OMG! Layla poppin up and her “voice” saying “subscribe” had me laughing out loud! So excited for you and can’t wait to see what the coming videos about Turtle show us! Layla has made herself quite at home!
Love the videos and I'm glad you got your van back! As a mechanic myself I think (I could be wrong) from what I heard when you were driving it, it idles a bit too high! I can't say what a normal RPM for that engine would be, but for most vehicles it should be around 650-950-ish RPM! You might want to check up on that! The downsides you're facing from idling too high is higher gas consumption, extra wear on the engine and overheating issues, less performance and the obvious environmental concern! Now ,I can't be certain from what I saw and heard in your video but if you think it idles too high you might want to take a look at that! If it has a manual choke, make sure you don't leave that on after its warmed up a bit too! 😛 I must say, that van is pretty sweet, and after you're done with the interior it'll be so much cooler! 😁👍 // Happy holiday greetings from Sweden! 😊
I've had older motorhomes, they do take work and you are just the bloke to take one on. Before you do anything to it please take you and Layla away for a few days and learn about the van. Best wishes. I am enjoying sharing your adventure.
So happy for you, Alex, to finally have your camper van (Turtle) back! Happy travels!
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Congrats to you, Alex, on getting your van back finally. So happy for you. I look forward to seeing your updates on your van. I just love Layla! Great video!
Ur tick over is far to high! I had a fiat ducato 1986 for 10 years went every where in it, 2 ltr petrol was a good engine but put cooling fan switch on as they love to over heat when going slow! Have fun and enjoy
You're going to need bigger shirts after 6 months of using the manual steering as your arms will double in size😂 Just a thought when you start the remodel. There is always lots of dead space when building cabinets and such. If you could incorporate hidden access panels to that space it would give you secure places to stow your gear safely🤔. As always, great video.
If you have a fuel indicator on your dashboard like a picture of a pump, you'll notice an arrow on one side or the other- the arrow side tells you which side of the vehicle the cap is on.
So, this is the start of Turtle life, with plenty to plan and get just right ! Obviously, your lovely dog needs to be held safely and not become a projectile in case of a sudden stop. Once that is sorted, you can reorganise everything else. Good luck ! ❤
Just noticed your channel and will definitely keep watching your journey. We have a 1990 talbot petrol, but with the door on side. I hate driving it as compared to our lexus automatic car with all the fancy bits and extras, the Talbots lack of power steering and speed, isnt for me 😅.but my partner, a lorry driver, it isnt an issue! We just fitted a diesel heater and lovely and toastie. Just in middle of renovating interior and painting exterior, 3/4 done. Good luck on your journey and great to see a young lad with so much drive and optimism. Well done
Lela will be so happy with Turtle! I remember when Billy introduced you, and Lela. I was so very impressed with her manner, and manners, and especially with you taking her everywhere. I took my Spaniels everywhere, too, and Grandma was their next favorite person. I found out why: she bought them ice cream cones whenever the van came by!
100 Liters is only about 26 gallons and my Ford Explorer has a 21 gallon tank. Your camper van would very comfortably hold at least 26 gallons or more.
Turtle is such a brilliant name… Turtles are also quite slow 🤣. A diesel heater is a brilliant idea. I’d definitely keep the kitchen sink too. Such an exciting project that’s reflected in the constant smile on your face. Good stuff Alex. 👌
"On the road again🎶 I just can't wait to get on the road again The life I love is making music with my friends And I can't wait to get on the road again🎵🎶Happy travels, Team Layla.
Alex, when you do the referb on the kitchen area, keep the sink, and just add a small microwave. The new RV kitchen set ups are remarkable compact and will allow you plenty space for the kettle!
You brought back a lot of memories, from when we bought our first camper, a Winnebago Brave. It was an automatic, but windup windows, the first fill-up of fuel took forever and was quite a shock how much gas it held and the cost. I was chuckling over the no cup holders, wind up windows, how big it was. Fun memories. Thank you. We sized up to a 35ft Motor Home, a few years later. Have fun. Ronnie in Saskatchewan
The inside of the van looks cozy. While you were explaining expenditures, Layla was in her bed on the sofa, looking at you, Alex, in the most adorable way!! She is a darling doggo!! Chuck in Northern New England
The most important part to buy for Turtle is a kettle then next time you need to pull over in a lay-by you will be able to make yourself a cup of tea or coffee. Just get yourself a decent travel mug then you won’t need to worry too much about a cup holder.
