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    FOUND Vans For Sale!

    AMBO sold to 1st person who viewed it.....It was perfect underneath---like out of a time capsule except for the other issues listed
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    UJOR Build Thread

    Welcome Back--nothing like time away with the family. Now back to work as you've have Vans on the lifts, no doubt needing your expertise..... I can think of one in particular (LOL)
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    On the verge... how do I make it real

    Toolman---go easy now I am not talking about your build. You did not start the thread. If you did not understand the point I was making then perhaps others may be confused so I will make it again. I was able to build a brand new (FRESH) 4x4 SMB by starting out with my used SMB 2WD version...
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    On the verge... how do I make it real

    Sounds like you are have educated yourself enough to know that used SMB's in the 2004 range with under 100,000 miles run in the $45-55K range. Turn key ready to go. With all the goodies that you will no doubt want but not want to pay retail for. Having said that when build your own you get all...
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    Cowboy 4X4 ambulance mini mod build

    congrats on a great ambo. Looks so clean. plus you made the incredible drive without incident. May I ask what type of price range they are in for similar 7.3's with no apparent issues? I just don't know if it is something I can afford to entertain..... thanks....and great find...
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    UJOR Build Thread

    one busy shop !!! Chris, just want to check in and see how you are doing on the conversion. Know you are hard at work and the orders keep coming...... Looks like I have a window in Mid July around the 15th, to head out and pick up the VAN if you can sort it all out. Love to make it happen...
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    UJOR Build Thread

    what kind of rv you looking for YOu asked for opinion on Rv to buy. you might want to list what you will be using it for on or off road what length and what price range with list of must have's in it. do you need separate sleeping bed or fold out couch to serve. do you want full bathroom...
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    Thinking about security

    Sportsmobile has a great setup where they put in under floor storage as you mentioned. Most come without a locking mechanism but that can always be changed. Chris at Ujoint is not offering that as a option and they look great plus not much more than doing yourself when all said an done. Have...
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    Another E350 build thread

    smaller tires Hi There, Followed your build and think you did an incredible job. Love the rear dinette and fold down bed it makes. I see you changed to smaller tires. I also have a slider and was going to get 17's thereby having to have the slider door extended. How do you find the smaller...
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    Headlight upgrade?

    thanks for clarification. I ordered the K4300 bulb. Here are the choices they indicated on their web site: 2 HID Bi-Xenon Telescoping Bulbs that are made from the best laser cut glass, are aligned with extreme accuracy and do not emit any ultra violet light that can damage the headlight...
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    1996 E-350 7.3L Zombie van

    I would just drop it off at Ujoint and let Chris at Ujoint do his magic on it. I have found from others that at the end of the day it does not cost much more to have the master (Chris) do the whole job in and out the door ready to be used without any issues popping up down the road. Money well...
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    Headlight upgrade?

    Please forgive my ignorance. I don't know what "K's" are in reference to??? If you let me know I will inquire Other members of the sportsmobile forum were helpful in recommending these to me. I would think that once Chris at Ujoint installs them he would be happy to share his thoughts on...
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    Headlight upgrade?

    I just replaced the sealed beams in my 2000 E-350 with this set up from Highperformancebulbs.com You can email them and they will give you other ideas but this one worked best for my purposes. Pilot Automotive 6054 WI-HL5A 1 59.99 Sealed Beam Headlight Conversion Kit Part #...
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    UJOR Build Thread

    aux tank OK Sounds great. Having a gauge is always best for my small brain, but I don't know how much more involved that is over an external float gauge on exterior of tank. Either way works for me as long I as I can get a reading someway somehow. copes
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    "Jackur" 2003 Ford E350 Diesel 4X4 Build.

    That is so cool. looks like it will fit a family of 5 up top.
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