Your not the only one.I'm 70 years old and am not going to build a camper but I look forward to their Saturday morning video. (When I was younger I did a lot of four wheeling in Africa)
As a retired engineer I have got to say your fabrication skill levels are fantastic. As my old mate said “ the only limitation is your imagination “ and you two are full-on ! And bloody quirky.
I really can’t believe the skills that you two have! Another amazingly interesting episode! Brilliant bit of viewing for a Saturday morning! Love you two! 🤩
I pretty much use UA-cam as my only source of entertainment, I'm subscribed to about 100 channels and each new video is added to the end of my Watch Later list and watched in order. This is the only exception, Saturday morning means take coffee back to bed and watch TBT as soon as it comes out, absolutely love it
Get yourself the Milwaukee M12 die grinder. I use mine every single day at work and it's a beast. And it can share batteries with your M12 Rivet gun (which I also use daily). Keep up the good work!!
John, make sure the weld stop/starts are checked on a fairly regular basis while traveling because vibration to aluminium welds is prone to cause cracking of the weld starting at the stop/start
You two crack me up every time 🤣🤣. Super impressed with your fabrication skills and ideas 👏. I've actually found myself starting to say "great bit of kit for the workshop" lately when buying something 😂😂. Pinz is looking insane, keep it up guys 🫶
The design for the roof will be great. So much thought & design has gone into it, with the frame, also looking so neat & tidy. Roll on next Saturday. Only one thing to say Cleco Pins.
Now I have watched all their episodes. In 7 days. I've probably put on a couple of kilos, as there's been a lot of tea and biscuits/cakes to. Good luck and I look forward to many new videos. Love and Respect from Norway.
The fabrication skills are great, but the succinct, clear and easily understood explanations are fantastic! The both of you really are very clever people!
WOW started watching only for the landy build and trip , BUT you two have me so hooked on your builds that I’m even thinking on deferent builds I would like to do with my over landing buddy’s . This is a amazing build so far . Plus’s all the tools I now can’t live with out 😎 . Always very informative as very well explained as to the way your doing each job as well . Plus’s top it all of with the great bantering between you both makes this the most entertaining set of build videos and trips out there .. thanks soooo much for all the work you two do to bring these awesome videos to us, well building some spectacular rigs . ( P.S. MY FRIENDS ARE BUILDING A BOX VAN LIKE YOURS .AFTER SEEING YOUR BUILD . ) they have two small kids and camp a lot with them . They also love your videos. they are both a lot like you two in there bantering , always the life of the camping trip . Cheers and many thanks for all the enjoyable videos . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) :) 🚒🍻👍🏼😁
Thanks so much for the lovely message Steve, so glad you’re still enjoying the videos 💙 you know you want to build another 😂💙 how cool is that!! Hope they love it and have some amazing adventures in it 💙
Another great episode. Inspired by you guys I converted my three door mini into a car camper and used it for the first time last weekend. Im 6'4" and laid out on a full length bed. The general would be happy with the loo in where the passenger seat was. Slide out kitchen next. Thanks for the inspo
@@truebluetravellers I used it for a kayaking trip in Birmingham. Most of the others had tents or van conversions and were amazed such a tall person could camp in a 3 door mini. Hope to have the slide out kitchen done for our September paddle event. Absolutely love what you two do great chemistry. The current build is some of the best screen time I've ever seen on UA-cam and broadcast TV 👍🏻
Ooh Big Red is already looking splendid. Really enjoying seeing her transformation. 💯🔥👏 Y’all have a gift. Well, multiple gifts actually. As others have said you manage to hit the perfect mix of entertainment, information and education. Explaining things in a way that others - particularly those who have no background in the subjects covered - can easily understand is no small achievement. Your positivity, willingness to learn and transferable skills are a delight. I’m hurtling towards my 60’s and too ill to make things or even travel anymore, but I genuinely look forward to each weekly episode. So I’m sure that anyone with an interest in camper van conversions will find your channel really inspiring and very helpful. We’ve had a severe weather warning up here in the North. Hope it misses you guys. Looks like you’re right, summer in the UK may be over…
I work with professional engineers and fabricators who are less capable and critically less able to think outside the box than you two do. Top work and like others have said wish they were longer vids!
What a talented pair you are. To think up all the ideas and then put them into practice is amazing. Great that you are able to learn by your mistakes as well and Jon is mastering all the new "little kit for the workshop". Saturday mornings for me is to take my son in law to work, get back, get a cuppa and watch the latest installment! I too wish the videos were longer as they seem over in a flash. Can't wait to see the roof go on hopefully next week. You will need it with this deluge of Norfolk rain we're having at the moment. I think Jon was right about the 2 weeks of summer having gone 😂.
Was admiring your skills and commenting to my wife that this guy must be in the trade, then i saw the Jungheinrich shirt and understood! Me working for Toyota Material Handling and a former Jungheinrich engineer. Love the tool banter, much like here in our house 😅
One of the few highlights of working a friday night shift and getting home at 06:45 on a Saturday morning, time to sit down with a cup of 🍵 and enjoy before I get some sleep 👍 but if i do fall asleep half way through I promise It's through tiredness, not boredom 😅
As usual a great start to a Saturday with the weekly dose of TBT…. the progress is moving at a great pace, especially love the shutter effect usage on either side, that looks awesome. I thought I was bad with 2 silicone guns but 9.. 😂😂
You two brighten my Saturday mornings. Love love love what you are doing ! Vintage van .. check, amazing conversion … check, a full tool shed …. check . Makes me wanna give up everything and start again with my fella !
