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Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-27-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,516
Posted By LenS
Based on what I have herd so far about Aluminess...

Based on what I have herd so far about Aluminess design changes I will add a safety strap (black with black buckle) around my Auminess storage box as a backup to their latch.
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-27-2023, 02:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,516
Posted By LenS
That is interesting. My plan is if I have issues...

That is interesting. My plan is if I have issues with the new hinges to replace them with a piano hinge. Anyone have any idea when they switched designs?



I agree nylon 66 is normally a...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-27-2023, 10:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,516
Posted By LenS
FYI: The latch is manufactured by "Industrilas"...

FYI: The latch is manufactured by "Industrilas" in Sweden. I think the hinges also come from that company based on common design features. That company lists 30% glass filled nylon 66 as the...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-27-2023, 09:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,516
Posted By LenS
picture added to original post

picture added to original post
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 03-27-2023, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,516
Posted By LenS
Aluminess cargo box hinge/latch long term durability

I have always herd positive comments about Aluminess products and I know guys and gals on this site use them a lot. I just installed a deluxe (ie: big) cargo box on my Green TARDIS replacement RV. ...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-10-2022, 09:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,167
Posted By LenS
It's been good to know-ya

Well I listed the Green TARDIS on RV Trader two days ago and today it was sold. It has been a great 22 years with the TARDIS and I have many times found this site very helpful. Our new RV is a...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-03-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 571
Posted By LenS
Norcold DC558 Danfoss Compressor Refrig.

Has anyone done any actual power consumption measurements for this refrig? Would really like to see some actual numbers.
Forum: Show & Tell 09-22-2021, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,525
Posted By LenS
2022 Toyota Tundra....my son's interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlBYHwawJ48
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 09-21-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,600
Posted By LenS
A 100AH battery gets its rating from a 20 amp...

A 100AH battery gets its rating from a 20 amp draw. If your RV's actual draw is more like 5 amps your battery rating is maybe 120Ah at 5 amp draw (numbers off top of my head....data sheets would...
Forum: Vendor Specials 09-20-2021, 07:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,195
Posted By LenS
We just installed two 206Ah SOK batteries for...

We just installed two 206Ah SOK batteries for $1029 each. They are working as advertised.
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-18-2021, 01:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,879
Posted By LenS
Selling our toy in ~ November/December

The Sportsmobile top on the Green TARDIS has been the best addition we ever made. But it is now time to move on. The TARDIS is 21 years old this year and we are 77+, and we just ordered a Pleasure...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-09-2021, 01:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,229
Posted By LenS
Made it myself. https://youtu.be/fF3i6sqsrf4 ...

Made it myself. https://youtu.be/fF3i6sqsrf4 (https://youtu.be/fF3i6sqsrf4)
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 06-09-2021, 01:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,263
Posted By LenS
Replacing my wet cell batteries for lithium

The Green TARDIS is now 21 years old. I want to replace it with a commercially built RV but the one we want has A 1.5-2 YEAR back order!! So we keep our B for two more years. I am in the process...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-09-2021, 01:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,229
Posted By LenS
Ladder mounts

I chose to go without any mounts. Thought it would be simpler. The top as show in the below pics is a hook design that I covered with sections of bike inner tubes. The ladder was built with about...
Forum: Campfire 02-06-2021, 03:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,561
Posted By LenS
Not familiar the sites being talked about, but...

Not familiar the sites being talked about, but this whole year of coronavirus has been crazy. We have had nice secluded state forest campground we have stayed at for decades. Very quit and fairly...
Forum: Show & Tell 01-14-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,650
Posted By LenS
Finally did a complete update on my rig!

https://youtu.be/L3CpLJjBLNI :l2::l2::l2:
(https://youtu.be/L3CpLJjBLNI)
Forum: 4x4 11-10-2020, 09:56 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,152
Posted By LenS
Forest Green !!!!

Forest Green !!!!
Forum: Show & Tell 11-09-2020, 05:24 PM
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Views: 289,153
Posted By LenS
Nothing better than camping at or near Lake...

Nothing better than camping at or near Lake Superior in the winter, summer or fall. Looking forward to winter again.
Forum: Member Classifieds 11-07-2020, 07:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,661
Posted By LenS
That is my thought since there is no p/n stamped...

That is my thought since there is no p/n stamped or marked on the swivel. But that is fine. We have a screen side door on the van and the door post restricts the travel and reclining of the...
Forum: Member Classifieds 11-06-2020, 05:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,661
Posted By LenS
Received the swivel base today, 5 days after I...

Received the swivel base today, 5 days after I ordered. Minor issue I had to drill out the 4 seat mounting bolt holes from 7/16" to 1/2" and the seat assembly came together fine.



It is odd...
Forum: Member Classifieds 10-16-2020, 01:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,661
Posted By LenS
@unimat Looks like the swivel base shifts...

@unimat

Looks like the swivel base shifts the seat 2" towards the driver and when rotated shifts it 3.5" towards the driver?? I am ASSUMING that is so the passenger door can remain closed and...
Forum: Member Classifieds 10-15-2020, 07:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,661
Posted By LenS
@unimat you did a great job. Put a lot of...

@unimat you did a great job. Put a lot of thought into it. I also own a Chev but a 2000. What was your swivel seat mechanism source? Does not appear to add any significant height to the seat. ...
Forum: Show & Tell 10-15-2020, 04:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 867
Posted By LenS
8 Days Exploring Michigan's Upper Peninsula's Fall Colors

During this coronavirus adventure a great advantage of having a self contained RV like my van is being able to go on great trips while having little contact with other people. No need for public...
Forum: Van Body 10-05-2020, 08:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,727
Posted By LenS
I'd use a $1 bungee cord or go to hardware store,...

I'd use a $1 bungee cord or go to hardware store, by a few feet and make my own dedicated one for door.
Forum: Show & Tell 10-05-2020, 08:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,016
Posted By LenS
Storm Windows for a northern trip

Just finished a set of storm windows for our side door for a trip up north to Michigan's U.P. Used Plexiglas cut to fit very snug. Put Gorilla Tape tabs on each so I can remove them as needed.

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