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Points Unknown is a DIY blog about building out camper vans, wrenching on motorcycles, outdoor adventures, mountain biking, travel, and the gear that supports these kinds of endeavors. It’s a collection of how-to’s, recommendations, and ideas to do these things effectively and generally inexpensively.

Feel free to explore the content and get ideas for building your camper van, adventure motorcycle rides to go on, recommendations for your next ski trip, and our favorite mountain bike gear – as well as much more. Click on the categories above or check out our latest posts in the featured categories below.

Lessons Learned: Rivnuts Vs. Plusnuts

I think plusnuts are a superior product and would highly recommend using these in critical situations (especially when pull out is a concern).
Sprinter Stock Stereo Upgrade and Speaker Replacement

Instructions for upgrading the stock Sprinter Audio 15 with a new 300W amp, new speakers in the front doors, new rear 6x9 speakers...
Suzuki V-Strom DL650 Oil Change Guide (2004 - 2011)

A brief guide with pictures and instructions on changing the oil for a 2004 - 2011 Suzuki V-Strom DL650.
2016 Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 - First Oil Change, Filter Replacement, and Maintenance Guide

Steps for changing the oil and filter on the 2014 V-Strom DL1000. All it takes is a 17mm socket wrench, an oil filter...

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Vertical Ski (or snowboard) Carrying Hitch Rack

December 16, 2016April 2, 2017 Austin 3

In short, the best ski/snowboard carrying solution I have come up with for a tall vehicle is to carry them vertically on a hitch rack. Simply attach clam shell style ski racks (roof racks) to the vertical post of a typical bike hitch rack using some steel angle iron and flat plate. Fasten everything together tightly with stainless steel bolts and lock-nuts.

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Lessons Learned: Rivnuts Vs. Plusnuts

I think plusnuts are a superior product and would highly recommend using these in critical situations (especially when pull out is a concern).
Sprinter Stock Stereo Upgrade and Speaker Replacement

Instructions for upgrading the stock Sprinter Audio 15 with a new 300W amp, new speakers in the front doors, new rear 6x9 speakers...
Suzuki V-Strom DL650 Oil Change Guide (2004 - 2011)

A brief guide with pictures and instructions on changing the oil for a 2004 - 2011 Suzuki V-Strom DL650.
2016 Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 - First Oil Change, Filter Replacement, and Maintenance Guide

Steps for changing the oil and filter on the 2014 V-Strom DL1000. All it takes is a 17mm socket wrench, an oil filter...
Sprinter Adventure Van Build - Moving the back seat

Highlights (TL:DR): get yourself a set of sockets and torx wrenches Measure 858 mm back from the original seat location
The Perfect Bike Rack Setup

I’ve been looking for the best bike rack solution for a long time and have tried most of the options
Sprinter Adventure Van Build - Bed Platform

We went very simple for our bed platform . That isn't to say it isn't highly comfortable and functional, but, like the rest...
Sprinter Adventure Van Build – Electrical

There is a ton of information out there on how to correctly do the electrical for your van. I read

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