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Forum: Electrical and Electronics 04-09-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,009
Posted By SMB123
I hear you. One other word to the wise - having...

I hear you. One other word to the wise - having to look at something cockeyed for any period of time is very tiring. So if using for computer - if monitor not in very ergo position it will blow.

I...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 04-09-2024, 09:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,009
Posted By SMB123
When I was looking for a mount for a tv for a...

When I was looking for a mount for a tv for a motorhome it was very unsatisfactory. The big challenge to solve is not having the thing move while driving. Then you have to have a very solid mounting...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-04-2024, 06:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,939
Posted By SMB123
What are the deets for the decals? I may get a set

What are the deets for the decals? I may get a set
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 03-31-2024, 02:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 627
Posted By SMB123
I've never been there - how are the road...

I've never been there - how are the road conditions for 2x? I wouldn't need to do anything gnarly but would like to go while it's green. Are you seeing superbloom conditions or somewhere in the...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 03-27-2024, 08:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 398
Posted By SMB123
Look at all the self built Home Depot special...

Look at all the self built Home Depot special campers online then you'll realize just how much goes into an SMB.

When I first got into RVs - the general pecking order of price was trailers <...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 03-26-2024, 05:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 783
Posted By SMB123
There's a whole new generation of leather covers...

There's a whole new generation of leather covers that are designed to look OEM. I've seen them and they are impressive. Truckleather.com is one. If your like the cold why not sheepskin?!
Forum: Van Body 03-23-2024, 12:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,549
Posted By SMB123
Yep - 3:10 mark. ...

Yep - 3:10 mark.

https://youtu.be/SeYIr42MISI?si=ddqSWY3r5hynOVs3&t=190
Forum: Van Body 03-23-2024, 09:04 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,549
Posted By SMB123
Great illustration. That would be very hard to...

Great illustration. That would be very hard to catch in the act!
Forum: Van Body 03-23-2024, 08:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,549
Posted By SMB123
That sounds right of course. I was hesitant to...

That sounds right of course. I was hesitant to use the word but when I used Dicor self leveling in the past it seemed to have enough body for some angles rather than just flat surfaces. But I...
Forum: Van Body 03-22-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,549
Posted By SMB123
I've used heat to get rid of nasty sealants. A...

I've used heat to get rid of nasty sealants. A heat gun on low setting (high will destroy) would make it slightly more flexible and workable. There's no easy way. I have also used a n osc tool with...
Forum: Van Body 03-21-2024, 11:10 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,549
Posted By SMB123
That makes it most suspect :p8: When you...

That makes it most suspect :p8:

When you drive any water will go up over the vehicle like an airfoil.

I have had a number of Harleys - every single one has had multiple mystery sounds - usually...
Forum: Van Body 03-20-2024, 01:50 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,549
Posted By SMB123
Don't know where you are but I use a damp tester...

Don't know where you are but I use a damp tester that plumbers use on a variety of stuff. The best bet it to catch it in the act. If your area gets a lot of rain may have to wait.

Ideally - you...
Forum: Member Classifieds 03-17-2024, 10:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,224
Posted By SMB123
No need to be sensitive about it. If someone with...

No need to be sensitive about it. If someone with 500 posts on here asks it's different than someone who is new. The question stokes skepticism. Sounds like you might be authentic which is good. The...
Forum: Member Classifieds 03-17-2024, 03:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,224
Posted By SMB123
Exactly. Plausible deniability is a great thing....

Exactly. Plausible deniability is a great thing. Hopefully all on up and up. I would expect to get taken to school if so but being a pot stirrer is a blessing and a curse.

The racket I've seen -...
Forum: Member Classifieds 03-15-2024, 09:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,224
Posted By SMB123
Mr 4 poster trying to sell the most stolen item...

Mr 4 poster trying to sell the most stolen item in vehicles that he took from "his" van. Story checks out :a2:
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 03-09-2024, 01:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 462
Posted By SMB123
It would be good for nostalgia - I had a 3 on the...

It would be good for nostalgia - I had a 3 on the tree before plus the 240 would be an incredible engine.

One thing that looks like it's going to be a lost cause is the rust on the back of the...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 03-09-2024, 10:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 462
Posted By SMB123
I'll be the bad guy and say the dude is smoking...

I'll be the bad guy and say the dude is smoking crack. If it was somewhat close to Uncle Rico's van then it might be ok but this thing is ridden hard and put away wet. Maybe during the height of the...
Forum: Welcome Mat 01-17-2024, 09:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 918
Posted By SMB123
When I read it first I thought the vehicle had...

When I read it first I thought the vehicle had 351,94x miles. But only 94k miles? Hell it's just broken in! Hopefully the valvetrain stuff isn't serious. Post a video of what you mean. I am sure you...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-16-2024, 09:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 265
Posted By SMB123
I made one. I used a piano hinge to connect two...

I made one. I used a piano hinge to connect two pieces of wood; put some carpet on top for aesthetics and grip. Closes with a clip to hold shut. Can be used as a step into van or a bridge from van to...
Forum: Van Body 01-16-2024, 12:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,269
Posted By SMB123
In that case it might be a great puller. The...

In that case it might be a great puller. The trailer will have a set of brakes which requires a controller. Those brakes with van brakes should be safe within limits.

The two things to get ready...
Forum: Van Body 01-15-2024, 01:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,269
Posted By SMB123
4.11 and 5.4 is only part of the equation. How...

4.11 and 5.4 is only part of the equation. How tall are the tires?

I have thousands of miles of towing from popup trailers to toy haulers.

How much distance ? If under 200 miles you have a lot...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-08-2023, 03:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,077
Posted By SMB123
I'm one of those lunatics who believe exposure to...

I'm one of those lunatics who believe exposure to diverse microbes is a key to healthy immune system.

I flush a new RV with a chlorine solution but have never done it twice.

I also dump black...
Forum: Welcome Mat 10-21-2023, 10:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,116
Posted By SMB123
Location, location, location. All the meatheads...

Location, location, location. All the meatheads that ever bought out a van I was trying to get were from Utah, Arizona or Nevada. The market isn't as fierce right now but I'd probably put a feeler in...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 09-28-2023, 03:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,257
Posted By SMB123
Those classic inline 6 are absolutely wonderful...

Those classic inline 6 are absolutely wonderful workhorses. The design will not be conducive to much HP but can do better on hills.

I had a Dodge 360 which was an absolute dog. I put an old...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 08-06-2023, 03:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 981
Posted By SMB123
To quote Sportsmobile: "Normally we say around...

To quote Sportsmobile: "Normally we say around 400 hundred pounds"

That said - I'd consider age/drying out to be reducing factor. I get up there and I'm a sasquatch but for two people around 350...
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