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Looks like the E350 158WB SRW uses an oddball rear axle with a ring gear offset incompatible with locker options? Unfortunate if that is the case. I can't find for sure confirmation, as most of the prior results on the web are for the vans, not the cab-chassis.

Every manufacturer has their own secret sauce so to speak. So any data, even if I had it for your approximate material, isn't going to line up with the specific panel you have. If you want that data, get it from your panel supplier. I don't work with vehicle panels like the one here...

I do some composite failure analysis as part of my day job. Part of this is interfacing composite parts with traditional metal structures. I can say with certainty that many failure modes are not intuitive, even to engineers with classical training. Load transfer is also highly dependent on...

Thanks for the offer. Closest to me is CO (11 hour drive). If I end up that way I will drop by!

I do see some 35s with ~3700lb load ratings. A few choices in the 37" range with ~4,000lb load range. I think 3,900lb should be fine with a decent margin. Toyo does offer a the Open Country R/T Trail in 295/70R16 with 3,970. Which seems like a decent choice, and isn't lifting the vehicle to...

Sadly we need a larger rig that can handle a child as they grow. So we are selling the van. Ad down below. When I was looking for comparables, I really struggled with finding the right price. I know the van isn't pretty, 10 years of overlanding will do that. But pricing for vehicles and...

Google Photos link with all the photos, as Expo doesn't always load them. https://photos.app.goo.gl/tCuhPPoBPieWAbGLA

Engine: Mostly factory. Was GDE tuned for about 100k miles. Tune has been removed, but programmer included with sale. Modified double sized oil cooler. Head and injectors were new 10k miles ago. Extensive maintenance records included. Newer radiator, fan clutch, belts, pulleys...

4WD conversion Custom based on GM 2500 IFS and Express rear axle. Selecetable AWD or 4x4 locked center diff (dual mode transfer case) Front and rear air lockers 245/70R16 tires (less than 2,000 miles on current set, plus spare with 15% tread remaining). Wheels are GM 16x6.5 with 8x6.5” pattern...

Fernweh (fɛʁnve) Asking $70,000USD. Open to offers. Not all accessories/tools/equipment need be included. Can be made mostly turn key for travel with tools and gear. Over 10 years ago we decided to build our own ideal full-time overland travel vehicle. Available options were too large...

Did some weight distribution math, looks like my planned 14ft box will just work weight wise. This includes the weight of a 4x4 conversion, and 34" wheels and tires, plus water, food, passengers etc. Load range F tire is good for 7940lb, so there is a bit of margin. I would like a touch more...