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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 07-17-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,990
Posted By 2xplore
Yes, I installed those exact lights on my 2014...

Yes, I installed those exact lights on my 2014 E250.

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Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 03-26-2017, 08:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,137
Posted By 2xplore
Have only traveled with one other, sleeping on...

Have only traveled with one other, sleeping on the main bed. Could easily fit small children sideways above the cab. Also could put a pad on the aisle and fit a bigger child or smaller adult there. ...
Forum: Sportsmobile Builds and Factory Modifications 03-25-2017, 03:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,137
Posted By 2xplore
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/showthread...

https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17585

Here's my build thread. May or may not work depending on how many people and what you're priorities are. Sacrifices some Interior...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 03-07-2017, 07:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,254
Posted By 2xplore
Thanks. The fabric is actually wrapped on a thin...

Thanks. The fabric is actually wrapped on a thin sheeting called door skin. Not sure, but I'd guess around 1/8" thick. Light weight and does the job. We used 2x2 furling strips on the walls and roof...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 01-19-2017, 04:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,254
Posted By 2xplore
Thanks. The material is called Marathon and you...

Thanks. The material is called Marathon and you can get it in Portland or Seattle at Perfect Fit. Several color options. They'll ship if you're not nearby.

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Forum: Appliances and Interior 12-16-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,833
Posted By 2xplore
Sounds like you're on your way! A suggestion for...

Sounds like you're on your way! A suggestion for the plywood...my guy uses sheets called door skins...I believe it's birch. Most hardware stores should have it. Weight is always a consideration and...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-16-2016, 09:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,254
Posted By 2xplore
It was great to meet you too...always interesting...

It was great to meet you too...always interesting to put a face with a name. Agreed, everyone has different needs and different ideas on how to make the space work for them.

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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-16-2016, 09:34 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,254
Posted By 2xplore
Thanks. The bed platform is 32" plus the 8"...

Thanks. The bed platform is 32" plus the 8" mattress I use. That's the lowest I could make it and still have room for bikes upright in the storage below. The shower space is 77" floor to ceiling.
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Forum: Campfire 12-14-2016, 12:03 PM
Replies: 397
Views: 106,679
Posted By 2xplore
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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-13-2016, 08:08 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 74,618
Posted By 2xplore
The Oregon Coast is beautiful but might not be...

The Oregon Coast is beautiful but might not be good to taint your first trip there with soggy people and a wet dog in the van! I may take an inland route as well...

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Forum: Appliances and Interior 12-13-2016, 04:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,833
Posted By 2xplore
Not sure it's exactly the same but my interior...

Not sure it's exactly the same but my interior fabric is close. It's called Marathon and you can buy it directly at Perfect Fit in Seattle or Portland. ...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-12-2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 74,618
Posted By 2xplore
I'll be heading south down the Oregon coast from...

I'll be heading south down the Oregon coast from Washington around that time. Would be great to cross paths somewhere along the way. Maybe a few of us could rally at some point...

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Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-09-2016, 11:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,990
Posted By 2xplore
Yes, the red and ruby are different colors. I...

Yes, the red and ruby are different colors.
I was unsure of the smoke as well but taking the shot with them anyway! I think they'll go with the look I'm going for. Also ordered the Rigid LED...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-06-2016, 01:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,990
Posted By 2xplore
Thanks for the input. Pulled the trigger on the...

Thanks for the input. Pulled the trigger on the black ones and the Philips backup lights.
Forum: Forum Support | Suggestions, Account Concerns and News 12-06-2016, 11:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 908
Posted By 2xplore
Threads not refreshing

It doesn't always happen, but sometimes I am unable to get to the end of a thread. My recent tail light post has several replies that I am not able to view. I was notified by email that they are...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-05-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,990
Posted By 2xplore
Thanks for the info. Carrying, that's quite the...

Thanks for the info. Carrying, that's quite the setup you have! Do you know which Philips backup light you used? I'm out of town so can't check it myself. Ordering to have things to install when I...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 12-04-2016, 10:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,990
Posted By 2xplore
Tail light compatibility

I'm looking to upgrade my tail lights to LED and the ones I like say they only work up to model year 2012. Does anyone know if the wiring is different between a 2014 E250 and earlier models?
Second...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-06-2016, 05:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,959
Posted By 2xplore
They also start with smaller vehicles in places...

They also start with smaller vehicles in places like Europe and New Zealand so they make smaller equipment to fit.
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-06-2016, 02:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,959
Posted By 2xplore
This one was actually made by a company called...

This one was actually made by a company called Can. I found it on Ebay UK being sold by a van upfitter there. I looked at the SMEV units but they were all slightly too big. As you can see from that...
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-05-2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,959
Posted By 2xplore
It rotates down to allow the lid to close.

It rotates down to allow the lid to close.
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-05-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,959
Posted By 2xplore
5"....which doesn't sound like much but it works....

5"....which doesn't sound like much but it works. Obviously not washing big pots and pans in it however..
Forum: Appliances and Interior 10-05-2016, 09:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,959
Posted By 2xplore
Sink Stove Combo

I have a small counter top and was only planning to put a sink in this space but found this tiny combo in the UK so installed it. Fit perfectly...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 09-08-2016, 06:38 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 74,618
Posted By 2xplore
I think 2 small kids could fit crossways in the...

I think 2 small kids could fit crossways in the cabover section no problem. Make a fold down panel where I have this storage (first photo). I'm away from my van so can't take a photo of the inside...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 09-07-2016, 09:05 PM
Replies: 278
Views: 74,618
Posted By 2xplore
Hey there... you already know my position on the...

Hey there... you already know my position on the high top vs pop top decision so I'll go right to the shore power plug. I went with the standard plug and picked up a 30 amp adapter for a few bucks...
Forum: Welcome Mat 08-06-2016, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 936
Posted By 2xplore
Welcome! Sounds like a good plan. With your...

Welcome! Sounds like a good plan. With your travel experience I'm sure lifestyle will fit you well...
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