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Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-28-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 109,711
Posted By GAR
Probably best to ask the insurance provider. ...

Probably best to ask the insurance provider.

Gar
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 01-27-2019, 08:23 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 46,215
Posted By GAR
I’m perdy sure he means the hole you cut in the...

I’m perdy sure he means the hole you cut in the top of your van for then pop top.

Gar
Forum: Campfire 01-24-2019, 08:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,546
Posted By GAR
Negatron. They make swing arms for stock bumpers....

Negatron. They make swing arms for stock bumpers. https://www.aluminess.com/ford/ford-vans-1992-2007/ford-van-92-07-tire-racks/


Gar
Forum: Campfire 01-18-2019, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,546
Posted By GAR
Kenny Gorham was awesome to deal with. He makes...

Kenny Gorham was awesome to deal with. He makes that company shine! Definitely the most valuable aspect of any company is a good customer service guy that “gets it” when it comes to customer service...
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestions, Account Concerns and News 01-16-2019, 09:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,719
Posted By GAR
Thumbs down :k2::c1: Lol Gar

:k2::c1:

Lol

Gar
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-16-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,666
Posted By GAR
There are some frame holes that could be utilized...

There are some frame holes that could be utilized to secure the IFS system with a weight rated strap and hook. -So when the vehicle is raised the suspension does not expand.

Gar
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-14-2019, 08:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,666
Posted By GAR
I’m thinking we could probably put together a...

I’m thinking we could probably put together a “recovery discovery get together”, and share what we know works and what we know does not work with each other. A one day, hands on recovery expo if you...
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestions, Account Concerns and News 01-14-2019, 07:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,719
Posted By GAR
Sure can. I just sent you a “thanks.” :cool: ...

Sure can. I just sent you a “thanks.” :cool:

Gar
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestions, Account Concerns and News 01-14-2019, 06:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,719
Posted By GAR
Thumbs down “Like” buttons... Is it not bad enough that...

“Like” buttons...

Is it not bad enough that we “post up” on a forum rather than “meet up” regularly to discuss ideas & solutions? Now we need a “Like” button?? :k8:

Drop and press-out 25...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-14-2019, 05:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,666
Posted By GAR
I use the rock sliders built by Weldtecdesigns....

I use the rock sliders built by Weldtecdesigns. High quality welds, all steel.

One could also use the Highlift Jack wheel lift accessorie....
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 01-14-2019, 04:50 PM
Replies: 3,418
Views: 730,651
Posted By GAR
Perfect. I completely understand and was looking...

Perfect. I completely understand and was looking at it from the same perspective. Thanks for the reply!

Gar
Forum: Campfire 01-14-2019, 04:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,391
Posted By GAR
Lol, too funny. :a2: Gar

Lol, too funny. :a2:

Gar
Forum: Van Body 01-02-2019, 06:25 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 204,673
Posted By GAR
Nice Express LCACMAN! Ya need some tires if ya...

Nice Express LCACMAN! Ya need some tires if ya want to glide over the sand like your LCAC! :D:c3:

Gar
Forum: Van Body 01-01-2019, 10:42 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 204,673
Posted By GAR
The Aluminess roof rack solved my awning mounting...

The Aluminess roof rack solved my awning mounting dilemma. But with a roof rack, one could also just use a tarp. -I had the roof rack and awning installed at Aluminess.

Gar
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Forum: Van Body 12-31-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 204,673
Posted By GAR
That would be really cool. I’m in the R&D phase...

That would be really cool. I’m in the R&D phase of designing and fabricating a seat base that allows for a swival seat with no added seat height. The new base would also have a lockable storage...
Forum: Van Body 12-31-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 204,673
Posted By GAR
This is the swival i used. Worked just fine....

This is the swival i used. Worked just fine. chevy van seat bases,driver,swivel seat bases (https://www.discountvantruck.com/rvvanseatbases/rvvanChevyseatbases.htm)

Part#111615

There is a hole...
Forum: Show & Tell 12-30-2018, 11:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,468
Posted By GAR
Got the new van pinstriped just this year running...

Got the new van pinstriped just this year running through brush to get to a spot with no other campers. Its worth it in my opinion. I use to carry a very sharp machete, hedge trimmer, and pruning...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 12-30-2018, 09:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,842
Posted By GAR
My comments were meant to give my experience...

My comments were meant to give my experience dealing with older vehicles, not start a pissing contest with a guy that is emotionally attached to a vintage van that he rebuilt from the ground up.
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Forum: General Sportsmobile 12-30-2018, 09:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,842
Posted By GAR
If you have something positive to contribute go...

If you have something positive to contribute go right ahead. Otherwise kissoff!

Gar
Forum: General Sportsmobile 12-30-2018, 08:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,842
Posted By GAR
Word to the wise... This is a nice looking...

Word to the wise...

This is a nice looking van, however...

If you plan on having a van this old to travel to remote locations, especially off road, plan on having a sat phone to call for help...
Forum: Member Classifieds 12-30-2018, 04:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,205
Posted By GAR
I purchased a black cloth (nylon) shower curtain ...

I purchased a black cloth (nylon) shower curtain and shower curtain rod at home depot. Used plastic zip ties to secure the shower curtain to the rod. Cut the bottom of the curtain to fit and sealed...
Forum: Campfire 12-30-2018, 04:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,878
Posted By GAR
“Robin hooding” an arrow is cool the first couple...

“Robin hooding” an arrow is cool the first couple of times you do it. After that it just gets too expensive to chance repeating.

Nice shooting, and welcome to the RH arrow club. :b5:

Gar
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Forum: Van Body 12-30-2018, 04:25 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 204,673
Posted By GAR
Thats cool. I dig my passenger side swival seat...

Thats cool. I dig my passenger side swival seat base. Makes a big difference. Dig my Aluminess roof rack as well (awesome for mounting the awning). But keeping your van the way it is makes for a...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 12-30-2018, 04:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,666
Posted By GAR
Mounted to Aluminess roof rack with some “Jeep...

Mounted to Aluminess roof rack with some “Jeep Wrangler Hood Hinge Brackets.” -The shovel diverts the air over the jack to keep the wind noise down.

Gar
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Forum: Van Body 12-30-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 204,673
Posted By GAR
Thumbs up Congratulations. Its spelled “Chevy” haha! ...

Congratulations. Its spelled “Chevy” haha!

The Chevy van is a very solid vehicle. Far better (IMHO), than what Ford or Sprinter currently has to offer (mechanically speaking). :b5::c3:

Gar
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