Midi Heki Rooflight Install | Ep12 | Sprinter Camper Van Conversion 

Glad to hear it Julia. Good luck with the rest of the build

So how do you like your skylight? Did you get the same one that he put in? The reason I'm asking is I just bought a Ram pro master 3500 I'm shopping right now for a skylight I wanted a big 1 that I could use as an escape if I needed to plus it gives so much light. I was also impressed, you said you are 53 and DIYing your van. I am 64 and questioning myself!!! Would love to hear and see from you if interested in sharing your experiences so far? And help or suggestions welcome!!!

What good sealant did you use?

@@fiachra77figs Hi, Sikaflex 512.

Hi Pete I did not know this however it seems abit counter intuitive to the fitment of the unit so I would be surprised if this is a standard for all skylights? There was nothing mentioned in the info sent with the rooflight but thanks for the info. So far no troubles with ours so will see how it fairs. In addition anyone looking to use this rooflight and/or video might be worth getting in touch with the manufacturer and posting back here for future watchers. Either that or air on the side of caution and use white spirit regardless

Good luck. It's not too bad

Thanks David

Glad it helped you out Matt. I'm sure there are multiple ways to install. Hope yours goes well😎

Thanks man. Getting the rest of the vids on the channel over the coming weeks. Good luck on your build, just dont take it lightly (its alot of work)

@@ScottAndJen Thanks mate we wont, you in the trades then I take it?

Commerical diver by trade. Makes no odds, a novice can do a van build if they have the time and patience

Thanks for the support Michael. Glad the videos are helping you out, there will be plenty more videos coming. Its getting cold here now in the UK though. Hope your conversion is going well. I think people underestimate the work that goes into a conversion. Just do a little bit at a time and dont sicken yourself :)

Scott & Jen Yep, definitely cold out now, although I’m hoping to get a good amount of workshop time over the Christmas break. So far I’ve mainly been planning and measuring, having only got my van a couple of weeks ago. I’ll be installing a MaxxFan same as you, so your video was really helpful. Yes, definitely agree, a huge amount of work and I’m only at the planning stage! I’m looking forward to getting properly going with the build. Can’t wait to see your future content. Thanks again both.

Glad it helped you out enjoy your rooflight😀

Glad it help enjoy the roof light

Glad it's of help. Slow down enjoy the process🤙

Glad to help

Good luck with the build :D

No problem Jason. Cheers

Thanks Neil the support is appreciated :D

Hi Linda. We have since sold the van. However that been said the skylight would be highly recommended from us personally, it was a lovely edition to the build. Be sure it fits you particular vehicle before you purchase and good luck with the install.

Pleasure

Bad idea. The wind/air pressure will likely do it damage when driving.

@@ScottAndJen ah fair, does that not worry you on windy nights if the wind is coming from behind?

Yes you can

@@ScottAndJen great, thanks : )

Everything in the video came with the kit. re heat loss, when we were in the Alps in the winter it was letting alot of heat out. I taped two pieces of silver foil bubble wrap insulation together that fitted snug between the window and the blackout blind and the negated the loss almost completely. Good luck

@@ScottAndJen thank you!

De Nada

Sorry can you clarify what you question is?

We bought the same window yesterday and the guy we bought it from told us it can blow off while driving when it opens to the front.. sounds logic... :(

@@aboutandes yes that is correct you want to fit the window like we have on this video (ie the hinges on the window should be towards the front of the van) the wind then cant get underneath and lift it up when driving. Hope this helps. Good luck with the install

Thanks!

Correct

Hi Tyler I couldnt really comprehend what you mean unless I saw a picture. I have heard people mention cutting the metal can weaken the roof's structure but I cant really see it being a problem. Also if rust is the issue just clean the area well of any existing rust and give the bare metal areas created by the cuts you make a good coating of anti rust paint. I assume the cuts will be covered with the A.C. unit anyway so if your mastic/sikaflex application is good then water should not get to the area to create rust in the first place.

Hi yes it is possible

afraid not its a midi heki

Hi Nicky, not exactly sure which clips you mean. The ones I put the long screws into come with the Rooflight kit

Sorry Ruth you are on your own there. You can post internationally but itll cost you. I would think the US would have alot more choice

If needs must we could use it yes but never have.

Had a leak on a on of the roof grommets that wasn't used. Had worked itself loose, we may have disturbed it whilst insulating. No leaks for any other work ie solar panels, fan or roof light. Good Luck

@@ScottAndJen ok great thanks for your reply!

Hi there. Yes the cuts are inside the external bead so makes no difference

Hi there it's 2015 313 model. You are better off finding the measurements/dimensions of the rooflight online and then measuring your van

@@ScottAndJen Brill thanks. Did you go for the version with fixed ventilation or without? If you went for the vented version, do you finds it whistles whilst driving???

@@hughrose973 without

Great bit of kit. Worth the extra in our opinion

@@ScottAndJen Thank you! Just ordered one :)

Hi Drew it is neither. Its the Midi Heki. The Heki 2 is alot bigger and will not fit in a sprinter van

Hi Katy. I would advise searching for the rooflight yourself as prices fluctuate from site to site and can be better on one site one day and another the next day. We got our from grasshopper leisure. Let me know if you are struggling and I'll dig a link out for you

Hi im not sure what you mean about the spacer fixing kit but im assuming you mean the metal brackets the internal cover clips into. Anyhow the kit I fitted was completely standard. Good luck

Grasshopper Leisure online

Was either Grasshopper or Jacksons leisure. Can't remember which

@@ScottAndJen awesomr. Thanks!!

Nice to see some locals viewing!

We got ours from grasshopper leisure online.

No link sorry. Grasshopper or Jacksons leisure

fitted a month prior to this vid was published. No Leaks

No it only opens so far unfortunately

Build up dead space between metal and gasket

Hi Erika. I'm assuming the Promaster 159 is a caravan. I don't have any knowledge of this I'm afraid but aslong as you have and area big enough to fit 700x500mm + 20/30mm extra for the frame inside then you will be good to go but make sure you measure up well before you start cutting. Good luck

You are correct, it cannot

Hi John. I used no more nails to keep it in place

@@ScottAndJen Thanks 🙏 How obvious 🤭 Thanks 🙏 John

Hi Clint its the 170

It hasn't no. Holding up well no leaks

No leaks thus far and been in for over a year. Most of that time has been in very hot and varying weather conditions so expansion and contraction. I imagine they might come at some point but hopefully not. Good luck

Yes

@@ScottAndJen sick!!!

Gave us both a good belly laugh there Ant, we'll bare this in mind for future vids😆

Ant or chips wrapped in newspaper with a cup of ohhhh Northern Tea...😊😀

Glad to be of help bud

Thanks for that observation. Admittedly the finish could have been a little better. In hindsight I should have looked to see if the pop up window was removable. However I would like to congratulate you on you ability to pick out a negative on a video that quite evidentally has helped alot of people, that's some skill. I'm not usually much of a gambler but on a hunch I would take a stab that said comment is a reflection of your bitterness and more notably your own lack of perceived achievement in a relation to others. A good book for you - 12 Rules for life an antidote to chaos. In particular chapter 6 - Set your house in perfect order before you criticize the world. Good luck to you

After that creepy hatch peep, the sikaflex is what offended you?