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Roaming on Rubber
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Registrace 9. 01. 2018
We are Shane and Claire, a couple from Newcastle, Australia. We are renovating a Toyota Coaster bus into a motorhome/tiny house on wheels so that we can take our lives on the road, travel Australia, and eventually see the world.
We are documenting the process along the way for the many like minded people out there hoping to be able to escape the daily grind as well.
This is a huge personal journey for both of us, and we want to be able to share it with you!
For a complete about us, check out our page at www.roamingonrubber.com/about-us/
We are documenting the process along the way for the many like minded people out there hoping to be able to escape the daily grind as well.
This is a huge personal journey for both of us, and we want to be able to share it with you!
For a complete about us, check out our page at www.roamingonrubber.com/about-us/
Bus Conversion Sequel Episode 3 - Subfloor Replacement
After a long (long) hiatus we are back with a new video. All footage is from over a year ago. Next video will hopefully be an update that explains where we have been!
Third video in our new bus conversion series. In this video we remove the existing subfloor of our Mercedes Vario and put in a replacement.
Third video in our new bus conversion series. In this video we remove the existing subfloor of our Mercedes Vario and put in a replacement.
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Bus Conversion Sequel Episode 2 - Demolition
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Second video in our new bus conversion series. In this video we start the demolition of our Mercedes Vario by removing all the seats, the roof and the floor.
We're Doing It Again! - Bus Conversion Sequel - Intro and Plan
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The first video in our new School Bus Conversion series. While parked up for COVID we made the decision to convert a new slightly bigger bus. In this video we introduce you to the bus and take you through our new plan. There were some left over things still to show from the Coaster, but most of it will be the same in the new bus (Example the Air Conditioner) so will show it on the new bus when ...
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Battery Access Hatch
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We cut and create a side access hatch to access our Toyota Coaster Starter Batteries. This is using a mounting kit supplied by Sun Power Motorhomes which drops the batteries lower to be able to be removed from the side of the bus.
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - How to Mount a 4WD Awning
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We show you how to mount a 4WD awning to your bus. This option is significantly cheaper then a caravan/motorhome awning, but can be less straight forward due to coming with brackets to attach to a roof rack.
Bus Tour | DIY Off-Grid School Bus Conversion Tour
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Conversion Video Series - czcams.com/play/PLQAJDL193jtE8_zCW0nYTIL9uGNExNsZC.html Watch the tour of our off-grid tiny house on wheels. The video tour of the bus has been a long time coming and we definitely missed some stuff so check out the playlist above for all the info.
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Custom Fly Screen Install
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We build some DIY flyscreens to cover the windows of our bus. These are made out of aluminum so offer some extra security, while keeping flys out and cats in.
How to Install a Head Unit and Reversing Camera - Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We install an aftermarket Sony head unit including a reversing camera and new speakers. Link to a table showing the Coaster Stereo wiring colours: www.roamingonrubber.com/coasterstereowiring-1/
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Curtains and Kitchen Overhead Cupboards
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We install our curtains using block out material and flexible curtain track. We also build and install our overheads for out kitchen and bed area. We use these cupboards for food and some appliances.
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Vinyl Plank Flooring Installation | How we finished our door frame
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We finish painting the remaining areas of the bus before we put in our Gerflor Senso Vinyl floor planks in. Something that gets asked about a lot, we also use 0.8mm aircraft grade plywood to cover the gap left by the fibreglass door frame. Door frame installation: czcams.com/video/riLe8bEAX9A/video.html
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Mattress Goes In! | Clothes Storage | Cat Litter
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We get our Ecosa double mattress in place. We also build our clothes storage as well as an area for the cat litter for the 4 cats that join us on our travels. Bed Frame Video - czcams.com/video/EMCgHqezQYw/video.html Bed Base and Gas Lift - czcams.com/video/F76J_OIu_Ws/video.html
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Kitchen Installation | Evakool Fridge, Microwave and Thetford Oven
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - We finish the install of our kitchen, installing shelves, sliding baskets and doors. We also install our Evakool DC175 fridge with the mounting kit, our Thetford Caprice Fan Forced Oven and our LG Microwave. Previous Kitchen Videos: Kitchen Framing: czcams.com/video/cX46S9Pxp0Y/video.html Kitchen Cabinets: czcams.com/video/m5wK8oOBuqc/video.html Kitchen Be...