Just got onboard with you two a week or so ago with the Sainsbury's conversion and I smashed all the videos so far You two put me back into good old binge watching!
Hi J &J wow you have been busy it’s looking so good, your skills are amazing and truly you both are such fun, your the sunshine in a murky world take care and see you next week 💙💙
If only Milwaukee did a M12 die grinder that was the necessary right angle version to complement the straight one. A suitable code for the tool could be M12FDGA even. Wow it could even use the same battery as the rivet gun.
Watching your videos is like my first cup of coffee in a morning ..it gives me a boost to start the day, Although I must say Jess there is no 'Silk' in Sikoflex 😂
I have to say.... That you two are bloody nuts... Talk about putting a smile on people's faces😂, loving the build, just wish I had as many tools as John has and the shed, its mint. I'm looking forward to seeing the end build. Keep up the good work.👍💪
Pins - I spent 26 years working at what was British Aerospace; all the aircraft we ever built used to be covered in these pins - it was actually rather nice to see them in use again after 14 years away!
@@truebluetravellers it was mostly air tools or “windies “ as they were known. That and the lathes and milling machines I used to work of course. We even had air caulking guns… that would be number 9 for you Jon (sorry Jess)
Hey you guys I came over from Jack & Megan’s channel and have been binge watching. I had to go back to your second video to find out what was going on because I could hear the Aussie in Jess but couldn’t work out why she would chose to live in England. I tell you what, she’s good on the tools. I was born in Westham but mum & dad became £10 Poms in 1966 when I was 4 and I’m so grateful for the life that has given me. Anyhoo I love the channel and seeing John in Jess’s red bikini gave me a bit of a twinge 😂. Cheers for now, Stuart, Canberra. 🇦🇺
Hi Stuart mate, thanks for giving us a go really appreciate it 💙💙 we love Jack and Megan have watched them since the troupe days so crazy to hear them mention us!! Australia is amazing isn’t it! I’m a very proud Aussie (even if my accents fading😂) and am so grateful I got to grow up there but it’s just so far from everywhere, which is part of its charm but makes it hard to travel from there!! 😂😂😂🤦♀️ he’s such a bloody fool 😂
@@truebluetravellers Totally agree, distance used to be our tyranny but know I think it’s our saviour. Unlike Europe, we’re a long way from potential enemies and it’s a long way for illegal immigrants to get to. I went back to England in 1980 to meets my huge group of relatives and I can see the appeal but like you say it’s a bloody long way home. Cheers.
Man, this is such a brilliant channel. Started watching after the Sainsbury van build and began to wonder if I could handle another two goofy people. But it has grown on me so much. I can't wait to see the next episode each week.
I haven't really got a clue how you do what you're doing, but I am totally fascinated by how you put it all together. Creativity, skill, and problem solving par excellence!! Love it!
Great video as always 😊 I love how much of the work you guys do yourselves. You kindly share with everyone how and why you do it the way you have and in an entertaining way. You guys are brilliant ❤
I’m going to be getting some of those Cleco doodahs, no idea why I would need them, but I do. And Jess, it’s SIKAFLEX, not silk. Keep up the good work guys, it’s looking BRRRRRRILLIANT
I have a Makita Sealant gun. Would recommend - you definitely need one! So much easier to be precise and less work on the hands if doing lots of long runs. Brilliant little bit of kit for the workshop.
Anyone else find themselves grinning like a cheshire cat when Jess first offered up the gull wing shutter and it fitted like a glove 👍🏻 And then inwardly screaming NOooooo when Jess says “right we’re gonna leave you here for this week” at the end of the vlog 😢 Suppose its always better to leave us wanting more 😉
@@tubeguinness Trouble is, more channel content = more stress for Jon&Jess , this channel works because they love doing what they do. The amount of effort that it must take for our 20-25 minute is insane, the only way to get more/longer vids, without letting the quality drop, would be to have a 3rd person helping and I cant see that happening. When I watch on a sat morning I find myself keeping an eye on the ‘play bar’ knowing its going to end but not wanting it to. 🤪
What can i say guys it`s looking really good,John you are very talented wish i could do half what you can,Jess you got a compliment from John go on and caught on camera too lol,i couldn`t belive your gift they are really useful and for the amount of gunning you do well worth it.Looking forward to next week see you soon General and Glamorous Assistant
Thanks so much mate 💙 I know!!! Evidential proof 😂😂 honestly still can’t quite believe it, probably the weirdest coincidence of my life, couldn’t have made it up if we tried, he is very pleased with it 😂😂
Saturday Morning good mood, here we go!! Glad you made the most of your day's summer for this episode because, at least where I am in Bucks, it finished yesterday. I'm amazed at every episode at how knowledgeable and clever you are with your builds, I would love a custom camper myself, but wouldn't have a clue. You're just amazing. ❤ All all like that, it's over. Could watch you guys all morning, your videos never seem long enough.
