[Thecleanerservice]

It's time I changed my vehicle.  I'm looking at about 2 Grand.  I'm wanting something that will lend itself to me having room for some wfp system when I start that.  I'm still fact finding on that one, in the meantime what do you guys think of ford courier.  Any good? Will it accomodate a wfp system, when I get round to it?

Pj

[Davindo Cleana]

Get a VW Transporter - not too big - not too small - and a little bit like the van out of Scooby Doo

[Thecleanerservice]

Can I get a vw transporter for 2G?
How much will it cost to see Scooby Doo?
Pj

[daniel b]

You might get a 15 year old transporter with about 300.000 miles on it for 2G,if i had about 2G to spend i would go for a citroen berlingo or a peugot partner we got a couple never had a prob, you can get 300ltr system and all your stuff in it no prob,and for 2G you would get a year 99 or a 2000 with good miles etc.

Anyway good luck
Daniel

[Davindo Cleana]

I have seen P and R reg's for that money - Mine is S - I am sure one of us has a K reg one - they are really good motors and strong like the bull

[daniel b]

True they are very good vans if you can find a good 1 for that price then it would be a good van,i believe they can run forever,but if your gonna start goin for a k reg or m reg etc you could pick up a good transit also,i would have a look at each van and way up which would be best for me.

Daniel

[Thecleanerservice]

I have indededeeed consideredered a herease

[daniel b]

 : :

[Thecleanerservice]

try roses

Has Rose got a van for sale?

[P @ F]

For daniel blythen .... did you just say that you had berlingos , and you never had a prob with them , its just that i got offered one on an S plate with 115K on it for only £500 , it has a small dent on the door , nothing major , it would appear to be a bargain yes ?
I think its the 600 model , so will that carry 350L and pole and 2 small ladders ?

  Rich   P @ F   

[Thecleanerservice]

oops, late start this morning.
I asked a genuine question, because I know nothing about vehicles.

It's time I changed my vehicle. I'm looking at about 2 Grand. I'm wanting something that will lend itself to me having room for some wfp system when I start that. I'm still fact finding on that one, in the meantime what do you guys think of ford courier. Any good? Will it accomodate a wfp system, when I get round to it?

Pj

I do not presume upon anyone to answer, that is one reason why I will go along with the often ammusing 'idle banter', joining in on occassion, because some of these guys have been very helpful since I joined this forum.  And I'm seeking a bit of advice now, so I can put up with a bit of ridicule if necessary if it means getting some help along the way.  Sometimes I have something useful to share with others.  But I am not the 'font of all wisdom'.  There is no clique on here as far as I am aware, because I have never met any of you guys, and you probably wouldn't want to meet me.
So I go with the flow so long as no-one gets too mean and nasty.

Part reply to other grumbles
Anyway some of this belongs to other threads, some of which has been removed or locked by Tosh n' Giles.

So, still seeking help on a van.  I thank you all

Pj

[Thecleanerservice]

ok senisble answer tim this time... :


you have to think about the size of tank for one thing so you need to consider the weight of the vans (or hearse) you might buy


this is probably the main thing really - you'll miaybe want a roof rack for poles/ladders if you cannot get them inside the van itself.



I think the van choices most make are based on their looks.

I think you're right, O most sensible one.

What size tank might a beginner begin with.  I wouldn't want to go too small or too big.
Pj

[Moderator David@stives]

250 litre is quite big enough for me ,as i am selective where i use it ,and 250l is a lot of water

[Thecleanerservice]

Thanks Dave.  Someone said to me this morning get minimum 800l??

I' need to learn more, I'm out of my depth.

Pj
PS I'm sure you said somewhere you're going in to hospital for few days...Hope all goes well
Make sure the nurse only removes yer spectacles.

[Moderator David@stives]

yes 800 if you are using it constantly for 8 hours a day.
but if like me 250 for £120 ,will do for now ,they still fetch good money if you want to upgrade ,and sell it on .i seen a 250 ltre on ebay £80  second hand.

[Thecleanerservice]

Thanks chaps.  I shall be examining the size of a 400lt tank when loooking at vans.
As from now.

It all used to be so simple...do i get 12" squeegee rubbers or 36"?  Oh well
I must be getting old.
Pj

[AuRavelling79]

Ok has it got to be a van - indeed should it be?

Do you have a family? If so do you have access to a second car?

Would a trailer be a viable option and continue with your present vehicle? (Then presumably you've got 2k to spend on a system and you're away!)

My experience - I've got a Honda Accord Estate on a J Plate - I carry 200 litres in barrels plus a trolley system, but like Dave I could put a 250 litre tank in the back estate space. It has remote control for water flow and is enough for one day's domestic window cleaning if I plan it right.

I'm considering a trailer for my commercial days so I don't have to go home to fill up.

Think it through first and ask lots of Q's here!

[Moderator David@stives]

just my 2p worth i am really struggling for space at the moment .the poles hit my head when driving and it is a load of hassle getting the hose reel in and out i could do with a bit more space

dave

[Thecleanerservice]

Thanks MalcG

A new dimension for me to consider.  I had a van, but had a heart attack.  Nothing to do with the van.  Slowly recovering, but down to one vehicle.  Kids all flown the nest.  Youngest got 3 of his own!!  Phew!
Just me and the wife now.  A trailer is a viable option.  But more interested in the kit you use.  Thanks for more info.  Since getting back to work I have concentrated mainly on ground floor stuff.  It's growing again because I am known in the area (18 years,I hope so), the trolley type system maybe a good starting point for me.
So I'll take your advice..lots more questions.  Thanks
Pj

[preston powerblast]

If looking for a van I can recommend a VW Transporter, mines an old J reg its done over 250 000 and it runs like watch.
Fantastic on diesel and everybody wants it.
If you can get one for he right money then snap it up.
Ive got a 1000 litre tank in mine a big Karcher washer various other pices of kit, and it still pulls like a train.