PLEASE NOTE: The request at the beginning of this video has come about as I've been hearing from other TH-camrs that TH-cam has been automatically removing some people's channel subscriptions which is odd but that's good old quirky TH-cam for you. Please do check you're still subscribed and if you want notifying of any new videos when released just click the notification bell too. Many thanks and happy travels, Sue 😊
😆 Ruth and I are also emergency workers and you're correct, we have a very dark sense of humour. You certainly have to know your audience! Happy trails Sue.
Greetings Sue , Pottsy here , Learn from my error. Do not put cans ect in the higher lockers. I have dints from cans in table and sink top. I have filled in with Araldite and sand down level carefully. I would not change to lithium just get a power bank of 1500w minimum, these have everything inside one box, Lithium Battery also MPPT controler and inverter built in so no messing about with what you already have. No extra costs apart from the unit. They will charge up direct from a solar panel , mains hookup or even while driving , I would love one that would at least run a domestic toaster. The one I got from Becca runs most stuff inluding a low wattage kettle at a push and it is just a 500 watt unit. Best wishes Pottsy.
Hi Pottsy thanks for your opinions & advice. Glad you’ve found the right solutions for you but personally I see the extra messing about as a valuable upgrade to my set up. That said, still haven’t had chance to address this. New house taking up all money and time right now 😆. Cheers, Sue.
Thank you Sue. I always love to hear what changes we make to our vans. Mine’s in next week for a new hob and sink unit. I bought it without a sink so it will be a luxury with a grey water container too! X
Hi Sue. I'll bet you twopence you get ideas on how to change the shelf above the kitchen!! Good luck! Brilliant video... very enjoyable. The best bit for me was when you went down memory lane about your 7++++m motorhome. There were a few nanoseconds when you had a lovely, warm and loving smile and the pause said everything... Bri was obviously very much in those thoughts. It was a privilege to witness. // Thank you for sharing all those thoughts. Take care. Be naughty when you can.all the best, with much love, Pam xx
Hello Pam! It’s so lovely that you noticed that because when I was editing I noticed the same thing and yet had been completely unaware of my little mind drift at the time of filming. Thanks for watching it went on a bit longer than I’d planned. I hope you’re well. Take care 😊 xx
The lady who has a problem with her roof make sure that you have a window open. We always love your videos (California Coast owners no regrets we love it).
Thanks Christina. I always have window, and the sliding door open as well. Think it’s just the weight of the roof until the gas struts kick in. It’s an SCA roof and very sturdy.
Great Q&A. We have just made the Lithium switch. All good so far. Our Lead Acids were dying and so I saw the current deals as a chance to do it. Everything worked great over the weekend even after I left the heater fan on max power for hours while I was out of the van. Whoops LOL. Take care stay safe.
Oops, haha. That’s good to hear about you switching, I must’ve missed that if you mentioned it. Pls do a video on your recommendations, make/size requirements, etc because you’re much more knowledgeable than me. Please. Pretty please 🙏🏻😁
Hi Sue. Hope you are keeping well. Interesting Q & A. Thanks for sharing. Hope you manage to get your lithium battery at some point. It’s been a game changer for us. That and having your diesel heater to use and you would be sorted. Don’t know if you’ve been following us lately but we’ve been to Scotland a few times over the past couple of years and it’s just so easy to go Off grid. Free parkups or £5 honesty box. Definitely your sort of place Sue. Do take care and safe travels x
Hi guys, lovely to hear from you and thanks for watching. I’ve been absent from TH-cam both posting and watching while I move home. Now in the new house (since last week) and unpacking, switching everything over, etc. Urgh! haha but it’s such a positive move that it’s all good. I hope you’re both keeping well and enjoying your travels. Scotland is my favourite place in the van and I can’t wait to be out and about again. Take good care and stay in touch. Safe n happy travels ❤️🚐 xx
@@CamperVanya Hi Sue. Lovely to hear from you. Pleased you are ok. So pleased your house move is behind you too. Hope you are gradually getting sorted out. It’s such a mission isn’t it? Look forward to seeing more adventures once you are properly settled. Take care xx
A well balanced insight into both you and your van. We wish you lots of safe and happy travels to come and thank you for sharing helpful information. Onwarrrrrrds!
