Ah, Commering at its best 
"You,re only supposed to blow the bloody SLIDING doors off"
"You,re only supposed to blow the bloody SLIDING doors off"
it's happening
- Thread starter Jostein
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Jostein looking like he has fallen asleep standing up, even before he set off :I
http://www.commervanspares.co.uk/
http://www.yorkshireclassiccampers.co.uk/
http://www.commervanspares.co.uk/
http://www.yorkshireclassiccampers.co.uk/
He made it to the N.Demark port last night, so should be on the ferry to Oslo.
The starter stuck at one point, but a sharp clout with a heavy object, solved that :I Otherwise, an occasional clean out of the carb jets and it's gone well.
Very strong winds in Denmark, proved a challenge to keep it on the road, but he as made it to the final leg. The ferry docks in central Oslo, so only a short walk home after that
http://www.commervanspares.co.uk/
http://www.yorkshireclassiccampers.co.uk/
The starter stuck at one point, but a sharp clout with a heavy object, solved that :I Otherwise, an occasional clean out of the carb jets and it's gone well.
Very strong winds in Denmark, proved a challenge to keep it on the road, but he as made it to the final leg. The ferry docks in central Oslo, so only a short walk home after that
http://www.commervanspares.co.uk/
http://www.yorkshireclassiccampers.co.uk/
He's made it That must be the longest shakedown run ever [:0]
http://www.commervanspares.co.uk/
http://www.yorkshireclassiccampers.co.uk/
That must be the longest shakedown run ever [:0]http://www.commervanspares.co.uk/
http://www.yorkshireclassiccampers.co.uk/
Jostein
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Thanks, everybody.
Yes, I'm home. And the Commer is sitting on Norwegian soil (tarmac, actually) for the first time ever - to my knowledge anyway. It has been one epic journey, I must admit. From time pressure in England to get it to the 1st ferry on time, then a long trip through an incredibly windy Denmark - which I will never forget - to finally drive off the Stena Line ferry here at home in Oslo, only to be greeted by a team of customs officials saying (about the Commer) "What the h*** is that??"
The biggest surprise was actually to learn how impatient the Danes where on the roads. I have never before seen so many suicidal overtaking manoeuvres. On the other hand, every other person there stared like mad at the van and was clearly wondering what it was. Cannot believe what stir it caused.
So there you have it: Sunshine and rain, calm and pain, dirty carbs and dodgy electrics, heavy seas and wind about to blow you right off the road, headache after hours of motoring, scenery to die for - this extended weekend holds it all.
If only I felt I had the time to stop and take some photos, and not only while waiting for a ferry.. that would probably be my one regret. Nevertheless, the main objective was to get the camper over Oslo, and that has now happened.
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The town of Randers, Denmark.
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Amazing what a bit of (strong) tail wind can do:
Crossing the Limfjord on the tiniest of ferries - in gale force winds.
Parked up in the evening awaiting the early morning ferry departure to Norway.
It may be windy outside, but it is cosy and comfy inside:
The evolution of campers.... :
A sleepy Commer (just like its owner) bound for..
.. Oslo !
Yes, I'm home. And the Commer is sitting on Norwegian soil (tarmac, actually) for the first time ever - to my knowledge anyway. It has been one epic journey, I must admit. From time pressure in England to get it to the 1st ferry on time, then a long trip through an incredibly windy Denmark - which I will never forget - to finally drive off the Stena Line ferry here at home in Oslo, only to be greeted by a team of customs officials saying (about the Commer) "What the h*** is that??"
The biggest surprise was actually to learn how impatient the Danes where on the roads. I have never before seen so many suicidal overtaking manoeuvres. On the other hand, every other person there stared like mad at the van and was clearly wondering what it was. Cannot believe what stir it caused.
So there you have it: Sunshine and rain, calm and pain, dirty carbs and dodgy electrics, heavy seas and wind about to blow you right off the road, headache after hours of motoring, scenery to die for - this extended weekend holds it all.
If only I felt I had the time to stop and take some photos, and not only while waiting for a ferry.. that would probably be my one regret. Nevertheless, the main objective was to get the camper over Oslo, and that has now happened.
- -
The town of Randers, Denmark.
Amazing what a bit of (strong) tail wind can do:
Crossing the Limfjord on the tiniest of ferries - in gale force winds.
Parked up in the evening awaiting the early morning ferry departure to Norway.
It may be windy outside, but it is cosy and comfy inside:
The evolution of campers.... :
A sleepy Commer (just like its owner) bound for..
.. Oslo !
Great story of pleasure and pain Jostein. I bet the van will cause a frenzy for sure, i think we may even see a rise in Commer's destined for Oslo/Denmark etc...
Wife and baby can now enjoy some serious Commer time too
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!
Wife and baby can now enjoy some serious Commer time too
Well done Jostein , barely far enough to get the engine warm
"You,re only supposed to blow the bloody SLIDING doors off"
, barely far enough to get the engine warm
"You,re only supposed to blow the bloody SLIDING doors off"
we could have an Oslo meet how much do we need to save ?
Insurance sorted : )
Insurance sorted : )
Jostein
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quote:
Originally posted by commeracer
Well done Jostein, barely far enough to get the engine warm
"You,re only supposed to blow the bloody SLIDING doors off"
Haha
Or - should you be referring to the engine temp gauge showing stone cold, Tim, that is because of some serious earth problem - like everybody involved with British cars of course are well used to.. [}] (Did somebody mention British Quality, did I hear? Oh shut up!)
Basically, the moment I switch the lights on, the beast really comes alive - with a lot of spooky thinks starting to happen. When switching the wipers on, then you enter a new level altogether A thorough checkup on the electrics on the cards, I think :I
Originally posted by commeracer
Well done Jostein
, barely far enough to get the engine warm
"You,re only supposed to blow the bloody SLIDING doors off"
Haha
Or - should you be referring to the engine temp gauge showing stone cold, Tim, that is because of some serious earth problem - like everybody involved with British cars of course are well used to.. [}
] (Did somebody mention British Quality, did I hear? Oh shut up!) Basically, the moment I switch the lights on, the beast really comes alive - with a lot of spooky thinks starting to happen. When switching the wipers on, then you enter a new level altogether
A thorough checkup on the electrics on the cards, I think :I