Didn't think of the Grease being an issue until you made that point. Someone on another forum sent me some tank covers but they don't cover the hoses, looks like I'll have to address that too. And I think your right about the tires sticking out a **** hair, might look into some fender flares.

Actually, the reason the tires were spinning is because I was turning the wheel over too soon and it was catching on the curb. I guess my tires didn't like the idea of pushing 14,000lbs up a hill backwards and forcing the front of the van to jump the curb!!

I've been checking out solar panels here sparingly, I have a big job of powering both the Van and Trailer with batteries coming up, still have some more planning on doing before I commit to once particular system.

Thanks man!!

Do it! These are so much more versatile than I originally thought.

I think the total length is just shy of 52ft. Trailer is 32' from hitch to the back, and the van is 19'6". I think I actually need a different permit for anything over 50ft but oh well!

My Converter loves me!!

Bingo, nothing like hoping out of the window. I actually have alot more room that I thought I'd have jumping out the window like that. I thought I'd have to suck in my stomach and what not but turns out I have lots of room to get out.

Thanks!!

 

Small update,
Got the Banks IQ to monitor engine performance, so far so good. Have a couple issues with it but overall works great and it's awesome to be able to read all the engine parameters when necessary. I have had two issues so far with it, first being that the IQ doesn't like to turn on and off with the Key on switch. I have to disconnect it from the OBDII port and re-connect it sometimes 3-4 times before it gets a hard link and starts transmitting engine data. Second smaller issue is there are some bad pixelations on their screen. I called them and they are aware of both of the problems and informed me to just sent it back in for a new one. Not a hug problem but still kinda sucks.

Anyways, I ordered a bunch of parts
-Tranny cooler
-Shift kit
-Deep Pan
-Kennedy Lift Pump
However I just had shoulder surgery and won't be able to install them for a little while. However I did get some new seats and for those I couldn't wait to install them so I did that today...

Here are the two seat bases...
One on the left is for the drivers-side and the one on the right is passenger with 360 swivel.


Drivers seat:


Here's where the adapter plate bolts onto the seat base...

And then the seat pedestal that I swapped off the stock seats. It's needed to clear the airbag sensors that are underneath the drivers seat, passenger seat not such a big deal but you would be riding low without it!! Lol


Side by side comparo of the seats:


Quick view of the front with the seat pulled, you can see the sensors underneath the drivers seats as well as the seat belt sensor. Which reminds me I had to swap those over onto the new seats. No biggie, pretty simple.



And here's with both seats in and hooked up:







Passenger seat turned 180 and at a 120 to face the driver. I can spin the seats ok but its easier to do it with the passenger door open so doing so while moving won't be possible.







I haven't used them much but so far they are super super comfortable and the arm-rest is real nice after having driven so long without one!
Anyways, that's it for now.
I'm gonna get a little metal work done tomorrow and if it goes well I might paint the van afterwards. I have this stupid idea for a paint job...won't say anything until it's done just in case I chicken out and don't do it!! Lol

 

looking good man

 

I'd think i'll fall asleep driving in those seats, lol.

 

You should start a post on Expedition Portal Forum for this thing. Those guys would love it.

 

Is this the position for road head ? LOL Sorry, first thing that crossed my mind..

 

Careful, he might ask you if you want a ride...

 

Sooo... you wanna ride?

 

Thanks bud!

Hope not!! Lol

**** yeah!! .......

Actually I signed up on that forum this summer but haven't revisted since because those guys are hard-core!! Lol
I got some interior work to do before I can hold a candle to those people!! haha

I stopped by Ramaro's today...he took my bumper and my hood....

 

Sweet!!! Now I have something to put under my short block when I tear it down...