lovely informative and detailed overview !! Thanks for sharing with us

Great video. I just bought a California last week, and you’ve given me lots of ideas for storing my stuff. ❤

I use a portable single halogen hob when I’m on hock up and saves my gas. Love watching your videos thank you 😊

Those Joseph Joseph folding scales are brilliant. We have them in the kitchen drawer in the house.

Yahhooo.. I've finally got my Cali.. the dream came true ❤😊 it's a thing!!

Excellent vid, great ideas! Helping me as I set out on my van life adventure!

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome

Great video thank you. My Cali is on order - cannot wait to get organised!

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

The wait is agony, I remember it well! Hope you are enjoying collecting goodies in the meantime :)

Thanks for some good tips guys! Looking forward to Sarah’s clamping video I feel like I’m going to learn a lot from it 😊

@CampervanTime

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for reminding us about that! We will sort when we get our new van in the next few months :)

Thanks guys, really useful info there, ordered some of the IKEA boxes and the ones for the big drawer. 👍

@CampervanTime

10 ай бұрын

Our pleasure!

Great ideas…. I use a lot of the same stuff … loving the Joseph scales… going to get those for sure…

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Sarah spotted those a while ago but has only just dug deep enough to buy them!!

New sub! Loved the pace and tone. Some great ideas for a new to be vanner.

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats!!

Nice ideas and solutions guys. Well done.

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad it was helpful 👍

Great to see how it can be done. Thanks

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, hopefully some ideas if you need any 😀

Nice and clean draws.xxx

Great channel guys

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that's very kind :)

Nice video again . i noticed particularly your very smart nespresso portable system , i'll ask Santa Claus for that ! On our side we have also those Kuggis boxes from IKEA In summer - if wild campsite - we also use sometimes our KAMPA GEYSER hot cube system for hot shower , very compact , plugged on 12v socket and linked to 904/907 gaz bottle . with Quechua pop up cabin , it's nearly 5 stars hotel everywhere ! We'll probably buy CADAC but at the moment our small CAMPING GAZ BISTRO burner + "custom" plancha do the job

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds just fantastic!! Will have to check it out!

Hi guys. I was wondering where you got the blue bags to tidy away the cables. If you could provide a recommendation or link that would be great. Also found the videos great too!

Larger Tescos currently selling the large Curver baskets at £3.50 ea. Bought a pair today in a nice grey to match the Cali interior.

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Great tip, thanks for sharing!

Great to see how others use the space in a Cali. The ikea boxes are perfect and was probably the first thing we bought, so can we’ll recommend!! (Will definitely be drilling a hole in the shallow ones now👍). 2 questions, with all your storage filled with utensils and tech etc…. Where do you store your clothes? And where do you store your bedding? Thanks again. Dave

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

No problem! Clothes in the wardrobe in packing cubes (Amazon basics) and bedding in the boot in a IKEA zip bag 👍

Your videos are costing me a lot of money. First Cali coming in 2 weeks.

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

Good stuff! Half the fun of owning one is all the stuff to go with it! It never ends, by the way !

Thanks for showing us all the things you use en hide. Did I miss where you leave the bedding things while traveling?

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

No, you didn’t miss it - we didn’t say! We’ll do a separate vlog about bedding etc and options, but we keep ours in a IKEA zip bag in the boot behind the bench seat 👍

We have just bought our first Cali. Found your Chanel and loving all the content. Thanks for sharing. Now I’m a guy and can live without the frills, but Pauline wants to fen the van up a bit. Could you please tell us where your round light above the kitchen were bought from? Thanks once again guys. Robbie and Pauline

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

Sure! They are from cableandcotton.com and you can pick whatever colours you want 👍

We're just starting out with our 1st cali and finding your videos so useful! You do seem to have thought of everything! Just wanted to ask which size ikea storage boxes you have used in your cupboard please? Thanks, Caroline x

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

Great! I think we put them in the video description if I remember correctly 👍

My hubby wishes I put in the same amount of time and care and organisation in the house!!!! Not likely I adore my van.

I can only imagine the rattling of the cutlery drawer driving down the road.

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

Surprisingly, that’s pretty much the only thing that we’ve never experienced rattles from!

Hi thanks for all the info on “bits & bobs” in the van. Can I ask what size are the IKEA white boxes please?

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

26x35x8 (the shallow one) and then 26x35x15 for the deeper one. I think Ikea don't have the 8cm depth one at the moment but they do the 15cm.

Does the metal cutlery rattle in the drawer ? Wondering what cutlery to buy for myself Great video once again guys !

