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  1. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    Finally got the Raptor Liner on all of the van but the front clip, which I'll be swapping. I'm going hunting for a hood and grille tomorrow. Close up: Fenders came in: Other front clip parts:
  2. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    ARB locker is going in next week. It's gotta happen. I've also been collecting parts for a 08+ front end conversion. Parts I have so far: 08+ radiator cross bar (eBay), 08+ headlight buckets (junkyard), fenders (eBay), upper / lower header panel (used w/ hardware, eBay), 08+ hood latch...
  3. CaptainBuilt

    UJOR Build Thread

    I was wondering myself. Looks great. I may have to do this myself!
  4. CaptainBuilt

    The SHapeSHifter, a work Vuck (vantruck), expedition camper jig.

    I love this. I'm on the hunt for a cab chassis van myself. Great work!
  5. CaptainBuilt

    NEVER QUIT Overland PHOTO GALLERY & Details

    Love this build. I'm curious on how the ride is? Is it bumpy being over the front axle like that? What's the cruising speed? I still would love to stop by and look at it.
  6. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    I have the free Carfax account that tells you the last time a shop serviced your vehicle, and the mileage it was at. You can also add service intervals, etc....I was curious about when was the last time my mileage was reported. Bill Walker Tire in Asheville reported at the time of my wheel...
  7. CaptainBuilt

    UJOR Build Thread

    If I upgrade my 4" lift to 6", do I need new driveshafts? Or the same ones will work?
  8. CaptainBuilt

    Any experience with electric motorcycles

    I have a Xiaomi M365, which is the consumer version of a Bird electric scooter. Can't do any off-roading, but great to zip around town and the campground. They have a 18 mile range. $400
  9. CaptainBuilt

    Pics of your VAN! Post up!

    Nice rig. I'm not full time, yet. Waiting on the wife to kick me out.
  10. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    I'm gonna buy a few meters and see what they do. Did a little beach tour before work: USS Alabama: A view from work. I need more solar panels!
  11. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    I ran my fan and lights all day yesterday and the solar panels kept up with them. When I turned them off, within an hour the charger was back to "float". I'm guessing that maybe they are only pulling what they need? And that shows on the wattage? I dunno. I have a small generator I'm bringing...
  12. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    2 100w panels w/ a Victronon 75/15 charge controller.
  13. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    I STILL haven't got to install the gears yet. Maybe next month.... I had to tackle a more important issue. Power. I travel to South Louisiana for work. And it's hotter than hell, even at night time. After a few days of busting my butt, even tho it didn't look like I did much, here you go...
  14. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    More Deal's Gap camping. Man, it was hot. Can't wait to get that AC up and going. No van pics, just gear and cool stuff. Trying to see what works and what doesn't. One of my buddies Lotus. New stove and pot set works good: My scooter: Back to reality and time to get some work...
  15. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    My van had a few issues that needed fixing. Minor stuff, like the AC. I know HOW to install gears and locker, just don't WANNA. But I'm gonna do it anyway.
  16. CaptainBuilt

    2000 Ford 7.3L Motovan build (225's build cont'd)

    Back home, and another 1700 miles. Never misses a beat. Glad I have AC again. Yea buddy. Now I have to just install it.... booooo.... Motive 4.10's and a ARB air locker.
  17. CaptainBuilt

    E-Scooters. A really good van camping accessory.

    https://www.scootertalk.org/viewtopic.php?f=55&t=405
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