Did some of rewiring, replaced crimp connections with a terminal strip in preparation for installing a controller for HVAC return air fan previously installed.
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twas behind a diesl swapped E350 4x4 econoline yesterday.....it was a peach.
Smart of them to go with the 7.3L. Got a buddy who owns an E350 4x4 with a 6.0L and in 3 years of ownership has probably $7,500 into the motor. Cool vehicles and all but no thanks.
In a rare exception to "never read the comments", the comments on this Jalopnik post have many amazing camper bodge-jobs:
https://jalopnik.com/more-like-honda-didnt-quite-fit-amirite-1831256405
The Fit camper in the OP is ok, too.
https://jalopnik.com/more-like-honda-didnt-quite-fit-amirite-1831256405
The Fit camper in the OP is ok, too.
vw 2.5 tdi syncro eurovan pop top 5 speed....checks all euro unicorn boxes...not sure 50k worth...
oddest fucking thing ever....poptop with no camper conversion in it...
oddest fucking thing ever....poptop with no camper conversion in it...
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My build is on semi-hold pending title and registration. The issue is there is supposed to be a VIN stamped on the chassis somewhere, but Google has been no help and DMV had no idea. So I have a call into OHP for an inspection. If they can locate the VIN, awesome, otherwise they will likely use the Olson chassis tag on the new Oregon title.
But the seller hasn't returned my calls, so I could be out $3200+ if it comes back bogus. Should know next week.
But the seller hasn't returned my calls, so I could be out $3200+ if it comes back bogus. Should know next week.
OHP came, we found the VIN, $2K worth of crap ordered, DMV for title and registration today, big ass build out starts next week.
Phase 1 is infrastructure and insulation.
Phase 2 is heat, cool, venting
Phase 3 is plumbing
I am trying to get all 3 done by April.
Phase 1 is infrastructure and insulation.
Phase 2 is heat, cool, venting
Phase 3 is plumbing
I am trying to get all 3 done by April.
More wiring for and testing of return air fan controller. Rewrote some code, let's see what happens next time I hook up the controller again.
So here is what I have on the way. I still need a door and windows, I will order those Friday.
300w premium solar kit with 40A controller
200Ah 12v battery
LED flush mount lights and dimmer
12 spot 12v fuse box with ground
3.2 fridge/freezer
5000btu heat pump
1500w inverter with 3k surge and 30A transfer switch and remote shutoff
Battery isolator
150A alternator (90A@ idle)
I have the range, still need a propane tank. I also spent $350 getting the correct pedestals and retractable belts.
Tried to do the brakes and my compressor isn't enough to run an impact, so more tools added to the budget. I will sit down tonight and total up the damage so far.
300w premium solar kit with 40A controller
200Ah 12v battery
LED flush mount lights and dimmer
12 spot 12v fuse box with ground
3.2 fridge/freezer
5000btu heat pump
1500w inverter with 3k surge and 30A transfer switch and remote shutoff
Battery isolator
150A alternator (90A@ idle)
I have the range, still need a propane tank. I also spent $350 getting the correct pedestals and retractable belts.
Tried to do the brakes and my compressor isn't enough to run an impact, so more tools added to the budget. I will sit down tonight and total up the damage so far.
I still might get a second battery, but I am insulating the hell out of it, so I hope the heat pump is minimal and I got the lowest power fridge I could find. The goal is 3 days, 2 nights solo minimum.
Exactly what did you get as a heat pump?
Climate Right CR-5000 https://g.co/kgs/pNsJkh
It seems to be about perfect for what we need and is a lot less work than the roof mount. I am building a box on the drivers side with an access hatch and pipe it into the floor under the bed just before the back wheel.
It's 15x15x19 and I scored a 17x21 hatch for $55 off eBay. I have a ton of room between the body and frame. I might do the generator in front of it on the same side.
shit with all that real estate on the roof of that step van slap 400 watts of solar up there and two or 3 group 31 agm battteries inside and you will have more power for stuff than you will need. AGMs do not off gas toxic vapor and don't need to be in a exterior vented compartment.
https://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Monocrystalline-Starter-Charge-Controller/dp/B06X1FV5N2/ref=sr_1_24?m=A05654602L3XUQ70M87BV&s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1546468074&sr=1-24&refinements=p_6:A05654602L3XUQ70M87BV
https://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Monocrystalline-Starter-Charge-Controller/dp/B06X1FV5N2/ref=sr_1_24?m=A05654602L3XUQ70M87BV&s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1546468074&sr=1-24&refinements=p_6:A05654602L3XUQ70M87BV
I had spec'd 400W originally. I got the 40A controller and can add another panel easy enough. A buddy of mine was talking about welding some tracks on and I can mount whatever. Still playing with ideas.
This is the kit I got
Renogy 300 Watt 12 Volt Off Grid Solar Premium Kit with Monocrystalline Solar Panel and 40A MPPT Rover Controller https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CTG8YR4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sRwlCbDCZGCCN
That will work. I have the 200 watt kit on my camper and it does my 2 group 31 AGMs quite nicely
This is the battery I decided on. 114# but it had good reviews and was cost effective. It's about $500 to add another panel and second battery. I am building my battery spot to support 2.
I still have some work to do on the truck, but it should be road worthy in 2 weeks tops.
Mighty Max Battery 12v 200ah https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010TXS3CE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RCHlCb9Z6W7V0
I still have some work to do on the truck, but it should be road worthy in 2 weeks tops.
Mighty Max Battery 12v 200ah https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010TXS3CE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RCHlCb9Z6W7V0
You could post some pics please... I looked at a camper toy hauler thing. It smelled like Cigarettes and feet.
These stickers are kicking my ass. The back and hood are almost done. The passenger side is improved. 
Seems most of my pics are too huge. Crazy lady is gone at lwast.
I have all new LED marker, brake, turn, and reverse lights to install and my wiper motor came yesterday. The window felt was wrong, so I need to call them. $25 for the felt, $24 to ship it. Wtf.
The rear door has all new hardware and is fully functional now, too. Just need the felt to button up the passenger door.
The rear door has all new hardware and is fully functional now, too. Just need the felt to button up the passenger door.
Do you think it will be able to do wheelies after you install L7 Motor in it?
Fuck that when your done with the Boxvan its going to kick that Toyotas ass. Are you going to mount the wheelie bars to the frame or back bumper? I suggest the frame. Quit fooling around. I am not Westy, I would never drive any of that shit....
finally getting around to putting a front receiver hitch on the dually. I will be able to carry the bikes or the generator on a locking tray up front. I have the same set up on my SRW F350 it works great
https://www.curtmfg.com/part/31018
this is the generator set up
https://www.curtmfg.com/part/31018
this is the generator set up
So the inverter showed up today. I guess I focused on the output more than the size. This thing is huge. 
It is nice, though. Damn.
It is nice, though. Damn.
A crackhead tried to sell me that generator in a 7-11 parking lot. My brother intervened and told the guy to get lost and called the cops on him...finally getting around to putting a front receiver hitch on the dually. I will be able to carry the bikes or the generator on a locking tray up front. I have the same set up on my SRW F350 it works great
https://www.curtmfg.com/part/31018
this is the generator set up
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Honda 2000i goes for $799.00
Not around here...
show me someplace that sells it new for under $799
7-11 Parking lot.. Monroe Ave Rochester NY.... Cannot show...
Yeah 5 finger discounts need not apply
for steve
Took a little road trip from Washington down to San Diego in the god.damn.campin.van last weekend to drop it off for some work. Picking it up in March after it's all four-wheel-drive-itized, then heading straight to Utah to get it dirty.
