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    Are there any Promaster drivers utilizing a brush...

    Are there any Promaster drivers utilizing a brush guard on the front? There are not too many options or there. But if you have one you like, I'm open to options
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    Do you remember where you got it? I can't find...

    Do you remember where you got it? I can't find one with Googling.
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    I missed getting this from FB marketplace. I've...

    I missed getting this from FB marketplace. I've Googled and can't find it online. Would have made a good storage spot on top without being as wide as a normal ski box (which I'd have trouble fitting...
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    Thanks for the additional context and info. My...

    Thanks for the additional context and info. My summer goal is to get this all down on paper, as well as experiment on trips with my van. I'm not worried about current needs, but want to learn and...
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    I was researching capacity recently and found...

    I was researching capacity recently and found this video. Based on comments and # of views, I think it is all good info.

    https://youtu.be/zTi_NQzUZvc?si=1OHW_z8p-0xssc-X
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    Thanks guys for the input. And agree Apex,...

    Thanks guys for the input. And agree Apex, outside storage or adequate venting will be reviewed.
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    Schralph, I pulled the trigger....so what size...

    Schralph, I pulled the trigger....so what size propane tank are you using? I'd like to use something small, like a 5lb'er, but I don't want to be refilling too often. Mostly normal camping season...
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    Thanks for the Starlink info.

    Thanks for the Starlink info.
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    I really don't want to support Elon, but who is...

    I really don't want to support Elon, but who is using Starlink? Can you buy the rv/mobile version and service and use it at home? I wouldn't pay the $120 a month for just camping service - but if I...
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    I can't find photos now, but it's the Jayco Swift...

    I can't find photos now, but it's the Jayco Swift 20T model. Thor Tellaro, Entegra Ethos, and Winnebago Travato 59k all have the same Floorplan. My wife was vetoing anything with the bath right next...
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    Van newby and total convert. As others have said,...

    Van newby and total convert. As others have said, I didn't believe it would be as good as it is. Ours has wet bath in the back with holding tanks (not a cassette toilet). Twin beds that convert to a...
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    Thanks, I had that one on the list. Good to hear...

    Thanks, I had that one on the list. Good to hear the positive review.
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    Which firebox do you have? From the placement of...

    Which firebox do you have? From the placement of the chairs, it appears to put out a good bit of heat.
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    I just bought a new Jayco Swift 20T - 33% off the...

    I just bought a new Jayco Swift 20T - 33% off the MSRP. A buddy bought a similar van, but a 2024 model, not quite 30% off MSRP. Just for reference points. I had heard 33% is a standard "good deal"...
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    Spouse and I vehicle. I would build myself,...

    Spouse and I vehicle.

    I would build myself, but then I'd be solo as she won't pee in a bucket. I've actually talked her back down from class C to this (as long as it has dedicated bath that is...
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    Looking at class B vans from Winnebago (Travato),...

    Looking at class B vans from Winnebago (Travato), Thor (Sequence/Tellaro/Twist), Jayco (Swift) or Entegra (Ethos)(sub brand of Jayco?).

    All of these are the same floorplan, bath in the back, and...
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    This seems perfect for a mag. 103k miles,...

    This seems perfect for a mag.

    103k miles, diesel, heater, solar and a decently built out interior. But a salvaged title. If you are handy is think this could rock. Obviously need an inspection...
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    Nice idea with the white over the black.

    Nice idea with the white over the black.
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    Thought the maggots would appreciate this one ...

    Thought the maggots would appreciate this one

    Facebook marketplace in Ronan, MThttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220624/c58f3136de25d920ff480391aabb9dc9.jpg

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    Agree with the horse stall matts. Murdocks also...

    Agree with the horse stall matts. Murdocks also has them.

    If I'm understanding you correctly, you want a smooth surface. In that case you need something thicker than the coin flooring. You could...
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    That's amazing work. I assume the battery is...

    That's amazing work. I assume the battery is inside the car with you and a cord runs to the heater?

    Battery inside with the heat > battery outside

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    https://vanlifetrader.com/ A fairly good site...

    https://vanlifetrader.com/

    A fairly good site that seems to be picking up steam. Some pricey bulbs, but I've seen several that seem reasonable.

