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Welcome to Italy! Feel free to hit us up and swing by for a brilliant parking spot with mountain views 😊

Think carefully, you will probably have a new set of problems with the next van. Anyway, have you spoken to Jits? She won't be happy! Spend some money on a new battery and alternator. It's probably all she needs . . .

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I have watched this, and these Vans are one of the most reliable simple mechanical engines. If its serviced, and parts replaced when needed. .it will go on for many more years!!! Battery should of been done before leaving the Uk

Not fun being broken down, things will work out. keep up the positive vibes 🙂

I just love your positive outlook even in adverse situations. Whether you are filming at a car park, or anywhere, it is so enjoyable to see you two and Triggy. To two beautiful souls and a sweet little dog. Much love.

Just a suggestion. Have you ever considered dismantling Jits interior and retro fitting it into a similar van, for example a newer Boxer? Then you could take some of Jits with you and rebuild what I think are the best campervans you can buy to be honest. I really wanted to buy an autosleeper before we converted but we opted for something newer to convert.

"Jits junior" definitely 👌 I love Jits... She is my dream perfect ride but maybe she just wants to retire 😢💐🤗

Can't believe how many times you jump started Jits without thinking of getting the alternator checked & a new battery but so glad you're back on the road. (This video wasn't the best sales pitch if you are selling Jits on though!😂.) Looking forward to your now trouble free road trip & beautiful films to follow.

So glad y’all made it to Italy, poor Jits she’s tired but she keeps pushing. Love your positive outlook to keep pushing just like she does. Also I can’t get enough of Triggy, my husband and I keep aweing at him when he comes on the screen.

Hopefully the next van you choose will have less problems than Jits. Have the most amazing day and week everyone 💕 💛.

Oh no! This has brought a tear to my eye. I want to tell you to give Jits the TLC she needs. She’s got such great bones! But i want y’all to be safe and comfy as well. Hopefully, if not you guys, someone will restore Jits to her glory and she can continue to have adventures. Best of luck! 💜

It's nice to know that you feel the same as us with the van. Going great, then not, then happy when it is! 🤣. Have fun guys

I’m shocked you don’t have more subscribers! Your videos are so brilliantly produced! Oh Jits!!!! The baby is tired! Hopefully you’ll make it through your adventures! Excellent video! ~Cara 😊

So happy that you arrived in Europe safely. Whatever you decide, we all look forward to more Triggs Into The Sunset!

The running problem reminds me of an issue i had years ago,car would run perfect hen under certain conditions would stutter and lose power then cut out,i eventually traced it to a clogged-up filter inside the fuel tank, basically and old car with rusty bits floating around inside the tank and would clog up sometimes.took the tank off,flushed it out with a hose pipe,let it dry out upside down and solved the problem permanently

I would replace old rubber on a vintage van. Mercedes T1 are reliable in diesel form and front beam axle good for rough terrain. Jits starting could be; dirty earth(s), worn out starter motor, failing battery due to high internal resistance in one or more cells or failing alternator. I wouldn't be driving in the fast lane with debatable reliability.

We always say, "in a few months you'll laugh about your current situation and will just see it as part of the big adventure" and usually that is true, but when you're stuck in that situation it is extremely stressful and can potentially spoil all the fun you could be having. That is why I always admire you guys for your positive attitude and outlook on life. Even after issues like you had with Jits or never takes you long to be all smiles and full of excitement again. 👍🏽😉 I can imagine that it'll be difficult to part from Jits after all the adventures you had together (and because we humans get far to attached to material things. We're supposed to love humans and use stuff, but it's often the other way around), but there comes a time for everything and everyone to let go. Jits has done her job, and fabulously so, but I agree with you. You'll need a new van! You've gathered so much vanlife experience by now that I'm sure a conversion done to your liking, specifications and preferences will be a hell of a home. I can't wait to follow you along in your conversion videos. That Mercedes Vario looks fantastic! 22,000 km?!? If they're original (and with a German dealer I'd bet my left arm on it that they are) that would be fantastic! 500,000 km for those Varios is nothing and even 1 million km is not unheard of. Those vans are indestructible! Also, since you now seem to do most of your vanlife on the European contingent, a LHD might be the way to go. But Adam, with your height you better forget about sleeping widthwise in any van. It's not happening! Don't forget you lose a good 10 cm with insulation too. 😬 All the best from my rock in the Atlantic! 🙏🏽😎

