Recent content by labbe66

Tent Sold!

Purchased in 2018. Thule still sells this for $1700. https://www.thule.com/en-us/rooftop-tents-and-accessories/rooftop-tents/thule-tepui-explorer-autana-3-_-901401 Used maybe 30 nights since Still in good usable condition, some wear and tear. Great inexpensive way to get a RTT. All original...

Clean truck! can I ask what brand your android tablet entertainment system is? looks like a clean install. Does it work reliably/any issues?

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Perfect! Thanks!

Where did you get your CAD model of the Tacoma? I'm doing some of my own design work and it would be really helpful to have that. Your flatbed and camper are well designed and executed. Your dedication to your projects and the time planning really shows!

Also, when I lifted my Astro I extended the bumpstops with spacers. I cut lengths of tubing and welded caps to either end. On one end I welded a nut to the inside of the cap so that the bumpstop could screw in. On the other end I threaded the plate and screwed a bolt in from the inside and...

Can you let us know what manufacturer makes the hinges? I'm still working on pop tops for various things and I'd love a hinge source.

I'd build something between 11 and 12. I like the door on the back and I'd add fold down beds to the sides for kids. I'd also use the parts to make a custom sized nose box. I've thought about using them to make a custom box that will fit two bikes and go on a trailer hitch so that the bikes...

Thanks again for all of your time in writing up and explaining your projects. Your response on the tools was just what I needed to get started. If I think of other questions as I start dabbling I'll let you know.

This is very similar to what I'd like to build in the near future but I'd add two fold down platforms on the sides for kid sized beds. My goal is to have something no bigger than my 4 runner slip stream when folded up but still comfortably sleep 4. I also want a small area where I can stand...

Just thought you Astro Van guys out there might like to take a look at the ad I have going on e-bay. http://www.ebay.com/itm/171032395909?item=171032395909&viewitem=&vxp=mtr Thanks and enjoy the show!

mtnmike- Unfortunately the rear bench does not move to the middle position. Also, a mid bench from another van would not swap in without significant fabrication. The bench seats mount into recessed pockets. The captain's chairs mount with protruding studs. I looked into making the change but...

Mtnmike: The locker is the factory GM rear Gov-loc. This isn't the best locker by any means but it does function. Having lived in snow country on a 3/4 mile unplowed driveway I have seen its benefit. It takes some wheel spin to lock but once it does it stays locked until the tires find good...

No rust issues. I haven't had any problems with rust on the fasteners I have touched for the suspension work and the body and chassis are rust free.