The helpful guy
The helpful guy
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Sprinter campervan for sale
A very special build, Mercedes 313 Automatic MWB campervan.
Originally a highly specced minibus with factory options such as twin air con/climate, front rear park sensors, heated adjustable mirrors. Factory orderer upgraded front rear suspension, tinted heat reflective glass all round, rear wash/wipe, heated rear windows, 180 doors, increased tyre size/load.
Built by me and my engineer son from super lightweight 30x30 aluminium profile and lightweight poplar wood. Spray-foam insulated by canal boat company. Weighing only 2700kgs loaded at MOT.
Massive Victron solar, controler, twin batteries, Webasto adjustable heating, Whale expanse gas boiler, on board Fiamma 72lts water and underslung was...
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Видео

Bait fish jumping out of sea
Просмотров 12210 месяцев назад
A rare video of bait fish being chased onto the shore by Scholes of Mackerel.
Amazon driver reversed into my van at speed and then races away #shorts
Просмотров 4082 года назад
I heard a crash, when I went to look I saw damage to my van, I checked my cctv and found this. Police not interested so tried to report online. Called Amazon and was put through to the United States.
Transit rear spring upgrade changing MK7 MK8 springs quickly, tipper springs.
Просмотров 13 тыс.2 года назад
A very short video giving advice on how to upgraded transit MK7 or MK8 rear springs on a tipping truck. Springs cost £300 including bolts which is good because genuine cost £600 plus. You can NOT buy spring bushes from Fords. These springs are guaranteed for one year and bushes are available, job is very easy, I hope this helps you tackle this job. MK8 trucks have very weak springs unlike earli...
Campervan spray foam insulation, professional insulation done on my van.
Просмотров 9442 года назад
This is a very short video showing how my van was insulated using spray foam, which was installed on my self build Sprinter camper conversion. It's not the usual type out of cans, this was professionally installed. It's a short video because you can't go into the van whilst it's being done. I only put this up to help others decide how to best insulate, everyone has a different approach, some ri...
Campervan cupboards from lightweight Aluminium, 80/20.
Просмотров 21 тыс.2 года назад
I hope this video gives others enough information to help them make their own super strong and lightweight camper van furniture. I've opted not to use wood, glued and screwed together, in my opinion this is stronger, lighter and safer than what most choose to do, however it's a little more expensive and involves research and more tools. I've used lightweight Poplar ply and Acrylic lacquer toget...
Tambour shower door fit in a self build camper.
Просмотров 20 тыс.2 года назад
A short instructional video aiding people fitting a Tambour shower door to their self build campers. After contacting the online seller I was given the wrong information, I contacted the UK distributor/manufacture, who gave definitive advice on how the door should be fitted. This video is short and to the point, it's aim is to help other like me.
How to make a solar panel roof rack from lightweight aluminium 40x40, 80/20.
Просмотров 5 тыс.3 года назад
This is part of my self build Sprinter camper videos to help others. It shows how I built a custom roof rack from Aluminium extrusion, this supports a Victron 215 watt solar panel. Know as 80/20 in the USA, I used the Bosch Rexroth system of 40 x 40 mm. It's very light and super strong. I detail the different ways to make joints and fix the struts to the roof. This roof rack on the Sprinter is ...
How to, Transit mk7 radiator removal.
Просмотров 18 тыс.3 года назад
How to, Transit mk7 radiator removal.
Self build Sprinter campervan using aluminium extrusion.
Просмотров 6 тыс.3 года назад
Self build Sprinter campervan using aluminium extrusion.
BMW Z4 E85 E86 spring, How to change rear suspension spring.
Просмотров 18 тыс.8 лет назад
BMW Z4 E85 E86 spring, How to change rear suspension spring.
Screening top soil with my old excavator
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Screening top soil with my old excavator
Fitting a sureflap cat flap in a Georgian style upvc door
Просмотров 136 тыс.10 лет назад
Fitting a sureflap cat flap in a Georgian style upvc door
Watering Potatoes the "man" way
Просмотров 33 тыс.12 лет назад
Watering Potatoes the "man" way

Комментарии

  • @Maarlooonnn
    @Maarlooonnn 16 дней назад

    Thanks so much you saved me a bunch of time trying to figure it out 😊

  • @FBall-im8ui
    @FBall-im8ui Месяц назад

    nice well done, A list of things you use in your build can be helpful to your viewers or tie it to Amazon so you get a little for your work, like to know what you call those plastic rails and where to buy them great idea, Thank you

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC Месяц назад

      @@FBall-im8ui there is lots of information in past comments.

  • @tomcorbett7027
    @tomcorbett7027 Месяц назад

    Thank you for providing such excellent information for a beautiful project.

  • @neilwilliams9844
    @neilwilliams9844 2 месяца назад

    I’m starting a van build soon ,very impressed with this system, can you tell me again what they called & where to source them pls many thanks Neil.

