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Thanks for the feedback so far! It's definitely giving me a lot to consider. My van is not very tall with only a 1" body lift. I am considering removing the body lift and going with a 2" suspension lift. I don't have a justifiable use case for anything greater. I would love to have a...

Any more information about these tents in the USA? I did notice a page on their website where they have run into shipping/import issues due to cost. Looks like they won't ship until they have enough orders to fill a crate/container. I see they will be an exhibitor at the Overland Expos.

I saw something mentioned in a thread over at the Sprinter-Forum and wanted to float it out here for discussion. Has anyone installed or considered the electric radiant floor heating film as shown here to help supplement the comfort of the cabin during cold weather...

I attempted searching but I'm not sure the search function is working... I'm curious to know how well a furnace heats the interior of a pop-up truck camper when outdoor air temps. are in the upper 20*F or low 30*F range? Does the fabric top offer enough of a barrier or would it be running...

Has anyone ever put a roof top tent (RTT) on a full-size van? If so, did it work out or is the vehicle too tall for this to be a suitable choice? My van has worked out great for the wife and I over the past couple years. In it's current configuration, it seats 4 comfortably/legally, sleeps...

From what I know, the Chevy vans are not as DIY 4x4 conversion friendly as the Ford vans. I believe Quigley 4x4 fabricates a custom subframe in order to use a Silverado front axle. In stock form, nothing to knowledge, is easily swapped to one of these Express AWD vans. I think there is 1...

Since the conversion, I've had no complaints. For the record, the front diff. is a GM 7.25". As I mention in my lengthy response to jknight, it is the same front diff. as they put in the S10 and other light GM SUVs so I haven't been rock crawling. I have been through plowed fields, rutted...

I wanted to take a moment to update this thread, answer some questions for archival purposes, and apologize for being MIA. Life happened and my time had to be focused in other directions. Forum member jknight sent me a private message and with his permission I am posting my response here for...

I would be interested in hearing anyone's experiences with the molded, fiberglass, lightweight travel trailers. Name brands include: - Casita - Scamp/Boler - Escape - ParkLiner - Trillium - Egg Camper - Oliver - misc. others I'm mostly interested in the 15-17' sizes that can sleep 4. I want...

What kind of interior height does everyone enjoy with an ambulance conversion of a Ford E-chassis? I know there are different styles and makes of bodies but I'm just interested to get a ball park figure. Information I've found online is 72" unless it is a taller Sprinter type chassis. I'm...

I've tried to do some googling but always end up with websites for truck bed campers or dedicated DIY travel trailer builds. Has anyone seen or built a stand alone "pod" that is tall enough for a 6'+ adult to stand in that would roll, slide or lift into a utility trailer? I have a 5x8' tilt...

Update: I took the battery into NAPA to have it tested and it came back as a bad battery. Since it was still under a prorated warranty I just replaced it with a new unit. I'm curious to know if it was an issue with being sulfated or it was a dead/open cell. I should probably pick up a more...

I'm sorting out a battery/electrical issue with my van. The van has been sitting more than I like and sat most of the winter in pretty severe temps. It wouldn't start on Sunday so I threw a charger on it (10 amp) for a few hours to get it started. Ran it, drove it around, came home and parked...

So you use the Bulldog brand jack that the foot is interchangeable? What brand of jack uses a pneumatic tire? All I see is polymer.

I'm weighing the pros and cons of trailer tongue jacks with a solid foot versus a swivel wheel. Are there any "rules" that dictate what should be used or is it purely preference? I have a 5x8' dual use trailer and the current jack needs to be replaced. The wheel is seized so it is like it is...

I acquired a used 5x8' cargo trailer that needs some repairs and mods as I convert it to a triple use utility, kayak/canoe and camping trailer. I would do more fishing around home and be inclined to take boats with us on trips if I had an easier way to transport my canoe and/or kayak. Right...

I apologize if it is bad form to dig up my own thread 3 years later but I'm just now getting to this project! Over the 3 years the clear coating has almost been completely stripped off the box. When you guys used the Krylon product, what finish did you use? I'm thinking gloss might repel...

I pondered a similar question years ago when I bought my Express. The Sprinters are cool and a high-top version would be nice and look better (I'm 6'2") but I've been happy with my Express. Benefits of the Express AWD - a budget, selectable 4x4 conversion is possible - very good in the snow...

This weekend I just acquired a new-to-me utility trailer. My father upgraded his tractor and mower over the years and the trailer he had was no longer big enough to move any of it so he handed it down to me. The trailer needs to be restored and I'm trying to figure out some features that may...

Thanks for the replies. I figured the windows would be one of the bigger challenges. Here's my initial plan: - Homemade Reflectix window panels (snap-in or can press into the window cutout) - Curtain behind front seats (wanted a curtain anyway for privacy) - Replace door seals (some of them...