Melbourne and Update | Zoo Aquarium Gaol | Shane gets humiliated by street performer | Bus trip Aus
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We spend a weekend in Melbourne going to the Melbourne Zoo, Sea Life Aquarium as well as the Old Melbourne Gaol. We check out a few markets and eat some delicious food! We also give you an update about what we are doing about the current Coronavirus/COVID-19 situation. Places we stayed: Barwon river Inverleigh au.wikicamps.co/site/100088/3811238 Beveridge rest area au.wikicamps.co/site/40319/37...
Great Ocean Road | Roaming On Rubber Around Australia Ep 4 Part 2 | Australia's Best Road Trip??
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Part two of our journey along the great ocean road. We go to the towns of Apollo Bay, Lorne and Torquay as well as stop at some epic lookouts. Stay till the end to see footage from last year of places we didn't get to this trip. Campsites: Big Hill Camp Ground au.wikicamps.co/site/69883/38474892 Horseshoe Bend Rd Paddock au.wikicamps.co/site/336937/38251287
Great Ocean Road | Roaming On Rubber Around Australia Ep 4 Part 1 | EPIC COASTLINE | Bus Road Trip
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In this episode we start our journey along the Great Ocean Road in southern Victoria. We go through the Port Campbell and 12 Apostles National Park, seeing the sites such as the Grotto, London Bridge, Loch Ard Gorge and ofcourse the 12 Apostles themselves. We also do the 12 apostles gourmet trail. During editing we realised it was going to be too long for one video so split into two. Links to c...
Wangaratta to Ballarat | Roaming On Rubber Around Aus Ep3 | Shane's Favourite City!? | Bus Road Trip
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Wangaratta to Ballarat | Roaming On Rubber Around Aus Ep3 | Shane's Favourite City!? | Bus Road Trip
Bathurst to Wangaratta | Roaming On Rubber Around Australia Ep 2| MOST HAUNTED HOUSE | Bus Road Trip
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Bathurst to Wangaratta | Roaming On Rubber Around Australia Ep 2| MOST HAUNTED HOUSE | Bus Road Trip
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Overhead Storage Build
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Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Overhead Storage Build
Denman to Bathurst | Roaming On Rubber Around Australia Ep 1 | BEAUTIFUL VIEWS | Road Trip In A Bus
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Denman to Bathurst | Roaming On Rubber Around Australia Ep 1 | BEAUTIFUL VIEWS | Road Trip In A Bus
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Camec 3KG Washing Machine Installation
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Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Camec 3KG Washing Machine Installation
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Victron Cyrix-ct Battery Combiner and 240v Inlet and Outlet Install
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Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Victron Cyrix-ct Battery Combiner and 240v Inlet and Outlet Install
Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Solar Panel Installation
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Toyota Coaster Bus Conversion - Solar Panel Installation
Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - Grey Water Installation
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - Grey Water Installation
School Bus Conversion - Shower and Toilet Plumbing and Installation
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School Bus Conversion - Shower and Toilet Plumbing and Installation
School Bus Conversion - Kitchen Sink Plumbing and Installation
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School Bus Conversion - Kitchen Sink Plumbing and Installation
Off-Grid Electrical System - Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion
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Off-Grid Electrical System - Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion
School Bus Conversion - Questions and Answers
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School Bus Conversion - Questions and Answers
Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - Plumbing and Shurflo Water Pump Installation
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - Plumbing and Shurflo Water Pump Installation
Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - Water Tank and Water Filler Installation
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Toyota Coaster School Bus Conversion - Water Tank and Water Filler Installation
School Bus Conversion - Bathroom Door Installation
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School Bus Conversion - Bathroom Door Installation
Hi good quality video but some things are done incorrectly. The door locks you didn't take the mounting plate off the lock that is why they wouldn't fit in the cut hole. the Stricker plates you put on back to front that is why the rivets where to long enough.
Hi Nice coaster how much is the solar system including installation and do you also run 240 or just the solar system.
hi guys miss your videos 😭
What size is the tank and where did you get it?
I might have to use your design as inspiration. We have a 6 year old and a chihuahua so was looking at designs with a single bed and a crate area. Great video thanks.
