Let The Build BEGIN! Fire Truck to Expedition Camper

[@truebluetravellers]

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[@christopherroberts22]

Yeah Mr tool talk Tuesday ! You got that explanation pretty wrong didn't you !! The induction coil doesn't get hot and heat up the nut or bolt !!! That's literally the whole point ! The coil INDUCES electromagnetic energy into the bolt !! 😂😂😂 get it right fella or all your silly shenanigans won't land well will they ! 🎉

[@vincentsmith8328]

Hi you guys...been watching for a few months now...especially the scandi trip as Ive done a few of my own including a full bottom to top Norway trip last summer/fall. Maybe keep in touch as I have been travelling non stop for 25 years and in the past spent months/years travelling across Canada and 45 US states including a trip through Yukon and Alaska...might have some useful tips or suggestions to pass on possibly ifn you're interested! Gonna watch this build and its future trips with interest! Lived and travelled in Oz previously by the way!😊

[@truebluetravellers]

@@vincentsmith8328 thanks very much mate, sounds like u have lived life to the full 👌👍

[@truebluetravellers]

@@christopherroberts22 😂😂😂😂 rookie mistake hey, not reading the instructions 😂

[@vincentsmith8328]

@@truebluetravellers Been a wicked ride with too many adventures to recount, but gettin old now and happy to watch you young uns get out there and go at it!😊

[@TheKaptainKernow]

That's not a stretcher carrier, that's a collapsable outside kitchen!

[@johnshaw4140]

really good idea

[@Lee_Proffit]

Or Jon's bed, when he upsets Jess 🙂

[@brianmac001]

Great idea!

[@dubdaz1]

@@Lee_ProffitThats a brilliant idea , can you imagine Jon waking up on it,to find lead foot Jess is driving it down a motorway 😂

[@Lee_Proffit]

@@dubdaz1 LOL

[@bumblingaroundinbumble3489]

Oh dear, I may have made a huge mistake. I introduced my husband to your channel and he is now obsessed and muttering about converting a fire engine to go with the ambulance 😂

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 just need a police van then and you’d have the full house 👌👍😂

[@alanhat5252]

​@@truebluetravellersLDV Convoy with the V8!

[@BEAM0781]

Repairing a 20 year old T5 van myself I realised that after all those years even if the 2.5 TDI engine works all-right on a long trip because of the heat and the mechanical stress the seals and some mechanical components give up . I recommend you change some seals on your engine ( water pump , tandem pump for example) , check the turbo for any play it might have (I’ve changed mine as it was leaking) and for the 2.4TDI the alternator rubber pulley and pulley wheel needs changing every 90k (mine gave away as soon as I put a DC- DC charger in ..). Then off course , oil and filters change .. Good luck with your conversion, I’ll be watching with a lot of interest!

[@truebluetravellers]

Cheers mate, so it had a new/second hand engine go in before we bought it, so had had belts cam belt service etc and a good check over so fingers crossed should be good for a while 👍

[@petrolthreads_]

Hey Jon, the heat from the induction heater isn't from heating the coil, it's from induction, like an induction hob, if you put that coil over your finger and power it, you'll notice it doesn't heat your finger or the coil. That's why they don't work on copper or aluminium. Also, best not to let it touch the nut/bolt/bar you're heating if you can help it. Great tools though! 💪

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks for the info mate, I should of read the instructions really 🤦‍♂️😂😂

[@Creative_Sparks]

Can’t believe Jon didn’t appear when you were talking swollen shafts and rivets. Also peanut butter, Celery and raisins?! We are excited for this build guys! 👏🏻 🎉 🚒

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 she’s a weird one 🤷‍♂️

[@LiamBushrod]

I'm glad someone came here to say this 🤣

[@BeamerTheFox]

pb celery an raisins = ants on a log lol

[@truebluetravellers]

@@BeamerTheFox 😂😂

[@danhadfield6275]

33 years ago they built things stronger 50 years ago things we're rock solid like me lol you guys are my hero's love your work from renovation to beautiful vlogs and photos its all good ❤

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂 thanks mate, we were just saying the same thing today, built to last 👌👌💙

[@alanhat5252]

Steyr, Daimler & Puch (the manufacturer) were among the earliest vehicle makers, lorries, cars & motorcycles respectively as I recall.

