Watched every episode and although not a caravaner but a campervaner loved every minute thanks

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Derek. We love campervans as well. We're considering converting a panel van or minibus next winter - watch this space!

You may need a sheet on top of board for bed that stops condensation as with not having holes in board it will cause condensation on top of board causing mattress to get wet Use them in self build vans Wish I knew what they are called but can't remember

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tina, I'm guessing that it is some sort of moisture wicking material? We're going to closely monitor the mattress situation and alter the design if needed. We're working on the Divan bed theory at the moment!

Thank you for that long awaited but well worth it vlog. It's been a mission & a half for you guys but I've enjoyed every bit of your videos. Well done & enjoy!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the series. Thanks for your lovely comment!

I’ve just binged every video. I need to thank you because I’ve learnt so much. I’ve got a stripped out caravan coming in literally an hour and with hopefully know a lot more than I originally did thanks to you lot! Good job guys. Wonder what it looks like now in 2023!?

Great job 👏- huge effort and it looks brilliant 👌🏻

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! We're really pleased with it!

Great job, the caravan looks super cosy. One thing that concerns me is the bad platform! I would drill holes in it to allow ventilation to stop the mattress from sweating and becoming mouldy.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Moya, thanks for you comment. We'll be monitoring the bed situation over the coming days and checking regularly for any signs of moisture build up. We're taking design inspiration from divan beds which do not have holes or slats, though the material on top of the divan bed platform may have moisture wicking properties. Will keep you all updated.

Well done, was a good end to a difficult first repair project should be proud of yourselves looks great 👍🏻

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 I'm in no hurry to complete another! Ha ha!

@deanfillingham2788

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve followed your story from your first blogs & have been watching yours & others caravan blogs for the past 18 months, I’ve been apprehensive about buying a van but just last week ordered my first caravan comes in may yes it’s a brand new one so a bit different to how you’ve done it & no plans to live in it...yet but watching your blogs has been fun & inspiring & give me the bottle to make that investment & say what the hell, so thanks best of luck & keep up the good work

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! That's awesome. Enjoy it. Hopefully, we'll all be able to take full advantage of the coming summer season! Wishing you many marvellous adventures in your van 😁

Absolutely brilliant. I have a similar project ahead of me after buying a lock down damper van !! This is going to massively help. Kudos to all of you and your superbly documented project. Bloody awesome : )

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad to have been of help. Feel free to ask us any questions. If I can provide you with a helpful answer, then I will! Best wishes!

Well done both of you for persevering, I did wonder once or twice if you’d throw the towel in. You have taken it all in your stride though (on camera anyway!). One final tip, if I may, get some ventilation holes drilled in that bed base or it’s go mouldy.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, David. Yes, it has been tough at points, but we've persevered and gotten through it. With regards to the bed, we're going to trial it as is and monitor it. It's an easy enough fix if we find that moisture build up is becoming an issue.

Whey hey , well done guys , that was a tester 😆

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ian, yes, definitely was testing at points!

Absolutely loved this series. My total despair at discovering our Bailey has a damp wall due to an awning rail has been changed to uplifting positivity by you pair. Plus.... I thought I was the only person who had heard of Jinchen Zhang! Top, top work, both of you!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

This makes me so happy to read, as it was our motivating factor for making the videos. Fingers crossed that your repair will go smoothly for you. Best wishes, Jamie

@TheMeeja

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels Only discovered the damp a few days ago, whilst we were prepping the van to go away in a few weeks. I don’t know how extensive it is, but until now, it’s been a bone dry van. Due to Covid, it hasn’t moved for nearly two years… I think I have a tame farmer I can rent some undercover space from not too far from home… and whilst I knew roughly what a damp repair entailed, watching someone go through it in detail is enormously helpful! I think I only have one window to deal with… We plan to go away as planned, and then when we get back I need to get cracking!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMeeja Sounds like you've got a good plan there. Hopefully, you might have caught it early enough to just get away with replacing the outer ply, but if not, it's no big deal to remove and replace the battens. Good luck to you and feel free to fire any questions my way. If I can help, I will. 👌

Brilliant job Guys hope you have a great season on the beautiful Isle of Anglesey

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

We're looking forward to a great season of beautiful weather and, hopefully, few restrictions!

Well you have scared the crap out of me lol I never what to try take on a job like that lol Well done hope its holding up over the years. Good seeing a couple work together so well.

Well done to you both...I've enjoyed watching the transformation...👍

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

Well done guys .... love the colours

Bl**dy heroes the pair of you ! Well done, Excellent footage, and a lovely result. Pat yourselves on the back,💪 and have a drink on me 🥂👍

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 Mine's a real ale!

