Yeah mate, good idea. It's a job on my to-do list when our van turns up. We'll be using some shop bought drapes, cut them to size & take to the drycleaners to stitch up neatly. Great video 👊🏽 Buy yourself a new hacksaw blade xx
Ha ha ha. I’ve got a packet full of hacksaw blades. Too tight to change it unless it snaps. Look out for my video next friday. It will be a good one. I hope. That curtain was just the prototype and I have a new one to put up now. Just waiting for the new press studs to arrive. I think the new curtain will be spot on. 👍🏻
Hi ya mate, Brilliant Vlog as usual, I thought about doing this mod to our Campervan when we eventually take our delayed delivery of our Expedition 67 in July....Btw have you ever thought about going into comedy , you're so funny and have us in stitches....🤣😂😅 All the best... Steve & Ang....👍
Thanks Steve. Now I’ve tried it it’s definitely growing on me. This was the prototype and I’ve now ordered another curtain that reaches the floor. I’ll be doing an update video on the fitting and results very soon. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. I really appreciate the feedback. 👍🏻
Interesting concept and can see why you wanted to do it, it's a good alternative to the screen covers and you did a neat job so we would say it's a good idea 👍 also liked your pop stud fitting technique to line it all up, good tip that! But we really hope Julie doesn't watch that video 😂
It looks neat that, we did the same with a thermal blackout curtain from Ikea but we used 1 inch squares of self adhesive velcro to hold it on instead of press studs. You will notice a difference with the heat but we still get some condensation on the screen in the morning.
Thanks Colin. It was my prototype. I will improve the idea and make it work. Thanks for the info on keeping the heat in. Does it help with the condensation or does it make no difference at all? I will find out in future tests but thanks for sharing your observations. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch Doesn't make a lot of difference for the condensation but we still close the front blinds as well. The cab area feels cold though, when you take the curtain away.
@@colinwade7005 I think a lot of heat escapes through the cab area. I will finish the curtain and make it tidy and see how I go. Might need a dehumidifier. Thanks Colin. 👍🏻
Hi Ian. Looks like a very useful and sensible mod, and you've done a very tidy and professional job on it. Enjoyed the "juggling" with the press studs and were expecting a "head bump" at anytime as you dived under the table ! As far as what others think of this mod, or indeed any of the things you've done in your van is concerned, I wouldn't pay much attention to that. As long as you feel they add to your comfort and enjoyment of using your van, that's really all that matters - and anyhow, the changes you've showed us all make sense. Thanks again, especially for revealing your hidden juggling skills " Take care. George and Trish - CaravanningMacs
Thank you. Very wise words. Now that I know that I like the idea and I think it will go some way to keeping the heat in I have ordered another curtain. This time I will make a better job. Look out for the update coming soon. 👍🏻
I think it’s a great idea! I’m always worried about people looking into the van when it’s parked up and that’s a great idea for privacy. It might also stop my dogs from barking at other dogs when they pass the van. I`m going for a 5.4m van with a front lounge like the Autosleeper Symbol so it might not work when we’re in the van but I’ll keep it in mind for when we park up. Thanks for sharing.
