Van Tour VW T4 Trident Autosleeper - T4 campervan - VW campervan - T4 camper - VW camper
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2024
- "In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." Abraham Lincoln
Welcome to Teresa's World... I'm a solo lady and I have had my camper for 12 years. Let me show you what a great little camper she is ... do watch the 'VAN TOUR'. She brings 'life' to my years! Yep I have to work too... but I strive to achieve a 'balance'. Hope you enjoy my little channel, chat soon - HIT SUBSCRIBE - I value your company and support.
Love Teresa xxx
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Hello, thank you so much for this video. Yesterday I purchased a 1993 vw transporter t4 autosleeper trooper. I have no idea how any of the stuff works but after watching your video I have so many ideas on how to store things. Your suggestion of tea and cups being in the cupboards above the bed I would never have thought of until I trapped them below the bed so thank you so much for saving me that hassle. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos x
Hi Amie, thank you for your lovely message and so glad you enjoyed this video. I'm looking forward to getting out and about in the camper again and uploading more TWorlds, which I hope you will equally enjoy. Happy travels in your Trooper! 🤗
@Teresa's World I was just wondering if you have any videos on your electric set up and the fridge on the gas. Either I'm not doing it right or mines broken 😂
Like you i like my Auto-Sleepers high top T4 for it's size....compact but not too small, can go down narrow country lanes also park in supermarket car parks - not so easy for a larger vehicle, also can park on my driveway at home & best of all is the all round vision thanks to it's many windows......no blind spots + the driving position is excellent. My favourite part of the 'van.....having the sliding door open and sitting on the step watching the sunset - magic! Then at night retire to bed.....bliss. The campervan is the best thing i've ever bought.
I feel exactly the same Geoff! No, she's not trendy, she's not 'showy', she's not flash, (like me!). She's not got huge wheels or fancy trims... but this camper is a humble camper that really works. For me personally, everything is in the right place and, as you say, she's the perfect size to take down narrow roads etc... and most of all she's reliable... she's an uncomplicated work horse. I trust her, she'll get me there... and back! And if not, she shouldn't break the bank to get her put right. My camping motto is 'keep it simple'... so many people look to complicate the camping experience with so much kit, until it's no longer camping. They may as well buy a caravan and be done with it! Happy Days Geoff! 🤗
Also should add it's perfect for all my hobbies/interests....music festivals/shows/National Trust/walking & cycling etc. Been all over the UK in the camper,even overseas.....IOW/Ireland + island hopping along the West Coast of Scotland using Calmac Ferries. Also use it all the year round visiting various Christmas Markets - last year did Lincoln/York/Sheffield....staying on a small CS in Lincoln for a week and using public transport. Will send a couple of photo's of the camper if i can find your email address. Geoff
Just bought my T4 Villa XL high top and love it! Enjoy watching your videos.
Hi Ian, so glad you're enjoying my little vids... hope you've found the Playlist where all the vids are in county or topic order... ie campervan vids all in one folder. I'm sure you will enjoy your new T4 Villa XL high top... bet you can't wait for Spring 24. Have to say I don't use mine during the winter months, it just gets dark by 4.30ish - which I hate. Planning to put mine away tomorrow, hoping it's going to be sunny so that I can clean it before the cover goes on. Well that's the plan! Happy travels Ian 🚐
Wonderful Teresa, I love your VW T4, you and your video!
Awwww thank you for your very kind comment... so glad you enjoyed the video. Happy New Year Sancho - best wishes 🤗
I love your energy and the points you cover, which many videos miss. Thanks!
Thanks for watching this vid and taking time to comment. I just try to keep things 'real' and 'practical'... as many people glamorise the campervan experience, its not for everyone - there is an element of 'roughing it' 🤗
Thank you so much for this. I bought one yesterday ... my first ever campervan! I am so excited and have sponged up all the detail in this video! Janice
Enjoy your camper Janice... I know you will! Great choice!! Thanks ever so much for checking out TWorld... much appreciated - hope you like other vids I've posted relating to the van and other topics 🤗
@@teresasworld3374 Yes, as a newbie campervan owner, some of my questions have already been answered via a couple of your videos...the gas bottle, the water tank...
