Fair play to you for getting their Van sorted. The main thing with any accident is nobody got hurt. Vehicles can be repaired, bits replaced, insurance gets used but that's what its for.
You guys need to release a book. Detailing your three favourite layouts and a bunch of how too guides for the most difficult jobs. I would buy that in a heartbeat.
The process I use to hide the screw heads on carpeted boards is the following (works a treat and is super quick): 1. fully glue/carpet the board 2. screw the board in place (with a just couple of screws, for positioning) but don't screw the screws all the way home. 3. then I put a small slit in the carpet (1-2cm in length) with the screw dead in the centre of the slit 4. you can then screw the screw all the way home and it disappears through the slit and under the carpet. 5. push the two 'halves' of the slit down over the screw head. The glue that you originally used adheres it back to the board. 6. finish by putting a few more slits in the carpet wherever you'll need a screw, then drill/screw, and repeat. Hope that helps anyone reading.
Another great video Stuart, every build I watch I think I could have another van but may just carry on dreaming.....amazing how quickly things have moved from your first build...dont burn yourselves out though......
I absolutely love this channel. Stu explains everything so so well and I could watch these videos all day. I been following you guys since the RRs and the floor problems in your old motorhome. Now I’m hooked on the Vanology conversions and his has inspired me to build my own van. We currently have a caravan which we’re selling early next year and I’ll then start converting a Boxer. I’m a retired aircraft engineer so hopefully my old skills will come into play. We live in Somerset so not too far from you and no doubt I’ll be in touch for some advice or even a little help. Looking forward to the shower tray manufacturing vid. By the way in all your videos your children are so well behaved and clearly love the adventures you guys go on as a family. Well done to you both and the very very best of luck with your new business.
Thank you Ed, be sure to send us some photos of your build and if you need any help you know where I am. The kids are well behaved to be fair, they have their moments but they are kids 💙🙌🏻
Amazing how far your business has got. My son is at college doing Carpentry, I’d love him to get into van building. Can’t wait to see you do more, one that maybe more retro 🌸
Cracking idea from Shane, we can see who the real brauns of the outfit is 😂 Seriously though guys, huge congratulations to you and if I may offer some advice, don't sign a long lease on the new unit, I think you'll be moving to bigger premises again soon 🙂
Hey Stu another good informative video. Great to see you guys doing so well and looks like you have a good team and at the same time sorted a good work live balance out 👏👍
What a fantastic episode this was! So gutted for the Kiwis but sounds like they have struck lucky with Vanology!!! Great to see the old timer still out there doing it.... hopefully the wife and I can do the same, unless she finally has enough of me! Keep up the good work mate!
Great to see the van can be saved. It's also refreshing that you keep to a high standard. The one thing I noticed you saying " we are going to have a race". This always means that someone has to lose ?. Which is a negative. If the works needed have been priced rightly then there is no need to " race ". Snagging work is a money loser. I noticed that you had three attempts to profile a piece of furniture and made a great job of it but a fixed template or even an adjustable template would help. An example, I worked where good quality cabinet work was needed. For years they had breakout when machining the 90 Deg needed for the corners. It meant glue and tape to rectify the problem. I suggested a " tufnall" spring loaded block for resistance, problem solved. Sadly only a small step up the ladder was offered. Keep up the good work.