Good idea I think I will do something similar as I quite often wild camp/stealth camp in the city and tend to leave my cab blinds open so it is not obvious that I’m sleeping in the vehicle. Also sounds like it could be a big help with keeping heat in and out, winter summer respectively . Think I’ll use Press studs across the top and self adhesive Velcro sides and bottom. Thanks for planting the idea 🤗
You’re welcome. That was my prototype and now I know I like it I am upgrading to a more permanent solution. Same idea… just an improved version. All will be revealed next Friday. 👍🏻
Really enjoyed watching this Ian, although I don't think it would eliminate all condensation unless it reached the floor and created a better seal. But it's a brilliant idea; simple, easy to execute, and relatively inexpensive and as you say, it will help keep the heat in the hab area in the winter and out during the summer. And you're right; it's your van, and its what you think that matters. That said, you need to keep Julie sweet, and mentioning this mod might keep her out of the van cracked me up 🤣
Thank you. This was the prototype to see if I liked it. I have ordered another curtain and I’m gonna do a better job. This time it will reach the floor and be a bit thicker. It arrives tomorrow and I’ll get it sorted and share the process. Hope you’ll enjoy the update. 👍🏻
Thanks Ruth. I honestly think it will work but I could have made a beater job with the scissors. I’m gonna tidy it up and keep it. It’s a prototype so I’m quite happy. I will tidy it up and test again. Thanks for the feedback. 👍🏻
I have a Luton style motorhome with a huge overcab area. I have a pair of Amazon thermal curtains hanging from the van roof to the floor, keeping the heat in the van and out of overcab Also, I have a blackout curtain from the driver's cab roof to the floor attached with velcro. And as the van came with interior silver screens I use them. Recently I had to move at 2200 hours, very easy, put on reverse camera, remove silver screens and drive off, other curtains in place.
Well spotted Paul. I did try to carry out that test but the fuse tripped and the heating went off in the middle of the night. I will try it again very soon and give a proper update. Probably best to test it when I’m sleeping in it anyway. Proper test. I’ll keep you updated. 👍🏻
Thanks David and bless you for asking that question. If you come back and see my next video on Friday you will see the blind from the other side. Looks great. 👍🏻
I think it's a great idea. Although I'm not intending to stealth camp I do think a curtain is a good anti-condensation idea and coincidently I was messing around with an idea myself yesterday. My method is a lot more Heath Robinson though, your's is a proper job. 👍
Thanks Brian. That was the prototype. Now I know I like it and I think it’s gonna work I have ordered another curtain that reaches the floor and I will be making an update. Look out for the new curtain coming soon. 👍🏻
Thanks Russel. It’s growing on me more all the time. It really does keep the heat in the habitation area. Still waiting to see if it stops the condensation. 👍🏻
Looks good but I am not sure about the condensation, its probably mainly come for your breathing and assuming you keep breathing ;-) it will still be there so I think you will probably find it condenses somewhere in the hab area I woudl keep a lookout for damp areas elsewhere in the van probably the back corners, you don't want it to start soaking into the mattress or the woodwork.
Absolutely right time. I will keep an eye out. I usually leave a skylight open slightly or leave the window at the head of the bed open slightly. It only opens a tiny amount so it doesn’t get hit by the sliding door. My sliding door doesn’t open all the way anyway as I have put a little gadget on to stop it opening all the way. I made a video about that if you want to check it out. It’s really useful. Anyway… I will be keeping an eye on the condensation side of things and I will probably buy a dehumidifier soon. Thanks for the advice though Tim. Really appreciate the feedback. 👍🏻
It’s a good idea stops people looking in to the back of the van but they can see into the cab area at all your security measures which they would not see with screen covers especially when wild camping 👍 Ps I have something been made at the seamstress 🤫
It’s a prototype Rachael. Waiting for the test results and then I will make it better. Maybe you could share a picture of your setup. It will give me more ideas. I think a heavier curtain might be better but this one fits between the top cupboards and it’s thermal. I’ll make it better. Trust me. 👍🏻😂
It’s a good idea, the only issue I have is why you have doubled the side showing black? Why not double showing silver? We just clip a blanket (sent you a pic) 🖤
It blend in with the door trim. I thought I was doing the right thing but I think I should have left the silver showing like you said. I might be able to change it later. 👍🏻
I haven’t. I only put it up when I go to bed. Just for overnight. I use the cab seats all the time so I know what you mean. Just like the curtains at home. I use the windows but still draw the curtains at night. Same concept. I appreciate the feedback though so thank you. 👍🏻
Well…I’m glad you asked. Well spotted. I put the heater on and when I went to check in the morning the fuse had tripped and the heater was off. No idea how long it had been off so the experiment failed. I am going to do another test and try it again soon and update accordingly. I think it will work. You’ll find out soon. 👍🏻
@@mockeyson in the fuse box under the dining area seats in the cv40. It was a trip switch thingy in the middle of the row. I assume that’s a fuse. I’m not an electrician of course so educate me don’t if it’s something else. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch Interesting. That sounds like a circuit breaker if it’s blue? The box on my CV60, I think is the same as CV40, has labels beneath them telling you what they are for. Charger, Water heater etc.. We’ve fitted the curtain behind the seats on two vans, mainly as they didn’t have screen blinds. Our Signature CV60 has them now. Also select recirculating air on Fiat temp controls to prevent wind entry? That may affect condensation too. P.S. We don’t think you are an idiot!!
