RIPPING out WATER DAMAGED Floor of a Motorhome

[@ttxela]

Well worth getting that rot sorted out, poor old Herman!

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Alex, I hope you don't find any in your moho.

[@NowSeeItMyWay]

Love the violin 🎻 Ads you’re right, Chas does keep saying where’s my violin 🤣

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Andy, he keeps losing it 😉👍. You need to keep your own violin handy in case he moans 😉🎻🤣 Stay safe

[@NowSeeItMyWay]

Herman Hits the Road yes I must get one 😉 you two stay safe as well 😀

[@charlessmillie8774]

Your both going to get a violin for that you cheeky chap's Lol. Beauty 👍😁 Chas.

[@WaggiesTravels]

I know the pain of water ingress, just paid very big money to have mine repaired, hence the time scale of trying to sell it. I wanted it right for whoever buys it, now it is ! Well done for getting things sorted.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Richard. Was yours as bad? How old is your moho? 🚐🚐🚐🚐

[@mrmrst9020]

Wow brilliant you have saved Herman !!! What a brilliant job chas definitely knows his stuff can’t wait for part 2 👍 glen and jackie

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Glen and Jackie, Chas is an actor I've hired just to add a bit of glamour to the video 😅👍😉. Part 2 will be published same time next week (Saturday 7am)

[@mrmrst9020]

Herman Hits the Road 😂😂😂👍

[@chrismoor1898]

I have virtually the same problem in my Chausson van garage. Lots of tips and tricks here, great job guys. Given me the confidence to have a go at it!

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

That's unfortunate, @chrismoor1898. I've found the problem was caused by the roof seals leaking. You should check your too. Find out where the leak is coming from. Good luck 👍👍

[@chrismoor1898]

@@HermanHitstheRoad It's in the off side rear corner of the garage. The conclusion is it's an accumulation of condensation collecting in the corner, no obvious leaks or tell tale water trails. The van is parked with that corner at the lowest part.

[@ingalway]

Chas is brilliant - I really could do with his help right now, taking out the floor of a 92 Hymer and I'm struggling. Only ever changed a plug before!

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Wow! I'm impressed, Being Silent. Is it the whole floor or a section? Let us know how you get on.

[@williamchanning9055]

Chas certainly appears to know what he is doing, you are lucky to have caught this in time. Looking forward to the next part.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks William. The next part will be released at the same time next weekend (Saturday 7am). There's been a lot of praise for Chas but he's just reading a script. His day job is a ballerina 😉😉👍👍🚙🚙

[@williamchanning9055]

@@HermanHitstheRoad 😂😂

[@denisechristie7941]

Poor old Herman!!! we await the result of his major operation with concern.GET WELL SOON HERMAN X

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Denise, you can watch the follow up video where Herman is made better.

[@claretbuck1882]

Herman will rise again 👍🏻

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Yeah, eventually. It took a while 😉👍🚙

[@markmangan8586]

Having got an older mh myself, I'm so glad herman can be saved, great vid ads 😊👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Mark. What do you have?

[@markmangan8586]

@@HermanHitstheRoad hi, mine is a 2004 bessacarr e410, it's a bit younger than herman but still an old timer 😄👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Old ones are the best one's 👍👍🚙🚙. Any trips planned?

[@markmangan8586]

@@HermanHitstheRoad that's what I keep saying to the wife 😄, yeh a few 3 nighters over the next few months, mainly east coast of Yorkshire and 3 nights in the lake district in Nov 😊👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Oh that sounds great. I hope you're not in the new lockdown areas up north. 👍👍😉

[@robertpenning3501]

very interesting video. It's made me inspect our motorhome now. Look forward to seeing part two.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

That's great news, Robert. Did you find anything? A screwdriver helps find the weak spots. Next part will be released on Saturday 7am

[@alastairchestnutt6416]

Very interesting. Learning a lot from this. Thanks

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

We're glad you found it interesting, Alastair. We've made other videos which you may also find interesting. Check out this playlist Motorhome DIY: kzbin.info/aero/PLJgpuB_d0W54jbMujwnHDyNfQnEUn-M1i

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

It's amazing how much damage water can cause!

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Bob, yeah, over time water can cause a lot of damage. 👍👍

[@kieranking8657]

great to see practical repair work like this, it gives me confidence to tackle what seems like a daunting job, I,m looking forward to next instalment👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Kieran. The episode 2 will be next Saturday at 7am. Do you have similar issues with your moho?