I can’t wait to see what the body shop does to this van to fix it, will be awesome. The race isn’t too serious it’s a bit of fun between us. I’m still working on their van as they are in mine 💙🙌🏻
You guys are cooking! Absolutely gutted for the Kiwi folks, but glad to see it's the van and not them...hope the chassis isn't warped in anyway - that looked like a pretty nasty rear-ender, but testament to the build quality of the van (and your work - none of those cupboards came down, etc.!). Take it easy with the expansion...work to live, and all that! Oh - looking forward to seeing how you make the shower...I need to do that in the next month, so need to learn. Power to your elbows! 🙂
Thankfully the inspector confirm the chassis and relevant parts are all good it’s just the rear doors and pillar took the brunt of it. Thanks mate appreciate it 👊🏻
what a shame for the New Zealanders, glad their ok and the van is going to be sorted out for them. Another great couple of vans coming on, well done guys 🙂
What a bummer having that rear end smash . . . They must be SO disappointed😢😢 Hope you can get it 'as new' again 💯💯 real soon. I found the scribing very interesting as I've got a job like that coming up ... good job 💯👌👌
Couldn’t believe it when they sent me the photos out of the blue, but between us and our friends over at Paintworx we are going to get this van a second chance 👊🏻
Quality will out. Ive been watching your journey and to see your rapid growth is testimony to your commitment. Look forward to furure episodes. Very interested in your custom shower trays as thats always an issue in conversions😊
Just a thought! If your cupboard wall was formed as a continuation of your bulkhead you may get an extra 12 to 18mm width to your storage unit, which I am guessing might be on runners like a larder. Looking double busy
😮vans can be fixed but people can't, they were very lucky. What great work you are all doing, Master's at work 👍 The old Welsh gentleman was lovely, it just goes to show that you're never too old 🫶🍻
I’ve been watching your videos since you started this channel and you are a genius. You take such pride in your work that it’s no wonder you’re growing the business so quickly. I have a Motorhome so not sure if you can help but I have a broken spring on a door latch. I have been trying to source a replacement for months now and struggling. Burstner want £650 to replace the whole mechanism but it’s just a spring. I have found places that would make one but they all need the spring out as a template and I haven’t yet found anyone who would make it whilst I wait which I need as we live in the van. Is that something you could do or do you know anyone who could help us? Any ideas greatly appreciated
Your right I did and whilst I’d love to this the reality is you guys are keeping me super busy, have been doing 7 days a week most weeks too. That said I will endeavour to get more done for you guys 💙👍🏻
loving the vids , i am in the process of converting my sprinter, what a mission ,,, i noticed you use the renogy rover with separate charger . i am looking at the renogy 50a dc to dc mppt all in one charger . Any reason you don't use this model ,,,, loving the vids they have given me loads of ideas and helped me out when i have getting stuck ,, cheers keep them coming . 👍👍
Well done stu glad to see the business growing, great quality . Like that you listen to tips from subscribers, that’s the way you get to 89 mun 😂😂 class well done both good luck 👍👍👍🏴🇬🇧🇨🇦🦢
Another cracking, informative video. One thing I'd love to know is where you hook the D+ signal cable into from the Renogy DC-DC MPPT? I've been struggling to find the answer to this one 😩. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Colin, in the cab next to the cigarette lighter there is a circular cap, pop this off and it exposes three cables one is the ground and one is an ignition live, I use my multi meter to work out which one as there is a third cable there the same colours 👍🏻
I'm totally baffled as to where & how to go about connecting this D+ cable in the Citroen Relay. While running the cables in conduit under the van is it necessary to put the D+ cable in with the conduit too.? More importantly where does the actual D+ wire go to.? I've heard it can be wired in to the back of the cigarette lighter, I'd dearly love to see how this is achieved.
We run the D+ cable with the dc/dc cable in conduit under van. We bring it into the battery box but is longer so we can then take it up to the circular cap next to the cigarette lighter where you’ll find an ignition love cable underneath 👍🏻🚐
Is the New Zealand van for some Kiwis to travel around the UK/Europe or are they planning on brining it into New Zealand? Sorry to say, if that van is coming to New Zealand it won't pass compliance to be registered here as its had an accident resulting in structural damage to the rear pillar. Not sure if they knew that also to gain compliance the van has to be stripped out too - so that all the panels can be inspected for damage/repair. Cars have all the inner door panels etc stripped off for the same process.