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. No it doesn't seem to, or if it does we can't hear it!

You are so organised! 😂👍🏻 would you by any chance know what size the two different Kuggis boxes are as I plan to order some online? Thanks

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

I do, but not off the top of my head. If you have a read through the comments on here for this video you’ll see that I have posted them up previously.

Hi, we’ve ordered a Cali so this was a really useful video! Could you please tell me the size of the curver box in the bottom left hand cupboard & also the skubb box dimensions? Thanks!

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, glad it was helpful :) The skubb boxes are the ones in the bench seat and come as a set of six with 3 sizes included (just have a look at the link in the description). The ones in the cupboard are kuggis - 26x35x8 (the shallow one) and then 26x35x15 for the deeper one. I think Ikea might be out of the shallow one at the moment but you might be able to find one online somewhere. The curver box - good question... We'll have to measure it and come back to you.

I had to make a brew as you pulled out the hot drinks box 😂 Question… do the ingenio pans slide off the pot stands? We use tefal pans with the thick base as they grip the stove really well 👍🏼

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Hello! The ingenio pans do move around a bit, yes, although we've found this tends to only be a temporary problem with new vans/hobs as the hob stainless bars start to get a little rough with normal use, thus allowing the pans to be more 'stuck' in place. I know they also do different types of ingenio pans too including different base types which are likely better than our aluminium non-stick version.

Hi Will and Sarah. Thank you so much for your wonderful and inspiring channel. We have recent bought a California Coast T6.1 the same age as yours, and are finding your videos really useful and interesting and we have taken a lot of your advice. Could you please provide a link for the coloured zip-up clothes bags that you put in your wardrobe. All the very best. Andrew and Caroline C.

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Of course! Here you go amzn.to/3cWWn9X

@andrewchamen3551

2 жыл бұрын

👍

New Subscriber to your channel 💜…Absolutely loved your Cupboard tour… How ingenious!…the double ended kitchen spoon/scraper/siever thingy 🙌🏼 , Quick question.. Did I miss your where your coffee pod maker was? Looking forward to your previous videos, Glad to have found you! And thank you for sharing!

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

We’re very pleased you’ve found us!! Our coffee pod machine is in the drawer with the stovetop kettle and tea etc. It’s in a dark black canvas case/bag so tricky to see. 😀

@dianeharrison3210

2 жыл бұрын

@@CampervanTime Ah!!! I did see it but thought it was too small to be an actual pod machine! Loved the video .. You guys are going to fly 💙

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

You're so kind, thank you ❤️

Great video again folks! So useful for us novices waiting for our Cali’s to be delivered. I notice you mentioned an electric heater - why do you need this if the Cali diesel heater is so good?

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

We only use it when we’re on a site with hookup as it saves a bit of diesel. We don’t tend to use it very often to be honest, but it is also nice to have very instant heat too if we need it.

@stephensellick3642

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks - similar question for the Cadac…with the Cali kitchen being pretty good does the Cadac get used much?

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Yes - as it allows us to be outside enjoying the nice weather, a beer and able to cook. Plus (probably more important!) is if we’ve got something particularly messy, it’s easier to wash up than clean the Cali hob!

@alanthompson3430

2 жыл бұрын

We have a gas heater that’s great for instant heat but does create a bit of background noise. Our electric oil radiator is silent has a thermostat so is perfect for leaving on during the night, if we are hooked up. I think you need both for the winter in the UK

iThank you!! Did I miss where ere you showed the bin and the link to purchase it? Cheers

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Hi - it’s from Camper Centrum - vwcampershop.nl/top-volgens-rob/prullenbakje/ 👍

Brilliant vid guys. Going to ikea tomorrow. What size are the containers as several sizes to choose from?

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Ooo good question. I think the larger ones are something like 35x26x15 and the shallower ones are the same but x8 rather than x15. I know they do different colours now too!

@grahams3417

2 жыл бұрын

I think the 35*26*8 have been discontinued, but Rymans do a Wham Studio Basket 5.01 that looks identical in size and shape, albeit without the lid

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh ok - thanks for the tip, a pity though that Ikea have discontinued the correct size for us!! Will check that one out in Rymans when I am next near one

Hey there - love you videos! Do you have a link for the shower storage bag? Great idea rather than using the tray. And…….your clothes???!!

