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Old 03-19-2016, 07:34 PM   #1
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Default 1956 Citroen HY Van

While not exactly a B-van item the recent Discovery Channel "Wheeler Dealer" episode on refurbishing a 1956 Citroen HY van is a hoot! It is Season 12, Episode 16 originally aired in US on 9 March. Check this link for a short clip.
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It will likely rerun often on the Discovery Channel. The neat item is the use of top quality MasterVolt electrical components for battery powered inverter/charger system similar to what we all have in our B-van conversions.

I found it interesting that they had to get the installation checked by a master electrician before they could use it. I could imagine the cry of invasion on our freedom here in USA if we had to have our vehicle mods inspected like we do for building code compliance.

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That was fun. I think I saw three clips about that van and would like to see the entire episode.

About the engine (it was replaced):

"..... loud, noisy, gutless, smelly... "

1200 mile oil change interval (no oil filter)

Yes, interesting that an electrical inspection was required. It was going to be sold as a commercial vehicle but it seemed like any DIY electrical work would require inspection.
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This looks like the full episode on dailymotion:

Wheeler Dealers Season 12 Episode 16 Citroen HY Van 1956 - Dailymotion Video

What a lot of work! I'll watch it on a big TV later.
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This looks like the full episode on dailymotion:

Wheeler Dealers Season 12 Episode 16 Citroen HY Van 1956 - Dailymotion Video

What a lot of work! I'll watch it on a big TV later.
Thanks for finding the link to full episode. I deleted it from my DVR and then realized I'd like to watch it again.
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I love the crimper he used on the heavy gauge cables. I've been thinking of putting together a steal frame to use my hit-with-a-hammer crimp tool with a bottle jack.
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