Brilliant solution to the one drawback of the boot jump... not being able to drive in sleep mode. Unless I suddenly get rich and can afford a new Berlingo Xl, which does allow the extra space to leave driving seats in position, I will do this clever conversion. Thanks, great vidio... now let’s get this lockdown over, open the campsites and get to the coast! Cheers, take care, Simon. Oh and the window stores are my next Amdro purchase!
Just got my 1st berlingo 2011 xtr, managed get 2nd hand Amdro the same week. Not played with yet due to weather. Will be doing this mod, as if I'm with wife double is excellent, but if on own large golden retriever will be with me, like idea of doubling up cushions so he is not ruining things. Can I ask, did you find a need to strap the main sections together when both in sofa mode, or were they solid once cut ?. And now years on, anything you would done instead ? Thank you again, and off to check out your back log vids.
Firstly thank you for your comment, much appreciated… you’ve made a great choice in base vehicle and the boot jump is a great piece of kit, which I got many years enjoyment out of (I now have a T5 camper… CasperVanLife ). I did use a strap, yes, to hold the 2 sections together, but not necessary. The side window storage units are a great addition for additional storage. My only advice would be, don’t be afraid of modifying the boot jump to suit your needs, have a specific place for every item of kit and make sure you have what you need for nightime, before converting to sleep mode 👍
There’s no stopping your creativity in the bid for small camper van perfection 😊 Intend to do a UA-cam video ( my first video ) of my home made Berlingo camper this summer. Ordered one of your BerliGo t shirts the other day. Keep up the good work.
Night Wolf 🤣 I can’t help myself, I love it and it keeps my mind busy. Thank you for your support, much appreciated. If your on the Berlingo Campervan Facebook group you need to upload a photo wearing your T-shirt in front of your Berlingo 👍
Found the Facebook group, thanks. Berlingo is in van mode at moment, collecting firewood. Once back in camper van mode will take photo of ‘Bertie’ and t shirt 😊
I love the idea of being able to park up and hop straight into bed without faffing about folding seats etc. What did you use to cut the piano hinge so neatly? Thanks
It’s surprising what you can make fit if you put your mind to it, but just remember things need to be accessible as possible without having to move too much around… thank you for your comment 👍
Brilliant! I’ve been thinking about getting rid of my double and buying a single, but couldn’t justify the expense. Now, if I can just find the courage to make that saw cut...
You've solved the problem before I'd realised it was there. I'm only just learning boot jumps and hadn't realised I couldn't just jump in the front seat. Guess what I'm doing tomorrow. Huge thank you
Excellent mod. Handy as you can set up before you leave home and not have to faff about when you arrive somewhere. I had thought of the same thing for mine but didn't have the balls to cut it. Is it still stable in twin mode or would you need some kind of bracket to join the 2 pieces together?
Crazybear Kaiser I didn’t even bother with the Velcro straps, as it’s easy enough to open up/close... it’s seems stable enough to me and once cushions are in place, spreads the load... proof of the pudding and all that... watch this space. Thanks for your comment...
@@JesterBushcraft Thanks, I will watch this space. I would say that any stability issues should be easily sorted with Velcro straps. Must commend you on having the nerve to cut it in the first place. Thanks again, Ian.
What kind of saw did you use to cut it into 2 and with it being in two halves where the support legs are at the back of the seats what kind of strain is put on them. Did you use a sander to bevel all the edges and did you finish all the raw edges with linseed oil🤔🤔🤔🤔👍👍👍👍
Simon longman I used a good (sharp) hand saw, a sander and have yet to buy and apply the boiled linseed oil... with the cushions in situ, the strain applied is much as it was before. I would only be resting my shoulders and head in this section, so not a lot of weight. I wouldn’t put any unnecessary pressure on these sections (I.e applying my whole weight)...
