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Day Van Adventure
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Добавлен 31 окт 2014
Exploring Scotland in my Volkswagen Caddy day van.
I'm Martyn and I'm from Aberdeen in the north east of Scotland. Last year I bought an old #caddy2k which had already been converted into a #tinycamper, ideal for getting about and seeing the sights.
Nothing's that straight forward though, is it? Despite changing glow plugs, fitting a non return valve and a replacement fuel sender unit she's still quite iffy at starting, but somehow we get around.
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I'm Martyn and I'm from Aberdeen in the north east of Scotland. Last year I bought an old #caddy2k which had already been converted into a #tinycamper, ideal for getting about and seeing the sights.
Nothing's that straight forward though, is it? Despite changing glow plugs, fitting a non return valve and a replacement fuel sender unit she's still quite iffy at starting, but somehow we get around.
If you haven't already, please consider subscribing to the channel. I try to get a new video out every second Sunday morning. Your support is much appreciated!
linktr.ee/dayvanadventure
BACK HOME! Filming Torry, Aberdeen, at night
Just a short and sweet vid this time. There's no voiceover, no fancy effects...just some night time drone footage of my #fordtransit driving up to #greyhopebay and the #torrybattery. I can't begin to imagine how busy the area will be in the summer when the Tall Ships Race comes to town. It was last here in 1997 and drew in nearly half a million visitors.
We grew up in Torry, and the first time the tall ships visited back in 1991 we had a cracking few of the boats from our front doorstep, along with the travel nightmare trying to get anywhere near the Bay of Nigg.
With my drone out of action I have to say a massive thanks to @NatalieaHood for the drone footage. BTW this is just a bonus vid...
We grew up in Torry, and the first time the tall ships visited back in 1991 we had a cracking few of the boats from our front doorstep, along with the travel nightmare trying to get anywhere near the Bay of Nigg.
With my drone out of action I have to say a massive thanks to @NatalieaHood for the drone footage. BTW this is just a bonus vid...
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IT DIDN'T TAKE LONG - Project Transit is up and running
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It really didn't take long, did it?! Just a week after picking up my new wheels, work has already begun on my Transit van conversion. I picked this up in October 2024 to replace my Volkswagen Caddy, which since day one had suffered reliability issues. Ironically on the day I went to look at the Transit I had the injector seals replaced and it's started up without issue every time since. Typical...
The NEW van is here!
Просмотров 3,2 тыс.21 день назад
After weeks of soldiering on the Caddy has finally been put to pasture. Quite honestly I was beginning to dread jumping behind the wheel, what with the continued unreliability and unpredictability. But then, just as I had a new van to view...we finally got to the bottom of her issues. And fixed them. For good. The best bit of all, it ended up costing me less than a hundred quid. I just wish I'd...
ADRENALINE JUNKIES - THRIVE AT BALLATER IN ROYAL DEESIDE
Просмотров 375Месяц назад
Autumn has well and truly arrived in the North East of Scotland (come to think of it, we're still actually waiting on summer!) so what better time to think about taking up an outdoors hobby like cycling? Taking place every September, Thrive in Ballater is a weekend long festival with demo bikes, family activities and of course the chance to explore the area on two wheels. If you're looking for ...
Van Life NIGHTMARE! My Weekend from HELL
Просмотров 364Месяц назад
Honestly, I'm done with my caddy injector problems. I'm going to put this weekend down to dodgy injectors anyway, because quite honestly I don't know why my Caddy is breaking down again. And speaking of breaking, as if this weekend wasn't stressful enough someone decided to try and break into my van on Saturday morning. Things can only get better, right? PODCAST LINK (NSFW) @TheWidYiPodcast SOC...
Is THIS the most EPIC castle ruin in Europe?
Просмотров 2312 месяца назад
Dunnottar Castle, near Stonehaven, is easily one of the best places to visit in Scotland. I came here with my friend last year, but having walked the length of Stonehaven beach front we arrived to find that the castle had already closed for the day. A year on, we came back...and remembered just how horrible the stairs leading down to the castle are. There's no voiceover on this one, just enjoy ...
