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It is unlikely that more than one light is playing up at a time, even more unlikely that you have a couple of wires rubbed together causing both to have switched power at the same time,...

Yep good call the trailer wiring can get damaged and get water, dirt etc in it, if the above has not worked clean up the rear wiring and seal it. Then look for the flasher unit as they do fail with...

You either have a problem with your hazard light switch or possibly a problem with your trailer plug wiring.

Try pushing in the hazard switch a few times and see if it comes good.

Check the...

If you are running a 12 volt fridge you probably want a bit more than 120 watt. I have two 130 watt panels on my caravan. You are better off with two smaller panels than one large one (say 250 w) ...

80 - 120 watt would be heaps but make sure you do your research you get what you pay for and get a good regulator

I've been working with new cars for the last 15 years and I don't think running in as per the old school procedures is necessary. I'm a firm believer in giving a new engine plenty of stick, but under...

load is the best way to bed everything in. I would just drop the oil after 500 and change the filters and she should be right.

was only 3 yrs ao or so when i was told about the running in period so gather still important not to much would have changed since then you would think

How many KM did the motor have on it when it blew? If you have to tow the van right a way then Id just take it REALLY easy.. Towing a heavy Van behind a early ZD30 will likely never end well...
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I gather that running in has become less important as engine design and manufacture improves.

If I were in your shoes, I'd use the new engine as an excuse to go for a run without the 'van, and...

one more thing i was told the run in period was 1000-1500 kms

Towing a van involves putting you foot down alot more than normal.
So if the new parts especially the rings and bearing have not had a chance to bed in, then I would err on the side caution.
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i know when i worked as a mechanic for a little bit i was told that the new cars needed to been run in before u could get up them so i guess wud be same for towing as it puts strain on the motor

2003 shouldnt have the water cooled turbo, but there is a sender at top of the engine at the front. Also drivers side down low is the oil cooler. Couple of places to try.

Normally divide the amount of litres by the kilometres travelled on a tank and multiply by 100