Great video guys. I keep saying the same thing but I am fascinated by your skills of putting things together and your detail. It looks amazing. Others have mentioned that I am disappointed when the video ends 😂 Have a great weekend 👍👏🤗
@@leeprice674 I feel exactly the same, I comment every week and struggle to say something I haven’t already in the past, but every comment pushes the youtube algorithm which helps the channel grow 👍🏻
Is it worth considering future proofing some of the design elements? 18:10 riveting Ali sheet onto steel inner frame. Maybe worth putting a thin neoprene strip between the two (1) to prevent NVH (2) help restrict galvanic corrosion. Few areas in the build where Ali is coming in contact with steel and neither surface is coated and there isn’t a barrier. As ever, fab viewing and one of current fav channels. 💪🏻🤙🏻
You two are so infectious and easy to watch. The camper is coming on nicely and is going to be awesome. The quality of build just gets better and better. 💪
I love Cleco's too, if you ever get the Cleco crocodile jaw clamps do not, I repeat do not clamp one on your finger to test the strength :D (don't ask how I know)
Milwaukee m12 angle die grinder is calling your name ;) nice and lightweight for more accuracy and for those tighter spaces and with it being an angled means it’s definitely needed as you only have the straight one, great little bit of kit for the workshop 😄
Hi guys Greco rivets they weren’t called that back in the fifties as we used them when I worked at Handly Pages making and repairing aircraft parts mainly the Victor V Bomber in Radlett Herts. Then at British Aerospace Hatfield. Finally Royals Royce engines Kings Langley Herts. They weren’t called Greco rivets then and now I am so old I can’t remember what they were called🥴🥴. Thanks for bringing back the memories. Once again your both doing a great job and looking forward to next week Jon 🇦🇺WA
An electric sealant gun? I'm gonna gets me wunna them. Even though I don't need one. The coolest van build on UA-cam and what makes it even cooler is that you guys do 99% of the work yourselves. 😎🤘🏻💪🏻
My neighbour recommended a battery powered silicone gun and so I bought one and love it. He also has a sheet bender and guillotine so I’m set. Loving your build and working relationship, I’ve also built my own van. Cheers from Tasmania.
SIP plasma cutter is a game changer! Cleco (clee-co) pins are great.. we buy them set and tested to specific spring rates when we assemble composite aircraft parts.. there's a torque pin variant too does up with a nut. They're good to have in the workshop too 😉
I’m loving this build series, especially how you are completely repurposing a working vehicle but keeping it honest and respectful to its years of service. Keeping the shutters and creating the roof in a similar style to the original pods is genius
Great vid Jess and John, Big red lookin good love that opening shutter door idea and can't wait to see that roof get fitted in, keep up the great work Jess and John 💙👌
Oooooo I couldn’t breathe when you started pulling the gullwing down…..and then phewww it fitted! 👏👏 If that was me, it wouldn’t have 🤦🏼♀️ Loving the digital angle doofer thingy, what a tool - was actually wondering how you were getting the angles so spot on! But one question…….if Jess kisses her guns 💪🏼 why don’t you kiss your tool Jon??? 🤔🤔😉😝
I kept seeing your channel in my feed and passed it up because I prejudged it as a couple jumping on the overland camping wagon with my dream vehicle and so out of jealousy I avoid watching until today. Wow, I’m happy I tuned in. With all the Yin and Yang about buying new tools and not buying new tools the work ethic perspectives along with always moving forward is turning this build into something epic. Great fabrication and Vlog documentation skills as well. Brilliant.
I must say I am a recent viewer of your channel upon the content of big red lol and at first I found your characters very cringe but I have grown to love your quirkiness and fun vibes you throw off it brightens my day and I eagerly wait each weeks episodes well done 🎉
You are both so entertaining and makes great team. The only down side is I wish your videos were longer. Saturday mornings are dedicated to you both ❤❤
Cleco fasteners!! That's amazing! I learn so much from y'all WHILE I'M LAUGHING. You guys are the best. I'm in the USA and I love waking up at 4am to watch the antics.
I've sat here for ages trying to think of a new tool for the workshop and everytime I think I have one there's a voice in my head saying "He's already got 6 of them."
@@felixstroud-allen6283 cordless glue gun? This is my latest purchase and I have no idea how I ever managed without it (oh yeah, I used the corded one with the 11mm sticks…)
Another fantastic video. Luv your banter ect it is awesome, never change it suits our Aussie sense of humour , it’s like a breath of fresh air. We are in a world of being to serious 😢😢 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Another amazing video, you two are the perfect team! Jess I missed your guns this week, happy that you replaced it with creative problem solving thinking. Jon, you were all smiles and laughs in this episide, that can only mean that you are really enjoying the challenge of the build and we can see how much creativity you hav treated us to. Big Red is turning into an awesome off roader.
Wow the build is coming on really well. Great to see the development grow each week. Electric sealant gun. That’s a novelty, once Jess has a go you’ll be a convert and never look back.😂
Am I the only one who is legitimately disappointed when their videos end?! I don't even camp, but I could watch these two banter about all day.
Your not the only one.I'm 70 years old and am not going to build a camper but I look forward to their Saturday morning video. (When I was younger I did a lot of four wheeling in Africa)
What a lovely thing to say thank you 😘😘
That’s so sweet thank you 💙😘😘
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I think it’s outrageous that each episode is not at least 2hrs long. They take too long to come around and too quick when you are watching them. ❤
As a retired engineer I have got to say your fabrication skill levels are fantastic. As my old mate said “ the only limitation is your imagination “ and you two are full-on ! And bloody quirky.
