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  1. Saline

    Radiator issue

    I just replaced my radiator in my 7.3 at 320k. It wasn't leaking but the engine was running hot on long climbs. I looked around for an improved aftermarket radiator but had no luck. I ended up putting in a Napa radiator for $189. I took the ends off of the old one and found 6 channels clogged...
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    Ford E Series Roof Rack with side Ladder

    Going to be switching to a hard top soon on my EB van so I'm selling the rack that I now have in place. It's a gutter mount with 6 VanTech mounts and comes with a passenger side ladder. It's a stout rack yet not overly heavy. Minor paint chips and tree scrapes. This fits an EB van but I imagine...
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    Pics of your VAN! Post up!

    Back to a van after 2 years of a pickup and slide in camper. My new to me 2003 7.3L Denver Fleet (Timberline) 4wd conversion. Looking forward to building this thing out to suit my needs.
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    ICELAND, land of contrasts

    Amazing! Thanks for sharing!
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    Choosing a Path for Truck and Truck Camper?

    Here's a link to a thread you might get some info on the Lance 825 & Ford combo: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/120122-Talk-me-out-of-a-2014-Lance-825/page5 I've been pretty happy with it, the only sacrifice is off road ability. My setup is actually for sale.
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    Talk me out of a 2014 Lance 825?

    It's semi permanent I think. Although it's somewhat difficult to get my bike into the mount since I have a thru-axle, it works well. I haven't had any issues with it and I can still use the ladder if needed.
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    2006 F350 Superduty Build

    Be much easier to buy a shortbed.
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    Buy new F350 or restore older 7.3?

    Agreed. But to add: 6.0L's should not sit for periods of time. The VGT can accumulate oxidation over time and not function properly.
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    Buy new F350 or restore older 7.3?

    Another vote for the 7.3L. The overall simplicity of the motor makes for a very reliable platform. I luckily found a 2002 CC 4x4 SB with only 110k miles on it. I love it.
  10. Saline

    President’s Day Weekend in Moab

    Great photos as always! I was there during the same brief stormy period. It made for a cold but beautiful evening.
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    Talk me out of a 2014 Lance 825?

    Thanks for the heads up. My model isn't set up the same. The battery is in a sealed and vented case in its own compartment. The converter is in another location as well. I am however probably going to switch over to a dual 6volt AGM setup.
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    Talk me out of a 2014 Lance 825?

    A couple of pics from this weeks short Moab trip. Pretty rough living 1.5 hours from there! The combo did well again and I got a chance to crawl in 4Lo for a bit getting into a favorite campsite. The higher center of gravity is evident but not scary or unpredictable. I still plan on removing...
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    Moab Field Trip Report

    Great photos!!!
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    Thoughts on rear wheel spacers (SMB what do you think?)

    My semi float 60 in my 04' SMB was trashed at 54k miles. There was a lot of play in the bearings, enough that the rear tires were wearing unevenly. It had the spacers from SMB as well. In all honesty if you do a fair bit of off roading fully loaded I would either not put spacers on or change out...
  15. Saline

    Post Pics of Your Hard Side Camper!

    Yep that was mine prior to getting the spring work done. I had to upgrade the stereo too obviously. US tech is the way to go on the western slope IMO.
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    Talk me out of a 2014 Lance 825?

    A couple of pics from our 1st trip with the Lance 825 First impressions. Were pretty good despite some quality control issues from the factory. I found several leaks from fittings that were not tightened. All accessible and no damage was done but it is a new camper and shouldn't have issues...
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    Dirty Devil Country

    Great photos!! Looks like a good trip! I was wondering if it would be soupy out there with the snowmelt but it looks ok. Very fond of that area and spend a lot of time out there. Even kayaked the Dirty Devil from Hanksville to Powell.
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    Talk me out of a 2014 Lance 825?

    Looks like good travels! This makes my 25th year going to that area.:sombrero: Some pics of the interior.
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    Talk me out of a 2014 Lance 825?

    I'd put the 350 blocks back in. It should sit about right with that height. As far as engaging the overloads sooner a local spring shop here can index (bend) them up to make contact with less compression. I'm running 35x12.50 17's with 3:73's and limited slip in the rear. The truck seems to do...
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