Great job it looks really good. Just a little tip to save you a little bit of time you can simply join the neutrals at the loop terminal at the switch and not have to solder and join them separately, just make sure theres no exposed copper showing that can touch the active. What you did was awesome just another to do it ( loop is just a genral termination point on the switch much like joining them separately)
What dimensions are your tanks?
Sux to be you travelling with cats..... sometimes i put my big boy pants on and tell the other half..... NO STINKING CATS😂
You probably need to make a permanent change to the door interlock by identifying the switch and permanently bridge it out. If the problem comes back later not being able to drive could be a problem. I think you can also remove the lock from under the accelerator?
Hey guys can tell me where I can find the battery kit (to access the battery from outside) with template and stuff? Your link is no longer working?
@8.40 Creepy Crawley alert, climbing up the curtain on the right hand side! 😳
very nice I love it send it hear to Jamaica
send it hear to Jamaica ... wear is this from ?
You really have thought of everything, awesome off grid home
Thank you so much! Really helpful I gonna watch the rest of your videos!
Great video I just brought everything today for my cats, but I’ve got a Toyota Hiace commuter and I don’t have as much room as you do, I’m thinking about glue, anyway cheers for video
I was told by several gas plumbers that I was only legally able to have them install the piping under the bus for the gas…. I also checked this online with compliance. Have you had any issues getting your bus passed with the gas pipes running internally? Isn’t it dangerous? Confused….
just starting Demolition on our bus. We also live in the hunter Valley. Sounds like you have found a helpful engineer. Are you able to share contact details? Thanks.
Great job guys, but you should wear proper breathing gear when working with fibreglass.
This video is really helpful Thanks 👍🏻 Tip: the compression locks need to be taken apart (screw on the back) to fit the cut out as per the template. Don’t cut the lock holes larger or you will need to glue them in place as per this video. The instructions don’t tell you this.
Would prefer 2x8.5kg cheaper and sometimes they don't have the 3.7kg size to swap.
Just so viewers know, thread tape also voids the warranty on these pumps, so dont put threat tape on the filter to the pump its self, they dont need it, Shurflo makes that very clear on the instructions
How did yous find those panels?
Hi John, do you mean the wood roof panels? If so, then we loved them, they held up well, and looked great! We used the same panels in our Mercedes Vario on the rood as well but just painted white. Thanks!
@@RoamingonRubber sorry I ment the solar panels
Hey Guys good to see you back. Great job on replacing the floor. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the conversion. Cheers Andrew
Hi guys great videos. You are giving me some great ideas thanks. Could you provide the interior length and width behind the drivers seat and entrance door as I am looking at something like this and I am doing a fit out plan. Thank you
Hi David, The bus is currently at the mechanic, but we can give you a rough estimate. From behind the drivers seat to the rear is approximately 5.8 metres in length. The width at the floor is around 2.1 metres, and the maximum width at the window's is around 2.25 metres. We can't remember the exact stairwell dimensions but from memory it comes in approximately 50cm or so. Hope this gives you some idea, even if not exact! Thanks again 😊
🆘 🆘 🆘 📣 ❌❌❌ Great video really helpful… instructions that come with the kit from company were dismal,however I was able to be at their location and I asked in-depth instructions and made a video for the install. Can I just point out so others don’t make the same mistake you guys did and that is the metal stoppers / lock area attached to bus at the bottom, you have put them on completely incorrectly. You must have the double layer the other way so the lock has a double layer of metal to lock into if that makes sense (double must be the visible end). The thin end is what attaches to the bus. That is why you made the comment about the rivets being barely big enough. They are perfect if you install it property… if I am not making sense to anyone feel free to ask for further clarification from me. 🚌
Hi guys, can you be more specific with where you got the door. I used your link to eBay but couldn't find anything. Thanks!
Hi Joanne, we got the door and frame from Custom Coaster Conversions, who unfortunately don't do Coaster parts anymore. You can get a similar one from DIY RV Solutions diyrvsolutions.com.au/products/sliding-door-conversion-toyota-coaster-post-93-adr-approved We can't personally speak to the quality but know lots of people that use products from them and it looks very similar to the one we used.
Welcome back :-) hope you are both well. Just wondering if you have finished and traveling at all.
Hi Jason, thanks! We finished the bus in December and have been on and off in it since then (a few issues here and there). Hoping to leave in it full time again soon. Hope you are going okay too!