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC Месяц назад

      @@neilwilliams9844 30x30 bosch rexroth

  • @mikefranks4528
    @mikefranks4528 2 месяца назад

    Well done, mate! I am now convinced, after watching so many YT videos, that THIS is the way I will do my cabinets. So much easier. Thank you!!!

  • @CalMUK91
    @CalMUK91 2 месяца назад

    Can you get insulated tambour doors? Hate the fact these are hollow. I wish they were filled with closed sell foam.

  • @petermurphymurphy5477
    @petermurphymurphy5477 2 месяца назад

    you legend. thanks for that. My bathroom looks really good...but seeing yours....wow. impressive. thank you for the vid.

  • @robertwirth582
    @robertwirth582 3 месяца назад

    You seem like a helpful guy! Thanks for the helpful video…. I’m a California dummy!

  • @APPARATVS
    @APPARATVS 3 месяца назад

    Perfect. I have a similar outer door with these 'raised' mouldings. Thanks!

  • @DavidandLynnTownsend-xx1lv
    @DavidandLynnTownsend-xx1lv 3 месяца назад

    Do you have a link to where you found the black channel pieces that the cabinet doors slide on?

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 3 месяца назад

      Part-on do them in Birmingham

  • @paulsonntag4076
    @paulsonntag4076 4 месяца назад

    Clever and inspiring. Would you mind sharing what the sliding rail for the doors is named? It is such a unique item I cannot find easily in the USA.

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 4 месяца назад

      Bought in uk. www.part-on.co.uk/product/8mm-slot-sliding-door-profile-3842526588-3842555262/

  • @fabien4797
    @fabien4797 4 месяца назад

    Where did you buy this kit ? I am in Australia and I don’t find any website or place

  • @jimmyfavereau
    @jimmyfavereau 4 месяца назад

    that strength test had me on pins and needles! well done and thanks for the share

  • @gadgetfellow
    @gadgetfellow 5 месяцев назад

    I spy an engineer at work..... beautiful work.

  • @brianchetelat6601
    @brianchetelat6601 5 месяцев назад

    Love the work. Can you please tell me what those Allen Screw Connectors are called and where I might find them? Thank you for sharing.

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 5 месяцев назад

      KJN quick connectors.

    • @brianchetelat6601
      @brianchetelat6601 5 месяцев назад

      @@GaryATC I'm guessing not available in the US?

  • @georgewashington938
    @georgewashington938 5 месяцев назад

    very helpful video. brilliant job on the cabinets

  • @melissabaxter9355
    @melissabaxter9355 5 месяцев назад

    Really helpful thanks!

  • @gayehughes5876
    @gayehughes5876 6 месяцев назад

    This is the best cupboard tutorial. Thank you so much. May I have the exact items used? Particularly the nuts and bolts. Thx

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 6 месяцев назад

      Google KJN / Bosch Rexroth range

  • @LIrwin74
    @LIrwin74 6 месяцев назад

    Really helpful thank you

  • @user-cc3rh1zh1k
    @user-cc3rh1zh1k 6 месяцев назад

    Where did you jack it up ? Tia

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 6 месяцев назад

      Jacking points and axle.

  • @Edgunsuk
    @Edgunsuk 6 месяцев назад

    any links to where you got the aluminium also is there a build video as i simply wont know the names of the different components angles curves end plugs ? no idea cheers

  • @travellingjournalist966
    @travellingjournalist966 6 месяцев назад

    Hi great how to video, where did you get the 30x30 from

  • @dogslife8664
    @dogslife8664 6 месяцев назад

    Where did you get your internal roof panels from?

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 6 месяцев назад

      Mercedes-Benz original fitment.

  • @sarahalexandra3892
    @sarahalexandra3892 6 месяцев назад

    10 years later and still helpful!

  • @bvinderbarrah8531
    @bvinderbarrah8531 7 месяцев назад

    Hi been watching your video very good idea Could you please put up a link for supplies of the plastic runners thank you

  • @area351
    @area351 8 месяцев назад

    Where did you get the sliding track for your 80/20?

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 8 месяцев назад

      KJN.

  • @kangapoopradjan4426
    @kangapoopradjan4426 8 месяцев назад

    Simple idea but clearly well thought out constructed & installed 🙂 The only thing I think is missing was the weight of the completed cupboards cupboards & a list of quantities used which would allow others to compare what they have to this well engineered solution Well done great video too👍

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 8 месяцев назад

      From a while back, The 30x30 weighs approximately .9 kg/mt. The long door side used 8mts in total (7.2kg). The shorter side used 6mts (5.4kg). The lightweight Poplar ply weighs less than 2 kgs. I hope this helps you decide the lightest and strongest options

  • @JW-rq1ik
    @JW-rq1ik 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the video. I would like to emulate your approach, but it is not obvious to me how you were able to slide such long 80/20 rails onto the bolts in the ceiling and the side wall with the windshield in the front. Can you please explain?

  • @smokindomain
    @smokindomain 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you mate!

  • @gregfinch5515
    @gregfinch5515 9 месяцев назад

    Thankyou

  • @andrewarthurmatthews6685
    @andrewarthurmatthews6685 9 месяцев назад

    Did you not try CT1 to fix the UPVC square section?

