THE "APOLLO" CONVERSION:

The “"APOLLO" conversion is a stylish & practical 5/6 seater conversion based around a VW T5/6 Transporter van. 
For all those individuals & families with active lifestyles that seek the ultimate commuter vehicle with the additional benefits of having sleeping capabilities, the Apollo ticks all of the boxes.

Northshore have created a truly versatile 2-4 Birth conversion with optional upgrades to allow you to create and build your personal bespoke conversion. The flexibility of this design gives you comfort, practicality and ample storage space. making it the perfect multi-purpose vehicle.
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All aspects of the conversion are completed using high quality, market leading, approved products. In addition to this we will apply and implement the best construction methods to make our conversions robust and built to last the modern active lifestyle.
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BUILD YOUR ULTIMATE SPECIFICATION:

STAGE 1: - KOMBI or PANEL Base Van?
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STAGE 2: - ELECTRICS - (12v Split Charge or CBE PC210 (230v & 12v?)​
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STAGE 3: - ELEVATING ROOF? - (2 Birth or 4 Birth)
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STAGE 4: - APOLLO+? - (Do you require Furniture Pod Inc cooking/water?)
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​STAGE 4 - OPTIONS REQUIRED? i.e. Solar, Diesel Heaters, Showers,Styling etc

STAGE 1:

"CONVERSION SPECIFICATION"

KOMBI VAN:

The conversion price is based on a T5/T6 Kombi van with NORTHSHORE retaining your existing Kombi Set-up kit (Seats, Seat Belts, Floor brackets and rubber floor mat. ("Subject to condition")

If you decide not to part ex the kombi-set-up but require NORTHSHORE to remove the kombi set-up, a surcharge of £250 is added to the conversion price.
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​INSULATION PACKAGE: 

• 7mm Dodo thermo-liner closed cell foam
• Dacron polyester Insulation

​LINING PACKAGE:

• New CNC machined interior ply panels with detailing strips & hidden panel clips
• High quality 4-way stretch lining material in charcoal 

REAR HEADLINING:

• 1-piece rear headlining trimmed in 4-way lining material with detailing strips (2 birth only)
• 2-stage insulation in roof (as above)

FLOORING PACKAGE:

• 1-piece 12mm exterior ply floor 
• Altro Walkway Commercial grade lino
• 5mm Closed Cell Insulation
• All Floors are bonded in “Not Screwed in”​

LIGHTING:

• x6 cool white LED Spot lights (switched)
• CBE Lighting Dimmer

​BLINDS:

• x1 Front Cab Curtain (deluxe black-out)
• x1 N/S & O/S Front Side Vanshades Window Blind
• x1 Tailgate Vanshades Widow Blind

​INTERIOR: 
High-Pressure Laminate Furniture Board (*includes most matt coloured boards”). All cabinetry is CNC cut and constructed using cam-locks (not connector blocks).

• Solid fixed rear Kickboard to 150cm RIB Altair frame
• Opening doors to front kickboard of 150cm RIB Altair frame
• Front Seat Base covers
• Concealed soft-close kitchen hinges
• Flush fitting doors​
• 8Loc sliding door table trimmed in charcoal lining material
• Fire Extinguisher

SEATING/BED:
RIB ALTAIR:

• 150cm RIB ALTAIR (3-seater) custom made by SCOPEMA in France (fully tested and approved bed)
• Trimmed in genuine VW fabric
• Integrated Headrests & Integrated Seat Belts
• 65cm rear cushion (6ft0cm bed)
• Fixed Frame​​​

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PANEL VAN:

PLEASE NOTE: In addition to the above Kombi spec, the following features apply to a panel van conversion

BULKHEAD:

• ​Factory bulkhead delete

WINDOWS:
90% Privacy Glass - (Best Aftermarket Glass)

• ​X1 Driver Side SGI Sliding Window
• X1 Passenger Side Fixed Window
• X1 Tailgate/Barn Door Window(s)

STAGE 2:

"ELECTRICS"

Select the most appropriate electrical install to suit your individual lifestyle requirements!

12V SPLIT CHARGE SYSTEM:​​

Ideal for those wanting a simple 12v install for charging phones, tablets etc or running 12v TV's or Diesel Heaters.

INSTALL INCLUDES:

• Digital Voltage Display
• Split Charge Relay
• 120ah AGM Leisure Battery
• CBE 12v Socket (x1)
• CBE USB Socket (x1)

NOTE: All VW T6 & T6.1 Vans require a Battery 2 Battery Charger!