[@jakejohnson_]

That stretcher bracket would make really cool outdoor seating

[@truebluetravellers]

Great idea that 👌👌

[@GlenysMulvany]

I feel a personally involved with this project as I saw it in the original state. Will be following the makeover with keen interest. Thanks for allowing your Aussie visitors to view your other wonderful projects and to share in the initial excitement if this one. Looking forward to your weekly reports on this gorgeous old firetruck. And many, many thanks for your hospitality last week. We even loved the rain !!

[@truebluetravellers]

Hi Glenys, it was so lovely having you 💙 so glad you got home ok and hope you enjoyed the party this weekend! Thanks so much, we can’t wait to see how it turns out 💙💙💙

[@ianmoir5423]

This looks to be a great build guys. Onwards and upwards. I cant believe the amount of room in her once all the equipment is removed.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate, yeah it’s a decent size now hey 😊

[@WagnerGimenes]

Man! I wish I had your skills. Great job clearing all those years of grime and getting her to the bare metal. Loving this. Thanks guys.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate. Suprisingly clean hey 💪👍

[@AndrewCollins-fs7oz]

This really is going to be a belting build. I am really interested how you will design and build the pop up roof. Exciting adventures to come Jess and Jon.❤💙

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate, that’s the biggest head scratcher for sure 🤷‍♀️💙

[@farmlad1883]

I thought that the simple solution would be to buy a defender pop top tent, then try and retrofit that....(unless in missing something!!)

[@truebluetravellers]

@@farmlad1883 so we want it to be like an alucab where you can stand up inside too

[@alanhat5252]

​@@truebluetravellersget a whole spare roof & bracket it on top through some hinges? Cut out most of the original roof & join the gaps with canvas.

[@alanhat5252]

​@@truebluetravellersCA Dormobile roof?

[@peidog]

I remeber a few of the stick on tax disc holders that always used to fall off the windscreen due to the stack of old discs in there.A great start to the build 👍

[@IncurablyCreative]

Can’t believe that people will buy them on eBay! What on earth do they do with them??

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 yep I remember them

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 who knows hey 🤷‍♂️

[@isobelchapman9548]

Wow and wow…what a huge amount of space you now have to play with. Can’t wait.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks Isobel 😊 yeah we can’t believe how big it is now 😊

[@merlinjones2660]

As for the wooden side protectors one had has a 25 foot sailing boat we call them rubbing strippes made of wood mine where us = one used solid black plastic decking plank one 12 foot plank did the whole boat one cut it down into 3 stripes = never have to touch them again but put sealant behind it to stop water ingress best of look just ideas to help is all

[@truebluetravellers]

Love this idea, will definitely look into this 👍

[@michaelaley10]

I am quite new as a subscriber and veiwer But the antics and energy you both put into builds and life is inspiring watched the spainish holiday brilliant. Great New vehicle best of luck with it its the perfect vehicle for your personalities as a couple hooked on your vibe.

[@truebluetravellers]

Ah thanks very much mate that’s much appreciated 👌👍💪

[@mindyedwards2699]

Go back and watch the Aussie one too, hilarious 😊

[@cyron2001]

I do believe I would return those top side containers after putting side doors and dividers on them and use them for storage when traveling.

[@truebluetravellers]

We would but the pop top roof will be going there so unfortunately can’t 😊

[@matthewesler8379]

Keep the rollers doors put the window behind the roller door when on the road as protection

[@truebluetravellers]

Hopefully got an idea so we can keep them 👍

[@jirx7]

I bought a classic motorbike last year that has all the tax discs (and all the paperwork) since it was new in 1984

[@truebluetravellers]

No way, that’s so cool, I strangely love things like this now

[@Simon_W74]

Well that did not disappoint! Triple T, the Generals new section and doing something that your average Van converter hasn't done before. This is a totally blank canvas and it is going to be an amazing build for us to enjoy as the Old Gal evolves from Fire Engine to Mini Overlander. You'll defiantly be able to take her to places that larger Overlanders will not easily get to, as you found with the Landy. Only problem is We all have to wait till next Saturday for our next installment. Bugger! Did you weight the old Gal before the strip as it will be interesting to see what she weights stripped and then once the conversion is complete.

