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  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
  • HOW TO - Quick And Easy Dometic Heki 2 Rooflight / Skylight Installation With Pro Tips
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  • @BigVanSmallWorld
    @BigVanSmallWorld  Před 3 měsíci +2

    Everything i use in my camper van you will find here in my Amazon Store www.amazon.co.uk/shop/melsvanworld
    Dometic Heki 2 Rooflight that i use in this video
    ebay.us/GbiFvz
    Treasure hunting equipment I use
    Minelab Equinox 800 Metal Detector amzn.to/3AwjKCP
    Minelab Excalibur II Metal Detector amzn.to/3Mid9zt
    Garrett Pro-Pointer at amzn.to/3KBxIYI
    Evolution 360 Sandscoop ebay.us/wel24d
    Scubapro Nova Scotia Semi Dry 7-5 mm amzn.to/3xaVC71
    Crewsaver Crewfit Sport Non-Harness Manual Life Jacket amzn.to/3NjSz3l
    Beginners metal detectors i recommend
    Minelab X-Terra Pro Metal Detector amzn.to/3BRoP9J
    Nokta Makro Simplex ± metal detector amzn.to/3WsxKIg
    Filming equipment that i use
    Sony Alpha ZV-E10 | APS-C Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Vlog Camera
    amzn.to/3mFRaYY
    Sony E 11 mm F1.8 | APS-C Wide Angle Prime Lens (SEL11F18)
    amzn.to/3YyNMRg
    Zhiyun Crane M3 Gimbal 3-Axis Handheld Stabilizer
    amzn.to/3jbe2Bl
    GoPro HERO 9 Black amzn.to/3xobLpJ
    DSLR Microphone amzn.to/3mFgfTT
    Heavy Duty Video Tripod with Video Fluid Head,
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    SOONSUN Dome Port for GoPro Hero 10 Hero 9 Black amzn.to/3xjtuia
    DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchases a product with these links, I may receive a small commission. However, there is no additional charge to you. I appreciate your support! :)

  • @nonlostsouls
    @nonlostsouls Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wow, love that skylight, it lets so much light in and its soooo huge!.😊

  • @LEO.939
    @LEO.939 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Brilliant Video Mel. 👍 Some nice important 'pointers' especially the removing of the manufacturing silicone release spray. 👌

  • @adamshaw1032
    @adamshaw1032 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hi Mel couldn’t agree more about the mastic sealing strip. I used it when I put my fan in the roof of my camper on your advice and it’s never leaked. Brilliant video as always and great to see your build coming on a treat 👍🏻

  • @alanhat5252
    @alanhat5252 Před 3 měsíci +1

    well, you made that look easy! 😮

  • @roygardiner4002
    @roygardiner4002 Před 3 měsíci

    "Dragon fly" ? A graceful and delicate creature! I'd have gone for Herman (the German) meself Mel.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před 3 měsíci

      The Dragonfly symbolizes transformation and self-realization. The Dragonfly represents creative imagination and the insight of clear vision. The Dragonfly means “good luck.” As Jeweler Keith Jack reminds us, “The Dragonfly reminds us to live life to the fullest.”

  • @WhipperdeetsAdventures
    @WhipperdeetsAdventures Před 3 měsíci

    I put too much as I triple layed mine 😂 looking good 😊great skylight with give you such beautiful starry nights 💙

  • @jsimes1
    @jsimes1 Před 3 měsíci +2

    That's a big skylight! It makes the wee popup vent I put in my camper van seem like a tuna tin! 😂 Cheers for another great video you two!! I got my wife to start watching your videos with me! I said to her see Mel gets quite a bit of help from Becky, it would be nice if I had a bit of help! My wife said "You're not going to get Becky to fly to American to help you with YOUR van!" 🤣🤣 Oh well it was worth a try! 😆

  • @Cheekymonkey1
    @Cheekymonkey1 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Good night becca and Mel I love watching your videos of you and your building your new I love you all and everyone i hope you are all well and enjoying your build on your new campervan please keep up the good work up on your videos on your you tube channel

  • @Deiseboi
    @Deiseboi Před 3 měsíci +1

    Great video mel...i just hope the rain wont keep you awake...cant wait to see the shower

  • @UKvet246
    @UKvet246 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Totally agree regarding the mastic sealing strip, I've fitted two maxxfans and done exactly the same routine with the indentations. 👍 except for the dabs on the screw heads there's no UP adhesive used.

  • @DA11NOON
    @DA11NOON Před 3 měsíci

    Looking good 👍

  • @viv-i-vangoesforth
    @viv-i-vangoesforth Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wowzers, what a beast of a skylight Mel. Expertly fitted by your good self. I'm glad the contents weren't broken and it was just a couple of loose brackets. Great job and nice to see you and Becky working together as a team again. As always, much respect to you both🙏- Kenny

  • @DaveTheDasher77
    @DaveTheDasher77 Před 3 měsíci

    Great stuff as always Mel,

  • @rockoutrainbow5440
    @rockoutrainbow5440 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Blimey, tis huge!!! It really does look like it will let in so much lovely natural light! Perhaps enhance some star gazing too.
    It is so nice to see you both working on your conversion. Feel like we are on a journey with you 😅

  • @HistoryRevisiteduk
    @HistoryRevisiteduk Před 3 měsíci +2

    im in the process of a camper conversion to do the exact same. Uk first and then Europe , so uncover lost history for all to see. good look with the adventure

  • @robertlee3734
    @robertlee3734 Před 3 měsíci

    nice one keep you mind on the job

  • @jamesmackay4652
    @jamesmackay4652 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Phew thats a bigun,you can get food deliverys by drone strait to the table.