CBE PC210 POWER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:​​

Ideal for those wanting a more advanced and sophisticated system allowing the use of 230v electrics. when on electric hook-up as well as 12v electrics on the move..  

​INSTALL INCLUDES:

• Digital Control Panel
• 230v Hook-Up (Under Bonnet)
• CBE Battery Charger
• CBE Consumer Unit
• CBE 12v Fuse Box
• 120ah Leisure Battery​
• CBE 12v Socket (X1)
• CBE USB Socket (X1)
• CBE 230v Socket (x1)
• Fresh Water Indicator gauge (*suitable for the APOLLO +)

STAGE 3:

"ELEVATING ROOF"​ - Do you require extra head height & sleeping space?

​The addition of an elevating roof is typically the first and biggest decision to make after purchasing the base van. If you are seeking extra headroom for general day to day living/cooking or additional sleeping space then the upgrade to a 4 birth is essential. An elevating roof upgrade on a VW T5/6 Transporter will significantly transform and make your vehicle far more practical and spacious for living in. 

At Northshore we only fit German TUV approved roofs and for the last 5+ years we have installed various model roofs from the REIMO and SCA brands. These brands in our opinion are the market leading roof manufacturers which is why our conversion designs are based around. 

"Click" the below link to find out more about the roof systems we recommend.
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STAGE 4:

"APOLLO+"

UPGRADE TO THE "APOLLO+"

Northshore Custom Conversions “APOLLO+” includes all of the fantastic features of the "APOLLO" with a number of additions to make it the ultimate multi-purpose camper:

SHORT WHEEL BASE (SWB) VW T5/6:

FURNITURE:

• Fixed custom made integrated pod behind driver seat made from high quality lightweight furniture board.
• Flush doors with soft-close hinges
• Aluminium corner profile

APPLIANCES:

• Small gas burner with integrated sink & tap
• 49lt Webasto fridge (Front Loading) or 30lt Webasto drawer fridge (under RIB ALTAIR)

FRESH WATER:

• 29lt Under body water tank
• Shurflo fixed water pump
• Internal water filling point

WASTE WATER:

• Waste water pipe outlet under the van

GAS INSTALLATION:

• 907 camping gaz gas safety locker (Inc drop vent, bottle strap, pigtail and gas adaptor)
• Gas Safety Check by independent GAS SAFE engineer (Gas Safe Certificate Issued)

LONG WHEEL BASE (LWB) VW T5/6:

The LWB Apollo+ pod is designed to maximise the additional 400mm space over a SWB van. The pod is based around the front section of the popular SWB "Trident" conversion. In comparison to the SWB "Apollo+" pod the LWB version includes:

FURNITURE:

• Larger Fixed furniture board pod behind driver seat

APPLIANCES:

• Double gas burner/sink

STAGE 4:

ADDITIONAL UPGRADES

.During the initial consultation and design stage its worth considering and factoring in what additional upgrades you would like your van to have. If you have a wish list then we can discuss what upgrades will need to be done in the early stages of the build and which upgrades can be easily done at a later date

Anything which requires installing cables, such as dash cameras, reversing cameras, solar panels, rear speakers etc is best to be done in the initial stage 1 of the build to minimise any additional costs. In some cases it is possible to do a part install i.e. just run the wiring feeds so that they are installed and accessible for full upgrade in stage 2. I..e. making a van solar panel. ready. Where possible we will charge a fee for the part install which will be offset against the cost of the full installation and the remaining fee would be paid after the completed installation.

Most upgrades can be retrofitted, however in some cases the work involved for some upgrades may not be practical or cost effective If a van is already converted. We will always discuss with you what your aims and intentions are for the van long term, to ensure the most appropriate upgrades are completed. I.e. fitting a reverse camera or a full/part solar panel install is more important than fitting side bars or lowering springs in stage 1 as the styling accessories can be done in stage 2 without any additional work or more importantly additional costs!

POPULAR UPGRADES:

• Sound Deadening
• ​CBE Dimmer Switch
• Rear Speakers
• Reverse Camera
• Webasto Airtop 2000 Diesel Heater
• Reimo Multi Rail
• Lifos Lithium Battery
• Recessed Strip Lighting
• Tailgate Lighting
• Leather Seat Upgrades
• Blackvue Dash Camera
• Additional CBE Sockets
• Flush Mounted Semi-Flexible Solar Panel - (100w or 150w)
• Interior Courtesy Light LED Bulb Upgrade
• Blackout Blinds
• Pull Out Drawers
• Corian Worktop