[@truebluetravellers]

Cheers mate, no I didn’t unfortunately but hoping to get it weighed before we do the interior build 👌👍

[@Simon_W74]

@@truebluetravellers I would imagine that you'll have plenty of payload weight to play with.

[@alanhat5252]

​@@Simon_W74that twin-axle rear bogie should hold 2, maybe 3 tons up!

[@Simon_W74]

@@alanhat5252I think they are rated to 6 ton total weight. I don’t know if that is the same for the Fire Engines though with them having to carry water if they are rated higher or not. I know most twin axle Motorhomes are rated to 5ton.

[@winnielim7096]

Everytime i see videos of your build, I am really super impressed with Jess. She is so small sized but she can do so much. Great job Jess. You are my idol!

[@truebluetravellers]

Naw thanks so much 😘 that’s really lovely of you to say. I really enjoy it 💙

[@neilmitchell4581]

Wouldn’t be a Saturday morning without a coffee and the TBT banter during an entertaining video. Superb initial build or should I say strip video…and our eyes are all still intact! 😂

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 I can’t promise the same for next week tho 😂👍

[@1961nuffield]

Induction heaters work with induced current, so the outer coil isn't heating anything it induces heat into what's in the centre. Nice project, it should be fun. Can you get spares easy enough?

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks for that, helpfull to know, I should I read the instructions 😂😂🤦‍♂️ cheers mate, the parts aren’t the easiest to get no, there’s only a few people that do them really

[@cmwilfred]

It’s 10am (Dubai Time) on a Saturday….. 🎉 It’s time for my favourite KZbin couple

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate 💪💪👍👍

[@johnnyzander1466]

Looking forward to following this build. Instead of the wooden strip on the outside, I recommend the thick rubber strips that are on recreational boats. Definitely does not rot. 👍

[@truebluetravellers]

Great idea, looking at a few different ideas like this 👌👍

[@badfly1]

Damn, was hoping to be first on the comments this week and came in a lowly 4th😂, better go watch the show. Btw you guys are awesome.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 thanks mate 👍

[@SuckItYouTube19]

That bolt heater is a good bit of kit to heat up a spot of tea.😂😂😂😂

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂 don’t tell her that

[@SuckItYouTube19]

@@truebluetravellers 🎤📢📢📢📢📢📢🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bjnicolle]

had a large impact in one of these removing the front right wheel going to a job at a fair pace. hardly felt it, a colleague laid it on it's side doing off road training. i have to say, long distance in this will be testing, fuel consumption will require larger fuel tanks to get a good distance if going remote especially if going to use diesel heaters. awesome you took it on, unique project, if jon is tall you may want to look at creating more space for headroom if he's driving it a lot

[@truebluetravellers]

Cheers mate, yeah we are gonna take some jerries too as the mpg is no doubt gonna be horendous, suprisingly It’s pretty good for head room, same as defender really 👍👍👍

[@bjnicolle]

@@truebluetravellers impact at 55mphish, with all the fire stuff in it at 5'8" i was a good fit. hope you have lots of fun in her and look forward to the videos. a few island fire services and coastal services used these as mini water tenders due to the 6'6" restriction in road widths in a few areas. good luck with the build

[@JudgeGeneHunt]

