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I am a member of the ski patrol at a small ski area and I'm looking into buying a VHF radio to use out there. The radios supplied by the patrol are something similar to the Motorola HT750 (below) and operate around 151 MHz. The area that I need to Tx/Rx is less than a mile in diameter...

I've found a couple jerry can threads where people have commented that the Harbor Frieight Midwest Can Co. jerry cans are decent for $40 containers: http://www.harborfreight.com/5-gallon-jerry-can-99551.html Just curious if anyone has any long term experience and could comment? Are they...

I've been looking through the "Post Your Build" thread and haven't really found what I'm looking for. The idea of a trailer behind my fullsize van is becoming more attractive but a full-blown expedition trailer is well beyond my needs. After really analyzing, I think I need a "Utility Trailer...

I'm converting my fullsize van into a camper and I'm getting close to starting to build the cabinetry. First thing will be a kitchen unit that can lift out when I need the van to be able to haul cargo. I've been taking some ideas from here: Green Dog Campers (in Ireland) My build won't be...

Just curious about what others have installed in the dashes of their vans. My Chevy Express has the OEM CD/FM/AM double-din head unit but it has a couple issues. I bought some new front and rear speakers and will have to run wires for the rear. That means I need to pull the head unit to...

I wanted to throw this out to the AWD Express and Astro/Safari guys on the board to see if I'm in the minority. Has anyone with an AWD front differential/carrier (GM 7.2" IFS used in the Express and Astro/Safari vans) had issues yet with carrier bearings? I've been chasing front-end drivetrain...

Is there a preferred method of getting wires through the firewall in these vans? I'm installing some PIAA lights on the bumper of my van (2005 Chevy Express) and need to pass the connectors for the harnesses into the cabin. There is a rubber boot around the main wiring cluster that has space...

Does anyone here use a radio in their vehicle that is mounted in a "Go Box", "Go Kit", "Jump Kit" or "EMCOMM" (emergency communication) box? Something like pictured below: http://www.hawaiirepeaters.net/radiokit/black/rick.html http://www.northbrevardarc.org/gokits3.htm I have a Yaesu...

I'm playing with the idea of adding some level of portable solar power to the van. I do not want to hard mount to the roof and not sure how I would transport a rigid panel safely. I like the idea of something that can be rolled or folded up to be stowed and I like the idea of being able to...

I'm trying to figure out if Bilstein 5100 shocks will fit a 2005 Express Van. I've never sized shocks for a "custom" application so I'm hoping to get a little guidance. http://www.bilsteinus.com/products/lifted-truck-off-road/5100-series-shocks.html (p. 13) I know the OEM specs for the...

Has anyone adjusted the parking brake on a Chevy Express van? Mine is a 2005 with 4 wheel disk brakes. I referred to my Chilton's manual and it shows a threaded adjustment inline with the cable along the frame rail. I don't have an adjustment like that so the newer Express vans must be...

I'll be needing a rack on top of my van soon for bulky, light items (cargo box, canoe, etc.). It appears I have 3 options: 1. Thule 300 gutter mount feet with cross bars 2. "custom" tracks permanently installed on the roof to use with their track mounts. 3. "Custom" gutter clamps bolted...

I have another thread going in the Storage Solutions about in-vehicle lockable storage and thought maybe this is another audience I could target. I have a 2005 Chevy Express that has zero lockable storage so I'm considering options from Tuffy, Smittybilt, etc. as well as modifying and mounting...

I'm interested to see solutions people have come up with for secure, lockable storage for items like important documents, money, a handgun, etc. in their vehicles. I'm considering both removable or fixed boxes. I'm building out a Chevy Express cargo van to be a light campervan and one thing...

A question for those who have done a DIY install of a house battery: Is your battery on the frame and if so, is it enclosed to keep "crud" off of the connections? Is that a concern I should have? Do you just put the battery in a marine battery box and call it a day? I'm building up a...

Nothing is ever easy! So what do van converters do when the mounting points of a major component (like a sofa bed) line up with the frame rails of the van? I have my sofa bed in the van (an Atwood manual frame) and have been playing with positioning. I'm setting the interior up like a...

I found this document online and thought it could be helpful to someone here: http://www.gmupfitter.com/publicat/2005_BB/2005_GMT800_CK.pdf (34MB) I own a full-size Chevy van and there aren't many aftermarket accessories available (e.g. bull bars, etc.) but there is plenty out there for the...

I thought someone may find this useful: http://www.gmupfitter.com/publicat/2005_BB/2005_GMT800_CK.pdf I'm sure everyone else here who has a Chevy van can testify that finding info and/or aftermarket accessories our vans is difficult or don't exist. I've also heard the the vans share frames...

Anyone here using Virgin Mobile phones and services? My contract just expired with Verizon and I'm looking to save money. My current Verizon phone is costing me $50/mo. for a basic voice/text plan and I give it limited use: - I get limited/no signal at work - Work commute is via train and...

Just an FYI for everyone - Sears is having an online only sale that includes the Auto Dept. and marine batteries. There is also an online coupon code to save $10 off of $75: code: SAVENOW (expires 4/14) I just bought a Group 31 (PM1) Diehard Platinum for pickup at a local Sears for $213...