Ski RV's, who's sleeping in parking lots?

[JohnF]

Inside the back of the Freed. Skis in there for scale. The red Backland 107s are 189 cm and the green Backland 102 FRs are 180. The back isn't actually totally flat. It has a bridge over a gap between the top of the folded back seat and the deck in the far back that raises that middle section by 2 cm. So I have some floor mats cut to fit on either side of that to level it out. On top of that I'll have another 2 cm of exercise mat and then my sleeping pad, which raises my head up enough to sleep comfortably against the inclined bottom of the back seat, which flips forward to allow the seat back to fold flat. Yeah, it could have been the bigger Step Wagon, but that costs about $10,000 more. This will work. I just need to be able to haul my gear and sleep in it.

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That's a great setup. Wish I still had my element. Wish Honda would sell these high mpg haulers in the US. I think the closest thing to that is a Mazda 5, but those only get 21/28 mpg.

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[pureantigravity]

Any one want to comment on something like this?

Price? Age issues? What should an inspector look for with one of these models?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...19160065343625

[simple]

1995 has a few engine options. You want either the 7.3 PSD (early version not the best) or the 7.5 gas. 5.8 is ok

[pureantigravity]

1995 has a few engine options. You want either the 7.3 PSD (early version not the best) or the 7.5 gas. 5.8 is ok

Has a 5.4L v8 triton with 90K kms on it. you meant 5.4 or 5.8?

[simple]

No way that a 1995 has a Triton 5.4. that engine came in 1997

[pureantigravity]

No way that a 1995 has a Triton 5.4. that engine came in 1997

New engine in it. Assume since 90k kms is really low for that age vehicle.

[skibum193]

Myself and the fiancé are looking at buying a friend's 1981 Toyota 4x4 pickup (6' bed), with a late 1970s 4WC Fleet camper. They have done a lot of work to the truck, although the camper will probably need some TLC.

Pretty stoked on the adventure potential, although having a really hard time finding sales comps for the truck. It has ~150K on the clock so feeling pretty good about the resale potential down the road. Any thoughts on fair price range for a setup like this?

[bonewrenched]

Solid axle Toyotas are hot right now, so if the trucks in good shape expect to pay more than you think. That being said, it won't depreciate as long as you don't beat the piss out of it, so you're likely to get it all back.

Ballpark 8-15k for the truck depending on condition. Not sure how much value an old camper adds, my guess is not much.

[bonewrenched]

Although Mud is mostly cruisers you can get an idea of what these trucks are fetching. Example:

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/198...st-tn.1216084/

[lifelinksplit]

Solid axle Toyotas are hot right now, so if the trucks in good shape expect to pay more than you think. That being said, it won't depreciate as long as you don't beat the piss out of it, so you're likely to get it all back.

Ballpark 8-15k for the truck depending on condition. Not sure how much value an old camper adds, my guess is not much.

Even if you do beat the piss outta it you'll get your money back. Just a heads up but even in my 88 pickup "extended" cab I was cramped at 6'3". I bought it for 1700 bucks, drove the shit out of it for 5 years and sold it for 1600 bucks. Only put a new alternator in it. That 81 prob has the 22r in it. Also with a camper expect 3rd gear revving up mtn passes at 35-40mph. No fucking way I'd pay anywhere close to 8k for it but the market is fucked. Though I'd be hard pressed to pass on that combo. With some TLC you could take that rig almost anywhere.

[simple]

New engine in it. Assume since 90k kms is really low for that age vehicle.

Ok last piece of advice then. A 5.4 doesn't just drop in to a 1995. It needs ECU, dashboard, emissions, etc to work correctly. So finding that swap working without a constant check engine light is only gonna be if a real pro did the swap

[skibum193]

Although Mud is mostly cruisers you can get an idea of what these trucks are fetching. Example:

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/198...st-tn.1216084/

Thanks for the link! I’ll do some exploring on the forums.

[skibum193]

I appreciate the thoughts on the setup, it seems like with that vintage truck we should be in a solid position long term.

Hard to believe that people are paying $15k for them though...

[abraham]

Holy shit, I have 92 2wd toyota I'm trying to decide about holding onto to repair. Not nearly in as nice condition but I might need to look into prices.

[snowaddict91]

Ok last piece of advice then. A 5.4 doesn't just drop in to a 1995. It needs ECU, dashboard, emissions, etc to work correctly. So finding that swap working without a constant check engine light is only gonna be if a real pro did the swap

Not to mention nobody swapped one of the worst gas engines Ford made in the last 30 years into that thing.

That Yota setup sounds sweet. The market is dumb on mini trucks IMO but i'd love to have a little set up like that.

[pureantigravity]

Not to mention nobody swapped one of the worst gas engines Ford made in the last 30 years into that thing.