It’s for them to travel the UK and Europe, they did mention potentially getting it to Australia and seeing if once done there it can be taken to New Zealand
@@VanologyConversions Sadly makes no difference what country it is imported from - same strip down and assessment for Compliance & Registration here. Its a bit frustrating when the repairs are done properly and as good as when the vehicle was new - but too many bodged ones in the past. Oz has been a problem with a lot of sub-standard repairs and water damaged vehicles bought by a few dodgy dealers/importers in NZ in the past
Not good for the NZ van but the main thing is the people are safe...it looks a mess but I'll bet it come back as looking new.. don't get me going on insurance companies and their irrational decisions..😐 As for the old boy.. absolutely amazing. If I'm still above ground at age 89 and his wife aged 90 I'll be happy let alone driving about in a van..my hat off and best wishes to him and his wife. Catch you guys on the next one..🤠
Does anyone know if the peugeot boxer van L3L2 is a legal height for a campervan conversion so you can change the logbook thanks to anyone that can help
@VanologyConversions thanks been watching videos for a few years now but now ready to buy one but looking for the right kind of van and thank you for your help
It’s ridiculous then they said they may be able to repair it but will take 6 weeks 🤣 between us and paintworx we are going to get it done in 10 days 👊🏻
We have been struggling to do videos recently, I've been training new staff, building vans, dealing with customers but that said I appreciate that this channel has also got our business to where it is today we will endeavour to get as many videos out as we can 💙
Why? Care to explain you reasoning behind you comment, or are you just a key board warrior who thinks they can do better but sits behind a desk in an office? Don't watch then simply.
What damage never seen f all but have him talking about his business is it more click bait shocking wets the damage van ? Now on the list of click bait RUclipsrs not to watch.thing is he has no need to click bait good videos 😢
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Fair play to you for getting their Van sorted. The main thing with any accident is nobody got hurt. Vehicles can be repaired, bits replaced, insurance gets used but that's what its for.
Thankfully they were fine just upset by their new travel van but all sorted now and they are enjoying their adventures 👍🏻🚐
You guys need to release a book.
Detailing your three favourite layouts and a bunch of how too guides for the most difficult jobs. I would buy that in a heartbeat.
Maybe one day lol need some more experience behind me yet 👍🏻🚐
Always enjoy your content, down to earth, honest and real dedication to a quality job 👍
Thank you very much 💙
Oh the poor New Zealand couple. Fair play to you helping them out. Love the older gentleman still campervaning 🎉
We will get it sorted for them and get them back in their adventures 🚐 he is such a lovely guy, was a pleasure to meet him
Brilliant video thank you for explaining everything. Poor people with the lorry shame , what a legend the old chap cheers 😎👍
Thanks Leonard, we’ll get it fixed for them and get it back on the road 🚐
I could listen to his Welsh Accent all day
I’m glad you can it does my head in when editing 😂🚐
The process I use to hide the screw heads on carpeted boards is the following (works a treat and is super quick):
1. fully glue/carpet the board
2. screw the board in place (with a just couple of screws, for positioning) but don't screw the screws all the way home.
3. then I put a small slit in the carpet (1-2cm in length) with the screw dead in the centre of the slit
4. you can then screw the screw all the way home and it disappears through the slit and under the carpet.
5. push the two 'halves' of the slit down over the screw head. The glue that you originally used adheres it back to the board.
6. finish by putting a few more slits in the carpet wherever you'll need a screw, then drill/screw, and repeat.
Hope that helps anyone reading.
Thanks for sharing silo 👍🏻🚐
Nice to see Grampa John still on his travels
What a lovely guy and a true van life legend 🚐
Another great video Stuart, every build I watch I think I could have another van but may just carry on dreaming.....amazing how quickly things have moved from your first build...dont burn yourselves out though......
Thank you Sandy, we are always here is ever you need one 🚐
@@VanologyConversions what is the average cost of a build out genuine interest ball park average be good to know
I absolutely love this channel. Stu explains everything so so well and I could watch these videos all day. I been following you guys since the RRs and the floor problems in your old motorhome. Now I’m hooked on the Vanology conversions and his has inspired me to build my own van. We currently have a caravan which we’re selling early next year and I’ll then start converting a Boxer. I’m a retired aircraft engineer so hopefully my old skills will come into play. We live in Somerset so not too far from you and no doubt I’ll be in touch for some advice or even a little help. Looking forward to the shower tray manufacturing vid. By the way in all your videos your children are so well behaved and clearly love the adventures you guys go on as a family. Well done to you both and the very very best of luck with your new business.
