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Forum: Member Classifieds 11-06-2023, 08:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 746
Posted By bhamBaker
Can't figure out how to edit post... We've...

Can't figure out how to edit post...

We've sold the Suzuki; so that is not part of the package.
Forum: Member Classifieds 10-25-2023, 08:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 746
Posted By bhamBaker
'06 Penthouse 2wd w 4 captains chairs

Looking to sell Marshmellow.

2006 e250 5.4L 2wd penthouse Sportmobile. 95,000miles. Third owner: all three local to Bellingham Wa.

$45,000 w ‘98 Suzuki sidekick tow setup
$40,000 w out. ...
Forum: Member Classifieds 03-17-2023, 12:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,314
Posted By bhamBaker
Sent you a DM...

Sent you a DM...
Forum: Member Classifieds 03-15-2023, 11:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,314
Posted By bhamBaker
Hi, I'm interested in both of these...

Hi,

I'm interested in both of these possibly... I'm up in Bellingham and could make the trip down if they'd meet my needs.

Do you have more pic?
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 01-04-2023, 09:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,341
Posted By bhamBaker
carringB, I'm being preemptive w the...

carringB,

I'm being preemptive w the cooling. I want to comfortably flat tow a 3,000lb Suzuki sidekick and we do a lot of mountain passes in the pacific northwest. We also like to head up forest...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 01-04-2023, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,341
Posted By bhamBaker
Transmission Type from VIN Door Sticker...

Hello All,

Wondering if anyone can help identify which transmission i have in my 2006 e250 SMB Conversion (cargo van original) w a 5.4 in it. I'm away from my van travelling for work and trying...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 01-03-2023, 08:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,691
Posted By bhamBaker
JoeH, Sounds like you did the 40k Tru-cool w...

JoeH,

Sounds like you did the 40k Tru-cool w the thermal by-pass? Any issues / concerns w that by-pass? How long have you had your installed?
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 01-03-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,691
Posted By bhamBaker
Twoxentrix; also curious on what t-stat you ended...

Twoxentrix; also curious on what t-stat you ended up running with... the fan option on the cooler is pretty nice; especially if you've done a auto/off/manual switch w a gauge.

My van is only...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 01-03-2023, 09:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,691
Posted By bhamBaker
Very interesting... if you happen to have a few...

Very interesting... if you happen to have a few pictures of it's mounted location I'm sure it would be well received by the Forum members to see what you've done.

How are you monitoring your...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 01-03-2023, 03:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,691
Posted By bhamBaker
Twoxentrix; Why did you go w the second unit...

Twoxentrix;

Why did you go w the second unit over the first?

Been searching for a upgraded cooler for my '06 5.4gasser transcooler. Have come across a few threads on the Tru-Cool 40k unit. ...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-22-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,250
Posted By bhamBaker
bitman, thanks for the suggestion... hadn't come...

bitman, thanks for the suggestion... hadn't come across The BigBattery brand till you suggested. Price is good for a 228Ah at $1290.

Do you know if they can be mounted in any position? ...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-18-2022, 06:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,250
Posted By bhamBaker
BoyWonder, Nice work! Could you post...

BoyWonder,

Nice work!

Could you post a few links for those interested in learning about building their own batteries?

Perhaps consider posting a thread about your build?
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-18-2022, 11:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,250
Posted By bhamBaker
boywonder, You referenced a home brew...

boywonder,

You referenced a home brew battery... meaning you constructed it yourself? Or is that a brand?
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-17-2022, 01:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,250
Posted By bhamBaker
Thanks for all that info Greg! I'm tending...

Thanks for all that info Greg! I'm tending towards full Victron.

This should be a sticky thread so that interested folks can easily find this info...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-15-2022, 08:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,250
Posted By bhamBaker
Victron, Battleborn, Renogy or ?????

I'm pursuing upgrading my vans system to Lithium; wonder if there's any one particular manufacture above others?

The Renogy system seems the most comprehensive for including all the components in...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 12-08-2022, 09:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,218
Posted By bhamBaker
Reflectix Insulation - suggestions?

Gonna cut some reflectix for the attic bunk for winter camping. Thinking to cut the dimension from the ledge to the roof topper. Make two segments, have them wedge into place. Leave the front...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 12-02-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 758
Posted By bhamBaker
moving van w penthouse up...

Hello,

Wondering what the knowledge is about moving the van w the Penthouse up? Say just in the driveway or into a shop from the driveway? Driving VERY slowly and cautiously.

I often have...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 12-01-2022, 11:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 847
Posted By bhamBaker
Water Line Routing?

Hello,

Wondering if anyone has knowledge of how SM - California typically routed the water lines? Prepping for winter camping... don't want to freeze my lines.

I've got a 2006 penthouse w a...
Forum: Member Classifieds 08-31-2022, 12:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,645
Posted By bhamBaker
You wrote a lot but forgot the most important...

You wrote a lot but forgot the most important part of your ad;

the price
Forum: 4x4 08-02-2022, 08:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,267
Posted By bhamBaker
Climbing/Descending steep grades - 2wd...

Hello,

I've got a base model '06 e250 w the 5.4l and 3.73 gearing and a penthouse seating for four w a rear face to face bench. My family enjoys exploring lots of fire service roads for dry...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 07-22-2022, 12:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,145
Posted By bhamBaker
Awesome to see this was dooable via a 2wd van......

Awesome to see this was dooable via a 2wd van... I'm in Bellingham and have been keen on this. Thanks for the trip report.
Forum: Towing and Toys 07-19-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,801
Posted By bhamBaker
Ya CarringB, that's what I'm talking about... I...

Ya CarringB, that's what I'm talking about... I suspect you're V10 barely notices it's back there. I'm curious to know how my e250 will do. Need to take mine to the scales and see what it weighs. ...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 07-14-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,319
Posted By bhamBaker
I bought the 'Pro' rafter on 1ders advice and...

I bought the 'Pro' rafter on 1ders advice and think it's worth the purchase... especially in the PNW. Had to order it directly from Fiamma in Florida, but it's available.
Forum: Towing and Toys 07-11-2022, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,801
Posted By bhamBaker
86Scotty... on my list is to get my van to the...

86Scotty... on my list is to get my van to the scales and see what it actually weighs w our basic gear. I'm not a fast driver to begin with, grew up w a '77 VW bus, so I'm used to driving slow. ...
Forum: Towing and Toys 07-11-2022, 09:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,801
Posted By bhamBaker
BCam... thanks for all that input. I figured a...

BCam... thanks for all that input. I figured a braking system was going to be part of the deal; but good links for me to research.

Sometimes the KISS principle is relevant: Keep It Simple Stupid.
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