VanLife In The UK Has ENDED BADLY For Us

Summer Vanlife in the UK has ended in the worst way for us...and we just cant believe it
Our camper van conversion has just dealt us the worst card we have had since we got it, meaning UK van life has come to abrupt end #vanlife #itsover
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  • @ThoseHappyDays
    @ThoseHappyDays9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching and your support...we are going through a pretty tough time right now trying to work things out, but will update you when we know how we are going to move forward ❤

  • @TheStags1

    @TheStags1

    9 ай бұрын

    I’m gutted for you both. It’s seems as though Morgan was jinxed from the get go… these things happen for a reason though so keep your chin up guys. Those happy days aren’t over so hang tight until the storm passes and you’ll find your silver lining. Much love to you both 🥰

  • @sharonsegal9784

    @sharonsegal9784

    9 ай бұрын

    There should be a warranty?

  • @JulieBrooks66

    @JulieBrooks66

    9 ай бұрын

    We've just said the same thing,gutted for you both. 😢😢

  • @janinesawyer5746

    @janinesawyer5746

    9 ай бұрын

    ❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔 No words x Sending big hugs ❤️

  • @paulinehumphreys8780

    @paulinehumphreys8780

    9 ай бұрын

    So sorry to watch all your problems with MORGAN! Knowing you two I’m sure you’ll bounce back soon. Lots of love❤

  • @lukaszlatynski3748
    @lukaszlatynski37489 ай бұрын

    Hi guys.. 2 things: 1 - try going back to the garage who fitted your reconditioned engine. I would just tell them that their reconditioning work wasn’t up to scratch? Worth trying. 2 - Morgan is a Luton van. You’ve spent a lot of time and money on converting the box. You don’t want to lose that. The beauty with box vans is that you can remove the box and fit it onto another platform van. It is possible. That’s exactly my reason of doing my Luton van conversion. There are options. Keep your heads up guys. Plans fall through. It’s normal. You’re young and healthy. Plenty of time to do what you want to do! Good luck.

  • @ChrisCorkPhotography

    @ChrisCorkPhotography

    9 ай бұрын

    I’d definitely get on to the garage that did the engine. You have a good reach so I’d use that to your advantage and name and shame them if they’re not helpful or give you some money back. You’ve had two mechanics tell you the pipe alone was done wrong.

  • @sharonmcnally4712

    @sharonmcnally4712

    9 ай бұрын

    Didn't that engine have a warranty for a certain time period or mileage?

  • @stephenangeloni9432

    @stephenangeloni9432

    9 ай бұрын

    Totally agree with the comment 1, there does seem to be a issue with the fitting of the hose, that in turn has caused all these problems. You should not be facing these issues having spent 11K on a new / recon. engine so recently!

  • @NewtTantrum

    @NewtTantrum

    9 ай бұрын

    100% the garage that fitted the reconditioned engine have complete liability here! Effectively the van even sat unused for 3 months so they have a lot to answer for! Good luck getting it sorted either way 👍🏻

  • @andrewholton5317

    @andrewholton5317

    9 ай бұрын

    You’re right, they need to go back to the garage where they had the engine fitted it shouldn’t do that being a new engine or refurbished engine. They should sort it out for them. If I had the time I would help them out and do the engine, but I haven’t got the time. I know what it’s like to take a head of a engine

  • @caroleagar6790
    @caroleagar67909 ай бұрын

    Your first port of call is to get onto the garage who fitted the engine. If they won't take responsibility and repair you go to trading standards and even small claims court.

  • @SuperMaxpower7

    @SuperMaxpower7

    9 ай бұрын

    Hi its down to the last garage that replaced the engine, I would sell the van and get a new one.

  • @user-hx4nu5bi5f

    @user-hx4nu5bi5f

    9 ай бұрын

    Get away back to the garage that fitted the engine, not acceptable

  • @geoffknight7322

    @geoffknight7322

    9 ай бұрын

    Definitely go back to the garage who fitted the engine, speak to them and explain the issue, get the van to them to be repaired, if they play hard ball get trading standards involved ASAP. Hope you get it resolved soon.

  • @sometea4741

    @sometea4741

    9 ай бұрын

    At 11,000 the mechanics shop who fitted your engine is on the hook. Request your warranty be activated. Head gaskets are not that bad, cracked head is another thing.. Didn't you also have your radiator changed recently?.the mechanic that changed your engine should have caught any compression points if they rested the new engine at all..the pressure and temperature in the rad would have shown, youd be filling it up every few days if the hose was craccked...so if it's a cracked head the engine installer may replace it.

