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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2021 4:07 pm
by the swan fiend
Cheers mate.
They aren’t from another car, they’re made for the caddy. You can get them on eBay. I just bent them round my leg a little and then just pop them in.
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2021 5:46 pm
by The Ledge
Cheers mate
Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 2:04 pm
by the swan fiend
I’ve fitted my new side rails today in anticipation of getting my covers and spoiler back from the paint shop.
I’ve decided on new rails vs tiger sealing the covers on in case they ever need removing one day. Plus IMO it’s the proper way to do it.
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After:
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 3:15 pm
by Jono1
How much were the new rails @the swan fiend.
I’m desperate for side rail covers but never thought about doing the rails, what’s the difference between the original rails and the new ones ?
Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 3:16 pm
by Lister79
Looking forward to seeing the changes Pete, nice to see you doing the rails and the right way.
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 3:30 pm
by the swan fiend
@jono1. Hi mate, the rails are £43 each plus VAT. That’s for the maxi.
The life rails have 2 little tabs on to allow the covers to lock in to.
As far as I’m aware, you can’t buy the tabs separately.
@Chris, cheers mate, looking forward to seeing the change myself. I always try and do everything to the best of my ability.
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Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 5:07 pm
by C Chis
Brilliant! Really nice to see the small, hidden parts being done properly!
The covers change the side of the van completely.
Some nice mods over the past few weeks
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 5:43 pm
by Giddy
thumbs up for doing it properly. Looking forward to see the end result with the spoiler and splitter fitted.
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 5:45 pm
by the swan fiend
Cheers gents. I’ll be sure to get pictures up when it’s done
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 7:52 pm
by Jono1
Cheers swan. I didn’t even know this was an option
where did you end up getting the covers from?
Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 7:53 pm
by the swan fiend
I only realised by reading people’s build threads myself. I went to my local VW van centre mate. 2 x rails and covers came to £222 inc VAT.
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2021 10:15 pm
by Mitch H
Some lovely mods deffo one to follow
Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2021 8:27 am
by the swan fiend
Cheers mate.
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Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2021 3:31 pm
by Handyandy
It looks like it coming along nicely now
Re: Swan’s caddy build
Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2021 3:35 pm
by the swan fiend
It’s a slow burner @handyandy. Once these bits are done, that’ll be it for a while. There’s always more I want to do though.
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where did you end up getting the covers from?
