Full Restoration and Customisation of my 2012 Road Sweeper

We bought a 2012 DAF LF 55 220 4x2 Johnston Road Sweeper VT650 that was on it's last legs then repaired and restored it before refreshing the bodywork with a sandblast, a lick of black paint and full Ashville branded customisation.
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00:00 intro
00:28 Ashville’s New Johnston Road Sweeper
00:49 Identifying the issues
09:05 Ordering new parts
09:38 Fixing the bodywork, starter motor, back door, donkey engine and windscreen.
20:31 Sandblasting and spray painting
22:11 Customisation and livery
22:23 New Road Sweeper reveal
24:57 First drive and putting to work
27:54 Before vs After transformation hero shots
29:20 outro
#restoration | #roadsweeper | #ashville
:: ASHVILLE ::
waste management | aggregates | concrete | construction
IG @thisisashville
ashvilleaggregates.com
:: DANIEL LOUISY ::
IG @daniellouisy

[@HorusGodEmperor]

Don't ever lose Noel, that man is worth his weight in Gold!

[@noelvliegenthart7858]

Yeah true

[@davidwatson3979]

I was thinking the same. He is such a big asset in your company.

[@jasonwright131]

Hahah I thought the exact samething.

[@dean36beddoe1973]

He should have his own episode

[@sperrysstrongman9343]

For reallll!!

[@dan..........]

Daniel I am not sure you appreciate what your videos are doing for people, literally hundreds of thousands of people look forward to watching them, they inspire and entertain us, they allow us to unwind and put the day behind us, for hundreds of thousands people! That is an amazing amount of impact. Thank you Daniel.

[@nemanikobitijnr2420]

#Truedat

[@kierboy1296]

Well said my man. He’s an absolute inspiration 💪💪

[@wmginge]

#keepashvilleweekly

[@Dan-77]

I agree

[@daanishnaeem4674]

Noel is actually so good at what he does! Props to him

[@ibexdnb2879]

Noel is serious!

[@noelvliegenthart7858]

@@ibexdnb2879 exactly

[@rommelsaint8869]

He needs a indoor garage to keep dry

[@bentleymtafu23]

Indispensable.

[@harrytrueman4216]

Noel needs to be paid well

[@davidholland6763]

Sad news he’s stopping his weekly episodes but I wish him the best. Got to be the best channel on KZbin

[@Lhs1105]

When did he say that???

[@callumrayner5193]

@@Lhs1105 on the most recent ashville weekly

[@TheRealJoseDiaz]

I don’t care if he stops doing Ashville weekly if he posts videos like this or other kinds of videos lol

[@stoneyuk]

What can’t Noel do? You’d be lost without that man! Give him a pay rise!👑🤴

[@Aaron-188]

I bet he’s already on a big salary

[@georgeb7641]

Mate he’s already on 45k they can’t afford to pay him much more 😂😂

[@russjam121]

As a sweeper driver myself by profession you did a good job for a amateur Daniel. Also Noel has fixed up the beaten up truck that arrived at the yard into a very clean tidy vehicle and the paintwork and livery is the cherry on top.

[@ameenshaikh8172]

I'm still coming to terms with there might not be an Ashville weekly on Sunday 😕

[@Sg-bi5tw]

It’s good to see you are taking a step back. Running the business from a distance and being able to have some rest days. Good to see someone who has worked solid for the last 12 months on KZbin providing weekly videos to fans. You deserve the break. Look forward to Ashville Weekly returning.

[@georgeb7641]

It ain’t returning bro he’s getting a TV show like Yianni

[@Sg-bi5tw]

@@georgeb7641 it would be good to see. I hope it does work out. Sometimes they can go downhill, also depends what channel it is on. If it’s on a channel that isn’t a standard package for people, it may go down like a led balloon.

[@samosa434]

I’m cherishing theses last few ashville videos 😔

[@thio_2462]

There not stopping youtube they are just stopping ashville weekly I think

[@StewysGameplay]

@@thio_2462 ashville weekly is the main reason people are here. Look at their other videos, 80-100k views, ashville weekly 200-300k

[@thio_2462]

@@StewysGameplay yeah I agree I don't want it to stop but if it means there other videos are higher quality I'm in for it

[@KhalidAlawi]

Looks sexy

[@x321asp9]

Noel is one talented guy makes him even better in my Eyes he doesn’t want to be on camera makes him seem cooler 😜

[@GenaF]

You've actually revived something that looked like you'd hauled it out of the knackers yard. I dread to think how much this renovation cost but I know one thing; without having Noel on the payroll, it would not have been a financially viable project. Imagine what the labour costs would have been elsewhere. 🤯 I think it's great you've given this sweeper a new lease of life. I hope it serves you well for many years to come. I assume Noel is camera shy? I don't recall ever seeing him. He knows his stuff though, he's an asset to Ashville. Thankyou Daniel for the video. I wish you well on your endeavours.