Hey you Two. Ive watched from 1,11 and enjoyed every single one... BRILLIANT. Got me back into Fray Bentos Pies also. Enjoy yourselves.

Fantastic guys! Amazing work. It looks great and such a massive achievement. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Best wishes Sue, Brian and The Westies👍🐶🐾😀

@brooklandbackyardbrewerype2966

3 жыл бұрын

Magic, pure magic. You did an amazing job. Take care both.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊 We're incredibly pleased with the outcome!

Wonderful viewing, I am atm having a what did I start moment when I discovered some damp in my caravan and a small job turned into the whole front end being wet rot with slugs resident! I too had the idea to move the seating to make a bed as would make more room and also hopefully add some strength to the frame thankyou for inspiring me to carry on!! Ellie a fellow northerner!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear we've been helpful to you. Feel free to message me any questions on Facebook. Always happy to help where I can!

A job well done 👍🏻

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

I agree that the awning rail is one of the biggest failure points that and the expansion joints between the GRP sections and the roof. I've recently had to repair an entire rear quarter of a six berth for a hole no bigger than a needle. Caravans of the era were pretty much stapled together and built very quickly. The few that didn't leak were definitely the minority. Keeping them clean and regularly checking joints, seals for damage goes a long way to keeping things dry.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Heya, sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I must've missed your comment. Awning rails are a definite pain. It wouldn't be so bad if the flange covering the other panels were wider. Ours were only around 10mm, which is really poor.

Well done on your caravan renovation

Hi Guys. I have been waiting for part 11!! I am also near the end of repairing my damp front end of my caravan - I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel! Well done for seeing it through, its so time consuming and the weather doesnt help! Hope you enjoy your old new home :)

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lauren. We're super pleased with how it's turned out in the end. We were so fortunate to have had the lockdown time to use to complete the project. I'm certain that it would have taken far longer had I been trying to work throughout the rebuild. Are you on any of the socials? Would be interested in seeing the pictures of your caravan repair!

@jacksonsmummy100

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels I'm not on any social media only use WhatsApp! Other than that I have Telegram and email! I have loads of pics to show you!! It's still a mess in there but currently concentrating on the painting. Then once that's finished I'm going to finish the front end repair! Have to say it's been fun mostly and grateful to have it on my driveway but will be storing it locally once completed. Hubby needs to do his towing licence. Loved your towing video, very helpful!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Sounds great. You'll have lots of adventures awaiting you!

Weldone guys Really enjoyed your videos. I am doing the same with my old caravan

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Have fun! It's definitely worth doing and you'll be so pleased that you did!

Well done! All your hard work has paid off. Now you can nest in your cosy caravan.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

It sure is cosy! Thanks for watching!

Guys the job you both have done is absolutely fantastic 👏 👌 there's no chance any water is getting in there brilliant and thank you for taking the time to share ❤

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

2 жыл бұрын

Here's to hoping 🙌

Your videos are really helping me Thanks

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! So glad to hear this 😊

Excellent work sir 👏👏👏

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It was a bit of a slog at points, but we're still pleased that we did it.

Well done iv watched 11 episodes in a week you done a fantastic job given me inspiration to get on with the damp in mine

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Blimey! That's commitment! Well done 👍 When do you fancy making a start on yours?

@martinfield1484

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels yeah I’ll drop it round this weekend for you to start it Don’t want you getting bored😂👍👍

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

@@martinfield1484 Ha ha! No chance! One was enough. We still need to do the rear awnings rails on ours, but we're waiting for a long dry spell before doing them.

just finished watching your story you two should be really proud 👍 gotta admit you must have some patience taking that floor out bloody hell well done Peter

Well done guys! What a job, I totally admire your patience and perseverance... 👍🏻❤️ Looks grand

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Pamela!

Well done guys. Amazing job, there's probably plenty who would have thrown in the towel, but you kept positive and got it done. Hope the season goes well, look forward to the next video 👍

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 We're hoping for a warm, dry spell so that we can move our caravan onto its actual pitch and for all this covid nonsense to disappear so that we can get back to welcoming guests!

The caravan looks brilliant guys. Well done on everything you've managed to do. Xx

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We're really pleased with it.

Well done guys watched it from start to finish

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It's been quite the journey!

Thoroughly enjoyed the videos. Well done both and thanks for sharing it.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for commenting!

