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Hi thankyou so much for this great idea and video, I am in the spring redoing a campervan, interior and electrics also exterior and solar. I have a legacy Sargent ec155 shore power unit, that will not charge the newer Lithium batteries. So having this relay to switch between either or is really awesome for using most of the same sockets and devices as the inverter. I was thinking of a similar relay system for the 12 volt side using the automotive relay units. Thanks again. All the best...Ray

Ha ha! That was very funny and very detailed and as informative as ever. 😊👍

Make sure if you go with a bespoke builder like S&L do level 3 insulation for Europe spec

Stick with a branded name like Adria don’t go with a non tier 1 brand

this was really useful and understandable - thanks

It's a good way of using all your space and definitely worth doing

Why was it cancelled this year after such amazing reviews ??

Hi David Wondering if you could let me know your set up and how long off grid we have cv 40 similar to yours as we think of changing batteries Thanks

S&L have just launched a 6ft 6inch bed in their Apollo without losing space on the kitchen and washroom side.

Just discovered your channel, a very interesting and thoughtful watch. I’ve had camper vans for years now. I travel for work so have a long list of requirements like yourselves. One thing I’ve learnt over the years is….. can save approximately 50% if you buy a brand new van and take it to a trusted converter. I tend to do this every 5 years. Personally, I wouldn’t dream of spending £90k on a factory fitted van, even though it would be hugely beneficial from a tax point of view 😊. All the best with your search, I look forward to seeing what you settle on 👍.

Hi. I'm tall like David so sleeping arrangements is a priority. I have a question. If you were able to go for a Consort, which model would you choose and why? Thanks.

I have a 100w solar panel with a victron Bluetooth pwm controller. What do i need to allow the solar to trickle charge the vehicle battery. Its a newish van so i assume a smart alternator. I dont think this B2B is the product to do this

Hi David! Are your leisure battery lithium?

Haha brilliant

Absolutely brilliant 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂 not laughed so much in ages 👍 ... 😘🤗❤👵🏾🐾🐾🐾🤠 xxxx

I have the 30A version currently (pun intended!). Can you confirm that the 50A output is maintained over say 1-2 hours if battery has been depleted. I have fitted a temp controlled fan on my 30A (400watt) version and that helps to keep it at above 25A but would be interested to know if the 50A (700watt) maintains its output??? Thanks for any reply, great informative video 😃

oh my god, we love this so much, keep the fun like this in them, im not the one for watching reviews but this made me watch it

Cracking vlog david, love your sense of humour 😂 hope Rachel is ok. See you soon x

In due course i think we will think about cctv. We're think about Reolink.... any insights? N&Nx

