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Hi I got the bolts with the awning kit. I did drill a hole to fit, I think they was only about M6, they just secure the awning to the brackets, stops bouncing off or being stolen.

The Altro is very hard wearing, I’ve had bikes on it, dragged my kayak on it, dogs scambling around, no problems, rubber floor might not be a hard wearing. Probably depends on the thickness of the rubber

I got them from rayne automotive, there’s three light settings and a built in usd port

@@turkeyphant what to power the van?

@@exploresandtosummit No to carry a paramotor as well as pg kit

@@turkeyphant I looked at a lot of different camper/motor home suppliers, most where limited stock, and most were collection only. And I found out Morelands are the main suppliers to these of companies.

@@exploresandtosummit Thanks, I found morelands too but they don't have too many colour options. Can you order direct from them?

@ there’s loads of different colours and shades! I ordered loads of samples so I could see and chose, I brought direct from there own website shop, along with the knock on edging, trim etc. all came protected on a pallet.

Thank you 👍

@@brendanryan262 hi, thanks, I probably could of most of it with 12mm and the bigger pieces 15mm but I thought it would easier with all one size. I’m very happy with the finish of the Moreland board and it cuts nice, no splintering. Good luck with your build.👍

@@abucklife I didn’t think it would of been that much, I was surprised at the result.

@ I’m glad it was otherwise it would have felt like a waste of money. It still feels a bit over priced.

@@abucklife it’s extremely overpriced but it looks more professional and looks a quality build so be worth more. ( that’s what I’m telling myself ! )

@ that’s what I told myself to. 😂😂

I’m just stripping out my van now and since handling the new light weight ply, there is noticeable difference in feel.

@@exploresandtosummit Depending on where you are based in the UK, there are a few suppliers of poplar core plywood that is less than half the price of Jewson. sheetmaterialswholesale based in Wanstead (if your based down south) sells 5.5mm 8x4 sheets of poplar for the walls at £12 and 3.6mm at £10. If your near the midlands have a look at Tippers. Their 5.5mm is £16 and 3.6mm is £11. Jewson costs £25.20 for 3.6mm and £31.48 for sheet of 5.5mm poplar core. So double the price at jewson for 5.5mm and more than double for the 3.6mm. So well worth searching online for local suppliers for poplar core. .

There are “reputable” camper businesses that sell furniture kits made entirely out of phenolic ply… it’s absolutely nuts. It’s for horse boxes and transporters not campervans and I’ll die on that hill 😂

@@Creative_Sparks I didn’t notice any difference, they may be a bit in the wet but I just turn the radio up!

@ thanks 👍

I think I paid £150 a sheet for the lightweight ply covered and £110 for the birch faced ply, then I had to stain and varnish it, so not a huge amount of difference for the weight you save and the finish looks more professional.

@@exploresandtosummitthank you there’s a big difference in price but i know the cost of being over weight can cause as i have been tramping for over 30 years ps great videos keep it up 👍

Hi, I starting a refit this week and one of the things I'm figuring out is how to make loading the kayaks easier. I've got one solar panel on at the rear and the kayaks fit more towards the front of the roof rack, but depends how long your kayaks are.

That a good reason to have them.

Never heard that before! Been great so far and very quick, I’ve got a five year VW warranty so hopefully be fine 👍

Can you tell me more about the common problems specific for the twin turbo version? I have a 2018 twin turbo 4 motion crafter and want to know what to look out for regarding possible upcomming problems

I’m sure if you keep it serviced it will be fine, everybody says all vehicles have problems! I’m guessing not using the second turbo enough may cause problems, just now and again drive it at high speeds so it get used. all the crafter engines are the same, just different mapping.

@@alexanderlouis.w Yeah it's primarily EGR, cooler and the additional turbo. Have a google as some of the 180 issues with transporters are shared with early mk2 crafters. Some people blank the EGR. It's not a ticking time bomb but driving factors can contribute to the issues being a major problem at pretty low miles. Some 180's have a revised oil cooler fitted by recall to resolve that issue, but think the turbos are an ongoing thing to consider/prepare for just incase.

Hi, thanks , I’ve gone for the 2kw. I’ve got a 4kw in my garage as it’s far to hot, I keep it on the lowest setting, which is not good for a diesel heater. 👍

Hi, thanks , I’ve gone for the 2kw. I’ve got a 4kw in my garage as it’s far to hot, I keep it on the lowest setting, which is not good for a diesel heater. 👍

​@@exploresandtosummitSpot on, few people realise best practice for a diesel heater is to run at max for at least 30mins every month.

Hi I used the 2.5 as I’m carrying kayaks, but if your just using it for solar panels then 1.5 should be ok,

Thanks very much, any questions just ask.

Hi mate, theres a lad who lives near Morecambe who does a great seat base. He cuts down the original base and welds in new supports and a complete swivel system. Its much easier to use than this one, doesn't require headrests to be removed, is the same height as original, uses teflon instead of grease, and cheaper! He even fit mine. Yes... it hasn't been 'crash tested'. But its definitely safe.

@@CalMUK91 wish I new that before! Thanks for the info. 👍

@@CalMUK91could you post a link or video?

I’ve got a vw switch to go into the panel to match the other switches, I haven’t put it in yet, when I do which is soon I’ll add to a future video,

Hopefully I won’t have to! I could probably pull the tape off the arches with a bit of force.

Hi, thank you. I’m starting a refit and upgrade in the next week or so, the bed had been great, no rattles at all, it’s on two tracks that keep it solid and I very slightly angled the two straps at the back so when it up, it pulls the bed tight so there’s no movement.

There et35 offset. I done a video on them with sizes and where I got them from.

Thanks yes I watched all your videos, they are great. Didn't hear where you mentioned offset though, must have missed that. Thankyou for your videos. Propper quality build.😊

@bosscat8951 to be honest I might of missed that out! Thanks for watching, Im doing a refit very soon so be doing a lot more videos.

Happy days can't wait.😊

@@Metal05 I should of done them ages ago.

Hi I didn’t because it was a bit of a headache! If you send me your email I’ll take some photos for you.

I’m doing a refit soon il add a video to that.

Thanks, the Speedo doesn’t make much difference, on the crafter there a plus and minus adjustment in the dash menu to change the reading. I’ve done 6k miles so far without any problems.

@@stevearussell thanks, I have no intention of going anywhere cold!!!

Hi thank you, yes definitely build your own, unistrut is strong, rust proof and cheap compared to buying a roof rack, and you make it to suit your needs. I’ve more videos very soon inc a aluminium decking for the roof rack.

It’s on rails one side, there is a bit of sway but I put it down on the bench seats so it’s solid.

@@exploresandtosummit Ok i see, in your opinion this bed worth it?

Yes I think it really useful to have the bed up so you can use the van for other uses

​@@exploresandtosummit Thanks!

@@carolewynn-jones9517 no problem, any questions just ask 👍

Hi thank you, this is the link for the boxes, amzn.eu/d/77dfclD i think that they have gone up in price.

Have you adjusted the up and down limits? On the limiter there two Allen key adjustable screws

Thanks, more to come, making a few more improvements, thanks for watching

Thanks, it works well, makes the van really usable for other things. Going to make more storage underneath soon.

@@exploresandtosummit yeah that’s what I’m missing with mine. Needs a communal area when the weather is bad 🤣