[@kieranking8657]

@@HermanHitstheRoad not yet thank god, but its always good to see how these jobs are done, I fitted rear air suspension after watching you get yours done and so far so good, I'm always looking for improvements and tips, really enjoy your posts👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Kieran, that's very kind of you 👍👍👍

[@duncansampson8120]

another great video mate

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks again, Duncan. It looks like you are binge watch our vids 🤣🤣👍

[@duncansampson8120]

@@HermanHitstheRoad there really good I'm watching them all yeah remember when I told you I had my clutch cambelt full service well on the way back after paying for the work done a bloody lorry hit the side of my Hymer and the insurance company wrote it off and the money they offer is nowhere near what the van is worth im in the process of buying another Hymer Mercedes based one its called Herman as well hahaha

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Oh no, how annoying, Duncan 🤬. Well, we hope you find the perfect replacement soon. Maybe in time for HermanFest in June (Somerset)?

[@duncansampson8120]

@@HermanHitstheRoad Oh yes I'm buying a Mercedes Hymer 640 called Herman next month a loverly van it is they are so expensive

[@colinjoyceart]

Poor old Herman. A close call by what Chas said. Glad to hear you found it in time. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Colin, part 2 will be released next Saturday at 7am. If you haven't already subscribe and click the bell or notifications for when we release videos. 👍👍🚙😉

[@colinjoyceart]

@@HermanHitstheRoad been subscribed for a while now Ads.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thansk Colin

[@Lorrowen1]

Aww. Get well soon Herman.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Herman will be ok. He's in the hands of Chas and myself. Tune in next Saturday for part 2 👍👍🚙

[@richiebainbridge2608]

Excellent, thanks for sharing.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Glad you enjoyed that, Richie. Thanks for commenting 👍👍

[@Swiftescape685]

Awww poor Herman!😭..No doubt your give him lots tlc lol..awesome video👍😊

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Michael. Tune in next weekend for part 2 🚙🚙👍👍

[@paulhampton4217]

Good that Chas is there that’s not something that I would have liked to have started on my own. He’s a great friend and mechanic to have. 👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Paul, Chas is a great friend 👍👍🚐🚐

[@SonjaApril-l1z]

I still don’t have a motor home or a Chas to fix everything 😂 but sure is fun watching you guys at work. More 💪 and more 🕺 please 😁💜

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks LGG but Chas is just for show, to add glamour to the video 😉😉👍🚙🚙. Are you thinking about getting a moho? Which one? Stay safe 👍👍👍

[@Phelix27]

This is the side of motorhome ownership that scares the life out of me. Some things I’m prepared to have a go at but this is a whole new level. It’s really good you have a man that can Adds 👍

[@milcotto4153]

I am thinking the same thing. But at least we learn how to fix it by watching this - in theory.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Phelix, the daunting part was discovering the extent the rot went. The more you poked holes with a screw driver the more you find but you've got to find out and then have a plan on what to do next.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hehehe, thanks Annie

[@laikatravels]

Ooh can’t wait for the next exciting episode 👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Laika Travels, we're glad you enjoyed it. Part 2 will be same time next week (Saturday 7am)

[@laikatravels]

@@HermanHitstheRoad Its a shame poor Herman has a bit of rot but it does make surprisingly good viewing!

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Genuine LOL moment. Thanks 👍👍😃

[@FergusNCasey]

Great video. No shortcuts being taken there.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

No, Fergus, just lots of cutting 😉😦👍🚙

[@susancooper2996]

I was so shocked to see poor Herman in such a state, I bet that was a scary moment for you When that was happening, thank heaven for Chaz what a guy wish he was my friend... ☺️

[@charlessmillie8774]

Hi Susan thanks for your comments have you seen part 2 yet? Ps new friends always welcome 👍😁

[@charlessmillie8774]

Chas.👍

[@susancooper2996]

@@charlessmillie8774 no not yet looking forward to it, been up in Swaledale so no signal haha.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Susan, there was a moment when we thought the worst but a cup of tea saved the day 👍😉.

[@johnvickers5750]

One of the best tools I've bought is a Micro USB endoscope Inspection Camera used on an old android phone I've looked under every tiny nook & cranny in our van for maintenance & signs of problems.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi John, I agree, my favourite gadget is my snake camera. It's helped me many times in Herman. It has a small hook on the end to grab wire etc.

