[Adventurous]

Almost every uhaul place does propane fills in California

Yep, Uhaul was my main supplier across the country. Otherwise select gas stations will do filling, Tractor Supply, places that supply gas bottles for residential use, some RV parks/campgrounds, there's no shortage of filling stations.

Only time the exchange makes sense is when the bottle is either approaching the end of its certification, or is in rough visual/physical condition.

 

[junkyard]

Yep, Uhaul was my main supplier across the country. Otherwise select gas stations will do filling, Tractor Supply, places that supply gas bottles for residential use, some RV parks/campgrounds, there's no shortage of filling stations.

Only time the exchange makes sense is when the bottle is either approaching the end of its certification, or is in rough visual/physical condition.

but then you can get a crappy one that leaks sometimes. I like haveing good stuff that the public hasn’t fucked with.

 

[jimmydean]

I got the fancy sideways mount tank because I like to make things as hard as possible.

 

[eric strt6]

but then you can get a crappy one that leaks sometimes. I like haveing good stuff that the public hasn’t fucked with.

then you just swap it back to them. I got two good ones that way

 

[junkyard]

then you just swap it back to them. I got two good ones that way

yous pays your money yous takes your chances.

 

[eric strt6]

yous pays your money yous takes your chances.

$19 for a used tank with propane in it vs $40+ for a new empty tank. I'll take my chances

 

[BikeGeek]

Winterized this weekend:
Cleaned interior, cupboards, fridge
Fresh, gray, and black tanks empty
Drained the hot tank and replaced the plug/anode finger tight
Removed water filter and replaced housing (will bypass in the spring and use a filter at the water supply)
Closed in and out valves on hot tank
Pumped anti-freeze to low-point drains, hot and cold on all faucets, toilet, and outdoor shower
Poured anti-freeze in drains to fill traps
Pulled batteries to store at the house

First time, what did I miss?

 

[eric strt6]

Prop the fridge door open or you will get mold. Possible add containers of moisture absorbant in the camper to prevent mold and mildew too

 

[jimmydean]

Prop the fridge door open or you will get mold. Possible add containers of moisture absorbant in the camper to prevent mold and mildew too

I am doing this next weekend when I put the cover on.

 

[junkyard]

I don’t winterize cause it’s desert camping season!!!!

 

[johnbryanpeters]

Prop the fridge door open or you will get mold. Possible add containers of moisture absorbant in the camper to prevent mold and mildew too

What do you figure moisture sources are in cabin? I have not had issues to date...

 

[eric strt6]

Depends on how you aired it out post use, humidity where you live, and camper construction. Osfa does not apply

 

[junkyard]

Make sure to get the summer air out of your tires as well.

 

[6thElement]

Make sure to get the summer air out of your tires as well.

Don't you need to keep the warm summer air in them to stop them freezing?

 

[junkyard]

Don't you need to keep the warm summer air in them to stop them freezing?

it’s a rubber thing it has to do with bouncing and the way the humid summer air reacts to a cold tire.

 

[Toshi]

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I like the idea. Outside storage for bikes, at least when dismantled. AWD Ecoboost Transit platform. Insulation. 3 solar panels and factory lithium.

For people traveling with 2 or 3 with an adequate budget for it it seems great.

 

[jimmydean]

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I like the idea. Outside storage for bikes, at least when dismantled. AWD Ecoboost Transit platform. Insulation. 3 solar panels and factory lithium.

For people traveling with 2 or 3 with an adequate budget for it it seems great.

Starting At: $163,662

Sure.

 

[rideit]

Winnebago Product Models | Explore RV's & Trailers

AWD. Off-Grid Ready. Adventure To Go. Anywhere.

www.winnebago.com

I like the idea. Outside storage for bikes, at least when dismantled. AWD Ecoboost Transit platform. Insulation. 3 solar panels and factory lithium.

For people traveling with 2 or 3 with an adequate budget for it it seems great.

