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[Madeinengland]

Hello The van looks great, I'm excited for you!

 

[simbadog]

http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Han...ment/sd2714/Draper+Mini+Moisture+Meter/p55818

 

[lunarman]

Have been comparing the 2 vans in the links in an earlier post.


The one that is being considered I wonder what the pop riveted metal plate on the bottom of the rear nearside is covering and also what is the drop down flap on the offside halfway up. There has also been an extra grill fitted between the 2 fridge vents.


The one at telford appears to have a satellite dish fitted and has a reversing camera and extra storage box on the back. It is also on the same trading estate as Dave Newell @dave newell lvs , is he branching out into sales? or perhaps he knows of the vehicle and could give advise if the op wants to know more about that vehicle.

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[Lenny HB]

http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Han...ment/sd2714/Draper+Mini+Moisture+Meter/p55818

As Nick says you need the non-intrusive type the prong ones not only damage the interior they only detect surface moisture useless on a Motorhome.

 

[scousebird]

 

[Wagoneer]

I purchased a new 2002 Hymer 544 Classic and sold it after 10 years. During that time I only had to replace the alternator and wheel bearings. Suggest you check the van roof for damp where the front sloping bit meets the edge of the roof line - water can collect in this area. I note that the vehicle has air suspension. Perhaps the previous owners have increased the carrying capacity to over 3500Kg. In which case, your driving licence may not permit this. Check the V5C and VIN plate. The roof skylight winder shaft is probably corroded. I had to remove mine and lubricate. You can only access the shaft from the roof so if you can't raise the skylight, you're stuffed. The electric step may have a burnt out motor - allow at least £500 to rectify (probably best to buy a new step complete). Considering all the problems (and the one's you don't know about), £10k may be a reasonable valuation. Nice van though from my experience. I sold mine in 2012 for £20k - but then, it was in perfect working condition.

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[Lee27]

It would but the problem with that type is that you would have to push the pins through the wall coverings to get an accurate reading.

A non invasive type is usually a better bet for motorhome use.

A lot of us have this one:



That's a good price too, most of us paid around £50

Hi Nick

It's ok you can smile again; the one linked to is £30 to hire for a week

Lee

 

[Deleted member 29692]

£30 to hire for a week

Bugger.

Didn't read that properly.



Can't buy it anywhere else at the moment though. The website we all bought them for 50 notes from is no longer functioning.

 

[Laura F]

Just an update, we got the van !!! It's clean, no damp and at the min seems to ok !! Over the moon X

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[Lee27]

Can't buy it anywhere else at the moment though.

I noticed that too, I had a look round as i like the look of the one you posted, there is a couple like it on ebay but very expensive

Lee

 

[Lee27]

Just an update, we got the van !!! It's clean, no damp and at the min seems to ok !! Over the moon X

Congrats

 

[Laura F]

And yes the the roof skylight winder shaft is not working, did not get the message until it was 2 late X

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[Anthea M]

Congratulations you will have great adventures post some pictures when you have sorted it all out! I bet your children are very excited and chosen their cupboards and beds already!!
Enjoy!

 

[wigster]

Enjoy your van , exiting times . I bought an old hymer and had to do a few bits . Joining fun is probs the best money spent so far. it has been for me

 

[Wagoneer]

Congrats on your purchase - enjoy.

The skylight can stick around the rubber seal. Try turning the winder handle in a clockwise direction and at the same time pushing the skylight up with your hand. If it starts rising a bit, you can then try to separate the rubber seal from the plastic skylight with a blunt screwdriver or plastic credit card.

You may find that the engine cover is a tad difficult to remove. It is held in place along the top edge by 2 clips. I found it best to unclipped the left one first then the right one. Once you get the nack it is easy. The whole cover comes off.

Best of luck

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[Laura F]

Thanks every one, I was awake at 6 and draining the boiler, I am letting it drain right down and then going to look at the hot water feeds that come out of it to see if I can find a easy fix to the problem. Already discoverd that the whole top half of the auto drain down comes off and no sure this should be happening, I am already thinking I might swap that out to a manual drain haha it's started lol I am quiet handy and not just a pretty face haha x

 

[lorger]

Hope you and the family have loads of fun adventures in your new toy.

 

[Lenny HB]

Well done, I hope the boiler is a cheap fix.

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[Laura F]

Ok I have had a little play, husband made me spend all morning doing the rubbish stuff like insurance, road side recovery tax ect.

But I have had a little play, I now have a small dribble of water coming thought the hot water pipes !! But the red light is flashing on and off, could this happen if I have blown a fuse? Lots of power to and in the van X

 

[Anthea M]

Laura why not start a new thread about the boiler then all those techs etc may read it and offer help! Me I know nowt about electrics soz!!

 

[Laura F]

Being lazy, I will do it after the school run X

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[Anthea M]

Being lazy, I will do it after the school run X

I'm off too!!

 

[EuroTrotters]

Congratulations

 

[Scarabs]

Hi there, the water issue could be as simple as a blocked water pump filter or a loose wire. I would locate all parts in the water system so start from the water tank and work your way to the taps.
Check there is water in the tank.
Check there is no blocked filters.
If there is a water pump check that it has power and is pumping fluid.
Check all pipe work for blockages.
Check the tap it's self for blockage
Check power supply to boiler.
Find out if it's gas/lpg/electric or both.
Assuming that you have water going to it and power give it 40mins at least to heat up.

Along the way your likely to come across something that's not working right. As and when you can diagnose the problem further update us all and we'll fine tune the problem.

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[Laura F]

Hi,

I have started a new thread

http://www.motorhomefun.co.uk/forum...wn-the-boiler-help.134467/page-2#post-1941939

Any advice is very welcome X