Thanks very much mate, means allot 👍👍
You two are so impressive with your mad skills!! Really enjoying this build😊
In Germany the limitation is mostly street legality :D
What a perfect way to start my Saturday morning. Cup of tea and a true blue episode.
That’s so kind thank you 💙
💯 agree
oh yes! I just clicked in the thumbnail and see it's you guys! Quality!
😂😂 cheers mate 👍
The best build on UA-cam!
Please do true blue travellers logo in the style of a fire station badge to use on this.
I love this idea so much!! We don’t actually have a logo 😂 but would look so cool!! Will defo have to see if we can do this 💙💙
Luv your ch luv build can't wait end see you ridin enjoy great job thxs
Thanks Brian 👍👍👍
I really can’t believe the skills that you two have! Another amazingly interesting episode! Brilliant bit of viewing for a Saturday morning! Love you two! 🤩
Thanks so much that’s a lovely thing to say 😘😘
Impressed by the fabrication! And, I'd be proud of those welds John!! They don't look like your first go at Alu at all!
PS you pair are brilliant - learning and having fun. And for future, sexy assistants usually show a bit of ass..............:D
Thanks very much mate 👍
😂😂😂😂 noted 👍
I pretty much use UA-cam as my only source of entertainment, I'm subscribed to about 100 channels and each new video is added to the end of my Watch Later list and watched in order. This is the only exception, Saturday morning means take coffee back to bed and watch TBT as soon as it comes out, absolutely love it
What a lovely message and thanks for all your support 💪💪😘
My friends you all are amazeing.
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Thank you 💙💙 that’s so nice of you to say
Get yourself the Milwaukee M12 die grinder. I use mine every single day at work and it's a beast. And it can share batteries with your M12 Rivet gun (which I also use daily). Keep up the good work!!
Mate!!! 👌didn’t know these existed until someone said about it a few mins ago!! Have to get one, my plan is buy now, ask for forgiveness later 👍
@@truebluetravellersQuick, delete this comment before she sees it 😂
@HiruS22 😂😂😂😂
John, make sure the weld stop/starts are checked on a fairly regular basis while traveling because vibration to aluminium welds is prone to cause cracking of the weld starting at the stop/start
Thanks very much, yeah this is one of my worries really so like u say I’ll be checking on a regular basis
I have come for the build but i will definitely be staying for your personalities. Great channel guys, really look forward for each and every video.
Thanks mate 👍👍
You two crack me up every time 🤣🤣. Super impressed with your fabrication skills and ideas 👏. I've actually found myself starting to say "great bit of kit for the workshop" lately when buying something 😂😂. Pinz is looking insane, keep it up guys 🫶
😂😂😂😂 u say it mate 😂😂👍
I've just retired, 20 years a builder then 35 a film propmaker. So I'm just loving watching you both creating, you are inspiring me no end .
Thanks very much mate 👍👍
Good to see that steady climb towards 100K subs, guys. Lovely progress and excellent craftsmanship. Loving the series.
I commented to them when they celebrated hitting 50k theyd hit 100k before the end of the year, they will smash it. 👍🏻
Thanks mate, yeah steady away, hopefully make the big 100k one day 🤞🤞👍
The design for the roof will be great. So much thought & design has gone into it, with the frame, also looking so neat & tidy. Roll on next Saturday. Only one thing to say Cleco Pins.
😂😂😂😂😂 brilliant bits of kit hey mate 😂👍
@@truebluetravellers Certainly is.
Yes getting round to watching this and what a transformation it has become
Thanks mate 👍
Silkaflex is a very smoooooth version of Sikaflex. 😜
😂😂🤦♀️ Yeah it’s the version the cool kids use 😂🤦♀️ I’m such a plonker 😂😂
Now I have watched all their episodes. In 7 days. I've probably put on a couple of kilos, as there's been a lot of tea and biscuits/cakes to. Good luck and I look forward to many new videos. Love and Respect from Norway.
😂😂😂 thanks very much for all your support 😊
New tool to purchase idea...I've got a right handed screwdriver which I wouldn't be without. I'm saving up for a right handed hammer too.
😂😂😂 Ben I see you 💪😘💪😘👊
Quietly appreciating the editing of these videos, the rewind, the sound effects, the music to set the tone. Great work.
That’s a lovely compliment thank you 💙💙
The fabrication skills are great, but the succinct, clear and easily understood explanations are fantastic! The both of you really are very clever people!
Thanks very much mate 💪👍
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I love the way you guys explain things in detail. :)
Thanks for that 😀 so glad it’s helpful
She is looking good, so is Big Red.
Seriously, that is going to be an awesome truck.