Fascinating Sue. We got inspired to get a van/ Motorhome by people like you. So we’re currently filling up every available space!!😃 Loving the life. - we have a lot of mods planned already - honestly didn’t think we would but after a few trips out we know what we need to do! Really interesting - love seeing how everyone else does it! Have a great week ahead.
Thanks guys, glad it was interesting, it went on a bit longer than I expected hehe. Good to hear that you’re finding out what works best for you. So many options/choices initially. All the best and happy travels 🚐😊
You did the right thing going for a conversion over a California, the build quality on the factory camper isn't great. Though with no new Transporters until mid 2025 supplies might be drying up for others wanting one. We used to fit the California tailgate struts onto tailgates when fitting bike racks as they would lift the tailgate with the bike still on.
Hi Chris, that’s interesting re the tailgate bike rack I just knew there would probably be some way of doing it so thanks for sharing 👍🏻. Supplies are bad news at the moment for those wanting one. I hope you’re both well. Take care 😊
Really enjoyed your Q&A and you have really thought through what you wanted and really great reasons for it. Great that there’s nothing but the shelf you would change as that’s a great confirmation you got it spot on. Thanks for answering the question and the shout out 😀 think that’s a great thing to do when the time is right for you - what’s interesting is the cost seems to be coming down on Lithium too which is good news 😀 Have a lovely week, all the very best, David & Rachel ❤
Sue, you were my inspiration to push ahead and get my campervan. Unfortunately the high demand for Vws over the last few years has meant that to realise my dream I had to make a couple of compromises. One was a barn door instead of a tailgate and the other was the single swivel seat as I just couldn’t get a van with a single seat within my timescales( I’m not getting any younger.) I’ve had the van now for 12 months and I know I can live without the tailgate but as a female, solo traveler I’ve decided to convert to the single seat. I found the swivelling of the double a faff and often if only staying one night I didn’t bother. It will also be easier to check on the dog in the back with the single as I can’t see in the back with the double. I believe it’s a fairly easy conversion. Wish me luck. The difficulty is finding a seat and biting the bullet with the cost. K.B.Onwards.
Hiya Jenny I was lucky to buy when I did, just before the crazy boom in van demand. Also I’d spent so many hours (like you) thinking things through because it was the biggest decision I’d made by myself since Bri died. I suppose being solo our needs are similar. I always liked the look of bench seats in a campervan but knew practically it wouldn’t be right for me. Are you converting that yourself? You’re so talented & put me to shame I’m so useless! It’s great you’ve taken to your van like a duck to water this last year. Lots more exciting adventures await. KBOnward indeed! 😄 🚐 x
Greetings , as an Engineer the pop top question . Depending on the make replace or if it has not got them fit Gas Struts these assist the movement. As for the Lithium subject, the Powerbanks are Lithium based inside and if connected up well should be enough for you for 3 to 4 days minimum. Fully charge from mains before leaving home and dc to dc unit will charge when driving around. Your Solar Panel should keep it topped up during the day. PS Glad your Diesel Heater is OK Johns is same as I said just run the engine during fire up few mins. Best wishes Pottsy.
Thanks for that Pottsy, I know Ann who asked the question reads the replies so that should help her. Re the lithium, as I need a new leisure battery anyway I'm going to switch to a lithium one so that it's there in situ and I don't need to carry a power bank around. Also I dont have a solar panel and am hoping I won't need one. When I'm off grid I rarely sit in one place for more than a day or two tops. The diesel heater is great and your advice definitely helped. Cheers Pottsy 👍
Greetings from Pottsy , Make sure you have a DC to Dc charger set up as Lithium batteries can kill the engine alternator as they pull so much current when charging up. SP. @@CamperVanya
Hi Sue, really enjoyed your questions and answers, so pleased you are happy with your van. Love the colour of your front seats very on trend, See you in the next one x Julie and Tony x
A very enjoyable and interesting Q&A, Sue. I absolutely adore Vanya, what a little gem. Wishing you many happy travels to come. I always enjoy your adventure. Take care - Jody
Wow, that was a comprehensive answer to my questions so thank you for that. I think your van is perfect and I think I could definitely be tempted by a LWB VW camper at some point. I need the extra floor space for my three mutts 😁. Thanks for sharing a really interesting Q&A. Mind you as I was watching I thought, I should have forgotten about the motorhome/campervan and asked about your skin care routine. You skin is lovely 😀.
