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Post by shesgotthelook on Mar 17, 2016 7:57:36 GMT 10
Was actually a 240v zap Mustang! I think one of the wires was in contact with the tin & that's why it got me. I thought that bakelite switch didn't do anything but it obviously let the electrickery into those loose wires. Pretty stupid of me really.  |
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Post by sportsman 1 on Mar 17, 2016 9:06:18 GMT 10
Nice table there SGTL!
Happy to see you have been able to use it ok.
Leigh.
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Post by akeepsake on Mar 18, 2016 23:00:39 GMT 10
Was actually a 240v zap Mustang! I think one of the wires was in contact with the tin & that's why it got me. I thought that bakelite switch didn't do anything but it obviously let the electrickery into those loose wires. Pretty stupid of me really. Glad u r ok Lindsey but how does the new perm look? You have to be highly intelligent and very switched on to play around with those electrons  The van is looking great and the couch/ bunk is a great addition. How did you go with the roof Did yo get some waterproof membrane on it ? Just been to Deloraine again for the long weekend here Can't stay away from the place !! Cheers Andtew |
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Post by shesgotthelook on Mar 23, 2016 16:10:36 GMT 10
The new tape went on a treat,  Waterproofing membrane not so successful   Tried sanding,  Now trying to remove which is proving very difficult  On a lighter note, the wiring is done & safety switch installed. Even let me keep my bakelite inlet socket  |
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Post by tooleyau on Mar 23, 2016 17:31:29 GMT 10
I used a heat gun and a good scraper. The problem that I had was that someone had redone the roof with a shade cloth, rather than calico. Bunnings have good cheap ones.
Mike
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Post by akeepsake on Mar 23, 2016 20:05:13 GMT 10
Wow you really are having fun ah! When I membraned the Jenno I lightly sanded the canvas then applied it thickly with a roller and it stuck like brown stuff to a blanket
What went wrong?
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Post by shesgotthelook on Mar 23, 2016 21:00:26 GMT 10
It came up all rough & gravelly. I thinks because it was a 2 part compound. Perhaps we should have left the 2nd component out. Bruce is keen to have another go without mixing it but I'm not so sure. I think I'd rather just paint it. |
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Post by akeepsake on Mar 24, 2016 11:00:06 GMT 10
Noooo! Source this!!  It's what I used and is water based and rated for exterior! Went on with roller and when dry sanded smooth ( carefully) then two undercoats to smoth it out Then topcoats All water based otherwise it will crack . You have to make sure original surface is sanded and clean Check out Jenno thread I did the whole hatch but only needed to patch the rest . It'll work perfect with your tape as the thick and stretches If you need me to send you some let me know ! |
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Post by akeepsake on Mar 24, 2016 11:07:17 GMT 10
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Post by shesgotthelook on Mar 26, 2016 9:04:53 GMT 10
Andrew, I tried to get this stuff but the nearest stockist is Sunbury. Going to look into a waterproof undercoat later today. It's not like the van will be outside for any length of time. Here is my waterproofing safety electrical device!  Oh dear, I just noticed the electrician used Phillips head screws !  |
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Post by akeepsake on Mar 26, 2016 9:19:18 GMT 10
No pic ?
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Post by shesgotthelook on Apr 11, 2016 8:59:00 GMT 10
This was the product we used, plenty left if anyone wants to buy it!   Anyway, all removed & have undercoated with this;  Available at Bunnings but you will have to go look for it, they kept trying to sell me something from the bathroom section with the same name of Crommelin but this is what you need & it is in the paint section.  My retired builder (who helps me out with the tricky bits), brought this tool out to show me, says it was used for stretching canvas on bus roofs.  |
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Post by shesgotthelook on Apr 14, 2016 17:29:57 GMT 10
First coat of roof done   I know I'm getting a bit ahead of myself here, but have started to make curtains. With re-painting the inside, what should I do to make the new paint stick without it going all ghost like?  |
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Post by shesgotthelook on May 19, 2016 17:07:01 GMT 10
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Post by shesgotthelook on May 24, 2016 21:57:43 GMT 10
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Post by willies on May 24, 2016 22:13:30 GMT 10
Coming along nicely. We are feeling the pain re the amount of painting. Interested in the water tank and pump set up. Need to look to see if we can put in something similar for ours as we have a lovely blue sink but no water.
Keep up the great work.
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Post by shesgotthelook on May 29, 2016 15:31:31 GMT 10
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Post by shesgotthelook on Jun 19, 2016 13:00:54 GMT 10
I did have someone painting for me but she had to go away & won't be back until August Oh well, nothing for it then, I'll do my best!  |
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Post by akeepsake on Jun 19, 2016 23:52:56 GMT 10
What could possibly go wrong!!!
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Post by shesgotthelook on Jun 20, 2016 8:29:23 GMT 10
I've finished the inside Andrew but am too nervous to tackle the outside as yet, if I muck it up it's a bit hard to fix!  Mr SGTL started on the dolly wheel   Front window re lined & hardware installed  few little details, couldn't find dome headed nickel plated brass screws big enough, pan heads will be temporary or I'll fill the holes & start again. Have to fill the old 2nd ones anyway, original handles beyond restoration.  |
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Post by Mustang on Jun 20, 2016 16:13:08 GMT 10
Those front windows look a treat!!
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Post by sportsman 1 on Jun 21, 2016 19:54:35 GMT 10
What size screws and how long? ?? I should be able to help. |
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Post by shesgotthelook on Jun 21, 2016 22:23:05 GMT 10
That's a very good question. I'll have a look at the packet the pan head came out of & get back to you.
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Post by shesgotthelook on Jun 25, 2016 17:36:26 GMT 10
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