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No, mine looks like the picture I posted. Again: the goal was to have the chuck work without losing the built-in deflator function. Looks like that's not possible. But apparently I'm not a 'legit expo guy'.

Yeah, the QD fitting at the compressor-end is standard, and the fitting at the gauge looks to be standard 1/8"npt, so worst case I could add a short length of hose and an off-the-shelf chuck. Guess that's the plan.

I may have to, but due to how it's built, that means either losing the deflator capability or starting from scratch. Not the end of the world, but hoping someone has some ideas. As you can see, the chuck is a bit more "integrated" than normal:

Hello. I'm interested in this, but since we need to sleep a 3rd person, I'm really keen to understand how the forward bed(s) work. Can you elaborate on the "Sleeper Seats", or perhaps show a photo of one setup for sleeping? I'd also be interested in photos of the galley and head. Thanks!

Hello all, I'm hoping this is a maintenance or usage issue someone can help me with. I've been happily using my Viair 400p for many years. The included air hose/chuck/gauge has always worked well. Lately, though, I've found that I must hold the chuck tight against the valve stem while...

Yay! More updates. We were worried about y'all!

As a follow up, as long as I was investing in a new AGM battery, I figured I'd get the current best-offering since it was only like $25. (The upshot of a "modular" charger like IOTA). Went ahead and put everything in today. New battery getting its first charge from the IQ4-AGM right now...

Cool. Yes, I have the IQ/4 currently, but I'll check out the IQ-AGM.

Can anyone point me to a datasheet on the DCM (Enersys) model Grp31s? My Sears/Odyssey group 31 is, after 5 years, no longer providing the AH. I suspect this is down to failure to ensure proper charging early in it's life, as I my ran it for about 18 months before finally getting smart and...

Just as a counter-point, all of the wiring for my house battery, from the ACR to the battery in the rear of the van, are 2-Gauge jumper cables. I purchased them locally, so I could open the box and inspect the strands (visible at the gator clamps) and verify that they were of appropriate...

I did end up with a Powertrax Lock-Rite lunchbox locker, at the same time I re-geared to 4.10. (Still need to write that up here.) There simply aren't very many choices for the GM 7.6" diff. It's... okay, but not great. It works fantastically well when on-trail, particularly when crossed up...

Thanks, Louis. If there is an opportunity, please convey the thoughts and prayers on behalf of everyone from both ExPo and the Astro/Safari community. I truly wish I could be there.

Wiley, what a great report! Glad to hear you're still at it.

I use the $20 cheap "Go Anywhere" knock-off. I keep telling myself I'll replace it when it stops working. It hasn't yet. I've swapped the side-handles for wood-and-stainless steel brackets after one of the plastic ones broke, and I've converted the top-handle to small thumbscrews so it's easy...

Correct. The 6-lug vans (2003-2005) have a significant brake upgrade both front and rear (including the rear going to discs). Big help for the vans as they get heavier if you load them down. (Like mine!)

Thank you, Brian, for the update. I had actually just re-read this thread last week, when something in it popped a search term I'd been using, so of course I got to wondering how T.Low was doing. It's no secret my Astro was built to directly copy T.Low's, but that was only possible because he...

Bogert Safe Jack kit with a hydraulic bottle jack.

I love the HiAce vans as much as I love any other van (which is a lot), but be sure to check the bed widths before committing to one as a 4+ person camper. They're smaller than they look, somewhere between an American Twin and Full size - so tight-ish for more than 2.

Well, there's my problem!

Seriously, though. Even a "tiny" Vanagon or Astro can seat five in a westy style layout. A sportsmobile RB50 type layout is even better, due to the extra width on the bench seat. The problem is not safely transporting 2+3 campers. The problem is how much other stuff do you need to leave room...