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I have a Northstar 4000 That I bought new in 1998 with 320 channels,puts out close to 50 watts, factory connex board,10khz, etc. I also run a Wilson 5000 magnet-mount on the roof of the van.I used to have a Gray linear hooked up to it that would put out close to 1,000 watts also. It was...

Most amps/linears have receive amps as well built into them that pulls in distant transmissions.

After breifly looking at this site provided regarding the new rules, I would think that vans would not fall under this radar just yet,making them possibly more valuable and useable to a company.

It should be more like if you are buying the fuel, go with the more efficient truck.As far as ride goes, I have had some class 7's that rode better than a stretched class 8.

My Cobra is a major POS and wouldnt wish one of those on my worst enemy.

Before I got rid of the s/t I was also strongly considering Donvel air-ride for the front as well,have heard nothing but good about this system.Well worth the money, especially for a team operation, makes sleeping alot more enjoyable going down the road.

Now, see, Mr Ice Road Trucker, that is the way I feel also, only for the semi guys.Even though step-deck and expedite semi freight should pay alot more than standard freight.But it is when I look at the ads for like England,Hunt,etc, proudly stating pay of .85-.95 cpm I just shake my head in...

Based on .20 x 2,000 loaded miles a week, it sure doesnt leave much for the cargo van fleet owner after everything is said and done.

I was hoping that someone who has a Ford has done this before and can tell me whether or not My trans has a Torque converter drain plug, but I guess I'll have to crawl under there and check it out...lol.

Mother Fed Ex ??? LOL....

On the 10-wheeler I used to have, I ran 16-ply continental steer tires.What a difference it made for the handling and overall performance.Plus, it was right at 14,200# full of fuel empty on the steers.Too much truck to be made a 10-wheeler.If I was to order a new truck, I would get 12r 22.5...

Yes, I understand what you are saying, and agree. The cost of ownership and repairs are the only thing keeping me from purchasing one.It really is an awesome van, ride, quietness, fuel mileage,room, etc.I really think that the american automakers are missing the boat on not having something like...

This is for my girlfreinds son's pickup, not my van. But another question is this, generated by something that Greg has mentioned on this thread, that there is a right and wrong way to flush a transmission. I was thinking about taking the van and getting the trans. flush service done to it...

Yes, OVM, .70 will run someone operating a Sprinter in the ground for awile,but not a standard cargo van.I am not trying to bash you or other Sprinter guys out there,But with the high cost of maintenance and ownership of a Sprinter, that extra $$ is needed, I feel, to make what a regular cargo...

If it was me, I'd just get another engine, rebuild it, and then switch it with the old one in the truck,saving down time. But to each his own, right?

I failed to mention the reason why.He has a lifter that sticks once in awile on his 86 dodge pickup with a 318 with 41,000 original miles on the truck. It sat for awile without being run.It runs fine now, but once in awile the lifters clatter.I suggested putting new lifters in it and being done...

My girlfreinds son wants to use transmission fluid as an engine flush, as advice from a relative.What are everyone's thoughts and theories on this? Although the detergent in the transmission fluid sounds like a good idea, I don't think this is a good idea.

Listen to Greg !!!! As for a Sprinter, I'd love to have one, but the repair and maintenance expenses are a little too high for me, from what I am reading on here.

I relocated over to the T/A in Duncan, SC.I hope for a load on Sat.

Okay, youre all convincing me to go synthetic, even though I am not too comfortable leaving oil in an engine that long.What synthetic oil do I get to be equivalent to the 15w40? I change my oil every 5k now.In the spring, I'll do the trans and rear end.How much is it a gallon? My van takes 16...