Hello Jester Bushcraft . . . great videos, thank you. Have you ever done a video on how to convert the front seats (driver and passenger) of a Citroen Berlingo pre 2008 so that the backs fold far enough forward to allow the Amdro Boot Jump to lie flat when in bed mode? The problem with these early models is that the angle of of the backs, which are adjusted using a winder mechanism on the side of the seat, takes the back to an upright position, but no further forward (i.e. to a more acute angle). Any suggestions or photos greatly appreciated!
Jonquil Bennett Thank you for your comment. I’ve never needed to convert the front seats, so never done a video I’m afraid. Hopefully someone else on here may have...
@@stropskoj Amdro themselves sent me a paper on how to do it. It involves a hacksaw and a metal file, and it all worked very well. You could try emailing them.
Great job! I'm considering an amdro boot jump for myself and was wondering this very thing. I'm not too handy with saw. I wonder if the modifications could be made at source?
Good idea. Very useful if it’s raining or there’s loads of midges and you can climb into the drivers seat without going outside
Chris Waistle I think so yes, will be putting it to the test in next few days. Thank you for your comment 👍
Brilliant solution to the one drawback of the boot jump... not being able to drive in sleep mode.
Unless I suddenly get rich and can afford a new Berlingo Xl, which does allow the extra space to leave driving seats in position, I will do this clever conversion.
Thanks, great vidio... now let’s get this lockdown over, open the campsites and get to the coast!
Cheers, take care,
Simon.
Oh and the window stores are my next Amdro purchase!
Thanks Simon for your kind words. It's a great mod giving you so much more flexibility...
Just got my 1st berlingo 2011 xtr, managed get 2nd hand Amdro the same week. Not played with yet due to weather. Will be doing this mod, as if I'm with wife double is excellent, but if on own large golden retriever will be with me, like idea of doubling up cushions so he is not ruining things.
Can I ask, did you find a need to strap the main sections together when both in sofa mode, or were they solid once cut ?. And now years on, anything you would done instead ?
Thank you again, and off to check out your back log vids.
Firstly thank you for your comment, much appreciated… you’ve made a great choice in base vehicle and the boot jump is a great piece of kit, which I got many years enjoyment out of (I now have a T5 camper… CasperVanLife ). I did use a strap, yes, to hold the 2 sections together, but not necessary. The side window storage units are a great addition for additional storage. My only advice would be, don’t be afraid of modifying the boot jump to suit your needs, have a specific place for every item of kit and make sure you have what you need for nightime, before converting to sleep mode 👍
There’s no stopping your creativity in the bid for small camper van perfection 😊 Intend to do a UA-cam video ( my first video ) of my home made Berlingo camper this summer. Ordered one of your BerliGo t shirts the other day. Keep up the good work.
Night Wolf 🤣 I can’t help myself, I love it and it keeps my mind busy. Thank you for your support, much appreciated. If your on the Berlingo Campervan Facebook group you need to upload a photo wearing your T-shirt in front of your Berlingo 👍
JesterBushcraft I’ve just joined Facebook. Had a look but can’t get a result for that group.
Night Wolf try ‘Berlingo / Peugeot Partner Campers Only’ 👍
Found the Facebook group, thanks. Berlingo is in van mode at moment, collecting firewood. Once back in camper van mode will take photo of ‘Bertie’ and t shirt 😊
Night Wolf that’s the beauty of the removable camper 👍
I love the idea of being able to park up and hop straight into bed without faffing about folding seats etc. What did you use to cut the piano hinge so neatly? Thanks
Just a decent hacksaw mate 👍 I’m answering this question from my new UA-cam channel in case you were wondering why 😁👍
That was very helpful. Would it be possible to make room for my dog and a portable toilet. I only need the single bed. Thanks
It’s surprising what you can make fit if you put your mind to it, but just remember things need to be accessible as possible without having to move too much around… thank you for your comment 👍
Brilliant! I’ve been thinking about getting rid of my double and buying a single, but couldn’t justify the expense. Now, if I can just find the courage to make that saw cut...
Glad you found it of use, be brave, get the saw out... let us know how you get on...
Borrow a track saw off someone and make perfect cut in a minute. Surprised Buster Jessdaft used a handsaw!