[@harrywiddowson497]

I think if I’m honest an LED lightbar for the front might just give it a bit of a more up to date look as it’s looking Fresh

[@Kali0761]

Yeah I totally agree💪 thought the same

[@WOOTTboy123]

He’s back and he’s SERIOUS

[@Neklank]

Noel keeps the fleet running working in all weather, hope you pay him handsomely

[@muhammedtamjid5180]

Don’t stop ashville weekly it’s the only thing that’s keeps me entertained on Sunday 😢

[@IseyWasTaken]

there not

[@Jason-wv5mj]

@@IseyWasTaken he said that it will stop

[@adrianhalliwell3963]

Never seen Noel in a video so much but not actually appear ..... Noel is the International Man Of Mystery and is SERIOUSSSSSSSSSSSS about his work !!!!

[@55boyler]

Noel is the MVP

[@fiuffles1147]

Noel seems like a top notch lad, loved the sparks from welding shots too

[@Dan-77]

Daniel please don't stop your videos

[@nickbathie99]

Noels work rate is SERIOUS! Skilled guy!

[@arobinson1122]

Fantastic job and superb commentary. This is why at 56 years old i dont watch TV any more. Thanks Daniel 👍

[@jamiebhoy18888]

That front roof beacon detracts all the good work, get a nice fresh led one on there, reasponce vehicle lighting has some really nice ones, bright and cheap

[@imyahmed999]

I never thought I'd be getting stuck into a 30 odd minute video of a sweeper getting repaired but here we are! 🤷🏻‍♂️ I dont even drive! Let alone have even the slightest interest in trucks etc ..!🤣 Theres something really special about Daniels videos. Top quality content and a real shame they wont continue for much longer but we'll cherish them for now!

[@tifauk]

Your mechanic is a damn legend. Mechanics at our place barely do half as good a job as he's done on that sweeper.

[@DJProjectss]

“Fresh To Death”. Proof is in the pudding that you don’t have to spend 100k on a brand new wagon every time to have something fire 🔥 THIS MAN IS SERIOUSSSSS!!

[@JoelBDUK]

Love your channel mate. Always enjoy watching yours as well as Ashville

[@mark758573]

A dedicated video from start to finish for the sweeper is brilliant. Dedicated video's for projects is definitely the way forward. It's a complete story and so easy to watch and see the progress you made. Excellent, keep up the good work.

[@StatusFIX]

While watching this and then subsequently watching random videos on Your channel while I recover from a back injury (lifting a bloody half populated axle out of my car) and coming down from the morphine, tramadol and various other prescribed drugs , and basically relearning to walk again.. your an inspiring bloke, it got me back into my workshop listening to you on hands free, even though I can't stand up properly. no giving up no giving in.

[@Under_Construction100]

Big ups to Noel, man. He's doing the most. Much respect

[@Jonathan-mk1ju]

These types of videos are better than your weekly. 1, it does expose yourself in your business to HS and Operational trolls and 2, they have more targetting content. I really enjoyed your skip video. Keep up the hard work.

[@mrkunleashed5787]

Daniel please don’t stop the weekly videos, I’ve binge watch from the first video until today. You have grown in so many ways an now it’s just abruptly coming off. Don’t get me wrong for sure you need to take care of yourself so you are able to continue to grow the business. It’s just a shame that we can’t continue to see that journey of deserved success. You have enable a lot of young men and women to take that leap forward and upwards in their business an careers. You are a mentor an good example for the black men that have struggled to start. Let alone showing the strong women in industries that you would normally see them run away from. I will continue to wait an watch everything you upload regardless.

[@terrencestewart3977]

Brother this was well worth the wait. Noel is worth ten (10) times his weight in platinum. Keep that man and his team close to you. He will keep you in business along with your brains.

[@MrEmergency4]

Never owned or will own a road sweeper but I’m hooked on this 🤣

[@JustLazloOfficial]

It's incredible how much knowledge this guy has. I mean just look at his hands he's definitely not just sitting in the office but working himself.