Thank you!
Thanks for the tour. I have a 23yr old high top T4 ‘Villa’, similar but not quite the same, layout. I named him Douglas and absolutely love him.
Hi Eve... great to know you're enjoying life with a great camper in your life - and you've called him Douglas. It's really funny as to whether we feel our van is male or female... mines definitely female (really don't know why!) she has no name... she's just 'the van'. Happy Travels in Douglas and thanks for taking time to watch and comment - much appreciated. 🤗
You have an amazing amount of storage and room in your van. Great video and hope you got your fridge sorted.
Hey thanks for watching and being so complimentary about the van. Yes... in my personal opinion, she's one of the best designed small campers there is, but of course I'm going to say that! 😂 Yes, fridge all sorted - happy days! 🤗🚐
Great video Teresa. I love yours T4, greatings from 🇵🇱 Poland
Thanks ever so much for your kind comment... it's amazing to think that my van and I have reached Poland! Happy New Year to you and your family 🤗
Fancy you and your van
Not sure what to say to that! But thanks for watching and taking time to comment ! 😂🚐
Very insprational thank you. I have wanted a campervan all my life and still haven't managed it yet but am moving towards it by doing lots of research. I love the trident, its is the one I want to get.
Hi Geraldine... glad you liked the video and it gave you some insight, on the Trident. I love my van... and wouldn't swap it for any other in the same price bracket. It works for me, but we're all different... there's no right or wrong... it's simply what suits you and the way you tick. Good to do research, but my motto in life is "just do it' ... you can always sell it, if it's not for you. What I will say, is that running a car, a camper and a house as a solo woman is, at times, financially tough... those 3 things come first, before clothes or nice things for myself, eg I don't get my nails done professionally, I don't have lots of shoes and handbags lol.... but I'm very happy with life... and what it has to offer when you have a campervan. Suddenly, you can go away weekends... and it doesn't cost a fortune... but remember, you do have to maintain the van... at the moment Im saving to get a rusting wheel arch done! Approx £500 - I try to do something on it every year - to keep it uptogether. Good luck in finding the right camper for you. Happy travels 🤗
A great choice of camper - there's a lot to be said for basic!
Thank for watching and your kind comment... I love the simplicity of my van... I can't wait to get out in her again, but not sure when that will be yet 🤗
I really enjoyed this video- I love your van too.
Hi Karen, thanks for watching, taking time to comment and so glad you enjoyed it. It took far longer to record than I thought... hope I didn't witter too much!! She'll be back on the road soon... hope to take the winter cover off this weekend 🚐
Liked your tour, having my own camper I appreciate your enthusiasm. Finding rattles seems part of the experience, I’ve lined cupboards with thin rubber and this helps.
With lockdown, can't get enough campervan stories, taken a look at ‘life’s too short’ with the little red camper?
Every days a lovely, keep wittering on please
Thank you Alan for giving this video your time... truly appreciated... and for the recommendation.. will take a look. Roll on better days ... they seem a long way off right now
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Hi, this is a lovely video, you are a very jolly person and your delight in owning the Trident is super. I'm a 55 year old woman looking into buying either a Trident or Trooper so I have found this very helpful. I have had caravans for 18 years and have still got my baby 1986 Siverline Nova caravan and a Dandy folding camper. I really want to try campervanning though. As an extra hobby! I know there will be ongoing mechanical maintenance etc.Do you still have your van? Cheers, Fiona, Lake District.
Hi Fiona - thank you for watching the video and taking time to comment. The main difference you will find with a camper as opposed to a caravan, is that when you're parked up on site and want to sight-see, you need to put things away again, and unhook from the electric etc in order to drive off. I have it down to an art now, so it's not an issue for me, but for others, (with more kit than I have!)... it can be tiresome.