[@chrisfigiel1150]

Blimey Ads Chaz you doing a great job on On Herman,bet you wornt expecting that,it’s amazing what water can do over time ,and Chaz said it had been patched up before,at least now it’s going to be proper solid,can’t wait to see series 2 love your vlogs m8.👍

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Chris, water abd time is what kills a vehicle eventually. 👍👍👍🚙

[@johnmccarthykarting]

Super job guys well done when will the next part be out I don't want to miss it

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks John and I'm glad you asked. You won't miss a thing if you subscribe (it's free) and click the notification bell but just to let you know we release videos each Saturday at 7am.

[@CraftyCampervanners]

Oh dear, that doesn’t look pretty... no doubt we’ll see it fixed in part 2. We’re rooting for Herman !! Pete & Kaz.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Pete and Kaz. Yes, you'll see some improvement in the second part next Saturday from 7am. 👍👍🚙🚙

[@CraftyCampervanners]

Herman Hits the Road ;). No we won’t, that’s far too early ... We shall be watching from the Caravan 😀😀

[@mrglitch0]

Great video.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Mr Glitch. How are you? We've not seen you for a while. Stay safe 👍👍

[@mrglitch0]

@@HermanHitstheRoad All good thanks. We're off to Devon and Cornwall later in the week in our Moho. First post lockdown trip. Fantastic video and very much looking forward to part 2. Take care.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Well, we hope you have a great time in Devon and Cornwall. Stay safe 👍👍🚙

[@hughrobertson-payne914]

Great video.... I have a similar (but bigger! 😳) situation in my ‘94 S580. Kitchen and bathroom run across the rear so it’s going to be a bit of a nightmare. I ought to stop putting it off and do it, can’t say I’m relishing it!

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Sounds like a great job to do during a lockdown, Hugh. Oops, never mind 🤣👍

[@hughrobertson-payne914]

@@HermanHitstheRoad indeed....its all in the planning.... 😝

[@alisonandrews2013]

Hopefully Herman will soon be on the road to recovery 😀

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Alison, how things with you? You'll have to find out next weekend 😉😉👍👍

[@alisonandrews2013]

Herman Hits the Road things are great , just returned from France hoping to do the nc500 in a couple of weeks 😎

[@sammy_swift_on_the_road947]

Hi, glad you spotted all that water ingress before it was too late. Was wondering did you have yearly habitation checks on Hermen since you got him. Can't wait till second part.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Sammy, no we've not had a hab check. The second part will be at the same time this weekend (Saturday at 7am)

[@catherinedelahaye1249]

Just watched your video, can't wait for Part 2. Poor old Herman, get him fixed x. We used to have a Hymer 544 older than Herman, should never have sold it, but now we have a lovely Autosleeper. Any idea when Part 2 will be uploaded?

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Catherine, we release a video every Saturday at 7am

[@domainnameguy]

This video shows what can go wrong with vanlife etc So many people put so many things in to a campervan because they think they need the luxuries in their vehicle etc But if anything goes wrong it can get expensive paying someone to repair problems etc I lived in a car for nearly 2 years and really enjoyed it The less that you put in to a vehicle the less there is to go wrong which makes vanlife cheaper to enjoy When i lived in a car i had no solar no cooking stove no fridge etc and only soutce of power was the 12v in car charger which made it a great adventure just trying to make do with as little as possible

[@milcotto4153]

I am thinking the same thing about all these expensive van builds.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Domain Names, we're not van lifers but I understand what you mean. Things go wrong is houses too so it's not just van dwellers. Are you still living in a vehicle? What do you have now? Stay safe 👍👍👍

[@domainnameguy]

@@HermanHitstheRoad I was living in a car until about feb this yearbut cambelt went on car and couldnt afford to replace it and it was an old car etc so not living inna car at the moment but to be fair the cambelt going was perfect timing as many of those that live full time in vans etc have struggled to find somewhere to park up during the virus etc But i may have found 2 remote jobs that anyone living vanlife can do from their van via a phone and internet etc I swing trade options On the stockmarket etc in a practice account but many that live the motorhome lifestyle usually have the wherewithall to fund their own day trading balance and can day trade the stockmarket on the go etc And as you know work with computers etc domain names are getting expensive as more and more people want websites etc which require a website address etc but an emerging website address aftermarket is emerging where people buy and sell website addresses at auction etc Which can allow people living off grid have the opportunity to work off grid too etc

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Good luck with that 👍👍

[@milcotto4153]

If you haven't done so already, maybe now is the time to get it tested for moisture all around. Very informative video. Great to see everything you are doing and how you are solving the rot problem. I am surprised at what the flooring looks like. I wonder if it looks like that in the whole motorhome. And I wonder what do people do if they have the furniture damaged by water. How do they get new one's? Do they have to build it themselves?

