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Forum: Campfire 02-03-2023, 09:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,358
Posted By saline
@ravenworks_vans side gig van builds etc ...

@ravenworks_vans side gig van builds etc

@desert_solitaire14 travels and life
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 01-29-2023, 10:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 625
Posted By saline
I don't know of any shop there but I did install...

I don't know of any shop there but I did install this kit on a 2009 6.0L. It's pretty straight forward and doable in a few hours.
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 01-21-2023, 11:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,120
Posted By saline
Here's a couple photos towards the rear of the...

Here's a couple photos towards the rear of the van with a Fiberine top. I had them leave a section of roof back there for storage. This is the 2nd time I have done this on builds and it's a great...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 12-29-2022, 01:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 817
Posted By saline
A beefy axle that doesn't require spacers.

A beefy axle that doesn't require spacers.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-05-2022, 09:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,206
Posted By saline
There's no 2 speed t case option that I can find....

There's no 2 speed t case option that I can find. That's pretty lame. But at least I won't find these in my favorite campsites. It'll be with all of the Sprinters.
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-17-2022, 10:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,033
Posted By saline
***sold***

***sold***
Forum: Member Classifieds 08-15-2022, 11:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,033
Posted By saline
Price drop to $74,000

Price drop to $74,000
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 08-04-2022, 07:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,429
Posted By saline
A 6 degree drop in ECT (Engine Coolant Temp) so...

A 6 degree drop in ECT (Engine Coolant Temp) so it's not a 600 degree range. Coming up the hill I was getting 226 degrees ECT and it dropped to 220 at its peak.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 08-03-2022, 10:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,429
Posted By saline
That was my experience with the Hayden unit....

That was my experience with the Hayden unit. Enough to go through the pain of removing it and going back to a stock 6.0L clutch.

I did however notice a 6 degree drop in ECT's with my newly added...
Forum: Campfire 07-27-2022, 12:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,393
Posted By saline
I picture my campfire melting holes in this.

I picture my campfire melting holes in this.
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 07-26-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 732
Posted By saline
I've seen this van in person. It's immaculate and...

I've seen this van in person. It's immaculate and a blank slate on the interior.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-24-2022, 06:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,429
Posted By saline
I did the swap on my 2009. I removed it and...

I did the swap on my 2009. I removed it and replaced with the stock 6.0L fan clutch. The 7.3 clutch was engaged way too much, like 75% of the time and there's no in between, either full on or not at...
Forum: Member Classifieds 07-24-2022, 08:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,033
Posted By saline
I decided to keep adding onto the van...even if I...

I decided to keep adding onto the van...even if I told myself I was done. I can't help myself.

I added functional fender vents and fabbed an air scoop to direct more air from the Aluminess bumper...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 07-20-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 854
Posted By saline
Building out the interior would drive me to drink...

Building out the interior would drive me to drink more intensely.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-14-2022, 09:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,458
Posted By saline
If there's no further tripped breakers or noted...

If there's no further tripped breakers or noted blown fuses I'm willing to bet that you battery is toast. 4 years is all I ever got out of my 4D AGM. You didn't mention if you have solar? If so, do...
Forum: Member Classifieds 07-14-2022, 07:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,033
Posted By saline
Thanks! Interest has definitely picked up in...

Thanks!
Interest has definitely picked up in the last ten days or so. I imagine for some people the shakey economy weighs in on expenditures like vans.

Here's a few videos of the van:
...
Forum: Member Classifieds 07-13-2022, 05:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,033
Posted By saline
Price drop to $78,000 obo for this quality build.

Price drop to $78,000 obo for this quality build.
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 07-07-2022, 06:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,968
Posted By saline
I have had success with using Thermozite thermal...

I have had success with using Thermozite thermal acoustic insulation under the front carpet and as a layer in the doghouse. Also, in the warmer months I often open the hood when I arrive at camp. It...
Forum: Welcome Mat 07-06-2022, 09:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,411
Posted By saline
My experience with the 6.0 to 7.3 fan clutch...

My experience with the 6.0 to 7.3 fan clutch wasn't a good one. The fan ran almost all the time and it was on either full or not at all.
When I spoke with one of my diesel tech guys he even warned...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-30-2022, 05:28 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 73,419
Posted By saline
Great looking build so far! Off...

Great looking build so far!

Off topic....what wall mount bike racks are those?
Forum: Member Classifieds 06-21-2022, 10:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,357
Posted By saline
I definitely see other's points on the 50 plan...

I definitely see other's points on the 50 plan and access to storage. However, the 50 plan with a fixed top has a lot of storage in the front and rear bulkheads and sidewalls. For us, only large...
Forum: Van Body 06-20-2022, 12:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By saline
Just keep your distribution in mind when doing...

Just keep your distribution in mind when doing you build the van out.
Keep the water tank between the wheel wells or just forward of them. Offset it to the side of less weight. If you change the...
Forum: Member Classifieds 06-19-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,357
Posted By saline
I have found that the EB50 layout to be very user...

I have found that the EB50 layout to be very user friendly for two people on long or extended trips. It allows you to leave your bed made on the lower level and still be able to move about the van...
Forum: Member Classifieds 06-18-2022, 10:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,033
Posted By saline
Price drop to $82k obo

Price drop to $82k obo
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-16-2022, 07:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,334
Posted By saline
To be honest I'm tempted to keep this newer build...

To be honest I'm tempted to keep this newer build and sell the 03. It's much improved over my last build. But I really like the obnoxiously loud 7.3 and its simplicity so I'll likely keep the older...
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