  • @TaraTater4507

    @TaraTater4507

    9 ай бұрын

    I feel for you both...id look into getting a nice comfortable campervan

  • @markharrison3973
    @markharrison39739 ай бұрын

    Hi guys. So sorry your van has broken down again. I'm a mechanic and my advice is contact the garage that installed the engine 9 months ago. It sounds like they've badly routed the top hose causing it to rub through, and that's caused the head gasket to go. That's 100% what I would be doing, Hope you get it sorted x

  • @stevendavis7079

    @stevendavis7079

    9 ай бұрын

    I agree. They should at least carry out any remedial work free of charge. Hopefully just the head needs a skim

  • @markharrison3973

    @markharrison3973

    9 ай бұрын

    @stevendavis7079 everything carries a minimum of a 12 months guarantee. Parts, labour everything.

  • @sometea4741

    @sometea4741

    9 ай бұрын

    I think it's only been a few months with their new engine..

  • @LouiseWhitton

    @LouiseWhitton

    9 ай бұрын

    RAC are absolutely rubbish

  • @VFRrider

    @VFRrider

    9 ай бұрын

    ​@stevendavis7079 Unfortunately, I think they'll get out of it because Liam didn't notice the temperature increasing until it finally tripped the emergency stop engine warnings. By then the damage was done! Although the garage caused the coolant loss due to poor hose routing, I think they'll put the blame on driver error for not seeing the rise in engine temp.. To be fair though, not many of us would!!

  • @marcosteffano
    @marcosteffano9 ай бұрын

    I had the same happen to me but instead of going abroad on a adventure I spent months doing overtime and Saturdays to pay for my repairs.

  • @bevclements3328

    @bevclements3328

    3 ай бұрын

    I wonder how they can afford it all they plead that it's a disaster then spend the next three months having a jolly around India

  • @JohnnyinMN

    @JohnnyinMN

    2 ай бұрын

    @@bevclements3328Easy. They are receiving subscriber/sponsorship promo money from YT.

  • @StRoNgOaK7
    @StRoNgOaK79 ай бұрын

    Didn't your new engine ( 6 months old one )have a warranty with it? That garage has some explaining to do!!Gutted for you both 😢😢😢

  • @terry362
    @terry3629 ай бұрын

    My heart broke when I heard about Morgan. The garage who fitted the reconditioned engine should be fixing this problem. Hate seeing you both upset, especially Janine. 😢 Sending you both a warm hug, and hoping Morgan is fixed soon. Fingers crossed. 🙏🏽🩵🙏🏽

  • @jeffhillier1420
    @jeffhillier14209 ай бұрын

    I have decades of experience of resolving garage complaints. If you actually want to get it sorted and try and have no further costs to you get in touch. I can explain what you should do. I've resolved worse problems.

  • @ahillvfr
    @ahillvfr9 ай бұрын

    What a bummer - have you made a complaint to the garage who supplied and fitted the engine ? If they have routed the top hose incorrectly then it’s a poor workmanship issue that has caused the coolant loss and consequential engine damage. It should be coved under warranty and if it was a repeatable garage they should be covered under their liability insurance. Hope this helps ?

  • @Bluebell117
    @Bluebell1179 ай бұрын

    Everyone saying the same, but warranty or guarantee for the engine install - also accountability for the incorrect pipe placement. So gutted for you both, praying you get this sorted and are able to still get away for your trip 🙏🏼💚🙏🏼

  • @tonyflanagan5682

    @tonyflanagan5682

    9 ай бұрын

    Yeh there must be some recourse for a not very old replacement engine surely?

  • @MrHotsnakes

    @MrHotsnakes

    9 ай бұрын

    Definitely an avenue that should be pursued. If the last place has bodged it then they should be at least part liable

  • @gpe1279

    @gpe1279

    9 ай бұрын

    It seems that there has been very little driving and so almost no stress on the new recon' engine and so for it to need a new head gasket already is genuinely shocking.... the garage that sourced and fitted it need a serious talking to immediately Liam, honestly bro, this is terrible!!! 🙏

  • @sloopyjoe1777

    @sloopyjoe1777

    9 ай бұрын

    Pretty much echo everyone else's comments, though, to be honest I have little faith in French vehicles. Even so, there must surely be a guarantee on the engine, and yes, whose bodged up the hose. Have to say I was also pretty unimpressed with the RAC leaving you stranded at an inadequate garage, and dragging things out to get you moved to a better place. Horrible place to be, don't envy you one bit, but hoping for better news next week. Good luck and try to stay positive.

