Just joined as a user. We are planning our big half lap for 2022 (Vic, SA, WA, NT & Home)... Just purchased a Jayco Journey O/B 17.53 (May delivery)... yes, one might ask why the early purchase! Twofold, I sold my on road van quicker than I expected.... The second reason is I know the van will need a bit strengthening & mods. The lead in time will give me time to double up all internals (eg I have ordered extra hinges & panelling for my shelving) & protecting the externals equally. Will be a bit of a project - and am happy to do in my own time.
I'm not sure what the posts tend to do - but once I get and start to get into it - is this something the forum members would like to see progress updates for?
Thanks for allowing me to join - be a good tool as I research products and what others have done.
Mark
Dougwe said
06:32 PM Mar 10, 2020
Welcome to the gang Mark, enjoy here and out in the playground.
Yes, I for one and sure others here love to see updates of rennos or builds so just put it all in 'Show us your rig' section of the forum.
Keep Safe on the roads and out there.
Tony Bev said
09:44 AM Mar 11, 2020
A warm welcome from me also, Mark (mark r)
There is a section somewhere here called show is your rig
Some of us, do like to see any building/rebuilding/alterations, of rigs
It gives us food for thought, on any improvements, we can do to our own rigs
mark r said
01:11 PM Mar 11, 2020
Hi Doug and Tony - will do! Learning my way around the site.
Thanks
Mark
TheHeaths said
07:45 PM Mar 12, 2020
Mark, nice to see you here.
Just a note of caution. In another post welcoming another new vanner, you mention your choice of Jayco for warranty coverage. As a 3 time Jayco owner, that is sensible BUT check with Jayco before you make any structural changes during the warranty period. That could be a quick way to lose your warranty coverage.
-- Edited by TheHeaths on Thursday 12th of March 2020 08:51:27 PM
mark r said
10:34 PM Mar 12, 2020
Fair call Ian. Im only planning to strengthen doors (extra hinges), cupboards (more shelving) and draws (more screws in runners) internally - and if one fell off Im not the kind of guy to claim on that... but if one of the stubs let go - then thats another matter! Underneath I only plan to protect rather than modify. But will take your guidance though and clarify the ins and outs when its off the line ready to collect!
Hi All!
Just joined as a user. We are planning our big half lap for 2022 (Vic, SA, WA, NT & Home)... Just purchased a Jayco Journey O/B 17.53 (May delivery)... yes, one might ask why the early purchase! Twofold, I sold my on road van quicker than I expected.... The second reason is I know the van will need a bit strengthening & mods. The lead in time will give me time to double up all internals (eg I have ordered extra hinges & panelling for my shelving) & protecting the externals equally. Will be a bit of a project - and am happy to do in my own time.
I'm not sure what the posts tend to do - but once I get and start to get into it - is this something the forum members would like to see progress updates for?
Thanks for allowing me to join - be a good tool as I research products and what others have done.
Mark
Yes, I for one and sure others here love to see updates of rennos or builds so just put it all in 'Show us your rig' section of the forum.
Keep Safe on the roads and out there.
There is a section somewhere here called show is your rig
Some of us, do like to see any building/rebuilding/alterations, of rigs
It gives us food for thought, on any improvements, we can do to our own rigs
Thanks
Mark
Mark, nice to see you here.
Just a note of caution. In another post welcoming another new vanner, you mention your choice of Jayco for warranty coverage. As a 3 time Jayco owner, that is sensible BUT check with Jayco before you make any structural changes during the warranty period. That could be a quick way to lose your warranty coverage.
-- Edited by TheHeaths on Thursday 12th of March 2020 08:51:27 PM
Fair call Ian. Im only planning to strengthen doors (extra hinges), cupboards (more shelving) and draws (more screws in runners) internally - and if one fell off Im not the kind of guy to claim on that... but if one of the stubs let go - then thats another matter! Underneath I only plan to protect rather than modify. But will take your guidance though and clarify the ins and outs when its off the line ready to collect!
cheers Mark