the victron shunt and solar controller, which do communicate, should record data from both devices and do the maths but unfortunately they don't. (Hence the video title.)

​@DTSquared thanks. Makes sense.

Hi Dan, I think I remember you mentioning it in a video. I have tried feeding rather awning from the back end once before, but never again 🤣 Looks like the marker light on your new Alicanto is a different profile and closer to the rail so my Ramp wouldn't work. It's like Bailey is trying to support the spare marker lights industry. Dave

@@DTSquared you know, i didnt even consider the new one had different markers, I assumed they'd all be from the same bin of bits. I know the Ridgeway had the same as yours - ill have to check this out and see if I can pull it from the front from now... Good shout!!

Don't blame me if it falls off🤣

Thanks I'm glad you like the moving shots, they take a lot more effort to get but I enjoy them. The extending slider is the Moza SlyPod Pro. It's basically like a monopod but motorised and heavier, it has a detachable tripod base so you can use it to do vertical lift type shots as well as sliding out to do horizontal shots or other angles if attached to a full tripod. Definitely much more compact than the traditional slider that I used to use, which came in a case about 100x30x10cm and once setup was a real pain to carry around sites. Like most devices these days it connects to an app so you can control how fast it extends, start stop points and all that fun stuff. EDIT : Just noticed your channel, I also did a review of one of the ATEM MINIs a few years back when I setup a multicam system during lockdown for a friend who teaches music :)

@@DTSquared that was my first attempt at YT. i have a second one that is doing slightly better. but for now i mostly work for other creators. tomorrow is my last day with a channel that has almost 450k subs atm. not sure what my next move will be, but i will be doing content in some way.

Thanks, Gaz. glad you liked the marker light idea. In terms of the lock'n'level, we pretty much always use it. Partly because even on a flat pitch, it's often not perfectly level, and the LnL allows millimetre adjustment (up) so can get the van perfectly level so the sink drains, etc. Also, the gravel was quite deep, so it wasn't as level as you might think. More importantly, the LnL is the only way we can fit both ALKO locks without jacking the van up. But you are correct it was almost entirely deflated. Dave

Hi Dave, great idea with the marker light, I saw your original video creating the wooden version however I am to woodworking what chubby brown is to subtlety! I do however have a 3d printer and would be eternally grateful if I could have the.stl file please?

Glad you enjoyed the video Stewart. Injured shoulder is a good reason for a marker light protector. I'll see what other reasons come up before deciding the winner. Best of luck and hope your shoulder is better soon. I did something similar a few years back and know how painful it can be. Dave

Th MiRider 24 GB3 looks interesting and the 24inch wheels will certainly make it more comfortable and stable over longer rides or rougher terrain. I'm surprised that they have stuck with the gearless approach on this model, it made some sense on the folding bike to save weight and more importantly no vulnerable derailleurs when folding. And folding bikes are usually for commuting and shorter trips. But the 24 GB3 looks better suited for longer rides and tougher terrains where gears may be more useful. I'm sure you'll really enjoy it though, electric bikes really are a great way to get more out of cycling.

​It has 3 gears... That's why it's gb3.. they are releasing 2 of these...​@@DTSquared

You're welcome 😊

I'm not sure. I suspect the issue of running the BBQ for pong enough on gas will be the greater problem. But I'll see if I can find some to try.

Lol

It's obviously safest to not to exceed the maximum weight restriction so I wouldn't suggest you do that. But before you look for alternatives have you checked the bike's weight without the front wheel? This would potentially reduce the weight by 1 or 2 kilos, possibly more. Also unless you have a dropper post, you could consider removing the saddle (and post) when putting the hike on the roof. Failing that you may need to consider alternatives such as rear mounted carriers as most of the roof carriers max out at 18kg. Please let me know if you do find one that solves your problem though. Best of luck.

Thank you. Yes I think I'll be swapping to Mayday before the start of the next season.

Thank you Amy, I'm glad you liked the video. I don't think I've seen Homefi, but have seen a similar product in the UK. Thank you for pointing it out. Having the ability to connect to any available network is certainly one of the best ways to guarantee signal if you are travelling a lot.

Glad you found the video helpful and enjoyed your stay.

lol Well you know what they say. "If you want to go anywhere take a Land Rover. If you want to come back again take a Land Cruiser" 🤣. More seriously though I did wonder if the extra current for the caravan added to it's downfall but we never tend to tow with the fridge on. Not for any particular reason just neve got into the habit. We have BIG road trip with the caravan coming up so I'm glad it happened before that, but at the end of the day it's all part of the adventure.

Thankyou so much

Hi Andrew, I haven't set up a VPN on the Avtex yet, may do in the future and if so will make a video of the process. There is a video of this on the prior model on the Trudgeons' channel here ua-cam.com/video/ICNUbRfgiFU/v-deo.htmlsi=G1m750XYI_Fra63J Hope that helps.

You're very welcome. Glad you found it useful.

I'm glad you liked the review and thankyou for reminding me to post the 3D-print information. You can download the design on thingiverse here. www.thingiverse.com/thing:6661308

I agree, it's a shame when companies do things to promote their brand which can actually put you off them.

I hadn't seen the wooden boot stand before. Certainly looks like it would help keep the bike stable when travelling. Thanks for the information.

@@DTSquared It does....and stops it opening up during travel and when lifting in and out of a vehicle.

Four !?!?! I'm trying to get my head around how that works 🤣Glad you found the video helpful though.

Not my app, I just made the video. But I'll pass it along thank you.