My Motorhome is named ‘Tortuga’ and has 2 Tortuga decals on her. Delighted you’ve given your van the English version of Tortuga. Safe and happy journeys.
Not all fuel gauges are accurate. My car the last half of the tank is actually one third a tank, the 1/2-3/4 full on the gauge is about a third and the 3/4-full is about a third😂. So the gauge is marked in quarters but I estimate the fuel by thirds. Also thanks for the USD price per liter, but Americans buy fuel in gallons, so a little more math for them :). As an American who’s lived overseas for over a decade converting fuel prices is always hard Thanks for bringing us along for the ride!
You have acquired a fun vehicle for lots of great trips! Enjoy getting it the way you would like! Layla looks right at home! She is such a sweet well mannered pup! I hope you can find a way that she could be hooked in the front passenger seat to look out the window and enjoy her ride, too! They do make special vehicle harnesses for dogs. Have fun, Alex! Love from Pennsylvania, USA 💕🌷🐻
You were only round the corner from me when you checked your brakes! :D Looking forward to seeing how the van progresses, and to seeing what your AMAZING talking dog Layla will say next ;)
Congratulations on the van.please do the windows the next time. I like to see we’re you are going. The windshield has a reflection when it is dirty. Still love you😊😊. Good luck
Wishing you wonderful journeys in your home on wheels Alex. This brings back memories for me when my husband and I had one, an older one as well and we had a blast. Motor on!
Alex, I personally wouldn't remove the gas items if they are working. The fire is externally flued, fridge will be gas and electric, just wants a clean, the old stuff was well made and better quality than new . Remember the gas items need no battery power to operate, your diesel heater uses battery all the time it's working. I agree the tick over of the van is high, almost if the choke is on. Finally you are brave if you tackle the rebuild of walls in the van, it will be a big job. They have been covered up with plastic cladding because of water leaking in and wood rotting, I have rebuilt a number of damp caravans, their build is very similar to the back of the van, lightweight timber frame, polystyrene insulation, aluminium outer and plywood inner . Enjoy Turtle, best of luck with your travels.
Gas is trash... to run a gas fridge it costs about £40 for 6 weeks... to run an electric fridge during summer on my van is free as it runs off a single solar panel and 1 battery... much more economical
If and when you do an interior remodel you can insulate and soundproof the wall panels, tyre surrounds ( very important) and floor/ceiling. Well worth it. Lots of campervan and van conversions to watch on youtube. Maybe you could even do a collaboration with a creator with experience. They have all the tricks to utilise space. Good luck with future Turtle adventures.
That RV's so cool I wouldn't change anything with that interior, it's perfect! Clean the fridge and keep everything. It'll effect the value you start rippin' things out unless you're going to keep if forever and ever, and what in your life have you ever kept for ever and ever? Nothing, that's what. 😂
Looks like a smooth ride, Alex!! Excellent to invest in a classic camper van!!! Fingers crossed & blessings for safe travels. Wise to drive locally until the "bugs" are worked out. Hi, Lela!!
Congratulations Alex, it all works out, And oh yes, finally remember that handbrake because you can quickly burn it off so it won't work anymore. Leila🐕 loves your Turtle,🐢🐢🐢🐢 I can see👀👀 it will be incredibly cozy when you get it fixed inside, Can't your mother sew any new covers for the sofas, it's fairly easy. I'd love to help decorate it, it's so fun and exciting, I hope you have many happy moments in it and please stop saying if only the car could start, Your inner power and thoughts have power and that's how you manifest things. If you say something constantly, it ends up happening, believe me.😉😅 You know faith can move mountains. I'm looking forward to the next video. Many greetings Maria Denmark.😊❤🙏🙏👍❤
don't trust that hand brake, keep a couple blocks of wood in the compartment by the rear tires to chock your wheels. they will also be helpful for leveling the camper then your parked and staying somewhere for a few days...
