involuted
Member
Cool! I was seriously torn for months about whether to get an L300 or L400...I would probably get one of each if I had space to park them 
I got lucky and bought it from another member of this forum, already registered in CA. It's been in the US for many years...no idea how someone pulled that off given the 25 year rule. It has a CA emissions sticker under the hood, but I see no evidence that it went through the official CARB compliance process.
It came with a removable full bedframe with storage drawers. Still trying to decide if I want to camperize it more permanently. One of the funnier mods is that since it's a Series 2 it isn't supposed to have a bullbar, but some past owner fabbed a bracket and welded one on. The bull bar says "Chamonix" but the van is a super exceed, but so far I've been the only one neurotic enough to notice. I just ordered a Coastal Offroad bumper kit though, so will be replacing the whole thing soon!!
I've done a ton of work on it, but so far mostly maintenance rather than fun mods - replacing suspension parts, recharging A/C, and an endless parade of fixing minor annoyances. We installed a rear ladder and a boost/EGT/coolant temp gauge, and rewired the Crystal Light shades to work without the key in the ignition. We also modded the spare tire cage to fit a 31" tire, although it's still a pain in the ass and long-term I want a better solution. My next priorities are a house power system, an awning, a solution for carrying more gear (jerry cans etc) externally, sound insulating the cab, retrofitting an OEM gauge pod, better lighting in the back...plus like 30 other things lol.
So far I've taken it down hwy 1 to Monterey, and driven the Mojave Road in socal. Probably gonna take it to Baja or Utah or Death Valley over Christmas!
I got lucky and bought it from another member of this forum, already registered in CA. It's been in the US for many years...no idea how someone pulled that off given the 25 year rule. It has a CA emissions sticker under the hood, but I see no evidence that it went through the official CARB compliance process.
It came with a removable full bedframe with storage drawers. Still trying to decide if I want to camperize it more permanently. One of the funnier mods is that since it's a Series 2 it isn't supposed to have a bullbar, but some past owner fabbed a bracket and welded one on. The bull bar says "Chamonix" but the van is a super exceed, but so far I've been the only one neurotic enough to notice. I just ordered a Coastal Offroad bumper kit though, so will be replacing the whole thing soon!!
I've done a ton of work on it, but so far mostly maintenance rather than fun mods - replacing suspension parts, recharging A/C, and an endless parade of fixing minor annoyances. We installed a rear ladder and a boost/EGT/coolant temp gauge, and rewired the Crystal Light shades to work without the key in the ignition. We also modded the spare tire cage to fit a 31" tire, although it's still a pain in the ass and long-term I want a better solution. My next priorities are a house power system, an awning, a solution for carrying more gear (jerry cans etc) externally, sound insulating the cab, retrofitting an OEM gauge pod, better lighting in the back...plus like 30 other things lol.
So far I've taken it down hwy 1 to Monterey, and driven the Mojave Road in socal. Probably gonna take it to Baja or Utah or Death Valley over Christmas!
douglas.the.delica
Active Member
Thanks for sharing your ownership story @involuted, these posts are some of my favorites.
Furi
Active Member
Cool! I was seriously torn for months about whether to get an L300 or L400...I would probably get one of each if I had space to park them
I got lucky and bought it from another member of this forum, already registered in CA. It's been in the US for many years...no idea how someone pulled that off given the 25 year rule. It has a CA emissions sticker under the hood, but I see no evidence that it went through the official CARB compliance process.
It came with a removable full bedframe with storage drawers. Still trying to decide if I want to camperize it more permanently. One of the funnier mods is that since it's a Series 2 it isn't supposed to have a bullbar, but some past owner fabbed a bracket and welded one on. The bull bar says "Chamonix" but the van is a super exceed, but so far I've been the only one neurotic enough to notice. I just ordered a Coastal Offroad bumper kit though, so will be replacing the whole thing soon!!
I've done a ton of work on it, but so far mostly maintenance rather than fun mods - replacing suspension parts, recharging A/C, and an endless parade of fixing minor annoyances. We installed a rear ladder and a boost/EGT/coolant temp gauge, and rewired the Crystal Light shades to work without the key in the ignition. We also modded the spare tire cage to fit a 31" tire, although it's still a pain in the ass and long-term I want a better solution. My next priorities are a house power system, an awning, a solution for carrying more gear (jerry cans etc) externally, sound insulating the cab, retrofitting an OEM gauge pod, better lighting in the back...plus like 30 other things lol.
So far I've taken it down hwy 1 to Monterey, and driven the Mojave Road in socal. Probably gonna take it to Baja or Utah or Death Valley over Christmas!
I'm curious how you rewired the Crystal Light shades to work without the key in the ignition. Was thinking about this, as well as doing the same for the front windows.
DocWong
Active Member
Just installed a new set of wheels and rims and to our surprise they fit (with some minor trimming) without a lift.
Rims: 16 x 8, offset is - 22mm (stock is -33), bolt pattern 6x5.5, Centerbore 110mm
Tires 265/70/16 30.6” diameter
Rims: 16 x 8, offset is - 22mm (stock is -33), bolt pattern 6x5.5, Centerbore 110mm
Tires 265/70/16 30.6” diameter
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delibruh
Active Member
I think I can make that!!
DocWong
Active Member
If you’re talking about the rims, those are Rotas.
delibruh
Active Member
Good to know! Picking up an L400 next Monday and was thinking about taking the wheels off the l400 and putting them on my l300 then getting some new wheels for the l400
Justincyoung
New Member
Hey all!
New Deli L300 owner based in San Francisco (Russian Hill). I’ve seen a couple Deli’s in the city recently, it would be great to meet up!
New Deli L300 owner based in San Francisco (Russian Hill). I’ve seen a couple Deli’s in the city recently, it would be great to meet up!
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delibruh
Active Member
Looks badass! Is it automatic or manual? Also lets get together and get some pictures by the bridge.
kenleung98
Member
Here's my new to Space Gear S2. Planning on some wheels and basic maintenance. Currently in the process of registration.