Will it get finished in time? My stealth van conversion
Просмотров 5702 месяца назад
It's been a long time coming, but finally I've decided to reconfigure the interior of my Caddy day van. When I first bought it back in 2023 it had a fold out bed installed, however this meant having to remove all of bedding. Far from ideal in less than perfect weather conditions. With a trip to Glasgow looming and some time off due, I got going with one of my biggest DIY projects ever. But woul...
A Day Out Exploring Troon and Irvine
Просмотров 5152 месяца назад
Whenever I say the word Troon I'm instantly trying to avoid calling the town Royal Troon. It's infamous for its golf course, and being home to the Scottish Open 2024. But when it's not a golfing mecca, it's another town on the west coast of Scotland that tourists flock to visit every year. It feels like ages since I've properly spent any time around Glasgow, catching up with friends and family....
ABERDEEN TO MANCHESTER - WILL THE CADDY MAKE IT?
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I'm either brave or stupid. Or perhaps both! With the school holidays at an end, and my friends working out how to get home from the single parents festival, I offered to pick them up. But would it be a decision that would come back to haunt me? Would the Caddy survive its roadtrip from Aberdeen to Manchester, without a doubt the furthest I've driven it yet. Or would I live forever to regret a ...
LEARNING TO FLY - I took the DRONE to the Torry Battery
Просмотров 1663 месяца назад
Just some footage from one of Aberdeen's most iconic landmarks, the Torry Battery. No speech, no fancy editing. Just a guy messing about with a drone, cos why not? Truth be told I'd been feeling rubbish for a few days and just needed to get out. I stayed the night here earlier on this year and thought I'd wait for the better weather to come before returning, but I'm still waiting! At least the ...
A BEGINNERS GUIDE TO DUNDEE
Просмотров 2693 месяца назад
I had a few days annual leave and went volunteering along with my friend Amber and her son Colin. The Single Parent's Festival, now in its third year, took place at Douglaswood, near Dundee. You know those times when you say to yourself "ach, I'll go for a day or two?" - I stayed for 5. Make sure you watch to the end to find out what's next for the Caddy...plans are afoot! Filmed mostly on: Sam...
GETTING THE VAN THROUGH ITS MOT - WILL IT PASS?
Просмотров 7054 месяца назад
GETTING THE VAN THROUGH ITS MOT - WILL IT PASS?
A RECORD BREAKING YEAR FOR ABERDEEN KILTWALK
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A RECORD BREAKING YEAR FOR ABERDEEN KILTWALK
ENDANGERED SPECIES - HOW MANY LEFT 2024
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ENDANGERED SPECIES - HOW MANY LEFT 2024
Fast and Furious: Drifting Adventures at Crimond Raceway
Просмотров 6946 месяцев назад
Fast and Furious: Drifting Adventures at Crimond Raceway
STEALTH CAMPING DURING STORM KATHLEEN
Просмотров 7397 месяцев назад
STEALTH CAMPING DURING STORM KATHLEEN
ONE OF THE FIRST TO SEE THE MUSEUMS NEW DISPLAYS
Просмотров 4207 месяцев назад
ONE OF THE FIRST TO SEE THE MUSEUMS NEW DISPLAYS
FIXING MY VAN MYSELF TO SAVE HASSLE
Просмотров 2 тыс.8 месяцев назад
FIXING MY VAN MYSELF TO SAVE HASSLE
SEARCHING FOR WATERFALLS IN SCOTLAND
Просмотров 2598 месяцев назад
SEARCHING FOR WATERFALLS IN SCOTLAND
SOMEONE CRASHED INTO ME. IS IT THE END FOR MY CADDY?
Просмотров 5509 месяцев назад
SOMEONE CRASHED INTO ME. IS IT THE END FOR MY CADDY?
FILMING TETRIS IN ABERDEEN - The story of one of the GREATEST games
Просмотров 74810 месяцев назад
FILMING TETRIS IN ABERDEEN - The story of one of the GREATEST games
LOOKING AHEAD to 2024 - where next in the van?
Просмотров 13210 месяцев назад
LOOKING AHEAD to 2024 - where next in the van?
