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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-01-2020, 11:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,054
Posted By maxx
Subscribed. I don't have a solution but my old...

Subscribed. I don't have a solution but my old sportsmobile penthouse top has the same issue.
Forum: Member Classifieds 06-01-2020, 01:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,361
Posted By maxx
What a steal, Wish this would fit my dodge :D

What a steal, Wish this would fit my dodge :D
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 05-31-2020, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,679
Posted By maxx
I recommend these after loosing a couple of my...

I recommend these after loosing a couple of my front bumper on my 4runner. These come with a little clip that prevents the bolt from rattling loose. Maybe u can just buy those clips separately also...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 05-20-2020, 03:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,647
Posted By maxx
nice work making your own, for anyone who just...

nice work making your own, for anyone who just wants a set off the shelf. Yes its kinda pricey for what u get:

https://morrflate.com/product-category/morrflate-multi-tire-air-kits/...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-14-2020, 07:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,401
Posted By maxx
I forgot to post the second video of the...

I forgot to post the second video of the recovery.....
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 05-13-2020, 10:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 737
Posted By maxx
I tried a couple cheap manual burr grinders from...

I tried a couple cheap manual burr grinders from amazon, they are all garbage and the burr wheels broke.

In the end I bought a zassenhaus grinder from the 80s off ebay, the thing is made in "West...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-12-2020, 03:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,401
Posted By maxx
Quick update, the van is currently in the shop. ...

Quick update, the van is currently in the shop.
Sounds like its either a fuel pressure issue or a clogged cat. Can't get this thing go over 4k RPM.
Past the cat the exhaust also gets up to 900F.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-08-2020, 05:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,401
Posted By maxx
Thanks for the info, I have larger tires (32s)...

Thanks for the info, I have larger tires (32s) and was aired down significantty, but yea let me do a Compression test and see how it is performing.

A hemi swap sounds cool, but way out of my...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-07-2020, 09:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,401
Posted By maxx
Actually looks like there are superchargers or...

Actually looks like there are superchargers or turbochargers available for the magnum 5.9 might be an option . ��
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-07-2020, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,401
Posted By maxx
Not enough torque 2wd

I recently got stuck trying to go back up a pretty steep and rocky incline, the v8 5.9 just didn't produce enough torque to spin the 32s on my van. I have a 3.93 axle in the rear with a trutrac LSD....
Forum: Member Classifieds 04-03-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,567
Posted By maxx
Good to see another dodge. and GLWS! I have...

Good to see another dodge. and GLWS!
I have some questions, how did u lift it 4" i have the same van (extended) and trouble finding proper lifts for it.
Also the tire carrier was that stock? or...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 03-29-2020, 10:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,358
Posted By maxx
Just did the flexible solar install with...

Just did the flexible solar install with inspiration from this video
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hROYaqY83v4

They have hold up well so far, a bit of a pain to mount them on a non flat surface,...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-03-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,467
Posted By maxx
at this day and age i would look into just...

at this day and age i would look into just upgrading to lithium.
You can get a 170AH renogy battery (where u actually can use pretty much all of the 170AH compared to two 100Ah house batteries where...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 01-24-2020, 07:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,178
Posted By maxx
I know this is an super old thread, by I have the...

I know this is an super old thread, by I have the same issue on my Dodge. Anyone know where to get a replacement, SMB hasn't responded yet.
Forum: Member Classifieds 01-23-2020, 03:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,365
Posted By maxx
Forgot to update this post, we decided to keep it...

Forgot to update this post, we decided to keep it and modify some things
Forum: Member Classifieds 01-05-2020, 09:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,365
Posted By maxx
1998 Sportsmobile Dodge B3500 EB

1998 Sportsmobile Dodge B3500 Van EB with Penthouse-Top sitting at 80700 miles.

Specs
Outside:
- White Dodge B3500 Van body, V8 5.2L 230hp gas, 4-speed automatic with only 81k miles 2WD
- New...
Forum: Member Classifieds 02-11-2019, 05:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,927
Posted By maxx
If they layout would be different, i.e. bed in...

If they layout would be different, i.e. bed in the back I'd really consider it. We have the similar layout in our old dodge, a bit annoyed with making the bed everyime to be able to walk through....
Forum: Member Classifieds 12-19-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,356
Posted By maxx
Contact SMB West about this one several weeks...

Contact SMB West about this one several weeks back.
I believe its been for sale for 3-6Month. Its lifted 2WD, has no furnace
Tbh i don't think its a bad deal, get an agile conversion and u'll be...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 10-30-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 761
Posted By maxx
this is for sale on the SMB website for 39.5k ...

this is for sale on the SMB website for 39.5k
https://sportsmobile.com/preowned-sportsmobile-west-inc/
Mileage:83,200
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 08-03-2018, 02:59 PM
Replies: 229
Views: 53,143
Posted By maxx
PMd as well, hoping to get one of the last sets :)

PMd as well, hoping to get one of the last sets :)
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-13-2018, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,298
Posted By maxx
Couple of options: 1. Adjust PH springs and...

Couple of options:

1. Adjust PH springs and take 3 links out (search forum for instructions)
2. Cheapest: Buy a cargo bar to push up the first couple of inches, it gets much easier once the real...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-08-2018, 06:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,226
Posted By maxx
Seems a bit pricey. Keep in mind the van will...

Seems a bit pricey. Keep in mind the van will already be pretty heavy from.the conversion.
I just got my 98 dodge 3500 eb weighted and it was 7870lbs with 2 passengers. I considered towing a 3-4k...
Forum: Towing and Toys 06-19-2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By maxx
I was planning on weighing the van this week....

I was planning on weighing the van this week. Afaik truck scales don't weight by axel though, where does one go for that?

Agreed regarding the dry-weights, GVWR of the trailer is a safer weight to...
Forum: Towing and Toys 06-19-2018, 12:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By maxx
Awesome, thanks for the replies! yea...

Awesome, thanks for the replies!

yea standard tires right now, good to know regarding the ratio :l2:

We were looking at the Airstream Flying Cloud 23FB, i believe its without the tongue. But...
Forum: Towing and Toys 06-19-2018, 12:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By maxx
Towing with a Dodge 3500 EB

Hi Guys,

Hope to get some insights from you guys on towing with a 1998 Dodge 3500 - 5.9l (360 magnum v8) and 3.90 gear ratio.
The original sportsmobile manual shows
GCWR 13000 UVW 6900 GVWR...
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