@@RoamingonRubber near Darwin at the moment heading towards Rockhampton soon I’ll keep my eyes open and be sure to say hi if I see you guys on the road :-)
Hey great to see back on line again after such a long time. One year ago I bought a replacement bus as our roof on the Coaster was too low for us, us being 1.85 m. I converted it in the rainy season and by December it was ready for independent camping. It is a Brasilian Marcopolo Agrale a 27 passenger tourism coach with nice soft suspension , AC, and soundproofing, and air brakes. We have spent the last 5 months on the road (or beach) and have returned home now the rains have started. I am sure you have progressed from the the floor work a long time ago, and I hope your build progresses and you both enjoy the pleasures of the road once again soon. Best wishes to you both from Costa Rica.
Hi Desmond, wow that sounds great! A 27 seater would be a nice size too. Yes, we have finished the build and have been living in it (on and off for a few reasons) since December. Best wishes to you too!
Coming along nicely my original floors in my Mitsi Rosa were 12mm so should be okay if you have lots of framing. Take care when screwing to you new subfloor with screws for 12mm thick. You can glue and screw the framing to it or go through to original steel frames. Mark out where your steel frames are now.
Thanks Doug, we have been in it a while now and no issues with the 12mm floor either 😀 And definitely a good idea! We siliconed first, then followed the metal underneath and just screwed into that. Thanks again!
Hey guys,just wondering if you have had any trouble with your tanks being that low? Iv put some in #gusdebus and they also sit about 100mm below the body panel..I havnt been anywere with them yet,but have been worried about them bottoming out on the road somewhere...any issues you guys have run into ?
Hi Benny, We have definitely bottomed out a few times! The main spots are coming in and out of service stations where it dips. We have to take them on an angle rather than straight on. We have also stayed in a bush camp and got a little stuck in a rut where they bottomed out. Ours got quite a few scrapes, but never any issues beyond that. We just try to be mindful. Hope that helps!
@@RoamingonRubber yeah cool as,I thought something like that might start happening.. thanks heaps gus
welcome back! I'm building a vintage van and classic car combo to go adventuring next summer, keep trying with the welder it's a super handy skill, those thin sheets are hard, just do spots and slowly connect the dots, keep it cool. old footage but thanks for sharing. you guys starting a bus flipping company? hahahaha 🚌
Oh wow that's awesome! Hope its all going okay for you. And yes that thin sheet metal was difficult! It ended up just being spot welded then we just siliconed the gaps, was the easiest way at the time. You're right though, definitely a good skill to have! And nope, we definitely aren't that keen to keep building haha!
Old-timer Full-timer in 4wd Fuso Rosa Bus, northwest U.S. Thankyou for your videos
Thanks James, we would love a 4WD bus one day too!
Have you ever used an awning tent? Struggling to find height specs and am looking for an awning tent to be able to give my cats some safe space to roam.
Hi Liliana, we haven't used one but we see a lot of people who put the walls up for their dogs. I think if all the gaps we covered and secure this could work for cats too. We have been wondering what to do for ours as well!
I haven't found any more Update videos of your new bus
How is the new bus coming along? You haven't posted in ages!
Hi Joanne, yes we have definitely fallen a bit behind with the videos for the new bus. It has gone really well and we have been living in it since December. Due to a few unforeseen circumstances though we haven't been able to travel too far yet. We are hoping to get away in the next month or 2 and start catching up on our videos. There is a couple of updated pics and a video of our bus on our instagram if you want to have a look. Thanks again 😊
Your bus is lovely, and I love all the sliding storage, really well organised.
Thanks Beril 😁
Guys what happening just let us know your ok.
Hi Jason, we are okay, just fallen way behind in getting our videos up. We have been living in our Vario since December but due to some unforeseen circumstances we haven't made it very far at all haha! Hopefully we will be off and can start catching up with all the videos in the next month or two 😊
@@RoamingonRubber Glad to hear you are both ok. I look forward to catching up with your progress. We leave in two week to travel in and around Australia, but won’t be going to W.A I will keep my eyes open out for you both. :-)
Hi mate, why didn't you use JG from tanks up to pump? Was it better to use the food grade hose for some reason?