I believe the Trooper has a shower on board... and is a long wheel base vehicle (longer than the Trident). I meet so many people on sites, who don't use the shower on board, as there's usually nice showers on the site. It's also down to the issue of water... it's totally a personal decision, but I have to say, I don't miss not having a shower as I don't wild camp.
As a female on my own, I prefer to stay on camp sites, I simply feel safer. Do go to the home page of my channel and look on the Playlist... there are 'topic' folders and one that is 'camper' related videos. Hope you enjoy browsing.
It would be great if you hit Subscribe, it doesn't cost anything, but means you'll be notified when I upload content. I'd love to gain more female followers. Yes.. I still use my van, I love her so much. There's an element of 'roughing it' to the Trident, but I love that too. I love sliding that door and the outdoors comes in to greet me.
Whatever vehicle you buy, it will be right for you. It's such a personal thing. Be particularly careful with rust... mechanically the VW T4 is a work horse, but rust (as in most vehicles) is the cancer to watch out for. You can't go far wrong sticking with a VW - but then I'd say that !! 😂 I wish you well and lots of happy travels , Teresa 🚐🤗
Thank you Teresa! Excellent tour of you T4. we are currently looking for a camper, now that we are not so able to be hitching and unhitching our caravan (Auld age lol). The trident is one we have been considering and looks like a contender. Take care and safe travels. Best wishes from a wet and windy Scotland!
Hi there, glad you enjoyed this van tour... thanks so much for your kind comment and I hope you find the van that suits you. Merry Christmas and may 2022 bring you happy travels 🤗
Your accent is a pleasure to listen to. SUBSCRIBED
Hi Margaret ... thank you so much for watching this video, for taking time to comment, and for 'hitting subscribe' - it's truly appreciated. Hope you find my little channel relatable, interesting, and even inspiring and that my accent continues to make you smile... it gets broader after a pint or 2 !!
Best wishes, Teresa 🤗
That camper is lovely! nearly as lovely as you :) I just bought my first camper, identical to yours. Needs a little tlc in regards to the carpets and curtains, but that's a minor issue compared to some. Looking forward to adventures. Hope you are enjoying yourself still.
Hi there... happy travels in your new camper, I'm sure you will have some great times. Yes, I had to make new curtains for mine too, that was a challenge, as I'm no seamstress, but Im pleased with the result. All I can say is... 'Keep it Simple!' ... I see so many people over complicate the campervan/camping/outdoor experience. Thanks for checking out this video, if you look in my Playlist you'll see all the camper vids together in one folder... hopefully you'll find some other useful ones 🤗
@@teresasworld3374 awesome, I'll totally check your vids out :) take care
It actually looks very homely and cosy in your van Teresa! You've got everything you need in there apart from a shower!
True! But I have a sink, with running water so I can splash that every where!! 😂
Thanks for the lovely tour. My parents have had many Autosleepers & I have happy memories of the holidays spent in them as a child. My wife & I borrowed their high top T3 Trident for our honeymoon. They then had a T4 Trident and now a T5 Trident, so the inside of your lovely van looks very familiar!
Really looking forward to your South Devon video.
Hi there The0rs... thanks so much for viewing this vid and taking time to comment. Pleased it brought back memories 😊 I'll be uploading the first of my Devon vids this coming Friday evening. 🤗
Great set up thanks
Hi Christine... thanks for watching... yes (for me) my van is the perfect set up... she's not too big... and I keep it all very simple. I love being in my van, on a little adventure... even if its just going up the road! Thanks for giving TWorld your time, best wishes 🤗
Just bought the same van. We pick it up tomorrow, so excited!!