I’m hanging on in there Sue, thank you 🌸. I am getting a few small mods in our campervan. I saw those side step mats in one of your past videos… the ones from Rugs for Bugs; they looked great, so I bought a set of black ones to contrast with our yellow van! Also I’m going ahead with getting the diesel heater fitted next week; that was something Chris & I had planned for a long time. So I feel as though I am making some progress in spite of being emotionally fragile. Your videos are a great help, so many thanks your inspiration Sue. Onward!!! ☺️👍. xx
@@janl7552 I think you sound to be doing great Jan, well done because I know motivation can be difficult at such a time. Great mods you’re doing. I hope you’re soon able to really enjoy your van. Take good care. ONWARD! 🤗 xx
Thanks for your question Debbie. I hadn’t intended to deliver such a long answer but just went with where my mind took me. Bri would definitely love the van 😊
Good q&a sue .. would love a diesel heater ..& a wind out Awning.. & some all train tyres but our dub is lowered ..so plenty to do just get them tyres … cheers Chris & Sammy xx
I was wondering when this was coming..... a good and interesting job, done well. See ya again in part 2. B.t.w, where were you standing for this, looked like an interesting spot, despite the gloomy weather... and a good area for hiking?
Great video 👍 so happy your enjoying your campervan keep on with the travels and enjoying life which I know is hard at times love following what you get up to catch you in the next one 👍
Hi Sue this was really great! We think Bri would be so proud of you and your adventures! We surely love you and your adventures! Great Q&A! Have a lovely weekend! Catch you soon! Jill & Nick 👍❤️
This van would be my choice as well. Much bigger camper van would be too much to maintain, too much space to clean and to heavy, too big to move around.
😂Three answers that I’ve found solutions for. First one, roof lifting problems. I have an NV200 and suffer with Fibromyalgia so have terrible trouble lifting the roof. It’s fine once the gas struts kick in, but to start it off is actually impossible. I got my Cheryl from Sussex Campervans and when I explained they got me a roof lifter! It’s quite bulky but they made a cover for it from my main cover materials, and it works a treat and I keep it in the space between the front seats. I just slide it into the tiny gap between the joints, plug it in to the cigarette lighter and press the button - bingo! When pulling down I just quite literally hang from the handles and my weight (🫣) pulls it back down. Second one is I too have a fully opening wraparound cover on my pop top and being only 5’4” I can’t reach the clasps to open it. They added two looooong straps to the clasps and I can now grab them to open and close the wraparound. Third one. I had terrible problems with my battery going completely flat after only two/three days. I got a new battery but the same thing happened. I got round this by purchasing a trickle charger and plugging it in when it was going to be sitting for a while. However, when she went in for her service/MOT/habitation check, I explained the problem and when I got her back they had replaced the battery with a more powerful one. I never knew there were different strengths of power! (ignorance on my part). Since then I have had no problems whatsoever, so might be worth checking the power strength of the battery. I do also carry a car battery charger with me now, just in case.
Great to hear you’ve found solutions to your own problems. Thanks for sharing so others can read them 😊👍🏻. Yes, batteries come in all sizes/powers. Mine’s powerful enough but in the second yr I didn’t maintain it properly. Should’ve known better and lesson learnt! 👍🏻
Yes, my roof is the same, heavy and difficult to get started but ok once the gas struts kick in. Like Sue I have been known to use my head too 😳 although I know it’s not a good idea 😉. Maybe need to look into a lifter.