[@garethmoss6710]

Noel is an Irish Magician great job everyone. love from Ireland

[@MrLadeside]

Been driving these machines for over 20 years..........if the general public only knew how high maintenance these machine really are........you look after them......they'll look after you !!!!!

[@ragotazz8681]

I honestly believe this is the best video you have done so far.

[@DaveG7920]

You're lucky to have a mechanic who is willing to do all that stuff outside.

[@tibiashiggs5043]

Man is a serious viewer love the vids and see your lads on the road and on site all the time

[@daveparry100]

This could well be Ashvilles BEST VIDEO so far

[@Mr-D-Rickman]

A Proper in-depth restoration video made so professionally gutted that the weekly will be understandably reduced but totally love all that is produced by all the Crew

[@jaybe3933]

Daniel please don’t stop doing videos they are amazing you give so much energy and work ethic you are a unsung hero mate I live up in the north west (Manchester) I am a class 1 driver but the company I work for don’t go as far as London so never get to see your fleet about. Any way stay safe stay humble. Hope to see you around some time. Please some for videos.

[@rjones197474]

Now this is content I enjoy, I love the mechanical and maintenance side of things, looks like you were not shook at the cost to get it back to tip top condition, well done.

[@F4stClips]

Noel could fix a leaky Nuclear Submarine with pliers and a chisel. Mans a beast 😂

[@karlbarry4151]

Feeling great now that I got my Ashville fix,great to see the stig working his magic on getting the sweeper Ashvilled,wishing Danial and all at Ashville a lifetime of success

[@weepz]

Noel is an asset for sure! Great job

[@ParitoshDeore]

All your videos are awesome and fun to watch, right from Ashville weekly to any other videos of yours. I really enjoy watching. Keep up the awesome work you do. Love your enthusiasm.

[@zulifiquar]

It's funny how you take something for granted. now seeing Ashville content is a special treat. been waiting for this video for a while.

[@realskillz40]

Big Noel a real hero. Integral part of the team

[@stumainwaring8808]

Nice one Daniel great to see your attention to detail. Keep the fleet growing.

[@t5jerry]

Noel's wearing the orange gloves I recommended, you actually listened to me Danny boy, I'm SHOOKED !

[@ragatwin]

Mad ..how a video about a road sweeper can be so inspiring ... love it!

[@trevorforde1073]

Fantastic video, not only are you a great boss but you have a great crew working for you , well done 👍

[@peterrichardson9355]

Great job by all your helpers Noel is talented mechanic technician great paint job proper preparation and the finish looked immaculate but Daniel without you showing by example and asking for excellence it shows you care elderly motors will last longer. Thanks for your videos

[@mustafathechosenone]

Really enjoyed this video and all the details and work you highlighted. Great job Ashville

[@pierreschreuder7328]

One of the coolest videos you’ve done so far. Just love it when a restoration comes together. Great job 👌🏼

[@jazsambi8442]

yo my guys , that b roll on noel welding his ting ting , my goodness the visuals and music was HYPE fam. Thank you ashville team for putting out the content thus far , i havnt missed anything . thanks danny for being the inspirational leader you are. #FreeTerry this is what im talking about , even a 30 min in debth video about 1 thing speaks volumes danny & co. watching these videos keeps me out of trouble for that much longer and in a sense saves my energy for more inspirational tings. big ups from canada ashville go with steel cables incase that was a critter that chewed through it danny , the water lines on the sweepa.

[@jonathanholmes6520]

Great to see I spent 9 months driving a hired one from go plant and I always had issues the back door servo tight tells the lock to engage

[@CRAIGYBOYSTRUCKFEST]

What a great lot off staff you have got so loyal to you and your company and the road sweeper looks really amazing great video again

[@Ruto_K]

Noel is a legend. Also, the new company's music is dope.

[@viralshah1983]

🔥 its great to breathe new life into an old solid machine ❤️ You are inspirational to anyone that we can achieve your dreams 👊🏽👍🏽

[@DICKTURPIN1976]

You have to give this man his due. He's meticulous in everything. Love the full makeover video in 1 video too.👏👏 Wagon is looking saweeeeet bruv!👌

[@Steveb7281]

Looks fantastic! Proper job no corners cut! No pun intended! Noel is brilliant!

[@xxmortonxx8904]

Winding down a wednesday the right way!! Thank you Ashville!!

