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Forum: 4x4 04-18-2024, 06:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 343
Posted By IanF
Did you try calling Quigley? QUIGLEY MOTOR ...

Did you try calling Quigley?

QUIGLEY MOTOR
COMPANY, INC.
100 Sunset Drive
Manchester, PA 17345
(800) 233-9358
Forum: Show & Tell 04-03-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,164
Posted By IanF
Also curious to see what the final MPG is. ...

Also curious to see what the final MPG is.

Aero is such a big component when it comes to fuel mileage with these vans. 4WD adds a fairly significant amount of aero drag since it makes the van...
Forum: Member Classifieds 02-11-2024, 02:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 715
Posted By IanF
Ooo... that looks clean. A bit pricey for the...

Ooo... that looks clean. A bit pricey for the miles, but that might also mean it's been maintained reasonably well. Isn't there a hi-roof company in the PNW?
Forum: Member Classifieds 02-05-2024, 12:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 955
Posted By IanF
Do you have the album set to "private" or...

Do you have the album set to "private" or something? When I copy-clip the link address (that I can only see when I quote-reply) and try to go straight to the album, nothing show up.

Great...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 12-13-2023, 12:33 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,199
Posted By IanF
Agile Off Road? ...

Agile Off Road?

https://agileoffroad.com/rip-ford-e350/
Forum: Appliances and Interior 11-21-2023, 07:56 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,953
Posted By IanF
FWIW, I'm not considering hydronic for in-floor...

FWIW, I'm not considering hydronic for in-floor heating (although it does sound nice my van doesn't have enough interior height), but to run through a typical heater core. The plan would also be to...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 11-14-2023, 12:44 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,953
Posted By IanF
Did your van come with a rear heating system from...

Did your van come with a rear heating system from the engine?

Espar makes a petrol coolant heater/boiler. It's not cheap (the diesel version is cheaper) but should work to plumb into the rear...
Forum: Van Body 09-29-2023, 06:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,986
Posted By IanF
I have a fair amount of experience with POR15 and...

I have a fair amount of experience with POR15 and as you said, patience and RTFM are the keys to success. Attempts at shortcuts will likely lead to anger and disappointment.

Unfortunately, some...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 09-11-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 92,763
Posted By IanF
I found it while doing research for a DIY van...

I found it while doing research for a DIY van build a few years ago. :b5:
Forum: Member Classifieds 08-30-2023, 01:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By IanF
Ohm's Law is pretty straightforward, regardless...

Ohm's Law is pretty straightforward, regardless of the type of voltage (DC or AC).

Yeah - he's got a pretty nice set-up. One advantage of a box truck is more space to fit a system like that.
...
Forum: Member Classifieds 08-30-2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By IanF
I wouldn't count on it. Typically, the...

I wouldn't count on it. Typically, the compressor assembly needs to be in a specific orientation to work properly.

Otherwise, whether or not this could work for you will depend on the size of...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 07-17-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 72,706
Posted By IanF
Oh man... that's tough to see. I recently...

Oh man... that's tough to see. I recently watched a video about a couple who were in an crash with their van and how it and the DIY conversion held up. Definitely gives me something to think about...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 07-10-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 896
Posted By IanF
Factory rear A/C parts can be had from most junk...

Factory rear A/C parts can be had from most junk yards, although it will likely need professional installation. And fitting the components into an already converted van may be a challenge.

There...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-23-2023, 06:52 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 22,760
Posted By IanF
Great progress! It's always inspiring to see...

Great progress! It's always inspiring to see these builds and everyone's solutions to space differences and needs.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-20-2023, 07:18 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 11,328
Posted By IanF
You would think swapping out an older diesel for...

You would think swapping out an older diesel for a modern gas version would be easily accepted, but it rarely works out that way and varies a lot by state rules and enforcement policies.

In PA,...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-15-2023, 07:36 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 11,328
Posted By IanF
True. One reason I am keeping my 1992 is because...

True. One reason I am keeping my 1992 is because it is emissions-exempt in PA. I want a 5.9 12V Cummins for its simplicity compared to other engines like the 6.7 or 24V versions. Combined with a +08...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-14-2023, 05:47 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 11,328
Posted By IanF
I'm also interested to see how this goes. My 1992...

I'm also interested to see how this goes. My 1992 has a 7.3 IDI and while it should do well for awhile, a swap is definitely in the long-term cards. I lean towards a 5.9 12V/Allison conversion, but...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-09-2023, 09:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,405
Posted By IanF
Probably depends on the situation. What I mean is...

Probably depends on the situation. What I mean is doing the pre-planning to avoid driving the van into situations where getting stuck is a possibility, regardless of the number of driven wheels. It...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-09-2023, 07:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,405
Posted By IanF
My thoughts on 4WD are usually "if I'm in a...

My thoughts on 4WD are usually "if I'm in a position where I wished I had 4WD, it means I've made a huge mistake..." That said, then I watched some videos about doing RV trips in Alaska. Now I want...
Forum: Member Classifieds 06-08-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 811
Posted By IanF
Worth their weight in gold. I have yet to find...

Worth their weight in gold. I have yet to find service manuals for any make as good as the Ford factory manuals.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-29-2023, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,835
Posted By IanF
It may depend on the conversion, but sometimes...

It may depend on the conversion, but sometimes the exhaust will need to be modified to route around the transfer case and/or front drive shaft.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-29-2023, 05:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,038
Posted By IanF
Thanks for the info. I've definitely pondered a...

Thanks for the info. I've definitely pondered a 7.3G engine swap in my van. I would probably go with a reconfigured ECU since my '92 currently has no emissions controls. Definitely cheaper than...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-29-2023, 05:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,835
Posted By IanF
No... While I'm not a CA resident, from what I've...

No... While I'm not a CA resident, from what I've read over the decades, your concerns are valid.

Even in PA, the "smog-exempt" status of my 1992 E350 7.3 IDI (pretty much zero emissions...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-28-2023, 05:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,038
Posted By IanF
Ooo.. Definitely an interesting swap idea. ...

Ooo.. Definitely an interesting swap idea.

For the curious, can you share how much the parts vehicle sold for?
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-22-2023, 05:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,067
Posted By IanF
Rockauto.com can be a useful tool for looking at...

Rockauto.com can be a useful tool for looking at stuff like this. One of the catalytic converter options is a two-piece system as described.
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