I can, or could even try and not stick it down if it covers the full width between the runners it will hold itself in.

I see, good to understand

And sticking the insulation over the metal plate (fuel tank access?) and rubber plugs is ok?

I think mine may be the same as yours, 2001, aero v6 petrol with AFT. It was imported 4 years ago and looks like it’s been under sealed but I can’t be 100% sure. There is no rust to speak of currently.

I definitely won’t insulate the side panels given your comments.i am aware of the rust issues on ...

Hi Geoff, thanks for helping me out again.

Original reason for the van is because we go to a camping festival every year with the kids, field, no power, and until now we have done it in a tent. With the Bongo we will use it more and most likely also go to organised camp sites. The plan may evolve ...

Hi all,

Having just picked up my 2001 Bongo with AFT last week I’ve already stripped out all seating, carpets and trim panels. This was to clean and dye the carpets black which I am in the process of but it’s got me thinking…..

Now is the time to look at anything that I should or could do while ...

Hi Geoff,

I had removed the centre console, but not the triangles, having seen your post I have now done that and with the help of my wife we have started feeding the carpet through….. still difficult but those triangles made all the difference! Bit more work and it will be out.

I’ll soon have ...

Hi Geoff,

Thank you for the welcome.

To clarify it’s not the thicker carpets that go under the seats and up the sides of the engine. It’s the thinner pile footwell carpet that is a single piece spanning from the drivers footwell across to the passengers footwell (the carpet underneath the basic ...

Hi all, just joined as a new Bongo owner, picked up a 2001 2.5v6 petrol in white on Thursday, extremely happy to be part of the group! A few jobs are needed to make what is otherwise a good condition vehicle up to scratch.

I’m removing all the carpets to dye them black, seats are out and most of ...