Fitting the Roof Vent - Budget Van Build Ep 9

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Жыл бұрын

How to Fit a MaxxAir Deluxe Roof Fan to Your Self-Build Camper Van.
In this video, we show the detailed steps to install a MAxxfan Deluxe roof-mounted ventilation fan onto a Fiat Ducato Camper Van.
My previous unboxing video can be found here • Van Upgrades - Maxxfan...
You can grab yourself a Maxxfan Deluxe for your van using this link www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...
Maxxfan Roof Adapters can be found here leisurevehicleservices.co.uk/...
Other materials and tools used in this video are:-
W4 Mastic Sealing Strip www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...
Sikaflex 522 Sealant Adhesive www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...
Easy drive Self Drilling Screws www.screwfix.com/p/easydrive-...
Bosch HSS Jigsaw Blades www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...
Dewalt 18v Jigsaw www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...
Dewalt 18v Impact Driver & Drill set www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...
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Thanks very much for watching
Greg & Lou

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@philpowell6915 Жыл бұрын

Absolute perfection. The Gold standard of van conversion build vlogs....👌

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s very kind of you Phil. Thank you 🙏🏼 😊

@bren106 Жыл бұрын

Throw an old fridge magnet or two in that bin bag before sticking it to the roof.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s a great bit of advice 😊nice one ☝️

@nickjones3222 Жыл бұрын

This is a cracking idea 👏👏👍

@richiebainbridge2608 Жыл бұрын

30 years of motorhoming has now come to an end but I love to watch your videos. It’s the engineer in me that appreciates your patience, time and effort. Cheers Richie.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Why has your motorhoming stopped? Thanks for watching

@richiebainbridge2608 Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe age and disability but bloody fantastic times for us and the kids ( they are 28 and 34 😂). Still building motorcycles for fun but again not riding much 🤣.

@tonystacey3347 Жыл бұрын

What height is the van and how much did the vent add to the height. 2.2m is a crucial barrier height in uk car parks.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

@@tonystacey3347 this is an H2 van so it will not go under car barriers. Any van like a transporter or transit custom you would not be able to stand up in. I didn’t want a small van. We’ve never had any issues parking and out van is 2.7m high

@tonystacey3347 11 ай бұрын

@@GregVirgoe thanks for the reply Greg especially since I double posted. I’ve got a high top transit 02 and it’s miles bigger than the 2.2, but I noticed some new pop top vw were using the under 2.2 as a selling point so I just thought I’d ask as I’ve no idea of the dimensions of the fiats etc. I also realise you’ve been really considered in your selection of van base vehicle, and I’m loving the smaller build than the palace you built inside the sprinter. I’m hoping your 3rd build is a similar size with 4 seats for an additional 2 kids😀if you haven’t retired from the top notch builds /vid content by the end of this one !

@hallen4094 Жыл бұрын

If you where never a teacher or college lecturer then you missed your calling. As a time served Artificer I cannot help but recognise that you are from an engineering trade background and clearly must have served an excellent apprenticeship, what I hear now sometimes referred to as "old school". An inspiration and a joy to watch. One of the greatest gifts in life is freely sharing knowledge and experience. Thank you and kind regards. 👍🏻

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Yes the original Mechanical Services company I worked for was over 75yrs old and did a full 6 yrs apprenticeship with day release at university. Was member of chartered institute of building services engineers and the Engineering Council. It was proper old school and learnt everything from first principles. Great start to working career. Shame kids now don’t seem to get the same opportunities. Thank you for a great comment 👍🏼😃

@davemcw13 8 ай бұрын

Couldnt agree more, fantastic tuition videos for us budding amateurs 👍👍

@Lyn-od2ln Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video! You are a master educator. I appreciate all the hours you have spent and will spend researching, purchasing, scripting, building, videoing, editing, and etc. For the first time, I don't feel alone and unsure about my dream. I can do this!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I shall be there with you every step of the way 😊 Thank you for a lovely comment 👍🏼🤩

@petewarby7158 Жыл бұрын

1/3 of the way through the video, I'm amazed at home much time and effort you put in to your videos. You're mentioned in most people's van videos so you're obviously doing something right! Another brilliant video, thank you.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I hope to give a comprehensive guide to building a van and actually show things being done when most other video skip over the bit you need to see. Thanks for your feedback 👍🏼😃

@tine8849 Жыл бұрын

With the Maxxfan or any rooflight the best advice I was given from Rickvanman was to clean it thoroughly as there's often a releasing agent left on them which will interfere with any bond so I cleaned mine with alcohol and then gave it light sand too.

