thanx for the response and insight. i'm not convinced either way in reference to building my own or buying one that's done. i would never attempt to build a rig like the one in your avatar. but i would possibly attempt a "conversion" of a factory sleeper. just by looking at pics on the internet, the volvo has a very nice interior with what looks like a lot of room. that would be a reason NOT to go with a pete 379 or KW 900 series. they both have very narrow cabs. unlike the volvo, t2000 or your freightliner. and like you said, these are meant to be relaxing, road trip vehicles so you may as well get one that has what you need and want. the longer i think about it the auto tranny is definitely the way to go and you apparently are of the same opinion. thanx for adding the info about the eaton autoshift. i do see a fair number of trucks floating around with the tranny. thanks again for your input. it's much appreciated!
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