This is a 2000 Ford E350 XLT 7.3 PSD 14 passenger van (windows and dual AC) that was modified by Sportsmobile in Austin, TX in 2006. See www.sportsmobile.com where it essentially replicates their EB model. I am the second owner and it was acquired used in VA to pull a 9000 lb race car trailer which it has done very well. It was previously owned from new by a NJ church. I wanted a vehicle that would allow some shelter from the elements (shore powered heating and a/c) and would allow me to “camp” at the various motor racing tracks or en-route which I visited during a typical 10-month season. In addition, I wanted to have it set up so that a race team of 3 or 4 could go cross country virtually non-stop and still allow one person to get some meaningful sleep while traveling. All the other van conversions of this chassis at that time added too much weight to the conversion such that the combined with the trailer, the maximum gross weight of the chassis is exceeded. While I believe that this vehicle complies with this limitation, to the extent that it is 4 up plus full fluids (water and gas) it may be slightly over that limit. I rationalize that this is acceptable because the tires are correctly spec’d, the trailer has two axle oversize tires and brakes and the van has a slotted brake upgrade on all 4 wheels.
Other than the shops that have worked on this, I have been the only driver since 2003 when I moved the vehicle to TX. I am very careful with it and try to never start it cold without going through a full heat cycle by driving at least 10 miles. I always use the built-in block heater when the ambient temperature is below 40 F and that makes a big difference to the starter load. I never use WOT and the modifications to the motor are sufficient for it to handle its close to 18,000 lb hitched weight. You can tow faster with a truck but without the comfort. I have extensively sound and heat proofed the motor housing to reduce noise and heat and when combined with its dual vehicle driven a/c units it has served its designated function very well. At the track it is wonderful even in a TX summer where the ambient temperatures exceed 100deg. The a/c does cope under these conditions but without shade the internal temperatures will reach 80/85 degrees. A lot cooler than trying to shelter in a trailer !
Maintenance has been annual oil changes with Rotella T synthetic and new filters. I have even made sure that the special coolant additive spec’d by Ford is added each year. This is an item that most PSD owners ignore unless a Ford dealer services the truck. Diesel Kleen or Archoil AR6500 Diesel Treatment used for all diesel refills since 42,000 miles. No stiction in evidence to which these motors are prone.
In the Fall of 2024, I had the annual service performed, replaced all the batteries (3), the rear shocks and the front ball joints. In addition, I had the air springs updated.
This is a 2 wheel drive vehicle. It is not fitted with any 4 wd components. It does have the stock automatic 4 speed 4R100 transmission with O/D and stock 10.25 axle and Limited Slip Differential with a 3.55 final drive using an ATS differential cover for cooling. Stock transmission cooler. Filter replaced at 60,000 miles. Service documentation available since acquisition.
No propane installation whatsoever.
• Price: Asking $42,500 and will work with buyer on delivery
• Mileage: 124,400 but in regular use
• Tires: ~5,000; June 2020 215x75x17.5
• No accident history
RV Systems and Features
Marine Deck vinyl for all flooring in coach area
Full Height Voyager Fixed Top with windows and day/night shades
Removable fastened Carpet Overlay
Shades side
Shades rear
Cab custom shades
Counter top solid grey 3 linear ft
Water tank, 20 gallons fillable from the exterior and interior.
4 cu ft 12 volt refrigerator
Interior/Exterior thermometer
External fridge thermometer
Danaher Internal AC110 V AC and Soft Start
Attic Fan deluxe with thermostat
Power waste tank dump valves
Water heater ` 2 gallons 110v/1500 W very quick reheat for sink and shower
Extra large (8D) Aux battery
Pre wire solar for van and chassis with solar controller built in
TV antenna
Flat screen TV w/DVD. Its analog but uses a digital converter
Privacy curtain 1 behind driver/passenger
Privacy Curtain 2 attaches to wall between Pantry/Galley
Large rear underfloor compartment w/ 2X30 amp cable, jack, hoses
O/S 110v outlet
Exterior running board and flood light
Roll out Awning, boxed in Van color - silver
Awning supports foldable and 2 center poles
Running boards alum w/rubber
Spare Tire on Carrier mounted to rear door with custom color matched cover
Yakima/Thule track rack w/aero shield and supplementary parts
Foot rest storage custom for Captain Seat #3
Rear chrome ladder
Grab bars for ladder
Shades, Screens and Windows for Top
Gaucho Bed Left Side 79.33" 48.00"
Passenger Swivel Seat 33.00" 33.00"
Driver's Swivel Seat 33.00" 33.00"
Rear Captain's Seat Universal 24.33" 27.33" removable
Shower w/ Electric Toilet Right Side 33.00" 24.00"
Layout per diagram in Photos close to EB41 factory spec
Galley E Right Side
Cabinet GC Left Side
Clothes Closet C Left Side
Tall Slide Pantry (49" High) Right Side
Roof Storage Front Facing Rearward
Under-Shelf Storage Left Side
Battery Isolator
Triplite 2000W/100 AMP Inverter/Charger permitting AC use with one Honda 2000 generator
with remote switching and charges chassis battery
Honda 2000i generator – included with dedicated custom external storage area
Battery Level Gauge w/solar controller
12V Electrical Panel
12v florescent and incandescent Lights throughout
Smoke Detector
Dynamat DOOR KIT and under floor heat insulation
Fire Extinguisher
Alpine IVAD310 for the head unit it will act as AM/FM Tuner, CD/mp3 player, DVD player for in dash and rear viewing, XM satellite radio and traffic control, Navigation screen and control and backup camera screen.