Hey, the instructions for the shurflo ask for flexible hose either side of the pump. We did this for in the inlet but didn't bother going 30cm flexible to JG on the outlet. We use food grade because we found you get a plastic-like taste from hoses that aren't food grade
@@RoamingonRubber no worries, Shurflo recommend flexible either side because it absorbs the pump vibrations whereas the rigid JG won't. But, you only need a short 30-45cm piece either side, you can just use those made up flexible braided plumbing hoses. Especially important on the delivery side as there's more vibration. Queitens the pump right down.
Hi. Great series folks. What were you squirting onto the walls before the earth wool. Was it some kind of no-nails?
Hi, thanks for that! Yes you are right, it is just a liquid nails. After doing it, the earthwool in most places didn't reall require it as it would just squish inbetween the areas. However with the roof, it helped to hold it in position until the boards went up. Thanks again!
Nice job. Can you provide me with the size of the door with the frame? Thank you
Hi Abdullah, unfortunately we do not own this Coaster anymore so cannot get the exact measurements. However, I will attach a link to a very similar door and frame and it has all the dimensions on it. Hope this helps. Thanks! diyrvsolutions.com.au/products/sliding-door-conversion-toyota-coaster-post-93-camec-crimsafe
Hi you mentioned Steve electrician who put a system together
Hi Jean-Marc, yes Steve Langshore was great! He put our system together for the Coaster, and we were so happy with all his help and advice that we got him to do the system in our new Mercedes Vario as well. His company is Langshore Power in QLD, but he can post the systems Australia wide (we are in NSW). Hope that helps!
Hi 👋 I have installed the same Sony head unit in the same location. I had two problems. 1. The pink wire, which is supposed to be constant 12v supply is actually not constant (in my bus). It is only live with the ignition in accessory mode. I have not yet worked out why. If anyone else had the same issue I would appreciate any solution or feedback. 2. I find the position of the head unit to be too low. It makes it hard to see for looking at the display which is bad for using the navigation functionality of the car play. I’m thinking to mount it up on the dash. To do this I will have to make a 3d printed casing. Any thoughts or feedback pls?
Hi, sorry for the late reply! We no longer have this bus so really not sure on the wiring side of things. Hopefully you have been able to work it out though! With the positioning, we agree that sometimes it is a bit hard to see. We have a different one in our new Mercedes Vario, but have purchased a dash mount kit. It allows you to mount the system on top of the dash. I will attach the link below (it can be purchased from other places but this gives you an idea). Hope that helps! frankiesautoelectrics.com.au/aerpro-ap9100-universal-u-dash-bracket-double-din/
Hi, really love your videos, question, do you need electrician to install solar to the motorhome 12v system or can I do it? does it need to be certified?
Hi Frank, no in Australia you are allowed to do the 12V yourself. Both 12v and 24v is considered low voltage. It is if you have any 240v that needs to be installed by a qualified electrician and certified. At least in Australia where we are anyways, not sure in other countries. Hope that helps!
I think you will find that in Australia, anything over 60 volts needs to be done by an electrician. Looking at your solar panels, these appear to be over 60V. Most people don't know this and do it themselves, but as long as your careful you should be ok.
Do you remember how much was the plane plywood? Im thinking that might be a good roofing substitute for the pine planks to keep the weight off the coaster build i plan to do:) I love binging your build so far, Cheers!
Hi Bhry! The aircraft plywood is super lightweight, however it is very expensive. That one sheet (which I think was around 1 metre by maybe 900mm) was approximately $90. Just have to work out if its cost efficient for you. Not sure if you can get larger sheets and then see if its cheaper to buy that way. Haha glad you are enjoying it! Good luck with your future build 😁
How exciting, can’t wait for each video.
Love the cat litter spot.
Thanks Beril!
You two are fun to watch. Nice genuine, real people, showing us what you are doing, in your own way. Good for you!!
You should use soapy water
Yes definitely a good idea!
Did you have to get a mod plate for the seat removal ?. Loved watching your build
Hi, when we spoke to our engineer, he advised to do all of the work, including removing the seats, and he would do all of the certifications and mod plates at the same time. For us, this was because the bus was unregistered and not going to be used throughout the build. If we were to be registering and driving it throughout, we would of needed to remove the seats, and get ot modified to a 2 seater 'panel van'. Then at the end of the build, get it modified again to a motorhome. For us just doing it once was easier. Hope that helps!
@@RoamingonRubber thanks for that 👍had to do do the same thing for our Mazda t3500 here in Tasmania- more money for the government 😁😁-