@kevinthepilgrim5441 Жыл бұрын

Such a good tip. Always have a bottle of alcohol handy, the rubbing kind! to break down any grease to bonded surfaces. My tip is always use a drop of silicone when attaching screws and bolts. They go in and can be later removed more easily, prevents moisture penetration and avoids potential rust corrosion.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s an excellent point and great advice. 😊

@Jason-hl8uj 8 ай бұрын

I’ve finally managed to get hold of a mwb Ducato after months of searching. I’d just like to say thank you, these videos are so helpful

@GregVirgoe 8 ай бұрын

Great to hear! Thats good news, hope the build goes well for you

@alanmay1945 Жыл бұрын

Greg, you're so superb at this, your knowledge, skill, craftsmanship, and communication, presentation, every aspect is first class, that this could be a series on television. There used to be DIY programmes on telly, (Barry Bucknell, Harry Greene, and others), and they were very popular for around the house projects. Now it is motorhomes and campervans that are popular. Why don't you, and I'm being serious, contact Ch4 or Ch5 or even the BBC, to offer making such a TV series? Television presenters and writers are paid well over a six figure salary for a series, and there's no one more deserving than you for this Greg. Best wishes!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s very kind of you to say that 😊 I don’t think of myself as charismatic enough for TV 😂

@user-qn2us4ne7q Жыл бұрын

i love this comment. haha. Greg, i am from South Africa and when any instruction type stuff, or general presentation comes on and its from the USA i just switch off... too loud and too brash, and just too much charisma. I switch to British TV for that very reason.. no fuss, no frills, just good damn value....so methinks Alan is spot on!

@donwhitehead4587 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Professor V, for such clear, concise directions👍🏻👍🏻

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome. Glad you like it 😃

@ElliotMelloy Жыл бұрын

Awesome video again. Have to say though, given that you're doing a budget build, those roof adapters are very pricey, over £60 for the 355mm square one. Also because they have the ridges moulded in, they reduce the flexibility if you want to mount the vent off the widthwise centre line...you have to move it sideways in steps of about 200mm before it will fit into the next set of ridges. So for anyone with less money and more time, you can make your own adapter pieces by mitre cutting little wedge strips from some 6mm uPVC window trim, which from Wickes will only cost you £5.90. Also doing it this way you can make some extra pieces to go inside the van, between the wooden frame and roof, to really sandwich the van body between the internal wooden frame and the external plastic vent frame.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I have seen that done it does look a bit fiddly and time consuming. I agree they could be a little cheaper and they would sell more of them. 😊

@amandaneilson8561 Жыл бұрын

I really really appreciate your videos Greg. There are so many tips and information a complete novice needs. from the tools you use to the bin liner on the roof and sealant on the screws. So detailed and such high quality work, it’s just bloody brilliant. Thank you so much. Even though I’m not getting my van till next year watching these videos gives me such a great idea of what to look for and how to take it step by step so it doesn’t become too overwhelming.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

You can break it down into these small tasks that can easily be done in a day. Then you get little goals along the way. Thanks for watching 👍🏼😃

@marks-0-0 Жыл бұрын

I only fitted one fan in my van aswell, like you Greg i had side windows but it was only later i had the idea to have an air intake in the floor somewhere out the way. The idea being the air under the van is always cool even in summer so the air is travelling further and transferring more.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Great idea, the air in the shade of the van should be a few degrees cooler and good idea to improve air circulation 😊