  • @leondebourgonniere74

    @leondebourgonniere74

    9 ай бұрын

    @@MrHotsnakes it's then proving that! It'll be a them and us argument. tears!!!!😪😪😪😪

  • @lauradillon8695
    @lauradillon86959 ай бұрын

    Make sure you get the garage to check the egr cooler. I am a mechanic and have seen a lot of miss diagnosed vehicles thinking it's headgasket failure, and it's the egr cooler. It's a common problem on that engine about £500 job

  • @shirleywormald3197
    @shirleywormald31979 ай бұрын

    Oh Janine I really felt for you when you said you didn’t think you wanted the van any more,it’s so disheartening after having a new engine recently, hoping for better news soon, chin up both of you ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Lou_Kyr
    @Lou_Kyr9 ай бұрын

    Really feel for you guys. I would be contacting the garage that fitted the recon engine. Hope to see you both in better place in the next video. Good luck

  • @yahyaoui-sz5ee

    @yahyaoui-sz5ee

    9 ай бұрын

    Same here 11.000 quid surely you would have a warranty ??

  • @helenev160

    @helenev160

    9 ай бұрын

    I thought there'd be a warranty too

  • @1955miss
    @1955miss9 ай бұрын

    Didn’t the new engine have a guarantee or warranty?

  • @CrampavanAdventures

    @CrampavanAdventures

    9 ай бұрын

    ^This^ The garage should of put a milage warrenty on it. If not stay the F away from that garage in future lol

  • @curlynoodle2929

    @curlynoodle2929

    9 ай бұрын

    Yes, you’ve done very few miles since the engine was changed I’d be going back to that garage and asking them to fix it. That shouldn’t have failed at this point unless possibly that initial work wasn’t carried out correctly. It’s absolutely worth checking out that option. So sorry for you both 😢

  • @theobotha1009

    @theobotha1009

    9 ай бұрын

    I’ve heard AA and RAC are rubbish. Have you tried Green Flag.

  • @nyemartin5737

    @nyemartin5737

    9 ай бұрын

    You guys were in India for months while Morgan was getting a new engine so you can't have done many miles, surely it's covered under warranty? 🤔

  • @mdt6473

    @mdt6473

    9 ай бұрын

    Warranty surely......

  • @slobberdownifyouwant8287
    @slobberdownifyouwant82879 ай бұрын

    The engine is not a brand new one it is an old engine that was reworked. Also how the hell did it cost you £11000. You could have got a brand new crated engine for less than that.

  • @elvisburgerking8675
    @elvisburgerking86754 ай бұрын

    really sad to hear about your troubles regarding the engine. wishing you and your mother all the best .

  • @investigatelife8281
    @investigatelife82819 ай бұрын

    Sorry about Morgan guys, gutted for you both :( Stay open if you can, something better is coming xx

  • @andlow7624
    @andlow76249 ай бұрын

    Surely the new engine you had must have come with some warranty, can't you get the van transferred back to garage that installed it?

  • @cyndeeh

    @cyndeeh

    9 ай бұрын

    That's what I was thinking! For the money they spent,you'd think it would have!

  • @carole_Uk
    @carole_Uk9 ай бұрын

    Feel for you guys its just one thing after another. My first thought was "warranty " even with a recondition engine. I reckon liam you need to be calling them up and discuss this issue, that pipe was too close ...youve put a lot of money etc into morgan its heartrendering, hope you get sorted. ❤

  • @mrroderick6110
    @mrroderick61109 ай бұрын

    Liam and Janine - Hope and Strength to you. You have 169,000 Subscribers due to FANTASTIC content. Just 7 pence each (Seven Pence) and you have a new engine. Crowd Fund it guys - why ? - Because you are worth it ❤. Love 😘 to you both.

  • @alanhat5252

    @alanhat5252

    9 ай бұрын

    why? The installer is liable.

