I want to record a series called "RTFM w/ FVM" where I simply read the service manual to you. I figure it will be a little educational and deep sleep-inducing at the same time. Somniferous-Hypnopedia :)
Yet another nice video. Turned this one on for "background" while I work out. Aaaaaaand I'm just standing in front of the computer because it's so interesting lol.
I cannot find it on Etsy and there are many foster Maxwell on Facebook. Can you put a direct Link. Also is it the same size of flare if it's a 140 versus the 158 that you did work on?
The 158" and 140" van need different size pods but he has both sizes freedom-overland.myshopify.com/products/camper-van-window-pods?variant=39463164510444
Thanks for all the helpful content! I love how much info you jam into these videos. I'm just starting an '06 Sprinter 158" high roof and I am looking for a headroom solution for over the shower. I was thinking about polycarbonate sunroof bubbles and painting them with Raptor. I thought about doubling them up with one mounted from the inside with insulation in between to help with climate control. Any better solutions like flares for the rooftop out there?
hey Bill do u know if they have any like this for the full length of the rear window of the MWB model? looking at a T1N that has windows all round and wanna replace them with full length flares thank you!
He did have them for 140 wb, then they were out of stock. Might have more, check here. freedom-overland.myshopify.com/products/camper-van-window-pods?ToPasteBoard&fbclid=IwAR2PBy9Hja-NTxNOJzJvVsAakGVtnhkZdoKteDRI79MZIsxP7vePUwmm8lo
Bill, if you pause the video at 3:00 you can see some damage to the gutters from an old roof rack. Those are definitely leaking inside the van. How would you suggest repairing? My used T1N has the same issue and I didn't want to start a build until I can fix the leak.
Grind, treat with OSHPO, paint... repeat in a few years when it comes back. I am starting to experiment with sandblasting areas like this, that I can't brush or grind. The spray gun included with Raptor kits works for sand too. We have an upgraded gun for Raptor.
There is no wrong way or right way. Some folks would assume the aerodynamics would be better with the taper faced forward but that makes the bed a really awkward shape inside the van. Having the taper toward the back allows the rear doors to open further and bump the flat taper rather than bump corners of the pods that might dent the doors and crack paint off the pods. Taper toward the rear makes the bed full length across the front half the bed and shorter length bed near the rear doors. With the taper forward the bed would be shortened at front side for the taper and shortened on the rear side by rear doors, making tall couples crowd the center of the bed where it is full length.
Was wondering how you're liking the pod so far?? Do you still think it a good idea to mount with thick edge toward the front? Any extra wind noice noticed?? Any other issues?? I purchased one a couple weeks ago and am waiting for it to arrive . . . . I noticed the seller has vanished from Etsy and am a bit worried the disappearing act was due to some issues! Think I'm gonna wait a while before I cut the hole in my van . . .
We haven't begun the interior of this van yet. More videos will come when we get some more work done on this van. Gonna be a while until we know if this idea was good or bad.
@@FloridaVanMan thanks for the update. I guess I'll roll the dice and cut the hole!! I have a 140" so I'm going to try putting some aluminum flat bar in the channel to make it work . . . . I'lll let you know how it goes!
I plan to have the van professionally spray foamed but nervous about how that flare interior will finish after the foam. This van's engine is going to be swapped before I get back to the build fun.
He is here now. freedom-overland.myshopify.com/products/camper-van-window-pods?ToPasteBoard&fbclid=IwAR2PBy9Hja-NTxNOJzJvVsAakGVtnhkZdoKteDRI79MZIsxP7vePUwmm8lo
I have been too busy with other vans and just got a running engine in this van last week. Soon I will put a drive shaft back in it and be able to move away from the fence to install the other side. :( It should and will be painted but it does not show any signs of wear or sun exposure. This is where you can get them. l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ffreedom-overland.myshopify.com%2Fproducts%2Fcamper-van-window-pods%3FDcopyToPasteBoard%26Dproduct-links%26Dweb%26fbclid%3DIwAR0I-AovLjVCfWztqZDllOgsEUQ5VrCgN78nCIvn035m3KN86Ws0Te0DzdA&h=AT1dgJGvIF_-PApaCIkp6eHSwCagQdQ90dXrKogs-4GoUZIgVH0hUuyNhWUhdNC0YptKWSs0fKKKghGESsZf_PJ-SLkNi1rGpHyY2hXeVaUnoj-pZwngLkkO8yHlxPUybIs169GFHui8psTnREhu4ZmH9WE
That's hard to say. We spend some time on camera angles and microphone troubles. We also have delays like everybody else. I think I spent an hour trying to find my caulking gun and a sharp knife. I never found a knife and compromised with a box cutter blade, no handle. Letting the paint cure 24 hours is probably very important too, so I wouldn't want to try it in one day. If we had all the tools out (we didn't), and didn't need to go buy alcohol or mineral spirits (we did), this might be done in under 2 hours to cut and prep the rough hole, then an hour after the paint dries.