Great idea with the screen but canny lad you're getting old and soft marra👍 what's with the heating? We're in shorts and flip flops in County Durham. Never been so warm this year. 🤣🤣🤣 Take care Ally and Alan 😍😍
I’m ashamed of myself now you’ve pointed it out. What’s wrong with me. I’m going soft. My next video will be in shorts and t shirt. Whatever the weather. I need to man up. Thanks for the reality check. 👍🏻
Worth it for the humour if nothing else 🤣
Ha ha ha. Thanks. It’s actually growing on me and I think it really does work. I will update in a future video. 👍🏻
Yeah mate, good idea. It's a job on my to-do list when our van turns up. We'll be using some shop bought drapes, cut them to size & take to the drycleaners to stitch up neatly. Great video 👊🏽
Buy yourself a new hacksaw blade xx
Ha ha ha. I’ve got a packet full of hacksaw blades. Too tight to change it unless it snaps. Look out for my video next friday. It will be a good one. I hope. That curtain was just the prototype and I have a new one to put up now. Just waiting for the new press studs to arrive. I think the new curtain will be spot on. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch Cool, looking forward to it 👊🏽
Hi ya mate,
Brilliant Vlog as usual, I thought about doing this mod to our Campervan when we eventually take our delayed delivery of our Expedition 67 in July....Btw have you ever thought about going into comedy , you're so funny and have us in stitches....🤣😂😅
All the best...
Steve & Ang....👍
Thanks Steve. Now I’ve tried it it’s definitely growing on me. This was the prototype and I’ve now ordered another curtain that reaches the floor. I’ll be doing an update video on the fitting and results very soon. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. I really appreciate the feedback. 👍🏻
Interesting concept and can see why you wanted to do it, it's a good alternative to the screen covers and you did a neat job so we would say it's a good idea 👍 also liked your pop stud fitting technique to line it all up, good tip that! But we really hope Julie doesn't watch that video 😂
I’m in the clear. Julie never watches my videos. 👍🏻
It looks neat that, we did the same with a thermal blackout curtain from Ikea but we used 1 inch squares of self adhesive velcro to hold it on instead of press studs. You will notice a difference with the heat but we still get some condensation on the screen in the morning.
Thanks Colin. It was my prototype. I will improve the idea and make it work. Thanks for the info on keeping the heat in. Does it help with the condensation or does it make no difference at all? I will find out in future tests but thanks for sharing your observations. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch Doesn't make a lot of difference for the condensation but we still close the front blinds as well. The cab area feels cold though, when you take the curtain away.
@@colinwade7005 I think a lot of heat escapes through the cab area. I will finish the curtain and make it tidy and see how I go. Might need a dehumidifier. Thanks Colin. 👍🏻
Hi Ian. Looks like a very useful and sensible mod, and you've done a very tidy and professional job on it. Enjoyed the "juggling" with the press studs and were expecting a "head bump" at anytime as you dived under the table ! As far as what others think of this mod, or indeed any of the things you've done in your van is concerned, I wouldn't pay much attention to that. As long as you feel they add to your comfort and enjoyment of using your van, that's really all that matters - and anyhow, the changes you've showed us all make sense. Thanks again, especially for revealing your hidden juggling skills " Take care. George and Trish - CaravanningMacs
Thank you. Very wise words. Now that I know that I like the idea and I think it will go some way to keeping the heat in I have ordered another curtain. This time I will make a better job. Look out for the update coming soon. 👍🏻
It'll be fantastic for when the ARP warden comes round 👍
😂😂😂 like hodges off dads army. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch Put that light out!
