Bellows Replacement

[montyburns1982]

I've got a 2015 Cali SE, with the grey canvas roof with three mesh windows.Its starting to look tired and faded now.

I'd like to upgrade to the new style thicker bellows with the zip off front. I like the blue colour.

Can anyone confirm that the new 6.1 bellows fit the 5.1 and suggest part numbers? Also, have the leaking bellows issues been resolved?

I've read the previous threads and watched the German video, doesn;t look too hard to do DIY, getting a dry day might be a different story!

Cheers

 

[OllieCollieCali]

I have done exactly the same, but mine is a 2006 SE, and wanted to upgrade / replace the canvas. I have been waiting for the last year for all of the leaking issues to be fixed, and it seems that the latest 06S version is now good.

I also looked at buying and fitting the canvas myself, as it didnt look too tricky.

But the cheapest I could get the canvas from was the Club shop at £905.00 delivered. Im not sure on the part numbers, but if you email the club shop they will be able to supply the colour you want.

I contacted Kernow Transporters down in Cornwall, and they will supply and fit the new canvas for £975! it only takes them 2hrs to fit, as I would probably take most the day. And for £70 extra its a no brainer to get a professional to do it for me I thought.
Yes the latest bellows do fit the older models, even the older T5 like mine.

Its a 5hr drive each way for me unfortunately, but im booked in for this wednesday morning.

Looking forward to a smart new bellows with the big front opening.

 

[montyburns1982]

I have done exactly the same, but mine is a 2006 SE, and wanted to upgrade / replace the canvas. I have been waiting for the last year for all of the leaking issues to be fixed, and it seems that the latest 06S version is now good.

I also looked at buying and fitting the canvas myself, as it didnt look too tricky.

But the cheapest I could get the canvas from was the Club shop at £905.00 delivered.

I contacted Kernow Transporters down in Cornwall, and they will supply and fit the new canvas for £975! it only takes them 2hrs to fit, as I would probably take most the day. And for £70 extra its a no brainer to get a professional to do it for me I thought.
Yes the latest bellows do fit the older models, even the older T5 like mine.

Its a 5hr drive each way for me unfortunately, but im booked in for this wednesday morning.

Looking forward to a smart new bellows with the big front opening.

That’s interesting, it would be a couple of days for me but might be worth it!

I’ll get in touch. What colour did you go for?

 

[OllieCollieCali]

That’s interesting, it would be a couple of days for me but might be worth it!

I’ll get in touch. What colour did you go for?

Ive gone with the dark grey, as my van is grey. My current ones are a funny biscuit colour, and look old now compared to the modern ones.
Yes If there was a bigger difference in price I would have had a go myself, but for someone to do it properly, and also have some sort of guarantee if something happens was also good!
The drive put me off initially as thats an extra cost, but looking forward to a little road trip.

 

[Alied]

I have done exactly the same, but mine is a 2006 SE, and wanted to upgrade / replace the canvas. I have been waiting for the last year for all of the leaking issues to be fixed, and it seems that the latest 06S version is now good.

I also looked at buying and fitting the canvas myself, as it didnt look too tricky.

But the cheapest I could get the canvas from was the Club shop at £905.00 delivered. Im not sure on the part numbers, but if you email the club shop they will be able to supply the colour you want.

I contacted Kernow Transporters down in Cornwall, and they will supply and fit the new canvas for £975! it only takes them 2hrs to fit, as I would probably take most the day. And for £70 extra its a no brainer to get a professional to do it for me I thought.
Yes the latest bellows do fit the older models, even the older T5 like mine.

Its a 5hr drive each way for me unfortunately, but im booked in for this wednesday morning.

Looking forward to a smart new bellows with the big front opening.

Would it be possible for some before and after photos please?

 

[OllieCollieCali]

Would it be possible for some before and after photos please?

Yes no problem at all! Its booked in for this wednesday, so ill pop some pictures up later in the week! I think its going to be a big transformation from what it is at the moment.

 

[colintfcolintf]

I have done exactly the same, but mine is a 2006 SE, and wanted to upgrade / replace the canvas. I have been waiting for the last year for all of the leaking issues to be fixed, and it seems that the latest 06S version is now good.

I also looked at buying and fitting the canvas myself, as it didnt look too tricky.

But the cheapest I could get the canvas from was the Club shop at £905.00 delivered. Im not sure on the part numbers, but if you email the club shop they will be able to supply the colour you want.

I contacted Kernow Transporters down in Cornwall, and they will supply and fit the new canvas for £975! it only takes them 2hrs to fit, as I would probably take most the day. And for £70 extra its a no brainer to get a professional to do it for me I thought.
Yes the latest bellows do fit the older models, even the older T5 like mine.

Its a 5hr drive each way for me unfortunately, but im booked in for this wednesday morning.

Looking forward to a smart new bellows with the big front opening.

A relative of the guy there has a campsite close by - ideal, stay 2 nights and get it done the day between the 2 nights

 

[OllieCollieCali]

A relative of the guy there has a campsite close by - ideal, stay 2 nights and get it done the day between the 2 nights

Yes his Niece has a nice campsite 100m up the lane to stay at if needed, includes swimming pool etc.

Wheal Rodney Holiday Park

"Discover Wheal Rodney Holiday Park in Marazion, Cornwall, a premier camper and caravan park offering scenic touring, camping, and lodge accommodations. Enjoy our heated indoor swimming pool and breathtaking views of St. Michael's Mount. Perfect for family getaways and outdoor adventures!"

www.whealrodney.co.uk

Im driving after work on Tuesday and found somewhere to park up not far away and then get to Richard for 9am, he says he only needs 2 hours so ill drive back home after lunch. But the campsite looks great if I had more time.