@@FloridaVanMan Thanks FVM! I don't have a Sprinter yet. Around here the T1Ns are going for about 1/2 what they were new with some dents, light rust, no build, and 300k on the clock. I'm thinking a bread truck might be better. CA has banned diesels trucks over 6000 GVRW older then 2010 and lot of them are coming up on Craigslist. I think I could still use a lot of the same ideas you have in your videos.
@@FloridaVanMan stay well man, I enjoy your videos too much. I attended an auction and two of these sprinter trucks didn't get any bids so I started doing my research and got addicted to your videos. Greetings from South Africa.
Florida man van dude has a radio voice. Easy to listen to
I've been told I have a face for radio too. LOL That's an old joke. Maybe too old?
I want to record a series called "RTFM w/ FVM" where I simply read the service manual to you. I figure it will be a little educational and deep sleep-inducing at the same time. Somniferous-Hypnopedia :)
😆😆 nice
Really great video. I really enjoy watching it at the end of the day. Gives me ideas for my old sprinter
Great 👍 cutter tool and job you doing! I also have 03 sprinter diy campervan!
YAS!!!!! The dynamic duo are back!!!!!!
Yet another nice video. Turned this one on for "background" while I work out. Aaaaaaand I'm just standing in front of the computer because it's so interesting lol.
Thank you! These are the types of videos we aim to make.
-Mike
Always appreciate your detailed videos. You rock!
I cannot find it on Etsy and there are many foster Maxwell on Facebook. Can you put a direct Link.
Also is it the same size of flare if it's a 140 versus the 158 that you did work on?
The 158" and 140" van need different size pods but he has both sizes freedom-overland.myshopify.com/products/camper-van-window-pods?variant=39463164510444
Thanks for all the helpful content! I love how much info you jam into these videos. I'm just starting an '06 Sprinter 158" high roof and I am looking for a headroom solution for over the shower. I was thinking about polycarbonate sunroof bubbles and painting them with Raptor. I thought about doubling them up with one mounted from the inside with insulation in between to help with climate control. Any better solutions like flares for the rooftop out there?
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are these still made? thx, Matt
(I'm trying to find pods/capsules/flares for my 2006 long and tall)
I have not seen them in a while. I think he didn't have enough interest to make another production run.
@@FloridaVanMandang. Been looking for some for a while. Thanks for the info and as always great video !
To the cutie speaking, I would like a "Dirty Turtle" shirt and mug.
Thank you for the video , can you direct me where I might find these pods ? Have a 2006 140" Thank you
Foster Maxwell can be found on FaceBook. I've also seen him on Etsy and other similar selling sites.
@@FloridaVanMan
thank you , I will look for him
The pods you are using look to be made of composite material is that so
hey Bill do u know if they have any like this for the full length of the rear window of the MWB model? looking at a T1N that has windows all round and wanna replace them with full length flares thank you!
He did have them for 140 wb, then they were out of stock. Might have more, check here. freedom-overland.myshopify.com/products/camper-van-window-pods?ToPasteBoard&fbclid=IwAR2PBy9Hja-NTxNOJzJvVsAakGVtnhkZdoKteDRI79MZIsxP7vePUwmm8lo
Bill, if you pause the video at 3:00 you can see some damage to the gutters from an old roof rack. Those are definitely leaking inside the van.
How would you suggest repairing? My used T1N has the same issue and I didn't want to start a build until I can fix the leak.
Grind, treat with OSHPO, paint... repeat in a few years when it comes back. I am starting to experiment with sandblasting areas like this, that I can't brush or grind. The spray gun included with Raptor kits works for sand too. We have an upgraded gun for Raptor.
bad ass!
