I can’t stop laughing. Joking aside it’s totally true, everything you highlighted reminded me of what we had in our same design camper. Drove me insane , I was clapping when it went down the road with its new owner. I’m 5 ft 1 and my feet used to dangle off that seat. After banded heads , pinched fingers and twisted joints it had to go. 👍 for your video
@paulrollings65733 ай бұрын
Interesting video. However, nothing you’ve highlighted here would put me off buying one. We are looking at getting one next year.
@bobshunt92 ай бұрын
Hi If you buy a 170 1996-2002 1.9 diesel be aware of the gearbox problem, A 190 2002-2007 2ltr, gearbox is ok on this model, Do some research on youtube videos,,
@noreenmcnamara42197 ай бұрын
This is brilliant, i really needed a good laugh, you're a star mate👍🤣
@bobshunt97 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@LynetteShawMcKone8 ай бұрын
Wish I'd thought of that before i removed the seats and runners! Good job, guys😊
@LinMiles8 ай бұрын
Is this for sale now, if so how, much is it please
@wiltsrocket71478 ай бұрын
I have just watched this after 5 years of the original posting and I can honestly say I have never laughed as much since a watching many episodes of one foot in the grave, pure brilliance thank you for sharing loved it 👍
@bobshunt97 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@robertengland935211 ай бұрын
Hi what year are the the galaxy seats from please want to the same with my van cheers bob
@bobshunt911 ай бұрын
Don't know year, I just buy from eBay, The newest video on my channel is a renault trafic van I did last year, Again I got them from ebay
@LynetteShawMcKone11 ай бұрын
Dickie seat (just sayin') not Buddy seat ;-) Good video, thank you for sharing.
@niksgee3538 Жыл бұрын
Are you from bristol or Somerset?
@bobshunt911 ай бұрын
Yes Bristol born
@niksgee353811 ай бұрын
@@bobshunt9 I am too we recognise our own.
@lescordingley9719 Жыл бұрын
Is this still available?
@thatguy8005 Жыл бұрын
America doesn’t permit building these… but wants everyone in electric cars because of fuel shortages
@lionelwall811 Жыл бұрын
I have been thinking of buying one but you have given me lots of food for thought. You are right - where are the cupboards? And a loo door directly behind the cooker is silly. I hated that clunky side door too. Well done for making us laugh but pointing oit some real issues. If people think they can live with them that's fine, but it's useful to understand the compromises involved.
@bobshunt9 Жыл бұрын
Yes as you say if people can live with the van then that's fine , I know there are campers out there that love these vans, But mind your head,,,,,,,,
@fabiofaria4243 Жыл бұрын
Great ideas! Thanks for sharing them with us!
@colinlothlorian Жыл бұрын
The problem is caused by the plastic inserts swelling over time. Iremoved the whole hinge, one at a time, by drilling out the pop rivets with a 4mm drill. I opened out the bore of the plastic inserts with a 5mm drill and put it all back together with a drop of oil. The door now swings as freely as it should.
@jeffstonr9792 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I know this is 4 yes ago but what a good price you were selling it for, shame it's not now I would have been round to you asap.
@johnmitchell3257 Жыл бұрын
Hi there again Bob, How come you have sold your second vista? Was it not suitable for every day use? I am still looking for a four berth vista, but they are pretty rare, but I'm sure I'll get one soon. Regards, John.
@bobshunt9 Жыл бұрын
I have health problems with unstable angina, and being 76 doctor has advised me not to drive after I had a heath attack,, I hope you are able to find one ,, It's so much fun on an every day basis, Regards Bob
@johnmitchell3257 Жыл бұрын
@@bobshunt9 Thanks Bob, Sorry to hear about your health scare and I wish you a speedy recovery. Today I am taking delivery of a two berth 2002 Vista, I could be bothered to wait to find a four berth, so we will give this one a try this year and if it suits us I'll keep looking for a four berth one, funnily enough it's exactly the same as your one you just sold, down to the green seats, the only thing I would like to change is if I can fit a window in the door or better still get a stable door with a window that will fit. Kind regards, John.
@bobshunt9 Жыл бұрын
@@johnmitchell3257 Hi John I fitted a door window in both my vista's and the valentine, It's a caravan door window that fits from any older type caravan,,
@johnmitchell3257 Жыл бұрын
Hi there Bob, I'm thinking of buying a Vista 4 berth, can I ask why you went back to the Vista from the Valentine? I also want to use the Vista as an every day second vehicle and day van. Kind regards, John.
@bobshunt9 Жыл бұрын
The vista for me is an every day drive, I don't have a car, as you say use it as a day van, It's small enough to take anywhere, The valentine was a bit longer for parking and as I had already had a vista I saw one on eBay and got it,, It just seems to fit Jan and myself,,
@simongilbert9293 Жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, hope you well mate? All the best Simon 🤘🏻
@bobshunt9 Жыл бұрын
Hello Simon, Nice to hear from you, Yes all is good, cheers mate,,
@emit9462 Жыл бұрын
very nice thanks and have a grate new year
@bobshunt9 Жыл бұрын
Same to you
@MrFireandrescue2 жыл бұрын
Can you please tell me about those rotary seats pls? From what car they are and did you do any modifications and what? Thanks in advance
@williamrafferty57322 жыл бұрын
Very nice, well presented video.
