The author recounts their experience of repairing the front axle of their truck after encountering strange noises while driving. Initially opting for professional help, they faced further issues and decided to tackle the repairs t...
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The author describes the process of building a new roof window to replace an old, inefficient one. The new design features double-glazing, a proper opening mechanism, and a locking system for security during travel and storms. The...
The author describes a summer road trip through Germany, highlighting the scenic beauty of the Alps, relaxing moments with family and friends in Allgäu, and visits to various locations including Kassel and Berlin. The narrative em...
The author recounts a summer road trip through Germany, highlighting the beauty of the landscape as they travel north towards the Alps. They share experiences visiting family and friends in various locations, including the Allgäu ...
The author recounts a getaway trip to the eastern Pyrenees with a friend, highlighting their experiences hiking through beautiful landscapes, encountering nature, and enjoying peaceful nights under the stars. They visit various lo...
The author reflects on the transition from winter to spring in Barcelona, sharing experiences of enjoying the city's vibrant atmosphere with friends while also feeling a strong desire to explore nature. They recount short trips to...
The blog post outlines the step-by-step process of enhancing a kitchen unit by building new drawers and cabinet doors, resulting in improved storage and aesthetics.
0Enjoying the Catalan winter - Ruby on Wheels
2023-03-16 •
The author describes their experiences enjoying the Catalan winter, including staying on a wine estate, witnessing snow in Barcelona, and embracing the local life.
0Driving to sunny Barcelona - Ruby on Wheels
2023-02-03 •
The author shares their journey of driving to Barcelona, encountering unexpected truck troubles in France, and making minor improvements to the vehicle. They then enjoy the milder climate and spend time with friends in Barcelona a...
0Getting ready for the first trip - Ruby on Wheels
2023-01-12 •
The author describes the process of preparing their truck for its first trip, detailing the various renovations and installations they completed to make it comfortable and functional for travel.
0Building drawers for the kitchen - Ruby on Wheels
2023-01-07 •
The blog post discusses the process of building well-ventilated and lightweight drawers for the kitchen, using Vienna straw matting for the front covers and birch plywood and spruce wood for the rest of the drawer. The author face...
0Completing the bathroom - Ruby on Wheels
2023-01-04 •
The blog post details the process of completing the bathroom in a vehicle conversion, including building the toilet, shelves, door, and laminating the shower. It also discusses the techniques and materials used for each step.
0Building the kitchenette - Ruby on Wheels
2022-12-02 •
The blog post discusses the process of building a kitchenette in a truck, including the installation of cooking burners, a refrigerator, and a multi-functional oven. The author details the construction process and the satisfaction...
0Selling my Mercedes 508D - Ruby on Wheels
2022-11-09 •
The author shares the experience of parting ways with his self-converted Mercedes 508D camper van after 4 years of amazing experiences, due to the burden of maintaining two vintage vehicles. He reflects on the memories and the sen...
The blog post discusses the process of replacing the thermostat of a Dometic CFX 50 refrigerator in a Mercedes 508D, detailing the steps taken to remove the old thermostat and install a new one.
0Building the seating area - Ruby on Wheels
2022-09-16 •
The blog post discusses the process of building the seating area in a van, focusing on the author's experience and the improvements made to the design. It covers aspects such as ventilation, comfort, and practicality, as well as t...
The blog post discusses the author's experience with installing a water tank, pump, and filters in his vehicle. He outlines the improvements he wanted to make from his previous system and details the upgraded design for his truck,...
The blog post discusses the process of building ventilation shafts in a vehicle conversion project, including laying heating pipes, installing radiators, constructing foundational structures, crafting window sills, and covering th...