On the fuel gauge on North American vehicles there is a little arrow that shows what side the gas cap is on. Not sure about you guys across the pond, that might be why your gas pump symbol is on the left side of your gauge.
Are you going to put solar panels on it? I follow several nomadic rv vloggers in the US and once they started using solar it totally changed their lives and where they could go. They didn’t have to run the rv or generator to increase battery power all the time, as long as there was some sun they could go camp in the forest or beach for much longer than previous. Good luck with all your work in restoring Turtle👍🏼🙋🏼♀️
Glad your van passed inspection. Can't wait to see your progress on the remodel. Just a thought on your parking brake--the cable could be just a bit rusty since the van sat idle for so long. Over time, as you use it, they cable will probably loosen up. See you in the next video.
Sounds like you have about a 35 gallon tank on that RV.. That would be on the small sode considering the age of it. Fuel economy was a fictional then back then..
Alex, not sure if those front seats swivel around, but I think you can buy adapters that allow them to spin the other way. Giving you more interior seating. Just a FYI.
Always with a new to you vehicle, get the wheel balancing checked and get the tracking done. I once bought a lovely Rover 420 GSi in British racing green. I went out in it the day after I bought it on a wet day and it was like the car was on tippitoes or roller blades so I took it straight to ATS and someone had put the wheels on the wrong way as in the wheels running forwards should have been turning backwards and two were borderline on the limit so the ATS guys fixed each corner including the back to front ones, balanced them and set up the tracking. It then drove like a proper sporty car.
So pleased you now have ‘Turtle ‘ back on the road. Looking forward to seeing the renovations progress. I would keep the sink and perhaps a small bench top oven/grill for quick snacks while on the road. Enjoy your travels.
Not bad pricing for the work, they are a reliable old van / camper on the whole, go on for years, bit juicy especially the petrol ones, and yes I'd say the tick over did sound a bit high... This van life thing really has took off, the renovation cooking and stealth camping vids especially... Good luck mate 👍
When you "rip it out" do it gently and put the stove/oven/sink up for reseale or donation. Believe ir or not, there are people out there looking for those older style units and who can fix them. When I am not using the oven in my old camper for baking, it houses my pots and pans.😊 Agree to a diesel heater...that's my plan also. Those old propane furnaces are a beast and mine wasn't all that great at keeping us warm.
Yes! I hear ya! Always hard to find a spot to tether a dog. I founded and rescue German Shephards and have 3 Shephards and a chocolate lab, considering getting a camper but nothing reasonable that the dogs can be in but my issue is how to safely secure them if in a accident dogs spook and run and don’t look back and one can’t run after them so has to be safe! Challenging…
A talking dog! Lela, you are so clever. Turtle is a great name for the van. My Dad used to have caravans, so we went all around europe camping. You might find it helpful to get Turtle serviced etc at specialist campervan garages as they know what they are dealing with and get parts quicker. Can't wait for the renovations to start. Good luck. 😀
First order of business, cup holders. Cute name. Use some rubber restore product on window and door gaskets to help preserve them. Have the brake cable checked, it might not be releasing properly. It looks a lot nicer.
21:29 🤣 Layla’s face 🥰 She does seem to love it in the van💕
Could be worse ,she could be tied to the rear bumper, see a comedy film with Chevy Chase..😊
OMG! Layla poppin up and her “voice” saying “subscribe” had me laughing out loud! So excited for you and can’t wait to see what the coming videos about Turtle show us! Layla has made herself quite at home!
Me too! 😂❤
Love the videos and I'm glad you got your van back! As a mechanic myself I think (I could be wrong) from what I heard when you were driving it, it idles a bit too high! I can't say what a normal RPM for that engine would be, but for most vehicles it should be around 650-950-ish RPM! You might want to check up on that! The downsides you're facing from idling too high is higher gas consumption, extra wear on the engine and overheating issues, less performance and the obvious environmental concern! Now ,I can't be certain from what I saw and heard in your video but if you think it idles too high you might want to take a look at that! If it has a manual choke, make sure you don't leave that on after its warmed up a bit too! 😛
I must say, that van is pretty sweet, and after you're done with the interior it'll be so much cooler! 😁👍
// Happy holiday greetings from Sweden! 😊
Thank you for your input, super appreciated! 😁
Agree , idling too high !
