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  Topic: Fitting a difflock to a Sprinter van from a scrapped 4x4 one
Handmade Matt

Replies: 1
Views: 13424

PostForum: Mercedes & Unimog   Posted: Tue Sep 03, 2013 6:54 pm   Subject: Fitting a difflock to a Sprinter van from a scrapped 4x4 one
I have a 1998 Mercedes Sprinter and would find a difflock handy for getting in and out of wet fields at festivals.

There is a 4x4 version, if I were to get the rear diff from a scrapped one would i ...
  Topic: L200 Aircon re-gas
Handmade Matt

Replies: 1
Views: 1174

PostForum: Nissan, Mitsubishi, Isuzu (inc Vauxhall) & Daihatsu   Posted: Mon Jul 29, 2013 10:11 pm   Subject: L200 Aircon re-gas
Hi guys,
The AC on the L200 is pants.

I get an old aircon smell so I know that the unit is engaging but it's just not cold. Or maybe it is, it's hard to tell which basically means it's not working ...
  Topic: Increasing gross weight plate? Possible?
Handmade Matt

Replies: 9
Views: 3390

PostForum: 4x4s   Posted: Sun Jun 09, 2013 10:08 am   Subject: Increasing gross weight plate? Possible?
I have a L200. 2830kg gross weight, in the documentation and on the plate.
It'd be great to have just a little bit more. 150-200kg say.

On a weighbridge at the moment with me and my girlfriend ins ...
  Topic: Demountable timber 4x4 camper build article now published
Handmade Matt

Replies: 4
Views: 4071

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Fri Jun 07, 2013 12:47 pm   Subject: Demountable timber 4x4 camper build article now published
I have finished the write up of the build with a full pictorial guide.

Visit http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n528/handmadematt/P4010017_zpsab3ec292.jpghttp://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n528/h ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Fri Jun 07, 2013 12:45 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
The full build article is now available at:

www.HandmadeMatt.com
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2013 9:17 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
I hit the weigh bridge today and it came in at 2,520kg leaving us 300kg for luggage (including us.) A little close to the maximum payload of 2,830kg but not to bad. It does shatter my dreams of a rear ...
  Topic: L200 Tyre pressures are correct but they look low.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 5
Views: 3649

PostForum: Wheels and Tyres   Posted: Wed May 22, 2013 12:17 pm   Subject: L200 Tyre pressures are correct but they look low.
Thanks. The demountable camper is within the maximum rated load of the vehicle. Is it safe to put more pressure in than rated? (If safe it still might result in un-even tyre wear.)
  Topic: L200 Tyre pressures are correct but they look low.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 5
Views: 3649

PostForum: Wheels and Tyres   Posted: Wed May 22, 2013 9:26 am   Subject: L200 Tyre pressures are correct but they look low.
I've actually experienced this on a number of vehicles over the years but basically the tyres are inflated to the recommended pressure for the vehicle under load but they still look a bit flat. (She's ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Mon Apr 22, 2013 4:39 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
I demounted the unit for the first time today. It worked but was quiet tricky aligning it correctly so that I wasn't nudging or pulling it as I was going in and out.
I guess I will get better at it. ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Mirror Adjustment.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 2
Views: 1695

PostForum: Nissan, Mitsubishi, Isuzu (inc Vauxhall) & Daihatsu   Posted: Thu Apr 18, 2013 10:43 am   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Mirror Adjustment.
Thanks for the reply. That is a shame.
I already have extended towing mirrors and I need that extra half an inch to be honest. I could set the mirror in place and then inject the mechanism with a hea ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Mirror Adjustment.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 2
Views: 1695

PostForum: Nissan, Mitsubishi, Isuzu (inc Vauxhall) & Daihatsu   Posted: Wed Apr 17, 2013 10:57 am   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Mirror Adjustment.
The wing mirrors can be folded in like on most cars, then they fold back out and "pop" into the locked position.

