Love the van! Ours is a little bit younger than yours, but still no spring chicken at 20! Some things that we learnt the hard way that might be helpful to you...You can change your strip lights to LEDs really easily and you will notice a HUGE difference in the power draw. You can get a cheap roll of foil backed insulation for a tenner from B&Q or similar and make some screens, especially for the cab windscreen and side windows....again, you'll immediately notice a difference. Lastly, in winter, rugs are your friend...even cheapo ones from a market will add a layer on insulation on your floor and make the whole van warmer...plus a bit softer on the feet as well! Good luck!
You either love or hate the old Talbot. We both love our old motorhome. Despite its problems. We are both too old to live in a van. Cheers from old George and Jane 👍👫🇬🇧
Great video. Iv got the same Van live init full time for the passed 6 month's. It's only just broken down the rear wheel bearing have packed up. So just waiting for new part's
Hi just subbed, I have the same van! and like you I bought it to live in. Been working on it over the winter and its now on the road. I have solar which I installed and it runs my 12v TV/Monitor all day and evening no problem. I produce more power than I use! very cheap to buy too. I kept my thetford toilet and have no issues to empty it. Ive done a lot of work on the van and installing a deisal heater was great and very cheap to run. look forward to more videos. If you need any suggestions on how to improve it just email me. I am a film maker too. great channel: edited comment I saw your channel picture has the old pier in weston! I filmed it in 2015 lol
Hey dude, any help you can offer re power would be great. I have a leisure battery that sorts out the lights, but not even a USB socket in sight!! I'm crap with things like this but need to get better!! Hope you're enjoying the summer!
@@leehoddinott5782 change your existing lights to LED very easy cheap last 8 times longer lol. USB in the cig socket will work but not great for the starter battery. I may make a van tour too of mine to show how i made it solar on the cheap lol
I have a 2019 state of the art sprinter conversion and I have to say it is characterless compared to your Talbot express, i,m worried so much about breaking it that I can’t live in it and use it, I love your van, from the checkered upholstery to the stainless control panel, it just oozes character. Ps get a gimble, your making me dizzy 👍 subbed
More van stuff please, I've just bought a LWB Talbot 1989 and it's completely rotten so it's all stripped ready to be rebuilt. Would love to hear more pros and cons and things on your wishlist for off-grid living. Based down on the south coast of the UK
I would be carefull of all the extra weight also doin a service filters etc is very easy i can do it in 45mins even first time as a novice was onliy 2 hrs the talbot is very easy to do repairs on its good to learn parts are cheap if your goin to keep it for a few yrs
Have you joined the talbotoc forum yet? Lots of useful info. Also I can tell who to avoid dealing with.... I'll message you if you like. We have a Talbot Express Highwayman 1989. It's a money pit 😁
This is so inspiring!! I have a 1992 version of this van that I bought last year during lockdown. She has a wood burner for those cold nights but no electric system!! You've reminded me how amazing they can be for more than just a few days! I'm gonna find me someone that can help with the electrics, unless you know anyone in Wales lol? Thanks again Buddy, hope you and Bert have many many adventures to come!
I'd recommend getting a standing desk first then just stand when working, sit when taking breaks. Honestly, it doesn't take that much getting used to and I literally never have any back problems. I used to have so many different pains in my back from sitting all day. Never get any problems now!
Love the van! Ours is a little bit younger than yours, but still no spring chicken at 20! Some things that we learnt the hard way that might be helpful to you...You can change your strip lights to LEDs really easily and you will notice a HUGE difference in the power draw. You can get a cheap roll of foil backed insulation for a tenner from B&Q or similar and make some screens, especially for the cab windscreen and side windows....again, you'll immediately notice a difference. Lastly, in winter, rugs are your friend...even cheapo ones from a market will add a layer on insulation on your floor and make the whole van warmer...plus a bit softer on the feet as well! Good luck!
Thanks a lot for the tips!! I do actually have LED’s but forgot to put it in the video haha.
Sounds great :)
thx for your video
Get your gear linkages replaced to make your lever firm
You either love or hate the old Talbot. We both love our old motorhome. Despite its problems. We are both too old to live in a van. Cheers from old George and Jane 👍👫🇬🇧
This is how i do the plonk. love it XD great humour mate. got a 1989 Fiat Ducato / Talbot Express, thanks for bigging up the classic vans!
what a great video thanks very much for sharing.
I've just recently bought a Talbot express, going to take her all around Ireland ! Just discovered your channel , you have a new subscriber!! 🙂
Thanks! My channel is a bit dead but I'm posting travel videos over on my shared channel with my partner here :) www.youtube.com/@beandoddsy
@@Doddsy I've subscribed to your new channel! I'm going to be posting some videos from my antics in the Talbot on my channel 🙂
Enjoyed this mate. Do more vlogs and videos of the van!
