The following are links to site that I found useful, either for planning and inspiration regarding the van conversion, suppliers of equipment and materials, and useful information regarding guidebooks and travelling with a van abroad.
INSPIRATION FOR VAN CONVERSIONS
http://www.deepredmotorhome.com/index.php
I owe a lot to “Deep Red”.-This is a very detailed description of a self-build conversion to a high spec, with loads of useful technical drawings and other information
http://www.westcountrycamperconversions.co.uk/
This is where I had some of the conversion done. The gallery provides a good source of inspiration for interior design.
http://www.campervanlife.com/building/planing-camper-van-conversion
http://www.practicalmotorhome.com/advice/30496-build-your-own-motorhome-for-8000
INFORMATION REGARDING TRAVELLING ABROAD IN A CAMPERVAN
http://www.vicariousbooks.co.uk/
A useful source of all kinds of guide books. I relied on the two shown below, as they had multi-v-country information. More comprehensive country specific publications are also available
INSPIRATION FOR VAN CONVERSIONS
http://www.deepredmotorhome.com/index.php
I owe a lot to “Deep Red”.-This is a very detailed description of a self-build conversion to a high spec, with loads of useful technical drawings and other information
http://www.westcountrycamperconversions.co.uk/
This is where I had some of the conversion done. The gallery provides a good source of inspiration for interior design.
http://www.campervanlife.com/building/planing-camper-van-conversion
http://www.practicalmotorhome.com/advice/30496-build-your-own-motorhome-for-8000
INFORMATION REGARDING TRAVELLING ABROAD IN A CAMPERVAN
http://www.vicariousbooks.co.uk/
A useful source of all kinds of guide books. I relied on the two shown below, as they had multi-v-country information. More comprehensive country specific publications are also available
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http://www.campingcard.co.uk/
This is the website for ACSI,of of the main international camping clubs.They do their own guidebook of inspected sites,with the guidebooks including in the cover a discount card which gives significant discounts out of the main season.I used this a lot. They also provide a camping card for s small fee, which is an ID card accepted by the vast majority of sites as an ID document,as it has passport number and personal details.Using this, there is no need to show or leave a passport at any reception office.
This is the website for ACSI,of of the main international camping clubs.They do their own guidebook of inspected sites,with the guidebooks including in the cover a discount card which gives significant discounts out of the main season.I used this a lot. They also provide a camping card for s small fee, which is an ID card accepted by the vast majority of sites as an ID document,as it has passport number and personal details.Using this, there is no need to show or leave a passport at any reception office.
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What are the most important differences between the ACSI Club ID and CampingCard ACSI?
ACSI Club ID is a Camping Carnet. It is an alternative identity document, accepted at 8800 camp sites. Members are automatically insured for liability. ACSI Club ID is not a discount card. CampingCard ACSI is a discount card with which you can camp at 3142 camp sites at advantageous rates in the low season. CampingCard ACSI is not an alternative identity document and you will not be automatically insured for liability. |
SOUCES OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
http://www.caktanks.co.uk/
http://www.olearymotorhomes.co.uk/
http://www.magnummotorhomes.co.uk/en/#
http://www.rainbowconversions.co.uk/
https://www.leisureshopdirect.com/
OTHER USEFUL COMPANIES
The Caravan & Boat Seat Cover Centre,Bristol(foam and specialist cutting and upholstery)
http://www.cbscc.co.uk/
Autogas 2000, LPG tanks
http://www.autogas.co.uk/motorhome-home.htm
http://www.caktanks.co.uk/
http://www.olearymotorhomes.co.uk/
http://www.magnummotorhomes.co.uk/en/#
http://www.rainbowconversions.co.uk/
https://www.leisureshopdirect.com/
OTHER USEFUL COMPANIES
The Caravan & Boat Seat Cover Centre,Bristol(foam and specialist cutting and upholstery)
http://www.cbscc.co.uk/
Autogas 2000, LPG tanks
http://www.autogas.co.uk/motorhome-home.htm
THE COST OF BUILDING MY VAN
COSTS
Van
Renault Master , LM35dci 120 Extra, Special Edition , Long wheel base,Medium roof
76000 miles, 3 years old (inclusive of VAT) 8880
Equipment
Waeco CR80 Compressor fridge 579
Dometic 4110W toilet 359
Propex Heatsource HS2000E air heater (Both gas and electric operation) 628
SMEV 2 ring gas hob 189
SMEV 8005 kitchen sink (and mixer tap) 135
Thetford shower tray 53
Shurflo pump ,20psi,7 L/min 59
Truma Ultrastore GE water heater (gas and electric operation) 352
Kombialarm Gas leak /narcotic gas detector + 2 extra sensors 187
Smoke and CO detectors 15
Sargent EC160 Power Supply Unit 170
12V LED lights (5) 152
Washroom sink,and mixer tap shower apparatus 236
TV/DVD and mount (12v /260V) 200
Cab windows silver screens 145
Set of European LPG filler adaptors 43
Levelling chocks 39
Furniture doors (ready made) 1144
Table tops (bespoke) and legs 170
Skylights (two),28 cm x 28cm MPK,with flynets and rollerblinds 110
Window fitting (for side door and 2 rear doors) 360
Cradle for spare wheel 140
2 Driver seats from Holland 525
Professional fitting
(Westcountry Motorhomes , Clutton) 4132
Includes
Installing 2 skylights, with bespoke fibreglass mounts over uneven roof
2 x leisure batteries.
