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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 05-31-2021, 07:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,840
Posted By jjtwister
Bob Marshall Wilderness

Thanks for the info...I always carry bear spray plus a Ruger 357 mag that I hope I never to use. Also have a great bear bag that I store food in and hang from a tree. So, I do observe all safety...
Forum: Van Body 05-31-2021, 07:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,063
Posted By jjtwister
E-250 tire pressure

I am about ready to head to Montana from my home in Vermont.

My van weighs in at about 8,000 lbs fully loaded. I have TOYO A/T II OPEN COUNTRY 16" TIRES. The van is NOT 4WD.

What would be the...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 05-31-2021, 06:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,840
Posted By jjtwister
Glacier np

I am heading out to Montana for July and August. After reading the news about Glacier and how crowded it will be this summer I decided NOT to go there.

Instead I am going to the Bob Marshall...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 11-08-2018, 03:15 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,547
Posted By jjtwister
Great idea Good luck

Great idea
Good luck
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 11-08-2018, 10:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,547
Posted By jjtwister
I decided NOT to spend a lot of pesos on window...

I decided NOT to spend a lot of pesos on window shades/curtains so I just bought some reflectix cut it just a wee bit larger than the windows and stick it in at night. Cheap cheap cheap. I store the...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-28-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,811
Posted By jjtwister
Hey: I'm located in Vermont and have a Ford...

Hey:

I'm located in Vermont and have a Ford E-250 "homebuild"....actually I had a master carpenter do my interior and could not be happier. Here is the info to contact.
Phil Fortin, 111 Cedarwood...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 09-06-2018, 11:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,056
Posted By jjtwister
Hey out there in Spotsmobile land. I’m from...

Hey out there in Spotsmobile land. I’m from Vermont and there does not appear to be many members from this area. Looking to meet up with people from New England in general. Anything going on as far...
Forum: Welcome Mat 09-06-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,014
Posted By jjtwister
Hey there Trekgurl: Welcome to the forum. I...

Hey there Trekgurl:
Welcome to the forum. I have a 2011 E-250 home build. I am going to post some pictures of the interior with comments that might give you some ideas. Check them out when I post...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 09-04-2018, 04:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,997
Posted By jjtwister
John: Check out BUCKSTOP @ 2734 High Desert Dr,...

John:
Check out BUCKSTOP @ 2734 High Desert Dr, Prineville, OR 97754

I have one of their front bumpers on my E-250 and love it.
jjtwister
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 08-30-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,729
Posted By jjtwister
that shudda been HOME BUILT

that shudda been HOME BUILT
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 08-30-2018, 11:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,729
Posted By jjtwister
I use a Little Buddy in my home but can be...

I use a Little Buddy in my home but can be dangerous....my van is well insulated so I open a window or 2....warm it up, turn it OFF, detach the propane cannister and crawl into my sleeping...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 08-26-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,751
Posted By jjtwister
I have had 2 sets of Toyo AT II's on my van with...

I have had 2 sets of Toyo AT II's on my van with no problem at all. My van weighs in at around 8,00lb fully loaded. It is a home build with NOT a lot of extras such as stove, fridge, 4WD, etc. I...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 08-26-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,751
Posted By jjtwister
I'veE rated and have had 2 sets of Toyo AT II's ...

I'veE rated and have had 2 sets of Toyo AT II's and no problems at all.
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 07-26-2018, 11:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,816
Posted By jjtwister
I go to Durango all the time (from Vermont). Try...

I go to Durango all the time (from Vermont). Try going to Silverton via Molas Pass and then from Silverton out to Cunningham Gulch. I mostly coyote camp in this area. You can hike to Clear Lake, Ice...
Forum: 4x4 07-26-2018, 11:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,444
Posted By jjtwister
Hi: I bought a spanking new 2011 E-250. I...

Hi:

I bought a spanking new 2011 E-250. I spent my $$ on having the interior done to my specs. I also had it lifted 4" (recommended) with an ACTION VAN suspension system. I put TOYO Open Country...
Forum: Van Body 07-08-2018, 01:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,340
Posted By jjtwister
Nerf or steps

I have 3 CARR steps for my E-250 easy to install or remove. Nerfs are too big IMHO
JJTWISTER
Forum: General Sportsmobile 08-02-2017, 11:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,935
Posted By jjtwister
Correct oil

I'm out in Durango after putting on 7,000 miles. I had an oil change at the ford dealer and asked them to,use Mobil 1 which they did but the invoice shows they used 5W20 oil. My mechanic back in...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-09-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,871
Posted By jjtwister
thanks man i'll check them out.

thanks man i'll check them out.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-09-2017, 01:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,871
Posted By jjtwister
Skreenz etc

Here is the contact for SKREENZ:
Making bug screens (Skreenz) to provide camping comfort by protecting you from bugs like flies and mosquitoes (https://www.Skreenz.com) email: Blethen@Skreenz.com
...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-09-2017, 11:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,871
Posted By jjtwister
Above door storage

Great idea and it looks as if you planned it out carefully. What kind of mosquito netting will you be using for door? How will it be attached? Will it have a zipper or Velcro opening to get in and...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 06-09-2017, 07:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,871
Posted By jjtwister
As soon as Imgetnsome decent pics Imwill post...

As soon as Imgetnsome decent pics Imwill post them. I bought NEW a 2011 E250 stripped and had it built it out to my specs. I am very satisfied with the way it cam out. I am somewhat of a minimalist...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 06-08-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,793
Posted By jjtwister
Mud flaps

Long time since I've been in the forum. I have built out my 2011 E-250 and will post some pics soon. But, I have a question. Vermont has changed its inspection
Rules and now in order to pass the...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 03-16-2015, 06:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,072
Posted By jjtwister
INSURANCE FOR MY E-250 VAN

I have searched many of the past posts on insuring Sportsmobiles and find it somewhat confusing. Presently I am with PROGRESSIVE for both my vehicles BUT since I have "built out" the van with many...
Forum: Campfire 02-03-2015, 05:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 993
Posted By jjtwister
UNCOMPHAGRE

Hi: My son and I took the dirt road up to the Mount Uncomphagre trail head 2 years ago. We had his Jeep Liberty but don't remember if we had to use 4WD or not. As I recall the road was not that bad....
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 11-10-2014, 06:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,087
Posted By jjtwister
ROCK AND ROLL BED FRAME

Hi all:

Have not been on the forum in quite some time. Here's my question:

I have a 2011 Ford E-250. I am having the interior redone by a local craftsman in the RB-50 style.
It will be a...
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