Once you've got your plastic trims off, you can see what we're left with. Then once I get these two parts out, I'll show you how to grind out the metal work along the bottom and up the sides. This van, this spec, has got one wire so pop that off. JavaScript is disabled. The side bolts are visible, roof bolts are hidden behind the headliner and floor bolts under the cargo floor liner. Buy Renault Bulkheads and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay! The handbrake let me just zoom in. Join now! Geoffj What makes you say that the minibus will have had more weight in it?? vansport.co.uk, The Trafic / Vivaro etc crew van is actually a really good seat / bulkhead factory conversion. The Mids only come After a short break theyre back and in this episode George, Jack and Emilie are joined by the five time World Cup Champion, Intense Factory Racings Aaron Gwin, to chat Making Up The Numbers Podcast: Aaron Gwin, This topic has 9 replies, 9 voices, and was last updated. Or is it part of the chassis and will it then affect the overall structure of the van? Then there's two nuts holding the handbrake to the base. A minibus is an alternative, but they tend to have been driven with more weight in and so the drive trains on similar aged, similar mileaged vehicles tend not to be as good. Once we've cut out the metal lip and I've gone through with the grinder. Condition. Just started thinking about a van-type thing and there seem to be a few of these around with a weird bulkhead in place. depending where you are, this is where i got my windows fitted. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. I remove the bulkhead from same van. Terms & Conditions 219.60. It first appeared in 2000 and was heavily based on the Renault Trafic. Apparently theres a version where the rear 2 rows of seats fold together to make a bed. Made from hard-wearing plastic this Genuine B-Pillar Ttrim set coversall B Pillar metalwork after bulkhead removal giving an OEM style finish . You don't have to do that. INTRODUCING THE NEW MY23 RENAULT TRAFIC Designed for efficiency, with up to 10 new driving assistance systems for added safety, convenience and comfort, the new and improved MY23 Trafic has everything to make your life easier. Follow on pics showing original cut trim and new non-cut pillar trim, Further to the post above there is a central floor trim for double front seats so you don't end up with a hole in the middle. Im a carpet fitter so ideally need it to be 4m+ Thanks in advance. (conversion to motorhome). Use this bar to show information about your cookie policy. Now. They are made to withstand a force equivalent to half the maximum payload of the vehicle x 1g. I'm going to go along and grind those welds out. Lets just say there is good and bad stuff out there, and most integral seat / belt conversions need MUCH more than a few spreader plates under the floor. But it manages. Sign up to our newsletter for the latest news, offers and exclusive discounts. There aren't many legal fold up seats with 3 integral belts (google Scotseats probably has the biggest range). Again, we haven't bothered tho it would be quieter with such an arrangement as there is a bit of road noise off the rear wheels. And then that bit of plastic, just wriggle off there. Vanlife Conversions Ltd takes no liability for any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment or from the information contained in this video, which is used at the viewers own risk. So if you're new to these vans, the way to get this double seat out is to pick it up underneath where your knees go and flip the cushion forward. Be very careful when you're using this that you don't cut into the body work. Then a grinding disc which is a thicker one which will grind away those welds once you've cut the metal out. Installation is quick and simple requiring no modification or drilling, just push on using the clips provided. So, I've cut around these spot welds, now just leaving four, small bits of metal. And what about just chopping out a section down the middle of it? Really helpful post Cruz. This makes it very inflexible if you need to chop and change from full van back to 5 seats & vice versa. Cant see any structural advantages as it is just a flimsy piece of sheet metal. All well and good until they realised just how difficult it was to source decent conversion parts quickly and easily. Vauxhall Vans, Minibuses & Campervans Area, Vivaro / Movano Camper Van / Day Van Conversions, . You only need to remove the bolts T50 torx (i think) and push them forward to fit the trims. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. As you already discovered the bottom and top screws is easy to remove. Before you release all the nuts with the top half of the bulkhead, you need to come inside the cab and pop down the plastic strip that runs along between the headlining and the bulkhead. Just confirming. If your genuinely worried. What I'm gonna try and do there is with a metal slitting disc on a grinder, just cut around those and leave it neatly finished off. The original door pillar trim is factory cut to accommodate the fixing of the bulkhead to the side pillar so when the bulkhead is removed there are unsightly gaps on the pillar trim. The Trafic has a load-through compartment in the bulkhead for sliding in pipes and beams. by steddyjames Tue Mar 24, 2009 7:22 pm, Post I am going to be buying a van to convert into a camper in the summer and I have a fairly generic question (as in the title) which will affect the way im designing it at the moment. Email: Help@kiravans.co.uk. I'm not even sure the real price premium is that big (factory vs conversion). Thanks for this post. He's had 3 so far and runs them till they have 200K on and has had no problems. The handbrake assembly's fixed to the base. Weve got the 9-seat Trafic. Sure I have seen short wheelbase version of this with only 1 row of seats, cant say im an expert but my mate johnny had one and it was complete shite, He prob got a bit of a dud but they apparently suffer with gear box issues. 