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« on: June 23, 2013, 07:30:55 PM »
Hi mate, I might be interested, which of the pics shows the most current state of the van? (how stripped down is it at the moment?)
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« on: June 06, 2013, 04:34:52 PM »
Thanks Mike, I hadn't spotted that one. I would prefer a van, but if that is as good as it looks perhaps I could build a camper looking body for the rear...
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« on: June 05, 2013, 04:15:48 PM »
Hi guys, I'm on the hunt for a Bedford to use as a work van. Not going to be carting much weight around (a few pieces of furniture at a time). Haven't found any solid standard vans around in my price range but I have seen one or 2 Mr Whippy vans. These have got the high roof, giant glass panels in the side which appear to cut through the gutter (not ideal for me but may suit doing markets) and therefore I assume a fair bit of the vans structure. I was wondering if anyone has owned one of these and can comment on how horrible they are driving in wind but mroe importantly if they need any engineering approval for the roof and windows? Were they factory built? I am wondering whether to take a look at one and look to limo tint the big side windows, strip out the icecream parts, compressor etc and reinstate it as a van, but concerned about being able to easily register it.  
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« on: June 02, 2013, 09:51:20 AM »
Ah cool, hopefully that sort of quality fibreglass isn't hidden anywhere else on the car as it looks pretty good from the photos
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« on: June 02, 2013, 09:49:01 AM »
Willing to consider NSW, SA or TAS for the right van
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« on: June 01, 2013, 11:17:49 PM »
I'm guessing Mr Whippy is after some pretty big money based on what he wants to trade for, Can anyone explain the massive fibreglass bulge in the engine cover in the patchwork one? looks like a pretty solid car but that has me puzzled
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« on: May 22, 2013, 10:59:59 AM »
I will keep Vauxhall CF in mind.
2800rpm at 100km/h sounds very decent with that diff, my old Volvo turns closer to 3500rpm and the Jag XJ6 I just sold to make way for a van was around 25/2600rpm at 100km/h from memory.
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« on: May 20, 2013, 12:15:06 PM »
There seems to be relatively little information available online, so I would be very keen to know what can/needs to be done to get a Holden powered Bedford to cruise at 100-110km/h?
Also I would be interested to know what sort of fuel consumption can be expected? I don't expect it to be too pleasant, but a friend recently did a bit of travelling in a mk1 Transit and returned far better economy than I would have expected for a vehicle of that size.
Are there any parts that are very hard to get? Recommendations for things to look for/avoid in a Bedford CF which will be regularly driven?
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« on: May 20, 2013, 12:07:24 PM »
Hi Guys, I thought I'd pop up a quick intro after signing up last week. I've driven older cars since I got my licence, generally 1960's and 1970's european cars and vans. I am currently developing a business which is involved in the re-imagining of old furniture and bicycles ( http://www.suus.com.au ) and have decided that I need a more suitable work vehicle than my 1967 Volvo sedan. I have had a cab-forward van in the past but do not wish to have one again as I would prefer at least some metal and air between my knees and an oncoming vehicle. I have had a soft spot for a while for a Bedford CF that is used by a local plumber and after a bit of research decided that they would be ideal, so am currently on the hunt for a good usable example.
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« on: May 19, 2013, 09:36:59 AM »
Hi guys,
I am looking for a Bedford CF van to use for light duties with my business. I would prefer one that needs little or no work for roadworthy and that has been used fairly regularly. I would prefer standard (not long) wheelbase, holden engine, pretty original and located in Victoria (Will travel further for the right van). I've always owned older vehicles and for a work van I cant think of a better option than a CF Bedford.
Thanks!
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