Tuesday 15th Feb 2011
On our recent visit to Truelux one would have been forgiven if on first glimpse it looked as though work on our van had not progressed any further since our last. But, upon a closer look things were better than they first seemed. We were greeted by Linda who noticed that we were peeking in the shed to see the progress. Her first comment was “No peeking just yet.” After the usual pit-stop & greetings to all in the front office, we were given the ‘royal’ tour & as usual, everyone was very helpful in answering all our queries & double checking measurements & designs with several cupboards etc. All checked off ready to begin internal construction.
What has been done so far since our previous visit; all the outside walls are now up & the body trims are being meticulously put into place, all the roof cut-outs (a/c, skylights, and fantastic fans, except in the bathroom). Various outside entry points have been cut & frames have been clamped into place on the water pump & gas bottles hatches. The shower alcove has been put inside ready for installation. The chassis has had the final coats of two-pack paint. The storage area is now fully carpeted; this area will house the two main batteries, gas/electric hot water system, ducted gas heater & general storage for all our gear.
We now have our wheels waiting for the day they will be united with our van. Slowly, bit by bit our appliances etc are being delivered. While we were at the factory a pallet from Dometic arrived with our fridge, washing machine, air conditioner, skylights & even the awning. It was exciting to see, but just as we were about to leave, the lino arrived – special delivery. This was an even better sight as Truelux had been waiting for it for several days. No sooner had it been placed on the floor that I had to check to ensure it was the correct design. Nothing else can be done inside until this is laid.
We’ve since had a phone call to say that some of the cupboard materials are being delayed. So this puts our van back a bit further. We were given an ETA of 4 weeks at the end of this visit. It seems Josh & Kend
ehl will have us for a bit longer. Another sanity break imminent!Click on the link below to view progression photos of our new home.
https://picasaweb.google.com/108879761974384702036/New5VerProgressPhotos?feat=directlink
No comments:
Post a Comment