VAN LIFE NIGHTMARE - taken by the tide and engine failure (Grand Norwegian Road Trip ep. 6)

[@SimonBraeck]

This was so stressful!🤯🥵 Anyone that can relate/have a similar story?

[@xWoofiex]

Yes! We went to Switzerland this summer with our Land rover discovery and a rooftop tent (and our dog Zoë). As we drove the Gottard pass out gear box broke. And all though there's never a good timing this was awful timing in the mountains. We were so tired of driving all night. And our dog as well. My boyfriend is a mechanic and managed to get the car to a campsite, full of children and footballs which made our dog so stressed out. Luckily we had very good insurance and after a whirlwind of stress and getting the car to a mechanic shop nearby we got everything sorted. The insurance covered our car being shipped back home and got us a rental car ( a brand new Volvo!) We tried to make the best of our holiday after a bad start and had a great time. When we got back my boyfriend ordered a new gear box and fixed the car. But this holiday will not be forgotten easily. We hope to visit Norway this winter or spring, depending on the Corona situation.

[@olejacobstalesen6558]

I'm sure there are a lot of relatable stories - but having your engine flooded, nice and quietly, by spring tide? Nah, you win.

[@olejacobstalesen6558]

@@xWoofiex It sort of has to be said - that matches the brand 😅 A YT channel bought one of the new Defenders - and had the Check Engine light come on after 167 miles. Glad you overcame the blow(up) and had a good trip!

[@CringeTheGinge]

I have a similar story but it wasn’t with my Westy, this summer I was exploring my province and I took my 2004 jetta to one of the national parks 5 hours away and it ended up completely losing power and went into “limp mode” fortunately my parents ended up saving us but my Jetta was stuck in a town 5 hours away for close to a week!

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh wow, that sounds like quite the undertaking! Poor doggo, hopefully it liked cruising in the comfy Volvo and is ready for new adventures in the Landy🙏🏼

[@noaknyman]

Vw community is amazing 😍 im from sweden and for like 8 years ago I was driving my old t3 aircoold to a VW meet 700km from home, broke down 100km from the meet (flexplate between engine and gearbox on automatic was broken) Got it to the meet and after the meet a random guy from my hometown rented a trailer and picked me and my bus up at the meet. What a Hero 🤩

[@StevenVanLoven]

I stranded with my old 1942 motorbike at Dombas on a return trip from Northkaap . I was rescued by my friends of Sogndal ... just same way your friends picked your Van. Just one call and they came over right away. That's what made me LOVE Norway and it's people. Always a dream to go back ... Rebuild your Blue wonder on wheels please and continue what you do best , creating this channel. Thanks

[@SimonBraeck]

Sounds like some really good friends you got there! I can relate, so fortunate to know these guys. We will be back, stronger than ever once this engine swap is done🤗

[@garyp.7501]

I have a '82 T-3 Camper with gas engine. I'm on my 3rd engine. They seem to last about 120,000 to 160,000 miles. Then the 3rd cylinder rings give out. Love it though and have done lots of enhancements on it to make it better for vanlife/trips. I have been towed home twice. Once when the mechanic didn't torque down the CV bolts and they broke one at time. The other time a wire came loose off the engine (loss of a ground) and the engine just would not run. I have run down the battery but each time I was able to bump start it with the clutch. Once by enlisting some homeless folks living under a bridge where I had parked for the day! Can do it in reverse if necessary, but generally just as fast as you were pushing will do it and put it into 2nd gear. These will be great stories! Especially the tide! Love it! Flush the underside to get the salt off for sure!

[@SimonBraeck]

Sounds like you should make videos on your own with stories like these! Cool! Even though it’s great fun to deal with issues like these sometimes, they are kind of worrying when they occur a day before you’re supposed to be back at work after a holiday. Haha

[@garyp.7501]

@@SimonBraeck Thanks! Maybe next time we go out on a trip I will!

[@TimmyTurner421]

The guys who helped you are awesome 👏👏👏

[@SimonBraeck]

Indeed! People like this🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@tamlyon4435]

People are so wonderful ♥️♥️...you are blessed to have such friends .

