Building my motorhome from old coach (1 Viewer)

[Justice]

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I used eBay to source best coach I could find. The one I chose was a short wheel base 28 ft so that I could still park in double bays at supermarkets and fit in smaller spaces. It is a work in progress and takes a lot of time and money. I hope it will be worth it!View media item 14129View media item 14121View media item 14128View media item 14127View media item 14126View media item 14125View media item 14122View media item 14129View media item 14129

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[Jimbohorlicks]

a very brave project to undertake-all the best with the conversion-keep the pics coming

 

[bernardfeay]

Take out most of the seats, buy some curtains, shove the mattress round the doorway; off you go.

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[cruiser]

oh dear I hope all goes well. please post some pics, when you can.

 

[Tootles]

Like your choice of wheelbase. What was the purpose of removing both sides top panels?? Was there rot in the support battens?

 

[Justice]

Like your choice of wheelbase. What was the purpose of removing both sides top panels?? Was there rot in the support battens?

Yes both side stretch panels inside and out were steel and rusty. Some supports had to be replaced. Eek!

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[scousebird]

Looks like a very big job. Good luck.

 

[Mikey RV]

Allways wanted to do this myself. Keep the pics coming and updates. Good luck look forward to seeing it finished.

 

[Judge Mental]

All that single glazed glass gives me the Hebegebes...

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[Ralph-n-Bev]

Wow. Looks like you've got a big job on there.
Won't you get loads of condensation on all the single glazed glass. When your using the coach ?
Is there something you can do to insulate it. Or are you planning on blanking off lots of it with insulated panels.

 

[scotjimland]

big job that will need a big heart.. not to mention a pit full of money..

good luck .. thanks for sharing, keep the pics coming

 

[Zains Pops]

My god, not a lot seems to hold the roof up on coaches, I am surprised there is not a lot more, no wonder coach crashes seem to have high injury rates.
I was going to town on a bus this afternoon..I think I may now take the car!

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[Ralph-n-Bev]

My god, not a lot seems to hold the roof up on coaches, I am surprised there is not a lot more, no wonder coach crashes seem to have high injury rates.
I was going to town on a bus this afternoon..I think I may now take the car!

I think there's a lot less holding yours and most motorhomes together. At least it's metal not wood and polystyrene !

 

[Justice]

Wow. Looks like you've got a big job on there.
Won't you get loads of condensation on all the single glazed glass. When your using the coach ?
Is there something you can do to insulate it. Or are you planning on blanking off lots of it with insulated panels.

I made my first and covered windows but when I was in beautiful places I always thought how nice to see 360 degrees. I'm going to keep as many as I can...eek

 

[Justice]

I think there's a lot less holding yours and most motorhomes together. At least it's metal not wood and polystyrene !

It is 55mm box steel. It is like a roll cage. When coaches roll they don't crumble....looks weak though hey

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[Beacons]

Will enjoy watching your progress best wishes jan & mike.

 

[Justice]

Will enjoy watching your progress best wishes jan & mike.

Many thanks. Need the inspiration

 

[Justice]

How often does the forum do rallies. I've never been to one. Or a meet up. Think that's where and what I want to do this year

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[Carol]

Hi J, glad to see you have started the thread, on the question of rallies just click on forums at the top scroll down until you come to scheduled rallies and meets and the choice is yours.

Know it's really previous but instead of doing it at the last minute keep a look out for some good thermal curtain material they do make a difference and if you look early you may spot a bargain. And even if you put blinds I expect you will need a bit more on insulation on the windows.

 

[Ralph-n-Bev]

It is 55mm box steel. It is like a roll cage. When coaches roll they don't crumble....looks weak though hey

It's a lot stronger than most motorhomes. Yours has also got its size on its side too.
Look at motorhomes when they crash. There's often only the chassis left
Just bits of plastic Polystyrene and wood all over the place. It's always worried me. Knowing how they are put together.
I must say seeing our soon to be converted panel van , on the drive, it looks solid. Well it does before Ralph starts chopping holes for windows and skylights in it. I'm sure it will be a lot stronger if it is ever in a smash, or roll though.

 

[Cat53]

Wow! What a project. Still you look fit enough for the challenge. Good luck. Keep us abreast of the transformation!

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[musson]

Hi that looks a good project I built my son a pod caravan from scratch took about 10 weeks in garage and still making mods to it,his next project is a van, keep the photos coming .

 

[Tootles]

Yes both side stretch panels inside and out were steel and rusty. Some supports had to be replaced. Eek!

I take it you used alloy this time. Really like the size and shape of your coach. Bet you will have LOADS of fun out of her. And don't forget, you need advice?? Just post in the relevant section, we are all here to help if we can.

 

[Nigel67]

Here's one I built about ten years ago. It was an ex Leicester city council library lorry.

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[Nigel67]

A few more pics

 

[tonyidle]

Here's one I built about ten years ago. It was an ex Leicester city council library lorry.

That's nice. Bit of a challenge building it upside down though

 

[Allan & Loren]

As an owner of a 28ft coach built rv I think it will be great. Ours is a perfect size with a electro magic bed and a double bed setee, so sleeps 4 comfortably. We've loads of storage, a great kitchen dining area and rear shower/loo. You'd be welcome to come and have a look if you need any ideas on how to kit out the space. Good luck and keep the pictures coming.

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[JJ]

"We're all going on a summer holiday.
No more work for a week or two..."


JJ

 

[TheBig1]

have converted a few vans over the years, and i know what a massive job this will be. however i also know how great it is to know that the motorhome you treasure, you built yourself

 

[Justice]

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As an owner of a 28ft coach built rv I think it will be great. Ours is a perfect size with a electro magic bed and a double bed setee, so sleeps 4 comfortably. We've loads of storage, a great kitchen dining area and rear shower/loo. You'd be welcome to come and have a look if you need any ideas on how to kit out the space. Good luck and keep the pictures coming.

I may take you up on that and pop in for a cuppa!

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