City Water Hook-Up
Grey and Black Water Tanks
Macerator built in for Grey and Black water
Electric toilet and shower in separate wet compartment with curtains
Various fresh and waste water hoses
Carpet, Pad to cover 3rd seat pedestal
Floor Mats (3)
Day/Night Shades
Front screen Curtains, Van Door shades,
Cornices
Overhead Cab Shelf Module w/12V outlet
Door Panel Compartments center and rear.
Sink/Faucet
Water Pump
GE microwave
Induction flat plate
Insulation throughout to passenger vehicle spec.
25’ external 30 amp RV Cord; 15’ alternative power cord
110V Electrical Breaker Panel
4 X 110V sockets in van
3 X 12 volt sockets in van
30 Amp. Shore power System
Audio Visual
XM tuner
Alpine Nav system
Alpine PDMANT electrical antenna
Kenwood CCD900 Backup Camera
Metra Audio Video switcher with Monkey remote control
Alpine SHSN252 (2) 2 Channel wireless headphones w/headphone
Parrot Bluetooth interface
10” monitor and DVD
External TV antenna connection
Internal amplified TV antenna
Digital TV converter and switch box to external antennas and a spare
2 pair Eclipse 5x7 speakers front and rear
Van systems and features
Factory Tinted windows all round
Electric windows, Cruise Control
Van Engine 7.3 PSD
4” down pipe and exhaust
Rebuilt turbocharger at 75K
Superchips and Predator ECU program controllers
Extra gauges: Tach, EGT, Boost and TT
Hella Driving lights with LED lamps
E Spec LED headlights with relays
Firestone compressor inflated air springs with BT control and supplementary valves
F Spec HD Falken 17.5” tires on Alcoa wheels
Vented Powerslot brake rotors on all 4 wheels with HD pads
Hellwig supplementary rear springs
HD Bilstein shock absorbers
Wired to charge trailer batteries and trailer camera video feed to Alpine Monitor
External 30 amp 12v socket at rear for compressor
Upgraded compressor driven horn with loud/soft switch
Extending electrical side mirrors with LED turn signals; extending mechanism needs attention
Trailer brake controller
Cat 4 hitch
Rear Custom large Mud Flaps
110v Block heater
Synthetic Mobil 1 or Rotella from 30K miles
All Van and RV component manuals including the 2 Volume Workshop Manual
Cosmetic damage as shown
Other than the shops that have worked on this, I have been the only driver since 2003 when I moved the vehicle to TX. I am very careful with it and try to never start it cold without going through a full heat cycle by driving at least 10 miles. I always use the built-in block heater when the ambient temperature is below 40 F and that makes a big difference to the starter load. I never use WOT and the modifications to the motor are sufficient for it to handle its close to 18,000 lb hitched weight. You can tow faster with a truck but without the comfort. I have extensively sound and heat proofed the motor housing to reduce noise and heat and when combined with its dual vehicle driven a/c units it has served its designated function very well. At the track it is wonderful even in a TX summer where the ambient temperatures exceed 100deg. The a/c does cope under these conditions but without shade the internal temperatures will reach 80/85 degrees. A lot cooler than trying to shelter in a trailer !
Maintenance has been annual oil changes with Rotella T synthetic and new filters. I have even made sure that the special coolant additive spec’d by Ford is added each year. This is an item that most PSD owners ignore unless a Ford dealer services the truck. Diesel Kleen or Archoil AR6500 Diesel Treatment used for all diesel refills since 42,000 miles. No stiction in evidence to which these motors are prone.
In the Fall of 2024, I had the annual service performed, replaced all the batteries (3), the rear shocks and the front ball joints. In addition, I had the air springs updated.
This is a 2 wheel drive vehicle. It is not fitted with any 4 wd components. It does have the stock automatic 4 speed 4R100 transmission with O/D and stock 10.25 axle and Limited Slip Differential with a 3.55 final drive using an ATS differential cover for cooling. Stock transmission cooler. Filter replaced at 60,000 miles. Service documentation available since acquisition.
No propane installation whatsoever.
