Looking at the gaps at the top of the front/rear wheels the rear is definitely sat too low.
Eamonn
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Hi all, we are new to VW and looking for advice / help with choosing our next motor, we've been caravanners / tents for years, but recently sold our caravan as not using as much as we used to, and think that a t6 conversion would suit our needs, 2 adults and 2 small dogs, in the past we've owned everything between a small tent, big tent, trailer tent, caravans big and small to huge American motorhomes. but never a compact like the VW Transporter size.. we've looked at a few and wondered if there are any companies that convert that are recommended or to avoid. so really looking for advice from folks who own them.. are there any must have bits to make life easier using. Probably looking at new as prefer Automatics and like the idea off AWD so can go off grid.
We live in Norfolk but like to travel so distance not an issue if the company reputation is good and recommended. Thanks in advance Eamonn
We live in Norfolk but like to travel so distance not an issue if the company reputation is good and recommended. Thanks in advance Eamonn
Welcome to the Forum! I came across Knights conversions in Spalding Lincs a couple of years back and they did a great conversion for me on my LWB T6....Im in Suffolk so even nearer for you I guess. Jonathon has vans at various stages of builds and normally has a hire van to try if you need to. Highly recommended for a high end build.
www.knightscustomconversions.co.uk
Camper Conversion Company in Lincolnshire - Knights Custom
Luxury Camper Conversions For Your Next Big Adventure. We specialise in luxury campervan conversions from VW to Ford. If you can dream it, we can make it happen
www.knightscustomconversions.co.uk
Eamonn
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@JOG Cheers fella been a while since using forums FB kinda takes over but good to find . @Ricardo T cheers i'll give them a look
This isn't Facebook, that's for sure! There are people on here who actually know what they're talking about and we don't abuse other forum members!!!!
@Eamonn have a look at different layouts. When there’s only 2 of you, do you need rear seatbelts? If not then have a look at a u-shape or l-shape layout so you get a sofa or 2 that can be converted to a bed, or you can sleep in the pop top and keep the table/sofa arrangement unaltered ready for the morning etc. Also give you plenty of storage under the seats.
Eamonn
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@Bigsidavies Cheers hadn't thought of that, i'd need to add a couple of seat belt clips for the dogs harnesses but not the belts i'll look into it TA
nelo
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@Eamonn We used Visiontech in Colchester who are not too far from you - they fit Hilo poptops which is what I was after on our Kombi as well as insulating and lining the van and I went to Bristol for an Ovano Switch bed/ drawer ( they have a dog version but probably not suitable for two ) but it all depends what you want which is the advantage of converting. But Visiontech had a 6 month waiting list in October I found them very professional.
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These are the convertors I've visited and whose conversion work I've reviewed in detail:
Ultimately, I chose VisionTech Automotive to do my conversion on the basis that they fitted Hilo pop-tops, they were flexible and innovative, and I got on well with Dan (the big boss).
HOWEVER, thanks to VW's innovative and logic-free build scheduling
, I am still waiting for my van to be delivered to the convertor, so I can't tell you whether I made the correct decision!!
- Hoyles (Denholme, Bradford)
- Status 1 Automotive (Batley, Leeds)
- Rising Sun Campers (Coventry)
- Crystal Custom Campers (Barwick In Elmet, York)
- Jaibow (Holmfirth, Huddersfield)
- Exploria (Brighouse, Halifax)
- Platinum Wave Campers (Solihull)
- VisionTech Automotive (Colchester)
- Three Bridge Campers (Milton Keynes)
Ultimately, I chose VisionTech Automotive to do my conversion on the basis that they fitted Hilo pop-tops, they were flexible and innovative, and I got on well with Dan (the big boss).
HOWEVER, thanks to VW's innovative and logic-free build scheduling
, I am still waiting for my van to be delivered to the convertor, so I can't tell you whether I made the correct decision!!
nelo
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@Eamonn - @Bav has just reminded me I also got a quote from Exploria - mainly as I had one of their beds on my last T5 which was a solid bit of kit. It was just down to logistics (and EV range) that led me back to Visiontech - main thing is to get booked in. Both are innovative but you need to have a fair idea what you want to achieve in terms of design.
Hi do you have a link to the detailed reviews? Thanks.These are the convertors I've visited and whose conversion work I've reviewed in detail:
The ones I shortlisted were Exploroia, VisionTech Automotive and Three Bridge Campers. In terms of quality, all three stood out head & shoulders above the others (though they're all expensive and they all have a long waiting list).
- Hoyles (Denholme, Bradford)
- Status 1 Automotive (Batley, Leeds)
- Rising Sun Campers (Coventry)
- Crystal Custom Campers (Barwick In Elmet, York)
- Jaibow (Holmfirth, Huddersfield)
- Exploria (Brighouse, Halifax)
- Platinum Wave Campers (Solihull)
- VisionTech Automotive (Colchester)
- Three Bridge Campers (Milton Keynes)
Ultimately, I chose VisionTech Automotive to do my conversion on the basis that they fitted Hilo pop-tops, they were flexible and innovative, and I got on well with Dan (the big boss).
HOWEVER, thanks to VW's innovative and logic-free build scheduling
Sorry, when I said "reviewed in detail", I meant inspected and assessed - I didn't go as far as posting my thoughts and observations. I can PM you with a quick summary of each if that would be of use?
PMed you.
Hello Bav, I'd be interested to read your views on PWC and Vision Tech Automotive if that's possible. Many thanks, Idris.These are the convertors I've visited and whose conversion work I've reviewed in detail:
The ones I shortlisted were Exploroia, VisionTech Automotive and Three Bridge Campers. In terms of quality, all three stood out head & shoulders above the others (though they're all expensive and they all have a long waiting list).
- Hoyles (Denholme, Bradford)
- Status 1 Automotive (Batley, Leeds)
- Rising Sun Campers (Coventry)
- Crystal Custom Campers (Barwick In Elmet, York)
- Jaibow (Holmfirth, Huddersfield)
- Exploria (Brighouse, Halifax)
- Platinum Wave Campers (Solihull)
- VisionTech Automotive (Colchester)
- Three Bridge Campers (Milton Keynes)
Ultimately, I chose VisionTech Automotive to do my conversion on the basis that they fitted Hilo pop-tops, they were flexible and innovative, and I got on well with Dan (the big boss).
HOWEVER, thanks to VW's innovative and logic-free build scheduling
