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Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-19-2024, 07:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,371
Posted By cthayn
I have the same dislike for rattling silverware,...

I have the same dislike for rattling silverware, so I 3D printed a holder that fits snuggly in the drawer. Each slot has a couple of pinch points that capture the utensil for rattle-free traveling....
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 04-19-2024, 06:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 270
Posted By cthayn
We had the same issues with the stock CCV...

We had the same issues with the stock CCV mattress pads. I added a slat/spring bed base from IKEA. You can see pictures in my build thread.
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 01-20-2024, 04:00 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 66,092
Posted By cthayn
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/1...

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/11452-albums1381-picture48601.jpeg

3 Year Campervan Review

It has been over 3 years since my last post on this build. I thought I would give...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 12-09-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,053
Posted By cthayn
Here are a few pics of a 2012 EB. Hope they...

Here are a few pics of a 2012 EB.

Hope they help.

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Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-01-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,908
Posted By cthayn
We are not going on an overland adventure. We...

We are not going on an overland adventure. We will be serving as humanitarian missionaries in South America, mostly in Argentina. We will be working on projects such as clean water, sanitation,...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-01-2021, 12:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,908
Posted By cthayn
Yes, it is a Colorado Campervan. It has been...

Yes, it is a Colorado Campervan. It has been great. We have loved it.

Three years ago the company was a little difficult to work with, but their product is good. Hopefully they have improved...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 10-28-2021, 10:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,908
Posted By cthayn
Hey Greg, Thanks for the advice. And thanks...

Hey Greg,

Thanks for the advice. And thanks for the info from Battleborn. I was planning to email them for input, but you beat me to it.

Thanks again.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 10-28-2021, 07:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,908
Posted By cthayn
Thanks for the idea of using a timer, rather than...

Thanks for the idea of using a timer, rather than a battery tender.

Any idea of how to determine the max current. I have a Xantrax Freedom XC2000. The specs claim up to 80 amp output at 12...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 10-27-2021, 08:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,908
Posted By cthayn
Campervan Storage Advice

This forum has been great for help as I built my campervan and even though I don't post much, I have learned a lot from all of you.

My wife and I are starting a new adventure that will take us out...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-20-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 752
Posted By cthayn
If the water is dripping below or near the heater...

If the water is dripping below or near the heater exhaust, then it is likely condensation from running the heater. This is normal for these heaters.
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 01-05-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,158
Posted By cthayn
I use the spare tire winch to raise and lower a...

I use the spare tire winch to raise and lower a spare fuel tank to make it easier to get to. I also added a cross bar to ensure I don’t lose anything on a rough road.

It has worked pretty well. We...
Forum: Member Classifieds 12-28-2020, 09:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,683
Posted By cthayn
Here is what I used to attach fabric to the walls...

Here is what I used to attach fabric to the walls on my build. I think this is formulated for this purpose.

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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-12-2020, 04:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,074
Posted By cthayn
Ford E350 Water Tank Question

Here is a link on how I mounted a water tank just aft of the axel on an extended van. The tank mounting starts on post #136.
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Forum: Campfire 11-28-2020, 08:55 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,810
Posted By cthayn
Don’t make a trip to see the (in)famous Utah...

Don’t make a trip to see the (in)famous Utah monolith. Your too late, it was removed by unknown parties.

https://www.abc4.com/news/top-stories/mysterious-utah-monolith-disappears/


Can’t say...
Forum: Campfire 11-24-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,810
Posted By cthayn
Several of the Utah outdoor forums have already...

Several of the Utah outdoor forums have already located the obelisk. You can see the shadow of it on Google Maps.

Apparently it is 1/3 mile off the Lockhart Basin road.
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-22-2020, 02:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By cthayn
Here is a summary of the electrical system: ...

Here is a summary of the electrical system:

> 4 - 100 watt solar panels
> 2 - 100 amp-hour LiFePO4 batteries
> 2000 watt inverter
> 12V 130L fridge
> Webasto Petro Heater
> 2.6 gal HW heater...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-22-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By cthayn
We use the InstaPot several times every trip. ...

We use the InstaPot several times every trip. Since there are only two of us, we use the Mini size, which makes enough for one dinner, with leftovers for another meal.

It is powered off the 200...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-15-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By cthayn
We love our inflatable kayak. Last year we did 3...

We love our inflatable kayak. Last year we did 3 days on the Green River through Labyrinth Canyon, along with several other rivers and lakes. We also used it several places on the Sea of Cortez...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-15-2020, 04:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,052
Posted By cthayn
Our trip was in early May. Day time temp was in...

Our trip was in early May. Day time temp was in the 70’s and nights in the 40’s. It was real pleasant in the evenings, until the sun went behind the hills.
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-15-2020, 04:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By cthayn
The kayak is a Sea Eagle 385FT. It is awesome. ...

The kayak is a Sea Eagle 385FT. It is awesome. We bought it used, it was about 6-7 years old. I expect to get 15+ more years out of it. They are built tough and perform well. Not as fast as a...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-15-2020, 04:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By cthayn
Part 3 The next morning we drove 40 minutes...

Part 3

The next morning we drove 40 minutes up the canyon to Challis, ID. We then headed west on highway 75. This was another beautiful highway following the Salmon River up to Stanley, ID. ...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-15-2020, 03:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By cthayn
Part 2 Our destination for the day was...

Part 2

Our destination for the day was Branbury Campground. For a $5 parking fee, they will let you access the river from their boat ramp.

The plan was to paddle downstream about 1-1/2 miles...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-15-2020, 03:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,271
Posted By cthayn
Southern Idaho Roadtrip

We took another Covid summer trip. We avoided people as we kayaked the Snake River, hiked to hot springs and enjoyed the beauty of southern Idaho.

There will be a lot of pictures.

Our...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-11-2020, 05:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,052
Posted By cthayn
Herb, We planned on going to the museum, but...

Herb,

We planned on going to the museum, but you know, COVID.
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 11-10-2020, 07:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,281
Posted By cthayn
Dan, Here are the answers to your questions....

Dan,

Here are the answers to your questions.


Two-burner induction top? How much does it draw?
- We have a single burner induction top. There are 10 levels of heat, so power usage is...
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