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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2015 16:47:24 GMT 10
This is what sort of van you get for $311 on ebay. I do have some sympathy for the perspective that suggests one should inspect these things before you buy them.... but some times I am prone to be a bit impulsive. I did think the screws were rivets...but some have suggested there are advantages to a timber frame! These photos are after the first layer of debris was removed. I'm still to decide exactly what the future holds, but have no deadline for when it needs to be complete at this stage.  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2015 16:50:07 GMT 10
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2015 16:52:44 GMT 10
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Post by tasmillard on Dec 3, 2015 5:34:01 GMT 10
Well, you got it cheap enough... the question would be is it worth the effort to rebuild and if so how much would that end up costing compared to a look after unit. I think it looks like a major job and something to keep you occupied for some time during the winter months  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2015 5:48:38 GMT 10
Bit of detergent and vacuum and will be ready..........
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2015 7:59:49 GMT 10
Hi MM and welcome to the forum.
Well that looks like a good project, one of our past moderator's 'Al' restored a Millard the same as that(or close to) if you go HERE you can read up on everything he did, he loves Millard's.  
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2015 10:21:36 GMT 10
Thanks for having a look. Apparently the roof sheets blew off in last April's storm, I suspect it was in reasonable condition prior to that (& has been filling up with water ever since!) But....it's undercover now. One thing I was very happy to find is that really the only chipboard is the benches, cupboard tops and doors, which really have to be about the easiest things to replace, especially given how simple the cupboard doors are. I can't guarantee that it will be restored 100% original, but figure I should be allowed a little leeway given what we're starting with. All the original lights, latches etc seem to be there... and the windows I've tried so far seem to work. I'll certainly be using Al's pictures to help rebuild the roof. As you say gitano, next step is scrub and vacuum....then we'll make a plan.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2015 10:31:03 GMT 10
This is what the inside looked like BEFORE the first layer of debris was removed.   |
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Post by Mustang on Dec 3, 2015 10:48:17 GMT 10
I would be checking out the frame,hitch, drawbar etc. If the van in this area is un- sound then it may be good for a donor for another in better condition.
The front cladding thats separated from the frame would indicate water damage, this generally suggests a full re-build.
Otherwise a few hundred hours spent like the rest of us here will produce some results.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2015 12:37:28 GMT 10
Draw bar and hitch can be $600, brakes from $80.00 plus id only the back plate needs replacement and it is going on and on.
By my experience $4000 + go easy in a restoration.
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Post by bobt on Dec 3, 2015 20:07:17 GMT 10
WOW!!!
What a project. Good luck with it.. one can achieve anything if one is prepared to try. Do keep the photos coming.
I am sure Al will be back once he has some other things sorted and you will be able to seek his help.
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