Thank you Ed, be sure to send us some photos of your build and if you need any help you know where I am. The kids are well behaved to be fair, they have their moments but they are kids 💙🙌🏻
Amazing how far your business has got. My son is at college doing Carpentry, I’d love him to get into van building. Can’t wait to see you do more, one that maybe more retro 🌸
Your son is doing what I did many years ago 🙌🏻
Cracking idea from Shane, we can see who the real brauns of the outfit is 😂 Seriously though guys, huge congratulations to you and if I may offer some advice, don't sign a long lease on the new unit, I think you'll be moving to bigger premises again soon 🙂
Thank you 🙌🏻 our landlord is awesome he is building this unit for us as we speak and very flexible 🚐🚐
Great videos love the educational angle to them and love to see your business thrive keep up the good work
Thanks mate 🫡
Brilliant video pal u Explain everything well. Thank you😊
Thanks John 👊🏻🚐
Hey Stu another good informative video. Great to see you guys doing so well and looks like you have a good team and at the same time sorted a good work live balance out 👏👍
Thanks Mark, the dynamic is now coming together 👊🏻🚐
Great vlog your work is great
Be safe
Thanks mate 👍🏻🚐
What a fantastic episode this was! So gutted for the Kiwis but sounds like they have struck lucky with Vanology!!! Great to see the old timer still out there doing it.... hopefully the wife and I can do the same, unless she finally has enough of me! Keep up the good work mate!
Thanks mate, you can’t help but feel for how unlucky they were but the are safe and sound and we can fix the van 👊🏻🚐
The conversions you do are always tidy. I hope we're still motorhoming when we are 89 he's very spritely for his age
Thank you, me too and he is such a character 💙🚐
Great to see the van can be saved.
It's also refreshing that you keep to a high standard.
The one thing I noticed you saying " we are going to have a race".
This always means that someone has to lose ?. Which is a negative.
If the works needed have been priced rightly then there is no need to " race ".
Snagging work is a money loser.
I noticed that you had three attempts to profile a piece of furniture and made a great job of it but a fixed template or even an adjustable template would help.
An example, I worked where good quality cabinet work was needed.
For years they had breakout when machining the 90 Deg needed for the corners. It meant glue and tape to rectify the problem.
I suggested a " tufnall" spring loaded block for resistance, problem solved. Sadly only a small step up the ladder was offered.
Keep up the good work.
I can’t wait to see what the body shop does to this van to fix it, will be awesome. The race isn’t too serious it’s a bit of fun between us. I’m still working on their van as they are in mine 💙🙌🏻
You guys are cooking! Absolutely gutted for the Kiwi folks, but glad to see it's the van and not them...hope the chassis isn't warped in anyway - that looked like a pretty nasty rear-ender, but testament to the build quality of the van (and your work - none of those cupboards came down, etc.!). Take it easy with the expansion...work to live, and all that! Oh - looking forward to seeing how you make the shower...I need to do that in the next month, so need to learn. Power to your elbows! 🙂
Thankfully the inspector confirm the chassis and relevant parts are all good it’s just the rear doors and pillar took the brunt of it. Thanks mate appreciate it 👊🏻
what a shame for the New Zealanders, glad their ok and the van is going to be sorted out for them. Another great couple of vans coming on, well done guys 🙂
Thank you 💙
What a bummer having that rear end smash . . . They must be SO disappointed😢😢 Hope you can get it 'as new' again 💯💯 real soon.
I found the scribing very interesting as I've got a job like that coming up ... good job 💯👌👌
Couldn’t believe it when they sent me the photos out of the blue, but between us and our friends over at Paintworx we are going to get this van a second chance 👊🏻
Quality will out.
Ive been watching your journey and to see your rapid growth is testimony to your commitment.
Look forward to furure episodes.
Very interested in your custom shower trays as thats always an issue in conversions😊
Thanks mate , the shower tray will be in one of our upcoming videos 👊🏻🚐
@@VanologyConversions Make sure of two drainage points.
Hi Stu, put the table in that little gap left by the bulkhead!! 👍
Good idea mate we have been talking about some way to make use of the space albeit very small 👊🏻🚐
@@VanologyConversions Hi Stu, I don't suppose the gap is wide enough to use the top
half as a wine rack for a couple of bottles?🤔🍾🍾
Great video mate love your work. 👍🏻
Thanks mate 👊🏻
I hope I look as good as that when I’m 89. What a star.
Such a nice guy to was a pleasure to help him enjoy his last year 🚐
Just a thought! If your cupboard wall was formed as a continuation of your bulkhead you may get an extra 12 to 18mm width to your storage unit, which I am guessing might be on runners like a larder.
