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Forum: Member Classifieds 07-09-2020, 03:31 PM
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Forum: Member Classifieds 07-02-2020, 03:32 PM
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Views: 548
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CLAIMED: Free penthouse bed

I have the single piece penthouse bed left from our 96 when it was sold. Buyer didn't want it enough to pay for shipping. It's in very good condition. Pictures are old from when I bought the van a...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-27-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 702
Posted By optionsexplored
Penthouse / pop top spring binding

Just got through dealing with the spring binding on the 70s carpet they used to line the track. That was fun.... top wouldn't budge since the carpet had gotten loose from the track.

I finally got...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-29-2019, 05:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,656
Posted By optionsexplored
I took a look, it doesn't show bending services...

I took a look, it doesn't show bending services or pre bent pieces.

Do you know if they do bending? I will contact them anyway. Thanks.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-28-2019, 09:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,656
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We have all the stuff, just no mandrel bender. We...

We have all the stuff, just no mandrel bender. We will probably not save a bunch but it will be fun and a learning process.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-28-2019, 09:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,656
Posted By optionsexplored
Well, that's complicated... but the van and work...

Well, that's complicated... but the van and work will be done in Portland OR

I'm not opposed to ordering standard bend pieces and shipping them, there isn't anything complex, just some 90s and 30...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-28-2019, 04:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,656
Posted By optionsexplored
Yes, we're wanting to fab it ourselves. Any...

Yes, we're wanting to fab it ourselves.

Any leads on sources for pre-bent mandrel aluminum tubes? That's proving hard to find locally.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-28-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,656
Posted By optionsexplored
Question Aluminum Gauges?

Hi

What is the standard/recommended gauge for aluminum rack pipe or tubing for a the SMB style roof racks?

We are looking to DIY and I can't seem to find much info about that. I do see some for...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-27-2019, 07:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,769
Posted By optionsexplored
I didn't know about those. Thank you!

I didn't know about those. Thank you!
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-27-2019, 07:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,769
Posted By optionsexplored
I have seen a few donor vans that have the (I...

I have seen a few donor vans that have the (I forget the name of the company) professional upfitter conversion and was planning to use something like that as a donor for the parts if I were to do...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-25-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,769
Posted By optionsexplored
I do understand that it's not an appreciating...

I do understand that it's not an appreciating investment although I've been successful with a few unique vehicles. I guess I'm asking whether I'd add or remove value by doing certain things. It seems...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-24-2019, 10:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,769
Posted By optionsexplored
Question Value Question for van & parts

We picked up quite a nice 1996 Dodge SMB last week with 58k miles. 2500 Extended with the 360 engine and penthouse.

(Click here if you want to see pictures...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 06-24-2019, 09:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,028
Posted By optionsexplored
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Forum: Sprinter Chassis 06-21-2019, 12:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,269
Posted By optionsexplored
What style rack - basket? Or is that just implied...

What style rack - basket? Or is that just implied with most that put the racks on SMBs? Because if you don't use a basket then you could just arrange stuff around so the load won't interfere with the...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 06-20-2019, 01:23 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 14,269
Posted By optionsexplored
Sorry, maybe I missed it but I can only find the...

Sorry, maybe I missed it but I can only find the ones for standard van roofs, not for the penthouse/pop top. Can you post a direct link?
Forum: Dealer Advertisements 06-18-2019, 07:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,657
Posted By optionsexplored
You could have it strapped to the roof when you...

You could have it strapped to the roof when you drive too!
Forum: Appliances and Interior 06-18-2019, 07:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,189
Posted By optionsexplored
I am wondering about the power use as well as we...

I am wondering about the power use as well as we just purchased a 96 with the Norcold DE451

The amp draw is listed 4@ 12V meaning on constant running she would deplete nearly 100ah per 24 hour...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 06-17-2019, 02:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 802
Posted By optionsexplored
Question Help with interior cabinet dimensions please?

Hi

We are purchasing a 96 dodge sportsmobile and while it is in transit would like to do some research for options to replace the porta-potti. It is currently located in a compartment on the side...
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