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  1. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    Good to know that the Alu-Cab is keeping the rain out. I'm in the process of putting an order through. I have condensation problems too, even if I crack a window. But then again Japan is extremely humid. I ordered some Blidimax Black window insulation covers, just waiting for them to arrive.
  2. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    That’s good to know. I’m concerned with packing away and the interior getting soaked before being able to air out later.
  3. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    Any issues with rain and the Hercules?
  4. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    I like the box idea too, but....it would have to be smaller though. Oh, and by the way, got my PDP second fuel filter diff breather kit installed. I tried to find a way to put the fuel cut off somewhere on the bottom of the chassis but decided to install it inline with the fuel filters. I had to...
  5. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    By the way, the fuel cut-off arrived from the UK, but now I'm having difficulty trying to figure out where to put it. All of my fuel lines are metal and there are also return lines to the fuel tanks. This truck is a lot more complicated than I thought it was going to be 😔 My PDP second fuel...
  6. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    And why wouldn't they want someone to camp, especially if they are a lone? Bizarre! The campsites in Japan are all packed for that very same reason. The grocery stores are packed too, but there is no shortage of food. People just like to spend time away from home as much as possible. Watching...
  7. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    I'd give Jim a call and see if he has any suggestions. In my case, I want to replicate what Expeditions7 did in order to be able to heat the engine, interior, and water with one system. I sent him a email before I purchased my truck and he said that what I want to do is possible - at least in...
  8. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    I'm thinking Rixen for the heat exchanger/heater. Not cheap but I don't have space for a heater and boiler in my setup. Expeditions7 used the truck's heater core to heat the inside of the truck and a separate heat exchanger (Rixen) in the back for hot water. I contacted Rixen and it may be...
  9. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    I've been considering Rixens which is similar if not the same that Expeditions 7 used on their Troopy. I like the idea of being able to keep the engine warm in the winter and also heat water and the interior with one system. I also considered the system that Dino came up with. Expeditions 7 uses...
  10. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    That's good to know. I can see black extrusions (metal?) with holes. Care to share what was used? I have already put together something in Sketchup using Misumi 20 x 20mm extrusions, but it would be nice to know how much weight might be saved going this route. By the way, I live in Japan and...
  11. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    Looks like Goose-Gear did a really good job on your build. I thought they were using 80/20 extrusions on all of their builds. Have they changed their design? I've been thinking of going with Redarc but I'll have to look into Sterling too.
  12. Don Lacer

    Builds Portland Troopy Build

    Do you have a layout with all dimensions? I'm currently working on on a layout and trying to figure out the best way to approach it on a 2017 model. Mine is currently undergoing testing for the Japanese market (even though they are built in Nagoya), i.e., DPF certification, etc. It's at the...
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