Is it the END OF THE ROAD for my Volkswagen Caddy?
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Is it the END OF THE ROAD for my Volkswagen Caddy?
I BOUGHT A LEMON 😭 Is my Volkswagen Caddy THAT unreliable?
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I BOUGHT A LEMON 😭 Is my Volkswagen Caddy THAT unreliable?
I feel like the other cut of this where you use the Postman Pat theme would be brilliant.
Done! facebook.com/share/r/L2EioaLpWP9AJXaY/
Oot wi Teri in Torry.... 😉 Nice wee vid. Haven't actually been back over these since the harbour extension was built, so cool to see that 😎
Ha, sounds like a BBC crime drama!
What an amazing video! Love Torry ❤
@@NatalieaHood thanks and thanks again for the drone footage, really has turned out brilliantly
£3
put some 000's after it and it's a half decent offer!
£2
@@masonwilson7698 sorry for what?
LONG LIVE THE VAN!!!!
@@joyfulofficial VIVA LA GROUPIE BUS
caddy count is off
@@davidjonathan1458 in fairness it crashed and needed a reboot!
@@dayvanadventure good video anyway
@@davidjonathan1458 Awww thank you David :)
This is a great video Martyn. Must go watch the film now ❤
@@foxmanchester thanks Michelle. Filmed loads of close to where I live but managed to miss filming. Just gutted it never made it into the cinema!
@ I know right?! Taron Egerton is a brilliant actor as well. Shame you missed the filming, that would have been a real treat!
So…. Has 2024 been less rubbish??
@@foxmanchester very much so. Hopefully 2025 will be even better still 👌
Changes look good. I think you missed a few caddy counts!
Not sure what youre on about 👀
What do you think of the changes so far? The replacement door certainly makes a difference already 🥰
I saw your caddy for sale I think somewhere! Then came across your video. lol. Good luck with the new van mate ❤
Small world! Yeh it's on marketplace and was listed on ebay too, but they removed the listing. Thanks, been watching some of your vids too. Good luck with your Caddy!
@ yeah, it’s so weird. I was shopping for parts for my caddy, and saw yours and the little snippet with the injector. I’m in two minds at the moment whether to continue with the caddy or get a bigger van!? Looking forward to seeing how your transit turns out? 👍💪
@@BikerVanLife My caddy definitely isn't a good advert for them. Yes, it's had high mileage but I reckon the guy who sold it to me new damn fine that the start issue needed looked at properly and just did would he could to mask the symptoms. Lesson learned there! It really depends - for me, the Caddy was just about ok for a cheeky wee get away but it certainly had its limitations. I sure as hell couldn't have lived in it full time so kudos to you sir!
Travis
Not bad!
You will have more problems with the transit than you ever will with the caddy also transits are rot boxes
Ordinarily I'd have agreed with you, but this one's been sealed and very well looked after. Just needs some wee tweaks and it'll be what I need/want it to be :)
Not a fan of the transit. You should have just bought a mystery van, kidnapped a stoner and a dog, and go hunting ghosts!!!
Rokay Raggey!
Black up the bumpers, spray the wheels silver and wash it. Looks clean for an old transit
Sorry, wash? What is this 🤫
Good old days of Wiseman. Old transit was probably better than the volkswagens and Mercedes they used when I was there
@@Dondy86 I've found an old newspaper cutting from my old mans time there. May do something with that in the next ep 🫠
Nice 👍 my transit has over 250k on it, keep up with oil changes and you'll have loads of years left on that engine 😎 If the mirrors still have the original bolts in them? They will be security snap off head bolts 😢 easiest method i find is to centre punch the remaining head, drill it 5 mm deep and hammer in a torx bit, they usually come out after the heat of drilling and the hammering in of the torx bit, good luck with the conversion, subbed to follow the build 👌
@@Dirt-Diggler this sounds like what the guys at work said pretty much to the letter
The engine in that is one of the best you can get in a transit , the crank pulley failing is a common issue though 👍
Thanks James. Yeh it pulls like a train, but ta for the heads up. 103k on the clock so barely warmed up+
congrats on the new van pal, i bet you will prefer having the bigger van
Thanks, what a difference it makes. Though parking it next to the Caddy today its not as much of a step up as you'd think!