It has been good watching all these videos in the process of doing work on our caravan ourselves. Glad to see you got it completed all with the help of Fray bentos pies......We were surprised you never used the lids of one and had it as a badge on the rear of caravan lol.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

Жыл бұрын

I really wanted to re-badge our caravan with a pie lid, but I was told I wasn't allowed to!

Love the video I'm here in New Zealand click on this video cus It a rainy day and my caravan window is leaking but I end up stay to the end gave me hope in fix my window but all so gave me some good ideas as my caravan is a 2003 coachman all most looks the same as your one like the idea off a fix bed and the lights looks top az 👍

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! All caravans are repairable with time and patience. In truth, they're not even that complicated, but can be incredibly fiddly and annoying at times! Sorry about the rain - we'll give you the summer back once we're finished with it!

Enjoyed all the videos, been very enjoyable and learned a few things along the way

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Thanks for watching.

Well done..the caravan look great I've enjoyed the videos hope you are happy in your new home.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, John! We're super pleased with how this turned out.

This this a job well done guys, and your little home all ready for the (hopefully) good season ahead. It makes me want to buy and rebuild an older caravan and make it campsite warden friendly. All the best!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Go for it! Caravans with damp issues are next to worthless, so if you've the time and inclination, you can end up with a smashing caravan! Thanks for your kind words!

Great work, well done to you both. Van looks great and like you say, it's nice to see them saved. Hopefully get to that end of the 55 again when we're allowed out this year. Our Elldis needs a trip out. 🤞🤞

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

You're always welcome over this way. Anglesey has a superb selection of beaches and when the weather's fine, it's a wonderful place to be! Thanks!

Well done finally finished well almost ! Led lights and the fairy lights a nice cosy touch. Strange choice not finishing off the outside while you have it under cover. Some good tips especially the delamination kit video showing the void below very informative. All the best for when you get it on your permanent pitch. Take care stay safe.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, we wanted to get back into it as soon as we could, especially as there's work to do on site here to prepare for potentially reopening in March. Start of February was our backstop deadline, if you will. Thanks for following the journey!

Followed project in real time? Nah... just binged watched all the episodes in one afternoon... as you do.. gotta say I was a little bit worried for the first couple of episodes... but slowly but surely the rotten wood disappeared. ...but phew! What a journey!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know which requires more commitment, the actual project or watching the whole series back to back!

@craignelson-swiftyenzed7578

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels As I mentioned somewhere else.. it was like watching a train wreck once you started you just couldn't tear your eyes away... some things which once seen can not be unseen!

What a fabulous team you are!! Great work guys ❤️ “There’s a lot of weight in wet wood” made me laugh 😂 and I hope you were back in your gorgeous van by my birthday 2nd Feb, lol 😂

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Heya, yes, we were back in it from February, just in time for the cold snap! We enjoyed the project, but won't be in a hurry to repeat it, unless we find a good deal on a Roma Caravan 👌😉

Well done. Looks great. Mine is nearing completion. It was nowhere near as bad as yours so just a long and lazy front end repair. Now at the rubbers fitting stage so not long to go, if I get around to it! Loved the videos. We'll done again. You have a nice dry solid van now.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Good luck with you caravan as well. Far too many good caravans go to scrap for minor damp issues.

Congratulations guys! Caravan looks amazing. It has been great to see the process and now the finished product! We have been working on almost identical problems in our van so can't wait to see how things turn out.hope you really enjoy your new home! 💜🚐

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! Glad to hear that we're not alone in undertaking such a project! Which stage are you at with yours?

@ruthb5365

3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, it has been really encouraging to see that doing this sort of job is possible and well worth the wait! We discovered a leak around our sky light a while ago after noticing some bowing in the front ceiling area. This led us to do a bit more investigation and find that a large part of the wooden structure in the front wall had completely rotted as a result of the leak. We have now stripped most of our front end and are working on getting out the blasted wall cabinets which of course is an absolute nightmare with them being screwed in from outside!! 😤🥴 I'm sure we'll get there in the end! Feeling a lot more optimistic about the future of our van after seeing what a wonderful job you guys have done!

You have done so well. Congratulations on getting it all done.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm in no hurry to do a repeat of it! 🤣

@pkf4124

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels not even finished mine and I can whole heartedly agree. Also mine just going to be an office, so most of my time was spent getting rid of the interior furniture etc

Hello to you both. Job well done... noticed that the plastic handles on the front of the caravan have weathered... to bring back to newness look, use a hot air gun on them, have used this on out door furniture and works really well.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thanks for the tip about the handles. Will keep this in mind for when we clean up the outside! There's a lot to do, starting with the roof.