Thank you glad you liked it. My monitor is 30inch (diagonal) and the wobble hasn't been a problem (apart from when I make it wobble by drumming on the desk, but it stops when I tell myself off 🤣). If you are using the double arm then I'm not sure how much you could move the mount to one side. I have my desk about 4inches from the wall (distance makes the lighting effect better on my wood veneer panels.) With that gap I can get the lower arm section pointing straight back. I'm not sure if the lower weight would make much difference. There's an argument to say that a lighter monitor has less inertia and so could wobble more. But I suspect the difference would be very marginal either way.)

@@DTSquared Thanks for the added info, very helpful!

Using your mobile phone, as I said in my video, is certainly the lowest cost option for having WiFi on site . . . if you can get signal. In low signal areas it's the least reliable. In the few months since fitting the Avtex unit we have already stayed at several sites where our mobile phones could not get a reliable internet connection. But the Avtex, on the same provider could.

Hi yes I'm aware, someone else had already pointed it out in the comments. The main reason for mentioning tents re C&MC was that a lot do not allow tents and so the camping club makes more sense if choosing a club to join. Also a lot of CLs are less suitable for tents.

You're welcome :)

Thank you.

Bought the green positioning cap and was able to adjust and fits in now 😄 so again thanks for this informative video

Hi Scott, Glad you liked the video. I haven't changed anything in terms of the car to van charging. There is a product from Sterling Power called the "Wildside" which amongst other things controls/boosts the voltage to ensure that sufficient voltage reaches the battery. It also has Lithium charging profiles I believe. I haven't fitted one because for our typical holidays we wouldn't be usually making that many site to site trips. So for almost all towing journeys the battery will already be full (just left home) or not need to be full (about to be put back in storage). We are about to embark on a major trip this year which has TEN campsites but all of those have mains hookup so again charging between sites is not really a major requirement. Also worth bearing in mind the likely charge rate from the car using the existing cabling and that the solar on the roof will be charging whilst driving anyway. You can also get B2B chargers from Victron and others but from my initial research the Wildside is more appropriate for caravans. Hope that helps.

@DTSquared Thanks for the info, do you not have your fridge on battery when travelling to site, fogstar told me it wouldn't be a problem, as the bms would stop charging anyway, lots of info out there some not correct i believe. its same with, the caravan charger, they told me it would be ok and not need a lithium one as the solar charger would finish it off.

Yes it also detects the voltage as without it the shunt would only be able to measure the voltage across the shunt which is not the same thing as the battery voltage.

Thanks Pete, we did get away in the end so all worked out. Glad you found it useful.

Thank you

I know what you mean about the AA prices. They kept putting me in a higher tier as a thank you for being a long-term member. (And charging me more for the privilege!!!)

If you are in a static caravan that you are renting then putting something like the Avtex on the roof probably isn't an option. Your best best will be something temporary, that may include getting a different SIM during your stay. I covered all the options for getting good WiFi from basic low cost to fitted more expensive systems like the Avtex in this video. ua-cam.com/video/pfQcxJVbUsg/v-deo.html Hope it helps.

Hi , thankyou for the reply . I bought it for family but the kids get bored . I've spent hours trying to find what I need .

Hi, if you have "INT" and "EXT" labels on the control panel then you will almost certainly have an onboard water tank in ADDITION to the temporary external tank (usually an aqua roll or similar). If you switch to INT then you should hear the pump running in the onboard tank (it's easy to hear as it is inside the van). Unless you've filled the tank up it will likely be running dry. The EXT setting turns on the external pump but you will have to have plugged it into the side of the van (as you should see in my video). If the external pump is plugged in but not running then check the contacts as I showed in my video. Good luck.

Yes I'm thinking of doubling up on cover myself.

As in lock in place? I think so from memory but I'm not near the unit to test it. I use SD slots so often that I'm pretty sure I'd have noticed if it didn't. I have had other SD card slots where it clicks in place and will auto eject when pressed, BUT it is also possible to just pull the card out.

Hi, did you manage to resolve this? We cannot get ours to work and are not convinced that the SIM card is in the right way round or has clicked in far enough. Thanks for any help.

@KarenSavery-im5bt Hi, I can confirm the sims need to click into place. Insert the cut corner in first with the chip facing the middle of the router and give a firm push until you feel it click.

@@anthonysharp4404 Thank you so much, did not realise that it had to go in lower than the router surface but used my nail and now clicked in fully. We’ve only been trying 2 hours to get this working 😂😂

We have a big euro trip coming up and will take out clubs Red Pennant insurance for that. My parents have used it in the past and it has been very good (though that was a while back now.) A bolt on option certainly would make sense.

@@DTSquared Dave (and all). Somewhat connected, but something to be aware of. A friend of mine had "Fully Comp European cover" on a motorhome, which was explicit on the cover of the policy certificate. However, on page 6 of the small print, it stated that the policy cover was "the minimum required in that country", which meant they only have third party..... Just something to be aware of. BTW. Hope you're well..

No warranty on the Land Cruiser but our local garage got a part in and had it fixed the next day (a Saturday) . Cost about £360 in total I think.

Thank you. I'm glad you liked it. I haven't had any power related issues at all with the built in power delivery on the desk (or the 8 gang extension lead I added in the cable tray, just in case that's the one you meant.) I think I did read about some people, that had had some issues with tripping RCDs, but if I remember correctly, it was earlier versions or a specific batch issue. (Though that is just from memory of a Redit post.) Mine has certainly been trouble-free.

Thank you. I really appreciate you taking the time to show your support.😊