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Forum: Van Body 04-18-2024, 07:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 458
Posted By JWA
None of those begin to address the places where...

None of those begin to address the places where such "body work" causes rust to form ie the raw metal edges that have had their envelopes of electro-coating, factory primer and factory finish. Those...
Forum: Van Body 04-17-2024, 05:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 458
Posted By JWA
Doing this by removing the tank via its...

Doing this by removing the tank via its attachment straps etc has benefits like allowing the tank itself to be inspected and/or cleaned before re-assembly. Yes its a bit more work, added necessary...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-17-2024, 05:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,175
Posted By JWA
Separate each utensil type: forks, spoons, etc...

Separate each utensil type: forks, spoons, etc stack them then wrap with a rubber band to keep them quiet? :)
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 04-14-2024, 05:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 805
Posted By JWA
The corporation Lares would be a product I'd be...

The corporation Lares would be a product I'd be willing to try if I needed or wanted to renew my power assist steering gear: https://www.larescorp.com/about-lares/

HTH
Forum: Van Body 04-11-2024, 05:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 814
Posted By JWA
I was questioning whether more than one door...

I was questioning whether more than one door gasket or seal existed, having owned 4 different E-Series ranging from 1997 to 2005. I've never found any different part numbers or descriptions for...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-10-2024, 07:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By JWA
Yes it would seem the factory procedure has been...

Yes it would seem the factory procedure has been updated since my first WSM from the late 90's. :)

When I did my first heater core a full time mechanic friend advised me how to avoid pulling the...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-08-2024, 08:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By JWA
That video is fairly accurate in how this is...

That video is fairly accurate in how this is done, used a lot of the lessons I've learned over three of the E-Series heater cores. Depending on the year I would renew the Quick Connect fittings...
Forum: Campfire 04-08-2024, 07:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,012
Posted By JWA
I've never used that type jack to do anything...

I've never used that type jack to do anything other than lift straight upwards with the body being inline with any possible movement of the vehicle it was tasked with lifting. In that orientation...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 03-29-2024, 06:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 797
Posted By JWA
Another site to consider is The Seat Shop: ...

Another site to consider is The Seat Shop: https://www.theseatshop.com/ Along with products they have tutorial and instructional videos available too. :d5:
Forum: Van Body 03-25-2024, 07:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,592
Posted By JWA
Very, very true and not trying to be rude or...

Very, very true and not trying to be rude or insulting but most of the information posted so far doesn't do much to clarify WHERE this leak is showing itself inside the cabin and when or if it's...
Forum: Campfire 02-16-2024, 06:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 800
Posted By JWA
I like it---that's a good woman ya got there!!! ...

I like it---that's a good woman ya got there!!! :) :d5: :d5:
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 02-01-2024, 04:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,803
Posted By JWA
Doh---completely my bad for missing that fuel...

Doh---completely my bad for missing that fuel detail---sorry for butting in with my bum hardware misinformation! :o

Can you use Forscan or something similar to enable VSC in your van's PCM?
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 02-01-2024, 07:21 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,803
Posted By JWA
The cruise control for your 2004 will require a...

The cruise control for your 2004 will require a certain factory installed chassis wiring plug and the appropriate year clockwork servo that attaches to the throttle body. It wasn't until 2005 the...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 11-30-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,240
Posted By JWA
Great questions, same as I was about to ask! ...

Great questions, same as I was about to ask! :d5:

According to Mark K on FTE fluid flow through the external cooling circuit won't exceed about 15 PSI, very low flow.

Here's a marked-up...
Forum: Van Body 11-22-2023, 06:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 829
Posted By JWA
This is due DOT restrictions tint levels with...

This is due DOT restrictions tint levels with respect to which glass we're discussing. Anything behind the B-Pillar's pretty much unrestricted, front cabin glass has a limit of >20% or so.

Side...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-10-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 725
Posted By JWA
^^^Link not working! :(

^^^Link not working! :(
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 11-09-2023, 05:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,868
Posted By JWA
I wouldn't trust an exhaust clamp as I don't...

I wouldn't trust an exhaust clamp as I don't believe the metal is not strong enough for such usage.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-02-2023, 06:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 725
Posted By JWA
Being in the auto/truck glass biz I might be able...

Being in the auto/truck glass biz I might be able to help. Post a photo of your existing mirror head and I can provide a solution. You'd be able to find it locally I'm sure.

FWIW I replaced a...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 10-30-2023, 06:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 605
Posted By JWA
Along with that ^^ information the actual weight...

Along with that ^^ information the actual weight of your van in its as loaded or traveling configuration. If you don't already have that it might be a good idea to learn those figures soon.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 10-30-2023, 05:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 685
Posted By JWA
Naturally where the adhesive is muy importante if...

Naturally where the adhesive is muy importante if an operating lower element is important.
Forum: Welcome Mat 10-29-2023, 05:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,536
Posted By JWA
Agreed on adding a location even if its...

Agreed on adding a location even if its approximate.

Keep in mind most forums display photos in an 800 X 600 pixel manner, the width of 800 pixels being shown as we might normally expect them to...
Forum: Van Body 10-22-2023, 08:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 747
Posted By JWA
Once the offending discoloration is removed...

Once the offending discoloration is removed something like Rain-X or similar products can help keeping it off.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 10-22-2023, 08:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 685
Posted By JWA
Being in the auto/truck glass biz this ^^ is a...

Being in the auto/truck glass biz this ^^ is a great idea; nothing ventured, nothing gained. :) I can't think of a time I've not a used tube with enough left to do this sort of job. Speak kindly...
Forum: Welcome Mat 10-22-2023, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 974
Posted By JWA
That right there ^^^ is THE Gospel! :d5: ...

That right there ^^^ is THE Gospel! :d5:

And welcome aboard too! :)
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-20-2023, 07:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,601
Posted By JWA
Re: DC Amp reading under load....... I'd...

Re: DC Amp reading under load.......

I'd suggest looking into "fuse buddy" testing tools offered by Electronic Specialties, Inc: https://www.esitest.com/C/17/FuseBuddy If you have the typical...
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