Looking double busy
You are right but it would then mean the bum head would have to have a join in it as the boards aren’t big enough to cover the full height and width
Top notch Stu! 👍
Thanks Tim 👊🏻🚐
Glad to hear the New Zealand folk are OK, vans cam always be repaired/replaced.
Exactly Mark they were extremely gutted which is understandable but we can fix it 👊🏻🚐
😮vans can be fixed but people can't, they were very lucky. What great work you are all doing, Master's at work 👍 The old Welsh gentleman was lovely, it just goes to show that you're never too old 🫶🍻
Exactly they walked away from it all un hurt just unlucky. The ole chap is a right legend I take my hat off to him 🫡
I’ve been watching your videos since you started this channel and you are a genius. You take such pride in your work that it’s no wonder you’re growing the business so quickly. I have a Motorhome so not sure if you can help but I have a broken spring on a door latch. I have been trying to source a replacement for months now and struggling. Burstner want £650 to replace the whole mechanism but it’s just a spring. I have found places that would make one but they all need the spring out as a template and I haven’t yet found anyone who would make it whilst I wait which I need as we live in the van. Is that something you could do or do you know anyone who could help us? Any ideas greatly appreciated
Morning, I’m sorry I’m not familiar with that mechanism and would t know where to start. Have you tried a local independent repairer?
@@VanologyConversions don’t worry. It was a bit of a long shot. I have tried local but no luck.
Another fab video 👍
Thanks mate 🫡🚐
Brilliant videos.. question why all that vectron battery stuff... Y not use clayton power
For the cost of a Clayton system I can build that system with a larger battery capacity for the same money 👍🏻
When are we going to see more of your conversions- you said you would be doing a couple of videos per week
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Your right I did and whilst I’d love to this the reality is you guys are keeping me super busy, have been doing 7 days a week most weeks too. That said I will endeavour to get more done for you guys 💙👍🏻
loving the vids , i am in the process of converting my sprinter, what a mission ,,, i noticed you use the renogy rover with separate charger . i am looking at the renogy 50a dc to dc mppt all in one charger . Any reason you don't use this model ,,,, loving the vids they have given me loads of ideas and helped me out when i have getting stuck ,, cheers keep them coming . 👍👍
Thanks mate, we don’t use it as when your driving it won’t take any charge in on solar so we keep them separate to maximise the charging ⚡️🚐
@@VanologyConversions ahh I just learned something new again . 👍👍👍 thanks
Hi, nice conversions and great videos. One question why do you run a negative for the B2B, couldn't you use the van chassis?
You can use the van chassis for the negative, I personally like to run one straight to the battery.
Bugger for the New Zealanders, look forward to you gents working the magic for them. Rubber mat in garage Stu that from Amazon?
We will do our best for them, we get the rubber matting from coveranysurface 👍🏻
Well done stu glad to see the business growing, great quality . Like that you listen to tips from subscribers, that’s the way you get to 89 mun 😂😂 class well done both good luck 👍👍👍🏴🇬🇧🇨🇦🦢
Thanks guys 👊🏻🚐
Another cracking, informative video. One thing I'd love to know is where you hook the D+ signal cable into from the Renogy DC-DC MPPT? I've been struggling to find the answer to this one 😩. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Colin, in the cab next to the cigarette lighter there is a circular cap, pop this off and it exposes three cables one is the ground and one is an ignition live, I use my multi meter to work out which one as there is a third cable there the same colours 👍🏻
@VanologyConversions Excellent! I'll be onto that tomorrow. Cheers.
What LED diffuser strip do you use?
They are on our Amazon shop mate, link is in the description 👍🏻🚐
Stu where do you get your bedroom lights from please.
Gutted for the New Zealanders, but hopefully you are able to salvage it for them,
We get them from Amazon they’ve been working well for us so keep using them, link amzn.to/3VmYOZ5
@@VanologyConversions awesome thanks
Nice work. What is the average price of a conversion on a Peugeot boxer?
Thank you, our conversions start from £10k onwards depending on your designs and ideas 👍🏻🚐
What material do you use for the electric board mate? Is it normal ply?