You've solved the problem before I'd realised it was there.
I'm only just learning boot jumps and hadn't realised I couldn't just jump in the front seat.
Guess what I'm doing tomorrow.
Huge thank you
Glad it was of use, good luck in your new Boot Jump adventures...
Hi Mick Just found your youtube videos well done with the Berlingo mods got me thinking abut my T5 shuttle Steve
Seven Wilson Thanks, glad you’re enjoying the videos...👍
Can you use original boot jump as 2 singles by taking table out?
Excellent mod. Handy as you can set up before you leave home and not have to faff about when you arrive somewhere. I had thought of the same thing for mine but didn't have the balls to cut it. Is it still stable in twin mode or would you need some kind of bracket to join the 2 pieces together?
Crazybear Kaiser I didn’t even bother with the Velcro straps, as it’s easy enough to open up/close... it’s seems stable enough to me and once cushions are in place, spreads the load... proof of the pudding and all that... watch this space. Thanks for your comment...
@@JesterBushcraft Thanks, I will watch this space. I would say that any stability issues should be easily sorted with Velcro straps. Must commend you on having the nerve to cut it in the first place. Thanks again, Ian.
Brilliant idea works really well,...thanks for sharing
Ian of SJKartwork you’re very welcome...
What kind of saw did you use to cut it into 2 and with it being in two halves where the support legs are at the back of the seats what kind of strain is put on them.
Did you use a sander to bevel all the edges and did you finish all the raw edges with linseed oil🤔🤔🤔🤔👍👍👍👍
Simon longman I used a good (sharp) hand saw, a sander and have yet to buy and apply the boiled linseed oil... with the cushions in situ, the strain applied is much as it was before. I would only be resting my shoulders and head in this section, so not a lot of weight. I wouldn’t put any unnecessary pressure on these sections (I.e applying my whole weight)...
Looks cozy!!
ifell3 thank you...👍
Great idea
Billy Roberts Thank you for your comment...
Thanks for sharing🙂
Your full of great ideas. Whats your job, a development engineer ?
Ha ha, No, but thank you for your comment...
A berth is a bed, usually stacked like bunk beds, on a train or a ship
David P I stand (or sleep) corrected...👍
Hi like the mod and been thinking of doing this to mine but would like to see one being done before I attempt it.
Simon longman what in particular would you like “seeing done”...? I’ll try to help where I can 👍
Hello Jester Bushcraft . . . great videos, thank you. Have you ever done a video on how to convert the front seats (driver and passenger) of a Citroen Berlingo pre 2008 so that the backs fold far enough forward to allow the Amdro Boot Jump to lie flat when in bed mode? The problem with these early models is that the angle of of the backs, which are adjusted using a winder mechanism on the side of the seat, takes the back to an upright position, but no further forward (i.e. to a more acute angle). Any suggestions or photos greatly appreciated!
Jonquil Bennett Thank you for your comment. I’ve never needed to convert the front seats, so never done a video I’m afraid. Hopefully someone else on here may have...
@@JesterBushcraft I got my answer in the end, but thanks for replying.
Jonquil Bennett there’s always someone with the answer...👍
Jonquil Bennett where did you find the answer please thanks 😊
@@stropskoj Amdro themselves sent me a paper on how to do it. It involves a hacksaw and a metal file, and it all worked very well. You could try emailing them.
Great job! I'm considering an amdro boot jump for myself and was wondering this very thing. I'm not too handy with saw. I wonder if the modifications could be made at source?
Im sure they would accommodate this at Amdro, best to get in touch with them... Thank you for your comment...
Cool thank you very much I may have to have a look at doing mine because it will be excellent for my fishing trips🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣👍👍👍👍
Simon longman your welcome, any questions just ask...👍
I think it is berth not birth unless somebody is having a baby .
If you'd have sawn it the other way up you wouldn't of chipped the fascia just saying
merlin1star You’re quite right, lesson learnt. Thanks for the great feedback...