@rogermadeley74132 жыл бұрын
You should have got a four berth , plenty of storage in those and chocks to level up. All the Symbol's I have seen pre 2000 are level anyway. I banged my head getting into the drivers seat as well but I only did it once! I nearly knocked myself out🤣
@georgeetherington92212 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob,, We are confused about all the different videos l am seeing so not sure if sold,,we are interested would love to own her,, please give us your email or mobile number so we can get in touch Many thanks , George 🙂 Jean x
@MoontownMoss2 жыл бұрын
UNLIVABLE ! lol
@78lisajane2 жыл бұрын
Just came across your video/ been looking for something like this for my camper hinges/ brilliant well dun sir fantastic
@bobshunt92 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@ВикторЛесунов-б9ч2 жыл бұрын
Прекрасное решение, Благодарю вас за иновацию.🙏👍
@garyvarty81542 жыл бұрын
I watched this video and in the end last September I decided to buy a 2002 timberland freedom 2 and in my opinion the timberland is of a better build quality and also very well thought out I have been meaning to thank you for a while I also enjoyed your videos at bala lake
@bobshunt92 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@ThEhObBiT19592 жыл бұрын
Well just brought one of these we both love it. To stop banging your head on the bedding cupboards hang a bell over it to remind you to duck. Why have loads of cupboards? You only need the bare essentials Travel light, enjoy the experience and fun.
@malcolmrowe50312 жыл бұрын
maybe they all slope just like every vehicle, did you put water in the tank to see if that levelled it off??? a slight slope wouldn't bother me at all, water in the sink, no issue!, fill the cabinets with food etc, extra weight might have lowered it at the back? i'm looking at one of these right now, wouldn't bother me at all, i had a Rapido 6m Motorhome before, that slopes forward, never bothered me at all just buy levelling ramps
@arthurkettle30102 жыл бұрын
Great set of vids. Very informative. Thanks
@vicosadamski2 жыл бұрын
Hello Bob keep finding my battery is flat. Had it garage-tested few weeks ago and it. Was at 54%. Vehicle runs well otherwise, with everything operational. Do I need to replace it or is there something draining it when stationery? Thanks
@robertcolema2 жыл бұрын
Yep l agree with all things he says,but being smaller type van its always a compromise, really had a good laugh thanks
@motorhomebettyboopstravels2 жыл бұрын
Nice little motorhome Bob
@motorhomebettyboopstravels2 жыл бұрын
Very funny Vlog. ☺
@motorhomebettyboopstravels2 жыл бұрын
Nice job, But do you bang your head Bob.🤣I'm thinking of downgrading from motorhome Inca to Auto sleeper or van build...👍
@saxmanzzz2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. I'm looking to get my first campervan but I shall an eye open for an Autocruise Vista now !
@bobshunt92 жыл бұрын
Yes the Vista is a very good van, and parking it is easy, fits in any parking place, and with a back door you can exit in the car park better than a side door next to other cars, I have a Pioneer Pizarro at the moment which is the same as a Vista ,,I Have tried other vans but have come back to what I like,,,,
@saxmanzzz2 жыл бұрын
I'd never have thought about the slope. And the lack of cupboards. Very helpful video - thanks
@sined7262 жыл бұрын
Drill a small hole in the hinge to fit the straw in.
@pdtech45243 жыл бұрын
Excellent job and a thorough 'how to' walk rhrough. Definitely looking at doing this myself. What are the benefits of registering it as a camper van, is it cheaper to insure/ tax etc or is it a legal requirement. Most of the other build videos don't mention this.
@bobshunt93 жыл бұрын
D V L A has changed the rules, you get the van changed to Van with windows now and not motorhome, Still best to do it though as Insurance is better than a van,,
@stevenrawlings46633 жыл бұрын
Voice over is out of sinc with the video Bob. Interesting video though! Can't find Part 1
@bobshunt93 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve this video has 4 parts all are on my channel,, was made with old camera,
@amletgreenthumb52413 жыл бұрын
How must is she?
@crazycrab85783 жыл бұрын
Hi, how high did you make the bed,
@alekoaktar88283 жыл бұрын
Hello, The way you made your Doblo a camper van is very clever and on top of that you take time to explain clearly what your are doing: thanks a lot...by the way, could you tell us if you built the pieces of furniture (cupboards,bed etc) by yourself or if you bought them ready made and if so on which store ? Thanks for answering and many years to come enjoying your nice camper van!
@bobshunt93 жыл бұрын
I made all from recycling what I had, only brought the seat/bed form a caravan salvage yard
@richH16253 жыл бұрын
I love how obedient the bench seat is. ,,,,, 12:51 "Stay there!" ,,,, and it stays! Brilliant. :) :) :) _________________ Great video. Nice to see the decision making going on, good to keep in the tricky awkward bits - and good descriptions and filming and speed without glossing over anything.
@paulaj28293 жыл бұрын
Hello Bob.. I've just been watching your videos on your Autocruise Valentine & really enjoyed them.. but we've just bought ourselves a Autocruise Starfire & just found that I too have Leg Steadies under the back end.. do you use them much & should I make sure the are greased & oiled up well as mine seem to be rather dry..
@bobshunt93 жыл бұрын
I keep mine dry as you don't need oil on your hands when your setting up, and use them as they do hold the van more steady when you are walking around in the van
@downdroneservices89103 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@MaryW19603 жыл бұрын
Hi I know this is old video, but was wondering if you ever recovered these seats. I’ve just bought some and want to reupholster them but am struggling to get the old covers off Thanks Mary
@bobshunt93 жыл бұрын
Sorry to say I can not help you as I never had the covers off,, Maybe some one reading this may be able to help,,
@angiericky13 жыл бұрын
Pmsl for the money its a bargain love the layout . What a van think you need somthing bigger.