  • @andrewarthurmatthews6685
    @andrewarthurmatthews6685 9 месяцев назад

    A very helpful video

  • @MohammedZaman-nt8pk
    @MohammedZaman-nt8pk 10 месяцев назад

    Helpful video . Am strugging to get the centre pin correct on my mk7 transit rwd panel van . I will do it the correct way now 👌🙏👍

  • @astra-adventures
    @astra-adventures 10 месяцев назад

    Did it make any deformation to the panels outside, as it is widely claimed on many other channels. Kindly share your opinion of the end result to the exterior of the van? Also, does it get unstuck from panels (loose) in any way over time? Any pros and cons from overall experience? Thanks in advance.

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 10 месяцев назад

      In bright sunlight you do notice very small deformation, it does NOT get unstuck. I would do this again as it makes van strong, quiet, solid. Never had a problem with condensation unless temperature is 4c and very wet/cold outside.

    • @astra-adventures
      @astra-adventures 10 месяцев назад

      @@GaryATC many thanks. That’s very helpful.

  • @regtitch5200
    @regtitch5200 10 месяцев назад

    Neat job

  • @francismartin6073
    @francismartin6073 11 месяцев назад

    Noticed you have two sets of nuts - one you can only put in from the end of the profile - part number? I've only started and only have the ones you can put in later. Thanks

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 11 месяцев назад

      You'll have to send a picture. I'm unsure which ones?

  • @anyjimblogs
    @anyjimblogs 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the video. Can I ask where you purchased your Tamber door from please?

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC 11 месяцев назад

      Any of the UK camper shops have them(Magnum)

  • @1Odama
    @1Odama Год назад

    great video... how easy it is ... exactly what I need Ford Australia want thousand dollars just change the radiator! made my day cheers

  • @user-ln2jl8fr2r
    @user-ln2jl8fr2r Год назад

    Hello where did you buy this part? I see that this part can rotate against the door.

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC Год назад

      It's a Lagun part. (Camper Interiors).

  • @williammartin4609
    @williammartin4609 Год назад

    Hey Gary! Love your Loo. Was that made by you or did you source it pre-made? Any info is greatly appreciated! Thanks

  • @Moosealini
    @Moosealini Год назад

    Great video, very helpful in helping me decide whether to buy this for my van ...a couple of questions please. 1. How wide is your doorway cutout? 2. How far from the edge is the cutout at the side where the tambour radius sits? Thanks in anticipation.

  • @steveunderhill1880
    @steveunderhill1880 Год назад

    Great video bud , does it rattle a lot when your driving ??? Cheers Steve

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC Год назад

      No noise or rattles.

  • @smile4sanity1
    @smile4sanity1 Год назад

    That is super helpful.. Thanks

  • @rafalkwiatkowski1973
    @rafalkwiatkowski1973 Год назад

    One of the best method to make those cupboards in a capervan. Beautifully done and well explained. Good luck with your trips.

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC Год назад

      Doing just that.

    • @rafalkwiatkowski1973
      @rafalkwiatkowski1973 Год назад

      @@GaryATC where did you purchase all of the aluminium and fittings? Thanks

  • @patrickgrelat2966
    @patrickgrelat2966 Год назад

    Bonjour Comment faire pour sortir le roulement ?

  • @andreacampbell2780
    @andreacampbell2780 Год назад

    Thankyou so much. We were quoted £400 to put a cat flap in (not including the cat flap) as our door has the ridges like this and they said that it would require new panels as it was impossible to fit otherwise. Now to find a handyman who can do that for me!!

  • @kaywackwitz175
    @kaywackwitz175 Год назад

    Great Video! I'm using the same building technique and wonder which thickness each spacer had (the 2° spacer on the ceiling and the 8,5° spacer on the side)?

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC Год назад

      Ceiling zero. There's enough flex. 8-10 on the sides is plenty. There is flex in the panels so don't worry BTW don't use rivnuts. Terrible things. Try "Versu" nuts. Just like you use on dry lining board.

    • @kaywackwitz175
      @kaywackwitz175 Год назад

      @@GaryATC Great, thanks. Here in Germany, they are called plus-nuts. 🙂 Do you remember to what length you cut the top and side round-bar spacers?

  • @cyberfuker85
    @cyberfuker85 Год назад

    How much was the door ?

  • @ArnoldClarke
    @ArnoldClarke Год назад

    Perfect

  • @kristenleep2977
    @kristenleep2977 Год назад

    What did you use for the swivel mount to turn the table too 90° to be parallel to the van doors?

    • @GaryATC
      @GaryATC Год назад

      It's a genuine Laguna part. Google search it.

    • @mitchalberts6077
      @mitchalberts6077 10 месяцев назад

      I don't see that on the lagun website. Can you post the link to 90 degree attachment

    • @nonyabiz550
      @nonyabiz550 7 месяцев назад

      ​@@mitchalberts6077I don't think it is. I've never seen it