@@ttxela Just the prototype mate. Wait until you see the finished article next week.👍
I think it’s a great idea! I’m always worried about people looking into the van when it’s parked up and that’s a great idea for privacy. It might also stop my dogs from barking at other dogs when they pass the van. I`m going for a 5.4m van with a front lounge like the Autosleeper Symbol so it might not work when we’re in the van but I’ll keep it in mind for when we park up. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Sylvia. Still needs a bit of tweaking but it’s working and I like it. 👍🏻
Good idea I think I will do something similar as I quite often wild camp/stealth camp in the city and tend to leave my cab blinds open so it is not obvious that I’m sleeping in the vehicle. Also sounds like it could be a big help with keeping heat in and out, winter summer respectively . Think I’ll use Press studs across the top and self adhesive Velcro sides and bottom. Thanks for planting the idea 🤗
You’re welcome. That was my prototype and now I know I like it I am upgrading to a more permanent solution. Same idea… just an improved version. All will be revealed next Friday. 👍🏻
Really enjoyed watching this Ian, although I don't think it would eliminate all condensation unless it reached the floor and created a better seal.
But it's a brilliant idea; simple, easy to execute, and relatively inexpensive and as you say, it will help keep the heat in the hab area in the winter and out during the summer.
And you're right; it's your van, and its what you think that matters. That said, you need to keep Julie sweet, and mentioning this mod might keep her out of the van cracked me up 🤣
Thank you. This was the prototype to see if I liked it. I have ordered another curtain and I’m gonna do a better job. This time it will reach the floor and be a bit thicker. It arrives tomorrow and I’ll get it sorted and share the process. Hope you’ll enjoy the update. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch I'm sure we will Ian 🙂
You keep convincing yourself Ian, that’s all I’m saying😂.
Thanks Ruth. I honestly think it will work but I could have made a beater job with the scissors. I’m gonna tidy it up and keep it. It’s a prototype so I’m quite happy. I will tidy it up and test again. Thanks for the feedback. 👍🏻
I have a Luton style motorhome with a huge overcab area. I have a pair of Amazon thermal curtains hanging from the van roof to the floor, keeping the heat in the van and out of overcab Also, I have a blackout curtain from the driver's cab roof to the floor attached with velcro. And as the van came with interior silver screens I use them. Recently I had to move at 2200 hours, very easy, put on reverse camera, remove silver screens and drive off, other curtains in place.
I like it. I have ordered a new curtain and will be doing an update soon. 👍🏻
Clark Kent/Superman with the glasses. 😂
Thanks Stuart. You’re not supposed to reveal my true identity. 😂😂
Did I miss the shot of the inside of the windscreen the next morning without the condensation on it🙄
Well spotted Paul. I did try to carry out that test but the fuse tripped and the heating went off in the middle of the night. I will try it again very soon and give a proper update. Probably best to test it when I’m sleeping in it anyway. Proper test. I’ll keep you updated. 👍🏻
Brilliant idea bud, can we see what it looks like from out side from the front?
Thanks David and bless you for asking that question. If you come back and see my next video on Friday you will see the blind from the other side. Looks great. 👍🏻
I think it's a great idea. Although I'm not intending to stealth camp I do think a curtain is a good anti-condensation idea and coincidently I was messing around with an idea myself yesterday. My method is a lot more Heath Robinson though, your's is a proper job. 👍
Thanks Brian. That was the prototype. Now I know I like it and I think it’s gonna work I have ordered another curtain that reaches the floor and I will be making an update. Look out for the new curtain coming soon. 👍🏻
looks ok to me, great job!