I know the older vehicles are a lot simpler and easier to fix on the go, theyre built to last and be fixed with some tape and zip ties, but I still question if a 44 year old van will give you the reliability you need. I love it, its a characteristic old girl, which suits you guys down to the ground, but there will be risk involved. Regardless, absolutely love the videos guys, you are the only people of this type of video that I watch, dont know why, it just feels right. I want to be doing what you are doing some day, but id rather do it with my, as yet, illusive special someone, so perhapse in the future thattl be me too. (if they let me on a NZ passport :P) Good Luck!!!

Hiya :) Hmmm. windows looked great ... but.... once you build out the insulation/flooring and etc on the bottom... maybe not tall enough inside....it was close already. Same for the sides.... though you could look at leaving one space with longer head/foot room into sides for sleeping possibly. Energy/fuel...how to make it go, how to keep it cool/warm are going to be key though moving forward.... and that van was heavy. On the otherhand....if anyone can do it, it is definitely you guys. Kind of shows how good jitz is.... it was well designed and really packed a lot in.

I know your pain had my cam shaft go on mine and living in it for a few months in scotland had to drop my home off and check into some accommodation... so much relief getting it back

Somehow y'all make even breaking down on the side of the highway look good. Love seeing vanlife through your eyes!

Well done your italy trip to dolomites on my bucket list can’t wait xxx happy travels with Jits. Go old boy

The beautiful scenery aside, Triggy is just a fabulous little old man. I'm in love :) Fingers crossed that Jits gets to keep enjoying these journeys.

Coming from experience with a peugeot boxer type van, the earth leads usually give trouble, and the battery clamps wear over time, this gives battery and starting issues. Might be worth getting checked out, I hope you don't give up on jits.

Hi. I've watched your channel from the start and it was largely through it that I went out and bought almost the same van but the shorter 1998 Harmony version and we love it. The battery was most definitely the main cause of your problems as I have had exactly the same issue in the past and a new battery should keep you running for a few years to come now. Welding is just something you have to expect on a van of that age and if I were you, I would keep on trucking!

Bit of a lightbulb moment getting a new battery. Can't believe it was not at the top of the list before you left Folkestone!

first, yeah Tanya, Adam - you're the best. Love the adventures and your photography is stunning :)

This is actually put together like a short film. Very impressive travel adventure video.

Catch you in nother exciting tour with jits

Praying for Jits to make it all the way, one more memorible trip and happy times for all of you. I travel now with my little dog who will be 18 the end of this month. I just got my van the end of July and I love "van life". Thanks for sharing all the good and the bad with us, I love seeing reality. Take care you 3.

The trials and tribulations of an old vehicle. It is an emotional rollercoaster for you. Lucky that the alpine views made a a bit for the disappointments. Great episode, thanks. Günter/Nürnberg PS: There is a couple in the German GS forum who bought such a used fire brigade Mercedes from the 70ies for their 12-month-sabbatical. And went around the UK, Ireland (where their motorbike on the back was stolen despite using metal cables), France, Spain, Italy. Seems the youngtimer was a great mix between outer and inner size and reliability. They're back to work in Munich in January 2023.

Hi Guys, great to see you back on the road, and Italy 🇮🇹 the Dolomites, fantastic. Had many agreat holiday there and lake garda with our caravan 30+ years ago, fantastic area. Poor Jits, I know how she feels, I find it hard to get going some days, it's old age you know. Looking forward to your next video. Take care, stay safe xx

I keep thinking the same thing with my 22 year old!!! Glad you’re enjoying the travels, good to catch up on insta 🎉

Omg!!!!. Adam said a few breakdowns! That's putting it mildly.! I am so glad you took charge and didn't give up. So many others would have. Jitts will be forever in your heart no matter where she is. Maybe a permanent home somewhere? She would be nice to come home to. Hopefully you will be trouble free in your travels. Thanks so much for taking me along. I cannot wait for each and every video you guys make and when you aren't on regularly, I miss you. Glad you are taking the wee old man with you. He is a beauty.Give Jitters a big hug. She's going to pull through. Safe travels.

