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Pole 2 Pole

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400l in a combo?????
« on: September 27, 2009, 03:31:36 pm »
Hi lads.....i got on '02 combo............Would havin 400l in the back of it be too much,does anyone know? I'd probably only put 300 in it..350 max. Would that legally be safe? Cheers fellas.

Blue Frog Systems

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #1 on: September 27, 2009, 03:40:40 pm »
Your V5 will tell you what weight you can carry. Remember that's including fuel, you, equipment, cage and should be evenly spread out.

A van of that size, your probably looking at 250L tank plus kit in my opinion without the back end being on the floor
Only those who risk going too far will truly know how far they can actually go

Pole 2 Pole

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #2 on: September 27, 2009, 03:49:45 pm »
Thought so  :( Much more would be pushing it,wouldn't it? OK, cheers WW. Might have to start lookin at a slightly larger van i guess.  ;)

Window Washers

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #3 on: September 27, 2009, 03:54:00 pm »
I would not be happy with a 400l tank in a combo, 400l +400kg plus say 25 kg for the tank, add the frame another 25kg (or strapes 1kg diy option added for matt)
15kg for hose reel with 100mtrs of hose
pump ect about 5kg, fuel 35kg, trip signs 5kg, you 50kg, ladders if you have them 10kg... these are only the things that came to mind straight away and weights are guestimet. 250 would be safe and 25l barrels if you needed them
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poole bay

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #4 on: September 27, 2009, 04:03:01 pm »
i did it before and it was not good did it for about 3 months :'( then had to stop

STEVE-UK

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #5 on: September 27, 2009, 04:06:35 pm »
it depends on what model you have, i have just bought a 54 plate 1.3 cdti 2000 which takes just under 800kg's and plan on putting a 400 litre tank and a gutter vac/geny etc in it

this should help you as it depends on the model you have www.gmproductforum.co.uk/articles/2036.pdf

Window Washers

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #6 on: September 27, 2009, 04:18:43 pm »
it depends on what model you have, i have just bought a 54 plate 1.3 cdti 2000 which takes just under 800kg's and plan on putting a 400 litre tank and a gutter vac/geny etc in it

this should help you as it depends on the model you have www.gmproductforum.co.uk/articles/2036.pdf
you are pushing that van to the limits imo, I have a gutter vac and gen also, I would love to see the pic of it all in the van.

I have a transit and had to put another new system in because of weight issues now only a 500l tank gutter vac pw and gen and it when loaded with all is tight
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Blue Frog Systems

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #7 on: September 27, 2009, 04:23:26 pm »
I'd like to see that picture too.
Only those who risk going too far will truly know how far they can actually go

Pole 2 Pole

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #8 on: September 27, 2009, 04:26:44 pm »
I really think i ought to be thinking of long term plans anyways,ie a two man set up. If there's one thing ive learnt with wfp and vans it's that for long term purposes, it's best to push the boat out that little bit extra so in terms of the business growing........if i'd thought big to start with......i wouldn't be in this dilemma now. Gotta admit tho..i do resent paying VAT on a second hand van  :(

Window Washers

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #9 on: September 27, 2009, 04:30:06 pm »
I really think i ought to be thinking of long term plans anyways,ie a two man set up. If there's one thing ive learnt with wfp and vans it's that for long term purposes, it's best to push the boat out that little bit extra so in terms of the business growing........if i'd thought big to start with......i wouldn't be in this dilemma now. Gotta admit tho..i do resent paying VAT on a second hand van  :(
dont get the van from a garage there are plenty out there with no van on..
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Pole 2 Pole

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #10 on: September 27, 2009, 04:32:28 pm »
such as WW? I really don't wanna go the them (side of the road people) Can you or anyone else recommend a decent company to go to? I'm based down in surrey.x

HIGH LEVEL WINDOW CLEANERS (scrimmy)

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #11 on: September 27, 2009, 04:33:16 pm »
i have the combo crew van, i wouldnt want to put anything more than a 250l tank in it....its a good wee van but i reckon if you want to get a bigger tank you are as well to go for a transit sized van and while you are at it get a 1000l tank.

Window Washers

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #12 on: September 27, 2009, 04:38:48 pm »
such as WW? I really don't wanna go the them (side of the road people) Can you or anyone else recommend a decent company to go to? I'm based down in surrey.x
I use a finder for my vans, I say what I am looking for, I get what I want at the price I want to pay.

Email me your details and I will have a word with him, he works down south so no problems.

Ian
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Pole 2 Pole

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #13 on: September 27, 2009, 04:41:39 pm »
Just been lookin at a lovely 05 transit.....just down the road from me. £5k + Vat DOH 59,000 on the clock. Gotta admit it's got me juices flowin lol. Thinkin of part exchangin it with me combo on an 02 plate. Only got about 29,000 on mine. Must be worth a few nicker  ;D

Pole 2 Pole

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #14 on: September 27, 2009, 04:44:01 pm »
Let me take a look at this van tomorrow ww. The guy sounds like a handy contact to have lol. I'll see what kinda deal he's willin to do me(if any) If i don't get any joy, i may well do that. Thanks.  ;)

Window Washers

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #15 on: September 27, 2009, 04:45:05 pm »
Just been lookin at a lovely 05 transit.....just down the road from me. £5k + Vat DOH 59,000 on the clock. Gotta admit it's got me juices flowin lol. Thinkin of part exchangin it with me combo on an 02 plate. Only got about 29,000 on mine. Must be worth a few nicker  ;D
I have a relay you can buy on an 03 plate 60k new gear box new clutch, new engine 30k ago 650l 2 man setup inside
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Pole 2 Pole

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #16 on: September 27, 2009, 04:46:53 pm »
C'est combien????? And where are ya based???????  ;)

Window Washers

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #17 on: September 27, 2009, 04:48:44 pm »
C'est combien????? And where are ya based???????  ;)
bedford/cambs boarder..  mk44
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Pole 2 Pole

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #18 on: September 27, 2009, 05:00:18 pm »
Like i said bud, let me look at this transit first, cos i'm gonna need some kinda finance i suspect. And i can't imagin you'll take monthly payments lol.

welshwindows

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Re: 400l in a combo?????
« Reply #19 on: September 27, 2009, 06:30:12 pm »

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I have a relay you can buy on an 03 plate 60k new gear box new clutch, new engine 30k ago 650l 2 man setup inside
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bout how much you looking to get for it butt??