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    Picking up T5 based camper tomorrow

    This was a local authority community bus but is now a camper. It’s based on a VW T5. Most of the interior is made from recycled materials and finds, and it is kitted for off grid camping. More pics to follow if people are interested.

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    Before, in its former life:



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    I’m interested

    Keep the pics rolling

    Looks awesome 😎

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    Looks great. Might I suggest getting some M&S tyres for a more rugged look?

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    Quote Originally Posted by dejjl View Post
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    Like it, yes some grabber tyres would transform the look

    I see it had the rail tracking for the seats, did you retain any of it internally. I'm just getting quotes for my T6 conversion for a day van/camper and some hefty quotes. I fancy the tracking system for the seats/bed in mine but it's going to add about another 2k so decisions decisions

    Keep up the good work and yes please, more pictures as you progress

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    Make security of the doors and windows a priority as they are a week point.

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    Very nice Dave.
    Cheers..
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    moare!!!!

    more pictures please.

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    Deffo need some more interior pics.

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    I think your biggest problem for a conversion based on a minibus like this is acres of single-glazed windows and doors. It will gain and lose heat immensely quickly, so you will need to think sensibly about where and in what orientation you are pitching.

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    More pics please. Just bought a T6 Kombi so looking for inspiration.

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    I assume the wheelbase has been extended ?

    Looks like some pretty major mods from a standard T5.

    Pete

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    More pics please. Just bought a T6 Kombi so looking for inspiration.
    Are you on the T6 Forum ?

    Pete

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    Yes, T6 forum is essential study although as with this forum it encourages you to spend too much money.

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    I had a LWB T5 shuttle and it was significantly shorter then that! Reckon it looks like it could be really nice and different. Good pick up if it's mechanically sound.

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