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Thanks, that’s very kind to say 😁

Thanks for the reply. Interesting to hear your mpg stats. I am always wondering how the other engines fair in the real world. Is the V6 powerful? The 2 ltr screams like a banshee on certain hills 😂

It's reasonably powerful, but the power comes on after around 3500 rpm, where it starts to get noisy and thirsty! More omph lower in revs would be nice,haven't tried the other engines so like u have nothing to compare it too! Great channel and happy bongoing!

Thanks for the feedback. Yeah time is the pesky beast that is hard to tame! I would love to take on a bongo renovation project at some point, but not right now unfortunately. Hope you find someone soon 👍

The joy is in the journey! 😁

Hi drop me an email to discuss - info@vantasticideas.co.uk - Cheers!

Good call. They have been on my radar before and look like a very similar size to the Bongo. Do you know if they are popular in the UK?

It's not brilliant in the snow, the snow tyres have helped a lot, but they've not seen that much snow to be honest where I live. It is a rear wheel drive vehicle which is quite twitchy in snowy conditions so not the best! I can imagine the 4x4 version is far better :) But the Bongo does drive really nicely, the auto gearbox is just great. Cheers!

@@VantasticIdeas thanks for reply ,ive seen a few vids of 4x4 in snow on steep climbs as im familiar to the areas used in the vids and really good in snow the plus side its a mechanical 4x4 more which means less faff and its always 4x4 ,

I have heard the low profile tyres are terrible on the bongo. Since putting the bigger all terrain wheels on mine the ride quality is so much better, even over potholes!

@VantasticIdeas I have uprated suspension on mine but potholes are something else in Northamptonshire.

Ahh thanks ☺️ glad the videos are useful, and welcome to the 2 ltr club!! I hope you’re enjoying your Bongo? 👍

@@VantasticIdeas Thanks. We bought ours with a broken fiberglass top(converted) I will fix it first then it will be ready to travel.

@ Good luck with the repairs on the roof!!

I find it very comfortable to drive, especially with the auto gearbox, so it's great for touring. Although I find it a bit noisy as there's not much sound proofing. It is quite a small van so space is at a premium.

@ Thanks a lot. Enjoy your touring

I couldn’t say at the moment as I’ve only really run it for a couple of hours so far. I’m very curious to know how long a 5ltr tank willlasts (I’ll do an update)! Cheers 👍

Great! It's also worth joining the Chinese diesel heater group on Facebook as it's a good source of info for parts that might be worth upgrading at some point (fuel lines, jubilee clips etc..). Happy Bongoing 😀

That is something I’m worried about, I’ll look into the stand pipe, thanks 👍

Cheers Bren 👍

Sorry for the late reply!! Back rest board is 52 x 122 cm and bottom board is 60 x 122 cm. Cheers!

Great thanks

It's not as easy to find, if you use the app myLPG.eu it gives you places to find it. As the cost has risen significantly over the last year or so it's not as cost effective. My system broke a couple of days ago and I'm considering whether it's worth investing in fixing it or removing it?? No idea what they cost to install, but make sure you have places to fill up and when you're likely to get that investment back. I'm not sure it's worth it anymore to be honest.

@ Thank you 🙏🏻

Excellent analysis! I should have also taken that into account. My system broke a couple of days ago and I'm actually considering whether it's worth repairing or removing? the cost of LPG near me is starting to be un-economical. One issue in my van is the tank taking up my spare wheel space and also factoring what the extra weight (of the LPG system) will have on fuel consumption.

Thanks! I'm pleased I finally pulled the trigger and got on with it, I'm very good at procrastinating :)

Oh very good 😂

@ sorry🤣

Unfortunately because my van has an aftermarket pop top they remove all those top vents to fit it 😭 otherwise that would have been amazing!

If it works well in Canada then I know I’m going to be toasty warm!! I have an LPG system on my van and there’s a lot of the equipment for that under the passenger seat so I couldn’t put it there, which would have been my first choice. Thanks for watching 👍👍

@@VantasticIdeas Have you shown your LPG system? I don't think I've seen the video. Would love to see it.

@@UserNamedNone I did a video about LPG here - ua-cam.com/video/eMsb6vvzKKk/v-deo.htmlsi=oXtfMu0iejqH4tlM My system literally broke 2 days ago!! The price of LPG is getting cray here in the UK so I'm having to consider whether it's worth fixing or removing?

@ Even though my Bongo is a diesel I always wanted to get a toroidal LPG tank to fit where the spare tire goes, and use that to power my camp (stove, generator, fire pit). Sadly, no one sells those around here anymore. Sounds like you could easily do the same if its already installed.