@malcolmwellington8413 3 ай бұрын

Another brilliant video and a good job done ✔️

@doctorpc4x4 Жыл бұрын

A magnet in a cloth run just above the surface of the roof to pickup all the little bits of swarf from the cutting works well. Great demo with the bottle. When i have cut roof panels I always cut 2 sides then tapped it up to hold it in place then cut the other 2 sides stopped the twisting of the panel

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

A good couple of little hacks thanks for suggesting those 👍🏼😃

@kstewart3657 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Required viewing by every self-builder. 👏

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I hope it will help a lot of future van builders 🚐🤩

@grahamomeara3279 Жыл бұрын

Excellent as usual Greg.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Cheers 🍻 Graham 😊

@Photostoryhr Жыл бұрын

It is coming along very nicely.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you. It’s really helping having done one before. 😊

@lukraak Жыл бұрын

Look no further. Greg Virgoe is your man. No bullsh*t just good quality advice in your fantastic journey to realize your freedom machine. Thanks Greg!

@lukraak Жыл бұрын

4 screws are more than enough though. The more holes the more problems. I know what I'm talking about. Mastic tape did the trick

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

The mastic sealing tape is great stuff. You could bond the fan with just a good bead of sikaflex and no screws that stuff is so strong

@Scrambler85 Жыл бұрын

Always an excellent source of information 👍👍👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Cheers 🍻😃

@russfoggan4092 Жыл бұрын

Great to see it all coming together guys

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Russ 😊

@simonking559 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant Greg...very clear 👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼 😊

@johncrisp6683 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your efforts in helping everyone! 🇨🇦

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

It’s a pleasure John 😊

@stephenauty2402 Жыл бұрын

Pure gold Greg.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🏼

@mikespeers8281 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Greg, very useful. 👍🇮🇲

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Mike 👍🏼😃

@keithpringle1103 Жыл бұрын

Fitted properly, well done 👏

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Keith 👍🏼😃

@trevormegson7583 Жыл бұрын

Masterclass. Thanks Greg.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Really grateful 😇👍🏼

@kevinsomers7783 Жыл бұрын

Great video as always. Really enjoying this new series.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Kevin 👍🏼😃

@parasinthephilippines Жыл бұрын

Love your commitment 😊

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@Maggiemay1942 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Greg, you are simply the best.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your kind comment 😊

@jimbartley9125 Жыл бұрын

Nice clear instructions. Thanks. Jim

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it. Thanks Jim

@lucioadelmo Жыл бұрын

Very well explained step by step installation.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 👍🏼😃

@umpvideo4246 Жыл бұрын

LOVE your channel Greg, I build 90% of my 2020 sprinter from your video help. Thank you, love my life cause of it.!😊

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That is fantastic. Do you have any photos of the van on insta 🤩🚐

@glossyprince 10 ай бұрын

Just retro fitted the maxxair deluxe with many breaks to rewatch your video ! I cannot express how well designed the maxxair fan is for installation. I measured the old skylight , twice, and was convinced it would be 355 hole, it turned out to be existing 405 hole but the maxxair has a lip so that it can fit into a 405 hole aswell . Brilliant ! Greg s recommendation of the screwfix self drilling screws was a brilliant. Generally just thanks for holding my hand thru the fitting , Greg. All those tips were invaluable. Overall if you're wondering folks , with greg there as reference, its probably even easier then it looks on the video . What a total joy , thank you , thank you !

@GregVirgoe 10 ай бұрын

What a fan-tastic comment 🤩 Really pleased your install went well and I know you will benefit from the fans performance. Thank you for leaving such great feedback 👍🏼😃

@john-xx8nc Жыл бұрын

Learning loads here, good to watch and real tidy job thanks

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you John 👍🏼😃

@ronbooth1382 Жыл бұрын

Another informative video Greg, Aww, I miss all this in my workshop. Never mind, see you guys over the weekend. Love to Lou

@kinross24 Жыл бұрын

I feel the biggest mistake van builders make when adding ventilation to vans is you always add it to the roof, ignore windows in this case, therefore only removing any moisture that might be high enough in the vans interior, instead of learning from static and touring caravan builders as well as house roof vents, where you need low down vents to allow the cool air to enter and rise as it warms and thus collect the moisture with it as it exits the roof vent(s).