Great update on your CCTV install 👍

Hi David, informative as always. I’m not a technical expert, but I do come from a security background that uses technical equipment, which is seen as a tool within a tool box of security tools available. I’m taking your need for this camera system, is a physical deterrence, a reporting deterrent post event and an emotional feeling of safety if inside the vehicle or away from the vehicle. Security tools work best, when placed in multi layered system. In our CamperVan, our security approach we use is… S - Situation - Understanding where and when we will need it. Parked at home or when using the Van, because this analysis effects choices to use as a layered security system. E - Environment. When using the Van, always be selective of where to stay or park when away from the Van to minimise risk. C - Cut-Offs. The Van is immobilised by not only the ignition key, but a secondary key, to connect the cut-off kill switch of the immobilisation system. Cut-offs can also be physical barriers such as external wheel locks, additional door locks, pedal and steering wheel locks. U - Utensils. Physical barriers that delay doors, windows opening and usage of pedals and steering wheel locks as well as outside wheel locks. R - Reporting. Done by use of a tracker and remote access to it, with its own power-supply separate from the Vans engine and habitation batteries. Reporting can also be done by the Camera system you have installed, though once a Criminal is inside a Van, this system is easy to disarm as the data box is never hidden and always placed in a storage area. Reporting also covers physical noise systems as warnings and deterrence. I - Insurance. An insurance that covers all eventualities, pays out for ‘full-new replacement’ and due to the security layered approach, all systems are recognised by the insurance company you use to help lower yearly insurance costs. Many fit systems that if not Thatcham approved, often have no effect on insurance premiums, even though many non Thatcham approved products are excellent. T - Technical. All technical systems in the security layered system can work as stand-alone, or together, with their own power sources away from the vehicles own systems, because if power was to be cut from the vehicle systems, they still need to function for a number of days. Technical covers all electrical security tools such as immobilisers, trackers, physical noise alarms and camera systems. Y - You. Meaning ‘you’ have to be content with regards understanding the systems, that for most people need to be easy and automated, so you don’t spend 5 minutes setting everything, every time you leave or enter the Van. Any security system that takes time from you, always fails, as you will not then set the system to work 100% of the time, due to the time to do so. You will always be the most important element of the layered security system, as the weak point of any security system, is always the human element with the person using it. Hope you have a layered system. Good security is never cheap, but good security helps minimise emotions with regards ‘fears’, helps offset insurance premium costs and delays a criminal long enough while tracking the event, to aid in disrupting the criminal event and aiding recovery of your precious items and Van. Let’s hope your camera systems are never needed for a criminal event. Safe travels to both of you & as always enjoying your content.

Been a while since I was in Burtree Caravans and one would do me, never mind three. Mind you nice to have a top three to choose from but one last check is always a good idea. I hope you get the one you really want, cheers Alan

Hi both, a top site for you to try. A few years ago prior to having our motorhome we had a lodge on Holgates Silverdale site, this a a fantastic David Bellamy award winner and is superb. Just set off on our first trip of this year, a week in the lakes prior to to our next trip down to Spain in a couple of weeks time. We decided to revisit Holgates Silverdale as they have added an area for Motorhomes and statics. Although not cheap £44 per night we think it’s great value, fully serviced pitch, but also includes full access to a fantastic indoor leisure complex with indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna, along with superb bar/restaurant where the food is great. Perfect for dog walking, and easy walking distance into Silverdale and Arnside where with lots of interesting shops, pubs and restaurants. *ps don’t forget Fidden Farm at Phionphort on Mull, we are back up there for a few weeks at the end of April (Our No1 site) Craig, Louise and Eddie the Cockerpoo

My Wife and I are planning a big road trip next year around the coastal routes of all the United Kingdom to celebrate our early retirement. We plan to spend a week on the Isle of Arran on our Scottish leg and this vlog has been so insightful to us planning our visit to this scenic island. As we are planning to camp the Seal Shore Campsite looks stunning with the sea views! Thank you so much 👍

You mentioned you like an automatic gearbox. As an owner of a warwick duo with an auto box, I can understand why, especially with the electric hand brake. It's great. Two year vehicle warranty is a bit mean though, especially as fiat offer a 5 year warranty on the same unconverted van.

East Neuk Campers in Anstruther, Scotland. A cut above the rest.

How loud are these small battery fans? Are they good for a night time fan?

We got married in the medieval hall at Crook Hall in 2019 amazing day 👀👍

Hi. Just about to fit the same unit on a 2008 caravan to replace the same BCA charger you had but I’m going for the 20 amp one as we are nearly always connected to mains hook up. 2 questions. How noisy is the fan and how have you got on mounting it horizontally? Victron want me to mount it vertically but there isn’t much room.

Got my van so I could stay away with my dog, can't do that so easily in a hotel.

I've subscribed and hit the light button 😊

Check the new Eriba 602 , crafter based end lounge 6m from Hymer and a grest price point and build

Consort make fantastic motorhomes 6m Reef would be my choice.

Excellent vlog about your search and so glad your taking your time. We took and year and a half to choose ours before getting a Wildax albeit a Solaris. So happy with it and the aftercare. They also were one of the first to offer an all electric option. There’s a great owners forum on face book, Wildax enthusiasts group which offers great advice and is very honest even with common issues and build quality. Our final choice was down to specialist converters, too many issues we came across with the larger manufacturers. Anyway whatever you go for I wish you well and at the end of the day we all have different requirements and you must put yours first.

