conversion decisions

  1. N

    Camper conversion - converter to register and certify?

    Hi all, Very new to all this and wondering if anyone can give some advice please? We’re struggling to find the SWB VW T6 interior we like together with a low mileage and not too silly a price, so we’re considering getting a company to do a conversion with the interior and extras that we’d...
  2. W

    Camper conversion - reuse ply panels?

    Hello, I am converting my t6 panel van into a camper. I’ve removed and kept the wall and floor ply, which is in good condition. My question or query is regarding reusing it to cover the now insulated and sound proofed surface. This is my first inversion and I would like to ask if it’s ok to...
  3. M

    T6.1 New Camper Conversion Spec Advise

    My wife has a new T6.1 Highline van just arrived for conversion to a camper, we would welcome any advise on spec please. So far basics are pop top, rib bed, no microwave. Single heated seats, 18 inch allows two tone paintwork , diesel heater, . we won’t be overnighting in it as it is just for my...
  4. O

    Green and clueless

    Hi all, Just joined the forum because my wife is desperate for a campervan but we're on a really tight budget. We'll need to sell our car to finance it so the van will have to double as a daily-driver. I had thought the most cost effective way to do this would be to buy a base van and have it...
  5. D

    Cali or 6.1 conversion?

    Currently own a California DSG but want a manual so looking at a conversion (LWB high line) the van we’ve found is expedition camper (camper king) which seems to be a marmite converter! Are we being daft swapping our cali for a conversion for roughly similar money? It does feel like a downgraded...
  6. L

    Under Seat Storage - Kombi camper

    Hi all, I'm at the planning stage for converting my Transporter Kombi into a camper and am pondering over the idea of storage. Looking at the pricing of including airline style cupboards and underbed storage are pretty pricey but I can see the advantage of having it. I had a California Beach...
  7. A

    Day van or full camper?

    Great info on this forum :). Currently living in West London for a few years (due to work, not choice ;)) and I think we're finally going to take the plunge and get a V6/6.1. Our plan is to replace our car and have the Van as the daily driver, we want to just find somewhere during the week...
  8. JonriceT6

    Day van or full camper dilemma.

    I’m about to get my van converted, mid July it goes in. Pop top is getting done. But my dilemma stands with: Do I get a rib120 with full kicthen layout, or do I go for a rib 150 with fridge underneath or kitchen pod? What are the pros and cons for a day van layout vs full kitchen Layout. I...
  9. P

    Acquiring a camper - Eu5 5spd or Eu6 6spd??

    Hi all. I'm new to this forum and looking for advice please. I've put a holding deposit on a 2016 T6 T32 BMT 150 fully converted campervan which has a euro 6 engine, mileage just under 60k. Another T6 has just been advertised closer to me which is a 2015 T6 T28 BMT 102 with a euro 5 engine 37k...
  10. N

    Shuttle camper conversion?

    I am a newbie to the conversion process. I have a 2019 LWB DSG shuttle and I will be converting it over the next 6-9 months. I have arranged and booked a Pop top fitting but any advice on the best order to complete things, will be very much welcomed.I would like to know what I can be doing...
  11. T

    Need some advice on a new van for conversion...

    Hi All, Looking to buy a new T6.1 and I've put a spec together of what I think might make a great starter van for conversion, but would love to hear people's thoughts on what I do and don't need... T30 Kombi Highline SWB 150 PS 2.0 TDI 7sp DSG - Ascot Grey Interior - Titanium Black/Titanium...
  12. Amymax18

    Questions to ask conversion company ?

    Hi all, I currently have a SWB T5.1 that is soon to be replaced with a LWB T6! The SWB has a somewhat DIY conversion in it and my plan is to send the LWB to a conversion company. I'm currently trying to find a conversion company in Scotland to fit - diesel heater, pop top with solar, electrics...
  13. L

    T6.1 useful/best options for conversion

    Hi, After thinking about an adventure mobile for a few years and realising on Christmas that we need a bigger car for both kids + all the gear anyway we decided to put our money into a T6.1 LWB. The idea is to use the car as a people mover for normal life but add camper options (e.g., Vanessa...
  14. R

    buying conversion or already converted?

    Hey folks! I'm after a T6 camper, with the standard conversion kit. May also consider T5, if the price and spec is right! We're not after anything too fancy or modern. Hoping to spend no more than 35k (which seems a challenge looking at the value of some) rough spec: T6 2015-2018? mileage -...
  15. A

    4Motion - Underslung gas

    Hello, So I'm currently in the process of converting our T32 SWB 4Motion into a Swamper camper and all currently is going good and to plan.... so far. Touch wood. i know there isn't a space to mount the LPG tank under the vehicle as standard due to the Diff being in the desired mounting...
  16. J

    New Member Alert! Which spec would you recommend?

    Hello there! New to the community and on the cusp of putting a deposit down on a new T6.1 conversion... The question is, which of the following would you go for?! Price is about the same and I think I'm just choosing between looks and practicality, but would love to get some more seasoned...
  17. M

    Do I need an inverter?

    I'm in the process of spec'ing camper conversion and I need a bit of advice please. I have a T6 Kombi that I plan on fully converting in 2 stages: Stage 1 is roof, insulated, carpeted, electrics (2 x 12v sockets, 2 x USB points, 2 x 240v sockets, 4 x LED spot, 2 x led reading lights, dimmer...
  18. E

    Where to Start

    Hi Newbie here so bear with me. managed to get my hands on a 6.1 panel van that I’ll have in a week or two intend to do a fair bit myself but will leave cutting to the professionals. So question is logically seems poptop and windows will be right place to start. Unless someone can tell me I’m...
  19. Andyr12

    Lower before or after converted?

    Hi guys as always a little bit of advice please. I want to lower around 40/50mm although comfort is a priority rather than out and out performance as long term I intend to convert to a camper. As funds and time are short at the minute my dilemma is if I get the optimum set up and appearance...
  20. Rapt0rUK

    150ps or 204ps for T32 LWB camper??

    Hi folks, Newbie here but we're finally getting close to pulling the trigger on our base van for a camper conversion. We've got our eyes on a couple of options and planning to get out to see them this weekend. One question, I was after some thoughts on...150 vs 204... There seems to be...
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