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by Tinium
20 Jul 2020, 11:10
Forum: Campers
Topic: Children’s cab cot bed?
Replies: 9
Views: 2633

Re: Children’s cab cot bed?

We got one of these for our daughter, who's slept in it from 3 months (in a pop up cot tied to it) until she was 6. Looks like they're still in business... http://vw-beds.com/products/cab_bunk.html No fitting, just sits on the front doors. Bit fiddly to get in place (there's a knack to holding it in...
by Tinium
24 Sep 2019, 08:33
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Body Shops South West.
Replies: 7
Views: 2674

Re: Body Shops South West.

I use CoastVW when I need work doing on the van and they've always done a good job.

I've also had Wedgies Workshop near Newton Abbott recommended to me in the past as well https://www.facebook.com/WedgiesWorkshop/ (Though it was a while ago, not sure if they're still around.)
by Tinium
21 May 2019, 08:51
Forum: Campers
Topic: Leisure battery recommendations
Replies: 3
Views: 1995

Re: Leisure battery recommendations

I've got one of these fitted: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/12V-Volkswagen-T25-80-AH-Campervan-Dual-Purpose-Starter-Auxiliary-Battery/171258461691?hash=item27dfccbdfb:g:wkkAAOSwRXJcpHwx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Not the biggest AH capacity, but size wise it's pretty much ...
by Tinium
30 Apr 2019, 14:32
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Leisure battery drain ?
Replies: 12
Views: 3495

Re: Leisure battery drain ?

you need to wire your tracker so the isolator switch does not cut power to it , or it will be useless should you need it when the switches are off !! May be worth checking the power drain of any tracker too - The TK103 family that are popular on eBay draw about 0.07A, which is just under 2AH a day,...
by Tinium
01 Apr 2019, 13:24
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Heater doesn't go fully cold after Subaru transplant
Replies: 5
Views: 2397

Re: Heater doesn't go fully cold after Subaru transplant

All sorted, was just the cable in the end. Phew! :oops:
by Tinium
18 Mar 2019, 13:27
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Heater doesn't go fully cold after Subaru transplant
Replies: 5
Views: 2397

Heater doesn't go fully cold after Subaru transplant

I've noticed since swapping the WBX for Subaru, once the engine's up to temp that the cab heater never goes fully cold, even with the lever fully left - it always is blowing slightly warm. Not too bad at the moment, but when summer finally roles round, probably not going to be the best! Have swapped...
by Tinium
12 Mar 2019, 17:22
Forum: Past Events & Meets
Topic: Camper Jam Syncro rides for charity 6-7 July
Replies: 29
Views: 26368

Re: Camper Jam Syncro rides for charity 6-7 July

PM'd you Si as I can't commit this year yet, but can safely say that it was very good fun in 2017, even though I think my van was the lowest and did the most sliding on it's belly... If anyone's thinking about it, yes there are some bouncy bits and a tight corner or two, but I just took my time and ...
by Tinium
27 Sep 2018, 13:26
Forum: Campers
Topic: Tow bar bike rack dilema..........Now solved.
Replies: 7
Views: 3946

Re: Tow bar bike rack dilema

I'm guessing your ladder is mounted left or right? In which case, it'll just be a case that the first bike has to go on with the handlebars on the other side, and you'll probably be fine with most towball mounted racks I'd have thought. I've got a 4-bike Buzzrack from https://www.roofbox.co.uk/ and ...
by Tinium
20 Sep 2018, 13:48
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: New radio recommendations
Replies: 10
Views: 3099

Re: New radio recommendations

I'd also recommend the Pioneer mechless units, fitted one (nice and easily) in my van a few years back and it's been faultless.
by Tinium
23 Aug 2018, 11:22
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Looking for opinions about paintjob
Replies: 11
Views: 4126

Re: Looking for opinions about paintjob

adie89 wrote:Try this it’s pretty self explanatory and the colours are all listed by factory code or you can pick any colour.
http://www.t3designer.de/

Not seen that before, nice :)
by Tinium
03 Aug 2018, 08:19
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: Engine cover insulation
Replies: 2
Views: 1770

Re: Engine cover insulation

Looks in the same nick as mine :) I cut up a couple of metal coathangers to add more support where the insulation was starting to sag and it's been ok so far - will replace with some proper insulation when I get round to it... http://forum.club8090.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=142356
by Tinium
20 Jul 2018, 14:19
Forum: Campers
Topic: RM122 - 3 ways fridge woes
Replies: 14
Views: 5515

Re: RM122 - 3 ways fridge woes

Is your van perfectly level when you've been testing the gas? From my experience, running on gas is far more picky about the fridge being level than it is on either of the electric modes... could be as simple as that :)
by Tinium
15 Jun 2018, 13:00
Forum: Campers
Topic: 3 way or Compressor
Replies: 20
Views: 6800

Re: 3 way or Compressor

I've got a 3-way in my current van, and had a compressor in my old van. Here's some observations if it helps: Quietest: 3-way - silent in operation (both on gas & electric). Compressor hummed like a standard kitchen fridge. Not so good if your head's next to it as it switches off and on through ...
by Tinium
07 May 2018, 20:42
Forum: Campers
Topic: Waste water
Replies: 9
Views: 3051

Re: Waste water

We've got a folding bucket for the waste water, folds down to next-to-nothing when not in use. Also have the folding washing up bowl & colander, anything to save a bit of precious space :) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Washing-Up-Cleaning-Bowl-Collapsible-Bucket-Dish-Foldable-Folding-Water-Sink/361...