  • @maffthetaff8625

    @maffthetaff8625

    9 ай бұрын

    Let's make it a £1 and they can get Morgan sorted, sell him and buy a state of the art mercedes 4x4 motorhome then, can be there forever home 😉👌

  • @aliciabalchin4559
    @aliciabalchin45599 ай бұрын

    Surely the engine will be covered under warranty but what about a canal boat, restful and peaceful. All good luck and love ❤❤

  • @lorraineselby
    @lorraineselby9 ай бұрын

    Oh no. You have no luck.I feel so sorry for you. Is there a warranty on the engine? I hope you manage to get it sorted and go ahead with your 5 week adventure. Stay safe and happy travels xx

  • @kathleenchambers2544
    @kathleenchambers25449 ай бұрын

    After I watched this video I watched the video I turn to when things appear calamitous - “Everything turns out, All roads open” and dedicated it to you. You are blessed, you are loved and you are so appreciated by so many, including me. I look forward to your next video to see how things are turning out for you. I expect it will be good. ❤

  • @Travels_in_nuevo
    @Travels_in_nuevo9 ай бұрын

    Hi please please please look at consumer law and if you paid the garage with a credit card. No matter what the warranty says the engine has 2b fit for purpose. Re the credit card if you paid for any part of the engine works with a credit card the whole amount is covered please don't ignore this fact the credit card company is also liable

  • @stellam8157
    @stellam81579 ай бұрын

    £11,000 for a reconditioned engine that only lasted 6 months?? Wasn't there a warranty.

  • @MrBoardstupid360

    @MrBoardstupid360

    8 ай бұрын

    Finally someone picked up on this. How inngods name did they drop 11 grand on an engine swap? If its a Relay an engine is 3k max and maybe 2 for fitting. Someone has mugged them right off

  • @maddi3582
    @maddi35829 ай бұрын

    So absolutely gutted for you both. Heartbreaking 💔 At some point (soon!) your luck IS going to change, it just has to, right, and things will fall into place and finally make sense. Until then, we are all behind you, supporting you and sending you both any extra strength you might need🙏❤️

  • @JanTrev
    @JanTrev9 ай бұрын

    Absolutely gutted for you! Really hope this can be brought to a happy conclusion for you. Stay strong. Love to you both. Xx

  • @levt2156
    @levt21569 ай бұрын

    Oh, guys! I am SO sorry for you! The things that have gone wrong mechanically...I just can't even imagine. My heart goes out to you 😢❤

  • @Sk-ie4qn
    @Sk-ie4qn9 ай бұрын

    Oh guys! 😢 I’m so sorry for this nightmare you find yourselves in. Please look after yourselves. Life does seem to be throwing some crap your way. I’m glad you have each other for love and support. 🥰

  • @juliejames1501
    @juliejames15019 ай бұрын

    So sorry about this terrible news. Really feel for you both. Hope you find a resolution soon. Sending love and strength ❤

  • @donneave8606
    @donneave86069 ай бұрын

    So sorry to hear about the van problems. I had problems with the oil pressure sensor on my motorhome and took it to RDH Commercials in Lewes. Only giving an alternative if the current garage cant help in time. These tough times will pass and make the good times more enjoyable.

  • @misstrekfreak
    @misstrekfreak9 ай бұрын

    We’re all rooting for you, breathe, eat, and do yoga while things realign for you. Sending love 🙏🏻

  • @jilllangman9343

    @jilllangman9343

    9 ай бұрын

    Liam, whoever provided the engine is liable to fix it. It was not fit for purpose. Speak to the garage which fitted the engine , show them the RCV report . Speak to your insurance company and be guided by them. Sorry this has happened but maybe you can consider a smaller van to travel in which will be easier to deal with. Hugs to you both. 🇦🇺❤️💓🌈

  • @BChecker56
    @BChecker569 ай бұрын

    So sorry 😕hopefully things will get better🙏fingers crossed xx

  • @OurWedding2012
    @OurWedding20129 ай бұрын

    Sorry to hear about your engine issue. I have just been recovered from Cheltenham to Perth by the RAC after picking up some debris on the M6. The debris shredded the tyre tread and the whole lot came through the mudguard, bottom panel, insulation, void, more plywood, mor3 insulation and the floorboards causing a big bang and huge hole, knocking the toilet for 6 at the same time. Waiting workshop to carry out a estimate.

  • @lawli56
    @lawli569 ай бұрын

    I'm really sorry to hear this. I'm praying it's the least bad option. I'll be thinking of you and hope to see you on a more positive note next week. Good Luck. ❤❤

  • @sheilajoseph9953
    @sheilajoseph99539 ай бұрын

    Oh no. Liam and Janine,i feel your pain with your engine problem. Surely you should have a guarentee with the new engine that was fitted. 💚

  • @ace12kyTheInvincibles
    @ace12kyTheInvincibles9 ай бұрын

    RAC gone so down hill with service

  • @gh-vi9tk

    @gh-vi9tk

    9 ай бұрын

    My boss one week ago, waited in e.suffolk from 10am to 7pm before rac arrived !

