Archive for Self Build

Frozen Pipes Update

by: Gromett February 4, 2012

Just spoke to Shaun at http://www.tank.me who fitted my underslung tanks.  He is sending me a straight through connector.  I must recommend Shaun yet again for his exceptional service and great price. I have just crawled under the van (Yes in the snow) and cut the pipe right next to where it exits the floor [...]

One side of the van pretty much finished and new decals on order.

by: Gromett November 1, 2011

I have finished vinyl wrapping most of one side of the van.  There are very small bit still to do but these are not of immediate importance. I have re-sprayed all the plastic trim and ordered a new decal   These will run for most of the sliding door and back panel and the same [...]

Making progress on the rewire

by: Gromett October 27, 2011

I am rewiring the van for a couple of reasons.  Firstly I have a new fuse box that is bigger than the old one, this will allow me to remove the extra fuse box that is dedicated to the boiler. Secondly,  The current fuse box is under the table and prevents that space from being [...]

Bit more work done, massive thunderstorm and plans have changed

by: Gromett October 25, 2011

Well my travel companion for the trip down to Spain has had to pull out due to vehicle difficulties.  I am a bit disappointed to be honest as I was looking forward to the trip. But being the eternal optimist I am looking for the silver lining.   I am therefore postponing setting off for 2 [...]

Nice day today so last big panel vinyl wrapped

by: Gromett October 23, 2011

The big flat panels are actually harder to do solo than the complex panels like the bonnet and the wings.  If I wanted to do this on a newer van and wanted a fully professional finish I would have two people on the job.  It’s not really possible to get a perfect finish in a [...]