Camper conversion companies, south coast

[roland-online]

Hi all

Am new to the forum here, but lurking a while over on some of the "other" forums

I've looking to fit solar charging to my Caravelle which has an existing split charge leisure system, running fridge and lights.

Have read the What Solar Panel & Controller? thread which is a great read, and really informative.

Can anyone recommend someone located in Sussex (or south east) who could supply and fit a decent quality system?

I've done all the Googling but recommendations (or places to avoid) would be really helpful.

Many thanks

 

[roland-online]

No-one?

Ok then, how about Sussex, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire - must be someone about

Cheers

 

[Loz]

A little bit further afield is Roger Donoghue Solar Camper Solutions - Solar for Campers he does a lot on California forum and has a very good reputation.

 

[widu13]

Not used any of them, but did get a quote from Sun Store (£500 ish for a 120w panel and a Victron). Try these:

AMC @ Golden Cross nr Halisham on the A22 Solar Panels (Single/Dual), Eastbourne East Sussex | AMC MotorCaravans
Sun Store @ Goring-on-Sea Caravan and Motorhome Accessories - Sunstore Solar
VW-T @ Henfield https://www.vw-t.co.uk/camper-vans/cost/electrical/

There are a few more and a google will reveal them I'm sure.

 

[roland-online]

Thanks for the responses.

@Loz had a reasonable quote from Roger, but unfortunately no longer fits, he's supply only - looks like good gear though.

@widu13 thanks, know of AMC already, not seen their solar work, will check out the others.

Happy to use google, but was hoping for some first-hand experiences, might just have to go on quoted price and vibe

Cheers

 

[Loz]

You'll have to go up and see Martyn @travelvolts then...

 

[roland-online]

@Loz yeah, might be what's needed

 

[widu13]

Just checked and Sunstore quoted £431 for a 150W panel with Victron and £360 (day rate) for fitting. If less than a day, labour would be less (£60 ph). The external work looks tidy enough but I thought it was a touch expensive?

 

[roland-online]

@widu13 thanks, actually doesn't seem so bad AMC quoted £747 for a 120W panel fitted, PLUS £55 for an MTTP controller, that's much higher than I'd be wiling to pay.

 

[Si Forster]

Hi
I'm fairly new to the camper world, but have a 2016 T28 S Line and need a few things doing, that I can't do myself. Can anyone recommend a 'go to' company/person for the following:
Supply and fit a diesel heater
Remap engine to 140 ish
Retro fit cruise control
I live in Hampshire
Thank you
Si

 

[Dellmassive]

@BognorMotors

Bognor Motors - Hire, Sales, Service & MOT Bognor Regis & Chichester

Not sure if they do the heater?

 

[Si Forster]

Thank you, I will check them out.

 

[robmug]

I've bought CAK tanks;
Waste: 21L step tank CAK T5 T6 205 SKIRT TANK WASTE KIT
Fresh: 38L (by spare wheel) VW T5 T6 203 FRESH TANK + FITTING KIT BLACK FILLER MOTORHOME CONVERSION

I have also bought defrost element for the fresh water AUTOMATIC DE-FROST ELEMENT + STATS
And CBE dual level gauge for fresh and waste.
Will insulate the tanks before fitting...

BUT...I'm going to really struggle to fit them; access not easy on my drive, and I'm OK on this project to involve people for the bits that I need help on.
Anyone here got a recommendation for someone to help fit?
I'm based near Goodwood, but happy to travel.

 

[Mike Dean]

try @BognorMotors

 

[Caff80]

Does anyone know a decent company to do a conversion on my LWB ?

I asked Bognor Motors when I had my windows done but they don’t really do conversions.

Anyone know anyone in sussex area who are trustworthy and won’t cost a fortune for a conversion?

Cheers

 

[Mike Dean]

Windscreen Replacement Brighton, Windscreen Repair Brighton

Windscreen Replacement Company In Brighton and Hove Providing Replacement & Repair To Cracked & Broken Windscreens.

fastline-autoglazing.co.uk

Matt who owns it doesn’t advertise conversion because they have a continuous flow of their own and customer vans in.

Certainly worth a chat, they did a lovely job on my old van.

There is also Transporter in Henfield.

Volkswagen Campervans, Specialist Dealer & T5 T6 Conversion Expert

We specialise in Volkswagen Transporter Campervans & Conversions. Browse our latest stock and contact us for more information on our range.

www.vw-t.co.uk

 

[Caff80]

Windscreen Replacement Brighton, Windscreen Repair Brighton

Windscreen Replacement Company In Brighton and Hove Providing Replacement & Repair To Cracked & Broken Windscreens.

fastline-autoglazing.co.uk

Matt who owns it doesn’t advertise conversion because they have a continuous flow of their own and customer vans in.

Certainly worth a chat, they did a lovely job on my old van.

There is also Transporter in Henfield.

Volkswagen Campervans, Specialist Dealer & T5 T6 Conversion Expert

We specialise in Volkswagen Transporter Campervans & Conversions. Browse our latest stock and contact us for more information on our range.

www.vw-t.co.uk

I did ask Simon when I picked my van up but he said they don’t really do conversions :-(

 

[Salty Spuds]

CMC, but by restricting your area to a relatively small patch, you will severely limit your options & rule out some of the best converters in the country. Broaden your horizons.

 

[Caff80]

I’m happy to travel

 

[Motina]

Try Tom at VW-Transporters in Henfield.