Thanks Russel. It’s growing on me more all the time. It really does keep the heat in the habitation area. Still waiting to see if it stops the condensation. 👍🏻
Looks good but I am not sure about the condensation, its probably mainly come for your breathing and assuming you keep breathing ;-) it will still be there so I think you will probably find it condenses somewhere in the hab area I woudl keep a lookout for damp areas elsewhere in the van probably the back corners, you don't want it to start soaking into the mattress or the woodwork.
Absolutely right time. I will keep an eye out. I usually leave a skylight open slightly or leave the window at the head of the bed open slightly. It only opens a tiny amount so it doesn’t get hit by the sliding door. My sliding door doesn’t open all the way anyway as I have put a little gadget on to stop it opening all the way. I made a video about that if you want to check it out. It’s really useful. Anyway… I will be keeping an eye on the condensation side of things and I will probably buy a dehumidifier soon. Thanks for the advice though Tim. Really appreciate the feedback. 👍🏻
It’s a good idea stops people looking in to the back of the van but they can see into the cab area at all your security measures which they would not see with screen covers especially when wild camping 👍
Ps I have something been made at the seamstress 🤫
It’s a prototype Rachael. Waiting for the test results and then I will make it better. Maybe you could share a picture of your setup. It will give me more ideas. I think a heavier curtain might be better but this one fits between the top cupboards and it’s thermal. I’ll make it better. Trust me. 👍🏻😂
It’s a good idea, the only issue I have is why you have doubled the side showing black? Why not double showing silver? We just clip a blanket (sent you a pic) 🖤
It blend in with the door trim. I thought I was doing the right thing but I think I should have left the silver showing like you said. I might be able to change it later. 👍🏻
The downside for me you’ve lost the use of your cab seating area not something I would do to my cv40, but each to there own.
I haven’t. I only put it up when I go to bed. Just for overnight. I use the cab seats all the time so I know what you mean. Just like the curtains at home. I use the windows but still draw the curtains at night. Same concept. I appreciate the feedback though so thank you. 👍🏻
Great job, stop doubting yourself ,you need a magnetic tool tray for your birthday to keep screws ,studs etc. from ending up under the table : )
Thanks Maggie. Magnetic tool tray. What is this sorcery you speak of? I'll look in to that. Thank you. x
@@TravellingfromScratch They are brilliant all different sizes and not expensive.
@@maggiemitchell4359 definitely worth investing in when you’re as cack handed as I am. Thanks Maggie. 👍🏻
You didn’t say in the video if your overnight experiment worked - was there any condensation in the morning?
Well…I’m glad you asked. Well spotted. I put the heater on and when I went to check in the morning the fuse had tripped and the heater was off. No idea how long it had been off so the experiment failed. I am going to do another test and try it again soon and update accordingly. I think it will work. You’ll find out soon. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch lol I had to watch it twice to make sure I didn’t miss it. Look forward to the update 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch Which fuse?
@@mockeyson in the fuse box under the dining area seats in the cv40. It was a trip switch thingy in the middle of the row. I assume that’s a fuse. I’m not an electrician of course so educate me don’t if it’s something else. 👍🏻
@@TravellingfromScratch Interesting. That sounds like a circuit breaker if it’s blue? The box on my CV60, I think is the same as CV40, has labels beneath them telling you what they are for. Charger, Water heater etc..
We’ve fitted the curtain behind the seats on two vans, mainly as they didn’t have screen blinds. Our Signature CV60 has them now.
Also select recirculating air on Fiat temp controls to prevent wind entry? That may affect condensation too.
P.S. We don’t think you are an idiot!!
Great idea with the screen but canny lad you're getting old and soft marra👍 what's with the heating? We're in shorts and flip flops in County Durham. Never been so warm this year. 🤣🤣🤣 Take care Ally and Alan 😍😍
I’m ashamed of myself now you’ve pointed it out. What’s wrong with me. I’m going soft. My next video will be in shorts and t shirt. Whatever the weather. I need to man up. Thanks for the reality check. 👍🏻