[@SimonBraeck]

You said it! So lucky to know these guys

[@kenshinhimura3003]

Thankful for having good friends willing to rescue. Those are rare to find.

[@SimonBraeck]

Indeed, so fortunate to have these guys😊😊😊

[@ron4775]

We had that once in Austria. I found a nice spot at the river, and I have to know that it was a stupid idea.... lots of old trees hanging in other trees beside the creek. We made a fire in the evening and so far so good. Around 22.00 hour we deside to go inside the Hymer to view a movie on Netflix. Around 23.00 hour I take a little peek outside behind the screens.... huh...the fire was out? I open the door and what did I see.... a hugh wild river around the camper at night! Just in time to get the hell out of there. Never forget that evening! Take care and be save! Greetings from The Netherlands

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh gosh, that sounds a bit too exciting in my opinion! Good stories to tell later on though, just like this video😄

[@jeepercreepers54]

Anyone that owns a Vanagon like myself can relate. Countless breakdowns and mishaps before and after installing a new engine. Best of luck on the road and thank you for the videos.

[@SimonBraeck]

Yes, it's a part of the fun I guess! Thanks, a new engine is now installed and shortly ready for new road trips! :)

[@marcoopdenkamp]

Sad that the road trip is over ! Keep on sharing your stories. And good luck with Truck Norris🚍🍀👍🏻

[@SimonBraeck]

All good things come to an end... We’ll be back stronger than ever once the new engine is in place. Thanks👏🏼

[@ericpelkey2788]

Even with all the bad luck. It turns into great luck with the best of friends that wake up at anytime day or night to help out. That is a true friend. Sorry for the bad luck can’t wait to see the follow up with the new engine. Thanks for the great Norway road trip series’s. Every video was amazing.

[@ericpelkey2788]

All thumbs up. Subscribe. Best

[@SimonBraeck]

I’m sure our luck is about to change with this "new" engine coming along nicely. Hopefully it will be installed within a few weeks now. Still a lot left to be explored in this old thing, we don’t quit that easily :)

[@stefanp7067]

You stay always positive ! That's nice... I knows these vans quite well because I made my apprenticeship as a car mechanic back in the 80's... keep Norris on the road ! Norway is beautiful...

[@SimonBraeck]

Well, what else can we do😂 We will for sure, he will be back stronger than ever👏🏼

[@EinarSkaug]

You guys are a great addition to the VW community, and a good driving force to show enthusiasm for your preferred way of travel. Good luck with the engine build. See you guys on wednesday :P

[@SimonBraeck]

You’re so sweet! We try our best to be a driving force for others to spend more time outdoors and inside VWs😊 See you😄😄🙌🏼

[@crissonfilm]

It is so beautiful that nice and kind people still exits :D

[@SimonBraeck]

Yes, they really are special! So fortunate😊

[@Mr_Grumpy]

I really hope you get your problem solved with your "new" engine. Can't wait for the news. Cheers.

[@SimonBraeck]

Me too! I have faith, things have been done really thorough with this install. Thanks😊

[@czescjan4188]

Hi! For clutch problems in emergency situations - on the top of gearboxes' bell there should be an inspection hole - press the clutch pedal, soak flywheel @nd clutch with sticky fluid (like coca cola). Rotate the engine and repeat until the whole clutch plate will be sticky enought to transer the engine power ;) Good luck with a renovation!

[@SimonBraeck]

Good tip, hope I don’t need to use it but I’ll try remembering it! :D

[@nealwalden3543]

Wow! Glad you have such good friends. Loved the whole road trip story and pictures. Cheers from California!

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you! We’re so lucky to know these guys. I appreciate it😊🙏🏼

[@Bostonclassics1]

Wow, what a video. Wishing you well and glad you are sticking with the VW

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks! We are keeping this bad boy on the road for as long as possible 😊

[@TorATB]

"really tired" replaced with "exhausted" nice job ;) I'm just messing with you, it's a wonderful series of videos you got going. Keep up the good work!

