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Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-29-2024, 12:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,324
Posted By maptester
Have you tried NAPA:...

Have you tried NAPA: https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/BAT9865
Forum: Van Body 12-03-2023, 09:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,124
Posted By maptester
I guess we should assume that the blower/fan is...

I guess we should assume that the blower/fan is working correctly in all settings and from Lo to High speed fan settings.
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 11-24-2023, 10:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 666
Posted By maptester
I recently had a similar problem on my 2003 E350....

I recently had a similar problem on my 2003 E350. The front turn light was not on and the blinker flashed rapidly. Digging into the light I found the wiring harness had become disconnected--one of...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 06-01-2023, 09:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,333
Posted By maptester
I bought a kit with a wide assortment of clips...

I bought a kit with a wide assortment of clips and retainers a few years ago and it still comes in handy. If you can't find an exact replacement you usually can find one that will work. It is...
Forum: Sportsmobile Showcase 01-26-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,159
Posted By maptester
Moby :: 2003 Ford E-350 Super Dutyt

Moby :: 2003 Ford E-350 Super Dutyt (2023-01-26 22:23:22)
Forum: Member Classifieds 04-04-2022, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 996
Posted By maptester
Do you have just the hinge and flat bolt that...

Do you have just the hinge and flat bolt that goes through the glass? I need just one hinge.

I have this:
43490

I need a hinge to fit this:
43491
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 12-15-2021, 09:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,100
Posted By maptester
I installed a CDH off Ebay. Watched the video...

I installed a CDH off Ebay. Watched the video series (from John McK 47) before buying so I got the standard controller I wanted. I replaced the power wiring with a much heavier gauge, have not had...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 11-12-2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,816
Posted By maptester
I had a leak behind the gas pedal in the firewall...

I had a leak behind the gas pedal in the firewall seam. Sealed it inside and out with Eternabond and sealing coating paint--many coats. The leak had completed soaked the padding under the floor...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-01-2021, 09:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,907
Posted By maptester
I would suggest you fill the gas tank with...

I would suggest you fill the gas tank with non-ethanol gas plus a fuel stabilizer. Fill the tank with as much fuel as you can--you want to decrease the air space to retard condensation in the tank. ...
Forum: Campfire 06-26-2021, 08:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,131
Posted By maptester
Just returned from a long road trip, Astoria OR...

Just returned from a long road trip, Astoria OR to Atlanta GA. We left the Black Hills of SD on Wednesday (June 23) and in mid-South Dakota is was 104°F for awhile. Southern Idaho was hot last...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 04-29-2021, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,756
Posted By maptester
I kept some of the plastic trim, mostly around...

I kept some of the plastic trim, mostly around the side windows. I did use some insulation--Reflectix applied to the back of the trim with spray glue. Since Reflectix needs an air gap to properly...
Forum: Hobbyist Vendor Products 03-04-2021, 10:52 AM
Replies: 668
Views: 176,876
Posted By maptester
I would like one driver's side. Shipping to...

I would like one driver's side. Shipping to 30033. Thanks!
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 03-04-2021, 10:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,598
Posted By maptester
Since you are going to Astoria, I would suggest a...

Since you are going to Astoria, I would suggest a slight side trip in the area: the southern jetty of the Columbia River. There is a short observation tower...
Forum: Van Body 09-21-2020, 01:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,987
Posted By maptester
I used a small can from a hardware...

I used a small can from a hardware store--something similar to Flex-seal (as seen on tv). I did find the leak area on the outside and also covered it with Eternabond and sealant, many, many coats. ...
Forum: Van Body 09-20-2020, 05:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,987
Posted By maptester
I had a similar unknown source leak that soaked...

I had a similar unknown source leak that soaked the pad in the front. Finally found the leak from a body join in the firewall directly behind the gas pedal. I removed everything I could and applied...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 04-02-2020, 12:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,204
Posted By maptester
I made a handle from a piece of stainless steel...

I made a handle from a piece of stainless steel pipe and bolted it to the door--I was able to get inside the door to attach the nuts. Helps when getting in and closing the door once you are inside....
Forum: Appliances and Interior 02-27-2020, 11:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 912
Posted By maptester
I have an IndelB fridge (from Truckfridge) and...

I have an IndelB fridge (from Truckfridge) and have been pleased with it. Have you seen their website with 12v/24v air conditioner products?
...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-03-2019, 12:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,517
Posted By maptester
I used 3M Marine Adhesive Sealant 5200 to glue my...

I used 3M Marine Adhesive Sealant 5200 to glue my mounts to my fiberglass hightop. It has a long cure time but that was not a problem for me. I didn't want to drill any mounting holes in my...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 02-10-2019, 12:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,773
Posted By maptester
I used 1/2" birch for the shelves, 3/4" for the...

I used 1/2" birch for the shelves, 3/4" for the upright supports, and 1/4" for the backs with every joint glued and screwed. I never weighted my kitchen cabinet but it seemed light enough.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 02-08-2019, 05:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,773
Posted By maptester
I would suggest using a paint roller (perhaps a...

I would suggest using a paint roller (perhaps a shorter foam roller) to apply the contact cement to the skin and the foam--and make sure the cement doesn't react & eat the foam. You want the best...
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 01-01-2019, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,403
Posted By maptester
I have my fridge setup the way you are thinking...

I have my fridge setup the way you are thinking about. I built the kitchen cabinet after I bought the fridge (a TruckFridge TB51) so I could make sure the fridge would fit. I used 2 drawer slides...
Forum: 4x4 11-22-2018, 11:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,104
Posted By maptester
2003 E350 Super Duty Extended home-built/DIY...

2003 E350 Super Duty Extended home-built/DIY high-top.
Front: 3480
Rear: 4900
8,380 lbs total, traveling weight with 2 people, food, water, porta-potty.
Forum: Show & Tell 11-11-2018, 07:54 PM
Replies: 894
Views: 289,520
Posted By maptester
Moby, our 2003 E350 DIY campervan at Buffalo Gap...

Moby, our 2003 E350 DIY campervan at Buffalo Gap National Grasslands and Devils Tower. It was too windy at the grasslands to do much outside and we only spent one night at Devils Tower.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-11-2018, 07:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,111
Posted By maptester
I hired a local company that sells and services...

I hired a local company that sells and services handicap vans. The lift was big and heavy and I really didn't want to deal with it (I called around and no one was interested in it, even for free). ...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-11-2018, 03:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,111
Posted By maptester
About a year ago I bought a 2003 Ford E350...

About a year ago I bought a 2003 Ford E350 hightop van with a wheelchair lift and converted into a camper for my wife and I. Here is a link to a public FB album I made about the conversion. We just...
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