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Post by jdmac2312 on Aug 7, 2015 19:43:09 GMT 10
Continuing on with the renovation, we have replaced the rotten part of the floor and it is looking good. The best advice I could give anyone who needs to replace a part of the floor is, 'use a trolley jack.' We found this piece of equipment very handy in lifting the caravan off the frame, rather than undo all the side trimming etc. We were then able to create a gap large enough to slide the new floor panel in place. Good thinking by Kevin.
We also found that the wood which is beside the wheel arch was also rotten, so removed the rivets, took out the rotten piece and replaced with a new piece, then replaced rivets.
Everything appears to coming along nicely at present. Fingers crossed it continues that way, but when reading other posts, hidden gremlins do appear when they are least expexted.
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Post by atefooterz on Aug 7, 2015 20:08:38 GMT 10
Thanks for the update. Looking back on your thread you said no leaks in heavy rain = yay, but where did this water get in to rot the floor? Was there any signs of the wheel arches leaking via a crack or the old rivet hioles?
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Post by jdmac2312 on Aug 7, 2015 20:11:27 GMT 10
The water had gotten in with the people before we got the van. When we took up the plastic under the bed there was a piece of ply just screwed in over a big hole. We are assuming that is where the water had gotten in before we got the van.
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Post by atefooterz on Aug 7, 2015 20:22:06 GMT 10
Sounds like it should be really good now and a top idea to use that trolley jack.  |
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Post by jdmac2312 on Aug 10, 2015 16:11:08 GMT 10
Well its onwards and upwards once again on the van renovation, feeling excited. We prepped and painted the windows today as we were sick of trying to get rid of the anodisation, so decided to paint them instead. And boy do they look good so far link |
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Post by Mustang on Aug 11, 2015 8:58:14 GMT 10
Well its onwards and upwards once again on the van renovation, feeling excited. We prepped and painted the windows today as we were sick of trying to get rid of the anodisation, so decided to paint them instead. And boy do they look good so far linkMMMmmm thats one way of getting over it, maybe I could have saved myself seven months work of scubbing & polishing??? |
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Post by jdmac2312 on Aug 11, 2015 12:02:08 GMT 10
Yes we thought the same thing mustang
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Post by jdmac2312 on Sept 7, 2015 17:53:19 GMT 10
We have finished the 12volt wiring thanks to my wonderful husband Kevin for his hard work, I was the TA this time. Next on the agenda is to make sure that all possible ways for water to get in the walls is looked at and attended to if needed and then the vinyl on the floor.
We have also adjusted the old sink frame and made the new one for the fridge as our new fridge is slightly taller than the old one. Also have the frame for what used to be the wardrobe, now storage cupboard done as well.
Once we get the vinyl down, we will then start putting up the ply on the walls all being well. Then onto finishing the frames with ply and into place. After that the bed and seats.
Will get some photos of the floor and walls as soon as we get them done.
Jacquie and Kevin
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Post by doublechevron on Sept 7, 2015 22:57:23 GMT 10
All ways of water getting in LOL..... Just a quick re-seal job mate ..... Resealing is *all* I have done to the 'van here.... I reckon I'm 50hours in ... and only about 70% of the way through! I've been at it every spare chance I've had for nearly 3months!
seeya,
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Post by jdmac2312 on Oct 2, 2015 18:42:00 GMT 10
Well at long last we have started putting the new walls in and if I say so myself, it is looking good. Walls |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2015 10:59:14 GMT 10
Hi Jacquie and Kevin,
I have the exact same van as yours & you guys are doing an awesome job of it - you should be proud of all you achievement so far
keep them pics coming cos it's giving me ideas for mine
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Post by jdmac2312 on Oct 15, 2015 16:00:07 GMT 10
Hi Darren, thanks for the compliment. We have finished the walls on the back now and will be doing the front over tne weekend. Then onto the front seats next. Will post more pics once all the walls are done.
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Post by jdmac2312 on Oct 26, 2015 17:53:24 GMT 10
Well all, just an update on where we are at on the Micro Millard. We have finished the walls at long last and are now starting on redoing the front seats. Replacing old damaged wood and putting on new ply etc. Once in place will,take some photos for you all.
Keep up all the good posts.
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Post by jdmac2312 on Feb 1, 2016 15:24:47 GMT 10
Hi everyone,
Just an update on where we are at, (photos later). Kevin has finished installing all the 12v wiring and fuse boxes. Seats are in place awaiting final coat of paint. Fridge cupboard and kitchen in. Starting on the bed next. Will post photos once this starts.