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s a very valid point. Cold air has a lower moisture content and as it warms the relative humidity reduces giving it the capacity to take on more moisture before being extracted. If you can get vents at opposites sides you will get better cross ventilation 😊

@tommyfox4444444 Жыл бұрын

Nice install. Very useful

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Tom 😊

@grahamcheal6079 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic I have learned so much from your builds

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Graham

@hotsonaj Жыл бұрын

Nice job Greg looking forward to the next one

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Tony 😊

@robertturner4225 11 ай бұрын

brilliant clear well made video.

@GregVirgoe 11 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@adamridsdale1392 8 ай бұрын

Top bloke!

@66TripsLeft Жыл бұрын

Nicely done as always.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@robenhenni8463 Жыл бұрын

Lovely just Lovely I can not wait for the next video

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@haydnwilliams877 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video and great install 👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@seanfallon4580 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video , its so informative and interesting , thank you so much Greg

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I’m pleased you enjoyed it

@paulclarkson5494 Жыл бұрын

A absolutely superb video easy to understand and excellent detail of how to fit the extractor fan unit. Well done

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 👍🏼😃

@matthewporter6890 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting Greg - looking forward to putting your tips into practice!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Awesome 😎 exciting times ahead 🚐👍🏼

@DA11NOON Жыл бұрын

Great vlog 👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you both 🤩👍🏼

@bobthomson3164 Жыл бұрын

enjoyed and learned

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bob 👍🏼

@richardhasler6718 Жыл бұрын

Good work Mr Virgoe, good to see you're maintaining your high standards and I'm hoping for another 'moonwalk' when the floor gets fitted.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Lol 😂 I’m pleased you remember that from the first series 🤩👍🏼

@workshop4u566 Жыл бұрын

Hi Greg , I look forward to each and everyone of your videos great stuff mate 👍👍👍👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your continued support it really is appreciated 🙏🏼😃

@gnarlybadger690 Жыл бұрын

Excellent Greg very informative and backed by sound reasoning

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter much appreciated 👍🏼

@nickhoward9343 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig great content

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@rogerstarkey5390 Жыл бұрын

Tip? As a final, final (final!) check. Take the frame you made, double check the fit on the fan, then place it in the roof to confirm your cut marks.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I did offer it up to the fan in the workshop but did that off camera 🎥 😊

@mickobrien6360 11 ай бұрын

Quality video, really good.

@GregVirgoe 11 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@roberthardy2013 Жыл бұрын

Nice and clean - Greg’s been, best way to get the best adhesion.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Clean surfaces are a must 😊

@seang2424 10 ай бұрын

Brillant have just watched again😁👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

@GregVirgoe 10 ай бұрын

That’s great 😃 glad you liked it 👍🏼

@opalacios666 Жыл бұрын

Impeccable. Thank you!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome ☺️

@garyesler2948 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video 👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Gary 😊

@Witteringtrucker Жыл бұрын

Spot on as always bud. I fitted a Maxxfan Dome fan above my bed. I used one of the roof adapters and it made the job soooooo much easier. Definitely worth the extra cost.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome 😎 thanks for sharing your experience with us 👍🏼

@CihaPet Жыл бұрын

I am really loving this Step-by-Step approach you are using for this build. I'm saving this playlist for future use. 😺

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you like the videos. What are your plans 😃👍🏼

@CihaPet Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe More than likely I will be getting a van that will be my daily driver and be used for 'weekenders'. Kind of depends how current life events play out in the next few months.