[@SimonBraeck]

språkrådet.com strikes again!😄 thanks!

[@martinjones2397]

Sadly it’s part of old VW ownership but the rewards they give back make it worth all the blood sweat and tears.Our T3 only broke down twice in 8 years and both were on the same day and were easy to rectify, our T2 broke down last year for the 1st time and left us stranded for 4.5 hours on a motorway so we understand your pain.

[@SimonBraeck]

That’s true, it feels good to do proper fixes now as the vacation has ended. Finally we’ll get a complete overview of things that needs to be improved, in our ownership we will do things properly😊

[@deniseolmstead6415]

Wow! The kindness of your friends coming to rescue you....that's so hopeful and encouraging in these times. There are good people who do good things even if it's uncomfortable for them. Good people. So inspiring.

[@SimonBraeck]

The best guys around, that’s for sure! Very lucky to know them, very skilled mechanics and you can trust them to help out when it’s needed as most. Thanks 😊

[@JosephPuplava]

I can't wait to see the new engine installed. Check your transmission of your T3 as well. How many miles left on the transmission before overhauling? You guys are hilarious! Thank for the laugh! Good sense of humor is always the best!

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you😄 We’ll check the transmission too. Can’t wait to drive it once it’s all done🙏🏼

[@JosephPuplava]

@@SimonBraeck Yup, it is going to be a new VW van. Hopefully on your next adventure, you will be able to travel far without any issues.

[@GermanKorb]

WOW what a trip and what an experience! Sorry to hear about the breakdowns. Stay safe guys! Looking forward to seeing videos about the new engine swap.

[@SimonBraeck]

I know, pretty dramatic end to this trip! There’s always some positive take-aways, a new engine is not the worst that could happen😊 Easier to say that now, looking back at these stressful 24 hours, but you know what I mean.

[@SimonGliddon]

Top trip.. Love your films & love Norway.. Look forward to more adventures! ..

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks Simon! So do I, need to get this new engine installed ASAP😄

[@Wallywalstra]

Loved it again, despite the fact you were really unlucky! Cant wait for the reveal :D

[@SimonBraeck]

Some worries are needed after all these otherwise beautiful experiences. Thanks, me too!😊

[@georgemeshcheryakov8199]

Wonderful series! 😍 I am always whatchig your videos as a fantastic adventure film. Great video editing as well 🤗 Are you going to continue? :) Удачи!

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you, I’m glad you like them😊 Yes, once the new engine is in, we’ll keep going like never before😊

[@papl1341]

Jihaaa to some good friends! Looking forward to our own Norway roadtrip in 2021...with a Defender 130.

[@SimonBraeck]

Yes indeed, best guys around! Oh, sounds fun, the good old Landy’s are a rare sight here, I’ll wave if I see you on the road😉

[@grast961]

Looking forward to your next adventure, with an improved Truck Norris.

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks, me too!😃

[@mecanicachomon7453]

Thank you for sharing all this journey, excellent, a big hug from Palma de Mallorca

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@ulftornert2855]

Wow! You have REALLY good friends! Awesome people!! 👍

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks :)

[@blackdogwildtrails3123]

We had a similar experience in our camper to your waterside camp. We had parked up on the edge of salt marshes on the Cumbrian (England) coast. During the night when we were asleep,the tide came in and reached half way up the wheels and next moning our dog bowl and more importantly, all our perishable food in a cool box had gone! I found the cool box hours later on a mud bank!

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh wow, that sounds really familiar. Good thing we’re not the only one that have had a blooper like this, haha. Luckily we both got away with it😄

[@sonhannn]

If i were Volkswagen Ceo, I would give brand new VW Transporter 6.1 California as a gift after this video. You are so nice. Do not upset yourself.

[@SimonBraeck]

That would be nice! You should apply for the job😄 Thank you🤗

[@mackie_p]

What a great video! all sorts of adventures haha. Had a VW Passat have a DEF failure while driving, couldn't turn off the car or it would not restart...I was soooo worried it would randomly shut off and I'd be stranded but I just kept it running and drove it to a dealership 300km from where I was...

