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Can't wait togo back, we'll be heading through there around December, fingers crossed we should find the time to drop in

Thankyou so much for watching! I'm glad yiu enjoyed it

Hi Tanya, thanks for watching and thanks so much for your feedback. I have been trying to get a hold of some suitable music so I can change it up and I plan to make some improvements on future videos, please bear with me :). Again, thanks for watching

Thanks for watching Tanya, I’m working on getting some more music, it’s hard to find good, royalty-free songs that suit the mood. What was it about the music that didn’t appeal? Too heavy? I could try some more acoustic guitar sort of stuff? Let me know what you think, much appreciated

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Hi Anthony, I've knocked up a quick diagram but not sure how to get it to you mate. I might need to make a quick video... Otherwise I could email it to you

@@dreamtripaus you're a legend mate. I found your Instagram page, ill DM you in there for the diagram.

@@dreamtripaus you're a legend mate. i found your instagram, ill DM you there for the diagram. prob easiest way.

@@dreamtripaus you’re a legend mate! I found your instagram, I’ll DM you through that prob easiest way.

Thanks Karen, thanks for watching I’m glad you enjoyed it!

Hey! I use GoPro cameras, I have two, a Hero 12 with the Media mod that I use for 90% of the footage. I have another Hero 7 that I use for secondary stuff and underwater and a DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone. That's it. I would love to get a decent digital camera and lenses for more of the nature/wildlife shots one day. In post I've used mostly iMovie (Mac) but I'm now using Final Cut Pro. Both very easy to use and have great work-flow meaning I can get videos edited pretty quickly. If you're a Mac user I would highly recommend using iMovie until you push the feature boundary and then move to Final Cut Pro, it's a pretty mild learning curve and the feature set of FCP is outstanding (in my humble opinion).

@@dreamtripaus Thanks mate. That’s a great explanation. I would definitely give Hero 12/13 a go to shoot. :) And, also thanks for sharing the details of editing process. Appreciate it :)

Hey mate!! It's funny you should ask, we've just been talking about heading up July 2025. Need to line up a few ducks to make it work but reach out a bit closer to the date and we can chat!!

Hey mate, so sorry for the late response. I have done it before but I apologise I simply cannot remember now. I did speak to the support guys at Projecta, they answer the phone every time and are very good to deal with. I would highly recommend giving them a call. Sorry I couldn't;t be more help...

Thanks heaps mate! We're running the same tyres too, they've not missed a beat!

Hey there, sorry for the late reply! I've just checked, the tank is slightly larger than 5 litres, certainly not 10l so you could take my estimates and halve them!

@@dreamtripaus awsome thanks for that 🙌🏼

And how you tie it down to travel.

Ah yes good point! Packing up is probably the harder part. My tip for packing up: 1. Where possible do it with two people! 2. If you have a self-inflating mattress, squeeze the air out of it first, then flatten out and roll up all together. Next time we get the swags out I'll make a follow up video! Thanks for watching Renae

Awesome thanks 😊

Adding an extra battery is not overly complicated. It is important to consider cable sizes though to ensure you get the right performance. I'm not sure what you mean by 'dedicated to a compressor fridge' though? Is the intention to isolate the second battery from the rest of the caravan so that it only feeds the fridge? Do you still want it connected to your charging equipment (ie solar panels, DCDC charger and ACDC Charger)?

Hi there, from what I've read the Shunt does not come standard with the PM300. Some of the newer Jayco All-Terrain caravans come standard with the Shunt as they are also supplied with an inverter. Are you planning on running an inverter?

@@dreamtripaus Maybe in the future but for now I'll go without. I think for now I will just try and match a portable panel as close as I can to the fixed one and hook it in parallel directly the the solar inout in the PM300. It'd be good it there was two solar inputs. I have been told to not connect a portable panel top the car charging plug (even with a regulator), it won't work properly.

Yes that's correct, the car charging plug will not be as regulated as the solar input. The solar input has a solar regulator in line to deal with the fluctuating voltages from solar panels. I think you're right, the best bet will be to wire in an extra connection parallel with your existing (fixed) solar panel. The only real consideration is ensuring your solar regulator can handle the extra input power. The Solar regulator on the PM300 is rated to 30A input capable of charging up to 20A. If you already have a 200watt panel (operating at roughly around 20volts x 10amps) then connecting another 200watts of solar should be fine.

@@dreamtripaus Picked up the new van on Friday and it did come with the shunt installed. So I am pretty happy about that. I do have a different screen to yours though, so I will have to work that part out. Unsure if I should parallel up the portable panel or connect it to the shunt. I will have to work that out.

Mate my pleasure, I figure I spend so much time working this stuff out, idc I can make it easier for the next people then why not! Yell out if I can help with anything!

Hey thanks heaps for watching! Yes I have a swagging tool at home but it's much too big to carry with me when we're travelling. Sometimes you make the most of what you have at hand, especially when in remote locations.

