Hi! I’ve read in the comments that your Bongo is the 2.0 petrol version. I just wanted to ask if you feel it’s a good volume for this car? Is there any situation when you feel it suffers from a lack of power, or is it just alright all-around if you don’t need to break acceleration records? I’ve been deciding between 2.0 and 2.5 liter petrol tin-top, and from what I’ve read the 2-liter 4-cylinder is less thirsty and one of Mazda’s very reliable, tried-and-tested engines. I was inclined to get that one, but was just wondering, whether the 2 extra cylinders and higher power (but also consumption) is maybe worth it?

Great video. Quick question about the solar. Did you have to drill holes in the roof for the cables and gubbins or did they squeeze through the rubber seals? Cheers

My Bongo is 220kms in now & with only one recorded cambelt change in it's lifetime, it needs doing but quotes I've had are around £700 often supplemented with a friendly " yea mate, it's not easy to change on a Bongo" Thanks (I think) for reminding me to get on with it.

Aaah good to have you back fella we've missed you, tshirt is sharp loving mine also. Qyuck questuon did you ever manage to find cap cover for redundant seat belt holes ? Bren

Deffo worth doing the cambelt. We learnt the hard way and ended up stranded and brought home on a flatbed. Forgot about it, and it snapped pretty much precisely at 5 years. Luckily we have 2.0 petrol which is non interference engine so no damage. Think diesel engines fair much worse.

Where can I get these brackets please

Just another little update from me, was away on my own on a little hike in Wales, this time I used bed as single layout and it was perfect and comfy, perfect just another option with this layout and so much space when I awoke in morning. So versatile and giving me many options, Ian you the man❤

Love the videos keep up the good work! I remember in one video you were going to look at finding a solution to help make the automatic blinds darker on the Bongo, did you get anywhere with it or have I missed a video somewhere? Would be great to find a solution to having a bit of a lay in bed on summer mornings when away in the Bongo 😴😴😴...

Enjoyed the video, as usual very useful. Not sure if you can help me, I've got a 1994 2Lt r Friendee. For a couple of months now the "low coolant" warning light and buzzer is on ,all the time. Coolant level is full, no leaks visable. Do you think I have a faulty sensor, do is need a new coolant container or an I missing something really obvious. Thanks

Cracking video. We're not able to live the Bongo dream just yet but will definitely get something like this when we do. Looks like there's loads of room and I like the inner tent, too.

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😂😂that save your bacon gag convinced me it was time to comment and say how much me and the missus are loving digging into your backlog of vids mate. New Bongo Buddys here and having a crash course before we pick up our second hand Friendee next week. Finding your content so useful - the forums are great but actually seeing the reality of some of the challenges you're facing and creative choices you're making are so reassuring that we havent invested in a future headache. And you're so bloody cheerful man its brill. So cheers!

Hi can you tell me where fabric and backing was purchased thanks lovely job

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How much do you charge for a conversion like this and where are you based?

Good review

Any ideas for an older person to get safely in and out of the roof space?

Hi, quick question, have you managed to blank off the AC pipes? If so how did you do it? Cheers

We was nearly knocking on ya van door with open bowls. It looked yummy. Ps You need seat belt hole Bungs. Cheers from old George and Jane.

Looks great and it packs away so small! Perfect for the van 🙂

Where did you get the set please?

Have you created an amazon type link, don't mind paying a little royalty as will buy because of your review..

I'm curious as to the bed setup in a rear conversation. We have a Bongo with a side conversion at the moment, it's very cosy! Perhaps a rear conversation like this one would give more bed space for 2 humans and a whippet...

Wearing my tshirt at the moment haha really like this set always looking for somthing that stores away easily

love that top loader fridge… my fridge is so difficult to get at on the floor

Nice job

Aah perfect Ian, great wee video, appreciate the time and meticulous dedication you've put into my wee van over last year or so. Ooh I had a weekend campout last weekend and it's just great 👍. I will leave you on peace for a while. Although a weekend campout might be fun some time. Bren 👍❤️😀

Top job - loving this set-up

Another top professional looking job Ian, well done. Mick.

Very tidy mate.. 👍 Did you fit the 2kw diesel heater ? I've been searching everywhere for a micro 1kw diesel heater but to no avail. Have you ever seen one smaller than 2kw ?

You canny do a bongo/cycling video without showing whats your riding !!!! Lol what ya riding buddy and if you are ever in north wales, hit me uo we will go ride Llandegla

I never knew somthing like that existed i 100% need to get that on my van because i dont daily my bongo so i worry it wont start one day

Great work 👏. Wouldn't mind this in my bongo!

Checked out the shop, some really nice designs there. I went for the simple one with Mazda Bongo text with the Japanese script. Looking forward to getting it.

Legend. Thankyou for posting this. Great video. Clear, well paced, perfect!

Aah looked like you were having a forest bath there. Love hearing all the noises. Great news about merchandise, will spread the word fella

Fab t shirts - is the one in the video sport grey or graphite? I want the one with the blue colour background

Hi matey. I need your help. When dark . With headlights on can you do a video so I can see your dashboard illumination. But also lights on in daytime. For example on a rainy day. I switched my lights on . But no indication on dashboard or instruments panel that they are on. So the only way I know they are on is to get out the vehicle and have a look. George

The store is amazing got a few things in a basket already can't wait to see more bongo related videos

Another great piece of workmanship Ian. Love watching your videos.

Hi There, Great Video..... I've been wrestling with trying to get brackets for a Fiamma F45S 2.6M Awning to fit my Bongo - with aftermarket pop top which sits in the gutter as yours does.. Their own brackets (which are bolt onto the gutter T3 / Bongo type) do not fit the bill as they easily block the path of the aftermarket top's path when it comes down to sit in the gutter. The Fiamma awning has a slot running all the way along its length at the top back, which needs to be used for any brackets to slot up into, so the thickness of any bracket would need to take into account the thickness of the slot.. my question is can/could you provide your brackets to fit the Fiamma F45S Awning, taking into account they need their top to fit into the slot ... Any information wod be greatly appreciated...

Hi, could you make this bed design for my bongo please? Is this something that you can do? Thank you

Hi, could you make this bed design for my bongo please? Is this something that you can do? Thank you

Hi, could you make this bed design for my bongo please? Is this something that you can do? Thank you

I notice you cut the frame, I have exactly the same setup and frame. However when you put that board in, did that not just remove the need to cut it as you didn’t have the battery sat inside the frame, just over the top? Thanks

Great video , we’ve been watching your KZbin content.The wife and I are just starting to think about getting a smallish campervan, any advice would be gratefully appreciated & received. Thanks again

Just a follow up about my recent new bed setup by Ian, managed to get my first trip away using new setup for a few nights. We absolutely loved it was so easy and quick, game changer for us and Tracy loves it also, perfect flat bed and fully stretched out. Thanks a million Ian your a star man. Ooh what next I wonder 😂. See yiu soon Ian

Help! My Bongo doesn’t want to start. It is the 6 cylinder. It was fine one night and resisting starting the following morn. It made a bit of a whining sound. When I finally got it started it immediately died. Does this sound familiar to anyone? Perhaps it is shameless of me to post this here but I don’t know where to turn. I may be the only person in Connecticut with a Bongo. I absolutely love the convertible bed and all of the other Vantastic Ideas. I just need to get my Little Friend going because he is my daily driver 🙏🏻

Greetings From the USA!!!!! Do you know where I could get a LHD Bongo or Bongo Friendee that can be exported to the USA?