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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 09-08-2021, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 828
Posted By Jboles
Angler, You say the kid is on the way, why...

Angler,

You say the kid is on the way, why not go ahead and put the seat in now? It's inevitable, why not go ahead and do it?

With that said, what I did on my van was mount the seat on top of...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 06-09-2021, 01:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,999
Posted By Jboles
I've got two Lifeline Group 31XT batteries on my...

I've got two Lifeline Group 31XT batteries on my rig. They were installed in 2016 and still going strong. They are 125 AH each and I run 200 AMP of solar with a blue sea ACR with a high voltage...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-11-2021, 03:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,077
Posted By Jboles
Thanks folks. I will be discussing the potential...

Thanks folks. I will be discussing the potential cooling line contamination with the shop.

Justin
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-09-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,077
Posted By Jboles
I was able to find a shop that can rebuild the...

I was able to find a shop that can rebuild the transmission and do it fairly quickly, at least that's what we agreed to. I'm supposed to get the van back in two weeks. The initial budget is $3,000...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-03-2021, 07:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,077
Posted By Jboles
Transmission Woes, to rebuild or not, '06 E350 Gasser

Well folks, I had the opportunity to pay the local tow company a whopping $400 to tow my old rig home yesterday. On the way back from a day trip it finally left me stranded along with my two boys,...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 12-12-2020, 07:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,234
Posted By Jboles
Thought I'd share my experience with self...

Thought I'd share my experience with self jumping.

My rig is equipped with a Lead Acid starter Group 65 connected to the two Lifeline Group 31XTs with a blue seal ACR (bi-directional). The cable...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 12-04-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,256
Posted By Jboles
Good luck with your decision. My van is a 5.4L...

Good luck with your decision. My van is a 5.4L but I'm settled with 2wd so not much help there. With the age of the van, mileage (210k) and loaded down, there are times I wish for more power, but...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 09-10-2020, 03:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,026
Posted By Jboles
Check these guys out for 4x4 vans. ...

Check these guys out for 4x4 vans.
...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 08-29-2020, 09:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,674
Posted By Jboles
What did you say? I can't hear you! Did someone...

What did you say? I can't hear you! Did someone say wind noise? Say it louder!

No all kidding aside, the rack does kill the gas mileage and is quite loud with wind noise. At one point when I...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 08-29-2020, 08:21 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,674
Posted By Jboles
Vertical support height from drip rail is approx....

Vertical support height from drip rail is approx. 28.5".
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/9014-albums927-picture43507.jpg

From top of support...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 08-29-2020, 08:12 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,674
Posted By Jboles
Here are the racks I have:...

Here are the racks I have: https://vantech.us/product/h1-diy-rack-system-for-conversion-vans/

See the photos below. My top is approx. 19" high and cross bars sit about 2" above the top. I did...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 08-23-2020, 09:20 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,674
Posted By Jboles
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/9...

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/9014-albums927-picture43378.jpg
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 08-23-2020, 09:19 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,674
Posted By Jboles
Here is how I made a similar rack. Cross bars...

Here is how I made a similar rack. Cross bars are from VanTech out of Brooklyn, NY. They do work van utility racks for the most part.

I bought some steel angle from the local steel supply...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 08-21-2020, 10:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,977
Posted By Jboles
PNW, Check out my build thread starting on...

PNW,
Check out my build thread starting on page 4.

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/f24/gruffalo-the-family-adventure-van-build-thread-14849-4.html

I've mounted the back seat out of...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-06-2020, 11:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,644
Posted By Jboles
Here are few more photos ...

Here are few more photos

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/9014-albums927-picture43378.jpg

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/members/9014-albums927-picture43377.jpg
...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 08-06-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,644
Posted By Jboles
I've good example of what you don't want to do. ...

I've good example of what you don't want to do. I couldn't agree more that this huge rack is terrible for efficiency. However, I needed a rack to carry whitewater crafts (kayaks, SUPs, rafts,...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 11-22-2019, 08:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,365
Posted By Jboles
I just bought a 5kW unit from Amazon. I've bench...

I just bought a 5kW unit from Amazon. I've bench tested it for a short time and it's fired up and works. I plan to install it in my van soon.

The facebook page for these units has some 25,000...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-20-2019, 08:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,881
Posted By Jboles
I have two factory frame mount battery boxes that...

I have two factory frame mount battery boxes that i'll sell you. Located in Chattanooga, TN. Send me a DM if you want to work a deal.


Justin
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-30-2019, 01:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,961
Posted By Jboles
I still have a small side barn door pop-out...

I still have a small side barn door pop-out window for sale. Factory tinted Glass, frame, hardware $75

If you buy the window you can have the trim, otherwise it's $40 if you want it separate. Dark...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 09-20-2019, 12:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 25,953
Posted By Jboles
Awesome! Yes, sir. Same top. Sweet van!

Awesome! Yes, sir. Same top. Sweet van!
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-20-2019, 11:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,961
Posted By Jboles
Rear window is sold. I still have a...

Rear window is sold.


I still have a small side barn door pop-out window for sale. Factory tinted Glass, frame, hardware $75


Small side barn door interior trim, dark blue in color. $40. ...
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-19-2019, 07:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,961
Posted By Jboles
Are you talking about the interior trim piece?...

Are you talking about the interior trim piece? yes, I have one for the 40 side barn door. Is $40 fair?
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-17-2019, 09:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,961
Posted By Jboles
Deal is pending on that one. Will let you know.

Deal is pending on that one. Will let you know.
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-16-2019, 06:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 587
Posted By Jboles
I have the same, plus the fixed side barn door...

I have the same, plus the fixed side barn door "40" window. All with 18% tint. Located in Chattanooga, TN. Free for the taking.
Forum: Member Classifieds 09-15-2019, 08:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,961
Posted By Jboles
It is, factory mirror trim, glass, frame,...

It is, factory mirror trim, glass, frame, hardware. I have the interior trim as well i'll throw in.
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