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Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-12-2024, 09:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,605
Posted By BVerhulst
I'm a little late to the party, but I am an...

I'm a little late to the party, but I am an owner-operator of my own trucking company, specializing in heavy hauling with a removable gooseneck lowboy. I frequently carry loads that are 12' tall (14'...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-20-2022, 07:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,448
Posted By BVerhulst
My experience is that balancing beads are good...

My experience is that balancing beads are good for trailer tires that are commonly not spin-balanced.

I tried them in motorcycle tires - horrible! When I'd rapidly scrub speed before diving into a...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 11-23-2021, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,142
Posted By BVerhulst
Excellent idea and design - I'd been thinking of...

Excellent idea and design - I'd been thinking of something similar for quite a long while. I'll definitely be referencing this as I work on my own. Keep us updated if it continues to work well. Did...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 05-04-2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 993
Posted By BVerhulst
I replaced mine a few years ago because water in...

I replaced mine a few years ago because water in it froze and broke it. Pretty easy, just a few hose connections and a small amount of coolant spill when disconnecting those lines (plug 'em fast!). I...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-20-2021, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 750
Posted By BVerhulst
Verifying this is an Espar Hydronic hot water...

Verifying this is an Espar Hydronic hot water heater? You've verified it's water (put your hand under the drip, smell it, examine the color, etc.)? Is the appliance interior or exterior?
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-10-2021, 10:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,348
Posted By BVerhulst
I find that to be kind of interesting, or perhaps...

I find that to be kind of interesting, or perhaps strange. Starters have their own solenoid built in (or, on the side, typically), so I don't quite understand why this one would be in-line to the...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 03-08-2021, 07:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,811
Posted By BVerhulst
Great build - the separated / isolated cargo area...

Great build - the separated / isolated cargo area in back looks awesome!

I'd suggest installing the heater similar to how mine is - under the seat, drawing cool air from the back. Can you post a...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-08-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,348
Posted By BVerhulst
The "what's this" item looks like a solenoid,...

The "what's this" item looks like a solenoid, same type I've used to supply switch-controlled power to winches.

The circuit breaker is currently in the open position. I believe, in my van, it's...
Forum: 4x4 01-19-2021, 08:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,742
Posted By BVerhulst
I agree with most all of the above comments. ...

I agree with most all of the above comments.

For me, 4x4 is a must have. Without it, I might as well just use a bigger - and arguably more comfortable - Class C motorhome or similar. The purpose...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 10-08-2020, 01:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,326
Posted By BVerhulst
Mine is 10' with the roof rack on top of the...

Mine is 10' with the roof rack on top of the hard-top. Garage queen? Nope, parked outdoors.
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-20-2020, 11:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,655
Posted By BVerhulst
Adventure Driven, I see you have Colorado plates...

Adventure Driven, I see you have Colorado plates on the van; do you mind sharing where you're located? I'd like to see the van in person. I'll send a PM.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-12-2020, 07:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,889
Posted By BVerhulst
Reviving this thread: I am replacing my house...

Reviving this thread: I am replacing my house battery (lots of abuse last year killed it), and now that the cold part of winter is over (van is parked outside where it is subject to extreme cold), I...
Forum: Welcome Mat 12-29-2019, 06:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,347
Posted By BVerhulst
Welcome! What part of Colorado are you in? I'm in...

Welcome! What part of Colorado are you in? I'm in Estes Park.
Forum: Member Classifieds 10-07-2019, 08:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,238
Posted By BVerhulst
I'm interested if you're willing to ship to 80517.

I'm interested if you're willing to ship to 80517.
Forum: Towing and Toys 08-27-2019, 09:24 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 105,143
Posted By BVerhulst
Pioneer 1000

I tow my home-made customer-built trailer for my Honda Pioneer 1000.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-01-2019, 05:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,021
Posted By BVerhulst
I guess my starting budget is how much will it...

I guess my starting budget is how much will it cost to fix my current problems. I’d rather invest a ton of money into a solution that won’t have the same problems a few more years down the road....
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-01-2019, 05:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,021
Posted By BVerhulst
Hmm, you’re referring to a much newer 6.7...

Hmm, you’re referring to a much newer 6.7 Powerstroke? Don’t they have a litany of problems too? Would it even fit under the hood? I’m open to the idea... hadn’t thought of other alternatives like...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-31-2019, 09:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,021
Posted By BVerhulst
6.0 PSD to V-10 Swap?

Hi all, I have a 2009 E-350 with the 6.0 PSD engine and 5 speed transmission. This is not a PowerStroke bashing thread; please don't turn it into that. Having said that, I must say that I'm...
Forum: Member Classifieds 03-09-2019, 09:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,232
Posted By BVerhulst
I'll just add my thoughts about amp running...

I'll just add my thoughts about amp running boards, in case you guys interested are wondering about real-user experience: I love mine! They retract up high for excellent ground clearance when...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 03-09-2019, 09:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,119
Posted By BVerhulst
I store stuff that can and will get dirty that I...

I store stuff that can and will get dirty that I don't want to bring inside clean areas of the van such as recovery gear (tow straps, shackles) and leveling blocks (five or so 12" long scraps of...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 03-07-2019, 05:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,971
Posted By BVerhulst
"at 55 mph"

"at 55 mph"
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-20-2019, 10:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,251
Posted By BVerhulst
I was about to ask your location relative to the...

I was about to ask your location relative to the vehicle for sale. I agree it's priced a little high, but being located in Canada saves you a lot of hassle.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 01-17-2019, 10:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,195
Posted By BVerhulst
The little red light still flashes when the...

The little red light still flashes when the engine is shut off, so does that suggest contrary, that power is still positive?

I'll try the face plate pressure test, too.
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 01-14-2019, 10:05 PM
Replies: 3,418
Views: 733,130
Posted By BVerhulst
Rarely have I had such an accomplished day: I...

Rarely have I had such an accomplished day:
I opened up the wiring harnesses beneath the step board of the driver's side door. First, I found the problem I was looking for: broken wires to the AMP...
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestions, Account Concerns and News 01-14-2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,745
Posted By BVerhulst
How about a "gold star" system? You see a piece...

How about a "gold star" system? You see a piece of very useful and informative information in someone's post, you give it a gold star. Could be really cool if somehow the number of gold stars...
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