Love the video and channel btw 😊
Hey... Im excited for you... you will have your new van by now... frustrating days though, with Covid restrictions... roll on better times... and travels and adventures to look forward to... hope you can park it on your driveway and at least sit in it and make a cuppa tea!! Wish I could! I used to love doing that!! Mine has to be stored as I have no driveway nowadays... I find that terribly hard! Thanks for checking out my little channel... and taking time to comment - truly appreciated 🤗
Thank you so much... I try to upload as often as I can... but times are difficult right now... Covid etc... I really appreciate your kind comments. Keep well and stay safe - roll on light nights and more sunshine 🤗
Teresa's World yes, we have the new van now! We’ve Christened him Kurt. Given him a deep clean and got him booked in for one or two bits of maintenance. Just a bit worried that the floor is damp towards the back of the cabin seats. Have you ever had anything like that? Could be a leaky side door step? Other than that looking forward to lots of adventures!! And we’ve had a couple of driveway lunches already! ;)
Loved this Teresa, I’m amazed how many cupboards and storage space there is in your van,really informative again, looked chilly there! X
You can see that she may not be ideal for living in - full time. Though one day I hope to give it a try! No it wasn't chilly, just windy... I only recorded this video this week. I've just returned from an 8 day trip... so more vids to follow. Thanks ever so much for giving TWorld your time.. truly appreciated Deborah 🤗
Great video Teresa, keep them coming x
Thanks for watching Pam... hope all is well at Poppylands... Yes, I'll keep them coming... TWorld still proves to be a great hobby - gives me a focus and keeps me out of mischief! x😁x
Love Teresa's videos! Go on, Teresa!
Hi there Bosko Protic - thank you for being so kind and giving my little channel your time... have a great weekend. 🤗
Great video, thank you. :) I'm thinking of buying one for full-time living. After seeing your video I'm confident that it actually has more than enough storage for me. It'll be a huge upgrade from my car camper. :D
Wow... I have to say I'd probably struggle living in her full time, as I know to access certain cupboards there's a lot of moving 'this to there' etc... and some dislike making a bed up every night. I don't find it a problem on holiday... but if you're living in it... it may get tedious. But everyones different... so good luck on finding the right van for your needs, be it this one or another model - happy travels 🚐
Enjoyed this ❤ buying petrol version high top seems similar by leisure drive 1993 year , thanks again 😊
Glad you enjoyed this video... thanks for watching and taking time to comment 🤗
Very nice van Teressa just love it great tour ❤️x
Thanks Graham... she's basic, but well designed and built. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment, always appreciated 🤗
Teresa's World your more than welcome x
Lovely van, Teresa. Puts mine to shame! I agree about petrol engine, a much quieter and pleasant drive, my T4 is petrol, too. It's amazing how much space and storage you have. Looking forward to your next video. xx
Thanks Debbie... Your wonderful Van Rouge looks cool to me! 👍🏼x
Awesome video
Thanks for sharing , lots of love x x x
Thanks for watching Cristian, glad you enjoyed. I'm looking forward to getting her rolling again this summer 🚐
Love my petrol engined T4. 2.5 5 cylinder so drinks a bit but I did get power steering 👌
I have to say that it has to be a bonus to have power steering, yours must be a later model, after 1994 ? Thanks for watching and taking time to comment... much appreciated 🤗
Teresa's World it’s a ‘94 US spec Eurovan imported from Japan. Also got aircon, cruise and electric windows too *but* that also means the steering wheel is on the left hand side too...but this doesn’t bother me at all as we do a few Europe trips too. Really enjoy the videos, keep them coming 😀
This video was so helpful I’m looking at travelling and this van is so cool and think it ideal for what I’m looking for
Thanks for watching Aidan. It seems I've helped you make a decision on a particular model, interior layout etc. It's a very 'personal' thing as we all tick differently... some people want awnings and gadgets, others don't. As for me, my motto is 'KEEP THINGS SIMPLE' and this camper is perfect for doing just that. It's also a perfect size... not huge for narrow lanes etc. Good luck in your search for the right camper and happy travels 🤗
Looks like you’re camper was made for you, all cozy👍
Thanks for watching Nicola ... and yep, it's certainly cozy - it's my den! 🤗
Getting out first re van tomorrow:) you’ve inspired us to have a go on weekend trips :)
Hi Damian, apologies for delay in reply. Hoping you've been out and about in your van and are enjoying the experience. Just don't over complicate things - my motto is always "KEEP IT SIMPLE" ... Happy travels, best wishes, Teresa 🤗
I love this video.Me and my dad are getting a camper when we go camping,(obviously)and his was really helpful.Also love your accent.Thabks!