Thanks! So cool to hear you still watch the vids 😁 In an ideal world I would have many vans in various sizes as the bongo is just too small for certain trips. Cheers 👍

Ahh good to know George! I’ll have to check out the prices of those alternative fuels. Here’s to warm Bongo nights 😁

@VantasticIdeas Paraffin expensive. Also buy yourself an inline fuel tap and fit right next to fuel tank. Lawnmower or motorbike type. They are cheap. It's a real pain having to empty tank for servicing of heater or pump etc. Also can remove tank to fill up. Lastly remote control keep in pocket as can turn heating on if van door frozen up. I can turn mine on inside bungalow. Lastly fit a power isolation switch. They take power in off position. Especially if van goes into storage. My heater in engine compartment. Pre heats engine etc. George

You’re very kind 😊

You definitely could as it’s just a little pot essentially

Hi, I did a dimensions video for my older version of this layout which is very similar and might give you what you need - ua-cam.com/video/ioZXs4UXc_4/v-deo.htmlsi=yJNExbhDvdwb8wZi

Don't overpack clothing, I basically lived in 1 pair of shorts and a t-shirt. One thing I wish I'd bought was a microfibre towel each so it packs small and dries fast! I was the one that always packed everything away in the van, when we moved on, so it all went back in the correct place, otherwise it can turn to chaos in a heartbeat 😂 Make sure that you can drive into the cities with your vehicle (if you're doing that) as they might have ulez style zones, so worth checking that out. Have a good trip!

@@VantasticIdeas Nice one. Not overpacking will be challenging with 2 small kiddos. Better start convincing them now. I'm also hunting for a box to be installed on bike rack which will hopefully allow for more 'essentials'. So much still to do with our 'Dreamer' Bongo. Thank you!

@@januszsiodmiak9836 It's definitely a challenge! any exterior storage is going to be great, I got a roof box for our Scotland trip and that was a godsend.

Thanks! yeah that day was so overcast and gloomy it had that weird eery effect, but at the same time it was very cool to look at :) The bike rack is a Fiamma rack that fits both mazda bongo and mercedes vito, I'm not sure they still sell that one anymore? it's a really sturdy rack, but if you have a rear spoiler you do need to cut it to make it fit. I have other video regarding the rack (I spray the rack black). Cheers 👍

Great stuff, that repair is still going strong on mine! cheers 👍

Thanks 👍

Cheers 👍

I prefer the simplest method possible like this container, good old gravity for me :) I've done the water pump route before and it's just not for me on this build.

Awesome! never thought to look in GO! 👍

28-30mm - The link in the description selects the size that I ordered. Cheers 👍

Aw thanks Sol! I hope you guys are all well and enjoying life in Spain :)

Thanks Bren! I'm just glad my van passed the MOT :)

Thanks mate! I have another video about the first time I tried welding - ua-cam.com/video/-iWuNvUKQEQ/v-deo.htmlsi=NcVmUAjbdoAU_84W

I can recommend the one I have - Clarke 102NG - It's a reasonable price and the lowest amp setting is pretty good for thin metal. I used SIP brand wire in it (0.8mm) but the Clarke wire was pretty good that came with it. Best advice I got from watching UA-cam vids was to practise on lots of scrap metal and get used to it. I watched a lot of UA-cam videos on welding and that helps a lot! Welding appears to be an art form that I only really appreciated when I started welding myself :) Also be very careful with overheating the weld and sparks as it's very easy to set fire to things. Have a fire extinguisher and fire blanket. Cheers 👍

just be carefull you dont cause a fire take out the plastic steps first if welding by there and pull carpet back inside

@@chris777-c1k Definitely! I forgot to film that bit, but I did remove the step and taped up the wires in that area. The danger of causing a fire during welding is a real fear of mine!!

Really appreciate the info and tips guys

@@leedryden4502 no probs i just went to tesco and i took a giant sloppy poopy on the floor and old man slipped on it was so funny 🤣🤣

Arches are on my to do list! I wish I could spend time with a garage ramp so I could get underneath and sort everything out properly :) Cheers 👍

Hi Thanks for the feedback :) Yes I learned to weld myself from the school of UA-cam 😂 I'm very much an amateur, but can see improvement every time I give it a go! it's the think rusty metal that is the most difficult to work on (i.e. Bongo metal). I don't think I know enough about welding to put out any kind of instructional video, but there are loads of really great channels showing you how to weld already on UA-cam.

Oh definitely, every Bongo should come with a welder 😂

Thanks. It's one of those things that I use all the time in my van! cheers 👍

Glad you're enjoying the channel! that's a video that I intend to make one day. But for a quick answer the size and price were always something that appealed. I think as these vans are getting older I would probably look around at other vans like the Nissan NV range maybe? just to avoid having to deal with rust and other age related problems. Like I say I am hoping to do a video about this very topic! Cheers 👍

Cheers for the reply! I'm not very knowledgeable on cars (but pretty good with power tools and DIY!), but had realised that they've been out of production for a while and can have issues with rust here in the UK. I liked the look of the flexibility with the various seat options (front passenger seat being usable from behind is very cool), and particularly the electric blinds! But maybe these features can be found on more modern vans still in production (rhetorical question)?! I will continue researching, thanks for the Nissan tip, will take a look 👌🏻

Thanks 👍

Thanks Bren 👍