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Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-12-2019, 02:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,017
Posted By JoeyNick
Thanks for that info! I do not have that...

Thanks for that info!

I do not have that sticker on my 2005 Ford, there was just some scribbling that said 45, which is why I called SMB and they specifically said ounces. I'm guessing there...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-12-2019, 02:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,017
Posted By JoeyNick
Yes, I went through this a few years ago. I had...

Yes, I went through this a few years ago. I had to replace the Parker Solenoid Valve (under hood) and the orifice tube was a bit gummed up.

I've also replaced the Starcool A/C fan underneath the...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 05-12-2019, 02:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,017
Posted By JoeyNick
Are you sure about the capacity being 4.5 lbs? ...

Are you sure about the capacity being 4.5 lbs? My 2005 Starcool uses 45 OUNCES. I even called SMB Texas to confirm as I've had trouble with my system, too.

-Joey
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 07-17-2018, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,468
Posted By JoeyNick
My blackout curtains connect with snaps and they...

My blackout curtains connect with snaps and they are made from the same material as the rest of the interior of my van.

They are very easy to make and the snaps I used are the type with a screw...
Forum: Campfire 06-17-2018, 09:54 PM
Replies: 978
Views: 231,018
Posted By JoeyNick
Elkhart, IN sighting

Spotted a mid 2,000's silver 2WD Penthouse, with Texas plates, at Hampton Inn in Elkhart, Indiana. Nice, clean rig.
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 01-08-2017, 11:45 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 26,421
Posted By JoeyNick
At 490 amps total, you'll be in terrific shape! ...

At 490 amps total, you'll be in terrific shape! I misunderstood when you said you'd have 240 amps, I was thinking that was your total output.

I look forward to seeing your build. Over the years,...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 01-07-2017, 12:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,683
Posted By JoeyNick
I did the 270 amp alternator upgrade, too. ...

I did the 270 amp alternator upgrade, too.

Added 2/0 wire from the alternator to the battery, ground and fuse block. Fuse block upgraded, too.

While I was in there with half the front end...
Forum: Towing and Toys 01-06-2017, 11:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,710
Posted By JoeyNick
How heavy is your trailer? It's a triple axle so...

How heavy is your trailer? It's a triple axle so there must be A LOT of weight in there. You might be going way over the van factory tow rating and I think the max is about 10,000 lbs with the...
Forum: Van Body 01-06-2017, 10:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,597
Posted By JoeyNick
1989 E150 low top conversion van, regular...

1989 E150 low top conversion van, regular wheelbase. Drove beautifully but I practically had to crawl around to move in the rear.

1994 E350 high top conversion van, regular wheelbase with 460...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 01-06-2017, 10:04 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 26,421
Posted By JoeyNick
Does the battery system get 150 amps at idle or...

Does the battery system get 150 amps at idle or is it that the alternator puts out 150 amps at idle? There is a difference. Just running the van takes up a lot more power than you would expect.
...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-06-2017, 09:17 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 23,458
Posted By JoeyNick
I've had my SMB broken into 3 times. The...

I've had my SMB broken into 3 times.

The first time they smashed the passenger window while parked across the street from my home around 6 or 7 AM. The glass break / motion sensor on my Viper...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-18-2016, 11:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,208
Posted By JoeyNick
Good spot. That's where I put mine back in 2009....

Good spot. That's where I put mine back in 2009. Writeup:
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/f19/extra-12-volt-outlet-2236.html

https://www.joeynick.net/photos/465561636_2Wr8M-M.jpg
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-18-2016, 08:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,706
Posted By JoeyNick
You're welcome! The USB port looks pretty...

You're welcome!

The USB port looks pretty cool. Any idea what the current draw is when not in use?

Do you have any pictures of your completed install?

-Joey
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 03-18-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,563
Posted By JoeyNick
My van is 8' 06" and I get by on the Northern...

My van is 8' 06" and I get by on the Northern State and Southern State just fine, even in the right lane. The only one that scares me is going from the Cross Island southbound onto the Southern...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-18-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,690
Posted By JoeyNick
The "shrink" just happened to my cabinets after...

The "shrink" just happened to my cabinets after 10 years. Odd. And it happened this winter to virtually all my cabinets.

What type of glue did you use? Did you glue the entire track or just the...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 01-14-2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,706
Posted By JoeyNick
I don't have any with the whole dash off but I...

I don't have any with the whole dash off but I did a write up many years ago when I installed an additional 12V outlet. Maybe one of these pictures will get you the info you need?
...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 01-14-2016, 04:49 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,563
Posted By JoeyNick
Little Neck? Wow, we were practically neighbors!...

Little Neck? Wow, we were practically neighbors! I was in Bellerose for a long time (grew up in Queens) but moved a bit further north about 5 years ago.

I used to take my SMB into Manhattan and...
Forum: Campfire 01-14-2016, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,558
Posted By JoeyNick
I've been using the SCT Livewire since the van...

I've been using the SCT Livewire since the van was about a year old and 25,000 miles on the odometer. I give it partial credit for my van not having any of the infamous 6.0 Diesel problems and I'm...
Forum: Campfire 01-13-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 978
Views: 231,018
Posted By JoeyNick
Not my SMB but those "shark teeth" are Airtabs. ...

Not my SMB but those "shark teeth" are Airtabs. I've seen them used on tractor trailers.

Airtab | Aerodynamic Fuel Savers | Welcome (https://www.airtab.com/)

According to their website:
...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-17-2015, 10:14 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,505
Posted By JoeyNick
Re: Power Brake Vacuum Assist Failure on Diesel Vehicles

My vacuum pump went out at the 6 year / 101,000 mile mark. No warning, no noises. One second the brakes were fine, the next second it was like stomping on rocks. I'm glad I was only going about 15...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-17-2015, 08:17 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,980
Posted By JoeyNick
Re: Change in Administration

Jage - Thank you for starting this forum and bringing it from the stone age of a Yahoo Group to a modern forum filled with features. You've helped our community grow immensely and as far as I'm...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 06-17-2015, 04:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 15,598
Posted By JoeyNick
Re: Rebuilding the Day/Night shades with Wire

My side door day/night shade gave up the ghost late last year and I finally got around to fixing it about two months ago using the 50# fishing line. As mentioned, it's pretty easy to do.

For the...
Forum: Campfire 02-25-2015, 09:01 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,191
Posted By JoeyNick
Re: What do you do for work/living?

You just missed me! I did some work in San Diego and just outside Los Angeles in January 2015.
Next time... :b5:
Forum: Campfire 02-17-2015, 10:08 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 15,191
Posted By JoeyNick
Re: What do you do for work/living?

I'm a retired Police Detective from a very large department in the North East. I spent 3/4 of my career in the Fugitive Enforcement Division AKA Warrant Squad.

Now, I wear many hats:

As a...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 02-17-2015, 08:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,731
Posted By JoeyNick
Re: Heated Wipers/Washer Solution?

Have you seen the HotShot?

https://www.windshieldwiperheaters.com/
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