A little word of warning, done this mod on our cv40 for extra space. But on ours there was another screw (impossible to see or get to) behind the fitted board holding it in, I applied a bit of pressure and ripped the unseen screw out, which made a slightly bigger hole in the ceiling, nothing too bad and as covered with the new boarding, was lucky could have been a lot worse.
That's the overcab mod done, can't believe how much space we've gained. 2 big pillows and 2 large throws and space left over. Regarding comments about ventilation, no worries when you look at Elddis's excellent pre installed when they cut any boards. Thanks again, cheers. I passed it on to a guy I know on a CV group and he's over the moon as well. Carry on with the great work and if people don't like any mods they can scroll on by, you won't be getting any thumbs down from me..
@@RickandHeather Credit where it's due. I'm sitting my good lady down to watch Heather's video about power etc tonight, hopefully she'll pay more attention the Heather than she does to me - normally the eyes glaze over about 12 volts and solar but she's coming round. Take care & stay safe but enjoy..
Hi Rick. Very much enjoyed the video, and don't agree with those who think by maximising spaces you are doing anything negative with your van. On the contrary, if/when you might come to sell it, any new owner would appreciate the very neat job you've done on all the storage projects you've done. Although we're now in a caravan, your vlogs on this have sent me around our van to check on any redundant spaces to see if I could use them better than the original construction. Thanks for sharing. George and Trish.
Great advice, that's exactly what I do in a van, put little shelves etc to make it suit me. We have a cv20 due, cant wait to do this, the piano hinge is genius. Also I put USB sockets in my old van and leds etc.
Great video, and I cannot see why people think you are ruining the van, you are either making use of dead space or improving the van with things you want in it.
Some people see you drilling holes or whatever and they think it’s wrong I guess? I haven’t paid 45k to put up with things that don’t suit me, I’ve been camping for 30 odd years so I know what works for me
I got the same with my 1986 caravan.... I only added blown air heating and a few sockets and the purists went nuts...! Maybe it was the USB outlets that sent em over the edge 🤣 After a few choice words... I was banned from the group 🙄 (story of my life) 🤣
It’s just barmy isn’t it you see people spending say £40k on a brand new golf GTI then modding it which to me seems far more silly then the sensible changes Rick has made here and those which Lee says about too
Good work again Rick I think the recess for that table pole are always a winner , we are always kicking our 4 legged table up in the air or catching our feet & tea going everywhere or the dogs nudging past etc drives us nuts . Great hacks 👍
Neat ideas well done, although one note of caution, it is not always a good idea to box in electrical equipment to tight especially when the apparatus may have cooling vents as they require the heat they build up inside to dissipate but, if you do, put several holes in the panels you're fitting to allow air to flow.
Hi Rick we’ve just bought our cv20 explorer and loving your tips and hacks, regarding your boxing in at the bottom of the wardrobe where did you get the finished wood that matches the original? Cheers and we’ve just came from a Vw t25 air cooled
Hi, the wood is from B&Q and a great match, you’ll love it from the T25 but you’ll miss the waves from dubbers, I miss my T2 and T5 but the CV20 is brilliant 🖤🏴☠️
@@RickandHeather cheers Rick! Our wardrobe came with a microwave which was a pain taking off the facia to remove it but all fine now! Reinstated the wardrobe so the wife’s happy! 😁
Prior Planning Preparation Prevents P**s Poor Performance. Liking the hacks & preparation you have done. Enhanced the Van, not destroyed. Ignore ignorance. Utrinque Paratus & Who Dares Wins Rick 👍✅
A little word of warning, done this mod on our cv40 for extra space. But on ours there was another screw (impossible to see or get to) behind the fitted board holding it in, I applied a bit of pressure and ripped the unseen screw out, which made a slightly bigger hole in the ceiling, nothing too bad and as covered with the new boarding, was lucky could have been a lot worse.
I’ll pin this comment to help others thanks Craig
That's the overcab mod done, can't believe how much space we've gained. 2 big pillows and 2 large throws and space left over. Regarding comments about ventilation, no worries when you look at Elddis's excellent pre installed when they cut any boards. Thanks again, cheers. I passed it on to a guy I know on a CV group and he's over the moon as well. Carry on with the great work and if people don't like any mods they can scroll on by, you won't be getting any thumbs down from me..
Ahhh thanks Tom! Comments like this make it worthwhile 🖤🏴☠️
@@RickandHeather Credit where it's due. I'm sitting my good lady down to watch Heather's video about power etc tonight, hopefully she'll pay more attention the Heather than she does to me - normally the eyes glaze over about 12 volts and solar but she's coming round. Take care & stay safe but enjoy..
