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Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 04-05-2024, 01:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,130
Posted By daveb
I don't care cause I didn't purchase it for...

I don't care cause I didn't purchase it for protection. So now I'm doomed to always having a hood mask.

As long as the ones they are making fit over all the damage I'm good. I had thought about...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 03-17-2024, 02:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 800
Posted By daveb
You want it to stay cycled on as long as...

You want it to stay cycled on as long as possible. If you start it out early when the van isn't really hot, it can do OK. But yeah, I feel lucky if the temp is 20 degrees cooler than outside temps. I...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 03-17-2024, 02:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 800
Posted By daveb
There is a big compressor unit under the van. On...

There is a big compressor unit under the van. On my rig it's on the driver side forward the rear axle. When that thing kicks on, it obvious. Mine is a Starcool III.
Forum: Appliances and Interior 03-13-2024, 10:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 800
Posted By daveb
They pretty much only drop the outside temp by...

They pretty much only drop the outside temp by 10-15 degrees. That's taking the temp from the ports. It takes quite a bit to cool off my hot van if it's been sitting in full sun.


The compressor...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-29-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,324
Posted By daveb
Odyssey since about 2008. I had used the...

Odyssey since about 2008. I had used the rebranded sears diehard (IIRC) which were the same battery made by those who produce odyssey and they seemed to take care of the issue.



During my...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 01-27-2024, 11:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,530
Posted By daveb
Hi Ron. My 2 Lifelines installed in 2009 are on...

Hi Ron. My 2 Lifelines installed in 2009 are on their last leg. I figure if a new set will last another 10 years, I'd pass on upgrading to lithium. So I'll probably be looking for a new set of...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 12-25-2023, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,992
Posted By daveb
Wish it was closer but this eclipse does spur me...

Wish it was closer but this eclipse does spur me into making it to the path of totality. I've never seen a total eclipse only an annular. I got this little robotic camera scope that I just put into...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 12-05-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,872
Posted By daveb
My radio is from 2005 and has AM/FM SSB-upper and...

My radio is from 2005 and has AM/FM SSB-upper and lower, plus 10 and 11 meters. Ham radios that cover the 11 meter band were a common purchases years back by a lot of truckers. It wasn't illegal to...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 12-03-2023, 09:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By daveb
I had a wire harness get wrapped up in the engine...

I had a wire harness get wrapped up in the engine fan which gouged a hole in the radiator. I had put a connector on the vans faucet and used that flat hose to fill the radiator (several times) as I...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-03-2023, 03:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,618
Posted By daveb
I had a communication company replace my longer...

I had a communication company replace my longer whip (that was located in the same spot) that hit a limb, flew back and broke one of my glass solar panels. They replaced it with a loaded shorter...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 11-03-2023, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,346
Posted By daveb
Back around 2010 I had Deaver spring do mine (all...

Back around 2010 I had Deaver spring do mine (all new front and back) and it still came back squatting. They shipped me an extra leaf for the rear and I found a local truck shop who installed it for...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 09-05-2023, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,237
Posted By daveb
Did they finally cut off driving and camping on...

Did they finally cut off driving and camping on the south side of the lake? I haven't been up there in a couple years.
One of my favorite local camping spots. Glad you had a good time. Thanks for...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 08-13-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 13,709
Posted By daveb
Indeed! It was an amazing trip even though I got...

Indeed! It was an amazing trip even though I got up close and personal with one of the Ford dealerships in LV. But it was sure a fun event and I still thank Mac for putting it on. Damn, seeing this...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 08-06-2023, 04:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 986
Posted By daveb
My bed is the two piece model. I'm sure it...

My bed is the two piece model. I'm sure it depends on the model of your van and package. Mine is the 2 piece for a Ford extended van (EB-50). IIRC they make several different beds (For example I've...
Forum: 4x4 07-17-2023, 09:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,386
Posted By daveb
I had a similar issue a few years back. I was in...

I had a similar issue a few years back. I was in Bishop and lost all my A/C. Called the shop and he walked me through filling the system back to normal. Lasted about 100 miles and dumped again. Took...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 06-08-2023, 09:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,470
Posted By daveb
Too bad you had to cancel. For those interested...

Too bad you had to cancel. For those interested in the area or if you plan to return:
A side trip to Gold Bluffs Beach to check out Fern Canyon used to be nice. Looks like these days you need to...
Forum: Projects, Modifications and Known Issues 05-01-2023, 07:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 588
Posted By daveb
I'm guessing it's a Starcool system? I really...

I'm guessing it's a Starcool system? I really think you should find someone who can find the leak. If you ditch the rear system, you might find it was a problem with the stock equipment. But I...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 04-17-2023, 08:54 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,402
Posted By daveb
It probably depends on the surge itself. I've had...

It probably depends on the surge itself. I've had several customers knocked out of power by lightning who have had surge protectors burn due to the hit. In many cases the actual strike distance from...
Forum: Show & Tell 04-02-2023, 10:20 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,000
Posted By daveb
Last one :c3:

Last one :c3:
Forum: Show & Tell 04-02-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,000
Posted By daveb
Page 4 :b1:

Page 4 :b1:
Forum: Show & Tell 04-02-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,000
Posted By daveb
Just a few more...

Just a few more...
Forum: Show & Tell 04-02-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,000
Posted By daveb
A few more...

A few more...
Forum: Show & Tell 04-02-2023, 10:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,000
Posted By daveb
A few from over the years.

A few from over the years.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 03-11-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,287
Posted By daveb
Ray has a good source but I'm not sure on the...

Ray has a good source but I'm not sure on the shipping. What's going on in June Paul? (edit) OK so Ron's putting something on in Oregon. That sounds fun. It would be nice to get back together with...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 03-10-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,287
Posted By daveb
Hi Paul, I'm in the same boat and my 2 4D...

Hi Paul, I'm in the same boat and my 2 4D lifelines are on the way out since being installed in 2009. As mentioned you must make sure the size, mainly the terminal height has enough clearance. The...
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