  • @corirenata6541

    @corirenata6541

    9 ай бұрын

    Yeah. I waited for 5 hours on motorways alone female. Very dangerous position on motorway. RAC….

  • @MistaTerps
    @MistaTerps9 ай бұрын

    The main issue is you’re making that engine pull more weight than it’s designed to.

  • @shanaburchett3639
    @shanaburchett36399 ай бұрын

    Everything crossed for you!! Stay strong and hang on in there!💚💚

  • @helenpullan8310
    @helenpullan83109 ай бұрын

    I feel so sick for you. I felt every emotion you were both going through. Surely good times will be back with you cos like you said you have had a miserable time with vehicles, Morgan problem 1, India, and Ireland. You are truly at a crossroads, which way to go? Hope all goes well, take care and stay safe. Love to you both and may the road rise up for you! Sending you all my love xx🍀🙏💪

  • @AbolitionAbz
    @AbolitionAbz9 ай бұрын

    The incompetence of some people is astounding 🤯 hope everything gets better for you guys soon 🙏❤️

  • @patriciadavison1486
    @patriciadavison14869 ай бұрын

    This is beyond sad news! I can’t comprehend how fed up you must both feel with Morgan. Hope you guys get sorted and back on track very, very soon. 😢. The more of the video I watched it made me weep for you both. Thinking of you XX

  • @LifeistooshortCK
    @LifeistooshortCK9 ай бұрын

    Horrible news and so sorry to see you going through this again. Full time van life is a tough gig and your experience shows that it can be a wild roller coaster ride at times. This trouble will pass and one day you will smile at what happened. All the best to you both ❤️

  • @1akw
    @1akw9 ай бұрын

    Some time's the amount of money pumped into self builds you'd be better off buying a motor home kitted out with warranty

  • @geekypoet7573
    @geekypoet75739 ай бұрын

    So sorry, sending love and light to you both ❤🌻

  • @jazkaur2966
    @jazkaur29669 ай бұрын

    Hi guys, hope you both ok, as can be, so sorry what you guys going through, you are welcome to come and stay with us anytime till your van is sorted , sending love xx

  • @pauljosephhealy
    @pauljosephhealy9 ай бұрын

    Ever since I got my campervan in December 2019 my mum went through a bedridden prolonged death and now my dad is going through the same thing so I’ve never used mine properly at all. Things in life don’t work out as planned.

  • @backontwowheels9469
    @backontwowheels94699 ай бұрын

    Please don’t think it is over, there are so many worse things that can go wrong with an engine, in fact a head gasket is not too bad a fix.

  • @eleanorcramer7986
    @eleanorcramer79869 ай бұрын

    It’s hard to 👍🏾 with such a lot of stress. We are gently pulling for you. May you stay strong and well.

  • @miggiecaff7963
    @miggiecaff79639 ай бұрын

    I have no experience of engine trouble, I just want to give you both a great big hug. You are so lovely , it’s just heartbreaking to see you going through such a horrible ordeal with your home. 🤗

  • @Wild.vixen-photography
    @Wild.vixen-photography9 ай бұрын

    Good grief guys! I am so sorry! What a terrible thing to happen after all the other challenges you’ve had with that van. I’m praying for some good news for you and hoping you’ve got some kind of warranty on the previous work carried out or some insurance cover. Sending great big hugs and lots of love. My heart truly goes out to you both ❤xx

  • @dominiquebutel3755
    @dominiquebutel37559 ай бұрын

    So sorry your struggling with Van's, I e watched you for so long, can i suggest a boat? Canal living is such a great place and something i think you both might enjoy?

  • @glen1555

    @glen1555

    8 ай бұрын

    There are a lot of downsides to canal living as well. And new regulations about not being able to use traditional fuels

  • @cath8ball840
    @cath8ball8409 ай бұрын

    So sorry to see that you are going through a tough time - sending lots of love and hugs 😊

  • @mikeyscott9336
    @mikeyscott93369 ай бұрын

    bless you guys, thank you for showing warts and all. we all love your videos and we send you all the best vibes always. Your luck will change you are good people with big hearts. Big love Xx

  • @hazellinajane
    @hazellinajane9 ай бұрын

    Oh guys, what a nightmare. If it were my van I honestly would call it quits, it's been so much hassle from the get go and I don't think I could handle it. Surely at some point with problem after problem the joy is just gone? It sucks you're having to go through all of this and I hope you can find a path through that brings the joy back.