[@SimonBraeck]

There you go! VW’s (like many other car makers) seem to throw you off at times. glad you made it😃

[@abheethchandraguptha4961]

Hey couple,We need a winter experience from you guys..Stay safe..God bless you 🥰👏

[@SimonBraeck]

Let’s hope the van is ready in time for some winter outdoor camping :) Thanks

[@Braapncamp]

Truck Norris is dead, Mong live the Truck Norris! Can't believe that you did not hear the tide 😱 it went well though, could have get worse. Keep it up, look fwd to feauture trips.

[@SimonBraeck]

He’ll be back stronger than ever once the new engine is in place, luckily! Thank you, we’ll keep exploring once he is back in business

[@j4nch]

I love your energy :) I think I'm falling in love with your country, nicest country I've seen since I've been in New Zealand :). I think that if I was speak norwegian, I would have moved from switzerland already ;)

[@SimonBraeck]

Haha, thank you! We live in a beautiful place, that’s for sure. Grab an online course and you’ll be fluent in no time😄

[@kayakcobber524]

Walked up and down the North Cape...up all along the coast. Stunning but harsh conditions...back along the Russian border and half way Poland just heading west back to Holland

[@norwaywithpal]

Kult! I was on a trip with a T3 in September, and also had some engine problems. It would not glow, so every morning when it was cold I had to start it with start gass. A bit of a hassle, but it worked out okay. Anyway, nice video!

[@SimonBraeck]

Takk! You gotta know your way around these old guys, seems like they have a personality as their performance is moderate at best. Hoping this "new" engine will be a bit more reliable😉 good fun anyway

[@norwaywithpal]

@@SimonBraeck Yea agree, but I found the driving comfort to be quite good, considering the age of the car. Anyway, good luck with the enging :D

[@heimaufreisen]

Thank you for the wonderful series! All the best to you and good luck with the new engine, hilsener fran Tyskland

[@SimonBraeck]

Sure, our pleasure! Thanks for watching😊😊

[@jordansmith4289]

New heart for Norris🤘, good friends are the best!

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh yes finally😊 the old one was tired... I know, so lucky to have those guys around👏🏼

[@claretbuck1882]

Awesome guys cheers 👍🏻, looking forward to seeing the updated van 👌🏻

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks for watching :) So do we, can’t wait to test it!

[@lavanchyfrancois4407]

A passion as no limit... Great VW oltimer fan...congratulation to both of you

[@tombowen552]

I have a T25 and it did have a 1.9 petrol engine in it, it was too slow and dangerous as other drivers were always trying to pass me in difficult spots. To buy a reconditioned 2.1 boxer would cost 3k euro so instead I put a 2.0l Subaru flat 4 engine in her which increased HP from 89HP to 130Hp and now allows me to keep up with the flowing traffic. I feel much safer driving it now. It was much cheaper to do this conversion and you get a modern reliable fuel efficient engine. It is a popular conversion in California because it allows the T3 to pass the very strict smog test. The previous Subaru I had. had its engine removed and put in a mono plane. That is the type of engine I like reliable.

[@SimonBraeck]

I’ve heard good things about these Subaru conversions. I don’t think they are that common here in Norway, and also I feel like most of the Vanagon that are available here are diesels, making the Subi conversion somewhat more complicated. Maybe we’ll consider this as an option in the future, but for now we are doing the 1.9TDK (with a few tweaks to boost performance)😊

[@tombowen552]

Yes they are not that common in Ireland but I took the chance and it worked very well.

