Our 91 Dethleffs Ducato

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Posted: 14.05.2015  ·  #1
HI all, my first post here!

Some Pics of our little ducato "Ocho" (the kids had just watched Herbie the day we were deciding on a name!)

We have Ocho since 2013 and had a good tour around Ireland that summer but some issues meant he was off the road last year. A lot of work and a big push got him ready for Vantastival this year and that trip went well so we are looking forward to a nice summer of touring :)









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Looks great!


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Quote by Ally

Looks great!


I agree. Bet the kids love it.


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Super condition for the age. It's obviously the van has been well cared for. Enjoy.


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Great advertises for them at that age. Enjoy.


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Very Tidy. It's probably a Talento, as opposed to a Ducato , with that wheelbase, not that it matters, just certain parts will be easier sourced. Well wear!


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My first motorhome was a Dethleffs. Very solid and good quality manufacturer :up:


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Looks a cracker,

Enjoy :up:


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Thanks everyone, the kids really do love it. it's not in showroom condition but mechanically very good. We just replaced the brake lines which were corroding badly, along with new discs and pads. There was some dampness under and beside the fridge so last year I ripped all that out and repaired it. The wiring loom had a bit of a melt down between Mayo and here but we managed to drive home before removing the dashboard and replacing the melted sections! New speedo cable when the dash was off. New radiator then and a nice new bumper! There is a small bit of corrosion which I just put isopon on for the DOE but will do a better job soon. Sure the repairs are half the fun


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Nice van I had one of those myself , i found the suspension very bouncy , if I still had it I would get air suspension , otherwise we loved it


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It has air assist on the back which helps but it is still bouncy, I guess the short wheel Base makes it so.


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Sweet MH. I will give you a wave if I see you out and about.


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Posted: 18.05.2015  ·  #13
My first camper was a 89 fiat ducato with dethleffs globetrotter body. Had it for a year and a half. Cracking little van. Tend to rust a bit at the scuttle panel. Your one seems minded. All the best. Health to enjoy.


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