Thanks so much 💙 can’t wait to see how it comes out
WOW started watching only for the landy build and trip , BUT you two have me so hooked on your builds that I’m even thinking on deferent builds I would like to do with my over landing buddy’s . This is a amazing build so far . Plus’s all the tools I now can’t live with out 😎 . Always very informative as very well explained as to the way your doing each job as well . Plus’s top it all of with the great bantering between you both makes this the most entertaining set of build videos and trips out there .. thanks soooo much for all the work you two do to bring these awesome videos to us, well building some spectacular rigs . ( P.S. MY FRIENDS ARE BUILDING A BOX VAN LIKE YOURS .AFTER SEEING YOUR BUILD . ) they have two small kids and camp a lot with them . They also love your videos. they are both a lot like you two in there bantering , always the life of the camping trip . Cheers and many thanks for all the enjoyable videos . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) :) 🚒🍻👍🏼😁
Thanks so much for the lovely message Steve, so glad you’re still enjoying the videos 💙 you know you want to build another 😂💙 how cool is that!! Hope they love it and have some amazing adventures in it 💙
Another great episode. Inspired by you guys I converted my three door mini into a car camper and used it for the first time last weekend. Im 6'4" and laid out on a full length bed. The general would be happy with the loo in where the passenger seat was. Slide out kitchen next. Thanks for the inspo
So good this, we will have to do this one day too 👍
@@truebluetravellers I used it for a kayaking trip in Birmingham. Most of the others had tents or van conversions and were amazed such a tall person could camp in a 3 door mini. Hope to have the slide out kitchen done for our September paddle event. Absolutely love what you two do great chemistry. The current build is some of the best screen time I've ever seen on UA-cam and broadcast TV 👍🏻
Ooh Big Red is already looking splendid. Really enjoying seeing her transformation. 💯🔥👏
Y’all have a gift. Well, multiple gifts actually. As others have said you manage to hit the perfect mix of entertainment, information and education. Explaining things in a way that others - particularly those who have no background in the subjects covered - can easily understand is no small achievement. Your positivity, willingness to learn and transferable skills are a delight. I’m hurtling towards my 60’s and too ill to make things or even travel anymore, but I genuinely look forward to each weekly episode. So I’m sure that anyone with an interest in camper van conversions will find your channel really inspiring and very helpful.
We’ve had a severe weather warning up here in the North. Hope it misses you guys. Looks like you’re right, summer in the UK may be over…
Great job on the video folks! Thanks for making it. Great music on this vid. It's always gratifying to see your vision become reality around you.
Thanks so much 💙 I absolutely love it 😀
I work with professional engineers and fabricators who are less capable and critically less able to think outside the box than you two do. Top work and like others have said wish they were longer vids!
That’s a big compliment thanks so much mate 💙💙
What a talented pair you are. To think up all the ideas and then put them into practice is amazing. Great that you are able to learn by your mistakes as well and Jon is mastering all the new "little kit for the workshop". Saturday mornings for me is to take my son in law to work, get back, get a cuppa and watch the latest installment! I too wish the videos were longer as they seem over in a flash. Can't wait to see the roof go on hopefully next week. You will need it with this deluge of Norfolk rain we're having at the moment. I think Jon was right about the 2 weeks of summer having gone 😂.
😂😂😂awful today isn’t it 🤦♀️ what a lovely thing to say thank you so much 💙💙
Gull wing bikini shots will be mad🕺🏼 Love how you preserved the looks of the roller cabinet while making it super functional :D
Oh god , Ive just realised Jons 100% gonna get HIS red bikini on for that 🫣
Thanks mate, yeah so glad we kept the shutter look 👍
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Jon, what you need for cutting the aluminum and everything else is a plasma cutter, lovely bit of kit for the workshop!
😂😂 got one mate, should use it more often really 👍
Been waiting since 6:00 this morning for this. Game on
That’s so sweet 💙 thank you
Was admiring your skills and commenting to my wife that this guy must be in the trade, then i saw the Jungheinrich shirt and understood! Me working for Toyota Material Handling and a former Jungheinrich engineer. Love the tool banter, much like here in our house 😅
😂😂 yeah worked for them for about 7 years all in all, great job really, just got a bit fed up towards the end 👍👍
One of the few highlights of working a friday night shift and getting home at 06:45 on a Saturday morning, time to sit down with a cup of 🍵 and enjoy before I get some sleep 👍 but if i do fall asleep half way through I promise It's through tiredness, not boredom 😅
Oh bless you that’s so nice of you to say 💙💙 thanks mate
The General is quite clever ! Watch yer back King Jon I see her taking over.
Bloody great fabrication by the way.
😂😂😂 I’m already in charge 💪 I just let him think he is 😂😂💙 thanks very much
That roof is a work of art ❤
Thanks very much 😊💙
As usual a great start to a Saturday with the weekly dose of TBT…. the progress is moving at a great pace, especially love the shutter effect usage on either side, that looks awesome. I thought I was bad with 2 silicone guns but 9.. 😂😂
Thanks so much 💙 he has a problem 😂😂🤦♀️
You 2 have excelled yourselves this week. The content, editing, entertainment and the education. It is so lovely to see. VERY well done. 😎
Thanks very much 👍👍
Crikey mate, if that’s your first proper ally weld that’s nothing to be disappointed about, especially on the floor 👌
Thanks mate 👍
You two brighten my Saturday mornings. Love love love what you are doing ! Vintage van .. check, amazing conversion … check, a full tool shed …. check .
Makes me wanna give up everything and start again with my fella !
What a lovely thing to say 💙💙 thanks so much 😘😘
Just got onboard with you two a week or so ago with the Sainsbury's conversion and I smashed all the videos so far
You two put me back into good old binge watching!
Thanks so much for giving us a go 💙💙 so glad you enjoyed them 😀
@@truebluetravellers thanks to you 2! Keep up the amazing job and banter! Lots of love from Italy!
I’ve woken up to this welding, pop riveting Fest! Life can’t get much better than that can it? 😅❤
😂😂😂 thanks densie, how did u get on with the van
Hi J &J wow you have been busy it’s looking so good, your skills are amazing and truly you both are such fun, your the sunshine in a murky world take care and see you next week 💙💙
Ah thanks very much 😊🥰💙
If only Milwaukee did a M12 die grinder that was the necessary right angle version to complement the straight one. A suitable code for the tool could be M12FDGA even. Wow it could even use the same battery as the rivet gun.
