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Forum: General Sportsmobile 07-08-2018, 11:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,602
Posted By Brianjwilson
I got my mounts from MG at expovans too. I...

I got my mounts from MG at expovans too. I wanted mine higher off the floor (sprinter) and at a different angle that was more comfortable and more compatible with car seats, so he made me a custom...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 02-27-2018, 11:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,316
Posted By Brianjwilson
Here’s the L track I used. Recessed L track that...

Here’s the L track I used. Recessed L track that I had anodized black. Cut as little or as much as you want. I usually have a rug laying over it and you can’t tell it’s there, my sienna seats bolt...
Forum: Homemade SMB - Ground Up Builds 02-01-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,871
Posted By Brianjwilson
My opinion would be to get a gas/petrol espar...

My opinion would be to get a gas/petrol espar heater. If it’s a little more than diesel, I would say it’s worth it to pull from the single main fuel tank and have one fuel source. They are quiet,...
Forum: Online, Craigslist, eBay and Local Ads 01-02-2018, 02:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,719
Posted By Brianjwilson
Chris at Ujoint frequently posts pictures of...

Chris at Ujoint frequently posts pictures of Crow's hacked up conversions and failed mounting points/broken frames.
Forum: Member Classifieds 11-21-2017, 12:37 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,681
Posted By Brianjwilson
I'd go for a smaller quieter propex, though I...

I'd go for a smaller quieter propex, though I haven't owned one myself. I've had a few different Rv propane furnaces (12k-20k btu) in smaller truck campers and they were obnoxious. If you sleep...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-29-2017, 08:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,956
Posted By Brianjwilson
lol me too, believe me. But I have enough...

lol me too, believe me. But I have enough switches, knobs, breakers and screens to mess with in the aircraft that I fly for work.
I don't get the impression that otter does. I think the average...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-29-2017, 01:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,956
Posted By Brianjwilson
(Sorry for the additional thread hi-jacking) ...

(Sorry for the additional thread hi-jacking)

Is the battery sense module anything more than tracking voltage? It also says batteries "up to 200ah/hr". I'm still trying to figure out what items I...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 10-29-2017, 07:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,956
Posted By Brianjwilson
Agreed on both accounts. I used a blue sea 7622...

Agreed on both accounts. I used a blue sea 7622 on my Tacoma with two aux batteries under the rear seat, that powered my four wheel camper. It worked great. However it won't fully top off the...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-25-2017, 11:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,040
Posted By Brianjwilson
I have mixed feelings. First on the...

I have mixed feelings.

First on the ventilation. I love this style window because the upper portion is unobstructed, and the lower portions can be opened varying amounts, during rain/snow/wind...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-25-2017, 04:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,601
Posted By Brianjwilson
Factory stereo and nav delete for sure, if...

Factory stereo and nav delete for sure, if possible. I have it and I'm relplacing it. If you have (or will be adding aftermarket) backup camera I think the park assist is not needed. I have a...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-06-2017, 12:14 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 25,146
Posted By Brianjwilson
For now it's factory suspension at 265/70r17...

For now it's factory suspension at 265/70r17 tires. I'm hoping that agile will sell their fox strut/coil assist setup for the front soon and match it with progressive leaf springs and custom tuned...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-02-2017, 08:29 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 25,146
Posted By Brianjwilson
It isn't secured yet. I'm going to make a new...

It isn't secured yet. I'm going to make a new floor and the L track is out for anodizing right now. That is recessed/flanged L track with 5/16" mounting holes every 4". The plan is use use...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 10-01-2017, 12:43 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 25,146
Posted By Brianjwilson
My vote goes to 170" 4x4 (which comes as a high...

My vote goes to 170" 4x4 (which comes as a high roof). Truly I think you'll kick yourself for getting a 144" wb sprinter, with (potentially) two small kids and the idea that you're going to pack...
Forum: Sprinter Chassis 09-25-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,350
Posted By Brianjwilson
If you can admit that half the fun of having a...

If you can admit that half the fun of having a van is building it, go for a 4x4 sprinter or a transit with 4x4 conversion.

I just went from a 2011 E350 EB V10 with ujoint 6" and 35s to a new...
Forum: 4x4 03-03-2017, 10:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,061
Posted By Brianjwilson
What is the problem? What is your caster angle...

What is the problem? What is your caster angle now?

Trying to provide advice to fix someone else's issue can lead to a long and frustrating road.

I'll say that ujoint leaf springs (made by...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-02-2017, 11:42 PM
Replies: 673
Views: 173,976
Posted By Brianjwilson
I'll have to log some miles in MG's demo van...

I'll have to log some miles in MG's demo van first. :a2:
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 03-02-2017, 10:46 PM
Replies: 673
Views: 173,976
Posted By Brianjwilson
Next time you do this?! I would say "I hope...

Next time you do this?! I would say "I hope you're documenting this well!" But I know you are. Lol

Sort of makes me want to start over. Find a high mileage van with a clean frame and body,...
Forum: Van Body 02-25-2017, 01:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By Brianjwilson
I had to unbolt the steering column. The short...

I had to unbolt the steering column. The short pig tail on each connector makes it a pain no doubt.

Two 7mm screws holding the diagnostic port, four 13mm nuts holding the steering column (be sure...
Forum: Member Classifieds 02-22-2017, 11:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,754
Posted By Brianjwilson
The only thing I'd be interested in is the rear...

The only thing I'd be interested in is the rear door panels, but it sounds like you're keeping those. ;)

Good call on the floor plan change. I have a 1 and 3 year old. We rented an eb-50 and it...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-18-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,554
Posted By Brianjwilson
Hah sad but true. They've probably already moved...

Hah sad but true. They've probably already moved to Oregon anyway to contribute to our insane housing prices too.
Forum: Member Classifieds 02-18-2017, 01:23 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,356
Posted By Brianjwilson
Sorry to hear. I really need to put a hidden...

Sorry to hear. I really need to put a hidden kill switch of some sort in my van. No way is insurance going to cover all of the crap I've added on if it disappears.
Forum: Gadgets and Accessories 02-16-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,498
Posted By Brianjwilson
I have a couple friends who use CVT tents, and my...

I have a couple friends who use CVT tents, and my brother has one on his JK. They've all been happy as far as I've heard.

I think that Rainer or Denali extended is a great choice if you're...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics 02-15-2017, 11:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,554
Posted By Brianjwilson
I had 4 renogy flexible panels stuck on my flat...

I had 4 renogy flexible panels stuck on my flat FWC aluminum roof. After a year or so, they were dead. They "cupped" and "dished" and quit producing. Same for dozens (?) of others on wanderthewest...
Forum: Van Body 02-12-2017, 11:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By Brianjwilson
Oops! On the bright side, there are so...

Oops!

On the bright side, there are so frickin many econoline vans that it should be a non-issue to get replacements from wrecking yards.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 02-11-2017, 12:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,670
Posted By Brianjwilson
Hah, yeah... I've been withholding a lot of...

Hah, yeah...

I've been withholding a lot of thoughts about my 6" ujoint kit as well. There have been some frustrations for sure. We need to meet up soon, I want to see your build anyway and it...
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