Cheryl’s first bus

PatJr · Posted: Sun Jun 11, 2023 6:24 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

happy camper
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Mykez · Posted: Sun Jun 18, 2023 11:58 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Not a great deal to update on. Took the silly filthy seals off the louvred windows so they look much cleaner now. Front shock bolt was loose, just been nothing but driving it around a lot lol

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PatJr · Posted: Sun Jun 18, 2023 6:05 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

thanks for sharing the photos

everywhere you go is an adventure in a VW van
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Mykez · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2023 1:40 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

More small updates. Took the rear bumper off to get rid of all this waxy black stuff from the rear end.

still plodding along removing old glue from the doors where the old seal was. That’s taking forever lol

finished scrapping the louvred windows from the old seals, and some sticky residue that they was covered in.

Mykez · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2023 1:54 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

More small updates. Took the rear bumper off to get rid of all this waxy black stuff from the rear end.

still plodding along removing old glue from the doors where the old seal was. That’s taking forever lol

finished scrapping the louvred windows from the old seals, and some sticky residue that they was covered in.

Jacks · Posted: Mon Jun 26, 2023 9:13 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

That does look much nicer. Good job!
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Mykez · Posted: Fri Jul 14, 2023 4:42 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Yellow lenses Smile

PatJr · Posted: Sat Jul 15, 2023 7:50 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

why?
improved visibility at night?

I'm not sure they would be legal in the USA but OK in the UK?

and what's that rope for? holding the front bumper on or for quick towing?
I like the way it looks, kinda rugged
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Mykez · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2023 1:46 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

A few updates

it’s now running correctly I think with help from me pal took it in a sunset drive.

sorted all the wiring out under the buddy seat, installed a leisure battery, and a switch panel

tightened all the covers up on the seats

cleaned all the grime off at the back end

Installed the under trays

the gear yoke tongue fork thing broke on way to Santa pod. So went back home and fixed it. Eventually arrived at Santa pod for bug jam, best show I’ve done so far

painted the cab floor, layer some underlay down

PatJr · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2023 2:44 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

looking good
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Buggeee · Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2023 5:19 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

I really like the yellow lenses on this particular bus. The floor turned out great.
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Mykez · Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2025 11:09 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Mykez · Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2025 11:27 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Wow it’s been a while updating this. Sadly I got diagnosed with cancer last year, so a lot of stuff had to go on hold. So

Where do I start.

I layed down coffee floor mats. Trimmed the door cards, new window scrapers,window winder handles, installed a narrow beam, dropped spindles, new calipers, discs, pads and hoses, adjustable rear spring plates. Serviced front wheel bearings, new clutch cable, new steering coupling

ditched both the wardrobes, cooker and sink. Fitted a fridge and a temp unit to house the fridge, 8 ball gear knob, under dash shelf, split charge relay, new coil, retractable seat belts, opening quarter lights, front over riders,

I won a trophy at skegvegas too

jinx758 · Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2025 3:09 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Sorry for your diagnosis, hoping remission is just around the corner.
Best luck.

Lots of good upgrades to your bus & glad you're enjoying it.

Love the wheels - that's nice !

Best to you ... stay safe

jinx
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Mykez · Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2025 5:29 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Jacks · Posted: Fri Feb 28, 2025 10:14 pm Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Thank you for posting again. I wondered what happened to you and your enthusiasm. I’m a cancer survivor myself so I know what it is like to stare down the barrel. I pray that you’re doing well and your bus improvements and mechanical abilities are exceptional
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Mykez · Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2025 4:01 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Mykez · Posted: Sun Mar 02, 2025 11:47 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Fitted jail bars today Smile

Mykez · Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2025 10:56 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

Threw a few accessories on. A tail, aerial topper and a USA sign lol

Mykez · Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2025 11:09 am Post subject: Re: Cheryl’s first bus

On with some rust repair. Why has this rotted in the 4 same places?

got the lads to chop it out and bang a bit of plate on. I then kurusted, etch prime and spray with black paint.


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