Our Brakes FAILED on our campervan (VAN LIFE)

[@ourworldonwheels]

Mate! You were literally 5 miles from my house at Shell Ford👍🏼 it’s nice round there. I’ve seen a few vids of this show/meet now. Didn’t even realise it was happening. Looked good 😊 Edit.. that Sam’s a bloody legend I’ve used many of his vids to help out with our build

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Awesome. Nice area that is. Yeah it was a good show that was. Same again next year for sure. Sam is a top bloke, it's very good of him to help out!!

[@Basilbrush207]

Hi Gary Yeah the sliders are very common problem on Crafters and Sprinters. Mine gives me a tell tale squeak when cornering when the sliders starting to seize n the caliper is dragging. Give it a few miles before you replace anything else as the pads on the seized caliper side will be worn uneven and you might not be getting the full surface of the pad hitting the disc until it’s re-bedded in now the sliders fixed. The first time I did mine two sliders were seized and I had to remove the calipers and apply heat to them they were so seized. Nearly made a similar mistake with the new sliders first time as had removed both so had to strip other side to see which one went top. Easy done. Have a great time in Germany.

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

This is great advice. I think I've done 1200 miles since and no change. Bleed next and then I'll look at changing the hoses I think

[@Basilbrush207]

@@TravelwithGaryandAmika okay well that should’ve been enough. Yes hoses are cheap so good next move. Also have you checked if any of the rear sliders are seized? You can usually tell if one face of the disc is more corroded than the other. Hope it works out

[@gemmamc2170]

Another brilliant video- cartwheels were great Gary 👍 😂 the festival looked fab. Glad your healing and can run again without pain 🙏 looked like Amika was having fun too ❤

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thanks Gemma. Still a bit of pain but runners are always in pain so 🤷😂

[@brewsterkits]

I will still watch if you want a jolly on your own as much as we love Amika, you want some free time😆

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

No you won't 😂

[@Steps2adventure]

Absolutely love watching you both 🙌🏽

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Ah thanks guys ❤️🙌

[@Misskiff]

We didn’t get to officially meet - but you were kind enough to take a picture of us. Your daughter is so vibrant and full of life I love it. I think I filmed your van too (on my Vlog) because I love the outside paint. Anyway, I do enjoy your content hope to see you in the near future and have more words. I was tipsy at the time ha

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haha I remember you. Tipsy 👀 😂 Lovely to meet you also and thanks for the kind words about Amika. Hopefully we can have a proper conversation next time. Take care

[@campervancodgers124]

Great video and Sam is such a nice bloody guy , ❤❤❤

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thanks. And yeah he really is!

[@viv-i-vangoesforth]

Presenting Gary........Cartwheel champ of van life fesitivals everywhere😉 Looks like it was a lot of fun at this one for sure . I feel your pain with the van. After what seems forever ripping out substandard work on Viv-i-van, she's now got new electrics etc and ready for the epic Crafty Campers camp out that Big Sam Anderson has put on in two weeks. I cant wait to meet new people. I hope you get to the bottom of what's happening with the van, Gary and just so's you know, though Amika is 50% of the channel, You are the other 50% and I for one will be looking forward to you venturing back to europe again. Incidentally, dont shout at me but I ,must have missed a vid where you fitted the fly netting....( not like me to ever miss a Gary and Amika vid) so can you tell me where you got them please :) Respect as always- Kenny

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haah thanks mate. Still no change with the brakes. I think it's loosing vacuum.

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

The fly net is from amazon for a doubke door at home

[@manondeslauriers2645]

Absolutely amazing with your cartwheels! I have been making plans all summer and I have not left the south east yet. 😂😂

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haha thanks

[@petewarby7158]

I'm only only 1/3 of the way through this video, really enjoying it. You know some good people Gary, really, really good viewing especially for someone like me who would love to be good at this stuff but... isn't :)

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thanks mate. It was a good opportunity to share useful basic info

[@WhipperdeetsAdventures]

Wow the first car park you stayed at looked amazing ❤❤ try and go to my festivals next year been a difficult few months 😢 He’s great to help you with your brakes 😊 Looked a great festival 😊

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Yeah it was lovely there mate

[@rosesevers5181]

Great job on the cartwheels 😁

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haha thanks rose x

[@asaandthemarchharepart2903]

How many cartwheels. Man you were putting the kids to shame haha. Fabulous weekend of fun and entertainment. Love the hat. Great bloke is Sam. Top notch. Same with all the community. A family. So have you finally been to a garage and sort it out??? Have a wonderful time in Europe. Keep Loving the Adventure Both. Love and Hugs X

[@murraysimpson1676]

Hi Gary are you parked up in dunbar?

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thanks mate as ever

[@OldBaron5664]

🤦 Amika you can't take your dad anywhere, sadly Gary in regards to the brake situation I have been there and got the T-shirt went further than you after going to about four main dealers complaining handbrake didn't feel right and being told nothing wrong it failed at a set of traffic lights on a hill luckily training kicked in (one very scared woman behind in small car 2t 4x4 rolling back) AA found adjuster's caked in dirt and not even looked at not only needed all brakes replacing (under warranty) but a new clutch. So you did the right thing as you carry a precious cargo

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Bloody hell close call mate!!! Glad you saved that!

