THE "HYDRO" CONVERSION

The "HYDRO" (SLIDE) conversion is our newest design incorporating either the 112cm sliding RIB FLUX seat or the 115cm VW California seat with a curved end unit, allowing the driver seat to completely swivel giving a comfortable 4 seater arrangement.  
We have designed this ultra sleek layout to provide a spacious practical layout with great aesthetics. The "HYDRO" (SLIDE) is ideal fantastic for people with young families who want the children seated to the front of the van during journeys or for those individuals wanting a super flexible vehicle where maximum boot space is required. The "HYDRO" (SLIDE) is ideal for transporting sports equipment of larger items which simply wouldn't fit into the traditional layout such as the "TRIDENT"
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SWB (SHORT WHEEL BASE)

LWB (LONG WHEEL BASE)

BUILD YOUR ULTIMATE SPECIFICATION:

STAGE 1: - KOMBI or PANEL Base Van?
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STAGE 2: - ELEVATING ROOF? - (2 Birth or 4 Birth)
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​STAGE 3 - 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.

​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:

• Increased floor height to accommodate VW California rails
• 1-piece 12mm exterior ply floor
• Altro Walkway Commercial grade lino
• 7mm Dodo Thermoliner Closed Cell Insulation
• All Floors are bonded in “Not Screwed in”​
• Caravelle/Multi-van side step with step light
• Full width rear threshold cover with aluminium finishing strip 

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 blind 
• x1 Tailgate Vanshades blind

​INTERIOR: 
All cabinetry is CNC cut from High-Pressure Laminate Furniture Board. and constructed using cam-locks (not connector blocks). This design incorporates the new curved cabinets launched in April 2020.

• Front cooking section with a sleek curved end furniture board section including curved tambour door
• Rear Wardrobe Inc. (Tambour Roller Door – SWB x1, LWB x2)
• Opening Doors to kickboard (front) to 112cm RIB Altair frame
• Solid fixed Kickboard (rear) to 112cm RIB Altair frame
• Seat Base cover(s) in matching furniture board
• Concealed soft-close kitchen hinges
• Flush fitting doors
• Aluminium corner profile used throughout
• Full Width Rear overhead locker with recessed strip lighting (switched)
• Full Splash back with integrated overhead shelf with recessed strip lighting (switched)
• 8Loc sliding door table trimmed in charcoal lining material
• Fire Extinguisher

SEATING/BED:
RIB ALTAIR:

• 112cm RIB ALTAIR FLUX (2-seater) custom made by SCOPEMA in France (fully tested and approved bed) or the 115cm VW California bed (Options can be discussed)
• Trimmed in genuine VW fabric
• Integrated Headrests & Integrated Seat Belts
• 65cm rear cushion (6ft0cm bed)
• Full sliding Frame​​​ with multiply lock in positions
• X2 Genuine VW California rails with finishing trims and integrated lashing points

APPLIANCES:

• 49lt Webasto Cruise front loading fridge with flush fitting surround
• Dometic 9722 Double Burner/Sink (Inc. tap)

WATER:

• 29lt underbody fresh water tank (*not suitable for 4-motion vans)
• Fixed shurflo water pump
• Internal water filler point
• Waste water outlet (under van)

GAS SAFETY LOCKER

• Vented safety locker suitable for Camping Gaz (904 & 907) Inc. regulator, pigtail, bottle adaptor bottle strap etc)
• CBE LPG Detector
• Gas Safety Check by independent GAS SAFE engineer (Gas Safe Certificate Issued)

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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:

"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.

STAGE 3:

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​
• Rear Speakers
• Reverse Camera
• Webasto Airtop 2000 Diesel Heater
• Reimo Multi Rail
• Lithium Battery
• LPS CLAYTON POWER Lithium Battery - (provides 230v electrics off grid without mains hook-up)
• 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
• Corian Worktop