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07-23-2020, 09:13 PM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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Removed the rest of the kitchen cabinets today...
Removed the rest of the kitchen cabinets today along with the heater. Just have the carpets and the headliner left to remove.
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07-23-2020, 12:16 AM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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Should have the rest of the interior out by this...
Should have the rest of the interior out by this weekend. Then it will be some cleaning and touching up holes from the million screws used to hold this van together.
Some plans for the build...
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07-23-2020, 12:13 AM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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eightup
After 5 years I have returned with some progress...
After 5 years I have returned with some progress and a complete lack of memory about starting this original build thread :facepalm:
I did half way finish putting the the new flooring. Which...
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Tweaks, Mods & Projects
07-23-2020, 12:03 AM
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Xplorer Xtravan Complete Rebuild
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eightup
Please remove. thanks
Please remove. thanks
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07-23-2020, 12:01 AM
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Xplorer Xtravan Complete Rebuild
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eightup
Xplorer Xtravan Complete Rebuild
Already had a build thread going... whoops
Maybe a mod could delete this for me please?
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
09-24-2015, 06:03 PM
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Hey guys
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eightup
Being a 2000, you should have the fuel injected...
Being a 2000, you should have the fuel injected 360. Which would be a better starting base. Do the usual tune up stuff such as spark plugs, plug wires, distributor cap, air filter, oil change, and...
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09-08-2015, 01:15 AM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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eightup
The bike was going on there either way. Later on...
The bike was going on there either way. Later on I will build a better carrier since this one was a bit of a rush job.
Rest of the subfloor is screwed down. Think I will leave that little...
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Tweaks, Mods & Projects
09-07-2015, 08:55 PM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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I want to say it is a 1 ton, but I haven't really...
I want to say it is a 1 ton, but I haven't really ran any numbers to confirm this. The 300# number was pulled from the van's owners manual so the RV conversion company could have rated it low or it...
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Computers, Internet, Tech stuff
09-07-2015, 08:14 PM
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Good ol' chkdsk
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eightup
If you are wanting to speed that up even more. ...
If you are wanting to speed that up even more. Look into a solid state hard drive. Then your bootup will be finished before you have time to pour that first cup of coffee. I put one in my laptop...
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General Discussion Forum
09-07-2015, 08:10 PM
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Why Do I Need To Carry A Spare Tire
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I am a fan of carrying a spare tire. Mostly...
I am a fan of carrying a spare tire. Mostly because I don't like to be stuck broken down on the side of the road. As someone mentioned, a spare is a definite requirement because I like to get off...
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
09-07-2015, 07:59 PM
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Less than 22' Class B New Member
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eightup
Hi and welcome to the forum. I've only been...
Hi and welcome to the forum. I've only been doing the campervan thing for about 5 months now so my practical experience is still limited but I think I can offer a bit of help.
Since you aren't...
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Tweaks, Mods & Projects
09-07-2015, 07:45 PM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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eightup
I was hoping to not be the only one wanting...
I was hoping to not be the only one wanting laminate floors. It should be a pretty straight forward install once I get the subfloor in. The laminate I have is a floating floor, so I shouldn't need...
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09-07-2015, 04:40 PM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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eightup
It's a Suzuki DRZ400. So it weighs about 330lbs....
It's a Suzuki DRZ400. So it weighs about 330lbs. Rated tongue load is 300lbs i think but it could use some better springs for the rear since it sags loaded. Ive already put about 5000 miles on the...
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09-05-2015, 05:43 PM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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eightup
Once the wood floors are complete then the carpet...
Once the wood floors are complete then the carpet will get replaced starting from the front. Along with ripping out the rest of the interior and rebuilding it as I go.
Future mods:
Roof rack...
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09-05-2015, 05:39 PM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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eightup
Right now I am in the process of pulling out some...
Right now I am in the process of pulling out some of the old interior to redesign it. Hopefully I can create a more efficient floor plan for myself and better utilize the space there is.
Floor...
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09-05-2015, 05:38 PM
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Marceline's Build Thread
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eightup
Marceline's Build Thread
Hey Everyone,
This is Marceline, my 1988 Dodge Explorer, picked her up out in Virginia back around May and have been traveling around since.
...
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
09-04-2015, 12:48 PM
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Hey guys
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eightup
Where do you guys post build threads? My van is...
Where do you guys post build threads? My van is getting some work done so i might as well post it up
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
09-04-2015, 12:46 PM
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Hey guys
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eightup
The 4bt is essentially the same as the 5.9...
The 4bt is essentially the same as the 5.9 cummins. Just with two less cylinders. 330ft/lbs of torque and incredible mpgs.
Yea sometimes they are tough to find. I will probably end up buying...
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
09-03-2015, 10:54 PM
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Hey guys
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eightup
Your assumption would be incorrect. It is a...
Your assumption would be incorrect. It is a carbed 360. And she is terrible both in mileage and going uphill. Best I have done is 11.5ish mpg. There is definitely more I need to do tune up wise...
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Welcome Wagon - New Member Intros
09-03-2015, 07:00 PM
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Hey guys
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2,790
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eightup
Hey guys
Hi everyone,
I'm just joining the forum with my 1988 Dodge Explorer. I picked her up back in April and have been living in it ever since. Came on here to learn about all the cool things I want...
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