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Hi all, since our current expedition truck is now in South America and will be outside of the USA for the foreseeable future we decided to get a second smaller camper for our visits back home. Never thought we would build out a second camper but after looking at our options we decided that we...

Hi all, a few years back we built a Total Composites habitat for our Mercedes 1120AF. We moved off a sailboat directly in the truck, which is our 1 and only home. Well, our home has left North America for several years (we're currently in Chile), so we're thinking we need another summer home in...

Here in a campground in Mexico there are electrical hookups. We have a Renogy inverter/charger with an automatic transfer switch. It allows voltages from 90-130 volts for the switch to allow AC to come from shore power, else the inverter is used. Well the incoming voltage is 132 volts so no...

Hello all, anyone know of a source in the USA for the M16x1.5 wing nut air fittings? I now need to check our front to rear brake force distribution and I need a couple of these. Long story short, we have now just had our new front brake drums turned as we had a very annoying shake while...

We have a new, never installed Tern Overland 300x300 cargo door. From Tern they are $323+ shipping. We'll take $225 obo + shipping costs.

Hey all, after meeting up with a few European LN2's I decided that I would also like some front shackle mounts. These bolt to the chassis rails and should prove to be a more robust tow point than the single center pin. Anyone come up with a source for these? I am considering having some made up...

Hi all, I am considering building a new composite door to replace our current one. If I could find a supplier of some composite door jamb material it would make things way easier. Anyone know a supplier? I want composite to minimize thermal bridging. I would hope to get a composite panel from...

So I think I may already know the answer to this question, but does anyone know where to get a windshield for a LN2 in the USA? From Europe the shipping for a $300 windshield is about $1400...

Hey all, I seem to remember someone getting their brake linings redone somewhere in the PNW, Oregon would be the best as this is where I would do the work (and possibly drums turned if required). Any chance it was someone on this board and if so can you point me in the right direction? Not sure...

Hey all, in my continued learning (ever so slowly) of our truck I now realize the front wheel bearings are supposed to be greased as part of regular maintenance. From looking at the WIS getting to the bearings is a bit of an involved process that requires at least 1 special tool. So has anyone...

Well the subject says it all. While doing a check yesterday we found that the front driver's side U Bolt Top Plate on the leaf spring is cracked. Looks like I can get them from Germany but I have heard international shipping into Mexico is difficult. So what do you all think? Should I ignore it...

Hey all, we are considering replacing our entry door and roof hatches/windows. No major problems yet but we can tell that our current stuff will not hold up (already have small issues with latches, degrading plastics etc). So since our holes are already cut our options seem to be a bit limited...

While visiting @jaleel_da_sheik (AKA Lowly the Lorry) I noticed some very cool glands in his doors for the heated mirrors. This is the part number A6739970481. The exit the door right below the mirror mount. Anyone know where I can get something like this? I see one of Ebay UK but around $60 for...

Well, I have been chasing my tail with an annoying rattle but it finally became clear today. Checked various heat shields, bolts and exhaust fittings. Plus I just did the turbo swap and radiator upgrade so I always doubt what I did first, so double check everything there. I even checked the...

Hey guys, we had a bit of trouble a couple of days ago. I ended up running the truck out of fuel while in a pretty remote area, but still on a highway. Long story short I need to re-adjust our newish VDO senders to accurately read when the tank is empty and not 1/4 full.... Luckily we had a...

I think I have finally stumbled on a few things about alternators on our OM366LA engine. I suspect that this information is also usable for the OM352 engines and possibly other MB engines as I think the mounting points are similar (80mm foot seems to be the big thing). So here is goes...

Hey guys, not sure if this is what these parts are called but coming out of the power steering pump there is an arm that points downward. This arm is connected to a drag link bar that goes back to the wheel hubs so you can turn. Well the little boot for the ball joint that comes off the power...

Hey guys, there seems to be a fair amount of thought/discussion about which subframe to choose for a build. Good because it will dictate how much your frame will be allowed to twist when things get uneven. What I haven't seen much though is discussion on how to allow your axles/wheels be a bit...

I have been toying with the idea of shipping a motorcycle to Spain for a bit of touring. I would plan on about a month for the next few years. Amy thoughts on a reasonable priced way to get the bike there? Any suggestions on a shipper? Any issues using a US tagged bike there?

Ok, I installed a combo washer/dryer in our truck. I was not able to find an external vent that I liked. I would prefer a small door that flips open to expose the vent. Anyone know of anything like that?