Wow Tania sounds like the "History Calling" channel. Newly subscribed, Thanks for sharing your travels : )

Hi guys there are ups and down in a van, like in any house. we have been lived in our van for over 8 years and traveled England and Europe. We are in Lithuania now and have our share of things going wrong one of which was having to get a new battery like you now we have to get 2 new leisure batteries. Your little dog is cute. He gets to be outside but in a bag when he's a little tired. Luck thing. video was great beautiful scenery thank you.

Those old german fire trucks looked pretty amazing, I hope you'll be able to find a worthy successor in the near future! Can't wait for the build videos of Jitters II: Electric Boogaloo. 🙃 I also hope that you still had a good time over in Italy, despite the technical problems~ My own lil' micro camper just broke down and doesn't seem to wanna get fixed any time soon, so my own plans of visiting it had to be postponed for now... 😅

Oh Poor Jits. its so hard to let go but you need to do what's right either keep jits spend the money on Jits or pay out more and get a new van which could cost you more! If it's a new van take part Jits with you! Thanks for taking us with you you guys are just beautiful people ❤️

had ones of these air locks in fuel line at fuel filter end,common problem

Yay you made it! Wishing you the best hurrah for your final trip in Jits :)

Excellent video wonderful trip and stunning views, loved it even with all the breakdowns have a fun and continue,PS get a new van for next year ha ha

oh guys, we didn't realise when we chatted with you for the podcast when you were in Austria, all that you had been going through! Sending good vibes to Jits now, and we are really looking forward to see your Dolomite Hiking videos - we went through that area many years ago, but didn't get to do any hikes. And a big hug for Triggy.

Well, looking for something uplifting to watch, found this and it didn’t disappoint. Good to know there are some who go the extra mile to help and how good it must feel to get to those fabulous places, after the ups, downs and delays. Looking forward to the next one and hope you get some good advice on your replacement.

Thanks!

Another great film, thank you.

Hi from Canada. Wishing you luck on your travels and no more break downs. Been loving the videos and watching for a while now. Always excited when I see a new video from you guys! 😁

My sister-in-law bought a 2000 Peugeot Boxer Autosleeper 'Symphony last year, and it had exactly the same stalling at junctions problem. After many trips to a mechanic, the local Peugeot dealer traced the problem to the crank position sensor. A part that costs less than a tenner, but can be so difficult to diagnose problems with. Theirs had some chaffing on the cable that's attached to the sensor and replacing the sensor and the cable has solved the problem. If you haven't already replaced this, then it would be well worth a try. Good luck.

Wishing you guys a beautiful journey through Europe with your beloved Jits🥰 Take pieces of her and add her to your new van so that she can continue to bless you on your future adventures 😁 God Bless 🙏

Gorgeous video despite all the challenges. Triggy living his best life❤️❤️

Starting problems are not that complicated to diagnose, if you can find an honest repair guy. If you have invested that much in welding and it has a new MOT certificate, I think it is worth keeping Jits. Assuming you have a leisure battery also, I would disconnect the starter battery when you park up. Any repair guy should be able to measure that the alternator is charging the battery correctly; if not a new alternator is required. If the alternator and battery are good, it is most likely that something is draining the battery after you stop: this will require an auto electrician who should be able to diagnose the cause. A new vehicle needs to be thoroughly checked by someone other than the seller before purchase and a written report produced. Good luck.

So glad you got that battery and you’re back on the road guys 👌 I was feeling your pain

Hi guys, what a roller coaster of emotions on that trip, so glad you made it. One suggestion.... If Jits go's to van heaven, keep the registration and transfer to the new van!! ......JITS.2. Take care and looking forward to the next video, love Howard, Helen & Nemo.

