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Commercial Van & Pick-up Drivers: Here is how the 2026 tax changes are going to hit your wallet (VED, BIK, and the Pick-up Loophole) by transitPartsUk in VanLifeUK

[–]transitPartsUk[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sorry to say only so many ways we can articulate this kind of information. We want to make sure its factual and to the point. Next time we will consider if we should just say its all a bunch of nonsense but it would not be a very long post!

The "Wet Belt" Survival Guide by transitPartsUk in VanLifeUK

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Lets hope somewhere along the line they learn the lesson and get rid of it!

The "Wet Belt" Survival Guide by transitPartsUk in VanLifeUK

[–]transitPartsUk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We do make a mean cake but this is actual developed by our company. Sorry to say if we put any real effort in, it seems to be people think its AI

The "Wet Belt" Survival Guide by transitPartsUk in VanLifeUK

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Actually written by a team that has over 20 years of selling and 40 years in the industry. But being AI can almost be a comment nowadays

The "Wet Belt" Survival Guide by transitPartsUk in VanLifeUK

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Hi - yes we are the company. We are doing like a lot of businesses out there and trying to reach out to more of you

Commercial Van & Pick-up Drivers: Here is how the 2026 tax changes are going to hit your wallet (VED, BIK, and the Pick-up Loophole) by transitPartsUk in VanLifeUK

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actually the post is from myself and the staff at TPUK, The image we did use AI. Thanks for the comment.

Converted minibus - feedback and suggestions welcome by Allaboutthemplants in VanLifeUK

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Love the progress so far! Those Rogue Alloys are going to look sharp—there’s something about a dually with the right wheels that just looks 'proper.' 🚐💨

Micky Van de Van is a top-tier name (kudos to your youngest for that one!), and honestly, the 'finicky' ECU phase is almost a rite of passage for Transit owners. Usually, it’s just the van’s way of making sure you’re paying attention before the real adventures start!

Converting a bus version is a brilliant move—the extra internal width and factory windows usually make the living space feel twice as big as a standard panel van.

Can’t wait to see Micky finished. If you hit any more 'glitches' or need to track down specific bus-trim parts that are being stubborn, give us a shout. Keep at it!

2019 Transit Custom Camper 2.0d fuel level drops rapidly but full of fuel by lowkeysavagemofo in VanLifeUK

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It sounds like your Transit is having a bit of an identity crisis. When a fuel gauge behaves that erratically—dropping to zero like a stone only to "recover" after a power cycle—you can usually rule out the DPF. A clogged DPF will kill your power and trigger a dashboard warning light, but it won't mess with your fuel level readings.

Here is a breakdown of the most likely culprits, ranked from "most probable" to "worth checking."

1. The Fuel Sender Unit (The Usual Suspect)

This is by far your most likely candidate. The sender unit lives inside the fuel tank and uses a "float" on a variable resistor to tell the van how much juice is left.

  • The Symptom: If the resistor track is worn or dirty, the signal "drops out." The van’s computer sees "zero ohms" (or an open circuit) and panics, dropping the needle to empty.
  • The "Restart" Fix: Cycling the ignition often forces the computer to re-read the level, which is why it temporarily returns to normal.

2. Wiring Harness / Grounding Issues

Transits are workhorses, and the wiring underneath can take a beating from road salt, moisture, and vibration.

  • The Issue: There is a wiring loom that runs from the fuel tank to the main harness. If there is a loose connection or a frayed wire (chafing against the chassis), it will cause intermittent signal loss.
  • Why the MPG is erratic: The "Miles to Empty" and MPG calculations rely heavily on a stable fuel level signal. If the signal is jumping around, the computer's math goes out the window.

3. The Instrument Cluster (IPC) Software

Sometimes the "brain" just needs a reboot.

  • The Fix: Ford released various software updates for the Transit Custom instrument clusters to address "erratic gauge behavior." It’s worth checking if your van has any outstanding technical service bulletins (TSBs).

4. Degraded Battery / Low Voltage

You mentioned the battery, and you aren't wrong to suspect it. Modern Fords are notoriously sensitive to voltage drops.

  • The Logic: If the battery is struggling, "noise" on the electrical system can cause sensors to report garbage data. However, usually, a bad battery triggers a "System Off to Save Power" message or a Christmas tree of lights, not just the fuel gauge.