  • @waynekavanagh745

    @waynekavanagh745

    3 ай бұрын

    What a drama queen! Vehicles breakdown and can be fixed. The tricky part of Van life is finding a reliable van, which isn't an easy thing to do these days.

  • @hazellinajane

    @hazellinajane

    3 ай бұрын

    @@waynekavanagh745 have you watched their videos where they talk about how much this van has cost them in repairs? I don't think calling it quits with a van costing tens of thousands to repair in less than two years is being dramatic, but you do you.

  • @lyndseybeaumont7301
    @lyndseybeaumont73019 ай бұрын

    I’m gutted for you guys. I’m not materialistic, or money orientated, but it’s times like this I wish I was a millionaire. I’d sort this for you if I could. I’m so sorry guys, I hope good news arrives soon. I’m praying this gets sorted xxxxx

  • @seriousros7280
    @seriousros72804 ай бұрын

    Speak to an old school mechanic. People think replacing the head gasket is a bigger job than it is in reality. Make sure whoever fixes it has a torque wrench. Different story if the overheating caused the engine permanent damage. Honestly replacing a head gasket is not a complete nightmare.

  • @susanthomas5464
    @susanthomas54649 ай бұрын

    I am so sorry for what has happened Guys .Heartbreaking .for you both . Sending love and positive vibes 💚💚

  • @wanderingwilcoxs
    @wanderingwilcoxs9 ай бұрын

    Get a report from the RAC that the pipe was routed wrong then take the garage that fitted the engine to small claims court if they don’t help you WILL win 100% it’s fitter error ! We have been through almost exactly the same situation if we can help with advice please get in touch.

  • @maryt2422
    @maryt24229 ай бұрын

    Can't believe it. Hope things get better for you both. You dont deserve such bad luck

  • @kjh789az
    @kjh789az9 ай бұрын

    First, I'm so sorry for you both. Second, you don't see many Morgan camper conversions. I think there's a reason for this. Get rid. If you have a warranty on the refurbed engine, use it. Then get rid. If not, review your options. Keep making your great videos - its your talent and your income. I'll keep watching. Thanks.🤔

  • @GrahamCooper-zu2zq
    @GrahamCooper-zu2zq9 ай бұрын

    So sorry to hear this I hope you get it sorted soon

  • @papachis9535
    @papachis95359 ай бұрын

    OK. Think of it this way. If your boiler, radiators, roof, sewage, drainage, guttering, etc etc needed replacing on the house, or if your car, washing machine, dryer etc etc breaks down, then one just has to get on with it. 11K disappears pretty quick. You were looking for a cheaper and freer life but now you are getting a bit of pushback, some of that due to your own lack of experience and planning, and some of it down to over-reliance on the trust in other peoples work, which can’t be guaranteed these days. Life is not all smiles and we all pay for it in different ways. My advice: plan for the worst and hope for the best. You’re quite lucky that Dad doesn’t mind you parking your house for free by his gaff whilst you were about to whizz off on another jolly. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a van guy (long in the tooth now), but I do know what a spanner is, and how to daily inspect an engine. The last greatest episode was dismantling the starter motor and gearbox in a carpark in a rainstorm. So, whilst I’m wholeheartedly in favour, there’s no such thing as a free lunch. I wish you the very best. You will get through this. And you’ll be wiser.

  • @margaretlee5006
    @margaretlee50069 ай бұрын

    Oh no 😱 things have got to start going right for you soon!!

  • @Jetske
    @Jetske9 ай бұрын

    Big hugs to both of you.... actually, the three of you! Fingers crossed for Morgan and you receiving a huge secret donation.... ❤

  • @jwt9032
    @jwt90327 ай бұрын

    Hi guys. You've just started coming up on my feed and I'm now subscribed. Iv been living full time in my van since August after a seperation. My first winter now. I feel Your pain as my van has just failed it's MOT with a list as long as my arm.. It's a 20 yo vivario So it's starting to make me realise that you need a back up plan and emergency funds to cover the worse case in van life. But not having a perm home somewhere can feel daunting. I will now binge watch the next lot of vlogs to see how things work out. Wish me luck with my MOT work as she is my home on wheels like yours is to you. Keep smiling 😃

  • @ThoseHappyDays

    @ThoseHappyDays

    7 ай бұрын

    Best of luck 🙏🤞

  • @granann3
    @granann39 ай бұрын

    So sorry, feeling gutted for you. Sending love and wishing you luck xx

  • @caru547
    @caru5479 ай бұрын

    Absolutely devastating for you both! I really feel gutted for you! Surely the new engine that you had fitted must have some kind of guarantee or warranty? How many miles has Morgan travelled since you had it fitted? I really understand how Janine is feeling - I would be exactly the same. Big hugs and I really hope that things work out. ❤ xxx

  • @wilburytwist6683
    @wilburytwist66839 ай бұрын

    Isnt there usually a 1 year or 12,000 mile warranty on a recon engine ? Small claims court job that. Dont let anyone else touch it though.