😂😂 Alec you are a legend 👌👌
Jon, the universe is on your side! Congrats on the new bit of kit. Thanks guys for sharing. Thoroughly enjoying the build.
It certainly is hey 😂💙
Watching your videos is like my first cup of coffee in a morning ..it gives me a boost to start the day, Although I must say Jess there is no 'Silk' in Sikoflex 😂
😂😂😂 no idea why I call it this 🤦♀️
I have to say.... That you two are bloody nuts... Talk about putting a smile on people's faces😂, loving the build, just wish I had as many tools as John has and the shed, its mint. I'm looking forward to seeing the end build. Keep up the good work.👍💪
😂😂 fair assessment 😂 that’s so lovely of you to say 💙 we are very lucky
She’s shaping up to be amazing guys! Another great video - love you two guys!!! ❤ My start of the day 😂
Thanks so much Sharon 😘😘😘 that’s so sweet of you
Bloody love watching you 2 never want the the video to end the van is coming along great can't wait to see it finished it's going to be awesome
Thanks very much mate 👍
Pins - I spent 26 years working at what was British Aerospace; all the aircraft we ever built used to be covered in these pins - it was actually rather nice to see them in use again after 14 years away!
They are so good hey, need to see what else the aerospace use I recon 👍
@@truebluetravellers it was mostly air tools or “windies “ as they were known. That and the lathes and milling machines I used to work of course. We even had air caulking guns… that would be number 9 for you Jon (sorry Jess)
Hey you guys I came over from Jack & Megan’s channel and have been binge watching. I had to go back to your second video to find out what was going on because I could hear the Aussie in Jess but couldn’t work out why she would chose to live in England. I tell you what, she’s good on the tools. I was born in Westham but mum & dad became £10 Poms in 1966 when I was 4 and I’m so grateful for the life that has given me. Anyhoo I love the channel and seeing John in Jess’s red bikini gave me a bit of a twinge 😂. Cheers for now, Stuart, Canberra. 🇦🇺
Hi Stuart mate, thanks for giving us a go really appreciate it 💙💙 we love Jack and Megan have watched them since the troupe days so crazy to hear them mention us!! Australia is amazing isn’t it! I’m a very proud Aussie (even if my accents fading😂) and am so grateful I got to grow up there but it’s just so far from everywhere, which is part of its charm but makes it hard to travel from there!! 😂😂😂🤦♀️ he’s such a bloody fool 😂
@@truebluetravellers Totally agree, distance used to be our tyranny but know I think it’s our saviour. Unlike Europe, we’re a long way from potential enemies and it’s a long way for illegal immigrants to get to. I went back to England in 1980 to meets my huge group of relatives and I can see the appeal but like you say it’s a bloody long way home. Cheers.
Hi you two...you blow me away every week with you knowledge and handyness....😊 love how you complement each other x
That’s such a nice thing to say thank you 💙
Guys you work so well together & produce a great finish. My hubby reckons Jon's tig welding is not too shabby👍🏻
Roll on the next episode🙂
Thanks very much Maria 😊
Man, this is such a brilliant channel. Started watching after the Sainsbury van build and began to wonder if I could handle another two goofy people. But it has grown on me so much. I can't wait to see the next episode each week.
😂 cheers mate, glad we won u over 👍👍
@@rhodie1 Even my Mrs has got into these two goofy souls so it’s Sunday morning breakfast viewing now 🤩
can't wait to see how the roof is finally going to turn out
Thanks very much 💙 just waiting on the lid from the folders and then we can get it finished 💙
I bloody love this channel
Thanks so much 😘😘😘
I haven't really got a clue how you do what you're doing, but I am totally fascinated by how you put it all together. Creativity, skill, and problem solving par excellence!! Love it!
That’s such a nice thing to say thank you 💙 so glad you enjoy it
Great video as always 😊 I love how much of the work you guys do yourselves. You kindly share with everyone how and why you do it the way you have and in an entertaining way. You guys are brilliant ❤
That’s so kind of you to say thanks Angie, so glad you enjoyed it 💙
Loving the look of the "gull wing" and the other side. Much thought has gone into that and I love the care your taking to restore.
Thanks very much, I’m so stoked with it 💙💙
John needs a hoodie, pink and gray one with his logo front and back "Galah".
😂😂😂😂
I’m going to be getting some of those Cleco doodahs, no idea why I would need them, but I do.
And Jess, it’s SIKAFLEX, not silk.
Keep up the good work guys, it’s looking BRRRRRRILLIANT
😂😂😂 I have no idea why I call it that 🤦♀️💙
It's impossible to have too many tools. But you're gunna need a bigger workshop.
Another cracking episode guys. Best production on YT.
😂😂 cheers mate, if I ever do get a bigger one a guilotine and a a folder are first on the list 👌👍
It’s truly coming together ❤ both of you were extremely hard on this build great video and looking forward to the next one❤
Thanks very much, lovely comment as always 😊💙
Brilliant bit of kit for the workshop!
That needs to be the name of Jon’s podcast talking about tools
😂😂😂 I’d talk for hours 😂😂👍
I have a Makita Sealant gun. Would recommend - you definitely need one! So much easier to be precise and less work on the hands if doing lots of long runs. Brilliant little bit of kit for the workshop.
