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  1. S

    West Midlands camper conversions

    ...for now!! Decided to head up to Worcester to see West Midlands camper conversions yesterday to get the van sound deadening, thermal insulation and the fleece insulation. They did offer to travel down and fit at the home address but I thought a day out in Worcester would be in order. After a...
  2. Edinkombi

    Where Have You Been In Your Van Today?

    Arisaig, first trip with new 235 tyres, insulated and soundproofed interior. Like a new van!
  3. C

    Insulation upgrade question

    ...deaden / insulate in some of the panels. I need to get a trim tool to check in the roof. I was looking to get the dodo mat deadening and insulation kit as I think it will probably do a much better job. If I pulled out all that loft insulation stuff it's obviously going to leave crap stuck to...
  4. TeeCeeJay

    Ex RAC Can Camper Build Progress Thread - please help!!

    ...Save money, weight and time and do not cover 100% in 2mm butyl. Learn/recognise the difference between sound deadening (panel boom) and closed cell thermal insulation , 6mm+ which will also have noise reducing properties Thread 'How much dodo mat should I use?' How much dodo mat should I use?
  5. M

    4motionDSG 204hp severe body resonance on acceleration!HELP!

    That's an interesting statement about insulation resonating, I'll check it out, thanks!
  6. roadtripper

    Disconnecting solar panel

    ...maintenance - but so long as you take each wire out individually and make sure it's insulated before you move the other one the risk of any short is minimal. A simple method might be to temporarily attach something like standard insulation connector block to the bare ends - don't just rely on...
  7. J

    Ceiling lights to switch panel wiring route

    Hi all, Recently purchased a part converted van and now getting to work on it myself. Poptop roof already done as is the insulation and carpeting. Currently sorting cable for electrics with plan for battery under drivers seat. Want to have a switch panel on the rear panel on drivers side but...
  8. roadtripper

    Fridge under passenger seat

    I don't think you'd get much space by the time you factor in insulation and compressor?
  9. cgtmiles

    Year round usage?

    Ditto in all but we don’t need thermals, gloves or hats on at night. Once the heater warms the van up it’s pretty toastie until morning
  10. soldas

    Heater or sleeping bag?!

    ...and only had the bed base at first. I now have an extra board to fill the gap above the front seats which I think adds a bit if extra sudo insulation. I brought insulated window covers, the internal silver stick on ones for all windows. Which has mad a big difference. I have a diesel heater...
  11. La Dodgy Vita

    Rain guard

    I used a length of pipe insulation, sliced it in half and chamfered one edge. Works a treat
  12. Q

    How to re-insulate headliner and how to fix down since I scrapped the fiberglass molded liner?

    ...that terrible job of scraping adhesive off the roof again. Since I ripped the fiberglass stuff out I am wondering how I could fix new insulation on and also what best to use. That part is tricky because it is round a bend. For flat you can use firm board type stuff. On the other hand with...
  13. nomislotsirb

    For Sale foil backed insulation/underlay

    Typically used for beneath laminate engineered flooring, but can imagine this may be of use to someone undertaking van conversion or wanting to make some DIY internal thermal shades. Two different types; Quick-Step Basic Plus Underlay (silver) approx. 7m2 £7.50 Elka Comfort Lay Wood Flooring...
  14. R

    Insulation, necessary would you say?

    I install insulation into all my vans, I use superfoil, it's thick and sound insulates as well, so cooler in summer warmer in winter, for max longevity I spray corrosion inhibitor into all cavities internal and external and add a polythene vapour barrier to internal before replacing internal...
  15. ERICTHEVAN

    Sold KiraVans Thermal Fill 35mm Loose-weave Lightweight Polyester Campervan Insulation (10m Roll)

    I have one roll of insulation left from my conversion - I purchased this from Kiravans, and it retails at £44.70. The roll is still bagged up and has been unopened since it arrived. It would require collecting, although very light. £30 and it is yours!
  16. W

    Startline vs highline from day one

    Thanks, we are looking at a few Coast 2 coast, Spartan, platinum wave and Cambridge campervans I'm aware of others not insulating or sound boarding
  17. G

    Westfalia TowBar fit

    Thanks for the replies. So do I need this for the Towbar? I have 3 connections to the main battery via 15a fuses….or can I just coil it up and insulate?
  18. S

    Sound Deadening or No Sound Deadening

    ...insulate and carpet but have had conflicting advice around deadening; some saying it makes a massive difference, others saying that insulation, boarding where necessary and carpeting is all you need. What's the consensus on the forum, does it make all the difference or not; and if it does...
  19. Y

    Shuttle/Kombi rear heater removal

    What about the hoses?
  20. B

    Floor prep, best way to clean ?

    While it’s not bad what’s the best way to clean all the dirt along the edges of the floor, need it spotless prior to insulation and ply please. I dont want to pressure wash it.
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