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😆 Ruth and I are also emergency workers and you're correct, we have a very dark sense of humour. You certainly have to know your audience! Happy trails Sue.
@@CampervanHabitude Oh you do! Thank you 😊👍🏻
Greetings Sue , Pottsy here , Learn from my error. Do not put cans ect in the higher lockers. I have dints from cans in table and sink top.
I have filled in with Araldite and sand down level carefully.
I would not change to lithium just get a power bank of 1500w minimum, these have everything inside one box, Lithium Battery also MPPT controler and inverter built in so no messing about with what you already have. No extra costs apart from the unit.
They will charge up direct from a solar panel , mains hookup or even while driving ,
I would love one that would at least run a domestic toaster.
The one I got from Becca runs most stuff inluding a low wattage kettle at a push and it is just a 500 watt unit.
Best wishes Pottsy.
Hi Pottsy thanks for your opinions & advice. Glad you’ve found the right solutions for you but personally I see the extra messing about as a valuable upgrade to my set up. That said, still haven’t had chance to address this. New house taking up all money and time right now 😆. Cheers, Sue.
I can definitely recommend upgrading to a lithium, Sue.
Great Q&A.
Thanks Lori I do like to hear other people’s opinions on it, it’s very reassuring 😊👍🏻
Thank you Sue. I always love to hear what changes we make to our vans. Mine’s in next week for a new hob and sink unit. I bought it without a sink so it will be a luxury with a grey water container too! X
That sounds an exciting couple of additions. Like you, I love hearing what others are doing 👍🏻😊 x
Hi Sue. I'll bet you twopence you get ideas on how to change the shelf above the kitchen!! Good luck! Brilliant video... very enjoyable. The best bit for me was when you went down memory lane about your 7++++m motorhome. There were a few nanoseconds when you had a lovely, warm and loving smile and the pause said everything... Bri was obviously very much in those thoughts. It was a privilege to witness. // Thank you for sharing all those thoughts. Take care. Be naughty when you can.all the best, with much love, Pam xx
Hello Pam! It’s so lovely that you noticed that because when I was editing I noticed the same thing and yet had been completely unaware of my little mind drift at the time of filming. Thanks for watching it went on a bit longer than I’d planned. I hope you’re well. Take care 😊 xx
Hari OM
Good questions, consistent answers... with a fine background! YAM xx
Glad you enjoyed it YAM and I hope you’re well 😊 xx
The lady who has a problem with her roof make sure that you have a window open. We always love your videos (California Coast owners no regrets we love it).
Brilliant, thanks very much Christina I haven't heard that before. I'll let her know.
Bri would be very impressed with your choice of van! 😃
Thanks Christina. I always have window, and the sliding door open as well. Think it’s just the weight of the roof until the gas struts kick in. It’s an SCA roof and very sturdy.
Hi Sue, yep, still subscribed 😁 Loved watching this, you’re a natural presenter 😎
Thanks Alison, on both counts (blush) 😄
Great Q&A. We have just made the Lithium switch. All good so far. Our Lead Acids were dying and so I saw the current deals as a chance to do it. Everything worked great over the weekend even after I left the heater fan on max power for hours while I was out of the van. Whoops LOL. Take care stay safe.
Oops, haha. That’s good to hear about you switching, I must’ve missed that if you mentioned it. Pls do a video on your recommendations, make/size requirements, etc because you’re much more knowledgeable than me. Please. Pretty please 🙏🏻😁
Hi Sue.
Hope you are keeping well.
Interesting Q & A. Thanks for sharing.
Hope you manage to get your lithium battery at some point. It’s been a game changer for us. That and having your diesel heater to use and you would be sorted.
Don’t know if you’ve been following us lately but we’ve been to Scotland a few times over the past couple of years and it’s just so easy to go Off grid. Free parkups or £5 honesty box. Definitely your sort of place Sue. Do take care and safe travels x
Hi guys, lovely to hear from you and thanks for watching. I’ve been absent from TH-cam both posting and watching while I move home. Now in the new house (since last week) and unpacking, switching everything over, etc. Urgh! haha but it’s such a positive move that it’s all good. I hope you’re both keeping well and enjoying your travels. Scotland is my favourite place in the van and I can’t wait to be out and about again. Take good care and stay in touch. Safe n happy travels ❤️🚐 xx
@@CamperVanya Hi Sue.