All depends on the weather. After our visit to the happy campers at Evans Head, we realise how much we missed camping.
Jacquie and Kevin.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2016 9:47:45 GMT 10
Hi everyone, Just an update on where we are at, (photos later). Kevin has finished installing all the 12v wiring and fuse boxes. Seats are in place awaiting final coat of paint. Fridge cupboard and kitchen in. Starting on the bed next. Will post photos once this starts. All depends on the weather. After our visit to the happy campers at Evans Head, we realise how much we missed camping. Jacquie and Kevin. It was a lovely surprize to have you and Kevin call in over the weekend, Petra and I have really fallen for Evan's Head will be going back in either Aug or Sept for a week. Sounds like we may see your van on the road soon, looking forward to some photo's too.
Cheers P&L
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Post by crowbar on Feb 3, 2016 11:13:24 GMT 10
Lawrence and Petra, thanks for the hospitality and guided tour of the vans at Evans Head. There certainly were some vans that I have never seen before and congratulations to the owners. They have done some great work restoring and keeping these treasured caravans on the road.
For the Millard the battery box air vent went in on Monday and now that the finish line is viewable after our weekend visit, it is now time to complete the task.
The heat is unbelievable at the moment but a little bit of work each day adds up.
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Post by crowbar on Feb 16, 2016 13:29:23 GMT 10
The table saw spat the dummy on the weekend.
It works but in its tantrum state will only raise and lower about 2.5cm. (Hahahaha)
Update, as of this morning it will not do much at all, it is in pieces around the shed.
Just as my oomph, drive and enthusiasm were powering to finish the rolling Taj Mahal.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2016 10:34:39 GMT 10
The table saw spat the dummy on the weekend. It works but in its tantrum state will only raise and lower about 2.5cm. (Hahahaha) Update, as of this morning it will not do much at all, it is in pieces around the shed. Just as my oomph, drive and enthusiasm were powering to finish the rolling Taj Mahal. Mate I am about to fix that problem  |
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Post by crowbar on Feb 25, 2016 13:45:27 GMT 10
Thanks Lawrence,
Ended up returning the Ozito to Bunnings, no questions asked.
It was just not that good.
Came home, slightly peeved, scoured Gumtrees, low and behold, a semi professional table saw
listed 37 mins ago, Jacquie makes a quick call, great nick, good price, it now lives here.
Onward, ye Millard rebuild.
Oh, caravans are not that not square.
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Post by crowbar on Feb 25, 2016 13:51:59 GMT 10
Thanks for the update. Looking back on your thread you said no leaks in heavy rain = yay, but where did this water get in to rot the floor? Was there any signs of the wheel arches leaking via a crack or the old rivet hioles? We never answered this one. The water appears to have gotten in at the edges of the plywood behind the wheel arches as you mentioned. It is where the 90 degree aluminium bracket that covers the edge of the side wall meets the trailer frame. The decorative and protective strip would possibly be a name for it. Anyone refitting/repairing, my suggestion would be to seal the edges as I have where you open the strip. It is a bugger of a job cutting and replacing floor. Interesting, rewarding but still quite a task. Further, if the strip is doing its job, leave it alone, though it does seem to sag on the rivets over time. One of those, do I, don't I type tasks. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2016 15:29:55 GMT 10
I could swear I said the exact same thing to a nice bloke on Sunday....  |
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Post by jdmac2312 on Feb 29, 2016 18:32:20 GMT 10
Well, I said I would post a photo soon, so here it is. The wiring under my seat  |
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Post by crowbar on Mar 7, 2016 22:24:07 GMT 10
Jacquie,
Will it work?
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Post by crowbar on Mar 7, 2016 22:31:45 GMT 10
I could swear I said the exact same thing to a nice bloke on Sunday.... Lockyer, me ole china. As the countdown to the weekend nears. Caravans not being square comes even more to the fore. Hoping my glasses are not too strong and "eyeballing" things works out. Renovation could be said to be, "the eyes have it". |
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Post by crowbar on Apr 16, 2016 13:09:22 GMT 10
Weather has been too hot since our sojourn with Lockyer and his good lady.
Only little things have been done on the electrics and some sanding.
This week the weather has changed to cooler and the "reno" can noe
continue to a finish.
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