Definatly idling to high. I thought choke might of been on aswell
I've had older motorhomes, they do take work and you are just the bloke to take one on. Before you do anything to it please take you and Layla away for a few days and learn about the van. Best wishes. I am enjoying sharing your adventure.
So happy for you, Alex, to finally have your camper van (Turtle) back! Happy travels!
Congrats to you, Alex, on getting your van back finally. So happy for you. I look forward to seeing your updates on your van. I just love Layla! Great video!
Ur tick over is far to high! I had a fiat ducato 1986 for 10 years went every where in it, 2 ltr petrol was a good engine but put cooling fan switch on as they love to over heat when going slow! Have fun and enjoy
So happy the camper is on the road 🎉❤
love the name Turtle, can’t wait to see the progress. insulation will be key to happy van life as well as cup holder.
You're going to need bigger shirts after 6 months of using the manual steering as your arms will double in size😂
Just a thought when you start the remodel. There is always lots of dead space when building cabinets and such. If you could incorporate hidden access panels to that space it would give you secure places to stow your gear safely🤔.
As always, great video.
A lot of people fix stable safe seats for their little dogs so they can sit in up there and see and enjoy travels also.
If you have a fuel indicator on your dashboard like a picture of a pump, you'll notice an arrow on one side or the other- the arrow side tells you which side of the vehicle the cap is on.
😅Came here to give the same information. Also, if there isn't an arrow, usually the level indicator itself will be on the side of the fill hole.
Or you could walk around the vehicle and locate the filler cap, keep the vehicle long enough, you'll automatically remember what side it's on😅.
So, this is the start of Turtle life, with plenty to plan and get just right !
Obviously, your lovely dog needs to be held safely and not become a projectile in case of a sudden stop. Once that is sorted, you can reorganise everything else. Good luck ! ❤
Best Wishes for you and Layla in the van…looking forward to your van adventures..thanks for sharing…
Just noticed your channel and will definitely keep watching your journey. We have a 1990 talbot petrol, but with the door on side. I hate driving it as compared to our lexus automatic car with all the fancy bits and extras, the Talbots lack of power steering and speed, isnt for me 😅.but my partner, a lorry driver, it isnt an issue! We just fitted a diesel heater and lovely and toastie. Just in middle of renovating interior and painting exterior, 3/4 done. Good luck on your journey and great to see a young lad with so much drive and optimism. Well done
Lela will be so happy with Turtle! I remember when Billy introduced you, and Lela. I was so very impressed with her manner, and manners, and especially with you taking her everywhere. I took my Spaniels everywhere, too, and Grandma was their next favorite person. I found out why: she bought them ice cream cones whenever the van came by!
100 Liters is only about 26 gallons and my Ford Explorer has a 21 gallon tank. Your camper van would very comfortably hold at least 26 gallons or more.
Turtle is such a brilliant name… Turtles are also quite slow 🤣. A diesel heater is a brilliant idea. I’d definitely keep the kitchen sink too. Such an exciting project that’s reflected in the constant smile on your face. Good stuff Alex. 👌
"On the road again🎶
I just can't wait to get on the road again
The life I love is making music with my friends
And I can't wait to get on the road again🎵🎶Happy travels, Team Layla.
It will be great fun to see your "turtle"" adventures. It's also fun to see your excitement and of course, Lela!
All the best to you and Turtle 🐢 ….. many safe & happy trips to cool places!!
Looking forward to it all! 🥂👍
Great news Alex and good call on the diesel heater- you definitely won’t regret fitting one of those
The gas cap/ petrol port should be indicated on the gas gage with an arrow pointing to the left or right
Alex, when you do the referb on the kitchen area, keep the sink, and just add a small microwave. The new RV kitchen set ups are remarkable compact and will allow you plenty space for the kettle!
Great the Van is on the road and Lela too. Rides very nice. Till next time.
