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WE HAD NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN TO US WITH A MECHANIC | 24 hours of VanLife at the workshop, Ecuador #143 - Chez Team
25 de junio de 2023 · 22 min · 31K vistas · Galápagos Islands
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The Chess Team performs comprehensive maintenance on their motorhome at a professional workshop in Quito, Ecuador.Watch The crew removes the transmission to replace a leaking seal and adjusts the front end to address play in the steering components.5:55 During the process, the radiator develops a leak; the team opts to replace the original plastic-and-aluminum unit with a custom-fabricated, all-aluminum radiator to improve durability.9:59 They also perform bodywork on the vehicle’s exterior, using polyurethane foam to seal gaps left by a removed air conditioning unit and applying fresh paint to the wheels after treating them with a rust-inhibiting phosphating agent.8:56 Living in the workshop for several days, the team utilizes the facility’s amenities, including a clean bathroom and workspace, while coordinating with local mechanics.2:15 The maintenance concludes with the vehicle’s mechanical systems fully serviced, followed by a 4x4 excursion in the surrounding area.20:16 Proactive maintenance in a well-equipped facility prevents larger mechanical failures during long-term travel.
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