The Big Lorry to Camper Conversion (3 Viewers)

[Concord Pilot]

This is a real UK van...

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I have actually seen this van several years ago at a show, and after taking a photo used it as my Avitar !

 

[tacr2man]

I have actually seen this van several years ago at a show, and after taking a photo used it as my Avitar !

Oh! and theres me thinking you had done a few mods to your Concord

 

[MANGOFORTH]

tacr2man what truck is that in your pic? Don't think I've ever seen one before

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[tacr2man]

Its a Mowag Bucher Duro 6x6 8.6 MAM , Ive had one for about 3 months bit more HD than my previous American RV MANGOFORTH . They are ex mil and not that many about . 24v 6cyl Cummins 5.9 , with a Allison auto 5 speed constant 6wd dual range gearbox . Busy converting atm .
this is how they start off

 

[MANGOFORTH]

It's a beast. I want something like that for the next one now ?

 

[OurMoreloLife]

I showed the boss the rear shot and she asked why there's a window handle on the outside of the bi-folds?

Fair point, well made!

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[MANGOFORTH]

I showed the boss the rear shot and she asked why there's a window handle on the outside of the bi-folds?

Fair point, well made!

A very good point! Not only is it pointless, It also stops the window from opening properly ?. It's to be removed and plated over ?

 

[MANGOFORTH]

The actual reason it has a handle like that is due to its previous life. It was made as a demonstration of a bi-fold door, not a window, shrunk down to a size that could fit in a van. That way it could be carted to exhibitions and such.

 

[OurMoreloLife]

So it's like a mini-me bi-fold!

Clearly a great find too!

I'll tell her, she's very security conscious and would be worried for you but now she can sleep well tonight.

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[OurMoreloLife]

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[MANGOFORTH]

Yeah I'm the opposite of mini-me at 6'7"??
Don't worry this thing is going to be like a riot van when I'm done!

 

[OurMoreloLife]

Don't worry this thing is going to be like a riot van when I'm done!

I think you're there already!

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[MANGOFORTH]

Basically up to date with the truck progress, 500 in, 1000 to go

 

[bungy]

Something about that photo has me transfixed...totally riveting

 

[barsteward]

Yeah I'm the opposite of mini-me at 6'7"??

Shouldn't need a ladder washing the van when your touring then.

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[Gromett]

Basically up to date with the truck progress, 500 in, 1000 to go

My initial reaction was a shudder. Then I realised you were using an air powered riveter rather than a manual one.
My forearm cramped up in sympathy immediately I saw that picture...

 

[MANGOFORTH]

My initial reaction was a shudder. Then I realised you were using an air powered riveter rather than a manual one.
My forearm cramped up in sympathy immediately I saw that picture...

Riveting is the easy bit, Its the drilling that's the pain!!

 

[Gromett]

Riveting is the easy bi

Not if you only have a manual riveter

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[Campervan_man]

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These are a good tool if Pneumatic air is not available- Lazy Tongs.

 

[sallylillian]

Here is how someone converted an Actros

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I like the way they integrated the cab.

 

[MANGOFORTH]

I like the budget.

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[OurMoreloLife]

So cool. Made a wonderful job of it too

 

[Pops 1]

Riveting is the easy bit, Its the drilling that's the pain!!

Of course the riveting is the easy bit, the lovely and talented Jasmine is doing it for you

 

[Minxy]

Just found this thread, great project! I quite like the aluminium walling, it reminds me of the old Airstream campers/caravans ... do you have to cover it with paint etc? Not doing so would save you a lot of dosh and it would look really cool as it is!

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[jockaneezer]

The big flat panels could be a problem for other drivers on a bright, sunny day ?

 

[MANGOFORTH]

Im going as fast as I can to get the capping finished (literally just sat down with a beer). I'm hoping to have it covered in epoxy primer this weekend. jockaneezer yes it is far too bright, you want to try starring at it drilling holes in todays weather ? should have put my welding helmet back on ?

 

[MANGOFORTH]

Crap photo, first bit of epoxy primer on the roof

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[HandyAndy]

What do you use as an etch primer on ally with epoxy paint ?

 

[MANGOFORTH]

What do you use as an etch primer on ally with epoxy paint ?

I used Mipa epoxy primer, it's direct to aluminium. Use the same stuff at work, it's German...commercial grade... Zzgood ya

 

[tacr2man]

MANGOFORTH your a bit tight with your "drip feed" of pics

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