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I don't hear many negatives in the above.
And it is definitely a four-dog sofa![Laughing :LOL: :LOL:](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
And it is definitely a four-dog sofa
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Very true about been bullet proof BUT that’s on the proviso of been used and serviced regularly. I know from 1st hand experience that they can be a pig to start and keep running and the only way to cure that is to strip down the engine re-grind the valves, replace the rings and thoroughly clean/replace the carburetor. I did that to my TEC29 (GX160 Honda engine) and it runs perfect now but before it would take ages to start and then just hunt for a few seconds then stall.Don't worry about the genny engine it's a bullet proof honda, I used to have 2 on my pro kart they were never a problem and the were run at full bore , clean the carb and it it will go
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Everything you need for living in, a bit of ground in Portugal or somewhere and you are made.I would certainly want a test drive. Up and down through the gearbox if that's ok it seems like the ideal for your family.
New mot and then you can fettle the rest as you go along.
Save you having to buy or rent bricks and mortar.
Of course you know all of that already best of luck with whatever decision you make.
It’s an Iveco 2.8The twin rear wheels suggest it’s on a Mercedes chassis. If it’s the OM611 engine, 2.7l 5 cylinder, it’s got a chain, so unlike the Fiat, there’s no cam belt to change. My old e-class estate was on the original chain when I sold it with 350,000 miles.
Never had a problem with my twin 160s re rung mine after 3 years and re set the noisy tappets just used to change the oil every yearVery true about been bullet proof BUT that’s on the proviso of been used and serviced regularly. I know from 1st hand experience that they can be a pig to start and keep running and the only way to cure that is to strip down the engine re-grind the valves, replace the rings and thoroughly clean/replace the carburetor. I did that to my TEC29 (GX160 Honda engine) and it runs perfect now but before it would take ages to start and then just hunt for a few seconds then stall.
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To be fair to him the vans a biggin so wont fit in many places or on many hoists. Shame the bus place doesnt do repairs etc if it fits in for mot.Sorry guys I'm not keeping you in suspenders deliberately. I've been bust this morning fitting a solar panel and controller on to Jackie's vw t6 as she had taken the one I put on it before off to put on her new bigger van. So just a cheap setup on the t6 to keep her battery topped up for now.
All done now and she kindly offered use of the washing machine so just been doing all my throws etc .
So, I actually slept really well last night, I'm actually very proud of myself how level headed I'm being with this van , normally I just dive in feet first.
So I phoned Gareth about 11.30 , told him I liked the van etc but that it needed a few things doing straight away before I could use it really and that when I buy it I've got to drive it way down to Cornwall straight off and I'd be concerned about Cambelt, brakes etc with it sitting around. So I said I'd want cambelt done on it and a fresh mot before I'd take it anywhere. If he could do them then I'd offer £27k for it.
I expected him to turn that down to be honest and had a second offer in mind but he said he couldn't use the guy he'd normally get to do a cambelt as the van wouldn't fit ...so he'd have to ring around to find somewhere to do it and he'd get back to me .
So I'm assuming he's accepting those terms and offer.
He text about 2pm saying he's having difficulty getting somewhere to do belt but still trying . But it's booked in at the local bus garage for an mot on Thursday.
He will get back to me regarding cambelt .
So I think that's it ...just a case of him finding somewhere in Wales to do cambelt lol
Even 5 or 6I don't hear many negatives in the above.
And it is definitely a four-dog sofa![]()
Plenty of commercial places dotted around doing HGV and VansTo be fair to him the vans a biggin so wont fit in many places or on many hoists. Shame the bus place doesnt do repairs etc if it fits in for mot.
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Yes he tried them for Cambelt but they must not be able to do it. I'm sure he'll find somewhere round Cardiff or somethingTo be fair to him the vans a biggin so wont fit in many places or on many hoists. Shame the bus place doesnt do repairs etc if it fits in for mot.
I can make your life really easy Tam, I swap my Ducati Streetfighter motorcycle in a very rare specification and immaculate condition for Mobey, fits straight into your huge new garage, no need to do anything to Moby at all, I will make it my new project lolSorry guys I'm not keeping you in suspenders deliberately. I've been bust this morning fitting a solar panel and controller on to Jackie's vw t6 as she had taken the one I put on it before off to put on her new bigger van. So just a cheap setup on the t6 to keep her battery topped up for now.
All done now and she kindly offered use of the washing machine so just been doing all my throws etc .
So, I actually slept really well last night, I'm actually very proud of myself how level headed I'm being with this van , normally I just dive in feet first.
So I phoned Gareth about 11.30 , told him I liked the van etc but that it needed a few things doing straight away before I could use it really and that when I buy it I've got to drive it way down to Cornwall straight off and I'd be concerned about Cambelt, brakes etc with it sitting around. So I said I'd want cambelt done on it and a fresh mot before I'd take it anywhere. If he could do them then I'd offer £27k for it.
I expected him to turn that down to be honest and had a second offer in mind but he said he couldn't use the guy he'd normally get to do a cambelt as the van wouldn't fit ...so he'd have to ring around to find somewhere to do it and he'd get back to me .
So I'm assuming he's accepting those terms and offer.
He text about 2pm saying he's having difficulty getting somewhere to do belt but still trying . But it's booked in at the local bus garage for an mot on Thursday.
He will get back to me regarding cambelt .
So I think that's it ...just a case of him finding somewhere in Wales to do cambelt lol
Well the offer is there when you need itI can make your life really easy Tam, I swap my Ducati Streetfighter motorcycle in a very rare specification and immaculate condition for Mobey, fits straight into your huge new garage, no need to do anything to Moby at all, I will make it my new project lol, no hassle for you at all
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Oh pleeese GodSo I think that's it ...just a case of him finding somewhere in Wales to do cambelt lol
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Yes he tried them for Cambelt but they must not be able to do it. I'm sure he'll find somewhere round Cardiff or something
Was there not a reference way back here on Fun about applying to NHS/ Fire Service/ambulance workshops to get timing belt and MOT service done? Or an I imaging that? Just a thought.Tam
You should get active on finding a place to do the work, just in case Merlin tries to use it as an excuse to slip out of the deal.
Geoff
Were you the Dutch 68 guy wanting to trade your Ducrapi for my Frankia a few years ago ?Well the offer is there when you need it![]()
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