Lovely to hear from you. Pleased you are ok.
So pleased your house move is behind you too. Hope you are gradually getting sorted out. It’s such a mission isn’t it?
Look forward to seeing more adventures once you are properly settled.
Take care xx
A well balanced insight into both you and your van. We wish you lots of safe and happy travels to come and thank you for sharing helpful information. Onwarrrrrrds!
Hi, I’m glad you thought so. Thanks for watching and happy travels. ONWARD! 👍🏻
Fascinating Sue. We got inspired to get a van/ Motorhome by people like you.
So we’re currently filling up every available space!!😃
Loving the life. - we have a lot of mods planned already - honestly didn’t think we would but after a few trips out we know what we need to do!
Really interesting - love seeing how everyone else does it!
Have a great week ahead.
Thanks guys, glad it was interesting, it went on a bit longer than I expected hehe. Good to hear that you’re finding out what works best for you. So many options/choices initially. All the best and happy travels 🚐😊
You did the right thing going for a conversion over a California, the build quality on the factory camper isn't great. Though with no new Transporters until mid 2025 supplies might be drying up for others wanting one. We used to fit the California tailgate struts onto tailgates when fitting bike racks as they would lift the tailgate with the bike still on.
Hi Chris, that’s interesting re the tailgate bike rack I just knew there would probably be some way of doing it so thanks for sharing 👍🏻. Supplies are bad news at the moment for those wanting one. I hope you’re both well. Take care 😊
Really enjoyed your Q&A and you have really thought through what you wanted and really great reasons for it. Great that there’s nothing but the shelf you would change as that’s a great confirmation you got it spot on.
Thanks for answering the question and the shout out 😀 think that’s a great thing to do when the time is right for you - what’s interesting is the cost seems to be coming down on Lithium too which is good news 😀
Have a lovely week, all the very best, David & Rachel ❤
You’re welcome! Good to learn about the lowering lithium cost, that’s good news. Have a great week too guys 😊👍🏻
Sue, you were my inspiration to push ahead and get my campervan. Unfortunately the high demand for Vws over the last few years has meant that to realise my dream I had to make a couple of compromises. One was a barn door instead of a tailgate and the other was the single swivel seat as I just couldn’t get a van with a single seat within my timescales( I’m not getting any younger.) I’ve had the van now for 12 months and I know I can live without the tailgate but as a female, solo traveler I’ve decided to convert to the single seat. I found the swivelling of the double a faff and often if only staying one night I didn’t bother. It will also be easier to check on the dog in the back with the single as I can’t see in the back with the double.
I believe it’s a fairly easy conversion. Wish me luck. The difficulty is finding a seat and biting the bullet with the cost. K.B.Onwards.
Hiya Jenny I was lucky to buy when I did, just before the crazy boom in van demand. Also I’d spent so many hours (like you) thinking things through because it was the biggest decision I’d made by myself since Bri died. I suppose being solo our needs are similar. I always liked the look of bench seats in a campervan but knew practically it wouldn’t be right for me. Are you converting that yourself? You’re so talented & put me to shame I’m so useless! It’s great you’ve taken to your van like a duck to water this last year. Lots more exciting adventures await. KBOnward indeed! 😄 🚐 x
Greetings , as an Engineer the pop top question .
Depending on the make replace or if it has not got them fit Gas Struts these assist the movement.
As for the Lithium subject, the Powerbanks are Lithium based inside and if connected up well should be enough for you for 3 to 4 days minimum.
Fully charge from mains before leaving home and dc to dc unit will charge when driving around.
Your Solar Panel should keep it topped up during the day.
PS Glad your Diesel Heater is OK Johns is same as I said just run the engine during fire up few mins.
Best wishes Pottsy.
