The resurrection of Doc, bringing a 20 year old neismann Bischoff Flair back to life after 12 years off road.

[Northernraider]

So as per the title I recently bought a new to me van that had been parked up in an open fronted barn for the last 12 years .

Being a quality built van it has faired not too bad overall but it's filthy , it's had mice and other critters using it for nests, they've obviously done some damage and some other items have rusted, siezed , or just stopped working due to not being used .

Those who followed my "moby goes to Turkey " thread will be aware of the issues mentioned to date. For those new to this thread I will list the faults that were found that we have already repaired etc.

But first a few photos of "Doc_Do_Little" Doc for short as he looked when I bought him .

 

[Shrimp]

Wow!
That title is a mouthful!

 

[RustyRuss]

Looks like its in really good nick for an oldie.

 

[Mousy]

Looking forward to seeing you make Doc your home Tam. It looks a smashing full timer van.

 

[Carol]

It may be quite a challenge you have Tam, but that's going to be a brilliant New Home for you and the pups, I am looking forward to following your progress, with a bit of help from your friends hands on and virtually.

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[Wonders]

I too am looking forward to the transformation. I don't post much on here but follow your expeditions and renovations with interest and admiration.
Your posts bring out the best of this site for me. Most notably the support friendship and knowledge of fellow members.
Best wishes and good luck. The support you have around you is palpable and immense.
Chris

 

[Rogerwyn]

I think you should have your own YouTube channel you’ll make some money as you go

 

[Freo]

Looking forward with interest to this progressing.
Best of luck with the renovations, Tam. Hope all goes as well as it possibly can.

 

[ALI G]

I know it's easy for me to say from afar but you and smiffy or sniffy will soon get it done

 

[Barriesimpson]

Open plan toilet? Not sure I like that idea to be honest.

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[Cookieboy68]

Open plan toilet? Not sure I like that idea to be honest.

There's a sliding door that cuts you off from the main hab area

 

[Barriesimpson]

There's a sliding door that cuts you off from the main hab area

But no individual door for the toilet.

 

[Gingernuts]

Open plan toilet? Not sure I like that idea to be honest.

Think it’s got a dividing door to shut off the shower and toilet from the main living area

 

[Cookieboy68]

But no individual door for the toilet.

I like that idea.Being a big fella ,I find it a bit of a squeeze getting in our cubicle
Horses for courses.

 

[Barriesimpson]

Think it’s got a dividing door to shut off the shower and toilet from the main living area

But no individual door for the toilet.

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[Barriesimpson]

I like that idea.Being a big fella ,I find it a bit of a squeeze getting in our cubicle
Horses for courses.

Yes of course.

 

[Li150]

Well if any one can, Tam and Smithy(and Lenny)can. Lookin forward to seeing the restoration.

 

[CaptainPaul]

Well at least it's a nice short title for the new thread Tam!
I'll be popping in now and again to see what your up to and good luck with it all big yin

 

[Bobandfay]

Look forward to reading about restoring the van back to its former glory it looks a cracking looking van will be even better when you have done what needs doing to it Tam.Just take your time and don’t panic,with what you have done to previous vans you can do it with the help of you friends on here

 

[Gaston aires]

That’s what you call build quality. Love it.
Phil

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[Just smiffy]

It’ll be a great van when it’s all sorted, just don’t go smashing a bottle of cheap plonk on to it on its maiden voyage….

 

[mackeellan]

Your threads look semi professional. I'm sure you could make money from them somehow. Your photographs always grab peoples interest and your narrative comes easy with you. Good luck pal

 

[Puddleduck]

Love the layout of the front part and the van looks in good condition all things considered. I would change the blue upholstery to a lighter colour although I do like blue. The woodwork is gorgeous, soo rich and warm.

Anything that has been nibbled can be put right and you are the man to do it!!

 

[Flairy]

I’ve lived with blue leather bar layout for over 20 years still love it

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[Scotch mist]

For my to do lists I use spread sheets
Easy to highlight in colours , alter , and add too

As for the generator the engine is most likely good
The Carb could be chocked with the ethanol in modern fuels
It blocks all the passages in the carb & can be very difficult to clear
As previously said a cheap Chinese carb should be ok
If the engine is gooshed I have a spare one here you can have (free)

So remember no more “ calimero “ moments

Only positive energies from now on

 

[Gina M]

I love the bed situation. He can have a cuddle with the dogs when he wants that but can shut them out when he is having a cuddle with a human

 

[Lenny HB]

Now with a decent set of photos of it considering it's been sat around for 12 years it's in amazing condition.

I'm just dreading having to sort out the electrics for him.

 

[Lenny HB]

I love the bed situation. He can have a cuddle with the dogs when he wants that but can shut them out when he is having a cuddle with a human

Tam doesn't do humans.

 

[paddymcc]

It's a lovely van Tam. May you have many happy years with it as your home.

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