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Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 07-18-2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,229
Posted By BACKRDS
Nice report! I'm also interested to know which...

Nice report! I'm also interested to know which fuse caused the problem, and if you have any idea what may have caused it to blow . . .

Thanks in advance.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 06-25-2021, 09:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,872
Posted By BACKRDS
No photos to show, but I mounted the remote...

No photos to show, but I mounted the remote switch low and to the left behind the drivers seat. Its nice to be able to switch the setting while in the drivers seat.
Forum: Towing and Toys 05-23-2021, 08:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,605
Posted By BACKRDS
Hello POSPLAYR, You mentioned that you welded ...

Hello POSPLAYR,
You mentioned that you welded 1 1/4” mini receivers (outrigger) supports to your black widow, which dramatically strengthens the carrier. Could you please post several photos of...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-08-2021, 02:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,838
Posted By BACKRDS
We have always left the shades rolled up, and...

We have always left the shades rolled up, and have never had a pinching problem. When we purchased the van from SMB West, they instructed us to stop the lowering about 2/3 to 3/4 down, then put...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 12-29-2020, 01:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By BACKRDS
Hidden water lines

I'm trying to better understand the vulnerabilities of our water system, for cold weather camping. Specifically I'd like to know the routing of the waterlines, and better understand if the drains...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 12-29-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 897
Posted By BACKRDS
Here are a few photos of the SMB layout beneath...

Here are a few photos of the SMB layout beneath my Gaucho. I added a house battery main disconnect switch, and a Blue Sea 7622 with remote. I located the remote by the drivers seat. I also added a...
Forum: Van Body 11-14-2020, 09:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By BACKRDS
I have the aluminess bumpers. If you want to see...

I have the aluminess bumpers. If you want to see the details, I'm located in Emigration Canyon. Send me your contact info in a PM.
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 05-14-2020, 08:22 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 67,908
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Butyl tape and dycor should keep your roof...

Re: Butyl tape and dycor should keep your roof in good shape. Roll out a small ball of butyl tape and then smash it flat around each hole that you drill. Once the bolt is installed, cover it with...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-16-2020, 03:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,900
Posted By BACKRDS
Garrett Screamer Stage 1

Old thread but still relevant. My 2006 6.0 (only 77,000 miles) is throwing the P0299 but I still have good power. Apparently the vanes hang up when cold, which is enough to trigger the code and...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 09-17-2019, 09:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,109
Posted By BACKRDS
Funny that this thread pops up now; I have some...

Funny that this thread pops up now; I have some current information. A week ago we headed out from Salt Lake City for a week in the Tahoe area. As we approached Wendover I noticed a haze of smoke...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-14-2019, 08:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,391
Posted By BACKRDS
Does anyone have an update on 6.0 diesel service...

Does anyone have an update on 6.0 diesel service in SLC? Good or bad? I'd like to find a knowledgable mechanic that would do a proper and thorough coolant backflush, and to plumb in a coolant...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 06-12-2019, 07:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,174
Posted By BACKRDS
If anyone is considering the Li Ion Carbon Foam...

If anyone is considering the Li Ion Carbon Foam batteries, they should read the thread titled "Carbon Foam AGM Batteries".
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 07-15-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 21,189
Posted By BACKRDS
We also have a long isle design and generally...

We also have a long isle design and generally have the toilet by the rear door. Since it can be top heavy, we use a strap attached to the handle on the back door to keep it in position while...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 08-11-2015, 08:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,590
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Bike Racks

Tom,
I assume you saw this thread:

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=7618

I have the 2006, with the rack option at that time. It supports two bikes, high enough up. I...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 04-06-2015, 05:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,564
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: VivaLaVida in Yukon [updated 04/06/15, page 2]

Nice trip and great photos!
In one you show yourself with the winch cable running back to a tree. As I recall, your winch is in the front. Did you run it under the van? and do anything to protect...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 03-18-2015, 07:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 22,521
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Thetford Curve not flushing

I had the same problem: pump runs but no water coming out. As with other pumps, sometimes, I put my finger over the outlet to plug it, and cycled it several times. It primed it self and no problem...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 03-11-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,125
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Rear Hitch Winch Source

To piggy back on this, I was wondering if one could make a heavy plate with mounting holes and a hitch insert, to be able to take the winch from the front and mount it on the back, if needed. I'm...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 04-17-2014, 08:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,426
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Magnetic self-closing door screen

Be aware that not all bug screen material is equal. The screens on the penthouse of our 2006 are not fine enough for "no-see-em's", which are a problem in southern Utah at times. I used fine mesh...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 03-27-2014, 06:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,946
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Flat Plate Heat Exchanger Questions

Let me also clarify my earlier set of questions about wanting to pull heat from the engine while the engine is off and without the espar firing up. 1) I understand this could be done either by...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 01-10-2014, 04:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,460
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Hot & cold water system

I recommend that you rethink needing a D10. Our D5 is plenty big, and it heats up the space in a hurry. Most of the it runs on low. We have a friend with a D10 on a 56 foot boat and it is too big...
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 08-28-2013, 06:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,513
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: No Propane Water Heater in RB?

Obviously there is the Espar option if you have diesel, which we really like. Short of that you could install just a flat plate heat exchanger and small coolant pump into the coolant loop, and have...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-11-2013, 06:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,876
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Locking Diff - air or electric? ... and why?

I was advised by John as SMB West (2006) to go with limited slip diff in the rear, and a locker in the front. I don't do heavy duty boulder scrambling, but wanted to get up over ledges, and better...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-09-2013, 08:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,605
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Anyone willing to rent their Sportsmobile near UT or ID?

You are welcome to look at ours in SLC, but we don't even let family use it, so no rental.
Ours is pretty tricked out. We chose an extended van for the extra storage. We also went with a goucho...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 07-08-2013, 09:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,226
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Norcold fridge

I too have had about 4 or 5 episodes of the Norcold just failing to cool down. The compressor runs but the inside stays above 50 or 60. What is so frustrating is that I will pull the fridge out,...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 04-29-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,709
Posted By BACKRDS
Re: Norcold 0041 Refrigerator

Keeping the temperature of the air around the coils, to a minimum, is very important in shortening the cycle time. Therefore good air flow is important. I added a small low current fan and it made...
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