Jody's Van Thread

[Jody]

and it's not like it's a vehicle that's supposed to handle.....?!??

Being able to stop is always something of a plus point though IME.

My T6 is the 3.2 ton version so it comes with bigger brakes. Standard wheels are up from 16 to 17 inch to fit the discs. I've got Bilstein suspension all round which helps a bit with the handling, it's not a sports car though.

I believe mine is also a 3.2? Though it has 16 inch wheels. It also has Eibach springs on the back which I assume are an upgrade to help with towing ?

[Pirahna]

Being able to stop is always something of a plus point though IME.

My T6 is the 3.2 ton version so it comes with bigger brakes. Standard wheels are up from 16 to 17 inch to fit the discs. I've got Bilstein suspension all round which helps a bit with the handling, it's not a sports car though.

I believe mine is also a 3.2? Though it has 16 inch wheels. It also has Eibach springs on the back which I assume are an upgrade to help with towing ?

Lift the bonnet, stand facing the van in the left hand corner on the firewall is the sticker with the chassis number, and underneath the chassis number are the weight ratings. The top number will be either 3200kg, 3000kg or 2800kg.

[Jody]

3200kg

[Jody]

Another day and a half of the van and the progress is....

Bulkhead out and insulation 2.0


Split charging system moved from under double seat to drivers


Passenger seat folding hinge installed


First ceiling brace in


I've also replaced the 3rd brake light and finalised the instalation of the rear view camera.

I'm not completely sold on the ceiling brace, I have an idea to ponder...

[Couchy]

It’s never ending…..

[Pirahna]

On the rare occasion I kip in mine I use a lightweight air mat, otherwise it's a tent on a campsite.

[Couchy]

On the rare occasion I kip in mine I use a lightweight air mat, otherwise it's a tent on a campsite.

Had the poptop down and it’s fine for one but the full double with mattress downstairs is ace for two. Me too old to be uncomfy

[Pirahna]

I'm comfy in a tent. In the summer here I sleep outside every night, that's the best part of three months in a tent, best nights sleep ever. I have a small platform in the garden with a two person tent screwed to it, no flysheet, just the mesh inner, and a tarp in the trees for cover.

[Jody]

I've been pottering a bit with the can, but not much toy can really see.
We'll that was until yesterday when I finally got round to properly cleaning the roof. I washed the rest of the van while I was at it and it looked so good I decided it was time to fit the moon discs.


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I've got wheel spacers, chrome side bars and roof rails waiting for me when I get back to the UK in October

[Jody]

I finally attacked the carpet lining. I'm always nervous of jobs like this as I know they are difficult and can go very wrong!

I had to repair a hole in the sliding door panel first


Its far from perfect, but it's OK if you don't look





Unfortunately I am going to have to seel the van as my new job in Saint Tropez means it no longer works for me.
I paid £14,300, I've put well over £2k in parts and a lot of labour.
When I get to the UK in October, we'll be fitting a new steering wheel, so it'll have active cruise control. Plus side bars, roof bars, wheel spacers, rear spoiler and a few other bits. I'll put it on ebay with a start price of £14k

[Supermofo]

That's a bugger after all the work you've put in, good luck with the sale.

[Jody]

Despite having decided to sell it, there's still work to be done.

Today's task was curtains, both side windows, the rear window and one for behind the seats

[Jody]

Well, it's now for sale

Since last update, we've fitted

cruise control
Reversing camera
roof bars
side bars
Cap carpet mat
Heavy Duty floor Mat in Load area.
Automatic Gearbox service
Mudflaps
Wheel spacers

I'm hoping for sunshine tomorrow so I can give it a wash and get some decent pics.

I'll also be fitting a lining to the ceiling.

£18,500

I paid £14,300
£430 warranty claim
I've spent Over £3500 on materials and components. and spent a lot of time on it.

I genuinely think this is a great deal for someone, ready to go with all the right mods.
I'm not going to sell it for less than that price, I'd rather import it into France.

[Yorick]

Why did you do so much if you knew you were selling it?

[Jody]

Why did you do so much if you knew you were selling it?

I ordered all the bits before I got the job in Saint Tropez.
The job in Saint Tropez is why I'm selling it.

[Supermofo]

Given the effort you've put in, not worth importing it? You've got it exactly as you wanted it. Or if the job is fixed term keep it until the job ends?

[Count Steer]

Why did you do so much if you knew you were selling it?

I ordered all the bits before I got the job in Saint Tropez.
The job in Saint Tropez is why I'm selling it.

Is this job year-round or are you still doing the ski-resort thing as well? I guess if you're in France all year then a UK reg vehicle could be a bit problematical?

[Jody]

Given the effort you've put in, not worth importing it? You've got it exactly as you wanted it. Or if the job is fixed term keep it until the job ends?

It would cost over £4000 to import it. an the steering wheel is on the wrong side !
I have a minimum that I'll let it go for, if I can't get that, then it will be worth importing.

I bought this van, thinking I was going to be spending summers in the UK, the new job means that's no longer the case. So I'm selling this one and will be buying a French one shortly.

The new job is May to November. Ski season is December to April. As a french resident, I can only have a UK registered vehicle in France for 30 days.

[Jody]