@Richard-qg5hh Жыл бұрын

When I upgrade my fan this will be the video to use, cheers Greg, another masterclass in doing it once and right.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that Richard, thank you for taking the time to write 🤩👍🏼

@mausie1967 Жыл бұрын

Love to watch this video as well.👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 👍🏼🤩

@karlmabe1649 Жыл бұрын

Very neat job

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Cheers Karl 👍🏼😃

@karlmabe1649 Жыл бұрын

@GregVirgoe I have this max fan sameone here in the box I'm going to pay our local expert to fit it in our motorhome aa got to run electric from a light and take old elddis vent out so will cheat abit and get some help in

@CianArranEoin Жыл бұрын

Neat job!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@passenger3 Жыл бұрын

Awsome Greg

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😮

@garybarnett2753 Жыл бұрын

Hi Greg love the videos as always, out of interest it would be funny to see a blooper reel of bits you have edited out of of your van build's or would there be lots of swearing that you don't want to broadcast 😂😂

@nagualdesign Жыл бұрын

I second that. 😊

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Erm yes, sometimes they are funny and sometimes there is swearing. Not everything goes to plan 😊😮 I will have a think about that one 😂

@craftertewaka289 Жыл бұрын

As always top video, converted our Caddy following you videos. We have gone on and bought a MWB Crafter someones else's conversion, time to do a complete make over. Looking forward to the electrics, knowing your wiring will be spot one.

@ThePyzior Жыл бұрын

Great job , Thanks !!!!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 😃

@bradlock76 Жыл бұрын

Yesssssssssssss.... This is where it's at, this is how it's done. G'on Greg ✊

@bradlock76 Жыл бұрын

From the actual how to.. & to the video presentation... Nobody's got anything on you man. Well done & thank you.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s really super kind of you to say so. Made my day 🤩👍🏼

@vinne999 5 ай бұрын

Good job m8 - nice footage

@GregVirgoe 5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much 👍🏼😊

@garyhollywell2112 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant detail as ever Greg many thanks for the Vlog looking forward to the Electrics as that used to be my game many years ago (time served apprentice)! Have a great week.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I hope you are going to like this one as I’ve covered every base this time but for a very reasonable price 👍🏼😃

@HorsleyLandy88 Жыл бұрын

Good job Greg, you are getting good at KZfaq.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that thank you 🙏🏼

@peterwalton479 Жыл бұрын

Nice one mate exact fit like it grew there 😅 loving this like

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you Peter 😊

@kathrynrobinson-burge7661 11 ай бұрын

You are such a genius. you make it seem so simple I think even I could do it! 😂

@GregVirgoe 11 ай бұрын

I’m sure you can 👍🏼😃

@johnanderson8174 Жыл бұрын

Hi Greg. You are the man! You are as good as family in our living room. Been watching you since the first lock down. On to the question. Context first….we are at Camp Quirky recently glamming in our 2022 LWB sprinter. Only insulation and vapour barrier installed. No heating, no electric and a mattress on the insulated floor. One night was v cold. In the morning condensation was clearly visible on all of the ribs. We did not know where the ribs were but they were clearly identified by the condensation droplets. My vapour barrier is installed against the ribs. So …the question is…… would I be better removing the barrier and then reinstalling it to battens thereby creating a wooden barrier between the ribs and the barrier. The wall would then be installed flush with the barrier. My barrier is the same as yours (double sided foil bubble wrap). A large proportion of the van wall is rib so the insulation stuffed within is not as effective as would be desirable as cold/ heat is conducted in and out. Your advise and experience would be greatly appreciated. Cheers.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

The problem was compounded by not having any heating in the van to keep the interior space warm. As the internal temperature drops the air ability to hold moisture reduces and moisture has to come out of suspension on any cold surface. A lot of people get damp mouldy vans because they don’t put heating on at night or have a vent open We always sleep with roof vent open and the heating on 16° which keep the van well above the dew point and internal surfaces warm and condensation free. Also watch my latest video on temp gradients in van walls. Hope that helps.

