Insulation

To insulate I started with the sliding door. I am not sure how much difference it will make but it's cheap to do so why not. I started with a bit of flashing tape to help deaden panel vibration.

Then I cut Celotex to fit, I had to leave a few gaps as I didn't want the Celotex to interfere with the door mechanics.

Then I whacked in some thermo bubble wrap and sealed it with aluminium tape.

Exterior bits

A bit of debadging and clear repeaters, easy mods.

I don't know what VW paint their steel wheels with but its rubbish. I can't afford alloys at the moment but I will have to repaint these.

Windows

After a good deal of thought I settled upon Vansport for my windows. They are specially made for van conversions and their quality of fitting is renowned. I took the long drive to Penzance and I was not disappointed. Ian the fitter did a top notch job, he also tinted the tailgate glass to match and fitted Climair deflectors to the front windows.

Stock

This is my stock VW T5 T26 84bhp it has the electric pack, a glazed tailgate, the fold down twin seat and aircon.
This blog is my record of the van's development into a camper/day van. It's my third van having previously owned a T25 hightop and a T4 2.4 Caravelle which I converted. I intend to keep things fairly simple and economical. I would be grateful of views and advice from anyone with sufficient motivation to comment!