That Yota setup sounds sweet. The market is dumb on mini trucks IMO but i'd love to have a little set up like that.

Thanks for the heads-up. Turns out that the engine is original 5.4 V8. And mileage is also original. Strange but true and the 5.4L is listed as one of the E250 series engines. Not sure what to make of it but you say it is the worst engine? What makes it so bad?

[pano-dude]

Thanks for the heads-up. Turns out that the engine is original 5.4 V8. And mileage is also original. Strange but true and the 5.4L is listed as one of the E250 series engines. Not sure what to make of it but you say it is the worst engine? What makes it so bad?

Timing chain and tentioner and spark plug issues

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[snowaddict91]

That van is either not a 95, or not a 5.4 though. I'll put money on it.

[davjr96]

Anyone have any experiences with the "Rinsekit"? Not so much for the ski resort parking lot but for summer uses. Looking for something mainly post surfing and to hose down the mountain bike (don't have a hose at home :/ ) but could see it coming in handy for summer long roadtrips even though I normally count jumping in a lake as a shower and just avoid people .

[Micol]

Any one want to comment on something like this?

Price? Age issues? What should an inspector look for with one of these models?

#vanlife

[snowaddict91]

Anyone have any experiences with the "Rinsekit"? Not so much for the ski resort parking lot but for summer uses. Looking for something mainly post surfing and to hose down the mountain bike (don't have a hose at home :/ ) but could see it coming in handy for summer long roadtrips even though I normally count jumping in a lake as a shower and just avoid people .

I've got one, mostly use it to rinse the dogs off. It lives in the truck all summer and works pretty good for what it is. If you don't have a hose bib at home to fill it it may be kind of a PITA to fill.

[Name Redacted]

I've got one, mostly use it to rinse the dogs off. It lives in the truck all summer and works pretty good for what it is. If you don't have a hose bib at home to fill it it may be kind of a PITA to fill.

I have one w/ a heater and a pump to self pressurize. The heater takes forever, and is pretty useless, so I'd not waste your money on that. The pump takes a while to get to pressure too. I really wish that they had a set up to allow a bike pump to pressurize it, that would be a lot easier. Or even a co2 canister.

Overall, when you fill off a pressurized water source, it is pretty useful, it is moderately pressurized and the pressure dissipates as you use it. OK to rinse off bikes I guess. I really only use it to shower and it is ok for that.

[El Chupacabra]

I have a Zodi propane hot shower in a box thing. Works great for car camping showers - pump runs on 12V, off the car battery. Hot water is nearly instant, depending on how cold your water source is. Just let it recirculate a little until it's hot enough for you.

Can't adjust pressure though. It's a gentle shower spray, don't think it would be great for washing bikes.

[jhyatt]

2004e350 diesel 4 x4 Quigley. What would you pay? Interior is done but def DIY otlyoowd slapped together. Not a bougie van. I love the van and it's near me I got excited because I thought it might be affordable... Price just seems nuts at $25k

16 years old with 250k miles. "The runaway"

Runs Great ! My three year project Van, Time to move on...

250k miles 6.0 diesel Runs Great!

All fluids changed, rear, front, transmission, transfer case with synthetic fluids
Rear Diff cover replaced (leaking)
New Exhaust MRP 4” Aluminized Steel
All new rocker panels all around the van,
Front Fender
Passengers door
Durback BedLiner on the rockers
NH Oil Undercoating every year
New Oil Cooler
New EGR Cooler
New Glow Plugs and wires
New Alternator
New Thermostat
New Antifreeze
New Belts
New Pulleys
New Turbo Hoses

New Sony Stereo with Bluetooth and Hands Free.
Polk Speakers
8” Subwoofer
Rear Door speakers, Weatherproof
Rear door windows replaced with venting type ($500)

2500W charger\inverter - full sine wave with exterior plug in
1- 100AH AGM battery (space for second)
Water Pump with accumulator
Full wiring\fuse box
Installed Air compressor
Diesel Heater with 1 liter fuel tank (can be plumbed into tank)
Max air fan
Sciraco Air 12V Fan
7 gallon water tank, w/ sink and rear hose connection.
Swivel passenger seat
Conversion Van Electric sofa, makes into bed.


285/75-16 on American Racing Wheels, Less than 5k on tires including spare.
ARB awning
LED Headlights
LED bulbs all around
LED off-road lights
Spare Tire Carrier
Rear Door Ladder
Roof Rack, Custom Fabricated

Many spare parts included.

Bike rack not included

Price Negotiable !

The issues:
Passenger side quarter couple rust spots,
Rear Parking brake pads need to be replaced (have parts)

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[Phall]

from my brief shopping for something kind of similar, seems a bit high, especially with the miles, but, a ford expert can weigh in on the engine.