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Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-27-2021, 09:12 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,882
Posted By shadetreevanman
Self important people thinking they're going to...

Self important people thinking they're going to write as the expert after a few minutes experience. Sad to say but it happens everywhere.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-18-2020, 09:36 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,240
Posted By shadetreevanman
My friend bought a used Class C RV from an older...

My friend bought a used Class C RV from an older man. The previous owner had added LED lights under the hood as he claimed it deterred mice if left on when stored or camping. Not sure if it works or...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 09-28-2020, 09:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,541
Posted By shadetreevanman
wvuboy44, thats why I went with factory 17"...

wvuboy44, thats why I went with factory 17" takeoffs. With my sliding door I didn't want interference. The factory wheels place the tires even with the fender, not past it.
Forum: 4x4 09-24-2020, 02:34 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,094
Posted By shadetreevanman
My butt-o-meter usually stops me way before I'm...

My butt-o-meter usually stops me way before I'm in trouble.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 09-24-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,282
Posted By shadetreevanman
In my Jeep I've used California Trail Maps for...

In my Jeep I've used California Trail Maps for the past few years. Their maps overlay into the map app, on my Apple thats GuruMapsPro. It's recording feature has helped me out when I'm going into...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 09-24-2020, 02:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,541
Posted By shadetreevanman
My buddy is running Weldtec's 5" lift kit on his...

My buddy is running Weldtec's 5" lift kit on his Express Extended. Their kit uses a 3" spindle, 2" coil spacer in front. He put 285/70R17s on it and had to cut back the fender to prevent rubbing. ...
Forum: Campfire 09-24-2020, 01:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,260
Posted By shadetreevanman
All through the pandemic we have been camping...

All through the pandemic we have been camping with various family and friends. At least one weekend a month all year long. It's a nice respite from the news cycles to get out and camp.

Almost all...
Forum: Campfire 09-24-2020, 12:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,260
Posted By shadetreevanman
A friend of mine has lived on top of a hill in...

A friend of mine has lived on top of a hill in Carmel Valley, CA in a home he built himself many years ago. He's had a few fire scares over the years, but this year was by far the worst. His home and...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 08-14-2020, 05:31 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 49,765
Posted By shadetreevanman
I had been reading good things about the added...

I had been reading good things about the added stability of putting a rear sway bar on these vans. I ordered the appropriate Helwig unit. When it arrived the box was nearly destroyed, barely clinging...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 08-06-2020, 09:34 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 49,765
Posted By shadetreevanman
The mod list for this van, at least for now, is...

The mod list for this van, at least for now, is pretty simple. I've been concentrating on wiring and suspension these past weeks. I pulled the dash apart to add a Pioneer Apple Carplay compatible...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 07-19-2020, 04:49 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 49,765
Posted By shadetreevanman
Saturday morning I picked up this 2012 Express...

Saturday morning I picked up this 2012 Express LT, 6.0 Litre. I wanted barn doors but this one was low miles and clean. Unusual from what I've seen, this van has vinyl seats. Plus it has been...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 07-08-2020, 12:24 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 49,765
Posted By shadetreevanman
Well the end is here for this particular project....

Well the end is here for this particular project. A new owner just drove off a couple hours ago in their new van. They were excited to take it out camping in the coming weeks. It's a bittersweet...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 03-30-2020, 04:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,211
Posted By shadetreevanman
You could add a Reimo Mushroom Roof....

You could add a Reimo Mushroom Roof. https://www.reimo.com/en/G-camper_van_conversion_shop/GD-reimo_roof_pop_top_roof_pop_up_roof_high_top_roof/GDW-universal_pop_up_roof/ They sell in the UK but I...
Forum: Campfire 03-23-2020, 12:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,674
Posted By shadetreevanman
A friend lives in Wrightwood, a small SoCal ski...

A friend lives in Wrightwood, a small SoCal ski resort town. The problem they have is out of towners buying all their food. Just stay home.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-11-2020, 10:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,190
Posted By shadetreevanman
When I bought my van, all I towed was my Jeep and...

When I bought my van, all I towed was my Jeep and I thought my 5.4 was just fine power wise. Recently though we bought a toy hauler to transport the Jeep in. Now I find that I don't necessarily need...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 02-14-2020, 03:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,165
Posted By shadetreevanman
I have the Milwaukee 1/2" Impact and a Milwaukee...

I have the Milwaukee 1/2" Impact and a Milwaukee 3/8" ratchet. Both are very handy. The ratchet goes in my trip tool back every time. The 1/2" Impact is a beast.
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 02-14-2020, 12:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,536
Posted By shadetreevanman
When I had a poptop VW Vanagon what I didn't like...

When I had a poptop VW Vanagon what I didn't like was rearranging stuff to drive and camp. With just Lady Shadetree and I we never used the upper bunk and just used it for storage. But that stuff had...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 12-06-2019, 09:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By shadetreevanman
I bought my high top in a SoCal LKQ salvage yard...

I bought my high top in a SoCal LKQ salvage yard for $37.00 on half price day. If you look hard enough you can find them. There were several styles came available when I was looking, but I liked the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 11-22-2019, 02:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,876
Posted By shadetreevanman
You picked up a nice rig. Congratulations and...

You picked up a nice rig. Congratulations and welcome to the life.
Forum: Appliances and Interior 11-21-2019, 08:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,418
Posted By shadetreevanman
Yeah, mine is the 2KW. The challenge is these...

Yeah, mine is the 2KW. The challenge is these heaters never turn off, they just run on low when the desired temp is reached. Even on low, the 2KW is pumping out considerable heat. Should work good...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 11-18-2019, 09:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,418
Posted By shadetreevanman
I installed one of the chinese diesel heater last...

I installed one of the chinese diesel heater last spring. Recently went camping where it got down in the 40s at night. Great, I can finally use my heater. Turned the heater on for 5 minutes and it...
Forum: Member Classifieds 11-15-2019, 02:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,250
Posted By shadetreevanman
:a4: I'm just excited to try Plexus on my...

:a4:

I'm just excited to try Plexus on my Jeeps windows...

And I'm happy the OP has bought a van and is having fun using it. At the end of the day its about getting out there and seeing the...
Forum: Campfire 11-15-2019, 12:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,351
Posted By shadetreevanman
We just went camping a couple weekends ago North...

We just went camping a couple weekends ago North of Santa Barbara, CA. In October we were camping out at Pirates Cove by Needles, CA with our daughters family. Mostly weekend trips due to full time...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 10-19-2019, 10:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,181
Posted By shadetreevanman
Three of us are already here and setup. Come on...

Three of us are already here and setup. Come on by.
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Forum: Van Body 10-09-2019, 12:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,480
Posted By shadetreevanman
Thanks. 1/4" Maple Plywood framing with Trunk...

Thanks. 1/4" Maple Plywood framing with Trunk Liner glued to it. Here's a work in progress shot.

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