Man Vs Van..

[kn0bby]

Reversing camera - wiring up.


With the camera fixed in place it was time to wire it in.

The earth cable needs to go on the earthing point at the rear passenger side.



Removed the rear light cluster to check out the wiring.





With the seal removed I could push the cable back inside to make the connection internally.







Back inside, found the Green/Black cable to make a connection.



Used one of these temp connections to test before I hardwire.



The rest of the cable is fixed to the rest of the main loom.

 

[kn0bby]

Need to remove the A pillar trim to run the cable down into the back of the dash.









My handy bit of plastic to pull the cable through.





Remove glove box.. Remove all screws top and bottom.





Then release the glovebox from this top clip and it will pull out.



Stereo out.. Sorry didn't take any pictures.. Trim removal tool around the edges and it pops off.

 

[kn0bby]

Then its blue connector, Black core = pin 12 and then Clear core = pin 6.. Mine already had something in the opposite side so replicated this.







For some reason I couldn't push in one of the pins.. So had to unclip the connector to be able to push it into place.

Took the power from the main power feed into the unit.



Right mess in here!

 

[kn0bby]

More bits.... Electrics!


oooh some more electric bits turned up..

Really impressed with Travel Volts.. They think and include everything!

https://www.travelvolts.net







Can't wait to start getting this fitted.

 

[kn0bby]

Getting Pimped..


My van is back with Bognor Motor Company getting treated to some extras.

Cheeky picture from Oli there.

Looking forward to getting it back next week.




Change of plan on the wheels, now going for a set of Vossen VFS-1's in Matt Graphite.

As the kids say today.. Its gonna look SICK!

 

[kn0bby]

Was suppose to be tidying the garage / Trimming instead


With the van back down at Bognor Motor Company.. I thought I better clean up the garage as its such a mess..

Made a good start tidying the garage then got distracted and started trimming..




Using the Harrisons hidden fixings..

Van Seat Upholstery & Mats | Harrison's Trim Supplies



Seen a few conversions where the clips show so thought i'd attempt to hide them with some tape. Might be pointless but lets try..





Good covering of contact adhesive..





To help keep it all together and to cover up the excess glue I used some waterproof duct tape.



Really pleased with the results with my first go!

 

[kn0bby]

More trimming..


Here is my trimming station... Need a cushion on the stool!



Some close ups of my suedeliner









Going up in size..



Can't wait this stuff. Its expensive.

 

[kn0bby]

Happy with the results again..







Need to test fit one before I trim it.. Not sure how I need to finish the holes.

 

[Skyliner33]

Great read. Thanks and keep posting.

Looking forward to seeing how those graphite wheels look against the blue.

 

[kn0bby]

Great read. Thanks and keep posting.

Looking forward to seeing how those graphite wheels look against the blue.

I’ve had a play with photoshop and I think they should look good.

Remember www.manvsvan.com if you want the big images.

 

[CALLAKN]

My next job is the suede lining... seeing that colour is making me think of going with it!! I measured 8 metres to be enough?! Colour is smoke?

 

[MrT]

Getting Pimped..


My van is back with Bognor Motor Company getting treated to some extras.

Cheeky picture from Oli there.

Looking forward to getting it back next week.

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Change of plan on the wheels, now going for a set of Vossen VFS-1's in Matt Graphite.

As the kids say today.. Its gonna look SICK!

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Must say loving those alloys

 

[kn0bby]

My next job is the suede lining... seeing that colour is making me think of going with it!! I measured 8 metres to be enough?! Colour is smoke?

Its Suedeliner van lining - Colour:Light Grey from Harrisons.

Must say loving those alloys

Cheers.. Looking forward to seeing the results! Pictures to follow!

 

[BognorMotors]

Have you coded the camera in yet? Obviously we can do this whilst its with us?

 

[kn0bby]

Have you coded the camera in yet? Obviously we can do this whilst its with us?

Cheers Oli. I’ve got VCDS just ran out of
time. If you feel the urge knock yourself out..

 

[kn0bby]

Pimp My Ride...


Its back....

Oli from Bognor Motor Company dropped my transformed T6 back today..

Chuffed is an understatement!




Next up...

Carbon wing mirrors.
Gloss front grills.
Not sure if the badges should stay silver, breaks it up a bit.

 

[Northern Monkey]

Get the badges colour coded the same as your wheels

 

[kn0bby]

Slight problem..


Turns out my stereo doesn't support the VW reversing camera.

I really must pay more attention to notes on sales adverts..

"This kit is not compatible with headunit Part No - 1K8035150 B/D/E/L, if you are unsure please check your headunit menu for info"

Next up... New head unit..

 

[CALLAKN]

Awesome, love it.

Need them wheels in my life, and the best tyres on them too! What price can they do them for ?!

 

[kn0bby]

Get the badges colour coded the same as your wheels

LIKE IT!!!!! Sound advise that..