You brought back a lot of memories, from when we bought our first camper, a Winnebago Brave. It was an automatic, but windup windows, the first fill-up of fuel took forever and was quite a shock how much gas it held and the cost. I was chuckling over the no cup holders, wind up windows, how big it was. Fun memories. Thank you. We sized up to a 35ft Motor Home, a few years later. Have fun. Ronnie in Saskatchewan
Turtle, EXCELLENT! 🐢
Thanks to you guys!
Yes, great name 🐢 💕
Aww this comment was at the top of them all so I saw it before Alex said on the video.
@ sorry! 😂😂
@@GenaF I never even thought I'd be a spoiler. 😥
I am mortified.
Many apologies.
(I never knew what any suggestions were for the name.)
Turtle was hot footing it today. It looks like Leyla and all the camera equipment are right at home.
The inside of the van looks cozy. While you were explaining expenditures, Layla was in her bed on the sofa, looking at you, Alex, in the most adorable way!! She is a darling doggo!!
Chuck in Northern New England
So happy for you ---congrats on your progress on van.
The most important part to buy for Turtle is a kettle then next time you need to pull over in a lay-by you will be able to make yourself a cup of tea or coffee.
Just get yourself a decent travel mug then you won’t need to worry too much about a cup holder.
PS ..problem solved at no cost! Don't drink and drive 😂😂😂❤ Alex xx
You may be able to adjust the switch on the handbrake, so that it lights up until it's firmly all the way down.
My Motorhome is named ‘Tortuga’ and has 2 Tortuga decals on her. Delighted you’ve given your van the English version of Tortuga. Safe and happy journeys.
Maybe when you take out a cabinet you could custom build a permanent bed for Layla!
Glad it’s up and running. I can’t wait to see the final results.
Hi Turtle 👋
Welcome home …
Can’t wait….We will be going on fun adventures together 😊❤❤❤❤❤
I’m so pleased for you!!! This is awesome news. Gives me hope for my own. I’m very much looking forward to what you do with it.
Going to be fun to watch you and 🐢
Wonderful you’ve got the van home. Lela is brilliant so quick to get into her bed. Alex this is going to be interesting for us to watch.
So cute and funny. Cute dog Layla
Obviously Layla's one well traveled dog 🙏
Pet beds perfect ..
Happy travels 🚐
Take care
Not all fuel gauges are accurate. My car the last half of the tank is actually one third a tank, the 1/2-3/4 full on the gauge is about a third and the 3/4-full is about a third😂. So the gauge is marked in quarters but I estimate the fuel by thirds.
Also thanks for the USD price per liter, but Americans buy fuel in gallons, so a little more math for them :). As an American who’s lived overseas for over a decade converting fuel prices is always hard
Thanks for bringing us along for the ride!
Yeah you got your van back ❤
Layla so cute setting there looking out the window and congratulations 🎊 🎉
You have acquired a fun vehicle for lots of great trips! Enjoy getting it the way you would like! Layla looks right at home! She is such a sweet well mannered pup! I hope you can find a way that she could be hooked in the front passenger seat to look out the window and enjoy her ride, too! They do make special vehicle harnesses for dogs. Have fun, Alex! Love from Pennsylvania, USA 💕🌷🐻
Looking good Alex
You’ve got wheels 😊but it’s so noisy 😮all the best with the new van Alex❤
A tip for knowing what side for petrol ⛽️ just look at the dashboard. The hose on the gas sits on the same side as your lid. If that makes sense 😅
You can also mark a dot on the appropriate side on the dashboard with a bright colored nail polish. A little dot will do ya.
@ I guess you could, but it’s already marked up so what is the point? 🤭
You were only round the corner from me when you checked your brakes! :D Looking forward to seeing how the van progresses, and to seeing what your AMAZING talking dog Layla will say next ;)
Might have needed your hose pipe! 😂
@@AlextheCameraman. LOL!!! You're welcome any time :D x
Turtle is a great name. Have an awesome week, Alex and Lela!
Who's a happy bunny then 😂😂😂
My school had 4 of these as 15 seat minibuses in diesel
H821 Gaf
J391 LAF
J393 LAF
J306 MAF
These were fantastic minibuses back in the day
I love Turtle! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
If the oven and fridge work keep them will be so useful on overnight shoots and group catering.
