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Post by akeepsake on Jun 16, 2013 19:23:11 GMT 10
Thanks Murray for that Much appreciated ;D
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Post by murray on Jun 17, 2013 19:17:35 GMT 10
Seeshell was right. Had a bit of a scratch around on the other side of the door today as there was a small hole at the back of the wardrobe.  Found a little more rotten timber Had to peel back the cladding .The nails didn't need removing , they fell out once I broke away the rotten timber  Had to replace most of it ,cut back into the firm wood about 30mm - a few hours work but satisfied with the repairs. Will post photos later |
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Post by akeepsake on Jun 29, 2013 20:49:04 GMT 10
Lookin like your getting on top of it Murray  At least once its sorted and the skin is back on no one will know (except all of us who look at this post!)  but always satisfying knowing what the end product will be Was wondering if you need window rubbers I am presuming you have quailicraft windows and you outer dust seals are harder than a horses shoe ! I'm currently tracking some down so let us know Take care ! Andrew |
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Post by jenniewren on Jul 8, 2013 20:55:20 GMT 10
Wow Murray....that is quite an achievement replacing that rotted timber & I love the tiles! I thought I was the only one who used batteries to hold things together whilst glue dried! Two great minds and all that! Those tiles are in great condition. I thought about lifting a few of the Rambler's but not that fussed...there are a few stains & now I call it "vintage history". Fooling around with tiles that contain asbestos scares the hell outta me! Knowing my luck they wouldn't come off as easily as yours......
My Rambler Deluxe is a very similar shape to yours except mine is baby size, so the retro shape really hits you in the face! I love ally unpainted with the stripes.....keep posting those pic's I am intrigued what you are going to do with the interior. Will you be keeping the pink stripe paint colour outside?......raining yet???
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Post by murray on Jul 9, 2013 22:12:22 GMT 10
Finally finished cutting out the rot and replacing the timber around the wheel arches Just enough clamps to hold it all together till the glue dries  then above one of the windows needed replacing  Trying not to rush it so got distracted doing a little polishing. here are the before and after shots   Am now pulling wires through while I have the sides loose. Will throw the budget out the window and upgrade the single power point to a double Will hide an extra power point under the dining seat for a battery charger and install a hidden 12 volt system through the overheads. will post more photos of that progress next. Murray |
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Post by mikeoz22 on Jul 28, 2013 17:50:39 GMT 10
Murray thanks for the pics on your site, this gives me a lot of inspiration for when it come to re-doing the interior on my van. Found a couple of original tiles under the fridge when we pulled it out yesterday - similar to your white ones. The pics I posted today of the wiring of my van also have a 12v system running through it as well.
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Post by murray on Aug 1, 2013 8:36:51 GMT 10
With such fine weather in Tassie decided to do a little painting . Because of the small areas decided to do by hand using a shurline edger (she has been well loved over quite a few years) which gave a great finish because of the short hairs(?)     The colour was slightly different after taking a piece in to match up (the piece under the step) Don't think I will get the boys to come on a fishing weekend somehow  Cheers Murray |
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Post by shesgotthelook on Aug 1, 2013 11:00:31 GMT 10
Love it Murray & 'Galah' is so fitting for a pink & grey van. I am torn at the moment whether to do V2 in her original pinky rose or go green. Probably pink to match the annex.
Was 1 litre enough?
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Post by murray on Aug 1, 2013 12:10:11 GMT 10
one litre has been more than enough.
Have completed 3 sides with 2 coats and haven't even used 250 ml
cheers
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mikeoz22
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Post by mikeoz22 on Aug 1, 2013 12:50:06 GMT 10
Murray, good job, like the colours. Could I ask a favour please? Could you take some photos of the underside of your van at the back please - I'd like to see how the bottom back panel attaches to the chassis, as my van came with this panel hanging off.