[@malcolmgarrod1692]

happy for you good to have real friends stay safe

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks, we are so lucky to know these guys, you too😊

[@jenniferbailey44]

What a big challenge that you faced!! And such kindness from your friends it’s so good to see. I’m delighted to hear that you are getting a new engine and I look forward to seeing your future travels👍😊

[@SimonBraeck]

Yeah, it was quite overwhelming at several occasions that one day, haha! Really happy about these guys and couldn't be more thrilled to test out the new engine shortly. Thanks 🤗

[@JontteBack]

Speaking about being cold on a tow: I once sat for appr three hours on tow in minus 20 deg centigrade, with a dead engine and no heater. That was cold! 😅 Plus I had to breathe out really carefully, and downwards, not to freeze up the windscreen. I was at the end of a tow line so had to steer.

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh gosh, that sounds terrible😄

[@dmytromorozov7027]

That’s not a stress. Last year were driving our vw T3 3000 km from Ukraine to Norway (just take a look where is it). When we landed from the ferry in Stockholm we could not start the engine. And that was just the beginning of the journey. We are in a foreign country, heading to our dream of visiting Norway... but we were lucky that’s it was only the dead battery and we were standing on a hill, so it was not hard to push it

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh boy, that sounds rough😟 A battery fault is always easier to manage than an entire engine failing, but it’s a challenge anyway

[@SKSK-rz7br]

Great video guys ..... i feel and have lived your pain but wouldnt swap my van for anything .... Hi from the UK

[@mortezasalehi9611]

I understand you. The worst thing that can happen in travel is a car breakdown 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️.But I'm glad it ended well 😍😍

[@SimonBraeck]

It sure is. We were always thinking of changing the engine anyway, so it all turned out well in the end :)

[@Rafa-uo6uh]

Thanks for sharing ur adventures!

[@SimonBraeck]

My pleasure, I appreciate you watching! :)

[@ajayjohn619]

So sad to heard that..drive safe!

[@SimonBraeck]

We’re good, just a new adventure to tell stories about when we get older :) A new engine is coming along nicely, wohoo😊

[@kimhorton6109]

I hope watching your lift back to civil action hasn’t jinxed me. I’ve never had to call for a tow in any of my three VW Vans. As for Einar, sometimes we wish we could gift our friends with a halo or something that could show everyone how much we appreciate them. Really nice save

[@SimonBraeck]

Haha, I hope so too! At least now we know that things are maintained in a proper way, hard to verify what previous owners have done/haven’t done. Really keen on testing the new engine. And Rikard and Einar are forever legends🙌🏼

[@itsthenortherners]

Just think of the stories you will be able to tell if you decide to have children, in fact the stories you can show them. Great watching this series, cant wait for the next one.

[@SimonBraeck]

That’s actually a part of my motivation to make these videos. Nice comments like these are also a factor, thanks!😃

[@LucScheffers]

Less cool things?.....Ehm..... You bought and you both drove the van up and around to have great experiences and create lifetime memories, right? Seems to me not a fail but a rather very successful mission. Shoes stolen and caught by the river tide, haha. Experienced a great community and great friends that picked you up in the middle of the night? How warm, caring and beautiful is that! For sure you will remember this in a good way for a long long time!

[@SimonBraeck]

Hey, thanks for leaving such a great comment here, I really appreciate it!🤗🤗 We do realize we are lucky to be doing this and having such a good community around us, helping out in good and challenging times. I hope sharing these experiences will give back something to the audience and fellow van/travel enthusiasts in some way.

[@PoloCamper]

We stranded in Denmark in 2018 after a Norway/Sweden tour, got it running again till Germany. Same story, got picked up by VW friend, who drive around 400km to pick us up. Back home I found out the contact points didn't open anymore, could have been fixed on the road side.

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh, that’s rough. Good thing that friends are there in those situations! Makes for a good story at least😊

[@Van-Diesel]

Looking forward for your next videos. Maybe we meet each other on norways roads or beautiful nature. Heartly VW T3 greetings and hugs from Tuskland. 😉🇳🇴🥰

[@SimonBraeck]

We always keep a look out for other T3’s so if we pass you we’ll be sure to at least wave😄 Thanks🤗🤗

[@СергейРахманин-б7я]

Hello Simon! I have a lot of such stories))) the last of them helped me make a decision to install AHU)) My old engine died from oil starvation, which it received from a leak in the sump gasket ... I'm sure your breakdown is just a short pause. I wish to get back on track as soon as possible) !!!

