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Bbasso
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As for the 'extra' port on the fuel tank I was advised not to use that by Greg at the place I bought my Espar heater from. He strongly recommended using the pickup that comes in the kit and drilling a hole for it.
Here is a link to the pictures I have from when I installed my Espar heater pick up. http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/3946930-post183.html
Here is a link to the pictures I have from when I installed my Espar heater pick up. http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/3946930-post183.html
My last project was also a lowrider ford, a little older though.... I have a problem, I like to take older cars and stuff newer drivetrains in them. So of course I spent a ton of money and then lost my *** when it came time to sell it, typical toys.... ugh I guess I didn't learn my lesson though because I turned right around and did it again when I built the Lunchbox!...haha oh well, they're fun
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I woke up early last Thursday, picked up my brother, then headed to the rental car company. Rental cars are $$$ for a one way trip, but it was cheaper than flying. Plus we had the option of driving tye rental back if the van ended up being a turd.
Our lovely rental.
Some scenery on the way there.
I drove the whole way. It ended up being around 16hrs to get there with the few stops. The rental got great mpg.
We grabbed a motel room. To our surprise there was an event setting up next door. "Rockabilly Reunion" So me and my brother stashed a few beers in our pockets and went to check it out. It was only the setup, but there were a few cars there already and a ton of vendors.
The next morning we headed to the dealer. The van started easily. There is a few minor scratches that could be buffed out. Overall it was in great shape for a 10yr old vehicle.
They drove us to California to sign some paperwork, something about an out lf state sale to save on taxes.
We did some minor sight seeing before we left.
London Bridge
I'm jealous of everyone being able to drive their utv's on the road, the wide open places to ride and camp, etc.
Then we headed back home.
My fancy dashcam setup. "AutoBoy BlackBox" I recommend it to anyone looking to turn an old phone into a dashcam
*EDIT*
More importantly, TorquePro to monitor some vitals.
The oil/coolant temp stayed within 10° of each other. Turbo spooled up good. Injectors all buzzed. Everything went pretty smoothly.
Me and my brother took turns driving home. A truckstop pillow aided in some decent sleep. We were gone for almost exactly 48hrs, 2100+ miles.
We averaged 16mpg on the way home. Pretty decent. Most of the miles were on i10 with a 80mph speed limit. It did better when my brother was driving though, I go the speed limit and he tends to drive 5-10mph over.
I've been driving it around some the last few days. I'm extremely happy with the purchase.
Our lovely rental.
Some scenery on the way there.
I drove the whole way. It ended up being around 16hrs to get there with the few stops. The rental got great mpg.
We grabbed a motel room. To our surprise there was an event setting up next door. "Rockabilly Reunion" So me and my brother stashed a few beers in our pockets and went to check it out. It was only the setup, but there were a few cars there already and a ton of vendors.
The next morning we headed to the dealer. The van started easily. There is a few minor scratches that could be buffed out. Overall it was in great shape for a 10yr old vehicle.
They drove us to California to sign some paperwork, something about an out lf state sale to save on taxes.
We did some minor sight seeing before we left.
London Bridge
I'm jealous of everyone being able to drive their utv's on the road, the wide open places to ride and camp, etc.
Then we headed back home.
My fancy dashcam setup. "AutoBoy BlackBox" I recommend it to anyone looking to turn an old phone into a dashcam
*EDIT*
More importantly, TorquePro to monitor some vitals.
The oil/coolant temp stayed within 10° of each other. Turbo spooled up good. Injectors all buzzed. Everything went pretty smoothly.
Me and my brother took turns driving home. A truckstop pillow aided in some decent sleep. We were gone for almost exactly 48hrs, 2100+ miles.
We averaged 16mpg on the way home. Pretty decent. Most of the miles were on i10 with a 80mph speed limit. It did better when my brother was driving though, I go the speed limit and he tends to drive 5-10mph over.
I've been driving it around some the last few days. I'm extremely happy with the purchase.