Thanks for that Pottsy, I know Ann who asked the question reads the replies so that should help her. Re the lithium, as I need a new leisure battery anyway I'm going to switch to a lithium one so that it's there in situ and I don't need to carry a power bank around. Also I dont have a solar panel and am hoping I won't need one. When I'm off grid I rarely sit in one place for more than a day or two tops. The diesel heater is great and your advice definitely helped. Cheers Pottsy 👍
Greetings from Pottsy , Make sure you have a DC to Dc charger set up as Lithium batteries can kill the engine alternator as they pull so much current when charging up. SP.
@@CamperVanya
Oh yes, I currently have a Sterling split charger fitted so will need to look at what I'll need for a LiFePO4 leisure battery @@stephenpotts4758
Hi Sue, really enjoyed your questions and answers, so pleased you are happy with your van. Love the colour of your front seats very on trend, See you in the next one x Julie and Tony x
Hi both, the seats and interior colour scheme was the easiest decision of the whole design process - favourite colour 😍👍🏻 x
A very enjoyable and interesting Q&A, Sue. I absolutely adore Vanya, what a little gem. Wishing you many happy travels to come. I always enjoy your adventure. Take care - Jody
Thanks very much Jody I’m glad it was interesting. Happy travels to you too, and the appreciation is very much mutual. All the best, Sue 😊
Wow, that was a comprehensive answer to my questions so thank you for that. I think your van is perfect and I think I could definitely be tempted by a LWB VW camper at some point. I need the extra floor space for my three mutts 😁. Thanks for sharing a really interesting Q&A. Mind you as I was watching I thought, I should have forgotten about the motorhome/campervan and asked about your skin care routine. You skin is lovely 😀.
Ooh thank you ☺️ … and I can see why you’d go for LWB with 3 dogs! 👍🏻
Many thanks for the Q&A session Sue. Looking forward to the next one too! 😊👍 Jan x
You're welcome Jan, I hope you're doing ok xx
I’m hanging on in there Sue, thank you 🌸. I am getting a few small mods in our campervan. I saw those side step mats in one of your past videos… the ones from Rugs for Bugs; they looked great, so I bought a set of black ones to contrast with our yellow van! Also I’m going ahead with getting the diesel heater fitted next week; that was something Chris & I had planned for a long time. So I feel as though I am making some progress in spite of being emotionally fragile. Your videos are a great help, so many thanks your inspiration Sue. Onward!!! ☺️👍. xx
@@janl7552 I think you sound to be doing great Jan, well done because I know motivation can be difficult at such a time. Great mods you’re doing. I hope you’re soon able to really enjoy your van. Take good care. ONWARD! 🤗 xx
Thank you Sue. Take care too. xx 🙏🏻 🤗
Great Q&A great insights into your choices and futures - thanks stay safe
Thanks, I realised I’d already answered a lot of your question in the previous video but as usual still had plenty more to say in this 😆👍🏻
@@CamperVanya always good to hear and q&a often cross over
Thank you for this. Hope all is well. X
All good thanks Lesley 👍🏻 x
Very good video. A lot of things to learn - thanks for the tips, ideas. Watching from the USA. 👍
Hello 🇺🇸 👋 Thanks, I’m glad it was helpful!
Thank for the lovely answer, definitely think your Bri would be proud of your Van .
Thanks for your question Debbie. I hadn’t intended to deliver such a long answer but just went with where my mind took me. Bri would definitely love the van 😊
A great Q & A Sue i enjoyed it as always untill next time and you know ...Onwardddddd😉👍
Thank you Rob. Hope it was useful. ONWARD! 🙌👍
@@CamperVanya Yesss Sue it was useful you are never too old to learn...untill the next vlog ...take care Sue and watch yourself
See what you mean about the shelfy thing!
Lol... lifting th top up with your head!😂
I do love the colour of your front seats!
Hope you are well
Ju
Xxx
Lifting the pop top with one’s head is very naughty Julie and a bad habit I’m trying to overcome 😂 xx
@@CamperVanya give us the HEADS up when you finally kick the habit!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@blakes4ontour 🤣 blimey, you’ve had your weetabix already! xx
@@CamperVanya 🤣🤣🤣
Great Q&A, Is that Castle Cement in the background?