Just is such a sweet wee van, it's a shame she's on her last legs. I'm really looking forward to the next film, I haven't seen a hiking video in the Dolomites before, it'll be stunning footage to be sure! 💛

So glad to see you no matter what happens!

i love the dog

These views look incredible!!!

Love the idea of the vintage van/firetruck with only 22k on it! I hope you can find whatever fits your life well and is still affordable too!

So glad It's is better, bless her. Such beautiful scenery. Enjoy the adventures and stay safe.

Sorry for you troubles with Jits 😞💗 Backpacking dog adventures are so cute 😍🐕

love it, as always, you're the best, and i keep my fingers crossed for Jits and the new van as well!

One thing to bear in mind with old diesel vans, is the increase in "low emission zones " in Europe. You may be excluded from many places in the future. Also I didn't see a "UK" sticker on Jits, the GB stickers were changed to UK ones as from September 2021, over a year ago.

Cracking little film...form and content both first rate...one of your best in my opinion.....looking forward to following Jits's last adventure!! 👍

Loved this so much, the realities of van life, the balance of problems but also amazing places. This is what it is truly about. The dolomites look incredible, it's definitely next on our list. Have a great time you three!

Oh So sorry you had so many issues with Jilts😢 🙏🙏 things get beter. Your Doggie is so cute ❤ The Dolomites looked amazing the views are Breathtaking . Have a Good weekend 🥰🥰

Keeping my fingers crossed for Jits 🤞 There's still a bit more life in the old girl yet I reckon, she'll see you through Europe. Look forward to seeing another van conversion, that big red van looked good 😁

Hello from Canada! I found your channel last year through Kinging it. Poor Jits, have loved your van. I just had to scrap my rig. It was hard but new adventures always await! Good luck on your search.

🤞🤞 sending good vibes for no more breakdowns

Jits needs a new fuel filter, the sediment that collects inside it is being sucked against the filter material inside the filter at higher engine revs causing it to clog up and starve jits of fuel, replace the filter and jits will run like a new van 😀

I would like to see a van build of your design I watched the travel beans build and was very impressed with Emma’s build

Love how you guys carry Triggy in the back pack 🥰 Can’t believe you didn’t get a new battery before getting on Eurotunnel 🙈 Hope you get to travel breakdown free for a while.

Forget the 1970's cool bus. It will do nothing but give you problems. It has ancient steering, engine, transmission, brakes etc etc. Get you a modern van ie Fiat Ducato or similar. That way it will be safe, reliable and will have parts available everywhere int Europe and GB. Cheers.

Great one guys🌺 Go for a newer van, it'll be the smartest decision. Keep building this amazing channel and enjoy❤

The problem with the poor performance at the beginning of the vlog sounds very much like flakes of rust in the fuel tank blocking the fuel pickup. With small throttle openings, the fuel pump isn't sucking hard, so it is not picking up the flakes of rust. When you use more throttle, the pump tries to suck more fuel and then the flakes partially block the intake. May not be the problem, but certainly worth checking. The other possibility is water in the fuel.

Yay 🎉 sooo glad you & jits& trigs made it to Italy 🎉🇮🇹 🎉 too great when dreams come true 🙌❤ ours is to get to Greece one day 🥰

Think carefully about getting rid of jits all it needs is a good engine service plus it’s an auto sleeper so practical and a good build

I have problems with my van as it draws power while standing and I very rarely use it, so I always purchase a spare battery and decent heavy duty jump leads, (and a battery tester) and then every now and again I connect the spare battery to the van battery and start the engine up and charge them both.

That last van you were looking at reminded me of Custard, Craig & Aimee's bus.