Some threads I browsed through when setting up TorquePro
http://www.powerstroke.org/forum/general-6-0l-discussion/632426-torque-pro-app-exactly-pids.html
http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1332246-torque-pro-app-installing-and-using.html
http://www.powerstroke.org/forum/general-6-0l-discussion/632426-torque-pro-app-exactly-pids.html
http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1332246-torque-pro-app-installing-and-using.html
I had the spare laying around from my old work truck. 265/70/17 Cooper ST Maxx. They slightly rubbed occasionally on a stock Chevrolet 2500 4x4. I put it next to the van out of curiosity.
It doesn't quite fit.
I'd love to go with a 265/75/16 AT tire. It looks like leveling the front would give me enough room. I'd prefer not to use a coil spacer, but it looks like MaxxLift does make one for the van. Can anyone recommend a taller spring to give me an extra 1½" or so? Preferably a similar weight rating so that the ride doesnt get harsher.
It doesn't quite fit.
I'd love to go with a 265/75/16 AT tire. It looks like leveling the front would give me enough room. I'd prefer not to use a coil spacer, but it looks like MaxxLift does make one for the van. Can anyone recommend a taller spring to give me an extra 1½" or so? Preferably a similar weight rating so that the ride doesnt get harsher.
villageidiot327
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On my 1/2 ton van I put 3/4 ton hd moog springs, gave me 1 1/2" of lift and I fit a 265/70-16 tire on 16x8 wheels.
I hooked up to the trailer we keep our car club stuff in to head to our monthly meeting. It looks like I'm ready to go to church camp.
Somehow this evolved into Camp Anawanna, so I did this quick photoshop lol.
And a reminder to everyone what Camp Anawanna is.
https://youtu.be/s-SE96Q9dDU
Somehow this evolved into Camp Anawanna, so I did this quick photoshop lol.
And a reminder to everyone what Camp Anawanna is.
https://youtu.be/s-SE96Q9dDU
Bbasso
Expedition goofball
Why are you hesitant?
They fit, with just a little rubbing at full lock... or get a hammer to massage the fenders a little.
My pictures: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/17756-Pics-of-your-VAN!-Post-up!?p=2032415#post2032415
I want to level it anyways. Moog coils are only $100~ plus the cost to align it.
I have to finish up my taxes to see how much more I owe Uncle Sam and then I'll start ordering bits and pieces.
I havent posted in here in a long time. Things change. Life happens. Blah blah.
Instead of throwing money at the van I decided to buy a travel trailer and make memories with the family. Money well spent so far. We get at least a trip a month in the camper.
Besides that I added a coolant filter. A Mishimoto 6.4 kit had plenty of hose and there bracket lined up with the holes on the water seperator underneath pretty closely.
Wired in a fan clutch bypass switch to turn the fan on at the bottom of a grade. Extremely easy and makes a world of difference on temps.
Wifey bought me a tuner last week for my birthday. I loaded up the canned street tune and Im babying for now. The power difference is mind blowing. I've been emailing Gearhead back and forth and should have my custom tunes this week.
Instead of throwing money at the van I decided to buy a travel trailer and make memories with the family. Money well spent so far. We get at least a trip a month in the camper.
Besides that I added a coolant filter. A Mishimoto 6.4 kit had plenty of hose and there bracket lined up with the holes on the water seperator underneath pretty closely.
Wired in a fan clutch bypass switch to turn the fan on at the bottom of a grade. Extremely easy and makes a world of difference on temps.
Wifey bought me a tuner last week for my birthday. I loaded up the canned street tune and Im babying for now. The power difference is mind blowing. I've been emailing Gearhead back and forth and should have my custom tunes this week.
FYI Gearhead wouldnt write a street tune for the van. I respect that they were truthful with me about it instead of just trying to sell me something he was unsure of. They were real helpful and answered all my questions.
I did get his 8k tow tune. After driving with it some the shifts feel a lot better. It will be a few weeks before I tow anything again though.
I just messaged Innovative about a street tune.
I did get his 8k tow tune. After driving with it some the shifts feel a lot better. It will be a few weeks before I tow anything again though.
I just messaged Innovative about a street tune.