@@dreamtripaus nice,does the % unit still work and is accurate?

​@dreamtripaus no worries but iv seen first hand our neighbour try to pull 240amps through a 70mm cable with a hammered on crimp and bascicly caught fire,and smoke damaged part of the van,high dc amperage need a proper crimper tool and skill or don't do it period,you don't wanna be responsible for people's vans burning down because you show terminating a lug via mutigrips,pls don not take offence,I love the vid peace.

No offence taken :) I appreciate the comments, the more people we have helping the better! I would like to reiterate too that I strongly recommend having an experienced and appropriately certified installer undertake any works if anyone has any doubts in their own abilities. You're 100% correct, these are extremely high currents and safety should be number 1 priority.

Thank you! Will do!

Glad you enjoyed it Thanks so much for watching!

Oh I'm so jealous! Enjoy your time there, the place is stunning!

So glad you enjoyed not, thanks for watching

Practically, it's not much more work than any other shunt but I must agree, when it comes to working out the display/app, I would rather something more user friendly. If it were cost effective I'd probably go for something more bespoke/modular but having the Projecta system already installed it is was not a viable option to replace it. I have used other brands in the past and have a Victron smart shunt in the car which works really well and In was hoping that this would present better at the LCD display. Perhaps in another update they will make the display more user friendly... What shunt do you think you will use?

That is exactly why I do it! I love strolling down memory lane. I also love the thought of going back, what we would see and do when we get there! Can't wait

That is awesome! Thanks so much for watching! It's such a magical place, I love sharing it with people. Really can't wait to go back!

Hi there, I haven't encountered this exact problem but I have had issues ion the past. I called the Project support line, they answered straight away and solved my problems over the phone. I highly recommend giving them a call 1800 422 422, they were very helpful!

I give full credit to Wiki camps and its users! We would have driven straight past this one if it weren't for them! Its definitely not the most amazing spot on there Gibb River Road but quite unique. I would love to see it in the wet season, it would be a raging waterfall!

It’s such a great adventure! We were there from the 1st of June 2023

Thanks so much for watching Marg! I’m glad you liked it.

Glad you liked it, thanks so much for watching!!

Hi David, apologies for taking so long to reply! I've been trying to figure this one out. We have added 2 x panels to the roof and have those going direct into an additional regulator (aside from the reg in the PM335). This regulator is wired positive direct to one side of the battery bank and the neg to the load side of the shunt so it can calculate the additional input. The Anderson plug on the chassis is still wired (from factory) to the PM335, this too is connected in the same way to the battery bank via the shunt.

@@dreamtripaus Thanks for replying I will be setting my new layout next week same as your set up but my extra solar will be two 200w portable solar blankets.

Thanks heaps Robert I'll check them out. We've been looking for something that can pretty much live in the back of the car with a hose and tap arrangement so we don't have to lift it out. Especially when we're doing trips with the swags!

Thanks for watching mate. I had thought about coming through the floor but I was concerned about being able to seal it when not in use to keep dust out while driving. When it rains we can put the awning out. If the wind is blowing rain into the hatch I have taped a tarp over the hatch. I’m thinking of putting a strip of sail track above the hatch and some press studs down each side and making a flap that can go over. But, for the few times we’ll find ourselves in that situation it may be enough to just tape a tarp over the hatch for now!

Thanks for watching mate!

I will say the after sales service has been second to none!! We took our van back in after 18 months of full time travel and they replaced all the stuff we broke, even the wear and tear on the sofa cushions, all under warranty! I can’t sing their praises enough! They have been awesome! Even while we were travelling they had branches everywhere so getting parts was a breeze. All you have to do is quote the chassis number and walk out with the part you need. They even gave us a new plug for the sink for free!

Watch for quality control issues and very lightweight chipboard/fibre cupboards that can have durability issues. Jayco are built to a price point and this can affect some vans Also watch out for very nasty access holes in your floor as Jayco are terrible at sealing these and don’t put much effort in this area. My opinion only!

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

Thanks for watching mate!

That’s a great idea! They do come with those little straps!

Thank you so much 😀

@@dreamtripaus I have found some issues with your videos. I think if you fix these issues you may get more views and subscribers.

It’s awesome! We didn’t get a single bit if dustin, just love it! We’ve done a video on how good it’s handled the road! We had to re-grease the suspension but that’s it!

@@dreamtripaus that’s good news we want to start travelling soon

Fantastic! I hope it all works out!

Yeah we're keen as to get back top into the high country! Planning a trip for later this year with a few others, should be awesome!

The BMS connects to the load side of the shunt. The only thing that connects to the negative terminal in the battery is the shunt.

Thank you! You too!

Yes that's correct, the load is measured via the current on the negative leg. The positive connects direct to the battery.

Yes Agnes Water has got to be up there with one of the places I reckon I cold settle down in!!

Thankyou! Glad I could help

Thankyou so much for the kind words!!

I’d be tempted to say it was my favourite part of the lap! Can’t wait to go back!