Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
06-03-2015, 10:27 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 7,529
Re: Sound deadening
Thanks horse. I finished my flooring a while ago and turns out we did the same method. Dynamat, carpet pad strips, plywood.
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
05-13-2015, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,824
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Forum: Appliances and Interior
04-29-2015, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,569
Re: Recommended Fridges/Reviews
Thanks for the review! Good information. I believe I'll go with the TF65. I always appreciate more space. They're sold out right now but I spoke with them and they should have about 100 more by this...
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Forum: Appliances and Interior
04-28-2015, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,569
Re: Recommended Fridges/Reviews
Found em. I was originally looking under the products tab. Found another tab. That's a nice looking fridge and a nice price. Any other reviews?
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Forum: Appliances and Interior
04-28-2015, 07:41 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,569
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Forum: Appliances and Interior
04-28-2015, 05:18 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,569
Recommended Fridges/Reviews
Which fridge do you have or have you had and what're your experiences?
What fridges would you choose if you were ready for a new one? Make/Model #
AC vs DC
Be detailed as I've never ever...
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
04-08-2015, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,612
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
04-07-2015, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,612
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Forum: Show & Tell
04-01-2015, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 16,524
Re: Finally built me an overhead console thingy
I see these are rather old posts but that's a good thing in this case. How is that fabric holding up? Does it release fibers when rubbed with your hands? Would it be a strong choice for covering my...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
03-27-2015, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,068
Re: Electrical Wiring Kit and All!
Off topic a bit: The stock wiring runs down the driver's side ceiling/wall joint. and they all run up the B pillar right behind the driver's seat.. And that's easy to access, just pop off the stock...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
03-25-2015, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,068
Re: Electrical Wiring Kit and All!
Anybody buy all the major components ie battery, isolator, converter, Chargers and whatnot and do the pre wiring and then take it to a shop to have the technical pieces put together? Any experience...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
03-24-2015, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,068
Re: Electrical Wiring Kit and All!
The parts, not the tools. Some like to build. Some like to spend money. Some like to save money and put up with the diy. I'm that somebody. I'm not building a Van to enjoy the process. I'm building...
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Forum: Electrical and Electronics
03-24-2015, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,068
Electrical Wiring Kit and All!
Can someone provide me with a magical link that take me to a page that will provide me with a full on wiring Kit, that has everything I need and all I have to do is provide my mailing address and...
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
03-24-2015, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,213
Re: SB raised roof on a EB van
I'm confused about this whole wheelbase thing. I have an extended length E250 but what's an extended wheel base? The wheels are farther apart? If so, does that change the roof length too? If so,...
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Forum: Show & Tell
03-13-2015, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 13,112
Re: My new van!
Welp. I should let you all know that after ordering the swiveler on the 10th, it's says it will be shipped on the 25th. Meaning, I won't get a tracking number until about that date, when it is...
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
03-10-2015, 11:16 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 7,529
Re: Sound deadening
What did you use for your subfloor above the dynamat? How do you like it and cost?
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Forum: Show & Tell
03-10-2015, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 13,112
Re: My new van!
Thanks. I found one from a random blog thru Google. I'll post the link here for future people looking. $252 after shipping. Fits 1996-2006 Ford econolines. I have e-250 cargo. Made for passenger and...
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
03-10-2015, 11:02 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,278
Roof rack solar shower
Anyone ever make a roof rack shower that works off hearing from the sun and drains off gravity with a hose? Or has anyone used this?
https://www.roadshower.com
Otherwise might as well just get a...
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Forum: Show & Tell
03-10-2015, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 13,112
Re: My new van!
Where'd you get your swivel base. Looks like you have basically the same Van as me. I have a 2006 E-250. Want to put the swivel base in the front passenger. Where and how much? TIA
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
02-28-2015, 08:07 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 14,824
Re: Window Cutout Tool
One thig about there window is it was quite larger than mine. It's be nice if the smaller size of this window might save me there.
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
02-28-2015, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 14,824
Re: Window Cutout Tool
Now you have me 2nd guessing the compatibility. I bought these seeing they were universal. The van seemed flat to me but noticed it has a slight contour. I've done all the measurements for placement....
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
02-27-2015, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 14,824
Re: Window Cutout Tool
Looks like they are $11 at Harbor Freight..........4 CFM@90 psi
https://www.harborfreight.com/air-impact ... 92037.html (https://www.harborfreight.com/air-impact-hammer-kit-92037.html)
you need...
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
02-27-2015, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 14,824
Re: Window Cutout Tool
Did anyone's cuts end up too small or too large? How did you correct it if so? I'd like to know scenarios that didn't work out perfectly as planned. Also, did yours come with stencils for tracing...
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
02-27-2015, 05:22 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 14,824
Re: Window Cutout Tool
Link to the windows I bought. Bought 2. 1 for each side of the bench seat I'll be installing.
https://www.crlaurence.com/crlapps/showl ... delID=2394...
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds
02-27-2015, 05:20 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 14,824
Window Cutout Tool
What tool is being used here? Is it an air chisel?
https://youtu.be/wInS6jVCnKM
What tool did you use to cut out the hole for your van windows? Share your experience. Problems? Tips? Also, my...
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