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Old 09-05-2023, 08:58 PM   #1
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30k Mile V10 UJOR Build

The story of this van started a couple years ago when my good friend @jimmyrig made me an offer I couldn’t refuse - my 7k mile oddball V10 EB high top for his van, a 30k mile v10 cargo E350 plus interior build and penthouse top.

I’m not very active on the site, but I’ve owned 5 different Sportsmobiles since my first in 2019, each progressively nicer than the last. Over the years of ownership I noted the pros and cons of SMB’s design, and had a really good idea of what I would do to create the perfect van.

Thinking ‘what a great opportunity to build my dream van,’ I accepted Jim’s offer and got the process underway. In my time living in Colorado I became friends with Justin - the owner of Ujoint Colorado, so my choice on which conversion to opt for was an easy one
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Old 09-05-2023, 09:06 PM   #2
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First order of business was getting it to Justin for 4x4 while we waited for Jim’s build schedule to clear up.
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Old 09-05-2023, 09:18 PM   #3
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UJOR underway
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Old 09-05-2023, 09:38 PM   #4
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As far as the Ujoint build goes, I opted for the following:

- 37” BFG KO2
- Method Wheels
- Stage 2 front axle
- 4.88 gears (crazy torque..)
- OX mechanical locker
- Fox reservoir front shocks, single rear Fox shocks
- Alcan springs custom spec’d
- Bushwhacker flares
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Old 09-05-2023, 09:46 PM   #5
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After Ujoint it was time to get the van to Jim in Prescott for the interior build. Decided to take the fun route over Tincup and Imogene
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Old 09-05-2023, 09:53 PM   #6
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Getting stuff done before the interior build begins
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Old 09-06-2023, 03:46 AM   #7
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Nice, looks great. I assume all went well during the maiden voyage.
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Old 09-06-2023, 08:11 AM   #8
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It's my understanding that if photos are smaller size - less than 1000 x 1000 - they will post correctly !? Try downsizing the images in PhotoShop ?
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Old 09-06-2023, 08:27 AM   #9
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Best formula for posting pictures is:
Before you load them “CROP” them first (1/8” will do it)
Then “SAVE”
Now you can load them and they will post in correct orientation.
***if you’re so inclined, you have 24hrs to ‘Edit’ your post ( including pics).
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Plus, when using a phone, just simply turn it horizontal with the camera lense on the left.
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