@johnanderson8174 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Greg. Speedy reply. On balance I’m thinking I’ll remove my vapour barrier, batten the walls then reapply the vapour barrier. Any downside you can think of before I start. By the way, great new series you are producing. Superb instruction as usual. You inspire me and give me the confidence to have a go! Thank you again. John from Gateshead

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

@@johnanderson8174 I do have areas where I have double foil bubble onto the internal ribs around the windows then I have carpeted over that. Think that combined with warmer internal temp has been enough to stop any condensation on the surface. It’s about raising the internal surface temp above the dew point 👍🏼😊

@johnanderson8174 Жыл бұрын

Thank you again. I’m on it!! Doubtless I’ll touch base with you again. Would be nice to meet you one day. 👍

@erolhassan5346 Жыл бұрын

Another great vid

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@abikerstale806 Жыл бұрын

As always making it look easy ;-) - Excellent work.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for watching 😃

@stevewilson1600 Ай бұрын

Watching you use the flat brought memories back to me being a 1st year apprentice at Rolls Royce Stood behind me was the instructor who saw me use the file in the same way After a clout over knuckles from him I never used a file in that way again He shouted the file only cuts forward you damage the teeth dragging in back Even thought that was in 1977 I’ve never forgotten what he did or what he said

@kbiggs49 Жыл бұрын

Cheers Greg, you make it look easy but I'm sure it's not that easy, great Van Build vlogs Greg thanks.👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

With some instruction I have helped complete novices carry out this task with great results. Just take time and care it can be done without stress 😊

@petegillespie6978 4 ай бұрын

The 'mastee' at work again. Thank you.🙃

@happyglampers9053 Жыл бұрын

Great job 👏 Totally agree and well done for not scrimping on the ventilation👍 Loving your bottle demo 😂 so true though. We wouldn’t be without our Maxair fans. Especially with the mosi screen that comes included. We’ve also added a clip on frame that acts as a black out blind. Leisure Vehicle Services have 💯 After Sales setup too. Brilliant bunch of people. Keep up the great work pal 👍👏

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s fan-tastic 🤩 thank you for sharing your experience and great to hear about the aftercare too 👍🏼😃

@happyglampers9053 Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe 😂😂Fan-tastic …. Boom boom 👍

@ranat5526 Жыл бұрын

@19.27 Ken Biddle from Carry on Doctor! Carry on Camping too!!!

@user-qn2us4ne7q Жыл бұрын

Greg i am addicted to your show. Once again, brilliant. I am from South Africa, have just found a L2H2, so this is worht its weight in gold to me. Just hole i'll be able to get the same fan/materials, etc, or suitable alternatives here. Thank-you so much for your videos!

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

You are welcome I hope your build goes well for you 👍🏼🚐😃

@literyAZ09 Жыл бұрын

Vantastic work! 😄 I'd never came up with an idea to put sikaflex on top of the screws 🤯

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I’ve had them leak in the past so it’s worth doing

@justjudy7320 6 ай бұрын

Heads up people make sure that the tape you're using is rated for high temperatures😂 I found out the hard way that you should purchase what windshield installers use to trim the edge🎉 I'm banking on the sikaflex doing its job on the outside because the Inside Edge melted into the van on the floor😂 thankfully the ceiling I'm putting in it will be easy to keep an eye on❤

@garryward8588 Жыл бұрын

just subbed looking forward to the next vids...as im looking for a van to do and these vids have helped heaps ...cheers

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That’s brilliant 🤩 what are your plans for the van 🚐 holiday or full time 🕰️

@garryward8588 Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe as kids grown now and i really dont like the wife ((lol)) thinking full time..just need find the right one..been going though your videos and deffo helping alot ...cheers

@robinbean6716 Жыл бұрын

Nice one Greg ,how things change in the short time since doing my van you can get some nice bits now to make van build easyer, I'm looking forward to the electrics next wk

@sedette123 9 ай бұрын

Neice work

@GregVirgoe 9 ай бұрын

Thank you

@emwagner 11 ай бұрын

Something I would like to recommend is to put masking tape on the plate for the jigsaw so that you have the masking tape between the jigsaw plate and the roof. this will help to prevent scratches on the metal roofing material.

@GregVirgoe 11 ай бұрын

Yes that’s a good tip and one that I have done before with metal base plates.

