first timer interior refurb.....

[gdaddy1980]

Hi Guys, been getting alot of help from you guys on here with a few things so just thought i would add a few photos of my journey with the van so far....hope you like, and remember i have never done this before so be gentle with me....lol http://s1174.photobucket.com/albums/r616/gman19801/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[kingdalg]

very impressive! well done muka

[gdaddy1980]

very impressive! well done muka

Thank you buddy been an experience that's for sure....been fun tho only got van in october and hoping to get it ready for this summer, just need to final fix the bed cupboard doors and re- trim seats and it should be ready to sleep in... Thanks for feedback tho, it's nice to know the build is ok in someone elses eyes too....

[kingdalg]

no probs, i had to redo all mine! the its a pop top and all the roof carpet went manky. it took me ages but its well worth it. ive done all mine on very low budget. recycled my ladies old wardrobe and all sorts! theres a different job each week. these things keep you busy and away from the pub

[gdaddy1980]

Very nice mate looking swish.. Like the cupboard behind the seat at back and the table looks pretty neat too. How does that cupboard fit over engine bay tho?? I have used wall units for mine and still the thing over hangs the cover, I have put mine on blocks to raise it up enough to release engine hatch...

[kingdalg]

Very nice mate looking swish.. Like the cupboard behind the seat at back and the table looks pretty neat too. How does that cupboard fit over engine bay tho?? I have used wall units for mine and still the thing over hangs the cover, I have put mine on blocks to raise it up enough to release engine hatch...

thanks very much! the back cupboard is orignal devon unit. its made of fibre glass and has a cut out at the bottom, you sort of have to slide hatch under it theres a nack to it. these things are quirky through out mate!

[gdaddy1980]

Yes I am starting to think my quirk is all used up at the moment...lol, it will get there eventually tho. Hoping to make it to a few shows this year too get some ideas from that hopefully, just looking at making it practical tho so I don't get to upset when the kids destroy it jumping in and out of it..haha

[billybigspud]

I know all about recarpeting a devon. doing the roof is an absolute beast of a job. Have you done the fibreglass trims that go one side to the other. real head scratchers!!!!!

Was the camper already pregnant when you got it gdaddy?



Looking sweet though.

[gdaddy1980]

I know all about recarpeting a devon. doing the roof is an absolute beast of a job. Have you done the fibreglass trims that go one side to the other. real head scratchers!!!!!

Was the camper already pregnant when you got it gdaddy?



Looking sweet though.

Pmsl....haha pregnant no not at time of purchase...but I watched a documentary on mechrophiliacs and thought......I do love my van...hmmmmm, lol. It's a little collage of my journey with the van and that just happened along the way...so instead of storage above cab I am now planning to make it into an enclosed cot/baby bed... Just a little curve ball thrown at us.haha

[kingdalg]

Yes I am starting to think my quirk is all used up at the moment...lol, it will get there eventually tho. Hoping to make it to a few shows this year too get some ideas from that hopefully, just looking at making it practical tho so I don't get to upset when the kids destroy it jumping in and out of it..haha

haha i know all about kids and wrecking vans! ive got 4 lads its like going away with monkeys!

[billybigspud]

Reckon the baby might get a bit upset with the rears of a pair of 6x9's aiming at it.

[gdaddy1980]

Haha yes it will learn to with the noise as there are 2 12" subs going under our bed too, gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "if this cans rockin...." lol. Yes we have 2 boys and a gal on route kingdaig, hopefully the boys will learn to love the van as they helped with alot of the layout and the odd carpet glueing. Really looking forward to using, our first show in it should be White noise...

[kingdalg]

Haha yes it will learn to with the noise as there are 2 12" subs going under our bed too, gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "if this cans rockin...." lol. Yes we have 2 boys and a gal on route kingdaig, hopefully the boys will learn to love the van as they helped with alot of the layout and the odd carpet glueing. Really looking forward to using, our first show in it should be White noise...

you not going 'bus types' on the 20th of april?

[gdaddy1980]

Haha yes it will learn to with the noise as there are 2 12" subs going under our bed too, gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "if this cans rockin...." lol. Yes we have 2 boys and a gal on route kingdaig, hopefully the boys will learn to love the van as they helped with alot of the layout and the odd carpet glueing. Really looking forward to using, our first show in it should be White noise...

you not going 'bus types' on the 20th of april?

I am planning on it but van won't be finished by then so car will be used for that as family in tow... Just a question on your refurb...did you have to re-fit the seats with new cloth?? If so who did it? If not do you recommend anyone good and reasonable cost??

[kingdalg]

Haha yes it will learn to with the noise as there are 2 12" subs going under our bed too, gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "if this cans rockin...." lol. Yes we have 2 boys and a gal on route kingdaig, hopefully the boys will learn to love the van as they helped with alot of the layout and the odd carpet glueing. Really looking forward to using, our first show in it should be White noise...

you not going 'bus types' on the 20th of april?

I am planning on it but van won't be finished by then so car will be used for that as family in tow... Just a question on your refurb...did you have to re-fit the seats with new cloth?? If so who did it? If not do you recommend anyone good and reasonable cost??

the rear seats are my next job but havnt got the funds at the mo i just use fleece throws from B&M. they cost £7 and are very kids friendly! whip em off and give em a shake!