Overlanding & Campers
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Hydronic heating system practical use feedback
I’m considering buying a MAN TGE-based campervan equipped with a hydronic heating system that also provides underfloor heating. Does anyone here have experience with this type of heating system in a campervan? I’m particularly interested in: Reliability: How well does it perform over time? Maintenance: What kind of servicing does it require, and how expensive is it to maintain? Potential issues: Are there any common problems, leaks, or costly repairs to watch out for?
Having custom mattresses made?
We're trying to find a van with a King bed, if possible. I know that several of them exist, I've got a list of them, but one thing that I've noticed about them is that several of the "king" options are couches that fold flat/convert to form the bed. We're old people. Sleeping on folded-out couches is torture. So I was wondering -- has anyone had their fold-out/convertible cushions remade with better bedding foam? If so, what was the experience like? submitted by /u/fn0000rd [link] [comments]
Advice/Opinions Needed
Hi Everyone, I am just sounding out my situation to get others opinions. I have a 2003 VW T5 with 188k miles on the clock. Good body condition (a little surface rust but nothing major). At the beginning of the year I had to get the front subframe replaced, brushes, suspension arms, brakes, pads replaced AND the gearbox reconditioned. I've now been told that the turbo could do with being replaced as it's going into limp mode when going up long hills (which there are lots nearby).
Beginner reccs
Hey all! I really would love to set a goal to save up for my own little camper-van. I’m a bit of a newbie and have never owned one before. I would like something simple, budget friendly but with enough room for me and my young daughter for weekend and holiday camping adventures. Don’t need anything fancy but a toilet would be great. Any recommendations?? TIA submitted by /u/Educational_Fan_8637 [link] [comments]
What’s the appeal of bus conversions?
It seems like it would so much easier to convert a box truck than a schoolie or transit bus, since those have so many irregular curves and no wood frame to screw things into. Most of their wall surface is windows, so isn’t it hard to make a livable space? I’m wondering why schoolie type conversions are so much more common than box trucks considering how much easier it would be to convert a box. submitted by /u/trisolariandroplet [link] [comments]
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