Isn’t backwards shouldn’t the taper face foward and that one should be on the passenger side
There is no wrong way or right way. Some folks would assume the aerodynamics would be better with the taper faced forward but that makes the bed a really awkward shape inside the van. Having the taper toward the back allows the rear doors to open further and bump the flat taper rather than bump corners of the pods that might dent the doors and crack paint off the pods. Taper toward the rear makes the bed full length across the front half the bed and shorter length bed near the rear doors. With the taper forward the bed would be shortened at front side for the taper and shortened on the rear side by rear doors, making tall couples crowd the center of the bed where it is full length.
Was wondering how you're liking the pod so far?? Do you still think it a good idea to mount with thick edge toward the front? Any extra wind noice noticed?? Any other issues?? I purchased one a couple weeks ago and am waiting for it to arrive . . . . I noticed the seller has vanished from Etsy and am a bit worried the disappearing act was due to some issues! Think I'm gonna wait a while before I cut the hole in my van . . .
We haven't begun the interior of this van yet. More videos will come when we get some more work done on this van. Gonna be a while until we know if this idea was good or bad.
@@FloridaVanMan thanks for the update. I guess I'll roll the dice and cut the hole!! I have a 140" so I'm going to try putting some aluminum flat bar in the channel to make it work . . . . I'lll let you know how it goes!
Just curious what you are going to do on the inside of the flare? Any kind of insulation or covering? Great video!
I plan to have the van professionally spray foamed but nervous about how that flare interior will finish after the foam. This van's engine is going to be swapped before I get back to the build fun.
Hi cant seem to find these pods you have used they look perfect 👌
He is here now. freedom-overland.myshopify.com/products/camper-van-window-pods?ToPasteBoard&fbclid=IwAR2PBy9Hja-NTxNOJzJvVsAakGVtnhkZdoKteDRI79MZIsxP7vePUwmm8lo
Did the door open that way
Yes, on the 158 wheel base, the sliding door doesn't reach this rear window area.
@@FloridaVanMan ok thanx
Any update on your opinion of these Pods? Looking to order some soon.
Thanks.
I have been too busy with other vans and just got a running engine in this van last week. Soon I will put a drive shaft back in it and be able to move away from the fence to install the other side. :( It should and will be painted but it does not show any signs of wear or sun exposure. This is where you can get them. l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ffreedom-overland.myshopify.com%2Fproducts%2Fcamper-van-window-pods%3FDcopyToPasteBoard%26Dproduct-links%26Dweb%26fbclid%3DIwAR0I-AovLjVCfWztqZDllOgsEUQ5VrCgN78nCIvn035m3KN86Ws0Te0DzdA&h=AT1dgJGvIF_-PApaCIkp6eHSwCagQdQ90dXrKogs-4GoUZIgVH0hUuyNhWUhdNC0YptKWSs0fKKKghGESsZf_PJ-SLkNi1rGpHyY2hXeVaUnoj-pZwngLkkO8yHlxPUybIs169GFHui8psTnREhu4ZmH9WE
What was the actual time?
That's hard to say. We spend some time on camera angles and microphone troubles. We also have delays like everybody else. I think I spent an hour trying to find my caulking gun and a sharp knife. I never found a knife and compromised with a box cutter blade, no handle. Letting the paint cure 24 hours is probably very important too, so I wouldn't want to try it in one day. If we had all the tools out (we didn't), and didn't need to go buy alcohol or mineral spirits (we did), this might be done in under 2 hours to cut and prep the rough hole, then an hour after the paint dries.
Hi handsome. Would you please introduce yourself and dirty turtle. Thanks
I am Bill and the dirty turtle is just our oil drain bucket. Your turn.... are you a bot or a person?
dang, those things are a bit pricey
does add some to the van
These are about half the price of the big brand name. I'm looking forward to seeing how the bed works inside.
@@FloridaVanMan
Thanks FVM! I don't have a Sprinter yet. Around here the T1Ns are going for about 1/2 what they were new with some dents, light rust, no build, and 300k on the clock. I'm thinking a bread truck might be better. CA has banned diesels trucks over 6000 GVRW older then 2010 and lot of them are coming up on Craigslist. I think I could still use a lot of the same ideas you have in your videos.
Hope those metal filings don't appear in your lungs
I should have used a face mask when sanding and grinding.
@@FloridaVanMan stay well man, I enjoy your videos too much. I attended an auction and two of these sprinter trucks didn't get any bids so I started doing my research and got addicted to your videos. Greetings from South Africa.