[@SimonBraeck]

Hi!😊 oh wow, a TDI sounds really decent. We’ll install an AAZ, but I still think we’ll ve very happy with it. Anyway we will be back stronger than ever🤗

[@СергейРахманин-б7я]

undoubtedly !! Fresher, stronger, more reliable. I'm looking forward to your friend doing "drrrrrr" instead of "tatatatata")))) I watch your videos with great interest and admiration)

[@SimonBraeck]

Haha! Yes, that sound will be better😃 thank you very much!

[@СергейРахманин-б7я]

@@SimonBraeck Good afternoon, Simon! You know he won't go faster? It will just be much more fun to accelerate and easier to operate under load. When I installed ahu, I naively hoped that it would go a little faster, although I know perfectly well that the speed depends on the gear ratios of the gearbox. In summary: cruising speed 77-80 kph, but the thrust is very powerful. Once I had to pull a 2.5-ton jeep, whose brakes were jammed)) I did it.

[@bjrnvonderfehr8636]

wow - fin tur og noen små utfordringer skal det jo være langs veien ;-) Ta turen innom vanlife Norge på fb og bli endel av community og få bekjente over hele landet.

[@SimonBraeck]

hehe, ja det hører med :) skal sjekke det ut, takk!

[@elanoise]

Ah it's ok, don't be so stressed. We also have a t3) and almost same stories. Good luck with engine swap (btw first what we did in out van is swap the engine to 1.8T from audi)))))

[@SimonBraeck]

It seems like every T3 owner have a similar story😂 Thanks, I’m so stoked

[@elanoise]

@@SimonBraeck yep xD i will share also link to our engine swap if you interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHnTeZlth89msMU&ab_channel=I_am_Atomic

[@arhodes2866]

Thanks for sharing. Good luck

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks!

[@TheAughoti]

If you get the chance to clean out the engine bay, fix any rust and paint it then I would take the chance. Put sound proof material im there too. It makes all the difference.

[@SimonBraeck]

We’ll try to do it all now as we have the chance, thanks for the advice

[@relaxation_ambience]

As I see from your current and older videos, you invested in your car while fixing it so much, that you could probably buy 2 new :))

[@SimonBraeck]

heeeey, I don’t know about that😄

[@alexvinnikov2967]

I see you have also grills(black-plastic: 6:20 min) on the lower parts of vehicle - might chances there also caught a water too? think need to check these or so(as it may affect some parts, rust possibility)

[@SimonBraeck]

We have taken these off one time, and it didn’t show any rust at all. I guess it could easily rust though, so we might be lucky in that regard.

[@Buyituseitwriteit]

Remember to install an oil cooler for the AAZ engine. Tends to get hot

[@SimonBraeck]

Taken care of🤗

[@osamabuabbas7144]

Nice adventure with the car. I can’t wait for the new engine too. 💐💐

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks! Yes, really looking forward to it :D

[@CarlJones14]

I nearly got flooded by the tide on Anglesey North Wales. The off grid carpark sign said "Liable to flooding". In my book, that means very high tides. I checked the tides and they weren't particularly high. So just about to go to bed at the highest point of the carpark and thought I'd check the tide. Opened the sliding door and we were in the sea!😱 I just drove and saved the campervan. The sign should have said: "Carpark floods at high tide." Looking back, we were in about 4/5" on water.

[@SimonBraeck]

Oh snap, that sounds scary!!! I don’t think we ever came close to that, at least our floor was dry. Couldn't know for sure, but we got back in the end. And a new engine is kind of a decent gift at the end of all that drama. I’m glad you saved your van too!

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

I had my share of breakdowns in my old T3. They have their issues. When I finally got him sorted I sold him...mad, wish I had kept him. Andy U.K.