I like the idea and a lot of the features, but that interior looks like really cheap crap for $170k. I think the Revel looks more ‘luxe’. I could see It if these were rentals, though.
i like that the master bedroom closes off, that would make life when one person goes to bed before the other much nicer.

 

[eric strt6]

when you hit sharp object fully loaded at 70 mph tire, go boom and disintegrate.....

 

[stevew]

 

[stevew]

have not seen sleeper arrsngement like this on a ford transit...

 

[maxyedor]

Winnebago Product Models | Explore RV's & Trailers

AWD. Off-Grid Ready. Adventure To Go. Anywhere.

www.winnebago.com

I like the idea. Outside storage for bikes, at least when dismantled. AWD Ecoboost Transit platform. Insulation. 3 solar panels and factory lithium.

For people traveling with 2 or 3 with an adequate budget for it it seems great.

Will that gear garage area fit 2-3 actual bikes though, or just the 1992 Schwinn they show in the pictures?

Cool concept, the sleeping arrangements are a deal breaker though IMHO. That twin beds connected kind of with a throw pillow is lame, and there should be a bunk over the driver/passenger seat like a typical Class C.

 

[Toshi]

Agreed. Although the popup as the extra bed is a cool concept on the first floorplan.

 

[rideit]

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this picture doesn’t need smell-o-vision, as I know EXACTLY what it smells like.

 

[jimmydean]

 

[jdcamb]

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Are you done with Frita? Can we get an update?

 

[jimmydean]

Are you done with Frita? Can we get an update?

The last pieces to purchase are the 2 fans, the water heater, and grey water tanks. I have the propane tank and a plan for that.

Amber (my old Silverado) dying put a dent in the budget. But the wife made me promise I would get that stuff for Frita before starting the golf cart project.

I still have to redo the front suspension (I have all the parts, it's just work) and I noticed when she was in Eugene that she sags slightly on the right side. So leaf springs might also be in order as well as all new shocks since the KYB's are getting their asses kicked.

The week in Eugene was a great test. The battery situation was concerning, so I need to add a better monitor.

 

[jimmydean]

Really it all comes down to money and time. I hate the wall board and flooring I did. I am redoing the walls, not sure if I am redoing the floor yet. But the "snap in" planks suck ass. Should have done the peel and stick.

 

[jimmydean]

This truck is just amazing.

 

[Toshi]

Special Delivery: This Vintage Step Van Overlander Is a Ford F-150 Underneath

It's nicknamed Chris Farley, and yes, you can live in this van down by the river.

www.thedrive.com

Next step for jimmydean is to replace the chassis from under Frita

 

[rideit]

That thing is fucking sweet.

 

[jimmydean]

Talked with the wife, laid out what was left and she agreed we should just do it now. So I will order the fans and water heater next week and start plotting the grey tanks. With any luck she will be ready sans shower by April.

 

[Adventurous]

Throw back to what our mattress looked like before we had a breathable medium underneath.

 

[SkaredShtles]

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Thrownback to what our mattress looked like before we had a breathable medium underneath.

 

[johnbryanpeters]

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Thrownback to what our mattress looked like before we had a breathable medium underneath.

Good lord... I addressed that early on, Hypervent.

 

[Adventurous]

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Turns out, a temperature differential of 30 degrees between ambient and interior + humid/rainy climates + no ventilation = copious amounts of mold

Good lord... I addressed that early on, Hypervent.

Sage move, Mr. Peters. We ended up with Hypervent and a new mattress after that.

 

[Toshi]

Admit it, it was the wet farts

 

[Westy]

Living on a boat was a constant battle with dampness

 

[jstuhlman]

Living on a boat was a constant battle with dampness

obligatory:

 

[eric strt6]

Got the truck road worthy again. Fender was pretty scraped up from the blow out so I had to repaint it. Still need to fix the marker lights. It's not perfect but its functional and that's the important thing.