[@OffTheTrowel]

This is one of my favourite videos so far, people like Noel are gold dust

[@annielane6018]

Great vlog. Hope you stay with us from time to time. Don't get too stressed. Looking forward to the next vlog. Thanks Danny and your great team. Remember.... we love following your progress through our difficult world. Keep up the great work. 😍 👌 👍👍👍👍

[@re33ce]

Absolutely Stunning 🖤 Amazing Difference, Noel Is One Clever Man, Your Attention To Detail Is exceptional, Well Done Ashville 👏 👏 ❤️ 🚚🚚

[@michaelpotts845]

Love this. My old man used to run sweepers when I was a kid. Great to see you bringing this back to life. It’d be great to see some videos of anything else you refurbish whenever you’re not buying new. Keep up the top content 👍

[@adamdeakin2055]

The editor on this is sick mate you got a good one there dan brother fair play

[@bigbalta76]

Props to your mechanic Noel!! I like how you guys paint the equipment to your colors I worked at a construction company before and they where big on adding there colors and touches. Better then just keeping a white boring looking fleet.

[@dsmooth5226]

What Noel can’t do ain’t worth knowing he must be the highest paid in the company single handed keeps every vehicle on the road what a man 💪🏻

[@BrandonSmith-vb5uc]

Loved this video! I’m an apprentice hgv technician so really enjoy watching stuff like thsi

[@camerondowning7523]

Great video, nothing like giving it a go and fixing it your self. Best sense of achievement.

[@bryonwebster9028]

Your attention to detail is Amazing !!! You do every little thing that needs to be done on the sweeper and all of your other vehicles. The way you describe everything makes it so much easier to understand what you are doing. Really enjoy watching your Blogs, Love the Gym & of course the Banter between you and Terry 😝😝. Good Luck with everything that you have got in the pipeline for the future and can’t wait for your next drop 👍👍👍

[@unicorn0killer]

Who would downvote a gem like this?!?!?!

[@Harrythepot]

Fair play to the Ashville team. It's looking good. One thing you need to change is that light bar on the roof, it should be an LED fresh to death

[@davecooper8465]

That was lucky the donkey engine oil came in ashville black love the job you have done on the road sweeper you and your team know how to look after your wagons

[@dndsmith1ify]

Lovely lovely job on the sweeper and the editing on this video is next level!

[@thechairmanspal86]

Been a sweeper driver for 12 years, they really are a cool bit of kit. Great job of restoring it to its former glory. 😉

[@willdodsworth1773]

Look amazing well done guys you all work so hard at what you do well done and keep it up

[@commentator232]

Incredible job from the video team! Spot on!

[@TheDarrenc1973]

Amazing what a bit of TLC can do.... always loving your work

[@obe6979]

So informative. If this is the replacement for the weeklies then we are seriously spoilt. Keep up the great work Daniel.

[@AJ-ds5gf]

this format of video is better than your weekly ones. I prefer the videos that showcase a "mission" or "problem" and how you completed/solved it e.g. seeing this sweeper get restored from scrap to fully working, including all the challenges.

[@benjaminlewis3903]

Never thought I'd hear Dan saying "beat it from the inside"

[@LuukwaHD]

Love the way it is explained, quick and detailed. Great video overall, love it!

[@JamieRogers95]

If the end of Ashville Weekly means content like this, I 1000% support you brother!! Much love

[@billywilliams8833]

That Sweeper looks Beautiful! Love it.

[@Rooferfrank]

I drove past my first Asheville tipper lorry today on the motorway gotta say it was a very exciting moment 😅😂

[@Bootneck-RMC]

Really well done Daniel, all the hours and money that you've spent on this little darling looks as if it was all worthwhile.👍👏🏻

[@millny123]

You must be congratulated on producing such quality shows.

[@bajancreole926]

Ahhhhhhh ...finally again some SERIOUS midweek vids ☝🏾👌🏾🙏🏾💯

[@sunray7352]

Really satisfying to watch. Keep up the good work

[@hayabusabg85]

Well done work! now looks fantastic and will be serving you well

[@craigdoig9486]

Great to see sweeper working

[@elliotwalwyn5036]

Daniel knows a good man when he sees him. Big up Noel, old school badman!! Respect!!!

[@joshuacookedits1225]

Love this, the video filming and editing was on point aswell, well done Ashville team!! 🔥🔥

[@TARWCreations]

This video is AWESOME!!! Please do more stuff like this!! especially if weekly isn't going to be a constant thing anymore!!

[@richardgalbraith6997]

Another great video Daniel and crew keep up the good work

[@kevinrobertfrasier1309]

Takes me back to my road sweeper days. Johnson's of Woking if i recall

[@lockodonis]

Would love to watch more vids like this.. refurbing machines/gear from the Asheville crew... 👍