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Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 09-06-2021, 05:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,712
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I am tracking this setup as my Quadvan Transit...

I am tracking this setup as my Quadvan Transit has 2in of lift built into the spindle and the only thing keeping me from going up more is the lower control arm angle/length.
I really hope this would...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 04-08-2021, 06:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,242
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Well since my 4wd Transit is my daily I run the...

Well since my 4wd Transit is my daily I run the fridge 24/7....and have done that with all my fridges since 2007. Never any issues even in the crazy Phoenix heat.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 03-03-2021, 07:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,928
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Every shop in the country is backed way up... ...

Every shop in the country is backed way up...
Not just due to California type lock down impact to the actual shop but all the vendors along the way are backed up.
SMB West is great, if you call and...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2021, 04:35 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 28,947
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Because Jonathan Feld/SMBWest separated from SMB...

Because Jonathan Feld/SMBWest separated from SMB parent there is a period of silence/non-compete/change....
I am a happy customer twice and expect many more years of great service since it is the...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 09-08-2020, 12:14 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 28,947
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I had a 2009 Van and now have a 2019 Poptop...

I had a 2009 Van and now have a 2019 Poptop Transit and I count Jonathan, Alan & Liz as friends and have NO DOUBT they will take care of any previous customer of theirs with no issue forever going...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 09-02-2020, 05:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,522
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Wow that is a really good deal for already having...

Wow that is a really good deal for already having the Quigley 4wd and poptop.
Forum: Appliances and Interior 03-02-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,089
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Very Very impressive, I like the look and the...

Very Very impressive, I like the look and the insight into your thoughts and methods, thanks
Forum: Van Body 01-22-2020, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,375
Posted By DisabledExplorers
That is a great video clip....enough speed makes...

That is a great video clip....enough speed makes everything possible.
Forum: 4x4 01-21-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,365
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Why I care about approach & departure angles and skid plates

So my wife and I went out for a quick weekend exploring the desert and getting back to a slot canyon hot spring.
Some folks wondered why I wanted 33's and the older Aluminess style front...
Forum: Meetups and Trip Reports 01-10-2020, 03:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,150
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I have a couple of friends who want moto training...

I have a couple of friends who want moto training so I am thinking of going and being "base camp"
Forum: 4x4 01-10-2020, 03:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 927
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I have been using an ARB X-Jack for over 10yrs. ...

I have been using an ARB X-Jack for over 10yrs.
It has lifted my high top Sportsmobile I used to have, my 70 Suburban and now my 2019 Transit poptop,
I do use my Extreme Outback compressor instead...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 01-07-2020, 01:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,989
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I also use a Exped MegaMat Dou on my SMB poptop...

I also use a Exped MegaMat Dou on my SMB poptop and it deflate flat enough to still leave some bedding up there.
4in of comfy when it is sleeping time is really nice
Forum: 4x4 11-07-2019, 08:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,241
Posted By DisabledExplorers
255/80R17 Nitto Ridge Grappler... Which has...

255/80R17 Nitto Ridge Grappler...
Which has bigger lugs I noticed today than the 255/80R17 Cooper ST Maxx so that might have fit easier.
There is more to a tire than size for sure, always worth...
Forum: 4x4 11-01-2019, 09:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,514
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I agree with both of you... Ford says 400ft lbs...

I agree with both of you...
Ford says 400ft lbs and I agree it would at the crank and 358 at the wheel is good. It still feels like plenty on the butt dyno driving :)

The mention of using the...
Forum: 4x4 10-31-2019, 08:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,514
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Dyno test Quadvan 4x4 Transit with 33's

Well before letting Racechip start working their tune magic I thought I would be fun to get a baseline dyno test....
And it was a hoot, scary as crap with a rig I need to put into the SEMA show in a...
Forum: 4x4 10-25-2019, 01:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,241
Posted By DisabledExplorers
33's on a Transit look huge

Still testing and I will do an more in depth write up soon but here is a first look.

Just had to bend a bit of door and flex test her
https://youtu.be/9smt7UuErSM
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 10-24-2019, 08:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,160
Posted By DisabledExplorers
It has been a mad dash across the country but the...

It has been a mad dash across the country but the pleasure of working with great companies has made it worthwhile. The frustrations caused by others is part of the process but still sucks.

This is...
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 10-24-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,836
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Quadvan had an older one in stock and was able to...

Quadvan had an older one in stock and was able to swap out my new design. If you actually wheel your van the new one has a worse approach angle and would be harder to get a tire on an obstacle....
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 10-17-2019, 08:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,836
Posted By DisabledExplorers
New design Aluminess bumper installed, anyone want to trade?

Quick post from the road.
Yesterday I got the new Aluminess bumper installed and while I knew there was a new and improved design I had not seen it.
Yeah no, the approach angle is all wrong for...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 10-16-2019, 01:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,160
Posted By DisabledExplorers
PLG & Forum Update 10/16 only 18 days to Build a...

PLG & Forum Update 10/16 only 18 days to Build a Van

Currently at in the Aluminess Customer Louge writing this up while the shop folks make front bumper magic happen.
Like many things along...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 10-16-2019, 01:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,160
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I had such a great time on the Kansas dirt roads!...

I had such a great time on the Kansas dirt roads!

I promise a big post soon, I am tracking data on weight gain, mpg and thoughts on the mods....
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 10-15-2019, 07:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,160
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Today things should be done at Sportsmobile West:...

Today things should be done at Sportsmobile West:

Electric Poptop w/bed, color matched in bedliner, with thule rails, solar wiring/panel install

Drivers side awning window

$14,800 total...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 10-14-2019, 08:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,160
Posted By DisabledExplorers
I just paid $14,800 for an electric poptop color...

I just paid $14,800 for an electric poptop color matched Race Red with bed, rewired for solar, drivers side awning window & install.
Zero sponsorship, worth every penny full retail
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 10-14-2019, 10:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,160
Posted By DisabledExplorers
You guys are great... I am at Sportsmobile...

You guys are great...

I am at Sportsmobile West about to pay full retail (full disclosure) for a poptop on my Transit.
I have averaged 560 miles a day since I got the van on Thursday afternoon...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 10-09-2019, 02:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,160
Posted By DisabledExplorers
Sometimes trying to be too cool can come back to...

Sometimes trying to be too cool can come back to haunt you....
Before you make like you are "someone", figure out if you are better off being "no one"...
https://youtu.be/eV3QL7xNR7w
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