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the anatomy of a Devon interior…
Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by passion4 » Tue Apr 21, 2015 12:19 pm
type21f wrote:Maddy ....at first glance I thought that was your hand bag...Now I see it is your matching brolly...
Been trying to buy some wooden coathangers just like those but as fast as I have been aquiring the SWMBO has been putting my clothes on them and sending them to the charity shop..
The interiors as you can gather changed over the years and yes there was a 1963 Devonette only Brochure and a picture in the earlier 1961 Flyer and 1962 brochure.
I have written several threads,,on my search for Devonette interior pieces..
Rocket Ron and Maddison have helped with providing mising pieces... Even got a Devonette badge now... oly took eight years to find that...LOL
The Apostles have been following..my search...
Sherry the topless Devonette needs an update....been working to get Peebles to MOT for my youngest son's wedding..
It was my eldest son who came with me to se the bus you had Chris... Long time ago now...before you moved!
Devon have quite a practical layout in their own way...just like CPs..
Sorry to read of your forced search for another Chris..
Best of Luck..
G
Yeah time sure flies!
Thanks, it's not an easy task finding a replacement (especially when you find out you were under insured!
), I guess you have to accept it won't be anywhere near like for like, so it's a case of trying to take the opportunity to maybe go for something different? I have to say that I do like the older style interiors like Devon, Westy, Canterbury Pitt etc. as they fit nicely in terms of style/character, plus bring very practical as well!
So ideally this might be the way to go with a blank canvas in the rear bus?
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by 8 8US » Tue Apr 21, 2015 12:26 pm
type21f wrote:My the DICS disciples did well!
Well done lads!
What are you looking at Chris?
Am I now a fully fledged DICS? so pleased to be a member
Think I'm going to change my signature.
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by clymoj » Tue Apr 21, 2015 12:34 pm
I'm sure you know this but don't forget a Devon will limit you to RHD buses, or you will need to convert from one to the other (either bus or interior). RHD buses are harder to find, more expensive and will probably need A LOT more metal work if it hasn't already been done.
Just a consideration.
I think if I was getting interior before bus I might buy that lovely Westy Mosaic interior that's currently for sale and then either save slightly longer or buy a cheaper, better condition LHD bus to go with it.
What am I talking about, get a Devon.
Just a consideration.
I think if I was getting interior before bus I might buy that lovely Westy Mosaic interior that's currently for sale and then either save slightly longer or buy a cheaper, better condition LHD bus to go with it.
What am I talking about, get a Devon.
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by passion4 » Wed Apr 22, 2015 10:38 am
Yeah, that Westy interior is very, very nice!
Probably looking at a repro Devon interior with current funds, so LHD/RHD shouldn't matter too much?
Probably looking at a repro Devon interior with current funds, so LHD/RHD shouldn't matter too much?
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by passion4 » Mon Oct 12, 2015 1:25 pm
Out of interest, how are Devon interiors fixed in place in the bus? Is it a complicated process?
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by type21f » Mon Oct 12, 2015 5:59 pm
Not complicated....but fiddly.
They actually are screwed to bulkhead... floor... engine panel. .. cant rail.. etc...
If you have to locate and drill the holes....takes time!
G
They actually are screwed to bulkhead... floor... engine panel. .. cant rail.. etc...
If you have to locate and drill the holes....takes time!
G
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by passion4 » Mon Oct 12, 2015 7:02 pm
type21f wrote:Not complicated....but fiddly.
They actually are screwed to bulkhead... floor... engine panel. .. cant rail.. etc...
If you have to locate and drill the holes....takes time!
G
Just regular self-tappers? I assumed it would be bolted in place, or is that a bit OTT and unnecessary?
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by type21f » Mon Oct 12, 2015 8:07 pm
They are different styles and lengths of screws. All slot heads....
The pieces behind the division are dome headed black japanned wood screws. They do though holes and screw into the edge of the furniture.
They go through holes in the cargo door chanel etc.
Where visible they have black domed number plate plastic caps..
I did threaten to to a complete guide of what is used to fasten what with correct descriptions and sizes..
LOL
Oops SWMBO is coming to inspect the painting..GTG
The pieces behind the division are dome headed black japanned wood screws. They do though holes and screw into the edge of the furniture.
They go through holes in the cargo door chanel etc.
Where visible they have black domed number plate plastic caps..
I did threaten to to a complete guide of what is used to fasten what with correct descriptions and sizes..
LOL
Oops SWMBO is coming to inspect the painting..GTG
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by boyden » Mon Oct 12, 2015 8:35 pm
clymoj wrote:the most common - a 64-67 Caravette bulkhead model...
Early Devon snobbery creeping in there
Mind you, I think you own them all!
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by type21f » Mon Oct 12, 2015 8:58 pm
Most are cheese head slotted full thread self tappers of three different lengths...
I took all mine out and searched for stainless equivalents...
I took all mine out and searched for stainless equivalents...
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by type21f » Mon Oct 12, 2015 9:00 pm
No just speak with data...
SSVC had a register with models by year in the club and that said the same..
I have a 64 a 65 and a 62 so QED...
LoL
SSVC had a register with models by year in the club and that said the same..
I have a 64 a 65 and a 62 so QED...
LoL
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by passion4 » Mon Oct 12, 2015 9:58 pm
type21f wrote:I did threaten to to a complete guide of what is used to fasten what with correct descriptions and sizes..
I think you should, after all, what else would you be doing in the winter months!
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by type21f » Mon Oct 12, 2015 10:15 pm
Restoring my interior panels
Rebuilding my door locks
Sorting my bits into kitting packs
Sorting my nuts screws washers and bolts....STORY
and writing an article..
I did a matrix for trim panels screws cups n washers n trim strips..
Glad to see your sense of humour has not improved Chris. .
Rebuilding my door locks
Sorting my bits into kitting packs
Sorting my nuts screws washers and bolts....STORY
and writing an article..
I did a matrix for trim panels screws cups n washers n trim strips..
Glad to see your sense of humour has not improved Chris. .
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by passion4 » Fri Oct 16, 2015 11:25 am
Don't suppose anyone has any pics showing how they installed of fixed a Devon interior in a bus do they?
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Re: the anatomy of a Devon interior…
by type21f » Fri Oct 16, 2015 5:25 pm
I have some..
I can describe..
You can do it..
I am replying to another thread..about.. exactly this..
G
I can describe..
You can do it..
I am replying to another thread..about.. exactly this..
G
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