This is why I like to look at builds from around the world. 🌎 Would never have thought that type of cladding would be an option for an expedition truck. Well done. 👍
Hey man! glad you liked it. It was quite a mission, happy it's done and we can start shaping it into our home. Still loads of work to get done hey. hope you're well.
@@NuminousExpeditions Naomi's been on the back burner for the past 3 months but planning on starting phase 2 next month. Hoping to complete the mechanics/ electrics, refurb the cab and install the torsion free system by end June. I'm also going to start the fit out for the box (before the box has been built, very Irish way of doing things but I figure I can do most of that myself). Will then build the box around the furniture I make. This will hopefully help the budget & still see overall progress while we wait on funds to complete the camper. I've got boards & wetsuits waiting for you so just let know when your this side, we've also got a spare room if you need a place for a couple of nights.
@@NuminousExpeditions No worries. I loved your content so much I am subbed with the bell icon for updates and all. I wish to make something similar for myself. All the best! ☺️
Great video.... seem to be enjoying yourselves. Nice to see a non-standard approach to the structure and cladding. Does that lady ever give you a break!
Hey Pat. Thanks man. Well she hasn't yet, but I think one day not too far from now - she'll reward us with a good view on a rainy day spent doing absolutely nothing! Looking forward to it
I must say, standing back and looking at it is pretty fun. The work gets a bit frustrating at times, but definitely worth it. The real adventure starts when we hit the road! Have a great one man.
@@jeshurunfarm Yes, but it always seems to pass by :-) The build has taken much longer than what we originally planned for, but we're hoping we can get going by the end of April this year.
You state elsewhere that it's your choice to build your truck the way you want - but never ever have I seen such a labour intensive build. The frame itself took many people and many hours and now it's the same with the cladding - then there's the drilling, the sealing/sealant and riveting... Plus every joint is a potential leak 3 years down the rocky road. I really don't understand why your trying to reinvent the wheel. I also strongly agree-with the comments about the roof rack - you ascertain that you don't have the budget for aluminium yet the labour content is extreme..... Yes, it's your truck but IMHO it's going to be extremely heavy when the accepted rule for overlanding / expedition vehicles is max 80% of GVW . I really hope that it turns out well for you - but. BTW. I Did a build 24 years ago and all I focused on was quality - my trip to the weigh bridge was a shocker... 🤞
Hello again Graham. Glad you're following the build. In regards to the intensive labour - I really don't mind putting in the sweat especially when there is no other option (funds). I see it as good exercise 😜 and wouldn't expect anyone else to do the same. The frame weighs in at 260kg's (around 570pounds) and our truck has a GVM of 15tons.. so I wasn't too concerned about the frame's weight (light steel framing wasn't around 24 years ago when you were building your truck) I do agree, the cladding and interior makes our truck heavier than the norm, and also agree that when trying to "reinvent the wheel" we might run into new problems, but I invite you to hang around for our trip (South Africa to Vietnam - 64countries) and in the case we manage to complete it, you'll have all the answers you need. My skill set lies in carpentry, and in order to build our interior the way we wanted it - we needed to have a frame to mount to - sticking down wood to the walls with glue, just wouldn't do the trick. It is different, it is heavier, it runs on cooking oil, it's not tried and tested and it goes against the grain, but it's our home, and we absolutely love it! Thanks for your input Graham, what's done is done - and only time will tell if we make it over those very rocky roads. Looking forward to chatting to you again in the coming years. Have a great day man!
Good morning man. It's our "garage"/storage space. Makes it much easier to load big crates, tables and whatever else we need to store. You'll see it in action on episode 1 of matches on the map (Eswatini)
Why is there insulation here at all? As I see it, only thermal bridges are lined up here, or is there EFFECTIVE insulation between the internal cladding, frame and external cladding? I don't mean the space in between, rather the contact surfaces, which are themselves still connected to each other with metal rivets and screws. Adventurous! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermal_bridge How can you come up with the idea of using corrugated iron as a roof - it makes no sense at all - except to collect dirt. 😂
Hey Leiter. Thanks for your comment. The Polyurethane would be the "effective" layer that you are referring to that sits in-between the exterior cladding and the frame. You'll notice that only a small strip of cladding actually comes into contact with the frame (where it is pop riveted). The rest has an air cavity. Now I know that you're thinking that a beading of polyurethane is not effective, but poly has one of the best insulating properties in the world, so I would say it is as effective as we could manage. What is not shown on the video yet, is that we've also added expandable poly foam into all the unreachable spaces, and then as shown on the video - the cavities of the walls will be filled with Isoboard. The interior cladding is plywood - and is not a great conductor of temperature, so that lessens the effect of the cold bridge. Yes, pop rivets do act as a "conductor", and there is no way of stopping them from coming into contact with both the exterior cladding and the frame, but I don't think that we'll be freezing any time soon - Wikipedia is helpful, but sometimes you got to think of your own plan man. Corrugated roofing is MUCH stronger than flat sheeting, and also makes it less possible for water to leak through the joins as they overlap on the corrugations. If you've ever attempted a build like this, you'd know that leaks are a nightmare, and I personally pick strength and longevity over cleaning off a bit of dust every now and then - after all, I enjoy washing the old girl. To summarize - We're building our truck like we want to, and so far, we're pretty darn happy with it. Our videos are not intended to guide or teach anyone how to build such a vehicle, but rather to share the journey and challenges. If you ever do build one, be sure to build it like you want to. I'll update on how well the "house" does in extreme climates, and whether we freeze to death... Have a great one man, and thanks for sharing your thoughts. Robin
Einstein, or should I say SmartArse? The insulation has not been installed yet & in any build would only be after the outside shell is complete. You don't seem to be paying attention to the point of this project, how economical can an expedition vehicle be built. Many of the details, DIY solutions that Robin & Jolandie have come up with are inspirational! Your opinions useless. Regarding the " corrugated iron" roof, it's not iron it's Aluminium, you idiot! Question to all who may have got this far, what would you prefer in your build, A free corrugated Aluminium roof or a $$$ plus flat one? Betsy you're doing a great job!