It might be … 😂👍🏻👍🏻
Good q&a sue .. would love a diesel heater ..& a wind out Awning.. & some all train tyres but our dub is lowered ..so plenty to do just get them tyres … cheers Chris & Sammy xx
Hi Both. The heater’s a real game changer, a proper luxury in winter 😀👍🏻 x
I was wondering when this was coming..... a good and interesting job, done well. See ya again in part 2.
B.t.w, where were you standing for this, looked like an interesting spot, despite the gloomy weather... and a good area for hiking?
Thanks, glad it was useful. I filmed it at a place called Pendle Hill, Lancashire. Pendle and the surrounding area is great for hiking/walking 👍
Interesting insight, thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching, glad it was interesting 👍🏻
Great video 👍 so happy your enjoying your campervan keep on with the travels and enjoying life which I know is hard at times love following what you get up to catch you in the next one 👍
Thanks for such a supportive comment, it’s appreciated. I will be carrying on for sure and am beginning to enjoy it a lot more too now 😊👍🏻
Still subscribed👍
Thanks Maggie. Just been a lot of talk recently about people being unsubscribed from channels without their knowledge. Quirky ol’ TH-cam! Take care x
Hi Sue this was really great! We think Bri would be so proud of you and your adventures! We surely love you and your adventures! Great Q&A! Have a lovely weekend! Catch you soon! Jill & Nick 👍❤️
Thanks guys and love is mutual! Bri would definitely love this van, and he still rides alongside me ❤️. Take care and happy travels 😊 x
Great Q&A Sue.
We think the van totally suits you. Bri had good taste ❤xx
He definitely played a part in Vanya coming about & the van feels perfect to me. Take care both xx
Great Q & A, thanks 👍
Thank you 😊
This van would be my choice as well. Much bigger camper van would be too much to maintain, too much space to clean and to heavy, too big to move around.
My thoughts entirely 👍🏻
I wish you a safe travel everyday. Enjoy the world. 👍
Thank you! And the same to you 😊
I am 6'2" so i have issues when pulling pop top down in that i have to bend over like Quasimodo.
🤣 I don’t know which is worse 🤔
@@CamperVanya 😅 keep the vids going, love em.
😂Three answers that I’ve found solutions for.
First one, roof lifting problems. I have an NV200 and suffer with Fibromyalgia so have terrible trouble lifting the roof. It’s fine once the gas struts kick in, but to start it off is actually impossible. I got my Cheryl from Sussex Campervans and when I explained they got me a roof lifter! It’s quite bulky but they made a cover for it from my main cover materials, and it works a treat and I keep it in the space between the front seats. I just slide it into the tiny gap between the joints, plug it in to the cigarette lighter and press the button - bingo! When pulling down I just quite literally hang from the handles and my weight (🫣) pulls it back down.
Second one is I too have a fully opening wraparound cover on my pop top and being only 5’4” I can’t reach the clasps to open it. They added two looooong straps to the clasps and I can now grab them to open and close the wraparound.
Third one. I had terrible problems with my battery going completely flat after only two/three days. I got a new battery but the same thing happened. I got round this by purchasing a trickle charger and plugging it in when it was going to be sitting for a while. However, when she went in for her service/MOT/habitation check, I explained the problem and when I got her back they had replaced the battery with a more powerful one. I never knew there were different strengths of power! (ignorance on my part). Since then I have had no problems whatsoever, so might be worth checking the power strength of the battery. I do also carry a car battery charger with me now, just in case.
Great to hear you’ve found solutions to your own problems. Thanks for sharing so others
can read them 😊👍🏻. Yes, batteries come in all sizes/powers. Mine’s powerful enough but in the second yr I didn’t maintain it properly. Should’ve known better and lesson learnt! 👍🏻
Yes, my roof is the same, heavy and difficult to get started but ok once the gas struts kick in. Like Sue I have been known to use my head too 😳 although I know it’s not a good idea 😉. Maybe need to look into a lifter.