Best upgrades

[Neil_in_Belgium]

I am buying a 1979 T2b. Right now it is in multiple pieces and so the right time to ask "what are the best upgrades"? All suggestions considered but mainly thinking on running gear and electrics for the moment.
Many thanks
Neil

 

[ozziedog]

I am buying a 1979 T2b. Right now it is in multiple pieces and so the right time to ask "what are the best upgrades"? All suggestions considered but mainly thinking on running gear and electrics for the moment.
Many thanks
Neil

On the electric stuff, a hot start relay is a no brainer. The name isn’t truly indicative of how good it is. Primarily it relieves a load of strain from the ignition and starting circuits and switches. <<< Mostly correct. Resisting the urge to lower the suspension is a toughy for most. Correct C rated tyres is a fab bonus. And head and taillights are lacking a bit in the modern world but Halos don’t necessarily look that great. While it’s mostly apart, might be an idea to replace the loom with all those old connections. What are you looking for ? A stock look, or a custom thing, or a show winner trailered van ? Patina and originality are sure winners. Anyway, welcome to the forum, what motor you running in there .?

Ozziedog,,,,,,,,,,,,gets some pictures up Neil

 

[Ben72Bay]

What he said!
Plus I’d fit a new loom throughout.
Gives peace of mind, you can configure it to include whatever you might want (such as a hot start relay, auto fire extinguisher in the engine bay etc) and it gives the existing things like headlights the best chance of working to their potential.