The South West of the USA would be a great place to take that. Imagine driving it from San Francisco to Yosemite and then via the General Sherman tree to Keeler California and up the yellow grade road to Cero Gordo. You could cross death valley towards Vegas and then go to Page for the Horseshoe bend and Antelope Canyon, take it to Flagstaff for Wupatki and the painted desert and then across Arizona to Tombstone. And then towards LA past the aircraft grave yards and the Saguaro National park near Tucson then on via places like Lake Havasu, Sedona, twin arrows, two guns, Kingman, Seligman (as featured in Cars), Oatman (for the Burros). There's so many awesome places in that area to see and the desserts you'd cross would make an awesome 'Cursed Earth's backdrop for the truck. Maybe you could meet up with the likes of Wobderhussy, Pin in the Atlas and Justin Scarred which would boost your visibility on You Tube too... Such could be an awesome adventure

[@truebluetravellers]

We would absolutely love to take this to the states but we will be doing the arctic in winter when we go so we want to take the Sainsburys van for that really, apart from that the pins would be brilliant like u say for the rest of it

[@JudgeGeneHunt]

I'd do that run in September or June

[@Epic_DaVinci]

When i first saw the drivetrain on this vehicle, i was imagining you were going to be taking it into offroad mountainous terrain, such as the Alps or even the Himalayas. I've also been pondering how the differential on the "Middle " set of wheels work, as it needs to send power out 3 ways, after much deliberating, I have come to the reasoned and scientific conclusion that it works due to magic, hopes and dreams. I look forward to following along with this build. Great work as always.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 I’ll have to see if I can get a diagram of it to show everyone as like you say it is magic and definitely have to find some mountain trails for it 👍👍

[@CaptainKevHaurakiGulf]

@@truebluetravellers Two manuals parts is one 2nd is service big green folders

[@davidpaxton4879]

Can’t wait to see how it turns out. You have one of the best, possibly even the best, channels on KZbin. 👍👍👍

[@truebluetravellers]

Ah thanks very much that’s so nice of you to say 🥰

[@DJ-SPARKY-REACH-ON-AIR]

Fabulous video just gonna point out the front stretcher why don't he convert it to a nice barbecue or somewhere to cook and preparation absolutely fantastic idea that because that Folds flat. Is this putting shower port out side and power outside so you can have a shower and make a curtain on the back because this vehicle is multi-purp and I think it's going to be a fabulous build

[@truebluetravellers]

That’s a great idea,we are gonna keep it for it bench seat but the bbq table 👌👌👌👍 genius

[@markburton8303]

Brilliant guys, and what a new project - serious envy now! And good job the general is on good form with that tank.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 that wimp had no chance without me and my 💪💪 🔫 😂

[@markburton8303]

@@truebluetravellers 🤣😂

[@LRD90]

Really excited to see what innovations you put into this build, another brilliant video, cheers. I’m always up early to watch your videos, I opened up KZbin but couldn’t see this week’s video, WHAAT so disappointed. Then I realised it was Friday. Dooooooow 😀😀😀.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 I always think that’s a sign that life’s good, when u forget what day it is 👌👌

[@davidjones4456]

Well done. I wouldn’t know where to start but you guys make it look so effortless and easy. Look forward to seeing it complete.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate 👍👍 the strip outs the easy fun bit hey, this is where the hard work starts I recon

[@ailo4x4]

I've converted a couple militlary ambulances as overland vehicles and I have always loved the strip out process. Very satisfying!!

[@truebluetravellers]

Yeah it’s great hey, very rewarding 👍

[@LCM4x4]

Might be worth replacing the rubbing strips with HDPE so you dont have any issues with splitting or rotting again! ❤

[@truebluetravellers]

I’m thinking the same, might look into prices 👌👍

[@WanderbusAdventures]

Oooh the space inside is lot more than I first thought. What a lot of progress. Enjoy your scrap run. Hammock on the front bumper 😜

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 genius, although we know Jon will be naked 🤦‍♀️

[@Angel-002]

​@@truebluetravellersWhat's a bit of nakedness between friends 🤷‍♀️😂

[@truebluetravellers]

@@Angel-002 😂😂😂

[@Overlandtravelling]

Epic. Now, that will be fun to drive. Great episode, both. Darn, I want that induction heater now. 😂

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 you will have to find out one day mate, 👌

[@MrTerryb1956]