Looks ace man! ❤
Thanks fella. Really liking it so far 😊
@@dayvanadventure Once you kit it out, can I rent it from you for a tour van!? haha
@@joyfulofficialwe can discuss rates!
Colyn 😂
Bit random for a Fordy, no? 😂
Bertha 🚐
@@NatalieaHood lovely bertha!
What should we name the new van? Let us know below 👇
Terry 😎
@@hamishyoung494 a decent shout, Terry the Transit has potential! 😅
@@dayvanadventure Terry the Transit has a good ring to it!
@@Moffenson unofficially leading 😅🤔
@@dayvanadventure frank-n-furter
First time out filming with the new Rode mic...and what a difference it makes. Sorry for the terrible jokes too! Hope you.enjoy 😊
how do you speak to a deaf woman in deeside?? ballater
@@bubbadog9145 😂
Visit and fly Dunnottar Castle as much as I can. It's my no1 favourite Castle in Scotland and I'm Scott's. Well done filmed beautifully. Add me as a subscriber. Full drone flight of the Castle on my channel
Thanks very much, will go check it out! I love visiting Stonehaven and still can't believe it's taken me so long to actually go into the castle!
What do we think? Injectors, EGR, oil on the exhaust or something else? 🧐
Could be any number of things, but have you cleaned out the EGR? I've had issues with diesels and EGRs...... amazing what a clean or delete will achieve.
@@hamishyoung494no, thats one of the few bits of the engine thats been left alone. Im really at the point now of how much more do I throw at this van?
😃Fire your suggestions of your favourite castles below, might be one to visit in the near future!
Miss the voice, but nice video nevertheless.
Thanks Ian, thought it would be nice to just do a walkthrough and leave it with just the music. I'll have the voice back in the next video, promise!
We’re so glad you found some inspo from us, we had no clue either!! Your van looks great!!!
@@TakeAPeakAtThis thanks guys! I really did enjoy your build, if I knew the first thing about welding Id have gone with a mk6 transit...but I know nothing about welding 😂
@@dayvanadventure we were very lucky to have a welder to borrow, it was just a case of watching youtube videos to learn how! We would have been quite stuck otherwise!
Caddy harlequin?
@@johnhodgson9296 its halfway there! 😂
Proud of you mate van be looking good I’ve a load things I need to do on my bus 😊
@@Thatbhoyeddie thanks Eddie. One job at a time, whats next on your list?
Should I paint/stain the wooden panelling, or leave it as is? 🤔
Would recommend it being varnished. Maybe the lights would bounce off that just a little bit more.
Canny believe ye came oot oor way and never chapped the door ma man 😂😂 ....varnish it 😊
@@FunWithCornerpirate will know next time!
@@FunWithCornerpirate yeh that was the thinking!
@@dayvanadventure we're in Cumbernauld
The country park is owned by Aberdeenshire council. Only the stables block, peatyards, Canadian hall and the house are NTS owned. The rest of the land, and the shop are still owned by the Haddo Estate.
It's a well maintained area, just such a shame about all the lost woodland!
Would you have managed that plateful? 🤔
Looks like an awesome trip out
It was great fun and I'm not even going to lie, finding that Father Ted book was one of the highlights! 😂😂
New sub here from PA 🫡
Thanks for the sub 🎉
Subbing here from the podcast channel 🤝🏾
Thanks for the sub, appreciate it ❤
Good video, looks like fun
Thanks, I certainly got a nice evening for it!
If you didnt get a bus lane fine, you did well 😂
@@foxmanchester hopefully! Though I did get the fear when I saw LEZ signs...
2:00 OOFFFTT!! that felt close!
Ach you could fit a bus in that gap 😂
Kin ell!! There was some manoeuvres there pal 😂😂 I thought you was gonna smack the viewing building.. put it into cinematic mode. Will be much less jerky bud.
Ach it was miles awa 😂
you made unreal drone-😯
Unreal engine 😂
Man.... E'h am gled eh left Dundee fir good.
Youll be back 😂