    I've been intrigued by vans as a replacement for...
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    WRG - likely too heavy (or pricey), but these are...

    WRG - likely too heavy (or pricey), but these are some of what I was seeing on FB
    https://missoula.craigslist.org/rvs/d/missoula-2019-lance-650/7351068535.html...
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    WRG, I've been seeing many truck campers on...

    WRG, I've been seeing many truck campers on Facebook lately. Change your location to Missoula. Search 100 miles radius, several are popping up, but I don't remember your truck model (Tundra?)
    ...
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    ^^^ I hadn't thought about the COVID effect on...

    ^^^ I hadn't thought about the COVID effect on customers riding with you. That is a benefit....I agree that the GFC looks cool and would be passable to clients
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    WRG, what is the need with respect to your work?...

    WRG, what is the need with respect to your work? Do you drive clients to properties now using the truck? That might be ok with current topper situation and ok with the GFC. I'd start looking...
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    Nice grab Pet...I was looking at those models as...

    Nice grab Pet...I was looking at those models as well. In my case for some solo ski trips and summer trips with my wife. I think most models have the bed that drops from the ceiling, correct? Nice...
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    Subaru and camping - but with stops at a small...

    Subaru and camping - but with stops at a small cabin every once in awhile to spreadout and refresh. Think KOA Kamping Kabins or similar. Good base camp for multi-day riding, kids might even get a...
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    Artic Fox in Kalispell, $20k. No idea if that is...

    Artic Fox in Kalispell, $20k. No idea if that is a good price, but this one looks like it has been well taken care of.

    https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/318378796250909/

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    This could interest someone. In Hot Springs, MT,...

    This could interest someone. In Hot Springs, MT, so remote enough that a low ball could get it. Low miles on new engine, but obviously an old rig.

    Just something I stumbled upon, no...
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    I stumbled across this one earlier today. In...

    I stumbled across this one earlier today. In Spokane, partial build out, looks like a maggot to me

    $30k, 2008 quigley

    https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/254319059268023/

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    I found one of these in Kalispell, same year,...

    I found one of these in Kalispell, same year, less miles, $56k. Seems like a good deal for a hybrid of #vanlife. I don't need to be buying anything right now, but this does make me think it would be...
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    Saw it in Missoula today as well. Sent from...

    Saw it in Missoula today as well.

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    Went to this expo yesterday in Missoula. It was...

    Went to this expo yesterday in Missoula. It was a really cool and low-key way to see many different ideas of how to configure a van. I'd guess between 20-30 vans to check out. Appears they are...
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    That would be awesome, the number didn't sound...

    That would be awesome, the number didn't sound right to me either. I was on the ford site, thought I was looking at t150 #s. Wonder if I ended up looking at transit connect #s in error.

    Local...
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    If I was reading properly, interior height was...

    If I was reading properly, interior height was 54". Figuring 16" under bed for storage, 6" for frame and mattress height, i think that leaves me with 2.5' for headroom. Perfect for me, not sure I...
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    I've been looking at those as well. But I want to...

    I've been looking at those as well. But I want to park it in the garage, so low roof. Not sure I can really make the low roof work for a bed and stuff. Plus I don't think low roof comes in AWD. So...
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    Scanning my local RV lot for used and came upon...

    Scanning my local RV lot for used and came upon this. Seems perfect for a maggot. VW chassis for the base. Winnebago Rialto
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    Buddy of mine in Omaha, selling his MTB van. Guy...

    Buddy of mine in Omaha, selling his MTB van. Guy is highly OCD about maintenance. Seems like a good deal for a mag, but I have no idea on vans.
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    Thought you guys would appreciate this one. ...

    Thought you guys would appreciate this one.

    https://missoula.craigslist.org/rvs/6201783662.html
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    Are you just storing skis in the box? If so,...

    Are you just storing skis in the box? If so, would it be possible to mount it off the back (on a ladder?) and then fabricate something within the box to help hold skis vertically?
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    Saw this same rig lumbering up an Iowa hill just...

    Saw this same rig lumbering up an Iowa hill just outside Omaha. Up a small, but steep hill from the Missouri River, maybe 40mph.
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