Am already hooked on this project, knowing you both have a eye for detail this could be better than the Landy

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate, hoping to go bigger and better with this one 👌👍😊

[@silviuflorescu6838]

One of the most satisfying job: stripping out an old car. Makes you feel lighter, too 😀 I wonder how much it weights now, undressed.. I would surely build a pop-up roof. I am doing mine with foldable rigid walls, but it's easier for me since I build it on a rectangular half box with sandwich panels, like your Sprinter's. If you need inspiration, you could search for "hiatus campers", it has an easy lift style, without actuators, just gas-lifts. Good luck with your build! I'm very keen to see how she turns out.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂 Jess said the same thing 😂, yeah hoping to get it weighed soon before we do the build out, Ah thanks for the tip I’ll check it out 👍👍

[@SecrePeach]

Wow, all those wires 😳 I wouldn’t know where to start!!! I salute you both, your knowledge and positive outlook is amazing. Jess, bless you with the back to basics session 👏🏼🫶🏼🙏🏻 I’ve been getting stuck in but there are so many methods of doing tasks I’m getting bogged down with details (yes I was the child that repeated ‘but why?’ after every explanation and then I loose confidence! I’d love you to touch on electrics (not the usual stuff) more like why use bus bars, doesn’t a blade fuse box do the same thing? should you wire a smaller fridge directly into the system or use the cigarette charger provided? When to use separate fuses?

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much Karen, I’m a bit of a novice to electrics too so I’ve said to Jon I want to do more on this build so I’ll hopefully do some bits on it then 😊

[@johndelaney5889]

The wooden sliders that you have taken off, why not replace them with "L" track, aircraft tie down system? Then, you could utilise the track for bolting a table to the outside wherever you want along the track.

[@truebluetravellers]

🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 loving this idea

[@startnowadventures]

I don’t know how much space y’all need, but to me the side roll up doors need to come out and be replaced by a manual slide out. This would be a perfect way to have a bed in the rear and still not take up much space at all! I think it would be brilliant. As a plus the rear roll up door will give you a great fresh air supply and view over wherever you are. Good luck on the build!

[@truebluetravellers]

This is a really cool idea! We are going to do a pop top roof conversion like the alucab we have on the landrover which means we can stand up inside and gives us a full size bed without taking away from any of the space inside. Your right the rollers do take up loads of space so current plan is that we will keep them for the look of the outside to keep it as original looking as possible but they won’t roll up, as much as I’d love to have the do they aren’t water tight so not practical to have functioning really 💙

[@sarahb2652]

Loving the B.T.B Jess, I am a very new DIY'er and your explanation of the rivets was awesome, definitely would like B.T.B every week too. Thanks for sharing this awesome conversion, exciting....😀🥳

[@truebluetravellers]

So glad it was helpful 💙 thanks Sarah ☺️

[@jakeaird4786]

I've watched most of your videos, but am particularly looking forward to this build,for 2 reasons. One I am an ex fireman and two a serial camper builder 😊 currently restoring an original 1971 landrover dormobile in joburg

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks so much mate, hope we can do her justice! Yours sounds like a beauty!!

[@farmlad1883]

Could you use the aluminium boxes that you took off the roof, slim them down slightly, put them on the side like the storage boxes on the new defender and use them as extra storage (i was thinking water tank, but i think that will make it tip much more easier?!)

[@truebluetravellers]

Brilliant idea as they are really cool but unfortunately we can’t as we will be making a poo top roof for it 😊

[@bringmeblueskies]

that thing on the front would make a good place to put out side Kitching platform

[@truebluetravellers]

Great idea 👍

[@aidonatorgaming27]

Great vids u 2 glad to see u managed to get that water tanker out, got alot of room to play with can't wait to see the completed build keep up the great work Jess and John

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much, it’s getting to the interesting part now 😂

[@aidonatorgaming27]

@@truebluetravellers your absolutely welcome 💪😀😂

[@stephenbland7461]

Loving your rebuild. It’s great comparing your pinzgauer 6x6 with the Volvo 6x6 by The Outfit, as you are both working on similar 6x6’s at the same time.

