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Forum: Member Classifieds 08-29-2018, 07:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,137
Posted By EMrider
Sale in progress pending receipt of deposit. ...

Sale in progress pending receipt of deposit. Will advise if transaction is not completed.
Forum: Member Classifieds 08-28-2018, 06:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,137
Posted By EMrider
Pricing something as unique as an SMB is...

Pricing something as unique as an SMB is difficult. I found several comparable vans around my area in the $30-40k price range. There were several others with fully built out interiors in the...
Forum: Member Classifieds 08-27-2018, 08:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,137
Posted By EMrider
For sale: 2006 SMB 4x4. Original owner, extended bed E350

For sale:
2006 SMB E350 4x4 Van

The kids are almost grown and my wife and I are entering a new stage of life that requires more space and comfort for road trips and camping. It is time to sell...
Forum: Sportsmobile Showcase 12-15-2015, 08:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,148
Posted By EMrider
I recently added a 2015 JKUR as my DD and cannot...

I recently added a 2015 JKUR as my DD and cannot believe what a pleasure it is to drive compared with other Jeep's I've owned.

A properly outfitted Jeep would be a great way to travel for 1-2...
Forum: Towing and Toys 11-10-2015, 07:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,790
Posted By EMrider
Re: Got the KTM running this week.....well almost...

IMHO, the 2002 model year was one of KTM's best.

Those motors have proven to be very reliable.

I have an 02 400EXC that still runs strong and will never be sold.

Mine has been collecting...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-27-2015, 08:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,061
Posted By EMrider
Re: Transit with Ecoboost review

I'm usually not fussed about looks, but.....ouch. That thing looks like a big ugly bug.

With some care and of course $$$, I figure that we can get another decade out of our E350.

R
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 07-23-2015, 07:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,442
Posted By EMrider
Re: Overland Solar portable kits?

How do you connect the solar panels and charge controller to the house battery?

I am considering getting one of these setups to replace my portable generator.

Thanks
R
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 07-09-2015, 01:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,813
Posted By EMrider
Re: Maze District - Canyon Lands

Excellent report and pics. Thanks for taking the time to prepare.
R
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 06-15-2015, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,974
Posted By EMrider
Re: 2015 idaho rally international event & my first solo tri

Thanks for the pics and report.

I too had an opportunity to camp solo once. It was a great experience and very relaxing. That remains my one and only solo camping experience of the past 20...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-17-2015, 09:19 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,661
Posted By EMrider
Re: Power Brake Vacuum Assist Failure on Diesel Vehicles

I just replaced the vacuum pump on my van at 115k miles last week.

Never had a problem, but know this can be a failure point and after 10 years and more than 100k figured it was time.

Still...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 01-21-2015, 09:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,737
Posted By EMrider
Re: EOT & ECT - Too Hot?

Those temps are at least 10-15deg hotter than what I have experienced over the past 8-10 years.

I often drive when outside temps push 100deg and very seldom see EOT or ECT of 230, although the...
Forum: Campfire 01-03-2015, 07:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,516
Posted By EMrider
Re: Anza Borrego over New years (Was Mojave)

I dislike taxes as much as anyone, but am a big supporter of user fees. The theory is great. The heaviest users pay the greatest share of the costs.

Having paid for an adventure pass and OHV...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 11-15-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,410
Posted By EMrider
Re: Factory Sprinter 4x4

Scotty, you clearly have a lot of van experience. Mine is limited to only our SMB.

But there is no question that my personal cost/benefit matrix leans heavily in favor of reliability over other...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 11-15-2014, 08:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,410
Posted By EMrider
Re: Factory Sprinter 4x4

Very helpful info, thanks.

It is difficult to find favorable commentary online, or hard data, that supports Sprinter reliability. Even adjusting for web forum bias, much of what I can find echoes...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 11-11-2014, 08:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,460
Posted By EMrider
Re: A Quickie

I am a big fan of short trips like these.

Life does not yet accommodate my desire for longer adventures, so I try and make the most of what time I do have.

Looks like a fun area.

Rob
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 10-13-2014, 07:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,313
Posted By EMrider
Re: Monache Meadows Trip Report

Monache is one of my favorites. Only thing lacking this summer was the fishing due to the low water levels in the Kern.

R
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 09-19-2014, 08:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,405
Posted By EMrider
Re: Social Pool pic

Thanks. That's the way I see it, it's all good.[/quote]

I have an odd fascination with strange and obscure things located in the middle of nowhere. Despite the dirty water, I would probably get a...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 09-18-2014, 06:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,783
Posted By EMrider
Re: Family with 3 little kiddos in Sportsmobile?

When we bought our SMB, the kids were 2, 4 and 7.

9 years and more than 100k miles later, we still hit the road often.

But IMHO, with (growing) kids, you can either have safe/comfortable...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 09-17-2014, 07:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,229
Posted By EMrider
Re: 6.0 problems and all your issues

Don't reach for more power via tunes, etc.....
Use a fuel additive regularly
Drive it hard to minimize carbon buildup

R
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 09-15-2014, 09:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,568
Posted By EMrider
Re: Engine Controllers

Greg, the search for more power certainly seems to be a common denominator in subsequent problems.

Sometimes it appears that the tune owners expect is not what they actually get, and that tunes...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 09-15-2014, 07:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,568
Posted By EMrider
Re: Engine Controllers

I am far from a subject matter expert. But I have read extensively about 6.0psd issues/problems and asked a trusted mechanic for advice. For me, the conclusion is to not tune/chip the motor and...
Forum: 4x4 09-07-2014, 01:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,926
Posted By EMrider
Re: Nitto Longer Term Review- Meh

Are the toyo A/T IIs now available in an E load rating?

A year or so ago, I checked and they were only available in a D rating.

Thanks
Rob
Forum: Appliances and Interior 09-02-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,832
Posted By EMrider
Re: Fridges.. If you had your choice?

We used the standard SMB fridge that comes with the EB-51 setup for 3 years. Worked well, but we were often short of room for stuff we wanted/needed to keep cold.

Re-did the interior to make room...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 08-15-2014, 07:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,148
Posted By EMrider
Re: Bullet proof question (again)

Dave,
I turned 100k in our SMB about two hours ago heading north on 395. Wife, kids, dogs and I had a mini celebration.

I had zylstra do the cold air intake box and I would not do that again. ...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 08-14-2014, 10:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,148
Posted By EMrider
Re: Bullet proof question (again)

Dave,
I turned 100k in our SMB about two hours ago heading north on 395. Wife, kids, dogs and I had a mini celebration.

I had zylstra do the cold air intake box and I would not do that again. ...
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