2022 Toys4Vans Limited. Cannot be used in conjunction with other offers, or when switching memberships), Contact UsPrivacyForum RulesClassifieds RulesLink RemovalNewsletter SettingsAdvertising. Trafic / Vivaro / Primastar 1.9 EGR valve location How to Remove the EGR Valve You then need to undo the three bolts that hold the EGR valve in the manifold. Not expensive. RenaultForums.co.uk is the best place to discuss the French automakers cars including the Megane, Clio, Modus, Captur and more. My berlingo work van has none which Ive left that way so any arsehole who wants to break in can see theres no kit left in there. But its a fair bit bigger than the Renault. They'd need to make up locating points / threaded inserts in the roof and floor obviously. This will reduce condensation alot. there can be quite a premium to pay for a 9 seater or crew cab due to the lower number on the second hand market. These trims cover the horrid gap that's left whenever you remove a bulkhead from one of these vehicles. The ply was just a spacer for the void behind the trim, http://images.ua.prom.st/73360668_w640_h640_8200407603_11.jpg, tmp_21776-IMG_20160102_182111689639866.jpg, tmp_21776-IMG_20160102_182155-1729508157.jpg, tmp_21776-IMG_20160102_182303789272999.jpg, Car Audio / Electrical / Security / Diagnostic Rel. To get these plastic trims off, there's two pieces top and bottom. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. So, dig the old single speed out of your shed, lower your standards and expectations, and start planning Pipedream Cycles The Full Moxie is a 4130 CroMo, single pivot, full suspension bike that can be run as a 29er, 650b or mullet. Be careful, it's quite weak up here where it's held on. So this what we're left with. Brand. No, the bulkhead's just plastic on these vans. Colour. by steddyjames Wed Mar 25, 2009 10:32 am, Post They do trafic minibusses . Posted 6 years ago spacey Full Member Had to. you could take out the body of the bulkhead, leaving the edge all the way round maybe? This van would come with a removable steel bulkhead up to the height of the shelf forming the roof over the front seats. by morsey Wed Mar 25, 2009 10:21 am, Post I've been a VW man for a few years but I've just been offered a Renault Trafic at a really good price but unfortunately it has a bulkhead. Either way, if you're thinking of doing the same in your own Vauxhall Vivaro, Renault Trafic etc I hope you find it helpful to see what you might need to do! Click & Collect. Prices: Inc. VAT | Ex. In typical single speed style this year's world championship has been announced. | I'll show you what goes on there. Vanlife Conversions Ltd recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and working with tools. Removed the bulkhead from my Renault trafic and sold it on eBay for 75! Ive heard stories of problems with the 6 Speed box on the DCi130/140 models from a couple of clients who either had one or had worked on them. We also spec'd the van with twin sliding doors / windows for ultimate flexibility. Instead of paying a premium for a crewcab and then ripping out the bulkhead and spending a fortune on an extra row of seats, you might as well just look for a minibus version. Rob and Mike slowly edged their way out of IT and Engineering jobs by building up a collection of rental vans for folk to explore the Scottish Highlands. They go in and out in minutes and lock in place aircraft seat style with turnbuckles into the structural floor. by roli_twambley Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:53 pm, Post And a digital membership where you can read all the digital magazines is normally 25, and now 12.50 with the code. That's for taking out the seat belt upper mounting. It takes a little bit more work, but it's well worth it. There is no reason not to take it out if you so wish, it offers no structual advantage (as said the Renault mechanic) , it is also a factory option. I think the gearbox issues are sorted out on the later vans.My mate has one for his business. I run a Trafic minibus for the guiding business here in Tenerife. Just take your time, go slow. Is it possible to simply chop out the bulkhead between the cab and loading area? I've gone through and given it all a good vacuum to get rid of any metal filings. We looked at that model for our most recent van however, the bulkhead is not easily removable. The Mids only come After a short break theyre back and in this episode George, Jack and Emilie are joined by the five time World Cup Champion, Intense Factory Racings Aaron Gwin, to chat Making Up The Numbers Podcast: Aaron Gwin, This topic has 16 replies, 13 voices, and was last updated. How can I create the Kombi feel with a Vivaro? It was just bolted to the chassis, and took about 10 mins to remove. Toys4vans Limited67 Hamilton Lane, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2LW, Phone: 01395 206100Email: [emailprotected], Opening Hours:Mon - Thurs / 9am - 5pmFriday 9am - 4pm, Register your email for news and special offers.
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