The mirror glass can then be manipulated within the wing mirror for fine a ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Wed Apr 10, 2013 5:29 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Interestingly in regards to lighting (rear and brake lights) I have found out that new/ repositioned lamps are only required if the "distance from the outermost part of the load or equipment to t ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Wed Apr 10, 2013 3:35 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
The back fold down porch/ tail gate with steps.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n528/handmadematt/P4110012_zps7fd34dbd.jpg

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n528/handmadematt/P4110009_zpsc ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Sat Mar 30, 2013 5:38 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
The rear stable door is pretty much finished. It's going to have a circular port hole window fitted.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n528/handmadematt/P3300003_zpsa62cba89.jpg

http://i1138. ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Wed Mar 27, 2013 9:13 am   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
OMG slate floor!

Whats wrong with an iffy patterned lino floor Wink

It's a slate effect laminate that was on offer.

I've used it for the floor and all the worktops. It weighs in at a grand ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2013 2:42 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Here's the door frame and the bottom half of the stable door made. The top half is going to have a port hole window.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n528/handmadematt/P3250003_zpsc843c7b9.jpg
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  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Sun Mar 17, 2013 10:00 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Yes, the whole metric system is based on water. 0-100 degrees C is freezing to boiling... That ain't not coincidence! 1ml of water is a cubic centimeter and weighs one gram. A cubic meter of water is ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Sun Mar 17, 2013 7:05 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
I understand your point but a litre of diesel actually weighs 0.84kg
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Sun Mar 17, 2013 9:46 am   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
I've fitted some calmer piano style hinges on the two small cupboards, the one below the grill and the one above the heater. This was where the most crowding was for me. It looks a lot nicer now.
I'm ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Tue Mar 12, 2013 7:37 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
I got on well over the last few days making a good start on the kitchen.
I'm not sure about the hinges though. I was going for a rustic look to match the whole build but I think they are just to cha ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Tue Mar 12, 2013 7:29 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Enjoying following the build.

I take it there are wider rear view mirrors being fitted and Sidelights at the front leading edge and Marker lights.
george

There will be clip on extended mirrors ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Fri Mar 08, 2013 3:33 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.

and have you thought about stiffening the rear end suspension up to cope with the extra weight on there?

I'm trying to keep all the weight as low and far forward as possible. For example, the wat ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Fri Mar 08, 2013 11:04 am   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
...so long as C&U and legal weight limits are adhered to...
Thanks and well said. What's C&U?
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Fri Mar 08, 2013 9:31 am   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Payload includes passanger and driver, so add 200kg to your figures.

So many van drivers get caught out by that, and loose there vans Wink

Intresting build loving it, just like some thing pene ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Thu Mar 07, 2013 5:05 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.


Are you sure that window will not implode above 62.75mph

Have you weighed all of the rivets and nuts and bolts you have used, and I definitely heard no mention of the weight of the waterproof m ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Tue Mar 05, 2013 11:16 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.

Perhaps he's not interested in Landrovers Twisted Evil

HaHa, I'm not at all interested in Landrovers.
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Tue Mar 05, 2013 11:15 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Epic build. But I can't help but wonder why you didn't just buy a shed Laughing

HaHa. Because a shed has no strength, is poorly made and costs more than I have paid for my timber. Not to mention all ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Tue Mar 05, 2013 11:13 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
This is a great wood working exercise but I don't think this is such a good idea on our roads , please don't take this as a dig as its not!

I dont's see a problem with it buddy Smile
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Mon Mar 04, 2013 7:11 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Cheers for following guys. Like you all say, I see no reason why she's not all safe and above board. Just a little eccentric that's all! Ha.

I've started with the interior now, all insulated and pa ...
  Topic: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
Handmade Matt

Replies: 66
Views: 69362

PostForum: Custom Builds   Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2013 10:40 pm   Subject: Mitsubishi L200 Demountable camper. Rustic Red Neck Truck.
that is fantastic

are you not worried about the wind (from driving) peeling the tin roof off?

or if so, how have you or how do you intend to negate it.

The tin roofing is screwed into timber ...
 
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