Searchable Manuals & Drawings, PDFs
Pete-
I have created scanned, searchable versions of both the manual and the drawings and, with a PC (with internet) in my shop, can search both very quickly. I use these files and a spreadsheet I made showing what's in each parts bag and in Van's master parts list VERY often when building. Actually, I can't imagine working without these tools. And of course, VAF searches and a couple of builders sites, especially those with search capability (rvproject.com), are often used.
I have to agree with Bill though, a wiki with each building step, with photos, showing options / alternatives used by various builders, and collectively / continuously edited by builders, would be INCREDIBLY useful and quickly supplant Van's manual, which as you guys know is quite lacking in many areas.
How do we get started? Maybe the guys with good websites could move some of their content onto there without a whole lot of work?
Highest Regards,