  • @zandarl
    @zandarl9 ай бұрын

    😮 I hope you can get things sorted really feel for you both

  • @peepresc8002
    @peepresc80029 ай бұрын

    Absolutely devastated for you. Surely the work you had done previously is under warranty? Sending love and positive thoughts.

  • @croc8998
    @croc89989 ай бұрын

    So sorry for you guys. I hate to see people cry, you can see how upset Janine is in her eyes 😢 Liam will look after you 👍 I know he’s upset too, but he is so positive he will get his head round it all soon I’m sure. I wish I could have Liams outlook ❤ this is just an unfortunate bump on the road, but I’m sure you guys will come through it stronger ❤

  • @2lipToo
    @2lipToo9 ай бұрын

    I'm so very sorry to hear about this horrible news! I think the folks who fitted the reconditioned engine may have some responsibility in this. Thank goodness you have each other for solace and comfort. If it were me, I'd have to face it alone, which I've done before - a very similar situation (with my car when the timing belt broke). I remember how overwhelmed I felt praying, praying. I feel your pain viscerally, with tears in my eyes. Sending you both love and light. ❤

  • @suestone7791
    @suestone77919 ай бұрын

    Aw my lovelies, I feel for you both, what a pain. Surely you have some comeback on the engine you had not too long ago? Sending love and positive thoughts , will be thinking of you until the next vlog. You are due some good luck guys xxx🤞🤞🤞🍀🍀🍀🍀

  • @karendoney9144
    @karendoney91449 ай бұрын

    I feel just awful for you both. I truly felt your sadness. I hope you can get some resolution regarding the fail of the new engine you only purchased 6 months ago. My heart & thoughts are with you both.... And Morgan as well. Best of luck Liam & Janine. ❤🍀❤

  • @cyndeeh
    @cyndeeh9 ай бұрын

    Praying for you guys,also sending nothing but positive vibes,and lotsa love!

  • @scottadams-ie2ok
    @scottadams-ie2ok9 ай бұрын

    I would definitely be bypassing the EGR Cooler first and retesting, before pulling the engine apart! Seen way to many misdiagnosed head gaskets on the 2.2 for this reason..

  • @user-zt4ct7yn7t
    @user-zt4ct7yn7t9 ай бұрын

    Gutted for you guys, hope it works out for you xx

  • @christinemarchant4678
    @christinemarchant46789 ай бұрын

    So sorry for this to happen to your van, hope you get some good news

  • @hjpinternet1244
    @hjpinternet12449 ай бұрын

    bit late to say now but when this happens turn off the engine but keep the ignition on so the fan can still switch on to cool whats left water wise & help cool the engine. This goes for older engines. Newer ones may have a override for this to happen anyway. This might help someone down the line.

  • @sarahcartier3393
    @sarahcartier33939 ай бұрын

    I am so sorry to hear of your troubles, seems like one thing after another. I hope you get it sorted one way or another soon. Love to you both, stay safe. Loving the shirt Liam, very psychedelic.

  • @denisedavis4960
    @denisedavis49609 ай бұрын

    I'm so upset for you !what a terrible time you're having. Hope things improve and big hugs for you both x

  • @mavejames9614
    @mavejames96149 ай бұрын

    My heart goes out to you both, much love and hugs ❤️🤗

  • @outbackmotorcyclesandengin867
    @outbackmotorcyclesandengin8679 ай бұрын

    Hi guys, I'm really sorry to see this happening again, I did say that when you got Morgan, if the running gear is no good, you can always put the body on a different chassis cab. I know what happened wasn't directly because its a Modern vehicle but modern vehicles don't last, if this had happened on an old Ford cargo it wold have been fine after fitting a new hose and refilling it with water. Now you can drive a 7.5t. I would look to fit the body on an old school chassis cab, I don't drive or ride anything under 36 years old, and most are over 40. I'm currently restoring a 1955 bedford rl 4x4 ex army lorry for massive overland adventure in a year or so, the truck has only had brake and steering upgrades the rest is original and i intend driving it for many thousands of miles and it will do it. If you want to discuss some ideas, please get in touch, I won't be offended if you think I'm raving mad.