[@truebluetravellers]

Yeah I’m following them guys too, coming along nicely hey 👌👍

[@alanmills1213]

Love all your videos but dismantling brings out the smiles.....great content.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate, so rewarding this bit 😊

[@Aggaliano]

Brilliant guys! Looking forward to your build. 💪

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks 😊👍

[@VaughanMunro-js4nr]

Great Video. Entertaining from the start to finish. Stripping it out shows a huge variety of options.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much now for the planning 👍👍

[@Spitfire67UK]

This is gonna be the best build ever. Such a cool base to work on

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much 👍

[@jodieburgess3995]

Can’t wait to watch a little woosy to watch it now but defos be watching it tomorrow probs as a hang over recovery ❤😂

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂 hope the heads not banging too much

[@lisabogle]

Thanks for your new segment Jess... I really appreciate the back to basics. I'm looking to do my first van and I'm a newbie DIYer... Knowing what tool to use for what purpose and how the basics work is awesome for me!

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks Lisa, that’s great to hear and I hope you do get a van and get building 😊

[@paulmayou370]

John and Jess you amaze me once again with a great video the truck is coming along nice but you have alot of work ahead and i could recomend a great tool to help you along a battery rivit gun thank me later John for the hint to Jess but was great to see the induction heater tool they are amazing bit of kit anyway all the best on this build and looking forward to next weeks antics

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 well Paul, I’ve not heard of one of these before but if you insist then I suppose I’ll have to get one 👌😂

[@paulmayou370]

@@truebluetravellers I'll be looking forward to the review on TBT 😆 🤣 😂

[@lisasettle8798]

Bang on, first strip out. It’s going to be amazing. We can’t wait to keep watching. Our new temporary home arrives from the U.K. on Thursday. 42ft static so we should be very help whilst we decide what is happening. Keep up the great work. X❤

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks so much Lisa💙 wow that’s really exciting! Hope it all goes well

[@EDwindcreens]

I was gonna say you could weigh the water tank in as scrap, But failing that you could use the metal to fabricate any new panels you might need. Looking forward to the build

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate, yep Jon will no doubt love going down to the scrap yard 😂🤦‍♀️

[@nickhoward9343]

Used to love buying the old auto trader they were the good old days

[@truebluetravellers]

Definitely, I’d always read old ones too 😂

[@ronbirchard5262]

nice vid. a KZbinr channel you need to see is called The Outfit. they are doing a 6x6 DBG re build right now. its a ex swedish army truck. they are turning it into a rv camper and putting a pop top tent on the roof. they used to live in a ex army Unimog rv camper and did Australia

[@truebluetravellers]

Yep following them too mate, looks good in blue hey 👌👌

[@NeilJames1982]

Great nickname. Might use that for my van keys, because I can never find them.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@LiamBushrod]

So excited to see how this turns out!

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate 👍

[@therocker3851]

Naughty Jess, drilling out the rivets, NO Glasses, look after those eyes, don’t let me catch ya doing it again 😂, x

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 I’m normally good with this and normally bolocking jon to be better 🤦‍♀️😂

[@SharmanSomerset]

I know Dulverton well and did a few Glastos when it wasn’t a yuppie fest so chances are I saw Big Red at various points over the years down here! Keep up the great work and big love to you both x

[@truebluetravellers]

It’s so strange hey to think you might of seen it but not seen it if you know what I mean 😂💙

[@SharmanSomerset]

@@truebluetravellers yeah I know exactly what you mean! I probably walked past her and gone that’s a cool truck, and now the Double J are turning her into a beaut of a camper- can’t wait to see what you do with her x

[@richardgray6603]

That's some build your doing guys, can't wait to see it progressing:) loving the videos, cheers:)

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate 👍👍

[@martingibbs9277]

Looking forward to seeing more of the build, this is something very different.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much mate 💙 can’t wait to see how it turns out

[@johnshaw4140]