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Annie, the whole floor is made the same way but only the edge has the damage. If your furniture gets damaged then I'm sure the problem is a lot worse and it might be time for a full restoration of the motorhome. You might be able to buy new pieces but building your own means you can have it like you want it. Do you have a moho? 🚙🚙🚙

[@milcotto4153]

@@HermanHitstheRoad - No, I don't have a motorhome yet. I have been looking at used one's this summer. And mainly Hymers. The newer one's are extremely expensive here. And I am not sure that I want all the work and maintenance that comes with a motorhome, especially the used one's. You could also end up with a money pit if you are unlucky with your buy. We'll see. I have a cabin and I am enjoying peaceful but wet days here :-)

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

And where is here, Annie? Which country?

[@milcotto4153]

@@HermanHitstheRoad - Somewhere in northern Europe :-)

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

The price of moho does seem to have sky rocketed at the moment

[@simonbaxter8585]

Wow Ads, I think this is one of the most important videos for motorhome home owners on so many levels. - Never ignore the warning signs/clues of trouble. - Actively search for problems. - Every warning needs thorough investigation to "root cause", with no assumptions/rose tinted glasses. The sooner it is investigated and fixed, the better. - DON'T PANIC - Habitation / damp checks are vital. Many owners seem cynical as to their value, but once everything is covered in laminate there is little evidence, in the early stages, of what is going wrong underneath. - Now we can understand why manufacturers are so insistent on annual habitation check history as a condition of warranty claims. - How complex/expensive rectification work could be, and how rapidly the costs could escalate, if early signs missed. - With motorhomes, and coachbuilts in particular, there are so many opportunities for water to get where it should not, from day one. As they age it will only get worse. - How careful you have to be when buying a used motorhome, and why a current, independent, damp survey and habitation check history is so important. Always look below the surface, head over heart. - Why car manufacturers stopped using wood years ago! - AFTER a customer has bought a motorhome the dealer should take them to the service department, and make them watch this video, so that they understand the small print, and then book the first check/service for one years time!

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Simon, great comments there. I particularly like the last point. I can imagine the dealer saying "now, before we can allow you to drive away your new motorhome we need to show a documentary on what can happen if you don't look after it. Please take a seat". 🚐🚐🚐👍

[@simonbaxter8585]

@@HermanHitstheRoad in your video there were a couple of times Chas sounded like a vet, softening you up for the bad news he thought might be coming.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

LOL Yeah, you're probably right

[@marklittler784]

Good God Motor Home nightmares and obviously why its extremely wise and vitally essential to get regular habitation checks carried out and an initial one before purchase. Many new motor homes have extremely long warranties against water ingress nowadays providing you have regular checks, some designs are virtually bomb proof.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks Mark, you can do the checks yourself. It's just a matter of looking and taking notice. Do you have a moho?

[@marklittler784]

@@HermanHitstheRoad No Motor Home or classic car coz no garage or driveway for a start, surely you need to be a contortionist to carry out habitation checks though 😀😁😂😃😄

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

LOL, yes you need to be able to get and most importantly get out of tight spaces. We also don't have a drive way. We store Herman 15 min away. I'm interested by you mentioning "classic car". You are obviously interested in them. What would you like to own? I've restored a VW Beatle but I'd love to have a Porsche 356, kit car or real mascot 👍👍🚙🚙

[@marklittler784]

@@HermanHitstheRoadLike quite a few like many others, mainly british sixties cars, Rover P5 Coupe, Humber Imperial, Rover P6, Vauxhall Cresta ,Wolsey Hornet, Triumph Stag, Daimler Dart, and Volvo P1800

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Volvo P1800 are nice but my fav has to be the Amazon 👍👍👍

[@peterhrick6789]

Just watched this for the 1st time excellent video. Just one thing, what did you do about the leak from the window at the back?