Big thank Price I shall do! :)
Just watching this now. Class 🖤
Clearly, Burt is the mintest van of all the mint spots to live out there.
Agreed!!
@@Doddsy where you from you sound local I'm from Northumberland
@@theoddjobcentre6686 Yeah from Newcastle :)
Great video. Iv got the same Van live init full time for the passed 6 month's. It's only just broken down the rear wheel bearing have packed up. So just waiting for new part's
Heyy! Just purchased a Talbot express, planning to travel Europe, loved the video bud
Hahah intro is hilarious. So happy I got to know Burt in person *_*
Hahah thanks man yeah I'm glad we've had a few adventures in Burt!
Hi just subbed, I have the same van! and like you I bought it to live in. Been working on it over the winter and its now on the road. I have solar which I installed and it runs my 12v TV/Monitor all day and evening no problem. I produce more power than I use! very cheap to buy too. I kept my thetford toilet and have no issues to empty it. Ive done a lot of work on the van and installing a deisal heater was great and very cheap to run. look forward to more videos. If you need any suggestions on how to improve it just email me. I am a film maker too. great channel: edited comment I saw your channel picture has the old pier in weston! I filmed it in 2015 lol
Hey dude, any help you can offer re power would be great. I have a leisure battery that sorts out the lights, but not even a USB socket in sight!! I'm crap with things like this but need to get better!! Hope you're enjoying the summer!
@@leehoddinott5782 change your existing lights to LED very easy cheap last 8 times longer lol. USB in the cig socket will work but not great for the starter battery. I may make a van tour too of mine to show how i made it solar on the cheap lol
Hi welcome to talbot express, I have a Talbot Express Autosleeper harmony 1992 4 berth
Got a naughty setup there mate! Definitely interested in hearing more of your stories of your van/travels
*Massive Wode*
The biggest wode ♥️
Just found your channel... new subscriber. I have a feeling this will be good!
Love this hehehe Bert tour finally woooo keep at it Lewis :D
Thanks friend!!
@@Doddsy Burt* oh gosh soz Burt
I have a 2019 state of the art sprinter conversion and I have to say it is characterless compared to your Talbot express, i,m worried so much about breaking it that I can’t live in it and use it, I love your van, from the checkered upholstery to the stainless control panel, it just oozes character. Ps get a gimble, your making me dizzy 👍 subbed
I love Burt
Burt loves you
Deeeeeeeelightful!
1 nice to u
Get your gear linkages done. You can get the. gear stick brilliant without big expenditure.
Hey everyone, I'm not posting so much on this channel due to life things. Here's where I'm posting more consistently! www.youtube.com/@beandoddsy
Nice video mate!
Thanks!!
The grill you a round grill that seats on one of the ring if yo need toast. My heater is good it's a propex but uses a bit of gas.
More van stuff please, I've just bought a LWB Talbot 1989 and it's completely rotten so it's all stripped ready to be rebuilt. Would love to hear more pros and cons and things on your wishlist for off-grid living. Based down on the south coast of the UK
How did your build go i have the same van
Perth is where i live, it's actually a City lol. Great video though and i will be subscribing.
Thanks Will! I had a nice time there to be fair, lovely walks!
I would be carefull of all the extra weight also doin a service filters etc is very easy i can do it in 45mins even first time as a novice was onliy 2 hrs the talbot is very easy to do repairs on its good to learn parts are cheap if your goin to keep it for a few yrs
Belta like
big belta nice
Have you joined the talbotoc forum yet? Lots of useful info. Also I can tell who to avoid dealing with.... I'll message you if you like. We have a Talbot Express Highwayman 1989. It's a money pit 😁
This is so inspiring!! I have a 1992 version of this van that I bought last year during lockdown. She has a wood burner for those cold nights but no electric system!! You've reminded me how amazing they can be for more than just a few days! I'm gonna find me someone that can help with the electrics, unless you know anyone in Wales lol? Thanks again Buddy, hope you and Bert have many many adventures to come!
It will run on veg oil believe it or not dont knock it so much it might be old but so what I sold mine yrs ago and have regretted it ever since
Hey man how’s the Talbot going? Currently working on a 94 Talbot to live in. Any pointers I would be grateful 🙏🏻
I'm thinking of buying a 1991 LWB Talbot Express Eldis, 94K on the the clock. Would you recommend?
How do you get used to the stand up desk set up? I'm hunched over my desk all day, but can't imagine standing over it all day!
I'd recommend getting a standing desk first then just stand when working, sit when taking breaks. Honestly, it doesn't take that much getting used to and I literally never have any back problems. I used to have so many different pains in my back from sitting all day. Never get any problems now!
I'm very stressed about your heater that only works in warm weather!
Winter was tough haha
Buy a few spot lights they use less than the original lights
Thanks for the tip :)
Hand wound torch useful as a backup light source.
you promised