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Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-16-2020, 12:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,436
Posted By angelmroman
Freedom Freedom Freedom

Freedom Freedom Freedom
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-27-2020, 05:39 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,020
Posted By angelmroman
Hey Booster Stock Bilsteins. While the ride...

Hey Booster

Stock Bilsteins. While the ride did improve, I felt more could be done. The Sumos were in contact with lower control arm (see pic). I read the Moogs would provide at least a 2” lift....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-27-2020, 05:25 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,020
Posted By angelmroman
“ MotoMetal on the other hand did not respond to...

“ MotoMetal on the other hand did not respond to multiple phone calls or online inquiries, but I do like their wheels.”...jamesv999

Hey jamesv999.

I did get an online response from Moto Metal....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-27-2020, 05:06 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,020
Posted By angelmroman
Hey Booster. 37” at the Wheel Wells....

Hey Booster.

37” at the Wheel Wells. Initially, had 55 PSI in front. Gradually lowered PSI for max comfort. 40 PSI is working nicely for now. May bump it up a bit in future. Total lift of 4 1/2”...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 09-27-2020, 04:30 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,020
Posted By angelmroman
I did Bilstein Shocks, Sumos and Moog 81004 Coils...

I did Bilstein Shocks, Sumos and Moog 81004 Coils in Front. Bilsteins and Sumos in the rear. The Moogs raised the Nose 4”. The Sumos raised the rear 1 1/2”. KO2s added an additional 1/2” all around....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-21-2020, 03:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,815
Posted By angelmroman
New Roadtreks available

Sunshine State RVs in Gainesville, Florida has new Roadtrek inventory from the Rapido Group. They are still using Ecotrek Lithium Batteries. Hopefully, the parasitic current draw has been...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-29-2019, 12:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,925
Posted By angelmroman
Hey booster The Batteries are in Float by...

Hey booster

The Batteries are in Float by mid-day in KW. If there are several consecutive days of mostly Cloudy Skies (It happens ;-)), the Solar Controller reads MPPT frequently. After parking...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-28-2019, 10:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,925
Posted By angelmroman
After eating entirely too much Turkey, Ham and...

After eating entirely too much Turkey, Ham and Sides (Dessert will be later. MUCH later :-)), went out to the Van and preformed another Test. Batteries at Rest were 95% (Turned off Solar earlier).
...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-28-2019, 09:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,417
Posted By angelmroman
Recently, I noticed the smell of Propane at the...

Recently, I noticed the smell of Propane at the rear of the Van (2005 RT210). Went to the local Propane Vendor and the Tech, at my request, pressurized the Tank and Tested for leaks. Found a leak at...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-27-2019, 11:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,925
Posted By angelmroman
“ I have now dialed it back to 120 amps on normal...

“ I have now dialed it back to 120 amps on normal charge and 180 amps on fast charge”...booster

Really interesting. How are you able to do this? What Hardware was used?

Thanks again ;-)
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-27-2019, 08:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,925
Posted By angelmroman
Hey booster “ The 67% of capacity is the...

Hey booster

“ The 67% of capacity is the 167amps you measured compared the rated amps of the alternator, so the % of capacity of the alternator”...booster

Ok. I misunderstood. I thought you...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-27-2019, 05:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,925
Posted By angelmroman
Thanks booster for all your previous advice. ...

Thanks booster for all your previous advice.

A couple of points were raise...

“The alternator in the pic says Delphi so would likely be a GM based aftermarket unit “...booster.

Correct....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-24-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,925
Posted By angelmroman
Alternator upgrade

Just ran a Test on the 250 Amp GM Alternator that I had installed (vs 145 Stock). Ran a 2/0 Welding Cable to the Bank of 4 AGM Batteries (5400 Watts) at rear of the Van. Fused at 200 DC Amps....
Forum: General Discussion Forum 11-10-2019, 12:54 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 13,488
Posted By angelmroman
I recently purchased a set of BFG KO2’s for my...

I recently purchased a set of BFG KO2’s for my 2005 RT210. I went a bit larger with LT265/75R16.

As booster said, you can run lower pressures because of the larger Capacity of the bigger Tire. I’m...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 10-23-2019, 09:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,974
Posted By angelmroman
First Driving Impressions of a 2020 AWD Transit Chassis

Short Video (6 mins) on first Driving Impressions of the 2020 Ford Transit Chassis. This one is a Prototype. AWD with EcoBoost. Pleasantly surprised to see several settings on the AWD and that it...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 08-11-2019, 02:09 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 46,907
Posted By angelmroman
Hey booster. Thanks again for all of your...

Hey booster. Thanks again for all of your Recommendations in the past :-).

1). The first Photo was taken after the initial Upgrade (Bilsteins and Sumos). The Sumos were bright yellow in color. Ran...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 08-11-2019, 12:16 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 46,907
Posted By angelmroman
Following the Lead of other Chevy Owners on this...

Following the Lead of other Chevy Owners on this Forum, had these upgrades done;
1). Bilstein Shocks
2). Sumo Bump Stops

The increase in Ride comfort was DRAMATIC. The Sumos raised the rear 1...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 04-16-2019, 11:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,692
Posted By angelmroman
Well done Booster!

Well done Booster!
Forum: General Discussion Forum 03-05-2019, 11:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,574
Posted By angelmroman
Also the ability to swivel BOTH front seats. That...

Also the ability to swivel BOTH front seats. That and the 2nd Alternator make it even MORE attractive for the DIYers ;-)
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-06-2019, 11:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,272
Posted By angelmroman
I joined RV.net in 2004. I read about “Tioga &...

I joined RV.net in 2004. I read about “Tioga & George” through them and avidly followed his Adventures. He was truly my first inspiration to buy an RV someday and enjoy the Lifestyle.

Thanks for...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 02-01-2019, 02:37 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 68,225
Posted By angelmroman
It’s Official....

Already Posted ;-)
Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-30-2019, 02:33 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,160
Posted By angelmroman
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Forum: General Discussion Forum 01-08-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,548
Posted By angelmroman
“Until this thread, I was even hearing rumors of...

“Until this thread, I was even hearing rumors of the demise of the Transit as a basis for class "b's". Glad to hear the rumors aren't true”.

Yes. Thankfully, those rumors aren’t true. WGO shot...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-29-2018, 08:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,548
Posted By angelmroman
Ok. I get that you’re not a fan of the Chevy... ...

Ok. I get that you’re not a fan of the Chevy...

But, just to fact-check you...

More POWER for the Promaster??? Try 342 HP-373 ft-lbs Torque for the Chevy vs 280 HP-260 ft-lbs Torque for the...
Forum: General Discussion Forum 12-21-2018, 10:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,548
Posted By angelmroman
The RT HAVEN to be unveiled at Tampa RV Show

Just received an email from RT. They’re unveiling their newest Model...The HAVEN, built on the Transit Chassis. IMO, this is the end of the Chevy Models :-( .
I’ll be there :-)
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