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

Yep, the shower pocket is here: vwcaliforniaclub.com/shop/product/brandrup-utility-rear-wardrobe-shower-bag-vw-t6t5-california-ocean-se-coast?fo_c=3413&fo_k=133cd351f232f59e7d40999a812c74d3&fo_s=gplauk&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-ezOo_v2_QIVSrTtCh1dJg-DEAQYASABEgIOg_D_BwE Clothes go in packing cubes (Amazon) and in the wardrobe / overhead box above the bench

@RA-zr5lw

10 ай бұрын

Handy shower pocket yet almost £100, they know how to take advantage of people who love their campers! 🤨

Hi.... Cali on order but I have hired before on occasions and glad to see it's not just me that gets all OCD about rattles and noises clanging about in the back :-) Quick question with regard to your redundant Tefal pans... well, not so much the pans but the 'stuff' you have padding the them out to avoid the rattles.... are they bought or crafted by your own hands?

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Bought - Lakeland - www.lakeland.co.uk/22314/3-Anti-Scratch-Kitchen-Pan-Protectors---Blue 😀👍

Hi Sarah and Will, thank you for all of the videos, they're really helpful. I've recently brought an exe demo VW T6.1 California Ocean, first trip this Monday to Hayling Island, as it's close to us. During this video Will turned on a small light in the top left hand cupboard. Where is the switch located to operate this light please? As I can't seem to locate it 😂 Also have you made a video that explains the control panel at the back on the right hand side, as I'm not at all sure what this is for and how it is used correctly. Kind regards, Stuart

@CampervanTime

6 ай бұрын

Hello! The lights for the cupboards under the sink are on the end, on the right hand side of the kitchen block as you look at it - near the USBs. We've not done a video on the rear climate control panel (that's what it is). The Ocean is a great model as it has the three zone climate control. This means left/right front passengers and also the rear has its own temperature control and fan speed etc. This is great if you have a dog in the back, children etc. Only works with the engine running mind you.

@stuartyoung2557

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'll try it now 😊

@stuartyoung2557

6 ай бұрын

Got it, thank you 😊

Hi guys. Just got our Cali Ocean yesterday and trying to organise things! Love the idea with the ikea boxes in the seat drawer but the mystery is….. Where are your fly screens now?🤔

@CampervanTime

11 ай бұрын

Sat flat under the mattress at the back of the van 👍

@steve001p

11 ай бұрын

@@CampervanTime brilliant thanks. That’s where I’ve put them 👍

We have the same tefal pans as you. I find the handle scratches all round the edge though. Just bought the dustpan and brush and ordered a collapsible kettle and now looking for the collapsible electric kettle (any good?). BTW, the Lakeland multi pan lid has been discontinued.

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting us know about the lid, that’s a shame. The collapsible electric kettle works a treat. It isn’t the fastest to boil but it isn’t that high power (so easy on campsite electrics).

Really helpful and who doesn't love a good nosey 😉 Hubby and I have just ordered our T6. 1 coast.... Just a 10 month turnaround 😢 Can I ask about the wags blanket thingy you showed in the airline overhead please? Thank you 😊

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Sarah can comment on that, she found it online somewhere but it’s essentially a suffable dog mat!

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kirstie, I bought it from a local pet shop to us, but it’s here if you want to take a look: gsequestrian.co.uk/products/henry-wag-alpine-travel-snuggle-bed?variant=31799360323632&gclid=CjwKCAiA1aiMBhAUEiwACw25MSGq_Bz1TSSvF6VYgebwNkrlH6RXUkkWRysu_M0RXgbWxzMMPOzhaRoCQwcQAvD_BwE We were keen to make sure it was something small and light and it seems to do the job!

@coasting_thru_midlife4660

2 жыл бұрын

@@CampervanTime thank you! Need something for our vizsla to sit on as he's a diva 😉

Sorry me again the storage boxes you have in the right hand cupboard? Ikea is there space to have two of the smaller ones on the top shelf? Not having my van yet means I can’t check myself and our nearest Ikea is miles from us my daughter has kindly offered to take me there. Exciting times getting things sorted 😀

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I *think* so, but will check a bit later for you. Drop me an email to contact@californiatime.co.uk and I will send you a pic after I’ve tried :)

Hi Will and Sarah - could you please tell me the sizes of the Kuggis boxes that you have for your van please - looking at getting some for mine (but haven't picked the van up yet so can't measure the shelves!) Thanks

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

They are Kuggis 26x35x8cm (the shallow ones) and Kuggis 26x35x15cm (taller ones). The 8cm shallower ones seem to be either out of stock or discontinued but if you look at eBay, Facebook marketplace etc you might be lucky!

@jcuk7b

2 жыл бұрын

@@CampervanTime Thanks guys really appreciate your help and love the channel.

