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Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-17-2013, 01:23 PM
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Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

BrianW,

Sorry if my post was aggressive. That wasn't my intent. I guess I owe you a beer.
I do appreciate your taking the time to add more input and I think I have a better understanding of your...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-17-2013, 10:58 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Brian,

I don't quite understand your post.
In your 1st paragraph, you state that if the van was yours you would push for a "buy-back" from SMB and mention lemon laws.
In your 2nd paragraph, you...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-16-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Chumley,

That's the right attitude. Glad to hear you've got some trips planned.
I say go for some short trips before your journey to Canada to see if you can shake out any problems and build up...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-01-2013, 05:18 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Happy Anniversary to Chumley (and Tennessee?)

Sorry to hear you haven't resolved you leak problem.
At this point you've well documented the leak problem.
SMBW is aware of the situation but...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-26-2012, 06:19 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Oh. That "slider". Probably not. Insurance did pay for it but we don't use it that often.
Regards,
Keith[/quote]
good to know. thanks Keith.

thanks BrianW and Broncohauler for the window input...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-26-2012, 12:34 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Chumley,
Thanks for the update on the windows.
Your trip sounds marvelous. nice area of the country to explore.
David's camp out suggestion sounds like a really good idea to me. Something to...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-24-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

thanks for the input Keith.
maybe since your build was an early Sprinter conversion SMBW added the limiters later on after some windows got hit when customers didn't close them enough.
If you had...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-24-2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Chumley,
Thanks for the info on your build.
Not sure why the RB and EB would have different requirements for the window behind the slider.
To me the slider would be identical on both models with...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-24-2012, 10:19 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

thanks for the input Keith.
maybe since your build was an early Sprinter conversion SMBW added the limiters later on after some windows got hit when customers didn't close them enough.
If you had...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-23-2012, 09:38 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

From the pictures they look like awning windows. Would that mean the "other van pic" you posted had slider windows because the the passenger sliding door? I never added a window on the passenger...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-23-2012, 12:03 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Hey Chumley,

Thanks for the updates.
Sounds like you're starting to get to a happy place with your rig.
BTW - the van looks very nice. I've been going over the pics.
I've got a few build...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-13-2012, 03:56 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

I think all of us learned something beneficial from Chumley's experience, including SMBW.
I'm grateful that Chumley shared his thoughts with us in a candid manner.
I wish the Chumleys the best of...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-12-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Keith,

I found a good explanation on an appliance user forum about microwave oven venting.

The issue is that a counter top microwave is not designed to fit into an enclosed space. The air you...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-11-2012, 11:49 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Henry,

Good words to live by. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Don't think I ever checked out your photo gallery before. very nice. you have a great eye for taking pics and you've been to some...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-10-2012, 05:46 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Keith, I'm pretty sure this has nothing to do with luck, sadly.
more like craftsmanship, quality and not being jaded about the process you are doing.
Remember the old saying about American made...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-08-2012, 04:42 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Chumley,

Sounds like you're heading back home.
Glad you are making the best of the trip and having some fun. that's what it's all about.
great pics too. thanks for sharing.
really like that...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-07-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Chumley,

Sorry to hear about your woes. that sucks.
after all you've been through this really ices the cake.

I would think SMB would have pressure tested the water lines beforehand.
If done...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-04-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

glad you finally got closure to this long and arduous build process.
I'm sure SMB West is equally happy to get your rig out of their shop.
now the fun starts. enjoy! :a3:
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-15-2012, 05:16 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

That seems pretty reasonable - about 15 business days. obviously dependent on your design.
the more options the more time required
I wonder how many builds Indiana has going on at one time vs...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-15-2012, 12:56 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Mike,
I went to the RV show in Pomona two years ago and kicked a lot of tires that day.
It's well worth your time and you'll learn a lot. Bring a camera to take pics, measuring tape and paper/pen....
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 08-29-2012, 08:43 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

chumley,

that's quite a story you've got going on.
can't believe they gutted that van. ouch!
SMB should have handed you a big bottle of Prozac on your last visit.
hope the rebuild goes better...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-27-2012, 01:37 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Jim,

as long as you can use a 12V blender to whip up some frosty margies, then you have my seal of approval :a3:
my preference is a cold beer but you never know what the ladies might want :b1:...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-25-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

thanks for the clarifications.
I'm 6-2 so height issues become a problem for me.
I checked out a few SMB's at the factory and at an RV show and found the bath compartment too small for me. sitting...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-25-2012, 12:41 AM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Chapter 5 was good reading. thanks
sounds like things are progressing nicely for you. great news!

curious, your floor plan shows a combo toilet/shower compartment, but you are talking about using...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 04-07-2012, 01:53 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 101,838
Posted By windguy
Re: My SMB Sprinter Van conversion building experience

Jage, thanks for your input and others that chimed in as well with good suggestions.
sorry my question took the thread in another direction but it's all build related.
everyone's use and needs are...
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