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. Glad you found the video helpful. Whatever camper you buy, I wish you both happy travels 🤗
@@teresasworld3374 Thankyou hope your channel continues to grow
I really like your camper, my last camper was a Vanagon and yours is much nicer! I could never stand upright in your camper though, I am a 6'4" viking. Lol.
Thanks boom shanka... for viewing and commenting. 6'4 tall... yep, I think you'll bump your head and your feet will hang over the end of that rock n roll bed! You'll need a bigger camper than mine! 🤗
I love my 1992 T4 Trident too. And yes mines Petrol. And yes I pump the tyres up too! LOL. Did not know about the little spirit level idea in door pocket. Will be doing that too now.
Thanks for watching Andy... have to say I don't bother using the spirit level (though its handy if I ever need to) fact is I'm not sharing the bed with someone whose going to roll my way - or me to them!! 😂
@@teresasworld3374 likewise! Lol.
My 1992 T4 AUTOSLEEPER TROOPER has no power steering, it is also a petrol engine.
Yes, it's because the petrol engine is lighter than the diesel, so VW in their wisdom thought the petrol vehicles didn't need power steering... have to say it would be nice at times tho, but I manage :)) 🤗
Hey, please can you do a video on how everything works, heating, sink and fridge
Thanks for this request. I'm away in the van soon, and will do a couple of vids about those items whilst on site. Check out the Playlist for other camper vids. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. 🤗
Hi Teresa, please could you show me step by step how the heating works in Ur van. I have the same one but can't figure it out. Many thanks.
Great video!! Love your van!
Hi Todd Couchman - thanks for watching the vid, for liking my van... and for taking the time to comment, much appreciated 🤗
I pick my 1994 van up sat, thank you for your video I'm sooo excited ....I am wondering my doris is automatic 2.5 petrol.... is yours ?
Hi there nicolesenior9492 - firstly, thanks for watching TWorld and taking time to message me. I'm glad you enjoyed the Van Tour video and that it inspired you to get one. It's lovely that you've named your van and I wish you happy travels and happy times in your Doris.
My van is not automatic, and is 2 litre petrol, with no power steering. I wonder if your automatic has power steering? It's one thing I'm considering having done, because evidently you can install 'power steering'. To be honest, I've managed for 12 years, so I'm not in a hurry, it's on the 'consider doing' list.
Firstly, I have a rusty wheel arch to get done in October this year. You'll always have something to do on your van, and I recommend you do a little 'bodywork' upkeep, every year...
So! Happy travels, I know the excitement you're feeling... I get that every time I take the cover off of my van, after she's been in storage during the Winter months. I can't wait to get her rolling again - happy days! 🚐
I'm soooo nervous and excited, my doris is a 2.5 petrol automatic with no powerstering. She needs a bit of work yes but I will do that as I'm going along. I love your videos xx
Well, that was interesting… I have to say… forgive me, your gorgeous lady…. Am at latitude this year, hopefully, I have one of these vans…
Hi raychester373 - thanks ever so much for watching the Van Tour vid and thanks for your very kind comments. Have you checked out the PlayList? I went to Latitude a couple of years ago, solo. It was a huge challenge for me, but I did it... wanted to see Tom Grennan! So glad I went, it was my very first ever 'festival'. Where are you based? It was a long ole drive from Wiltshire I have to say... but the ole girl made it... and Im referring to the van, not me!!! 😂🚐
@@teresasworld3374 hey, well thank you for your message.. I go to Latitude every year sole and Glastonbury too… Am doing something this year that ive never done before.. Am going to Tokyo on my own for two weeks.. I be celebrating my 60’s in Tokyo.. Yes, I check you out.. Again, thank you 😃✨✨
I’ve bought one today.. It a diesel version with power steering haha.. The guy who I’ve bought it off calls it Trevor the trooper.. Why? No idea.. happy day
Hi, great video 👍 I’m considering an Autosleeper Trident for travelling to France for cycling holidays. What mpg do you get on long journeys please, fuel is obviously a large part of the cost of the holiday these days.