Had the same issue last year spent an absolute fortune on my vw t25 keeping it on the road finally gave in and bought a newer Toyota its the best thing just get in and go knowing its going to make it

Best of luck to you guys and Jits. But I do think that although there are lots of sentimental strings to Jits, it is looking like time to move on so that you can enjoy life to the fullest without so many breakdowns which I would imagine Adam's mum would have wanted more so than keeping Jits going. My van vote is to go for a more modern Autosleeper Symbol which are still made to date and would be an easy/simple switch. The Mercedes van conversion idea although I'm sure it would look really cool, the MPG would be very high, wouldn't be emissions compliant with a number of European cities and would be expensive/difficult to source historic parts. Also the Mercedes van you liked in the video looked like your hair was touching the ceiling... Once the flooring/insulation is on you might be less comfortable.

Roll on guys! Maybe a new battery or alternator. But a new van will do also!

Remember you can fit Flares to the rear of the van, in place of the rear windows, this will enable you to sleep across the rear of the van. Also think about the fact that you need insulation and a ceiling/lights that take out internal height.

Hey guys. We recently bought a motorhome and are going to be travelling Europe. Great videos and shots 👏🏻 Chelsea and Mike

I think her something like a Volkswagen crafter van with air con you will appreciate it in the hot summer's.. Something along this line so it last you the next 10 years . Probably 2015 model. Hope it helps.👍

Replace Air and Fuel filter as if blocked effect is stifling of the engine at high revs. My Motorhome is 20 years old. Have driven to Greece and Gibraltar. Your videos gives me new places to explore.

I don't understand, you are struggling with that bad battery for days, but on every petrol station you can get a new one for cca 80€ and get rid of your problems 🙄 It seams that you only need to get excuse for purchasing another van 😏

Poor Jits. Seeing this and the issues you've had, the idea of converting her just is so out of the question for you. I think it is indeed time for a new Van. Jits has served you both so so well, getting you to alot of amazing place. Time to say Rest well old girl, rest well. The Merc van looked awesome. Also Trigs is so adorable.

I am glad you all eventually made it to Italy. Must be bit of strain worrying about Jits all the time. But eh, she is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you are going to get. Belated happy birthday Tania.

Hi . Go for the merc. No commputers and can be fixed any where in the world

Get your self an oldish merc mines a 410d with out all the electronics the engines are bomb proof, had mine 20 years and yes you always have problems with what ever you buy but Mercedes are pretty good

Life with a Van, Motorhome is always a little up and down, old and new. Have been in the Dolomiterna both for Hiking and Skiing, top of the Line!! 😍👍

Hi guys. Another beautiful film, showing the sometimes frustrating reality of van (or any!) life. Hopefully you manage to get Jits and Triggs to some dream locations on this road trip. You continue to inspire me and Nicky 🙏

We feel your pain, ours was running amazingly in the UK and as soon as we entered mainland Europe she started playing up. Definitely not barking up the wrong tree, I wish we had looked at old European fire fighting vehicles when we purchased ours, well looked after and low milage 😁

if you have more fuel probs, think on removing the fuel tank as there's a filter inside .which gets blocks

We, also, broke down in our 1990 VWT25,fortunately in Knepp,Wilding estate with a broken waterpump. It took a week to get it replaced by a mobile mechanic (a highly recommended solution). Meanwhile we lived in the van and explored estate seeing longhorn cattle and red deer etc.

So happy to see you made it to Italy for Jit’s final tour of Europe. Our fingers are crossed 🤞 that there are no more hiccups for the rest of the journey ❤ We just finished building our own little home on wheels to take on a big adventure. It’s a huge, but rewarding, project to build your own van. One piece of advice for selecting a new van - especially for Adam since you look quite tall, is that if standing inside is important to you, make sure you account for what you’re going to add (ceiling and flooring framing, insulation, finishing panels etc) they use up valuable inches! 🙂 Take care! Hayley and Jake ☀️

Buy a multimeter and check the input when running to the battery.

No different to "normal" life.. you get the same constant highs and lows to.. and honestly the lows are longer, often way more expensive and the highs are not so beautiful and relaxing as your highs! Can't wait for the next vlogs😊

We had a problem with our 2003 Symbol "Fudge" corrosion on the earth terminal on the gearbox all sorted in two hours of dismantling and reassembly with copper slip it has now never started quicker and more positively