Brilliant format, entertaining but helpful from someone ‘in the know’. The rapport you build up makes for an engaging and informative listen. So looking forward to more in the series. Hoping you’re on the mend, take care.
Thank you. It’s not easy as even the most bubbly, witty, confident people who can be great to have a laugh with, can become a different person with cameras on. Still learning the best setup myself, but this worked well for my first one. Might get more tricky when I introduce multiple guests 🤞🏼
Thank you. Certainly hope so. Have lots planned, so will see how it goes and take constructive feedback on board. I appreciate you taking the time to comment 👍🏼
@@colinlee5429I am, love them. My comment was genuine, I had thought about buying one, BUT I don’t have the money to do what I would like to do with one whilst keeping my van. I really like them, but would have to be a second vehicle
I’ve owned a high spec transit and I know they are popular but they do not compare with a transporter ! Golf or escort ? I’ve really enjoyed your discussion, keep up the good work 👍👍
Thank you. It sure will be interesting to see the new variant. I have to say Escort, due to the fact I was big into rallying in the 90’s, therefore loved the Cosworth. Always said one day I would own one, but have no chance of that now, far too much money
Recently discovered your channel. Really helpful. We are looking to get out first camper (probably 5.1) do any info on what to look out for when buying one and how to convert myself, order in which to do things, detailed info on each part of the upgrade, etc.
Hi and thank you. I did do a few videos on some aspects (the conversion), however in the next few weeks, there will be a video on exactly this (both aspects)
Great watch Steve, are there any other easy differences to differentiate between a panel van and a combi van, I know you mentioned the window. Are you coming up the Hawthorns with the Green army on October 21st?
Regarding the difference between a panel van and a kombi ,once the flooring from a kombi goes in and original kombi seats and seat belts, windows ,what is the difference ?
Not a lot , even though in this video they seem to suggest the panel van to kombi conversion isn't as good as factory. The only extra bit à factory one has is behind the rear bumper there's a plastic reinforcing structure and the factory Kombi is steel. Guessing because you'll have passengers in the back.
😂 We converted our long nose T4 velle 13 years ago. So glad we went for a velle so much better than the panel van. Air con and feels like a car to drive. The biggest expense was the rib bed and poptop.. The best thing we've ever done. Our children have grown up with him. All in for about 20k. It baffles me where they get 60k from.
Great content has usual,, just starting going down the road converting a T5 shuttle in to camper doing a fair bit myself to keep price down, can you recommend a company in the south west that will look after me in doing the stuff that’s best left to the professionals instead of ripping me off , would really appreciate any recommendations.
@@StaycationLifestyle hi thanks for getting back to me , I’m in South Brent , like I said converting a shuttle, so I need the original rear windows removed and replaced has they are fixed and I wanted sliders which I’ve already purchased , then it will be on to pop top & carpet lining to start with.
@@SeanDoherty-d2d Have a look at my latest video 🤣 Just up the road from you, Lewis from Templer Way. Nice guy and comes highly recommended from members of the Devon and Cornwall Transporters Facebook group
It dates back a few years to the “Sounds like a golf advert” It was a suggestion to the high quality German engineering of a Volkswagen. Regarding the Transporter, this is indeed improved by the additional rubber seal, but also sound deadening in the doors.
Great question - hope this answers the question, Volkswagen were the market leader at the time when they invested in laser line welding in their manufacture. The way to describe this is look at most cars and along the roof you see two plastic trims this covers where the roof is spot welded to the side and top Of the car. Volkswagen create a continuous long laser weld completely sealing the roof in. If you replicate this in the entire build process you end up with an almost air tight cabin. Yes the good quality rubber seals play a huge part at Steve mentioned.
Interesting take on things. The new transit looks cool so with a VW design I think it will be ‘the’ van to have. Ford are also doing the ‘trail’ which is screaming out ‘swamper! Think all diesel will be going wet belt due to performance and economy. You’ll hear horror stories if you google it but in context …it’s the highest selling van by a country mile (highest selling actual vehicle in 22) think there were some recalls 2019 and the belt part no has changed so presumably upgraded.
Brilliant format, entertaining but helpful from someone ‘in the know’. The rapport you build up makes for an engaging and informative listen. So looking forward to more in the series. Hoping you’re on the mend, take care.
Thank you. It’s not easy as even the most bubbly, witty, confident people who can be great to have a laugh with, can become a different person with cameras on.
Still learning the best setup myself, but this worked well for my first one. Might get more tricky when I introduce multiple guests 🤞🏼
Really good. I think there’s some mileage in this series!! Great stuff!
Thank you. Certainly hope so. Have lots planned, so will see how it goes and take constructive feedback on board. I appreciate you taking the time to comment 👍🏼
I do like your new format, especially having the option of another person. I look forward to your next video.
Thanks Neil. It will generally be somebody different each week, which makes things interesting
enjoyed watching this podcast and your chat with Dean. hopefully you can share further (very soon) more on your hint on the replacement to the 6.1 🤞
Glad you enjoyed it. It won’t be long til be find out 🤞🏼
Steve this is an awesome format, absolutely loved that 1st one. Stay healthy bud and keep it up
Really pleased you enjoyed it. Got some cracking guests coming up, all with useful topics
Really enjoyed this - great video, looking forward to the next one. Hope you’re on the mend now x
Thank you. On the mend and hope to be back fully soon
I can tell this is gonna be a great series! Really enjoyed the chilled podcast vibes, Dean was a great guest and clearly knows his onions 🤙
Thank you. He sure does, despite his youthful looks, he’s been involved with VW’s for many years now
@StaycationLifestyle great chat. Both not a fan of t4s then?! 😆
@@colinlee5429I am, love them. My comment was genuine, I had thought about buying one, BUT I don’t have the money to do what I would like to do with one whilst keeping my van.