[@jjohnpara]

Its good that you sorted out the sliding pins. Cause every time you break they wont release and wheel will get hot and cost you more in fuel.. if the wheel has got extremely hot then the brake fluid could be burnt and damage caliper seals.. under inspection I like to see if the calipers are working fine and that they retract slightly back in when releasing the brake pedal. If all that is good i would look into the vacuum pipes on your servo and make sure you ant got any leaks. Having a faulty one way valve on your vacuum pipe can affect your breaking systems as it wont hold the vacuum.. Its not something people do but if you had your foot on the accelerator while you try to break you will notice the breaks are really Sharp. Thats be cause the engine create more vacuum at higher RPM. Petrol engines create vacuum off the engine. Diesel engines don't so there for they normally have a vacuum pump bolted on the alternator..

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

This has only just shown up. Thanks for the message. Yeah all the slider pins are free now. I think you may be right abiut the servo as when driving for a bit the brakes are sharp on first press and second press are spongy. When stationary if I apply the brakes firmly pressure goes and the pedal will go to the floor after about 10 seconds. Pumping makes it form but again if I apply hard pressure it will go to the floor. Defo feels like pressure is dropping

[@TheCraftyBlindersvanlife]

I've finally got to watch it 😊 great vlog mate 👍

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Legend! Thanks mate appreciate your help

[@christinemarchant4678]

Hope your brakes get sorted, pretty good cart wheels, looks a good festival, Amika always has fun, love the fly net 😊

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thank you 🤗

[@shirleyboy8859]

No No No.... I watch for You Garry... The Best Comedy Channel on YT...... Amika is just a cute sideshow....... (Not really Amika You are the Star)..... :-))

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haha we all know it's about Amika ❤️

[@shirleyboy8859]

@@TravelwithGaryandAmika It is good that you know your Place Gary... :-))

[@nobbynomad2010]

It was a great weekend and lovely to bump into you both again. The underfloor lights look great. I noticed your neighbours took their pineapples down in the end. 😂😂😂 Take care on your travels through Germany and don’t forget to visit Oradour sur Glane near Limoge next time you head south in France…

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thanks mate. Yes we will definitely try Thst place! All the best and see you soon 🙌

[@peepresc8002]

Great video, have a great time in Europe, look forward to seeing what you get up to.

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thanks mate

[@WattsOccurring]

Great catching up with you 'Mr Cartwheel'!!! 🤩 Was a great weekend 🎉

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Yeah it was fantastic both. Look forward to the next one. Let me know what's happening!!

[@vetworker]

That looked like a good crack. Must say I’m impressed by the cartwheels. I struggle putting socks on 😂. Look forward to your videos in Europe. 😊👍👍

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

I have a bad habit of accepting silly dares. This time I b pulled it off 😂

[@jonandkatiesadventures6449]

Excellent weekend it was nice meeting u both

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

You too, it was a great weekend wasn't it

[@imnoexpert1736]

I had similar issue with my brakes..it turned out to be the rubber brake hose leading to calipers apparently they degrade from inside making brakes less efficient..worth a try..😮

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

That's a good thought. Guess I'll work may w a y through all the system until I find out. They are so spongy it's crazy

[@LeisureBit]

Nightmare about the brakes! Loving the hat! Suits you! The evening event looks epic! Great cartwheels! See you in Europe!

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Well chuffed I learnt to cartwheel. That was such good fun. Europe here we go!!!

[@ginibelle1416]

Cool cartwheels, looked like a fun weekend. Amika was very kind to offer you her euros, she is adorable... as is your hat! Love and best wishes to you both ♥♥♥

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Thanks Gini it was a din weekend for everyone. Hope you are doing OK xx

[@Jimmacdonald109]

What black rhino wheels are they Garry and are they 16s ? Look great

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

James they are warlords 🔥

[@Jimmacdonald109]

Quick question is you van normal height or did it need lifting to put those wheels on I have a ducato and want to go this look and was thinking can you just put this type of tyre on cheers

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Hi James. No lifting yet. Contact rogue alloys and they will tell you your options

[@maxineredfern3380]

Nice hat lol. Didn’t know u where a gymnast to ❤. Maxx

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Neither did I until a 10 year old dared me 😂😂😂😂

[@carpingoxonox155]

Hello mate, where did you get your bug screen? Cheers!

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

I made it ☺️ Cheap one of amazon and wedged it between the walls of the van and the rubber seal... I've been in Europe 3 weeks and it's worked an absolute treat!

[@carpingoxonox155]

@@TravelwithGaryandAmika it looks spot on mate nice work! you haven’t got a link have you? We’re off to Scotland on Wednesday and that looks ideal to keep the bugs out!

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

amzn.to/3OGVdSl

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

The size for my door is 188x206... Small flies can get in but with the food away and the lights off it honestly works so well.

[@carpingoxonox155]

@@TravelwithGaryandAmika cheers for that mate!

[@TheHarrip]

Ha you're no mechanic, good at most things but not that. Sorry this made me giggle. Your man was top class 👍

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

I couldn't think of a worse job haha

[@md2320]

Leave the camera with amika 👍😂🤣

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haha

[@sallydavis1345]

Hope the brakes are taken care of now. Looks like a fun time at the van meetup. Boy, you impressed with the cartwheels. Good job! Looking forward to what is coming next. Safe travels.

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haha I supoosed myself with that. It was addicted to learn. Brakes are better but still need work I think.

[@24865943]

Feet n knees . . .. . 😂

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Haha!!

[@24865943]

Definitely nineties. . . .. no breaks and silly hats.. .. . . (I didn't say hats)

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

😂😂😂😂

[@jessicapayne8622]

Did someone say 90s rave????😊

[@TravelwithGaryandAmika]

Let's go!

[@jessicapayne8622]

@@TravelwithGaryandAmika whooop whoop!