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  • 3rd T4 build thread

    After dropping threads on different topics relating to T4.3 I might as well start a diary in the right place!

    As bought

    As of today


    Not much done really, took bars off, replaced knackered rear springs with new Eibach -40mm, dialled in front to match. Brand new Merc 7.5x16 steels with nearly new Good Year Commercial tyres. New towbar and electrics.

    Kept and re used from T4.2:
    Van X Console
    Dash tray
    Headlight loom upgrade
    LED H4 bulbs
    Cab floor liner


    Still to do
    Remove chrome mirror caps
    Tidy up arches for now

    Use daily and enjoy!

  • #2
    Looks better already

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    • #3
      Have to sort the decals out. The VW on the offside is covering a nasty paint defect so has to stay til I think of a better idea!

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      • #4
        It's a good looking, well sorted example of the breed. You should be very happy.
        Me cago en la madre que te parió!

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        • #5
          I’ve advertised in the correct place but I’ll start a list of cast offs for my own sanity and share it here.
          This stuff has to go!
          VW genuine 4 bike rack
          My Bespoke towbar mounted back box
          The 16” alloys and 215/65/16C tyres
          Brand new KYB 1200 rear springs
          Set 15” OE late Caravelle wheel trims
          Thule Aero bars complete lockable

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          • #6
            Yep, you've improved and started to put your tamp on it.

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            • #7
              Does anyone else think the stripes are back to front?

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              • #8
                No I think I would have the vw at the back

                Sent from my SM-G960F using Just T4s

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Mickandsej View Post
                  Does anyone else think the stripes are back to front?
                  Nope. I'd have done it that way too. Nice looking van. Less is more.

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by Mickandsej View Post
                    I’ve advertised in the correct place but I’ll start a list of cast offs for my own sanity and share it here.
                    This stuff has to go!
                    VW genuine 4 bike rack
                    My Bespoke towbar mounted back box
                    The 16” alloys and 215/65/16C tyres
                    Brand new KYB 1200 rear springs
                    Set 15” OE late Caravelle wheel trims
                    Thule Aero bars complete lockable
                    Interested in the wheels and springs

                    Let me know what you want for them.

                    Cheers!

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                    • #11
                      3rd T4 build thread

                      Pm sent Reg :-)
                      Drove it to work yesterday to get the tyres done en route, left work at 10:30pm and had first drive home on new set up. This van drives beautifully and is using loads less fuel than the AET, gave it a good de coke and all is good, didn’t realise how different the last vans were (I’ve had 92 & 96 models before). Much quieter, better (lower?) driving position - I’ve even removed the gear extension as it spoiled it - and that’s been a must have on all my vans!
                      Spent the morning decluttering the van, removed the mirror caps, replaced the Brexit number plates, got the soap off the tyres and scraped off the window sticker.
                      Definitely less is more on this one, only decision left is the window tints, it’s got 20% on the front windows and 80-90% on the back, it’s all been done to a good standard but makes the interior kinda gloomy.
                      Also need to sort rear speakers as he fitted replacements but they’re too big for the grilles so they are bare. But I never see them so no rush.
                      T4ever!
                      Last edited by Mickandsej; 12 November 2019, 01:04 PM.

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                      • #12
                        Just been up the in-laws prepping for Friday, first trip away with the new rig...

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                        • #13
                          No I haven’t jackknifed it, just backed up to test the electrics!

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                          • #14
                            Bodywork looks very clean

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                            • #15
                              Cheers it’s not too bad at all. Had a scrape in the past below the offside windows, not repaired too well as the filler is lifting. Some rust on the arch lips but looks plenty good enough for now.

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