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Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-22-2020, 06:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,497
Posted By JamesO
So far I’m able to fit 800 watts on the...

So far I’m able to fit 800 watts on the alluminess rack. Was planning on going with lithium.
Shooting for a kilo watt if possible.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-22-2020, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,497
Posted By JamesO
Roof is stock. And yes no storage on top. When...

Roof is stock. And yes no storage on top.
When I mean stealth I mean I don’t want people to notice the solar panels. Lots of regular (non camping) vehicles driving around with roof racks.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-21-2020, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,497
Posted By JamesO
Trying to max out solar on e350 eb

I’m trying to get as many watts on top of my e350 eb passenger van as possible, but also trying to keep it as stealth looking as I can.
Due to the stealth factor I’m planning on hiding the panels in...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-29-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,453
Posted By JamesO
Well I decided to just bring it in to les Schwab....

Well I decided to just bring it in to les Schwab. They did it for just under $60.
It’s super tight now and the pedal only goes just past half way, instead of the floor.
Sometimes it’s worth...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-24-2019, 08:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,453
Posted By JamesO
But if you pull the rotor, isn’t it impossible to...

But if you pull the rotor, isn’t it impossible to get the rotor back on once you adjust the parking brake shoes outward?
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-24-2019, 07:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,453
Posted By JamesO
How do I adjust parking brake, 2013 E350

I haven’t been able to find and good info online on how to adjust the parking brake on a e-series van with disc brakes.
So far, I’ve learned that 99+ e-series vans have disc brakes all the way...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-05-2019, 05:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,183
Posted By JamesO
Resurrecting this old thread of mine. I just...

Resurrecting this old thread of mine. I just called my insurance company, State Farm, and they said they can’t “add value” to my policy. The only thing I can do is have an insurance appraiser add...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-05-2019, 05:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,183
Posted By JamesO
What is your insurance company?

What is your insurance company?
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-01-2019, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,684
Posted By JamesO
The boat I’m buying does have a dual axle trailer...

The boat I’m buying does have a dual axle trailer with electric brakes.
I did buy a proportionate brake controller.
I tried it with the brake pedal but the reading seemed to jump all over the...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-01-2019, 09:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,684
Posted By JamesO
How to test brake controller without trailer?

Just installed a brake controller in my E350.
Does anyone have experience testing out a 7-way round plug to make sure everything is working correctly?
I’m planning a long drive to go pick up a boat...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 06-30-2019, 09:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,180
Posted By JamesO
I finally got my wire through the boot that is...

I finally got my wire through the boot that is pictured, the one where all the factory wiring is run through. I used a metal coat hangar and stabbed through the boot. Once through you have to angle...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 06-30-2019, 01:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,180
Posted By JamesO
Firewall pass through 2013 Ford E350

You would think passing one 10 gauge wire from engine compartment, through firewall, into cab would be easy.
It’s not.
Forum: Towing and Toys 06-25-2019, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,342
Posted By JamesO
Due to the storage facility where I have my boat...

Due to the storage facility where I have my boat parking, Im not allowed to store anything over 94” tall. Those trophy’s are real tall boats. I have noticed a few since I’ve started my boat search....
Forum: Towing and Toys 06-25-2019, 01:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,342
Posted By JamesO
Going to get a Cuddy Cabin. Looking at a Bayliner...

Going to get a Cuddy Cabin. Looking at a Bayliner Capri, maxum, blue water... not too picky about make as long as I find a boat in good shape.
I was first wanting an open bow but I realized it will...
Forum: Towing and Toys 06-25-2019, 11:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,342
Posted By JamesO
5.4 l, 4.10, 285/70/17

5.4 l, 4.10, 285/70/17
Forum: Towing and Toys 06-25-2019, 08:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,342
Posted By JamesO
How much does your van weigh? Figuring out towing capacity for a new boat.

I’m going to buy a boat soon and had to figure out how much I’m able to tow within capacity.
My Ford E350 extended wagon has a GCWR (combined weight rating of truck and trailer) of 13,000 lbs.
The...
Forum: 4x4 05-09-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,217
Posted By JamesO
What psi do you run in sand?

Drove down to Pacific City, OR today, first time attempting to take my e350 in sand. The beach access has an immediate uphill.. we aired down to 30 psi and still couldn’t make it up with 4hi on. Had...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 05-09-2019, 08:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,805
Posted By JamesO
I understand that if someone really wants your...

I understand that if someone really wants your stuff they’ll find a way. But all these security measures aren’t meant to be a bulletproof security system, but rather layers upon layers of deterrents...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 05-08-2019, 01:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,805
Posted By JamesO
I’m going with the Havis window screens. They’re...

I’m going with the Havis window screens. They’re not cheap at $1,300 but they seem impenetrable.
And as far as locks, I’m thinking about getting puck locks for rear and side cargo doors.
Also car...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 05-08-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,805
Posted By JamesO
I appreciate the offer. The problem I have with...

I appreciate the offer.
The problem I have with all the pre-made partitions is that it seems like it would be easy to break through with a pry bar.
My van will be sitting out at trailheads and...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 05-08-2019, 09:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,805
Posted By JamesO
E-series partition recommendations.

Hello,
I have a 2013 E350 passenger van and I’m wanting to install a partition.
After a weeks worth of research I’m coming up dry on finding info or other people who recommend good partitions.
My...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 05-03-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,356
Posted By JamesO
They do make them but they’re not heated. And...

They do make them but they’re not heated. And they cost almost $800 for the pair.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 05-02-2019, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,356
Posted By JamesO
Will F250 mirrors work on E350?

I’ve been searching for HEATED tow mirror upgrades on my E350(thanks jtolle777).
The Trail Ridge mirrors look good but don’t seem to come with a heated mirror option. Someone told me the F250 heated...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-28-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,183
Posted By JamesO
Can you get your 4x4 conversion insured?

I picked up a van recently that has a agile 4x4 conversion.
I set up insurance before my 17 hour drive back home but it is insured as if the van is stock, I just wanted to get it over with and be...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-21-2019, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,254
Posted By JamesO
Im buying nation-wide. The kbb for this vehicle...

Im buying nation-wide.
The kbb for this vehicle is $17,500-$21,000.
So hopefully pay no more than $22,000.
But like you said.. a good low mileage van with all the options you want can be hard to...
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