We used to use ply but have recently change to mdf as it doesn’t chip with all the little holes we put in it for the cables ⚡️🚐
I'm totally baffled as to where & how to go about connecting this D+ cable in the Citroen Relay. While running the cables in conduit under the van is it necessary to put the D+ cable in with the conduit too.? More importantly where does the actual D+ wire go to.? I've heard it can be wired in to the back of the cigarette lighter, I'd dearly love to see how this is achieved.
We run the D+ cable with the dc/dc cable in conduit under van. We bring it into the battery box but is longer so we can then take it up to the circular cap next to the cigarette lighter where you’ll find an ignition love cable underneath 👍🏻🚐
@@VanologyConversions Thanks Stu, you are a diamond lad. This has been a ball buster in holding me back from making progress.
Another great video Stu. Do you struggle to keep your bigger vans under the 3500kg weight limit?
So far we have always had good payloads with our best one at 860kg 👊🏻🚐
Where you at taff im in brecon in the middle of a sprinter build if your up for a chat?
In Bridgend mate, always welcome for a cuppa 👍🏻🚐
Is the New Zealand van for some Kiwis to travel around the UK/Europe or are they planning on brining it into New Zealand? Sorry to say, if that van is coming to New Zealand it won't pass compliance to be registered here as its had an accident resulting in structural damage to the rear pillar. Not sure if they knew that also to gain compliance the van has to be stripped out too - so that all the panels can be inspected for damage/repair. Cars have all the inner door panels etc stripped off for the same process.
It’s for them to travel the UK and Europe, they did mention potentially getting it to Australia and seeing if once done there it can be taken to New Zealand
@@VanologyConversions Sadly makes no difference what country it is imported from - same strip down and assessment for Compliance & Registration here. Its a bit frustrating when the repairs are done properly and as good as when the vehicle was new - but too many bodged ones in the past. Oz has been a problem with a lot of sub-standard repairs and water damaged vehicles bought by a few dodgy dealers/importers in NZ in the past
Not good for the NZ van but the main thing is the people are safe...it looks a mess but I'll bet it come back as looking new.. don't get me going on insurance companies and their irrational decisions..😐
As for the old boy.. absolutely amazing. If I'm still above ground at age 89 and his wife aged 90 I'll be happy let alone driving about in a van..my hat off and best wishes to him and his wife.
Catch you guys on the next one..🤠
Exactly mate and he is an absolute van life legend and such a character as well 🚐
Does anyone know if the peugeot boxer van L3L2 is a legal height for a campervan conversion so you can change the logbook thanks to anyone that can help
Yes this can be changed on the v5 log book as long as their criteria is met 👍🏻🚐
@VanologyConversions thanks been watching videos for a few years now but now ready to buy one but looking for the right kind of van and thank you for your help
had our brand new van only 4 days and a tree fell on it 😭
Hopefully no one was hurt 💙🚐
Lengthways beds are such a huge waste of space. IMHO
I’m not a fan of them unless the layout calls for it 👍🏻🚐
Insurance companies now write vehicles off using AI, getting worse, hence the rising cost of insuring vehicles!
It’s ridiculous then they said they may be able to repair it but will take 6 weeks 🤣 between us and paintworx we are going to get it done in 10 days 👊🏻
@@VanologyConversions Look forward to you proving them wrong, moneuy grabbing gits
Not so many vlogs now you business is booming
We have been struggling to do videos recently, I've been training new staff, building vans, dealing with customers but that said I appreciate that this channel has also got our business to where it is today we will endeavour to get as many videos out as we can 💙
Hello not being critical stu love your channel 👍
I know mate it was more of an explanation to the wider community but did address it somewhat in tonight’s video 👍🏻🚐
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Click bait your one of life's people to avoid 😢😢
Why? Care to explain you reasoning behind you comment, or are you just a key board warrior who thinks they can do better but sits behind a desk in an office? Don't watch then simply.
Did you watch the video 👀 no click bait here
@@VanologyConversions sorry mate we all have bad day !,,,
What damage never seen f all but have him talking about his business is it more click bait shocking wets the damage van ? Now on the list of click bait RUclipsrs not to watch.thing is he has no need to click bait good videos 😢
What you on about? It was just over half way through the video? Can clearly see the back doors has been smashed in?
If you watched the video then you wouldn’t have missed it 🥴 and the channel is called Vanology conversions 🫡