Good luck with the build , hopefully you'll get good coin for the scrap ally ( including the roller shutters ) which will pay for some of the build

[@truebluetravellers]

Cheers mate, yeah the tank was a beast so 🤞👍

[@kylesmith77]

another cracking video guys, i can't wait to see how this one turns out 😁

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate 👍

[@luc1ferblack]

They also do a stud welder that welds a stud onto a surface and you can then use a nut to bolt whatever you want onto it

[@truebluetravellers]

I’ve seen Colin furze use this, gotta get me one 👌👌

[@jj161173]

😂😂😂 Brilliant update video guys, thanks for the laughs. She's looking good and a solid base to build on. Exciting plans, can't wait. See you next week.

[@truebluetravellers]

Cheers mate, loving getting stuck in 👌👌👍

[@gailb43]

Another bloody great episode! Love the new segment BRB. I learnt something new in there. Thanks for bringing us along on this journey of the rebuild. Can’t wait to see her once done.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much Gail 😊

[@michaelchiappini5928]

Like the new tool Jon. By the way Jess I am always looking for nooks and crannies to hide something in !!😂.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 pmsl

[@nickhoward9343]

Brilliant guys, loving the build you are a good team

[@truebluetravellers]

Cheers mate 👌👍

[@setildes]

Now you have her stripped you might want to consider some engine upgrades, a tune at least, perhaps an after-market turbo and snorkel if it needs one, then an insulated engine cover that will cut the noise down, also when finished spray sound-absorbing rubber on the inner wheel arches, it will cut down the noise a lot and protect from stones. This worked a treat on our AWD Hiace, much quieter in the cab. I am loving this new build, though I thought the defender was amazing. I look forward to seeing her evolve into what will be a fantastic adventure vehicle.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much, yeah I priced up a new turbo but to run it it would also need a bigger radiator and an oil cooler so it’s mega money, yep replacing all engine bay seals and gonna sound deaden and insulate the lot and also underseal like u say, should be much better once done 👌👌👍

[@glynharper1066]

Great to see you starting on this new build, I think this is my favourite part of the build, seeing how you take it apart and building it up to how you want it, our Saturday morning must watch TBT, good tip to take video of how things go together.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks guys 😊 yeah this part is so rewarding, although I love all of it to be fair 😊

[@MissCharMay]

So much space!❤ This going be an interesting building.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks it’s really opened up now hey 😊

[@dashcamnorm8254]

Another great video guys looking awesome striped out can’t wait for the next one.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate 👍

[@rsinuk9697]

When you started with it will involve stripping and it’s not Jon I thought ‘yes’ 😂, then you said big red 🤣 damn. Great vlog guys, I’m stunned at how good she looks (nowhere near as bad as I’d expected). And looks like you’ll have decent room to play with even though a small footprint. Riveted to see it’s progress 😉.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂 big red looks better than what I would anyway 😂 💙

[@James-lw1us]

Another great video guys, I'm looking forward to the build process of the fire truck 🚒 Jon is always on hand to lower the tone, but only in the funny comedy way he knows 😂❤

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 that’s all he knows 🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️😂

[@B_T_B]

Easy now!! BTB!! Thats me!!

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 oh yeah

[@EvilBikerGangOfTheSky]

Looks like the Sainsburys van won the reg plate toss against the Landy! We know what that means.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂 yep unfortunately it has to go

[@GLENTHEBEEF]

Front stretcher screams outdoor kitchen platform

[@truebluetravellers]

👌👌 definitely 👍

[@grantlingley1385]

So excited for this build and yes a completely different type of vehicle. All kinds of challenges to be managed but you guys will do it with gusto! Canada….WooHoo, I wonder if you will see the East Coast re Nova Scotia and the like. Our door is always open! LOL, fridge too!