So excited ❤
Congratulations on the van.please do the windows the next time. I like to see we’re you are going.
The windshield has a reflection when it is dirty. Still love you😊😊. Good luck
Congratulations you have a great van!
Enjoy all of your content!!! I fast forward the tech stuff, or just let it run while I do a bit of a chore, then I'm attentive again!
❤
That’s ok! It’s not for everyone! 😁
I do the reverse!
Thanks!
Thank you!!!
Great news that she’s past the mot , one more reason to call her turtle , she goes at the same speed lol great video
Wishing you wonderful journeys in your home on wheels Alex. This brings back memories for me when my husband and I had one, an older one as well and we had a blast. Motor on!
Alex, I personally wouldn't remove the gas items if they are working. The fire is externally flued, fridge will be gas and electric, just wants a clean, the old stuff was well made and better quality than new . Remember the gas items need no battery power to operate, your diesel heater uses battery all the time it's working.
I agree the tick over of the van is high, almost if the choke is on.
Finally you are brave if you tackle the rebuild of walls in the van, it will be a big job. They have been covered up with plastic cladding because of water leaking in and wood rotting, I have rebuilt a number of damp caravans, their build is very similar to the back of the van, lightweight timber frame, polystyrene insulation, aluminium outer and plywood inner .
Enjoy Turtle, best of luck with your travels.
Thank you for your comment! 😄
Gas is trash... to run a gas fridge it costs about £40 for 6 weeks... to run an electric fridge during summer on my van is free as it runs off a single solar panel and 1 battery... much more economical
If and when you do an interior remodel you can insulate and soundproof the wall panels, tyre surrounds ( very important) and floor/ceiling. Well worth it. Lots of campervan and van conversions to watch on youtube.
Maybe you could even do a collaboration with a creator with experience. They have all the tricks to utilise space.
Good luck with future Turtle adventures.
Love it!
Love the Name! Turtle! Laila seems to like it maybe let her have a bed foot well of the other seat she seems to like it.
That RV's so cool I wouldn't change anything with that interior, it's perfect! Clean the fridge and keep everything. It'll effect the value you start rippin' things out unless you're going to keep if forever and ever, and what in your life have you ever kept for ever and ever? Nothing, that's what. 😂
Great news Alex 👍
Looks like a smooth ride, Alex!!
Excellent to invest in a classic camper van!!!
Fingers crossed & blessings for safe travels.
Wise to drive locally until the "bugs" are worked out.
Hi, Lela!!
Thank you!
Congratulations Alex, it all works out, And oh yes, finally remember that handbrake because you can quickly burn it off so it won't work anymore. Leila🐕 loves your Turtle,🐢🐢🐢🐢 I can see👀👀 it will be incredibly cozy when you get it fixed inside, Can't your mother sew any new covers for the sofas, it's fairly easy. I'd love to help decorate it, it's so fun and exciting,
I hope you have many happy moments in it and please stop saying if only the car could start, Your inner power and thoughts have power and that's how you manifest things. If you say something constantly, it ends up happening, believe me.😉😅
You know faith can move mountains.
I'm looking forward to the next video. Many greetings Maria Denmark.😊❤🙏🙏👍❤
Good little van for a project,get it done and get out there and enjoy it!
Awww! Lela is such a sweetie!
don't trust that hand brake, keep a couple blocks of wood in the compartment by the rear tires to chock your wheels. they will also be helpful for leveling the camper then your parked and staying somewhere for a few days...
On the fuel gauge on North American vehicles there is a little arrow that shows what side the gas cap is on. Not sure about you guys across the pond, that might be why your gas pump symbol is on the left side of your gauge.
This is too old formal that convention.
Yes we have the arrow on the car instrument panel by the fuel gauge symbol, but it’s not clear on this video if this vehicle has the symbol.
Open roads ahead. Ready to explore❣️
Are you going to put solar panels on it? I follow several nomadic rv vloggers in the US and once they started using solar it totally changed their lives and where they could go. They didn’t have to run the rv or generator to increase battery power all the time, as long as there was some sun they could go camp in the forest or beach for much longer than previous.