  • @welshieonwheels
    @welshieonwheels Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you Mel great video I’m just about to go away to Cirencester after spending 6 months converting my little transit, outside in all weathers . Your really lucky with the chicken shed it’s hard work, but it’s something to do in it Mel well done and good luck 👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🇨🇦🦢

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před 3 měsíci

      Oh Cirencester just down the road from us it’s a lovely place to enjoy have a great time 👍

  • @Hadesdetecting
    @Hadesdetecting Před 3 měsíci +2

    Ive learnt something today,it's like bluetac but better lol.Great vid as ever

  • @theoldhobbit3640
    @theoldhobbit3640 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Personally I would have put the opening facing the rear, that way the wind would naturally keep the skylight closed when moving if you accidentally forgot to close it. The number of ripped off skylights I have seen is quite worrying. That said Mel, it looks really nice and a fantastic finish 👍

    • @r33gts
      @r33gts Před 3 měsíci +2

      It is🤔

    • @gbwildlifeuk8269
      @gbwildlifeuk8269 Před 3 měsíci +2

      The opening IS facing the rear.

    • @theoldhobbit3640
      @theoldhobbit3640 Před 3 měsíci

      Great minds..... I couldn't tell from the vid..... 😀

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks for the great advice I really appreciate that

    • @trevorphillips7793
      @trevorphillips7793 Před 3 měsíci

      Mell still got all 10 fingers? That jig saw was a bit close fancy NOT having the ladder held when going up with sky light if you fell what would have happened to the sky light dred to think the air may be BLUE and for letting the roof cut out just fall shame on you NO gloves with all the sharp edges you always said long time ago keep it simple KEEP it SAFE come on mall we do not want to see an accident not at your age just step back and think ❤❤❤

  • @Gareth-Harrison
    @Gareth-Harrison Před 3 měsíci

    Great video, although i did have visions of you loosing a finger when using the jigsaw

  • @jimstelfox6120
    @jimstelfox6120 Před 3 měsíci

    I would have taken a hammer and a mallet to flatten out the bits that are not level, even if it’s just 1” around it gives the mastic a more level playing field.i don’t like valleys when I comes to sealing on a roof , it’s a potential for water to collect and you know about water always finds a way.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před 3 měsíci

      Yeah good luck with that all you’re going is creating creases as the metal will fold

  • @rickardenstedt
    @rickardenstedt Před 3 měsíci +1

    Nice video, thanks Mel
    Rickard from Sweden 🚐🇸🇪🎸

  • @johnshaw4140
    @johnshaw4140 Před 3 měsíci +2

    That will be great for star gazing on the road Mel , are you going to fit a bug screen and black-out screen on the inside ?

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER Před 3 měsíci +1

      It comes already fitted inside the internal frame ❤

  • @tonydean1262
    @tonydean1262 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Mel the other week you mentioned converting a fridge power did i miss it as can't find it
    Regards Tony

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Hi Tony no you haven’t missed it I have been experimenting with one this week video coming up soon 🤓👍

  • @Antonymorris1.6
    @Antonymorris1.6 Před 3 měsíci

    Wow that's big but got match the van .loads of light in .How's it look at night don't want keep u awake .

  • @our_roadtrip
    @our_roadtrip Před 3 měsíci

    Looks super nice! So much light!

  • @kyungshim6483
    @kyungshim6483 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Another great video Mel. Question: In addition to the sealing trip, don't you need some waterproof caulking as a top layer as well? Thanks in advance.

  • @neilrichardson3986
    @neilrichardson3986 Před 3 měsíci

    Great Job💟

  • @ddjc862
    @ddjc862 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hi Mel, when are you doing your fridge video?

  • @user-kr9bf4tx7x
    @user-kr9bf4tx7x Před měsícem

    What a lovely helpful wife you have mel.

  • @scotlandinavan840
    @scotlandinavan840 Před 3 měsíci

    Hi Mel , another informative video.....what obd scan tool should I get for my 2006 Merc van.......thanks

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Před 3 měsíci

      I use this scanner to keep my sprinter running and on the road
      iCarsoft Professional Multi-System Auto Diagnostic Tool
      amzn.to/3Ly6JgQ
      US amzn.to/32IPAPj

  • @trevorphillips7793
    @trevorphillips7793 Před 3 měsíci

    Mell still got 10 fingers? That jig saw was so so keep it safe sharp edges and NO gloves what happened to the old Mell keep it simple keep it SAFE and why not tape the cut roof piece up to stop it falling or get help from some one with gloves on ?

  • @alamocannon3791
    @alamocannon3791 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Flattery will get you everywhere...

  • @vwgolffancarreviews7111
    @vwgolffancarreviews7111 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Fit some big chunky tyres and get some big wheels and rap it in a quirky rap it will look cool on it

  • @MarkCanty
    @MarkCanty Před 3 měsíci +1

    Aaaand breathe, Mel!!!

  • @stephenfloat1260
    @stephenfloat1260 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Why didn't you put some mastic tap on the wooden frame to hold it in place so it would have been a one person job 😂