Thanks Tom! If we ever cross paths shout hello! You’re at an advantage 😂
Hi Rick. Very much enjoyed the video, and don't agree with those who think by maximising spaces you are doing anything negative with your van. On the contrary, if/when you might come to sell it, any new owner would appreciate the very neat job you've done on all the storage projects you've done. Although we're now in a caravan, your vlogs on this have sent me around our van to check on any redundant spaces to see if I could use them better than the original construction. Thanks for sharing. George and Trish.
Thanks both, nice to hear you enjoyed it, thanks for the support 👍
Great advice, that's exactly what I do in a van, put little shelves etc to make it suit me. We have a cv20 due, cant wait to do this, the piano hinge is genius. Also I put USB sockets in my old van and leds etc.
I’ve got to add more usb, hopefully your cv comes soon!
And another excellent video, I'm starting the over cab mod tomorrow. Better late than never. Cheers.
It does gain a fair bit of space!
Fantastic ideas, you can never have enough storage. 👍
Especially in a smaller van. Thanks for watching
I think you do really well. If I had a new van it would have to stay the same as I am no good at DIY.
I’m not great but I get by, don’t look too close 😂
As Henry Royce ( Rolls Royce) once said…”Take the best and make it better!”😊👍
I’m not sure we have the best but we’re trying to work with it!
A rather nice video - some cunning plans here - Nice :) Pete & Kaz
Have to make the most of every bit of space after downsizing 😂
Great video, and I cannot see why people think you are ruining the van, you are either making use of dead space or improving the van with things you want in it.
Some people see you drilling holes or whatever and they think it’s wrong I guess? I haven’t paid 45k to put up with things that don’t suit me, I’ve been camping for 30 odd years so I know what works for me
I got the same with my 1986 caravan....
I only added blown air heating and a few sockets and the purists went nuts...!
Maybe it was the USB outlets that sent em over the edge 🤣
After a few choice words... I was banned from the group 🙄 (story of my life) 🤣
@@leelee1973la that’s just barmy
@@RickandHeather too right
It’s just barmy isn’t it you see people spending say £40k on a brand new golf GTI then modding it which to me seems far more silly then the sensible changes Rick has made here and those which Lee says about too
Some great ideas and simple too. Thanks Rick.
Happy to help! Thanks for watching 👍
Good work again Rick I think the recess for that table pole are always a winner , we are always kicking our 4 legged table up in the air or catching our feet & tea going everywhere or the dogs nudging past etc drives us nuts . Great hacks 👍
Our original table as supplied is in the house under the bed with the carpets 😂 I can’t even get my legs under it!
Neat ideas well done, although one note of caution, it is not always a good idea to box in electrical equipment to tight especially when the apparatus may have cooling vents as they require the heat they build up inside to dissipate but, if you do, put several holes in the panels you're fitting to allow air to flow.
Thanks for the advice 👍
Some great ideas there
Some borrowed some ours, basically after years of doing this I know what works for me. Thanks for watching and commenting
Didn’t see your bathroom hacks before. Good idea. Overall some very good ideas that work for you. Not long before you get to use it hopefully.
Bathroom and over cab were new
Hi Rick we’ve just bought our cv20 explorer and loving your tips and hacks, regarding your boxing in at the bottom of the wardrobe where did you get the finished wood that matches the original? Cheers and we’ve just came from a Vw t25 air cooled
Hi, the wood is from B&Q and a great match, you’ll love it from the T25 but you’ll miss the waves from dubbers, I miss my T2 and T5 but the CV20 is brilliant 🖤🏴☠️
@@RickandHeather cheers Rick! Our wardrobe came with a microwave which was a pain taking off the facia to remove it but all fine now! Reinstated the wardrobe so the wife’s happy! 😁
@@gavinmay3516 gotta keep the mrs happy 😃
does the secret cupboard door stay closed after mod - helpful tips thanks
Yes, it’s on a sprung hinge 👍
Clever ideas
Thanks
Maybe good ideas but seems to me to highlight the shortcomings in the original design and manufacture.....
Yep but that’s how these modular vans are mass produced I guess? Adapt for our own use isn’t an issue for me. 👍
Thumbs down.... press twice... Got it 👍
Clever innit 😂
I'm pretty sure you will have invalidated your manufacturers warranty with these modifications?
Ahh well, I bought it to suit me not a manufacturer, I’ll worry about it later.
Legennnd🎉
Okkkkk 🤣
Prior Planning Preparation Prevents P**s Poor Performance. Liking the hacks & preparation you have done. Enhanced the Van, not destroyed. Ignore ignorance. Utrinque Paratus & Who Dares Wins Rick 👍✅
In the end you have to make alterations if you’re living with a van, everything I do can be reversed with a little bit of wood filler. 😊