Thanks 🙏
Hi Terry, I can truly say I've never calculated. All I know is that last September when fuel prices were really high it cost me about £280 in petrol and I did just over 1000 miles when I went to Scotland from Wiltshire. I use E5 petrol which is far more expensive than E10 - but as my camper is 30 years old, she just seems to run better on that.
I guess I look at it from a different perspective. If I stayed in a hotel I'd be paying approx £75+ per night, so a campsite is already saving me a substantial amount of money.
I do love the sound of a petrol engine, she runs so sweet, and I believe petrol is a cleaner fuel than diesel. But, it's totally a personal choice, no right or wrong. I would say that the main difference between petrol and diesel is that you'll benefit from power steering in a diesel. The petrol Trident does NOT have power steering.
Also, bear in mind that though you will enjoy cheaper holidays staying on campsites- you still have to maintain your van... servicing, MOT, things wear out, things need mending, bodywork needs keeping an eye on. I have to get wheel arches done this year... there's always something with an older vehicle. The on-going maintenance costs concerned me more than the fuel issue. Tridents are known for poor bodywork, they can rust if not looked after. I try to get something done every year.
Happy travels Terry, diesel or petrol - you'll have fun in France. I've not ventured that far yet! Not brave enough to do that solo!! Thanks for watching the video, hope you explored the PlayList and hit Subscribe, got some nice campsite reviews etc, but not in France yet!
@@teresasworld3374 Hi Teresa, thanks for your comprehensive and helpful reply. I’ve got a fair bit of experience using campsites both here and in Europe in a Hymer motor home and also with caravans. The Hymer was lovely (especially the drop down bed over the cab) but was just too big to use as a second car regularly so it was a lot of money sitting on the drive 90% of the time. I’ve just got fed up with towing the caravan and because of the length (car + van) it’s very expensive on the ferry or tunnel. If I took it very easy I’d get 25-26 mpg.
I’m sure you’re aware of how well setup Europe is for camper vans. The sites are cheaper and it’s great using the village aires, you should give it a go. My trip last year was to La Bourg d’ Oisans in the Alps to compete in La Marmotte Sportive. Unfortunately I’ve got 360 miles on this side of the Channel before I get to Europe which is why I was asking about mpg.
Thanks again for your reply.
Terry
Like your humour. Guess there is no toilet :(
There's a toilet... a portaloo... check out my playlist, 'Camper videos'. There's one called 'VW Camper Loo / Is there one? I show you all about it. In fact, I've now had to go hardcore and use it for more than a wee ! Thanks for taking time to comment and for watching TWorld... 🤗
Where do you keep your beer store??
You obviously weren't concentrating... as I do actually show you where I put the bottles of red and the Sam Miguel! 😂
Your the best X
Well... I'm gonna HAVE to love that comment!! 😂
Did you ever get the Frig fixed?
Yes I did! We have a local guy called the Caravan Doctor, he's brilliant. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to do a TWorld about it, but he took the whole lot out, replaced the burner, perished pipes and insulated the area etc... he did a great job. I'm so lucky he's near by. Thanks for asking 🤗
Where do you put your spare tyre?
Hi there... the spare tyre on the VW T4 Trident Auto sleeper is situated at the back, right underneath the vehicle ... thanks for watching and asking the question. 🚐
I have a diesel 2014 campervan and it’s not Ulez compliant. I hope you don’t live in a London borough. I expect even your petrol one is not compliant.
Hi Christian, I live in Wiltshire. When I have my van MOTd I have to supply a special document from VW that states that, when it was built it was never fitted with a catalytic converter... and therefore cannot be tested for emissions in the same way as a van that does have a cat converter. Yes, luckily I don't take it into cities etc but if I did, I'd be liable to congestions charges... such is life today. Happy and safe travels 🤗