Forum: Member Classifieds
06-22-2015, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,918
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Forum: Member Classifieds
06-14-2015, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,918
2006 6.0L For Sale. GTRV allowed on the SMB site?
For Sale: 2006 Ford E350 XLT w/ 6.0L Diesel and Clydesdale 4X4 Conversion
Location: North Okanagan/Shuswap, British Columbia, Canada
Due to the kids getting older and some lifestyle changes the...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
06-14-2015, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,068
Re: Air Conditioning Issue
Hmmm....good points. The Espar is back there too. I wonder if it might have caused the issue. I will look into it.
Thanks guys.
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
06-13-2015, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,068
Air Conditioning Issue
A/C recently quit working...bud hadn't yet had a chance to get it in for diagnosis but then, yesterday, I took the van out for a quick trip. A/C was off but I had the blower on high with the vent...
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Forum: Towing and Toys
01-05-2013, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,710
Re: The ultimate Sportsmobile trailer
Forgot to mention... added 185W solar panel and use two 6V batteries. The unit comes with a pre-wired generator cabinet but the optional generator is close to $2K. When I add the generator I'll get a...
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Forum: Towing and Toys
01-05-2013, 07:43 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,710
Re: The ultimate Sportsmobile trailer
Yep, I agree with carringb... Nash or Arctic Fox. I've done a LOT of research and they seemed to be made the best and have the best customer ratings not to mention a loyal customer following. They...
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Forum: Show & Tell
12-14-2011, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,203
Re: GTRV problems with the Big Baby
As with vwteleman I'm shocked to see the poor quality of work. I too had mine done in Richmond by Roy. I saw plenty of examples of his work before and after I had mine done and I witnessed nothing...
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
12-14-2011, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,089
Re: GTRV ?
I have a GTRV. Love it. The guy who does the work out of Richmond B.C. is Roy. He does top notch work and is very customer focussed. Mine was a custom and Roy matched my vision perfectly. I have...
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
08-18-2011, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,238
Re: September Trip to Vancouver Island
Oh yea activities....
-Mountain biking in Cumberland
-Sea kayaking just about anywhere but Quadra Island (short ferry ride from Campbell River) is amazing
-Lots of fly fishing
-Lots of salmon...
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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports
08-18-2011, 08:46 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,238
Re: September Trip to Vancouver Island
So many amazing opportunities where do I start? Here are some suggestions:
Off the beaten path....
-Sooke-Port Renfrew-Cowichan Lake-Duncan loop.
-North of Campbell River as far north as Port...
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Forum: Campfire
07-25-2011, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
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Forum: 4x4
10-03-2010, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 10,034
Re: 4x4 Conversion
Rick,
I have a 2006 6.0L diesel that had the an IFS conversion done by Clydesdale. If I could do it over again I would go with a solid axle.
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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain
10-03-2010, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,701
Re: Diesel in freezing temps?
No second pump as far as I know. The folks that I thought were installing it actually sent it to the Kenworth dealer for installation so getting answers has been tough. I'm thinking of going directly...
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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain
09-26-2010, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,701
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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain
09-26-2010, 08:35 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,701
Re: Diesel in freezing temps?
Just reread the thread and I'm not sure I addressed your question directly.
I wouldn't worry about starting below freezing occasionally. Just don't do it on a regular basis as it's hard on your...
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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain
09-26-2010, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,701
Re: Diesel in freezing temps?
I cheat. For those occasions when I'm away from AC power (winter camping) I've had an Espar Hydronic installed to heat my block. It doesn't work as well as AC power but this may be due to some...
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Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues
09-25-2010, 09:46 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,888
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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain
09-25-2010, 09:06 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,701
Re: Diesel in freezing temps?
Hmmm.... loaded question that I'm sure will generate lots of debate.
I live in Canada and have a lot of experience with block heaters and cold weather starting. I now live on the warm west coast...
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Forum: Campfire
06-26-2010, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
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Forum: Campfire
06-26-2010, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
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Forum: Campfire
06-23-2010, 12:38 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,680
Sighting - Vancouver Island
You (white SMB w baja boxes and mountain bikes on back) were heading south on highway 19 right around Courtenay. I was heading north (grey GTRV) waving like a mad man! We don't see too many SMB's...
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
06-23-2010, 12:29 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 13,892
Re: Pleasureway Traverse
My bad :c5:
When I was considering one of them they were all E250's with 5.4L. Can't say I like them as much as an E150. I've had an E150 at it didn't take long to overload it with 2 adults, 2...
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Forum: General Sportsmobile
06-21-2010, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 13,892
Re: Pleasureway Traverse
The Traverse is made in Saskatoon, Canada and is basically a copy of the GTRV Westy. It's actually built on a E250 chassis with the 5.4L engine. In Canada they're usually priced new at about $60K....
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Forum: 4x4
06-21-2010, 09:32 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,282
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Forum: 4x4
06-21-2010, 09:31 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,282
Re: Any owners near Edmonton, Alberta?
Shane,
You might try checking out a Pleasure Way Traverse. They're made in Saskatoon and there should be a few kicking around RV dealers in Edmonton.The tops are not exactly the same but you'll...
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