Good luck with all your work in restoring Turtle👍🏼🙋🏼♀️
Good luck Alex. Wishing you and Lela many happy, safe journeys in ‘Turtle’ 👍👍
Happy your dream is coming along.
Glad your van passed inspection. Can't wait to see your progress on the remodel. Just a thought on your parking brake--the cable could be just a bit rusty since the van sat idle for so long. Over time, as you use it, they cable will probably loosen up. See you in the next video.
It's revving quite high on tickover. Should be any easy fix. Sometimes, air leaks can cause this or tickover issues. Great van. 👍
Had a chuckle at the end. Onyu Alex..
Sounds like you have about a 35 gallon tank on that RV.. That would be on the small sode considering the age of it. Fuel economy was a fictional then back then..
It's called "Armstrong Steering", because you need strong arms to steer
YAY!!!!! I can't wait to see how you fix it all up. I'm especially looking forward to Layla's space in the van. 😁
Congratulations on getting your van back! 😍🇦🇺
Alex, not sure if those front seats swivel around, but I think you can buy adapters that allow them to spin the other way. Giving you more interior seating. Just a FYI.
If the steering wheel is pulling to one side, have the tires checked.
🫡
Tires, alignment and brakes can all cause pulling.
Always with a new to you vehicle, get the wheel balancing checked and get the tracking done. I once bought a lovely Rover 420 GSi in British racing green. I went out in it the day after I bought it on a wet day and it was like the car was on tippitoes or roller blades so I took it straight to ATS and someone had put the wheels on the wrong way as in the wheels running forwards should have been turning backwards and two were borderline on the limit so the ATS guys fixed each corner including the back to front ones, balanced them and set up the tracking. It then drove like a proper sporty car.
So pleased you now have ‘Turtle ‘ back on the road. Looking forward to seeing the renovations progress. I would keep the sink and perhaps a small bench top oven/grill for quick snacks while on the road. Enjoy your travels.
Finally Turtle has come home! Excited to see the progress. Love from Canada 🇨🇦
Not bad pricing for the work, they are a reliable old van / camper on the whole, go on for years, bit juicy especially the petrol ones, and yes I'd say the tick over did sound a bit high... This van life thing really has took off, the renovation cooking and stealth camping vids especially... Good luck mate 👍
When you "rip it out" do it gently and put the stove/oven/sink up for reseale or donation.
Believe ir or not, there are people out there looking for those older style units and who can fix them.
When I am not using the oven in my old camper for baking, it houses my pots and pans.😊
Agree to a diesel heater...that's my plan also.
Those old propane furnaces are a beast and mine wasn't all that great at keeping us warm.
I will be keeping it all incase I sell in the future 😊
Looking forward to more work and less chatter heehee😘🤣🤣
Safe travels! Glad you got it back!
Congratulations! I am looking forward to seeing you work on Turtle!😊
My heart sank when you put unleaded into the van First time I’ve seen a campervans which takes unleaded
I thought that leaded petrol is only available for light aircraft, don't kno but i think i read that somewhere.
Woah! I haven't ever seen a RV, or any vehicle for that matter, where you fill up at the front fender. Very interesting.
Yes! I hear ya! Always hard to find a spot to tether a dog. I founded and rescue German Shephards and have 3 Shephards and a chocolate lab, considering getting a camper but nothing reasonable that the dogs can be in but my issue is how to safely secure them if in a accident dogs spook and run and don’t look back and one can’t run after them so has to be safe! Challenging…
A talking dog! Lela, you are so clever. Turtle is a great name for the van. My Dad used to have caravans, so we went all around europe camping. You might find it helpful to get Turtle serviced etc at specialist campervan garages as they know what they are dealing with and get parts quicker. Can't wait for the renovations to start. Good luck. 😀
Thanks!
First order of business, cup holders. Cute name. Use some rubber restore product on window and door gaskets to help preserve them. Have the brake cable checked, it might not be releasing properly. It looks a lot nicer.
I really think you are going to have a lot of fun with Turtle, Alex, you’re enjoying it already! Best wishes! 😊
Alex, take a look at the petrol gauge, a lot of them have an arrow pointing left/right. This is where your filler is.