Add a couple updates on how the build is doing.
100w solar is doing fine. Worn out 105a battery is slowly dying though. Only running ARB fridge, Maxxfan, small 12v fan, and 12v phone chargers.
Should have added a water tank. Right now I have a 5 gallon jerry can with electric pump, 2 gal water...
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Can't remembered where I copied it from but the mounts are basically plate bent at a 90 with about 3" of thread welded to one side. The rack has short pieces of tube welded to the down legs. The thread goes thru the tube and is tightened down with a nut to form a clamp.
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One of my favorites. Camped here several years ago based of an Expo members recommendation.
Smithsonian Butte Byway outside Zion NP. Doesn't cost a thing since it is BLM land and only a couple of folks out here despite Zion being absolutely packed with no camping available. Steep...
My wife and I took off several weeks ago and have now been living in the van since.
The van has worked out great and no major issues so far. Plenty of living space with the futon.
Power the of the 5.4l is lacking at elevation but adequate every where else. Averaging 12MPG with larger tires...
Still feels good.
Yesterday it weighed 6640lbs at the metal recycler. Figure it will be very close to 7000 once everything is in.
If I could have found a nice, clean V10 for a good price I probably would have got that. I couldn't though and do not regret getting this one!
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I was worried too. My inability to weld aluminum decided for me though.
Not sure on exact weight but I was able to get it on and off the van by myself without the wood. With the wood I needed help. Very rough guess would be 100lbs or so. Just a guesstimate though.
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I had planned on copying an Aluminess ladder but ran out of time. We take off on our trip tomorrow!
Would we be cool to use the left over wood when I get a chance to make the ladder!
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APS brand. Came with the van. I was gonna take them off to get some more clearance but they have turned out to be very useful; especially for my short wife!
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$175!
Low as it will go and only for a couple of days before it goes into storage.
Materials for this was over $100! Practically giving it away now.
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Finally finished the roof rack today. Took a lot longer than I planned. It is far from perfect and weighs more than I would like but will work very nicely for holding a solar panel and extra gear while also providing an attachment point for our hammocks and tarp.
Have about $350 in...
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