😂😂😂 definitely agree 👍
Anyone else find themselves grinning like a cheshire cat when Jess first offered up the gull wing shutter and it fitted like a glove 👍🏻 And then inwardly screaming NOooooo when Jess says “right we’re gonna leave you here for this week” at the end of the vlog 😢
Suppose its always better to leave us wanting more 😉
Yep. 22 minutes isn't enough. Second channel I recon with longer less edited videos for the die hards. 😂
@@tubeguinness Trouble is, more channel content = more stress for Jon&Jess , this channel works because they love doing what they do. The amount of effort that it must take for our 20-25 minute is insane, the only way to get more/longer vids, without letting the quality drop, would be to have a 3rd person helping and I cant see that happening. When I watch on a sat morning I find myself keeping an eye on the ‘play bar’ knowing its going to end but not wanting it to. 🤪
😂😂 thanks mate just so glad u enjoy it and it’s not boring 👍
Saturday morning dose of ambition…CHECK!
Now it’s off to the garage to work on my van.
Your fab skills are inspiring.
What a lovely thing to say thank you 💙
Another Saturday, another fun informative watch. Your attention to detail is inspiring. All your work is quality. Thanks Jess and Jon ❤💙
So glad you enjoyed it Andrew mate that’s really kind of you to say 💙
What can i say guys it`s looking really good,John you are very talented wish i could do half what you can,Jess you got a compliment from John go on and caught on camera too lol,i couldn`t belive your gift they are really useful and for the amount of gunning you do well worth it.Looking forward to next week see you soon General and Glamorous Assistant
Thanks so much mate 💙 I know!!! Evidential proof 😂😂 honestly still can’t quite believe it, probably the weirdest coincidence of my life, couldn’t have made it up if we tried, he is very pleased with it 😂😂
Saturday Morning good mood, here we go!! Glad you made the most of your day's summer for this episode because, at least where I am in Bucks, it finished yesterday.
I'm amazed at every episode at how knowledgeable and clever you are with your builds, I would love a custom camper myself, but wouldn't have a clue. You're just amazing. ❤
All all like that, it's over. Could watch you guys all morning, your videos never seem long enough.
That’s such a lovely compliment thanks Carole 💙 so glad you enjoyed it 😀
Great video guys. I keep saying the same thing but I am fascinated by your skills of putting things together and your detail. It looks amazing. Others have mentioned that I am disappointed when the video ends 😂 Have a great weekend 👍👏🤗
Thanks mate, we will take your comments all day everyday 😂 always appreciated mate 👍
@@leeprice674 I feel exactly the same, I comment every week and struggle to say something I haven’t already in the past, but every comment pushes the youtube algorithm which helps the channel grow 👍🏻
@@truebluetravellersand another positive is that whilst Jon is busy he doesn’t have time to get naked 😂😂🎉 On camera at least 😂😂
Jons Design company should be called Red Bikini Designs! 😂
😂😂PMSL so good
Is it worth considering future proofing some of the design elements? 18:10 riveting Ali sheet onto steel inner frame. Maybe worth putting a thin neoprene strip between the two (1) to prevent NVH (2) help restrict galvanic corrosion. Few areas in the build where Ali is coming in contact with steel and neither surface is coated and there isn’t a barrier. As ever, fab viewing and one of current fav channels. 💪🏻🤙🏻
Thanks very much mate, yep anywhere where we will install Ali to steel we will make sure there is a break, paint or powder coating and silicone 👍
Oh my God sat ere at 7am laffin my bollocks of at john yet again wat a DREAM team u 2 make 🎉
So lovely to hear it made you laugh 💙💙 thank you 💙
You two are so infectious and easy to watch. The camper is coming on nicely and is going to be awesome. The quality of build just gets better and better. 💪
What a lovely thing to say thank you 💙💙
I love Cleco's too, if you ever get the Cleco crocodile jaw clamps do not, I repeat do not clamp one on your finger to test the strength :D (don't ask how I know)
😂😂😂 PMSL we both burst out laughing at this one, noted thanks mate
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Milwaukee m12 angle die grinder is calling your name ;) nice and lightweight for more accuracy and for those tighter spaces and with it being an angled means it’s definitely needed as you only have the straight one, great little bit of kit for the workshop 😄
Hmmm 🤔 you make some excellent points here 👌😂
8 silicone guns? My step dad has 13 tape measures!😂
I have 22 retractable razor knives.....Somewhere.
But he doesn't use them as a rule?
😂😂😂 I wouldn’t be surprised if he has the same 😂🤦♀️
Hi guys Greco rivets they weren’t called that back in the fifties as we used them when I worked at Handly Pages making and repairing aircraft parts mainly the Victor V Bomber in Radlett Herts. Then at British Aerospace Hatfield. Finally Royals Royce engines
Kings Langley Herts. They weren’t called Greco rivets then and now I am so old I can’t remember what they were called🥴🥴. Thanks for bringing back the memories. Once again your both doing a great job and looking forward to next week Jon 🇦🇺WA
Wow sounds like you’ve worked on some amazing projects. We call them Cleco pins but I think the other name they go by is skin pins? Thanks so much 💙
An electric sealant gun? I'm gonna gets me wunna them. Even though I don't need one.
