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Post by Don Ricardo on Aug 19, 2011 16:43:22 GMT 10
Hi Rodnet, Yep - the story of this van (and its siblings) can be found in the DHL section here and in the link provided. When I set the thread up, I called it " Unnamed fibreglass caravan (Guildford, NSW)" in the index...  Not very conducive to being found when you want it. If anybody has a better idea, I'm all ears! In fact, this particular van was also discussed back in June here. While we're talking about it Rodnet, if you would like to post the pics you have on the DHL thread that would also be appreciated. Maybe I should try and collate the info on the three relevant threads into one?? Don Ricardo |
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Post by atouchofglass on Aug 19, 2011 21:41:31 GMT 10
Greetings All This set up is the best colour and car/caravan match I have seen. The curves of the car and caravan match soooooo well.  Can't stop looking at it. Cheers Atog |
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Post by seeshell on Aug 20, 2011 10:08:17 GMT 10
Hi Rod What this van is...is gorgeous. Love those Rubenesque curves.  Cheers Seeshell |
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Post by Don Ricardo on Aug 20, 2011 14:41:38 GMT 10
...Love those Rubenesque curves. G'day Seeshell, Good description! If these caravans had been around in Ruben's day, I'm sure he would have incorporated one into his paintings. Perhaps, with an annexe casually draped over one corner looking at itself in the mirror, or being put to the sword by a less-than-chivalrous knightly type on a horse...  I'd really like to see how the van is set up in side. Hopefully Boblor was able to take a gander inside and can tell us a bit about it. I'm also intrigued by what look like handles (but probably aren't) below the waistline on the middle of the side. Maybe they're vents?? Don Ricardo |
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Post by seeshell on Aug 20, 2011 15:56:14 GMT 10
Hi Don I think your second idea is correct, that they are moulded/shaped vents like some of the ones on Olympics. Another reason they might be vents is that they seem to be located in the usual location one finds fridge vents on other vans - though usually there are more vents or fins to provide input and output for heat exchange with the condenser (in this case we only see the top set). The other part of the breather for a kero/propane fridge could be inside the van (air inlets in under the fridge/side of the fridge) with only the outgoing vents on the belly band of the van. What do some of the experts think? I'm also very keen to see some interior shots - if it's half as nice as the outside, it's going to go in my "hall of fame" pictures. Cheers! Seeshell |
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Post by boblor on Aug 21, 2011 11:20:34 GMT 10
Hi All
Sorry I did not take internal photos when inspecting, the owner only had short notice from us that we would like to visit, and he had to go to work soon after we arrived. So not to delay we did not worry about the camera.
The interior is done up to match the period/original,- dining at the front, double bed across the back,kitchen opposite the entry door. The owner had to replace the floor, so a lot of work has gone into this van and very professionally done, both inside and out.
The next time we pass we will give more notice take series of photos.
Brian the owner was very interested in our Expandavan, and could not get over the room it offers.
Cheers boblor
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