[@andreasdahl717]

Det er bare å lovprise VW entusiasmen! Fix bilen og stikk ut på ny tur :D :D

[@SimonBraeck]

Nemlig, vi gir oss ikke så lett😄

[@davidtom6120]

WOOOW YOU ARE REALLY BRAVE ..BLESS YOU......I AM FROM IRAQ....LOVE YOU.

[@galaxies7426]

good people meet good people.

[@SimonBraeck]

Wise words🙏🏼

[@davidchase7166]

Glad there was a happy ending and Mr Norris will live on. Was it the flood that caused the engine and clutch problems? Do you know how high the flood was? Looks like the new engine is an AAZ, our other Syncro has an AAZ and it goes really well. Can't wait to see it up and running. Shame the trip is over now but really looking forward to seeing what you folkens are up to next :)

[@SimonBraeck]

Me too :) About 3,5 meters according to the web, which was really surprising! It was never higher than the exhaust so I really doubt it had much to do with the other parts failing. After having taken out the old engine, we realized how tired it was and I’m glad this forced us to proceed with the swap. AAZ all the way for us, really stoked to see how it performs. The folkens will be back, together with Norris new heart, stronger than ever🤗🤗

[@davidchase7166]

@@SimonBraeck Yeah that's what I was thinking. If the water was that high to cause engine trouble then surely there would be water in the van as the door seals aren't usually that good. Your going to love having the AAZ, but as with all of these vans your always chasing the weak link. It's really nice to see other enthusiasts helping you out too. That's one thing I love about the VW community. Do you know how long it will be before he's back up and running?

[@SimonBraeck]

Indeed, I feel that point about the weak link. Luckily, the more parts we change, the more overview we have of the total status of the van, as we haven’t owned this van since it was new. Feels good to take care of it and make it “up to date”. Now we’re waiting for a refurbished diesel pump before the engine can be installed. Let’s hope things are done within 2-3 weeks

[@TimmyTurner421]

Great video quality

[@SimonBraeck]

Cheers Timmy!😊

[@isparshmehta]

you guys are awesome, especially the way you keep things in you footage ,,,, norge er vakker

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you🤗 Norge er vakkert ja🤩

[@shelekhov]

Who would steal dirty boots? I had a sweaty shirt stolen that I left hanging on a tree during the run in Prague. Twice! ;) And it wasn't the tide or the wind sadly.

[@SimonBraeck]

Haha, I know! Best explanation we could come up with with our sleepy faces... What, that sounds even weirder. It must have been a super expensive brand ;)

[@KombiLife]

honestly who would be mad enough to buy an old VW? 😉

[@SimonBraeck]

Exactly, crazy people😄 How could we otherwise be provided with epic breakdowns and situations where people show kindness and how helpful we all can be☺️

[@pimacanyon6208]

You definitely have the best friends on the planet. Says a lot about you and them both ;-)

[@SimonBraeck]

Haha, thanks! :) We can only thank our friends this time, let’s hope we can make it up to them some other time.

[@DanTheManIOM]

What a story !

[@SimonBraeck]

Kind of crazy😜

[@rodellwilliams871]

Maybe you guys should reconfigure the exhaust pipe

[@SimonBraeck]

On it! :)

[@SlaskBliskoLasu]

fantastisk

[@SimonBraeck]

Utrolig at vi kom oss hjem😂

[@Haraldsvensk]

Insert a VW Tdi 1.9 liter. There are quite a few who have done it. Check online. Greeting from Sweden

[@SimonBraeck]

We decided on a 1.9TDK, let’s see what the future brings though😊

[@Italjohn]

What engine are you putting in?

[@SimonBraeck]

En blodtrimma AAZ, haha🤠👏🏼

[@Italjohn]

@@SimonBraeck Samme som jeg har i min. Justerte opp dieselpumpen 1/4 turn, og den ble en helt annen motor. Skal du gjøre jobben selv?

[@SimonBraeck]

Kult😊 Gleder meg vilt til å teste den. Vi får god hjelp av folk som kan alle triks i boka. Men hvis du har andre gode tips er vi lutter øre!