Fitting of solar panel
Fitting of Sargent ECU
Full 240v/12V /co-axial wiring
Air heater Installation (incl. intake and exhaust through van floor)
Installation of water heater (incl. vent through side panel)
LPG tank and installation (incl. filler hose through van floor)
Full gas piping installation
Underslung freshwater tank, and grey water water tank +associated piping
Reinstall of LPG tank
Autogas 2000,Thirsk 200
Garage work
Purchase and Fitting of rear passenger seatbelt 170
Fitting of underslung spare wheel cradle 230
Re-gassing of Aircon 80
Materials
Airtec insulation(2 Rolls) and metallic tape 242
Floor vinyl sheet 129
Laminated Plywood sheeting(15mm) 300
(3mm) 272
Electrical sundries. Plugs, sockets and additional cable 100
Hose and ducting 148
Aluminium sheet 140
Glues and sealants 230
Timber 250
Hinges, handles, clips, screws etc 267
Leatherette 32
Curtain and silver screen material 84
Foam for seat/bed cushions 201
Upholstering of foam 583
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Conversion 13627
Van 8880
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Total 22507
COSTS
Van
Renault Master , LM35dci 120 Extra, Special Edition , Long wheel base,Medium roof
76000 miles, 3 years old (inclusive of VAT) 8880
Equipment
Waeco CR80 Compressor fridge 579
Dometic 4110W toilet 359
Propex Heatsource HS2000E air heater (Both gas and electric operation) 628
SMEV 2 ring gas hob 189
SMEV 8005 kitchen sink (and mixer tap) 135
Thetford shower tray 53
Shurflo pump ,20psi,7 L/min 59
Truma Ultrastore GE water heater (gas and electric operation) 352
Kombialarm Gas leak /narcotic gas detector + 2 extra sensors 187
Smoke and CO detectors 15
Sargent EC160 Power Supply Unit 170
12V LED lights (5) 152
Washroom sink,and mixer tap shower apparatus 236
TV/DVD and mount (12v /260V) 200
Cab windows silver screens 145
Set of European LPG filler adaptors 43
Levelling chocks 39
Furniture doors (ready made) 1144
Table tops (bespoke) and legs 170
Skylights (two),28 cm x 28cm MPK,with flynets and rollerblinds 110
Window fitting (for side door and 2 rear doors) 360
Cradle for spare wheel 140
2 Driver seats from Holland 525
Professional fitting
(Westcountry Motorhomes , Clutton) 4132
Includes
Installing 2 skylights, with bespoke fibreglass mounts over uneven roof
2 x leisure batteries.
Fitting of solar panel
Fitting of Sargent ECU
Full 240v/12V /co-axial wiring
Air heater Installation (incl. intake and exhaust through van floor)
Installation of water heater (incl. vent through side panel)
LPG tank and installation (incl. filler hose through van floor)
Full gas piping installation
Underslung freshwater tank, and grey water water tank +associated piping
Reinstall of LPG tank
Autogas 2000,Thirsk 200
Garage work
Purchase and Fitting of rear passenger seatbelt 170
Fitting of underslung spare wheel cradle 230
Re-gassing of Aircon 80
Materials
Airtec insulation(2 Rolls) and metallic tape 242
Floor vinyl sheet 129
Laminated Plywood sheeting(15mm) 300
(3mm) 272
Electrical sundries. Plugs, sockets and additional cable 100
Hose and ducting 148
Aluminium sheet 140
Glues and sealants 230
Timber 250
Hinges, handles, clips, screws etc 267
Leatherette 32
Curtain and silver screen material 84
Foam for seat/bed cushions 201
Upholstering of foam 583
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Conversion 13627
Van 8880
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Total 22507