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Thanks for reminding us, Peter. I wasn't entirely sure we had a leaky window or whether it was condensation but now I know. It seems to leak on very very wet days or when the window is pointing into the rain. We've not fixed it yet but we will be. 🚐🚐👍

[@nigelspooner5538]

Do you know when to get new decals for your are if hymer, i have a 644 2003.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Sorry, Nigel I don't know. You could take a look at the Classic Hymers Technical Facebook group. There's loads of good information on there

[@bernardbannister8792]

Hi what is the name of the gentleman who helped you is he a caravan service engineer someone good is hard to find

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

His name is Chas, Bernard. He is not a caravan service engineer but is a qualified electrician, plumber and mechanic. I made a video about him kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2moZIB-qbCMfMk

[@bernardbannister8792]

@@HermanHitstheRoad wow thanks for replying so soon I would like him to do some jobs on my autosleeper 'also your videos are great we watched them all hopefully sometime in future to own a classic hymer

[@hummelhymer7850]

That looks scary, looking forward the rest of the repair. I looks like our Hymer had some leaks at the back at some time but no damage to the floors or walls that I can detect. Someone has repaired the seams with tape, looks a little ugly but seems entirely effective - we’ve been out in very heavy rain for a Long weekend but no internal signs of water ingress. How did you repair your seams? I’m thinking of asking a Hymer dealer to do a professional repair, just wondering what you did and if I could do it - I have a German version of Chaz called Dav! Thanks for the inspiration, we watched you videos, before we bought our Hymer, our first adventure into motor home life. We live in SW Germany, near the border with France and 30 just bought a 2005 Hymer B624, mostly in great condition about 2 months ago, we manage to get away every other weekend and loving it. Bought some tee shirts and mugs from your site, so happy Hymer owners.

[@hummelhymer7850]

How did you repair the the seams between the panels? Someone has done a repair on our Hymer, with tape it looks a little ugly but seems to be effective. I was wondering about re-doing it myself or taking it to a Hymer dealer for a professional job?

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Hummel Hymer, I noticed that there was a water stain just above the door on the inside. I then found a small gap in the seam just above the door which I fixed with Sikaflex. If you want to fix yours properly you'll need to do some investigation. The length of the tape might indicate the extent of the problem. If the tape is a few cm then use Sikaflex but if it goes all the way along the seam then it may require a new seam 😞. Anyway, it sounds like you are really enjoying the motorhome life and we're glad that we inspired you to give it try 👍👍. And thanks for your purchases, we hope you're pleased with them. The next episode will be released next Saturday at 7am Stay safe

[@Tom-852]

What part of the Country are you from?

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

We're from dan saf

[@keithblackmore4285]

Just seen two other couples doing the same thing you were doing the other day, 5 luxury items in our RV. Why dont you do what I do when get to a site, e.g. fill water bottle, empty cassette? Etc

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

I hoped you enjoyed the video, Keith? I'm not sure what you're asking. Are you saying that you want to see a video of us filling up the water tank and emptying the toilet cassette? I don't normally show the chores of camping/motorhoming but I do have a video I made when we were in Devon where those things do get shown. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHqmaoagn79_sKM

[@ttxela]

If you'd like to see a third video on 5 luxury items check this out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5apdomBbbqmfrc

[@_-000-_]

Oh no Herman has a soggy bottom.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

You mean a rotten bottom. I know someone else like that 😉👍👍

[@_-000-_]

@@HermanHitstheRoad 🤣🤢

[@hummelhymer7850]

Sorry - 30 mins from the Black-forest.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

Hi Hummel, I'm not sure I understand your comment.

[@hummelhymer7850]

Sorry, made a typo in my 1st Long message Living SW Germany on the border with France and 30mins from the Black-forest ☺️

[@hummelhymer7850]

My question was how did you repair the leaks in the seams between the panels, someone has done a repair on mine, its a bit ugly wondering if its reasonably simple to do a better job and if you had some advice?

[@ari.voutilainen]

Poor Herman. Good to see him getting proper TLC. ps. The vibrating saw is originally a surgical bone saw. It is used for example in attaching tendons to bones and other similar stuff you are up to with Herman.

[@HermanHitstheRoad]

I fixed the leak in the roof using Sikaflex. It was a small hole in the seam. Well, I hope I have fixed it. Still not sure about the window though.