[@Italjohn]

@@SimonBraeck Gleder med til å se filmen, liker slike teknikkfilmer. Tuning "trikset" lærte jeg wvbuss forum, skal visst hjelpe å justere opp turbotrykk til 1bar også.

[@SimonBraeck]

Vi har sett tråden din på forumet, mange gode råd der😊👍🏼

[@hjaltialava6439]

How many kilometers did you have on the old engine? I have a JX that has 170.000 km on it but I am a bit conserned how the headgasket will hold in the long run.

[@SimonBraeck]

220.000km. It needed a lot of love or a replacement.

[@joycekepic8947]

Hi from New York what a beautiful country you have there I enjoy your videos but I have a request can you put closed caption on them thank you and stay safe

[@anjaliparanjape9582]

Great patients 👍hat's of

[@SimonBraeck]

We try our best😄

[@pdcichosz]

Well. This sums up for me what we talked about under another video :|

[@SimonBraeck]

What’s life without challenges? 😄

[@naturalwalker7757]

hi, would you introduce more about your home and home town?

[@lesvoyagesdelouis6574]

Intéressant

[@Algérie-T3]

manifique vidéo bravo

[@SimonBraeck]

thanks!

[@sanST701]

subaru impreza engine, 1.5 or 1.6 and done. Swap awd too? XD

[@SimonBraeck]

1.9 TDK for now, let’s see what the future brings though!

[@balee83]

Pontosan milyen műszaki probléma történt? 🙁

[@bgswtdaddyliscious8507]

Well, you wanted a Vanagon and a diesel??....The best thing is to buy a few different repair manuals and some tools. GETTER DONE...Dark in the forest AND with a SMOKEN hot woman HELL YA...the BEST!

[@SimonBraeck]

We’re well into the process of getting a new engine installed, can’t wait to test it! :)

[@bgswtdaddyliscious8507]

@@SimonBraeck Great! But learn to fix it yourself especially when you're in the road. Of course with that beautiful woman in the van with you, you might want to brake down more often...OHHHYAAAAA!!!!

[@carpenterek]

True Norwegians, - I didn`t now!

[@SimonBraeck]

Nordlendinga til og med😉👏🏼

[@iangrimshaw1]

It happens. If you ever come over to England (I know you've been to Scotland) hook up to the Club 80-90 or send me a message if you need any help.

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks Ian, I’ll keep that in mind!🤗

[@niklask7005]

Looks like 1.9TD AAZ. Am I right? ;-)

[@SimonBraeck]

Sharp eye😉

[@niklask7005]

@@SimonBraeck Nice, mine is nearly completely assembled in the Workshop. Can't wait until it is running. Do you go with or without intercooler and oil-cooler?

[@SimonBraeck]

Nice!! So keen to test ours too. First we’ll only have oil-cooler, might add an intercooler later on.

[@niklask7005]

@@SimonBraeck I feel you. How long will it Take?!

[@SimonBraeck]

We’re waiting for a new diesel pump and then need to find a place to mount the engine in the van. Hopefully a week or two👍🏼

[@pantologist2216]

1am in the night to.help someone stranded in highway I way beyond being kind...

[@SimonBraeck]

I know, totally insane🤯

[@gulkhan-eh7vl]

Any help ?

[@AggyGoesOutdoors]

Always a mystery to me why people with minimal mechanical knowledge take on these 30 year old vehicles that were unreliable when they were new.

[@SimonBraeck]

What’s life without any challenges though?

[@AggyGoesOutdoors]

@@SimonBraeck not as unnecessarily stressful as it clearly was for you and your partner as you posted in the pinned comment I guess.

[@martionpaul3210]

Love your van can I have it

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks😊😊

[@jacintaemmett566]

You need a different van. That particular type is a nightmare regardless of rebuilding

[@SimonBraeck]

Challenge accepted🤓

[@kjetsaa]

Do not use VW. This will not be the last time you have problems. I have had 3 pcs. Never again.

[@SimonBraeck]

Some things are too nostalgic to be given up on😄