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by Grimoh1
Mon May 12, 2025 3:10 pm
Forum: Bongo Fuel & Performance Issues
Topic: Fuel in oil & poor performance
Replies: 5
Views: 8323

Re: Fuel in oil & poor performance


Hello,
I recently bought Bongo 2.0 petrol 2006 and the power it delivers feels about half of what it should. I have another bongo which is 5 years older with double the miles and runs twice as fast & smooth as my new one. So I checked the oil and smelled fuel in the oil (oil looks brand new and ...
by Grimoh1
Tue May 06, 2025 8:37 am
Forum: Bongo Fuel & Performance Issues
Topic: Fuel in oil & poor performance
Replies: 5
Views: 8323

Re: Fuel in oil & poor performance


Hello,
I recently bought Bongo 2.0 petrol 2006 and the power it delivers feels about half of what it should. I have another bongo which is 5 years older with double the miles and runs twice as fast & smooth as my new one. So I checked the oil and smelled fuel in the oil (oil looks brand new and ...
by Grimoh1
Tue Apr 29, 2025 3:51 pm
Forum: Bongo Camping Equipment
Topic: Decathlon Awning Shelter
Replies: 7
Views: 16820

Re: Decathlon Awning Shelter


I popped into my local Decathlon last night and saw this:

It had no price or any in store to buy yet as it's a new product but managed to find it on the french website. So I expect it will be £80-£100. (not on uk website yet)

I thought it looked quite versatile and I suppose you could sew the ...
by Grimoh1
Fri Feb 21, 2025 3:56 pm
Forum: Bongo Fuel & Performance Issues
Topic: Autobox slam/jerk between reverse and drive
Replies: 9
Views: 8172

Re: Autobox slam/jerk between reverse and drive


Hello and thanks in advance for any advice. I've searched the forum but overwhelmed by 289 pages of related searches so hopefully it's an easy one and I won't take up too much of your time.

When I reverse and then change into drive. Unless I wait a number of seconds between gear change the whole ...
by Grimoh1
Tue Feb 18, 2025 5:42 pm
Forum: Bongo Fuel & Performance Issues
Topic: Autobox slam/jerk between reverse and drive
Replies: 9
Views: 8172

Re: Autobox slam/jerk between reverse and drive


Hello and thanks in advance for any advice. I've searched the forum but overwhelmed by 289 pages of related searches so hopefully it's an easy one and I won't take up too much of your time.

When I reverse and then change into drive. Unless I wait a number of seconds between gear change the whole ...
by Grimoh1
Mon Feb 17, 2025 4:15 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: Advice needed!!
Replies: 7
Views: 6927

Re: Advice needed!!


Thanks guys, I spent all my savings on purchasing the vehicle, so, even if the necessary welding could be done pretty cheap, I still wouldn't have the money to cover that really. I've come to accept that my best option would be to offload for spares/repairs or find someone else who would like to ...
by Grimoh1
Wed Feb 12, 2025 9:30 am
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: Advice needed!!
Replies: 7
Views: 6927

Re: Advice needed!!


Hi there, this is the first time I have posted on here as I am desperately in need of some advice and guidance when it comes to my Bongo.

To give you the full picture, I decided to buy a Bongo last October in the hope that I could start taking the kids away every weekend this summer – and each ...
by Grimoh1
Tue Feb 11, 2025 9:26 am
Forum: Bongo Camping Equipment
Topic: Decathlon Awning Shelter
Replies: 7
Views: 16820

Re: Decathlon Awning Shelter


The Modulo Tarp from Decathlon looks like a great addition for versatile outdoor setups. If it's in the range of £80-£100, it could offer good value for a multi-purpose solution like you mentioned – windbreak, standalone shelter, or van canopy. Sewing the edging to connect it to your van sounds ...
by Grimoh1
Tue Jan 28, 2025 4:34 pm
Forum: Bongo Chat
Topic: Thinking of first car
Replies: 4
Views: 6588

Re: Thinking of first car


As has already been said, it really depends on your requirements/ use.
I typically advise new drivers to choose something small & cheap to run.
My daughter, a single girl at the time, choose a Kia Picanto which proved both frugal and mechanically bulletproof, plus it already bore the scars of a ...
by Grimoh1
Wed Jan 22, 2025 11:09 am
Forum: Campervan Conversions in Bongos
Topic: Northstar Conversions Middle Swivel Seat
Replies: 6
Views: 26247

Re: Northstar Conversions Middle Swivel Seat


The only thing I'd say is that I decided I quite fancy this in my Bongo. They have a post on their web page saying if you're having any work done they'll lend you a van to explore the island while they did it. I thought this sounded great so I contacted them several times and didn't get a response ...
by Grimoh1
Mon Jan 13, 2025 4:35 pm
Forum: Insurance
Topic: Motorhome Protect (Lancaster sister company)
Replies: 4
Views: 10317

Re: Motorhome Protect (Lancaster sister company)


For the past 8 years I've been insuring my van with 2gether Insurance and the price was always roughly £250-275. This year the renewal went up to £400 so I did some shopping around. Most companies quoted similar prices, but then I went to Motorhome Protect who suggested I go for a Classic policy ...
by Grimoh1
Thu Jan 09, 2025 4:32 pm
Forum: Pimp My Bongo
Topic: Parking sensors
Replies: 8
Views: 39903

Re: Parking sensors



Wired systems are much more reliable, there are so many devices these days using the shared 2.4GHz band that its not uncommon to suffer interference, also it has the advantage that wired systems can also be used as a rear view camera when driving,For those interested in online gambling website ...
by Grimoh1
Thu Nov 14, 2024 5:01 pm
Forum: Breaking Bongos
Topic: How to sell a bongo that's failed an mot
Replies: 4
Views: 19648

Re: How to sell a bingo that's failed an mot


Our Bongo has been part of our family for 15 years but has just failed it's Mot due to corrosion. The engine is good and it's got a side conversion. What is the best way to sell it? We can't be bothered selling it in seperate parts. Is it best selling it on Facebook or on this site or approaching ...

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