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    1971 Airstream Sovereign 31' basecamp trailer project (Twin Cities MN)

    I searched and found several other Airstream trailers similar to this listed for sale. If a moderator feels this ad is not appropriate to the forum please delete. 1971 Airstream Sovereign 31’ For Sale Asking price $15,000 negotiable Possible trade for KTM 990/Yamaha T7 or similar as well as...
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    Bolting through or bonding to a fiberglass top?

    I'd like to hear some opinions, discussion, pro/con regarding the best way to attach a roof rack to a fiberglass top. I would like to build a low profile roof rack/platform which could hold let's say 400# while parked and 200# while in motion. Please discuss the best way to attach this rack to...
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    Oh ********!!! Mistakes you have made

    We all know that planning will eliminate any mistakes but......... I would like to dedicate this thread to all the foul ups we have made when building our vans:Wow1: Or problems we have found in van's that were purchased from a pro builder or a previous home builder. Professionals would call...
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    Eco temp portable water heater/shower Black Friday deal

    Eco temp has a back Friday special going through tomorrow where you can get a free portable water heater if you buy another. This is the model you get free http://www.eccotemp.com/eccotemp-l5-portable-tankless-water-heater/ The coupon code is BOGO So basically you can order two heaters and...
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    An ode to the Ford econoline

    Thought this was worth sharing. http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/a17744/ode-to-the-ford-econoline/
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    2006 KTM Adventure (Twin Cities, MN)

    IMG_20150315_135859 by boardrider247, on Flickr Preface:I had posted this bike for sale last fall. It was sold once but fell through. Ultimately I decided to keep it through the season and put a few more miles on it. Now unfortunately for me I do need to try and let her go. This is copy of my...
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    GM fullsize AWD Van Info thread

    There seems to be a lot of questions and confusion around the GM AWD fullsize van platform. The purpose of this thread will be to get as much information as possible in one place regarding these vans. For information on 1996 and newer GM fullsize RWD vans or GM fullsize vans with aftermarket...
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    Picture request: Show me your ladders!!!!

    After a recent trip I decided that a ladder is going to be a must for me. I'd like to see how others have mounted their ladders to vans and any creative ladder solutions. Let's see them!!
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    Bedliner for the interior of my van

    I'd like to lay down a layer of bedliner on the floor of my van for weatherproofing and some soundproofing. Most likely I will be putting another type of flooring (rubber mat or wood laminate) over the bedliner, so appearance isn't a huge concern. My question is this. I know I want a bedliner...
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    Minimum water tank size???

    I'm in the midst of building a water tank/system for my van. And while I do have a solid handle on how to pipe everything. One thing I am unsure of is how much water I really need? This will determine where the tank will need to be mounted. Ideally I would like for two people to be able to take...
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    Harbor freight Honda clone generator???

    I know this is a newish model but does anyone have experience with these? http://t.harborfreight.com/engines-generators/gas-engine-generators/2500-peak2200-running-watts-47-hp-125cc-portable-inverter-generator-61169.html I know you get what you pay for, honda quality ect ect But for half the...
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    The great white fun hog (another white GM awd build)

    Let me start off by giving a big thanks to everyone who contributes to this forum. It has been a great resource while planning my build. Specifically these threads were a huge help both before and after buying the Fun Hog...
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