Well Done Guys

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Duane! It's been great having your support throughout the project!

Lovely to see the project. Yes as you have said being able to give full time to the repair during the lockdown must have been a great help rather than after work or at weekends. The job would have just gone on forever. Even if you had decided to scrap the van and buy another its most probable you would have had water ingress/damp in the new one. So by doing what you have dome you have a dry van redesigned as you want it.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So many people do not understand our ethos or what we are trying to achieve, but your comment sums our ethos up perfectly! Thanks :)

It looks good

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much :D

Nice little house for u

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

omg i want to have just a caravan like yours, wow it so nice how is it in very bad weather

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Diana. How do you mean, what is it like in bad weather? All caravans shake a bit in the wind and the sound of the rain on the roof can be anywhere from soothing to noisy depending on the intensity of the rainfall! Overall, they're very resilient to different weather types. We live in the UK. Our winters are cold here, but rarely below freezing for extended periods of time. We have a gas heater which keeps up warm and toasty!

So now you have done, would you do it again or......buy newer? Thanks for keeping us entertained great vids enjoy ur half new new caravan guys.

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting question. I wouldn't be in a hurry to do another. The time lockdown gave us was a total gift this time. I also wouldn't buy new because all new caravans are designed around holidays not full-time living, which means you need to use the space very differently. I also doubt I'd ever be able to afford to buy one anyway, which is fortunate. However, if I were to do another, there's lots I'd do differently.

How would you guys feel about doing a day in a life video??

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Crikey! That would be super boring - we're really not that interesting! 😂 But sure, I'll add it to the list!

Hi, loved watching the videos. Just a quick 1 what size lats did you use for the awning rail and around the window.? Also were did you buy the new polystyrene from. I'm doing my repair but on the side wall we're my side dinette is. Cheers

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

2 жыл бұрын

Hello! They weren't standard size that you'd find in a merchants. It'll make your life a lot easier if you buy a table saw. You can then rip the battens through that to get them down to spec. Hope this helps.

@daz1712

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels thank you very much I'll look into 1 now. For me I'm thinking about the installation size I can find for the battens.

Great job 👏🏼 must be a relief to have it finished and enjoy the fruits from your labours 😅, the bed will be fantastic, it’s lovely to see your home personalised to you both 😍 Just one thing which may just be me but I find it difficult having music in in the background when your talking as it’s a bit distracting, it won’t be great to just hear your voices like in conversation with us. 😄 can’t wait to see your up and coming vlogs x

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, Doris. Sorry about the music. We find that without it, the video feels a little flat. We reduce the volume to a level where we feel that the voices remain audible, however I edit using headphones which may provide crisper sound than your speakers are able to replicate. Just a thought. Take care, Jamie

Hi guys , I have a bailey pageant monarch I have water getting in , I'm trying to remove lockers but after undoing loads of screws I cant get lockers to come away from the wall Can u advise me the best way to do this Cheers Congratulations on finishing ur caravan

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! You may find like we did, that the cupboards are also fastened with screws driven down from above, through the roof framework. This is done before fitting the outer roof skin. If you have one, a reciprocating saw fitted with a fine toothed hacksaw blade will allow you to slide the blade along, cutting any screws as you go. They're not easy to remove some times! Best of luck with it!

,outstanding you should be proud given me ummp to do mine thxs.

Hahaa omgggg I just got a caravan shell, don’t think I will be able to do al this, HELP

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

You'll surprise yourself at what you can achieve. Promise.

I admire your efforts. Even if a little rough in places!! but then your not experts.. maybe next time a hehehe

@victorkent768

3 жыл бұрын

Update just got to the end.. pleased to see the windowseal going in thought you had missed filming them

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Ha! "Next time". Very funny!

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

No, didn't miss those. We lost footage on repairing the side windows that we cracked during re-installation. Total pain of a job.

Well done guys! I was wondering, what do you two do to make money for living/travels? All the best with future trips and travels! :)

@TheMcNeillsonWheels

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! My wife and I are campsite wardens, which employs us during the UK summer camping season. I also work part time in a pub or other minimum wage settings seasonally. We can do this because we don't tour full time in our caravan, but travel abroad in the winter when we can. Thanks! Jamie

@youkaydan

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMcNeillsonWheels Hats off to you both for saying shove it to the system in place for us all! What a way to live! I hope to be doing the same in my mid/late thirties. Saw your video on Vietnam, I did the Ha Giang Loop years back with my partner then, great ride... :)