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anyone combined van and trolley system
« on: October 29, 2005, 07:48:40 pm »
Today did a couple of new places - very quirky layouts and being a Saturday (and the only day to do these ones on) there were more cars and activity.
The upshot was me trying to get the van into the right positions.
It needed repositioning twice.
I have been thinking for a while about the possibility of combining the essentials of my van system - battery pump and varistream to use on a trolley.
The idea is to fix the trolley in the van and then disconnect when I need to use it as a trolley system.
Its all about cost and I cant afford to buy these parts over again.
Has anyone done this and have any photos or tips.
One drawback could be the battery being too big
Thanks,  Red

tomo

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #1 on: October 29, 2005, 08:20:59 pm »
Andrew mccann's trolley says it can do that same thing you suggest with a modification have a look at www.freedomwfp.co.uk and read all the info on the site. i have orderd one of these trolleys myself as they look like they do what it says on the tin

Regards

Tom

matt

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #2 on: October 29, 2005, 08:39:58 pm »
sack truck, use the pump from your van, and just use a small battery for your trolley and leave the van battery in the van

job done

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #3 on: October 29, 2005, 09:21:21 pm »
Hi Tomo - I really like Andrew's set up - though can't see how it fits in the way I want from the info shown.
Matt - I used your diy guide as my reference for setting up the van system - I am indebted - I wouldn't mind lugging the main battery on a trolley if that would work
The main thing would be being able to connect and disconect in seconds and without much water spill

The thing I forgot to ask was -  my van tank water has to go through the di - how would I get the trolley containers to fill with di'd water - hope that makes sense - how boring is the x factor :)

tomo

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #4 on: October 29, 2005, 09:28:14 pm »
davindo

i was thinking of this quote from the site
"Should you decide to move to a van mounted system all you will need to get is the tank. Everything that is needed to work a tank mount is already there on your Freedom Trolley. Just leave it folded down, plug into your tank and you are working. Then, for that “awkward to get to window” just detach and you have your trolley again". but you couuld probably do it cheaper yourself. I could to but liked the pro look of the system as i have told my customers i am investing decent money in this "new way of cleaning windows with wfp. ;D
Hope you come to a conclusion we're here to help  ;)

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #5 on: October 29, 2005, 09:43:09 pm »
thanks Tomo - i tried to read it too quickly :-\ - the professional look of that system must give it an edge - and that's what I liked about it when Andrew launched it - but I don't want to get into the dark waters of how good things look cos that's for another debate
the help so far from this and...ahem...the other main site has been superb - every obstacle I have come across has been sorted through the forum (fora)
This is distant learning, but not as we know it :)
Many thanks, Red

simbo

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Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #6 on: November 01, 2005, 08:17:11 pm »
anybody got price of freedom trolly
looks good cheers simb0

tomo

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #7 on: November 01, 2005, 09:01:32 pm »
simbo

call andrew on 01472 347519 i have just purchased one with a 200 gpd ro/di system its being deliverd this week :) They are really helpful need to know anymore just look at the site www.freedomwfp.co.uk

simbo

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Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #8 on: November 01, 2005, 09:04:50 pm »
tomo just looked at site , i like the look of system just wanted an idea of price
cheera simb0

tomo

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #9 on: November 01, 2005, 09:07:02 pm »
full price everything in is just under a grand £995 that inludes a 100gpd ro/di. i think trolley about £650 ish you will have to call for yourself as i am no authority on their prices ;D

reguards

tom

classic

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Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #10 on: November 01, 2005, 10:10:01 pm »
we use a trolley made by aps of leeds i have it on a purpose made trailer ,it can either be left  on or wheeled off
very robust piece of kit well pleased
70 ltr capacity on trolley
350 ltr in 25 ltr containers in trailer

Smiths Cleaning

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Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #11 on: November 02, 2005, 12:19:07 pm »
Hi
 i purchased the freedom trolley and no regrets very helpful in getting me off ground and yes it is as straight forward as they say to connect to tank in the van, haven't done that myself don't need to yet but something i plan to do  over next 12 months
Andy

brett walker

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Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #12 on: November 02, 2005, 04:35:14 pm »
My Pure Freedom Trolley is being delivered this Friday ;)

They are selling like hot cakes  8)

Brett.

gaza

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Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #13 on: November 02, 2005, 05:53:44 pm »
BRETT: SHOULDNT THAT HAVE READ SELLING LIKE TROLLIES ;D
I WILL BE GLAD WHEN YOU GET IT, FED UP OF HEARING ABOUT IT,JUST LOOKED ON EBAY FOR SOME EAR DEFENDERS OFFER : THERES BUY ONE,GET ONE FREE. ONE FOR ME AND ONE FOR DEBBIE ;D ;D ;D.

 GAZA
IM AT THAT AGE MY BACK GOES OUT MORE THAN I DO

Grafters Cleaning Services

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Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #14 on: November 02, 2005, 07:08:38 pm »
mine is dual purpose, i mainly use as a van system by connecting a long hose reel to my trolley system that sits upright in the van.

when used as a van mount i run off a leisure battery and attached to the trolly is a power pack.

i only use the trolley if on blocks of flats where my 30 mtr hose can't reach all the way round.

in a nut shell you can do this with no extra cash outlay with the exception of a long hose reel (providing your pump is capable of pushing the water along 30mtrs plus pole length)
JAY "GRAFTERS"
From Southampton
www.high-shine.co.uk

H h20

Re: anyone combined van and trolley system
« Reply #15 on: November 02, 2005, 07:19:15 pm »
I`ve just built my new trolley system that also runs my tank in my van,it`s actually in use but i`m having a few alterations done,i`ll be posting a few pictures soon,Gaz