I really like them, but would have to be a second vehicle
@@StaycationLifestyleI can assure you it was good lighting and perfect camera angles 😊
@@Titantransporters you're a pro! Great watch 🤙
Great video, very informative....Looking forward to the next in the series. Stay healthy mate💪
Thank you. Some will be better than others, I’ve noticed a potential problem already in need to sort first, but there will be some good ones 👍🏼
Enjoyed that and can’t wait for the next. Get well soon. 👍
Thank you. Pleased you enjoyed it 😃
I’ve owned a high spec transit and I know they are popular but they do not compare with a transporter ! Golf or escort ?
I’ve really enjoyed your discussion, keep up the good work 👍👍
Thank you. It sure will be interesting to see the new variant.
I have to say Escort, due to the fact I was big into rallying in the 90’s, therefore loved the Cosworth. Always said one day I would own one, but have no chance of that now, far too much money
Great format Steve! Hope you’re on the mend. 😊👍
Thank you. I am improving thank you 👍🏼
This is good stuff. Please keep it up. Really interesting take on Campervan chat.👍👍
Really pleased people like it. Lots more to come 👍🏼
Good to see you back, and great vid.
Thank you 👍🏼
Recently discovered your channel. Really helpful. We are looking to get out first camper (probably 5.1) do any info on what to look out for when buying one and how to convert myself, order in which to do things, detailed info on each part of the upgrade, etc.
Hi and thank you. I did do a few videos on some aspects (the conversion), however in the next few weeks, there will be a video on exactly this (both aspects)
Great idea for future vids.Very honest.Keep it going.(But get well soon first!)
Ha ha, thank you. I’ve been very much looking forward to this 👍🏼
Brilliant, love this idea
Glad you do as I have lots in the pipeline
A very interesting and 100% honest vlog
Thank you. Glad you liked it
Great video Steve and love this format🤙
Thanks. I have a feeling I’m going to enjoy making these
Great watch Steve, are there any other easy differences to differentiate between a panel van and a combi van, I know you mentioned the window.
Are you coming up the Hawthorns with the Green army on October 21st?
Regarding the difference between a panel van and a kombi ,once the flooring from a kombi goes in and original kombi seats and seat belts, windows ,what is the difference ?
Not a lot , even though in this video they seem to suggest the panel van to kombi conversion isn't as good as factory. The only extra bit à factory one has is behind the rear bumper there's a plastic reinforcing structure and the factory Kombi is steel. Guessing because you'll have passengers in the back.
😂 We converted our long nose T4 velle 13 years ago. So glad we went for a velle so much better than the panel van. Air con and feels like a car to drive. The biggest expense was the rib bed and poptop.. The best thing we've ever done. Our children have grown up with him. All in for about 20k. It baffles me where they get 60k from.
Hi, is your T4 velle classed as a mpv (car) with higher tax as it’s not van (commercial)?? Thanks
Great content has usual,, just starting going down the road converting a T5 shuttle in to camper doing a fair bit myself to keep price down, can you recommend a company in the south west that will look after me in doing the stuff that’s best left to the professionals instead of ripping me off , would really appreciate any recommendations.
What work do you need doing and where roughly are you based?
@@StaycationLifestyle hi thanks for getting back to me , I’m in South Brent , like I said converting a shuttle, so I need the original rear windows removed and replaced has they are fixed and I wanted sliders which I’ve already purchased , then it will be on to pop top & carpet lining to start with.
@@SeanDoherty-d2d Have a look at my latest video 🤣 Just up the road from you, Lewis from Templer Way. Nice guy and comes highly recommended from members of the Devon and Cornwall Transporters Facebook group
I think VW will drop transporters and make it an ID buzz/Cargo version, a long version will come in 2024
Great format, why don’t the doors shut like a Volkswagen @2:42.? Is it just the extra rubber seal? Hope you’re getting better ❤️🩹
It dates back a few years to the “Sounds like a golf advert” It was a suggestion to the high quality German engineering of a Volkswagen.
Regarding the Transporter, this is indeed improved by the additional rubber seal, but also sound deadening in the doors.
@@StaycationLifestyle I remember the sounds like a golf ads, my Caravelle with the sound deadening and factory fitted extra rubber door seal
@@wandango5913 I do love a nice Caravelle, better seats, electric doors, better dash etc etc.
Great question - hope this answers the question, Volkswagen were the market leader at the time when they invested in laser line welding in their manufacture.
The way to describe this is look at most cars and along the roof you see two plastic trims this covers where the roof is spot welded to the side and top
Of the car. Volkswagen create a continuous long laser weld completely sealing the roof in. If you replicate this in the entire build process you end up with an almost air tight cabin. Yes the good quality rubber seals play a huge part at Steve mentioned.
Interesting take on things. The new transit looks cool so with a VW design I think it will be ‘the’ van to have. Ford are also doing the ‘trail’ which is screaming out ‘swamper! Think all diesel will be going wet belt due to performance and economy. You’ll hear horror stories if you google it but in context …it’s the highest selling van by a country mile (highest selling actual vehicle in 22) think there were some recalls 2019 and the belt part no has changed so presumably upgraded.