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Is this type of setup the type where it's better to go a bit overkill on the components then just designing specifically for your needs typically? Where do I even start? Figure out the usage of all my components, then work my way backwards to the inverter and batteries then controller and...

Is there a thread anywhere to read on the basics of a solar setup and trying to figure out what exactly is needed to keep a system going? Essentially I'm looking to setup a small like 17-20" screen and a dvd player in my van eventually down the road. I'm not quite ready to start building but...

How have the top gear motorhomes not made this thread??? If you haven't seen it... http://videos.sapo.pt/VNIGPgkpSNRhRhupEJw8 .

Interesting them on them not being dated... Never knew that at all!!! I'm hoping not this weekend but next I can spend the Sat doing the local junkyard tour to see what kind of goodies may be out there for me to snatch up for this build. It may even be a while till I start anything but if the...

Good to know! Thanks!

Thanks for the reply!!! It's appreciated! I originally was thinking to design something that would fold up against the wall for floor space when not being used as a camping rig that could fold out to a couch and convert to a bed. But then the more I've thought about it, skip the couch for...

Bdog, the original bed you had setup. It folded up correct? Any pictures of it in the upright position? What was the reason for the rebuild? Also, you mention that 18" walkway. Any pictures of the new setup in the upright position since I'm assuming that happens to create the walkway...

I guess I shouldn't say built in but basically I want to buy or build a large cooler and have a dedicated storage spot for it where it's secured and can't move around. I've eyeballed a 3way fridge and I think that's just more then I really need or want to put into it. Just going simple but...

Yeah, I'm just going to pull down one panel eventually before I start doing anything permanent and verify how it's all held up and secured and check to see if there's any vapor barrier in place. I don't really foresee me skipping out of the southwest states much other then maybe a random 1-2...

Grabbed a tape walking out the door this morning. I guess they aren't as far off in height as I thought. The rear is measuring 16" and the front 18". That's just to the bottom of the slide in receiver that I have in both ends right now so measured to the same point on both. The reason they...

LOL, makes me cry seeing that picture as it once was!!! countless miles and about 7 years later, it's not nearly that shiny and BRAND NEW anymore! Still rides great though! Just not as sexy as it once was! And, yes, I obviously have an offroad addiction! Hence the van!!!! Trying to...

LOL That's cheating akrvbob!!! (I've got a '78 Honda C70 in my shed that I'm pretty sure makes it's own fuel! It's never empty!)

Friend of mine that does land speed stuff at El Mirage and Bonneville said the absolute very first thing you do when you hit the flats is pull your mirrors off. Supposedly on the average vehicle the side mirrors are hands down the biggest aero killer out there 2nd to the overall front face of...

I forgot they have some of the big SUV/Truck hybrids out there now! Definitely van material assuming budget wasn't a factor! I laughed when the prius came out touting their amazing MPG capabilities when my '86 Honda Civic was getting like 40mpg around town. I remember my Dad borrowing it for...

I've been using a "Joe Hauler" for about 12 years now. 100% problem free, I've never once had an issue... This setup will occasionally be on the back of the van or even the front. (LOL, this picture is from late '06 when I bought my bike brand new, ignore those gas prices in the background...

Yeah, it definitely does not blend in with the norm that's for sure!

Well, and that's the thing, we all have a different view and need with our rides. I'm learning in my short time here the spectrum of how people use them is really varied... From living in it full time to just a weekend get away tow rig like I plan for mine. So with that said, while I...

I'll try to remember to measure tonight for sure but I can tell you for sure they are not the same height. The front hitch is definitely higher then the rear one simply cause I pulled the trailer out with it hitched to the rear, loaded up the truck, then unhitched it to flip the van around. I...

Thanks! I've always been pretty good at backing trailers but I've always had the luxury of clear line of sight out a back window. I suck at using the mirrors. This Van, well, windows aren't an option. LOL It's like cheating with that hitch up front! And yes, I'm absolutely blown away at...

Again, cause this is all new to me and fresh on my mind... The nerd in me did the math the other night. Current pump prices here in Vegas, my diesel van on average is about $0.05/mile cheaper then my '91 ford exploder. That's basically diesel at $3.79/gal @ 22mpg vs gas $3.29/gal (I think was...