Cheers
Mikeoz22
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Post by akeepsake on Aug 4, 2013 9:23:43 GMT 10
Lookin good Murray!! Almost finished bathroom/ laundry renos so can't wait to get my teeth into the caravan! Thanks heaps for the decals! They will defiantly find a spot on the old girl in due time! How's the electrical going? Give us u buzz if you decide to come up to Penguin Cheers Andrew |
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Post by murray on Aug 11, 2013 20:27:04 GMT 10
Finally finished painting OUTSIDE of van and replacing all the trim  Now onto the inside  A few rotted sections, in the cupboard and above the window  Patched and filled (first coat )  |
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Post by murray on Sept 9, 2013 20:13:53 GMT 10
Finished painting out the van. White semigloss acrylic on walls and ceiling. Used light yellow semigloss acrylic around the cupboards . Finally yellow oil based gloss on cupboard doors. Have taken a few photos for the insurance company   Now waiting on sparkie and gas certification. Paint the chassis . Then finally registration Cheers Murray modified by conti to restore normal page size |
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Post by akeepsake on Sept 9, 2013 20:53:45 GMT 10
Looking great Murray bout to start mine !
Will have to chat with you sometime re Tassie rego requirements etc
Cheers Andrew ;D
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Post by murray on Jan 16, 2014 11:49:34 GMT 10
 Took Galah on a shakedown trip to Beaumaris on the sunny East Coast for a few nights. Sorted out a few minor problems -only drama was the lose of a hubcap.  looking south from Shelly Beach to Scamander Cheers |
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Post by akeepsake on Jan 16, 2014 17:25:26 GMT 10
Murray greAt to see you out and about ! Enjoying all that hard work !!! Now back to that new Harris van !!!!
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Post by murray on Mar 1, 2015 17:30:00 GMT 10
Decided to take a break from working on "George , the Harris Van " and go to Shannon's show and shine. Met a few members and potential members. Surely the best vintage caravan at the show.   Cheers Murray |
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Post by akeepsake on Mar 1, 2015 19:28:32 GMT 10
Great to see you representin' Muzz and with the "Hugs and kisses" as well . Next year you mightn't be as lonely with a Applebee, a viscount, a jenno etc! Remember Tassie is the VV capital of Aust so well done on taking out best van |
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Post by sage60a on Mar 1, 2015 21:24:39 GMT 10
Was great to see you today Murray!
You definitely had the best van there. Will be great next year to have a few more pulled up beside you.
Catch you soon
Anita
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Post by akeepsake on Mar 1, 2015 21:50:11 GMT 10
Was great to see you today Murray! You definitely had the best van there. Will be great next year to have a few more pulled up beside you. Catch you soon Anita Oops Anita did I forget to mention the sunliner at next years event ! You'll be rolling by then!!! |
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Post by sarahlou on Mar 2, 2015 8:07:44 GMT 10
Murray, the van looks great. Love your awning too.
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Post by sarahlou on Mar 2, 2015 8:10:09 GMT 10
Great to see you representin' Muzz and with the "Hugs and kisses" as well . Next year you mightn't be as lonely with a Applebee, a viscount, a jenno etc! Remember Tassie is the VV capital of Aust so well done on taking out best van Next year for the Applebee Andrew?! You're heaping the pressure on there! Hehehe |
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Post by murray on Nov 15, 2015 19:42:22 GMT 10
Another car show for "galah" representing all the vintage vanners in Tassie. Trying hard to increase our vanning profile in the holiday state 
flamingos on leave 
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Post by akeepsake on Nov 15, 2015 19:56:28 GMT 10
Great to see you representing Muzz! Trust you took,out best van once again??
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yellowspinner
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Hi Richard Great news!!can't wait for more info Colleen and Mick
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Post by yellowspinner on Nov 17, 2015 19:59:48 GMT 10
Hi Murray we have 63 valiant with slant windows, it was the same color as yours untill we painted the stripe cream, the layout inside is the same,we have sanded the cuboards and painted them .it is a great little vvan, enjoy Colleen
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but always satisfying knowing what the end product will be 
