Monday, October 28, 2013
LDV van camper conversion
http://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=502 http://www.knaufinsulation.co.uk/en-gb/insulation-news-archive/motorhome-insulation-shows-demand-for-efficiency.aspx#axzz2j3N7OjvE
Which Jack to lift your vehicle?
A while ago after buying my van, it had its first puncture and I realised that the only jack I had was the one from my previous car - a butterfly jack - which would hardly reach the body of the van even in its fullest stretch...
I could go straight out and in a half*rd shop but me being me I am going to look for an alternative. Although I know there a big chance that my buy (unless a second-hand) will also be made in China or somewhere in Asia. I read about the consequences of our buying habits in China - dreadful thoughts. One physical and ecological example here and all the recent reports about workers committing suicide.
Back to our practical topic:
- We need a jack with a high jacking point (I'm going to take measurements).
- reasonably priced.
- 2 x axle stands (it's not enough to lift the vehicle and get under it. We need safety don't we?)
- The Pilot calls for a 2.5T or 3T
- A long enough bar to make it easier
Forum talk
A comparison article (2T though)
And if you really need...
... available here.
More advices and discussions here: http://www.lets-getaway.com/caravan-jacks.htm http://forum.club8090.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=37&t=114839
LDV van camper conversion - Generator inverters
Just examples of products I found (I don't specially recommend them):
Clarke 720W Petrol Generator - G720
Clarke IG1000 1kW Inverter Generator
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