Introducing The Van Cave

[The Van Cave]

I am delighted to announce that Skyline Roofs are coming soon to the Van Cave.

We will be offering all of their fantastic roof options for installation at the cave, including the outstanding low profile Skylow, and we will also be matching their fantastic October Offer:

Place an order in October for any skyline roof to be fitted at the cave and we will give you a free upgrade to a scenic canvas and include a standard bed for free!

For more details of the products offered, head over to the skyline website Skyline Roofs

We have availability for fitting before the end of 2021, so to discuss further, or to book your fitting, either send us a DM here, or email chris@thevancave.co.uk

 

[JOG]

This is great news Chris! Fantastic to see your business developing. Congratulations

 

[The Van Cave]

This is great news Chris! Fantastic to see your business developing. Congratulations

Thanks fella, things are moving along nicely at the moment with more to come in the future too.

 

[Skyliner33]

Thanks fella, things are moving along nicely at the moment with more to come in the future too.

Nice one. Keep pestering them for details of when the LWB is coming

 

[The Van Cave]

Long overdue update part 1!

It's been far too long since I last updated this thread and I've got quite a nice selection of work to share with you, so this might need a few separate posts!

This stunning Caravelle has had the following Van Cave additions:
KW V1 Coil Over Suspension
THQ V3 LED Headlights
Black Aluminium Sidesteps
Sportline Style Front Splitter
Lower Gloss Black Front Splitter




Another gorgeous Caravelle, we've added the following:
ST-X Coilover Suspension
Wolfrace Wolfhart California 18" Wheels and Tyres.




One of our Favourite Kombis has been back to us again. This time for a luxurious new front headlining, with A and B Pillars, plus rear one piece ceiling all re-trimmed to match.

 

[The Van Cave]

Long overdue update part 2!

This Ascot Grey PV was treated to the following:
H&R Coilover kit with Adjustable Rebound Damping




Another PV, but this time Candy White:
ST-X Coilover Suspension
20" Wolfrace Wolfsburg with Falken Azenis FK510 tyres
I love a white PV with black wheels, what do you all think??




A Startline to Highline Front End Transformation:
New Bumper, Grilles and Splitter
Fog light Retrofit
Koni Sport Shocks and 40mm Lowering Springs

 

[The Van Cave]

Long Overdue Update Part 3!

Custom Satin Black Powder Coat Inovit Frixion 5 Fitted to this Kombi, we also ceramic coated the wheels before fitting:




This Indium Grey Camper had the following added:
ST-X T32 Coilover Suspension
H&R Anti Roll Bars
THQ V3 LED Headlights
Satin Black Trapezoid Sidebars
Satin Black Front Splitter
20" SuperMetal Fin Black/Polished Alloys with 265/40 tyres
This was the first van to which we fitted the new T32 ST-X coilovers and they are just as impressive as expected. Exceptional value for money.




This stunning PV needed dropping to make the most of the new wheels, but it needed to stay comfortable too. We chose our H&R coilover offering with the rebound damping adjustment and it was the perfect choice! The wheels are Navis 19" Holey Steel, custom finished in reflex silver with chrome outer rim by Duchy Banded Wheels. I probably shouldn't say it, but this is one of my personal favourites.



One last van for now, reflex silver tin top camper:
Koni sport shocks and 40mm lowering springs
18” SuperMetal Rocket with Michelin Cross Climate 2 tyres



That's it for now, I'll try not to leave it too long before the next update!

Cheers all.

 

[Skyliner33]

Great work as always @The Van Cave.

Am I correct in saying Lowest --> Highest is:

H&R (80mm) -> ST-X (65mm)-> KW V1 (60mm)

But, in your opinion, what is the order in comfort?

Thanks

 

[The Van Cave]

Great work as always @The Van Cave.

Am I correct in saying Lowest --> Highest is:

H&R (80mm) -> ST-X (65mm)-> KW V1 (60mm)

But, in your opinion, what is the order in comfort?

Thanks

Thank Jon.

The KW and ST-X both go to 65mm, the only real difference between them is the stainless steel front strut bodies on the KW.

H&R will do 80 on the front, sometimes a little less on the rear in an empty PV, but usually 80.

In heavier vans it’s possible that they (all 3 kits) go lower than the figures above, but to maintain the TUV approval the figures quoted above are the maximum drops.

As for comfort, it’s so close between them that you would struggle to tell the difference, even if you back to back tested them on the same van.

Due to the comfort levels all being so good, class leading in all cases, for me it’s as follows when discussing coilovers:

ST-X: Anyone wanting moderate drops up to 65mm and keeping the budget sensible.

KW V1: As above, but with a little added bling from the stainless front strut bodies at a couple hundred or so quid more.

H&R: Anyone wanting drops between 65-80mm. Alternatively, anyone wanting drops from 50-80mm who might like a play with the rebound damping on the front.

Cheers.

 

[GordonHR]

I think it also depends on the weight of the van etc as well.
I had the kwv1 on my empty T32 Shuttle and now have the H&R damping adjustable coilovers above... which are noticeable more comfy.

But the KW performed well, when I have a full van... which is very rare.

 

[The Van Cave]

It’s often said that Solow suspension, 20s and load rated tyres can’t be done, but it can, even on a T32.

Here are two vans doing exactly that. First is a T30, second is a T32 that’s 100mm down. A few minor arch liner tickles and it’s perfect.

T30:


T32 and a heavy camper at that.

 

[JOG]

It’s often said that Solow suspension, 20s and load rated tyres can’t be done, but it can, even on a T32.

Here are two vans doing exactly that. First is a T30, second is a T32 that’s 100mm down. A few minor arch liner tickles and it’s perfect.

T30:View attachment 143824
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T32 and a heavy camper at that.
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I think that T32 is from Tidworth!!!!

 

[Dellmassive]

Nice

 

[Bav]

I think that T32 is from Tidworth!!!!

Is that a euphemism?

 

[JOG]

Is that a euphemism?

I’m squinting really hard and I can’t find one

 

[JOG]

Is that a euphemism?

Think it is @RyanGerry van

 

[RyanGerry]

I think that T32 is from Tidworth!!!!

That’s not my one

 

[JOG]

That’s not my one

There’s me trying to be clever - I thought it was yours!

 

[T6_FunBus]

How much are st-x fitted, how do they compare to b14’s and can they get a 60-80mm drop?

 

[The Van Cave]

How much are st-x fitted, how do they compare to b14’s and can they get a 60-80mm drop?

Hi, ST-X are £1150 including VAT and fitting at the cave. They are a better quality kit than the original B14 and a much better ride quality. They are a better quality kit than the B14 komfort too and the ride quality is at least as good. You can definitely get 65mm, it can be possible to get more, but I have other great options for that too, although they are more expensive. PM me for more details if you would like to know more.

Cheers, Chris.