• Price: Asking $42,500 and will work with buyer on delivery
• Mileage: 124,400 but in regular use
• Tires: ~5,000; June 2020 215x75x17.5
• No accident history
RV Systems and Features
Marine Deck vinyl for all flooring in coach area
Full Height Voyager Fixed Top with windows and day/night shades
Removable fastened Carpet Overlay
Shades side
Shades rear
Cab custom shades
Counter top solid grey 3 linear ft
Water tank, 20 gallons fillable from the exterior and interior.
4 cu ft 12 volt refrigerator
Interior/Exterior thermometer
External fridge thermometer
Danaher Internal AC110 V AC and Soft Start
Attic Fan deluxe with thermostat
Power waste tank dump valves
Water heater ` 2 gallons 110v/1500 W very quick reheat for sink and shower
Extra large (8D) Aux battery
Pre wire solar for van and chassis with solar controller built in
TV antenna
Flat screen TV w/DVD. Its analog but uses a digital converter
Privacy curtain 1 behind driver/passenger
Privacy Curtain 2 attaches to wall between Pantry/Galley
Large rear underfloor compartment w/ 2X30 amp cable, jack, hoses
O/S 110v outlet
Exterior running board and flood light
Roll out Awning, boxed in Van color - silver
Awning supports foldable and 2 center poles
Running boards alum w/rubber
Spare Tire on Carrier mounted to rear door with custom color matched cover
Yakima/Thule track rack w/aero shield and supplementary parts
Foot rest storage custom for Captain Seat #3
Rear chrome ladder
Grab bars for ladder
Shades, Screens and Windows for Top
Gaucho Bed Left Side 79.33" 48.00"
Passenger Swivel Seat 33.00" 33.00"
Driver's Swivel Seat 33.00" 33.00"
Rear Captain's Seat Universal 24.33" 27.33" removable
Shower w/ Electric Toilet Right Side 33.00" 24.00"
Layout per diagram in Photos close to EB41 factory spec
Galley E Right Side
Cabinet GC Left Side
Clothes Closet C Left Side
Tall Slide Pantry (49" High) Right Side
Roof Storage Front Facing Rearward
Under-Shelf Storage Left Side
Battery Isolator
Triplite 2000W/100 AMP Inverter/Charger permitting AC use with one Honda 2000 generator
with remote switching and charges chassis battery
Honda 2000i generator – included with dedicated custom external storage area
Battery Level Gauge w/solar controller
12V Electrical Panel
12v florescent and incandescent Lights throughout
Smoke Detector
Dynamat DOOR KIT and under floor heat insulation
Fire Extinguisher
Alpine IVAD310 for the head unit it will act as AM/FM Tuner, CD/mp3 player, DVD player for in dash and rear viewing, XM satellite radio and traffic control, Navigation screen and control and backup camera screen.
City Water Hook-Up
Grey and Black Water Tanks
Macerator built in for Grey and Black water
Electric toilet and shower in separate wet compartment with curtains
Various fresh and waste water hoses
Carpet, Pad to cover 3rd seat pedestal
Floor Mats (3)
Day/Night Shades
Front screen Curtains, Van Door shades,
Cornices
Overhead Cab Shelf Module w/12V outlet
Door Panel Compartments center and rear.
Sink/Faucet
Water Pump
GE microwave
Induction flat plate
Insulation throughout to passenger vehicle spec.
25’ external 30 amp RV Cord; 15’ alternative power cord
110V Electrical Breaker Panel
4 X 110V sockets in van
3 X 12 volt sockets in van
30 Amp. Shore power System
Audio Visual
XM tuner
Alpine Nav system
Alpine PDMANT electrical antenna
Kenwood CCD900 Backup Camera
Metra Audio Video switcher with Monkey remote control
Alpine SHSN252 (2) 2 Channel wireless headphones w/headphone
Parrot Bluetooth interface
10” monitor and DVD
External TV antenna connection
Internal amplified TV antenna
Digital TV converter and switch box to external antennas and a spare
2 pair Eclipse 5x7 speakers front and rear
Van systems and features
Factory Tinted windows all round
Electric windows, Cruise Control
Van Engine 7.3 PSD
4” down pipe and exhaust
Rebuilt turbocharger at 75K
Superchips and Predator ECU program controllers
Extra gauges: Tach, EGT, Boost and TT
Hella Driving lights with LED lamps
E Spec LED headlights with relays
Firestone compressor inflated air springs with BT control and supplementary valves
F Spec HD Falken 17.5” tires on Alcoa wheels
Vented Powerslot brake rotors on all 4 wheels with HD pads
Hellwig supplementary rear springs
HD Bilstein shock absorbers
Wired to charge trailer batteries and trailer camera video feed to Alpine Monitor
External 30 amp 12v socket at rear for compressor
Upgraded compressor driven horn with loud/soft switch
Extending electrical side mirrors with LED turn signals; extending mechanism needs attention
Trailer brake controller
Cat 4 hitch
Rear Custom large Mud Flaps
110v Block heater
Synthetic Mobil 1 or Rotella from 30K miles
All Van and RV component manuals including the 2 Volume Workshop Manual
Cosmetic damage as shown
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