Hi guys look forward to seeing what van you get,i like your current one, dont think i could have one not enough space and the price of some of them.🤦‍♀️ See you both soon,take care x

Hi David & Rachel, have you seen that the S&L Apollo, all electric, that you saw at the NEC show is currently reduced to 79 thousand at the S&L workshop? 😊

Can't you sleep on the passenger side ?? be so much easier 🙂 I think you have seen pretty much every van going, dout there will be much different at the NEC in Feb, but you never know 🙂 There is some great vans out there, nothing is a perfect van van but you can get very close to it with a bit of research and patience as what you are doing. Hope you find what you are after. All the best Trev Debz and Tyler

Yes pipe work to the combi boiler got hot when on hot water setting and the joint separated. Luckily I had some 12mm inserts on board so was able to repair .On checking the rest of the joints where access allowed showed no inserts fitted . On my old Trinute every joint had inserts and locking colletts. Watch out for other surprises with Wildax cant say on here.

When you want something bespoke, then I think a bespoke build is called for. I looked at an Adria Twin, but then I wanted better solar, a better dc to dc charger & lithium as a minimum. Then add in trackers & immobilizer it soon adds on to the price and you are pulling a new van apart. Difficult decisions for sure.

It’s so expensive to eat out these days…. Food isn’t that great and expensive was there the other day and stayed on the club site ❤

Check the Wildax pipework they appear not to use the pipe inserts on the push fit joints. My Wildax pipework failed in France in 2024 on a 73 plate van just a word of warning.

It's an interesting comparison ifyou eat out in stead of cooking in the van. However, I don't have my evening meal out and only have coffee for breakfast, I'm a member of both clubs so pay members fees or I stay on Aires, stopovers or CLs. So even taking in the cost of the food I buy in a shop, it's always going to be cheaper to go away in my campervan. Besides, I prefer the freedom and the peace. X

Hi David and Rachel, thanks for another great video. I'm sure you're the same, but we just love the freedom that the motorhome gives compared to hotels, regardless of cost. I think if our choice of holiday was cost driven, then we would probably end up in hotels. Even if you use free park-ups you still have the cost of ownership for a motorhome to factor in. I guess you know how much your own motorhome has cost you in depreciation, servicing, repairs etc over three years and how many nights you've spent away, so could calculate a cost of ownership per night. Please don't think I'm critisicing, I'm not and know that the video is just a fun comparison, which we very much enjoyed.

Good video. For my money you are going to go down the road of bespoke custom build, especially given your specific wanted features. We are about to start our search for the next van. Expect it be in around 18 months time. Will also likely go down the bespoke custom route as there is no perfect van out there! Also wanted to say I found your technical series on the lithium and inverter upgrades fantastic, really piqued my interest and has given me food for thought.👍

Interesting hearing what your thought processes have been over the past year. It will definitely help you to make the right decision going forward. Looking forward to seeing what you finally decide to go for 👍😊

Some great advice throughout that video and well done to you both for your patience! I am looking forward to hearing/seeing the winner :). Ian

Hi both :) I liked your answer to the question I asked before about 'why' , makes sense. I'm the opposite in that I hate automatics and don't use all the 'assist' stuff on my car so don't miss it in the van. We have the same layout as your CV20 and nothing else would work for us, so would be looking at the same options should we want to swap for a new one. One important aspect to us is available payload - is there much difference between them?

At the start of your video ,when you both listed your wants, I was shouting Consort at the screen, you then mentioned all electric, well Consort do an all electric pack now, so certainly worth a look, the build quality and customer service is just great, do the factory tour, it's well worth it

Fell in love with the Warwick XL when I had a look round this weekend, good luck

My wife has just shouted at the TV "don't buy a Wildax" Our experience was not very good 😢