Just rented a Coast (2022) are the cupboard sliding doors always stiff ? Just broke a clip on the left hand side , after struggling to move both doors to allow the cutlery draw to be pulled out ? It has certainly put me off buying a California , not great quality , just hope I’ll get some of the £250, deposit back

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Ours were stiff from the factory but sorted quickly with a little tiny bit of silicone spray in the lower track. Now slide nicely. It is worth noting that if you have the right hand door fully open (ie slid to the left behind the left hand door) then you can’t press the button on the left hand door and slide both across to the right in one go. You could do this on the T6 but as the button design has changed on the 6.1 you can’t do that now. Hope things get sorted easily on it.

Where do you store your clothes?

Hi Guys! Is your cutlery tray a standard 6.1 tray? I've got a 6 and it's not shaped well at all. I've had a look and van't seem to find one that looks like yours. Hope you're both well :)

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it is/was the standard one that came with the van. Brandrup sell a custom one if you’re not happy with what you have, it has different trays/slots 👍

And how do you guys load the wardrobe? The only cabinet you didnt show and personally the hardest to master imo

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

It’s normally empty except for Sarah’s travel hair dryer and a couple of packable ponchos for emergency use. We use the wardrobe for our clothes and we use soft packing cubes to load it. We have separate colours between us so we know who’s is who’s. We would like some shelves I think, as it does turn in to a bit of a big bucket!

another fantastic and very informative video - I went to Ikea to look for the Kuggis boxes but i could only find the taller one - wasn't able to find the half height one don't suppose you have the dimensions of the boxes please

@VAhmad-n1g

Күн бұрын

Hi did you find the dimensions for the Kuddis boxes, Cali being delivered 2/9 but wanted to order so ready to pack up

That was sad as predicted 😂 but also very useful. Thanks as ever. Just a question as I’m surprised you didn’t show us Will 🙄 - what kind of thing is it you use for filling the water please? ( I know, we never let up ..)

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh yes - we have a blue water hose in a round bag in the boot (well, under the rear of the bed/bench). Just like the electric hookup cable.

@andyblake1849

2 жыл бұрын

@@CampervanTime with what kind of end? (Sorry)

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh I see, sorry. Probably easier with a photo but we’ve got normal garden style hose connectors on both ends (the quick release type) as it just nicely wedges in the hole on the van when you take the water cap off. We carry a small selection of plastic screw on adaptors and quick release male ends to connect to any tap we come across.

@peten4043

2 жыл бұрын

Great video guys very entertaining and informative as ever 👍🏻 thought there’d be a wine rack in those cupboards 😂

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Ha! Neither Sarah or I drink red so always in the fridge.. 😁

Where did you get the little rubbish bin on RHS of sink I see in 6:28 please?

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

Hi! It's this one from Camper Centrum in Amsterdam :) vwcampershop.nl/top-volgens-rob/prullenbakje/

@daddynugent

Жыл бұрын

@@CampervanTime Thanks so much. I see they are out of stock at the moment, but I will keep an eye on the site.

Sarah how do you fill the salt & pepper 😂😂 my one just arrived with no instructions lol 👍

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Just pull the top off (the triangle plastic bit) and you’ll see that there are three rubber triangle compartments in there. Fill, then clip lid back on 👍

@jeanettesmart9990

2 жыл бұрын

Done 🤦🏽‍♀️lol

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣😁

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What size Kugis did you get to fit? Thanks

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

6x35x8 (the shallow one) and then 26x35x15 for the deeper one :)

@FoodFightersChannel

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated

No tools and where do you keep your clothes?

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Clothes go in soft packing cubes and in the wardrobe and tools… well the Cali has it’s own mini toolkit stored in the rear of the bench seat for changing the wheel etc. Apart from that, it comes with breakdown cover !

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

Although going on a ‘proper’ long trip into the wilderness, we’d take a small selection of tools.

@tooyoungtobeold8756

2 жыл бұрын

@@CampervanTime I have breakdown cover but I would rather have a go instead of waiting hours (sometimes). I may ditch them though. I am a bit of a belt and braces person.. No fire extinguisher?

You can't use all that kitchen stuff surely?? I've got less in my house 🤣

@CampervanTime

2 жыл бұрын

🤣 certainly not all at once! We’ve got way too many tefal ingenio pans that’s for sure.

Where are your clothes?

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

We use soft packing cubes from Amazon and store them in the wardrobe :)

What did you drill the hole with? What size drill bit did you use?

@CampervanTime

Жыл бұрын

I used a step drill and the whole is 22mm I think, but also started a pilot hole of 6mm to help the step drill start

@michaelrowan3851

Жыл бұрын

Thanks