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Forum: General Sportsmobile 04-30-2023, 08:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,402
Posted By rjs73
Unfortunately, no. I’m still looking and still...

Unfortunately, no. I’m still looking and still have a couple nagging issues not yet solved.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-12-2023, 10:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,402
Posted By rjs73
arctictraveller: yep, I totally agree that a...

arctictraveller: yep, I totally agree that a sportsmobile-specific mechanic isn't needed. I should have been clearer in my ask. While most any general mechanic can do a tune-up on a Ford van, I'd...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-06-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,402
Posted By rjs73
Seattle area mechanic recommendations?

Searched the forum for existing posts and only saw one reco for a shop down in Auburn (which I'll reach out to).

Looking for any other mechanic recommendations in the Seattle area for a 2003 Ford...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-06-2022, 09:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,344
Posted By rjs73
While the wires coming from the existing...

While the wires coming from the existing pretensioner weren't helpful given both wires had same coloring, I realized the wiring I picked up from the scrap yard had differentiated wires -- yellow/red...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-06-2022, 08:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,344
Posted By rjs73
Thanks, 1der. Yep. The seatbelt does...

Thanks, 1der.


Yep. The seatbelt does buckle. That's fine. But it's clear it's not the right pretensioner for that year given the different connector types.



Yep. The company that did the...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-05-2022, 02:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,344
Posted By rjs73
Update

I did consider just cutting the connectors and butt joining the wires. I had two concerns: i) not being sure which wire goes to which, ii) there being some circuitry/resistance in the connector that...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-04-2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,344
Posted By rjs73
Updated - mismatch connectors

Continued to dig and found a connector tucked away in the passenger stair step area. It matches the type of connector that's plugged into the pretensioner on the driver's side.

I'm now thinking...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-04-2022, 03:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,344
Posted By rjs73
Airbag Light - Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner

I have a 2003 E350 EB. We are the third owners -- original owner had it converted to 4x4 (Quigley) and interior done by Sportsmobile.

Anyway, we recently had a shop redo the interior, including...
Forum: Member Classifieds 03-13-2022, 11:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 966
Posted By rjs73
https://www.wildernessvans.com/wp-content/uploads/...

https://www.wildernessvans.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Trifold-1300-Black-Seatbelt-Frame-2-100x100.jpg
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Forum: Member Classifieds 03-13-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 966
Posted By rjs73
3-seat Bench/Bed for sale: $2000 [SEATTLE AREA]

Selling a brand new 3-seat bench/bed from Wilderness Vans (Canadian manufacturer) as we decided to change our build layout after purchasing. We briefly installed it in our van before changing our...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 11-05-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,735
Posted By rjs73
Thanks for the input, everyone, and for the link...

Thanks for the input, everyone, and for the link to that other thread. Looking at replacement parts online for carbon/vent canisters, I agree. Glad I checked here.
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-24-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,735
Posted By rjs73
Super. Thank you.

Super. Thank you.
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-24-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,735
Posted By rjs73
What is this?

We recently bought a used Sportsmobile. We're doing some work to it. Found this on the underside, near the rear. Any ideas on what it is for?

My guess is maybe something to do with a...
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-08-2021, 08:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 563
Posted By rjs73
Free: Ford Econoline Side and Rear Fixed Windows

I recently swapped out my van's four fixed windows (two side doors and two rear two doors) with the pop-out windows. Woohoo!

Now I've got the old fixed windows sitting around with no need.

Free...
Forum: Member Classifieds 07-16-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,119
Posted By rjs73
Interested; PM sent.

Interested; PM sent.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 03-18-2021, 09:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,714
Posted By rjs73
Got the email that mine shipped the other day....

Got the email that mine shipped the other day. Looking forward to receiving them. Planning to raptor cost the van before installing though. Will be delayed gratification
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 03-11-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,714
Posted By rjs73
Super! Thanks, all. Already ordered and...

Super! Thanks, all.
Already ordered and excitedly awaiting their arrival.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 02-26-2021, 02:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,714
Posted By rjs73
Super! Thanks for the thread reference.

Super! Thanks for the thread reference.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 02-26-2021, 02:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,714
Posted By rjs73
HID retrofit for Econoline headlights

Have a 2003 Ford E350 that I'm considering swapping out the factory headlights for HID. Anyone done this and have reco on manufacturer? I'm considering buying VantageOptics.
...
Forum: Member Classifieds 12-04-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,328
Posted By rjs73
Sorry for lack of knowledge but does the 170...

Sorry for lack of knowledge but does the 170 reference they only fit the 170 wheelbase Sprinter? I've got a Ford E350 and looking for nerf bars, but guessing these won't fit my ride.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-02-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 986
Posted By rjs73
Thanks, JWA. So very helpful! I'm planning to...

Thanks, JWA. So very helpful!
I'm planning to work on it this weekend, so great timing. I just need to find a few more key components, and perhaps be a bit creative on parts I can't find.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-26-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 986
Posted By rjs73
Super. Thank you!

Super. Thank you!
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-26-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 986
Posted By rjs73
Thank you. Heat works but haven't tried A/C. Will...

Thank you. Heat works but haven't tried A/C. Will give it a go.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-26-2020, 02:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 986
Posted By rjs73
Please help me identify part

Apologies in advance if this posting is on the wrong forum, but I think this is where it belongs. Don't hesitate to direct me to the proper forum, if not.

New (to us) owner of 2003 Ford E350...
Forum: Member Classifieds 11-13-2020, 12:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,481
Posted By rjs73
I can assure you the soon-to-be owners are pumped...

I can assure you the soon-to-be owners are pumped and excited to bring it home on adventure #1.
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