  • @29cres
    @29cres9 ай бұрын

    Gutted for you both My heart goes out to you both Hopfully you can get on your trip And that the van can be fixed at reasonable cost ❤❤

  • @neilpenfold9037
    @neilpenfold90379 ай бұрын

    I'm gutted for you guys...You both deserve so much better...I'll be sending my good energy and best wishes your way!..

  • @sailingfalcornwall1405
    @sailingfalcornwall14059 ай бұрын

    So sorry - hope it all works out for the best. x

  • @missKC19
    @missKC199 ай бұрын

    I don't understand why you guys aren't mentioning going back to the garage that fitted the engine?! Eleven grand?! I would be camping in their forecourt! I hope you guys get things sorted at limited cost to you!

  • @dynodave9287
    @dynodave92879 ай бұрын

    Peugeot citroen are not good next it will be the gearbox with the excessive weight. Transplant the Luton body onto a Ford transit 😔

  • @jentextiles
    @jentextiles9 ай бұрын

    Hi both - The solicitor on LBC radio programme last night was discussing these sort of cases. You need to contact the installers for which you parted with a ton of money - quote the “Consumer Rights Act 2015 “ then discuss the “ careless installation “ issues if they don’t come up with a salvage plan. This solicitor is always pushing for payments to be on a credit card for all the usual reasons. I’ve gone to small claims courts a couple of times in past if all else fails. Once on a not “fit for purpose boat” on a private sale; a neighbour whose tree fell on my van and I was told by him to fork out on my insurance for repairs, not theirs. I won both times. This 2015 Act seems to make life easier than it was back then. Sorry to go on, but you both are too nice to have this sort of thing take over your lovely lives. Jen x

  • @girls4truth
    @girls4truth9 ай бұрын

    Sooo gutted for u guys much love hope u have some good luck now ❤❤❤

  • @marktodd7397
    @marktodd73979 ай бұрын

    Does your reconditioned engine not have a warranty? Best of luck to the both of you

  • @cherylowen4271
    @cherylowen42719 ай бұрын

    Mechanical issues aside, there seems to be a change in the van life community. Lots of people giving up due to increasing costs etc. Some getting a home base for security and videoing the diy but going off on adventures in between. You can still make interesting videos if your life path changes. Lots to think about. Good luck to you.xx

  • @fernandobondebon
    @fernandobondebon9 ай бұрын

    My heart really goes out to you. Such terrible luck. I have just lost my van (Ivan), my home as he just kept breaking. Its so hard to deal with when its not just a weekend van and its your home. I am now in temporary accommodation through the local council as Ivan giving up on me left me homeless, so I really hope you can find a solution to continue what is, when things go your way, an amazing life on the road. Best wishes :D

  • @susie5668
    @susie56689 ай бұрын

    So sorry to hear this guys, hope things will get better soon ❤️ 🙏 i wish you both the best of luck, look After each other.❤

  • @leighwoodward477
    @leighwoodward4779 ай бұрын

    You will have a warranty on the engine you had replaced

  • @simondelaney1536
    @simondelaney15369 ай бұрын

    If you check the oil dipstick & there's no water contamination it should be just a new house needed

  • @waynekavanagh745

    @waynekavanagh745

    3 ай бұрын

    I think you mean hose. but not necessarily, only if the damaged head gasket crosses over the water jacket.

  • @trevorleat8906
    @trevorleat89069 ай бұрын

    So sorry to hear about Morgan. Sounds like the new engine was poorly fitted....but bugger!! Things will turn again, keep your spirits up 🙏🙏

  • @yvonnehinkins7011
    @yvonnehinkins70119 ай бұрын

    So sorry for you two lovely people. It's difficult to be positive during this time with Morgan. I believe with somehow with plenty of support you will be back on the road with your plans on track. 💯💙❤ love from 🇿🇦 to you guys in 🇬🇧

  • @stevendavis7079
    @stevendavis70799 ай бұрын

    Absolutely rotren luck. Unfortunately it is not an engine fault. Once the coolant was lost the engine will be cooking. The head gasket will fail. Its not always easy to spot either. The hose should never have been rubbing to cause a split. Its been fitted incorrectly if that proves to be the case. You will have come back with the garage that fitted the top hose IMO. Good luck