The coolest van build on UA-cam and what makes it even cooler is that you guys do 99% of the work yourselves. 😎🤘🏻💪🏻
😂😂😂 Thanks so much 💙💙 appreciate that we try to do everything we can, Jon would love a folder and a gullotine but they won’t fit in the shed 😂😂
My neighbour recommended a battery powered silicone gun and so I bought one and love it. He also has a sheet bender and guillotine so I’m set. Loving your build and working relationship, I’ve also built my own van. Cheers from Tasmania.
SIP plasma cutter is a game changer!
Cleco (clee-co) pins are great.. we buy them set and tested to specific spring rates when we assemble composite aircraft parts.. there's a torque pin variant too does up with a nut. They're good to have in the workshop too 😉
Cheers mate, got an Rtech welder, they are so good hey, I’ll have to Check out them pins, sound ideal 👌👍
I’m loving this build series, especially how you are completely repurposing a working vehicle but keeping it honest and respectful to its years of service. Keeping the shutters and creating the roof in a similar style to the original pods is genius
Thanks very much, we are so glad we are keeping the shutters hopefully will look cool 😊
Great vid Jess and John, Big red lookin good love that opening shutter door idea and can't wait to see that roof get fitted in, keep up the great work Jess and John 💙👌
Thanks very much, can’t wait to get it painted and fitted 💙
@@truebluetravellers your welcome 😃💙
Oooooo I couldn’t breathe when you started pulling the gullwing down…..and then phewww it fitted! 👏👏 If that was me, it wouldn’t have 🤦🏼♀️ Loving the digital angle doofer thingy, what a tool - was actually wondering how you were getting the angles so spot on! But one question…….if Jess kisses her guns 💪🏼 why don’t you kiss your tool Jon??? 🤔🤔😉😝
jon doesnt kiss his tools that we know of so jess doesnt get jealous.
Was a big relief 😂😂 it’s a nifty little thing isn’t it! 😂😂😂 we all know he would if he could
The electric caulking gun will legitimately change your life! Way more than the rivit gun!
Everyday I grow more jealous of the workshop
😂😂😂 I neeed to upgrade my sanding gear tho 😉
As always, awesome video.
So glad you enjoyed it! 💙💙 thanks
I kept seeing your channel in my feed and passed it up because I prejudged it as a couple jumping on the overland camping wagon with my dream vehicle and so out of jealousy I avoid watching until today. Wow, I’m happy I tuned in. With all the Yin and Yang about buying new tools and not buying new tools the work ethic perspectives along with always moving forward is turning this build into something epic. Great fabrication and Vlog documentation skills as well. Brilliant.
Thanks very much for watching mate, much appreciated 👍👍
I must say I am a recent viewer of your channel upon the content of big red lol and at first I found your characters very cringe but I have grown to love your quirkiness and fun vibes you throw off it brightens my day and I eagerly wait each weeks episodes well done 🎉
Imagine calling someone else cringe but having the username bigbadlen lol
Just say how you feel 😂😂😂😂
You are both so entertaining and makes great team. The only down side is I wish your videos were longer. Saturday mornings are dedicated to you both ❤❤
Imagine being that original they named themselves @tom8922 lol 😂
@@susangoodall5037 I agree
Cleco fasteners!! That's amazing! I learn so much from y'all WHILE I'M LAUGHING. You guys are the best. I'm in the USA and I love waking up at 4am to watch the antics.
😂😂 now that is some dedication and thanks for all the support 👌👍💙
S I K A F L E X!!!!!!!!!!!
😂😂😂😂🤦♀️ no idea why I call it that
You guys are amazing at the metal/ali fabrication stuff, I wouldn't even know where to start :D Coming along lovely!
Thanks very much mate, it’s been fun learning how to do it 👍
I've sat here for ages trying to think of a new tool for the workshop and everytime I think I have one there's a voice in my head saying "He's already got 6 of them."
@@felixstroud-allen6283 cordless glue gun? This is my latest purchase and I have no idea how I ever managed without it (oh yeah, I used the corded one with the 11mm sticks…)
😂😂😂😂😂 so that means I need number 7 😂👍
Another fantastic video. Luv your banter ect it is awesome, never change it suits our Aussie sense of humour , it’s like a breath of fresh air. We are in a world of being to serious 😢😢
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Thanks so much 💙 that’s so lovely 💙
You will absolutely not regret the electric caulking gun! My favourite tool in the garage and I've only used it twice! 😅
He’s very excited to try it out 😂💙
Another amazing video, you two are the perfect team! Jess I missed your guns this week, happy that you replaced it with creative problem solving thinking. Jon, you were all smiles and laughs in this episide, that can only mean that you are really enjoying the challenge of the build and we can see how much creativity you hav treated us to. Big Red is turning into an awesome off roader.
Oh yeah, i didnt get the guns out did i, will have to make up for this for next week 💙
Wow the build is coming on really well. Great to see the development grow each week. Electric sealant gun. That’s a novelty, once Jess has a go you’ll be a convert and never look back.😂
😂😂 she will love it no doubt, she secretly loves the tools I recon 😂👍
Fun, educational and entertaining all at the same time. Loved the interview on the VanLove x
Ah thanks very much 🥰
Great work guys! Big Red is looking schmick
Cheers guys, hope ur enjoying the little break 👍
I’ve got to say, I just came across your channel and you two are the very best!!! Al-u-min-ee-um! I love it! Greetings from Canada.
😂😂😂😂 cheers mate 👍