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 ah thanks guys although you would regret that fridge comment 😂

[@davidchase7166]

I'll be interested to know how much you get for the scrap, probably be enough for a battery rivet gun ;) Maybe you need a bike rack on the back and get a Puch maxi to compliment the van. We have a T25 syncro and the 4wd system was also made by Steyr-Puch.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂 well there’s an idea, the bike and the rivet gun 😂, ah that makes sense now, I see a lot of people with these and syncros

[@frederickclements2647]

Brilliant choice for your next conversion. I can't wait to see your trip to Canada, me and the wife went there for our honeymoon. 14 days travelling from Toronto over to Montreal, there are so many beautiful places and the people are so friendly.

[@truebluetravellers]

So looking forward to it, gonna be a cold one again 😂

[@barrygraver5180]

It's going to be a belter, can't wait to see it blasting around the KL roads! What an amazing amount of space when you stripped it out, can see why you chose it, and to be honest, even when you've built it will probably be a weight saving (did you weigh it before?). Couldn't help thinking though, big old engine, auto box, 6x6 drive, what's the economy like? Better than the MAN i'm sure, but still quite juicy? Keep up the good work both, and do me a favour please - safety glasses may not protect you if an abrasive wheel breaks up on you (ballistic rating too low), think about goggles or preferably face shield. See you next week!

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate, unfortunately we didn’t get it weighed, we are hoping to get it weighed tho before the build begins to see what we are working with, Yeah the mpg is going to be shocking, been told it can do 20mpg but not holding my breath

[@sharonpettman1274]

I so look forward to Saturday mornings to spend with you 2, how different the truck looks after strip down, great job. Have a great week, see you next weekend ❤

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks Sharon 🥰 it’s looking a bit bigger now hey 😊💙

[@snoman1999]

Can't believe you didn't offer to get yr Fireman's "Hose" out Jon 😂 🚒

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 I keep meaning to

[@bennyhill4228]

15:31 lol Jon " it's an Estate anyway" it is now 😂 you guys thank you , i love this

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂

[@AaronTheHumanist]

Well what an epic adventure this is, I've been exciting all week looking forward to it. With Fireman Jon and G-Spot entertaining as always. 😊

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂😂 pmsl what a duo hey 😂

[@carnivorecampers]

It would have been great for you to have taken it on the weighbridge before you started, and then after you'd done the strip out ❤

[@truebluetravellers]

Hoping to get it on the weighbridge before we start building to see what it weighs 👍👍

[@jonathansmith5850]

Wow! This looks amazing already! Massive space on the inside now it’s stripped!

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks mate, yeah can’t believe how much more space there is 👍

[@AirbornePirates]

Was this previously registered on the Isle of Man? I am a serving firefighter and we used Pinz just like this for years, they were auctioned off a few years ago.

[@truebluetravellers]

No mate not this one, this was from Somerset 👍

[@Hobbies4Hire]

Great job on the video folks! Thanks for making it. Ya'll are so goofy and it's wonderful.

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂 thanks very much for watching 😊

[@valerieredmond1150]

I love how much work you get through in one video…. Some van conversions only show one task per week…. But your talents (and tools 🛠️) are amazing. You have a brilliant collection of vehicles now!!!! ❤

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much, we are very lucky with the workshop 😊💙

[@MrBobchat]

Quite jealous. I'd love to have a go driving it and taking it off road. I bet it can handle quite a lot. Are you having a winch on it. I don't know how much you'd ever use it but I'd definitely vote you to have one just in case, for that one in a million time. Keep it up. Enjoying the build. You guys are lovely together, good chemistry, good presenting.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much mate, yeah it’s meant to be a weapon off road but will see on the winch how heavy she is I think, would love one but trying to keep weight down too 😊

[@111elf1]

always nice to see one of those old horses put to good use! 😊 as for "wade through some water" you can put the Haflinger under water completely as long as you got the snorkle for the driver and the engine. 😂

[@truebluetravellers]

😂😂😂😂

[@davidgibbings6085]

I remember that actual truck as live in Devon . I often wondered where it went after it disappeared from the fire station , small world. 👍🙂❤️

[@truebluetravellers]

Crazy hey, hopefully bring it back down one day 😊

[@shapes2000]

Looking forward to another great series. Love the imagination and design thought process.

[@truebluetravellers]

Thanks very much 😊