@gonefilming2020 Жыл бұрын

You've certainly come a long way since your first MaxxFan video (although the head-through-the-hole-in-the-roof thing has been a constant 😆)! The "helper frames" are a great idea! They are available and competitively priced for Sevels (Ducato, Jumper, Relay). On a Sprinter / Crafter for our 70x50 Dometic roof vent, the adapters retail for € 200. Not in this lifetime. I've actually imported three packs of the Mastic tape from the isles and installed our Dometic and the MaxxFan using it. It really is that good. 👍 Although it should not make that much of a difference, we attached the timber frame right after cutting the hole with a commercial adhesive, clamping it tight over night. The only thing I haven't quite worked out is the routing of the cable when using the trim piece inside. Another hole? Best regards and stay safe. 🚐☁🍀

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

The internal trim flange normally needs to be cut down in height to suit the depth of you ceiling build up. A notch for the cable may also be necessary. 😊

@roberthardy2013 Жыл бұрын

As an 10:14 engineer I would always just check the frame diagonals - quick and totally accurate. What about marking the roof, drill small holes in each corner and glueing / taping the frame in place inside with a sheet of plastic or thin board underneath and then cut the roof. That way you get an accurate cut and no swarf inside.

@markmim5676 Жыл бұрын

Hey Greg another excellent video. I have done a conversion already based on your original build and your videos and expertise was invaluable. I have installed 2. Max fans in my original build but still really enjoyed watching your explanation again. As others have said your methodical approach is so helpful for all. Really looking forward to electrics which I really need help on for our next build👍

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

What the reason your doing another build of you have completed one already? 😃

@markmim5676 Жыл бұрын

My son and I are going to do budget Citroen Relay MWB conversion for him 👍starting this week so ideal timing to make the most of your videos

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

@@markmim5676 that’s brilliant 🤩 I hope these videos help you 👍🏼

@markmim5676 Жыл бұрын

No question, they are extremely helpful and such a good point of reference before you start each part of the process. So glad you found your van at the same time as we are about to start 😁👍

@getawaygeese Жыл бұрын

Great video again I must admit I like the look of those fans and always think we should removed our skylight for one at some stage

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

That would be a good idea and be a great upgrade. I know quite a few that have done that. 👍🏼😃

@chrisdenison6550 Жыл бұрын

Greg, You are a very nice person and I really appreciate you sharing your vast knowledge! You are humble , and very likeable! Keep up the good work and again keep up you videos!! Eg: I’m about to get a Maxx fan Deluxe into my Knaus Sport 500 FDK ( family caravan) I going to take the rig to France for some of the World Cup Rugby 🇦🇺 maybe we might catch-up ? Cheers Chris “The Aussie living in the Netherlands “ 🇦🇺🍾😎

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Always happy to meet up with fellow travellers on the road. Have a good trip and enjoy the rugby 🏉🤩😃👍🏼

@MultiOutdoorman 8 ай бұрын

Greg. If you had planned ahead you could have asked the window man to cleanly cut the opening(s) for you with his Makita ? Then installed the vent while the window sealant was curing !

@andrewnewcastle5333 Жыл бұрын

Loving the progress. Something I wish I could do but not handy in any way. I would have to purchase a van that has been converted already.

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

I know of 80yr old ladies that have converted their own van 🚐

@ezioauditore3128 Жыл бұрын

@@GregVirgoe I'm worse than that - and am in the middle of mine. Give it a go!

@Albert_206 Жыл бұрын

Greg Virgoe working barricade the streets!! 😃😃

@GregVirgoe Жыл бұрын

Health and safety exclusion zone 😂

@cabbunk9906 7 ай бұрын

Hi Greg, brilliant video! Love the MaxxFan Deluxe. We just patented a revolutionary new roof vent shade for these that offers full airflow with complete darkness for sleeping. Patented NiteAir® is the only shade that treats airflow and light differently. Great for hot sleeping.

@GregVirgoe 7 ай бұрын

Hello, Maxxair already make a blackout blind for their fan that cuts out all sunlight and doesn’t affect airflow when in vent mode. www.maxxair.com/products/maxxshades/maxxshade/