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  1. DR

    steel tubing sizes

    The panels on our rig are also attached with SikaFlex. I believe they used #252. There were a few seam 'pops' right off the bat but it seems to be holding up well now. see: http://www.sikaindustry.com/ipd-transoem-body
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    2004 Powerhouse 24' conversion on a 1994 Freightliner FLD 120, $42.5k on ebay.

    According to the eBay listing, bidding is closed but the rig did not sell. There are links on the eBay listing to contact the seller.
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    Generator question

    Yes, I do. It works great! Disclaimers: - We only have one, 13.5k BTU A/C unit on the roof. - We have a *big* battery pack; 980 Amp hrs. - We don't camp in the desert in the summer so our A/C needs may be less than yours. - We primarily dry camp and are very concious of power requirements. -...
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    Generator question

    Hi Racer17m, Tough question to provide a definitive answer... Some folks use a small, 5.5 kW unit (Onan Quiet Diesel), others opt for a monster 10 kW or larger unit (PowerTech). Check out both of these web sites for some sizing tips. More thoughts: 1. The lights and water pump will probably...
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    Posting a photo

    I'm not sure if the information is completely up to date but check out: Tools > Help > How To Post Photo Albums
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    Plans for horse truck box

    A previous disucssion in this forum: Truck Conversions Some other potentially-useful links: http://www.horsequest.co.uk/TransportHorseboxes.htm http://www.warrenclarkesporthorses.com/horseboxes.html
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    How does DMV measure conversion length?

    It will likely vary by state. If you haven't discovered this web site yet, it's pretty handy: http://www.dmv.org/
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    donvel

    In my case it was because I never heard of them before your message. I guess I should have searched harder for other options.
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    2006 Transport Designs

    There are too many variables to get an exact time. But, assuming that the A/C was the only load and keeping the drain of the batteries to the suggested 50%, the inverter would run the A/C for about 5 hours. Since the A/C doesn't run constantly, we've never had any problem being comfortable...
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    donvel

    I agree completely with Mase's comments... we have a few thousand miles on our rig since adding the Donvel air stabilizers and the difference is very noticable. Yup, it still rides like a truck (funny, it looks like one too) but the slap, slap, slap of uneven concrete joints and the...
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    2006 Transport Designs

    (1) and (2): No regrets on the window decisions thus far. It was a tradeoff between cost and thermal efficiency (adding windows would have been more expensive and reduced the overall insulation value). The large windows on each side provide plenty of cross-ventilation and the two Fantastic fans...
  12. DR

    VMS 240 CL Diesel Engine Monitoring System

    $465: gauge w/ software, cable, mounting bracket. I'll post a picture and initial impressions after I get it installed.
  13. DR

    VMS 240 CL Diesel Engine Monitoring System

    I had the same question and asked for pricing confirmation earlier this week. I'll let you know. (If it doesn't include the GEM software and is just the display, it's of little use to the common truck owner.) BTW, thanks for sharing pics of your dash. What is the six-lobed knob below your...
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    mileage/h.p.

    My rig, like Bill's, is super stable. But, the ride was also super rough. There's one significant characteristic that probably contributed to the rough ride -- we're way below the GVW: just under 23k pounds with a 29.5k GVW. So, while stable, the suspension is lightly loaded. I believe this...
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    VMS 240 CL Diesel Engine Monitoring System

    Thanks for the details on the VMS, Bill! I look forward to the pictures and related "user experience" report. You have to dig around a bit to get the specs on the CANtrak. Click on the GEM Software link on this page: http://www.cantrak-int.com/productdatasheets.html Here's brief summary of the...
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    Mercedes MBE 926 Motor

    Wheelbase: 210" Cab-to-axle: 144"
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    Mercedes MBE 926 Motor

    Thanks for the update, Bill! FWIW... I got the same story from my Freightiner dealer... no engine upgrades after the truck leaves the factory. I kinda wish I'd splurged for the 330/1000 option when I spec'd the M2. Oh well. Did you find out if any changes to your Allison 3000TRV would be...
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    2006 Transport Designs

    The 65k base price was without the slideout. Thanks for the words of praise. We're very pleased with how it turned out.
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    2006 Transport Designs

    Gary - It is a "cute" little rig, eh? In fact, there are Born Free and Lazy Daze rigs on the ever-popular Ford van chassis that are longer than ours. We're just under 26.5 feet overall length. The base price at the time our contract was signed was about $65k. Of course, options and your specs...
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    2006 Transport Designs

    We favor undeveloped forest service campgrounds and state parks. So, maneuverability was a prime consideration. We also don't plan to tow anything unless our destination dictates otherwise. We'll carry a motorcycle on a lift on the back of the motorhome as our runabout. Our M2 has the 300 hp /...
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    Truck ride

    Bill, Here's a more detailed description of how the kit is installed on my M2... Rear: The air stabilizers were added to the existing air suspension. I haven't figured out how the stabilizers work. They appear to be a combination of a check valve and a special orifice. The Donvel stabilizer...
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    2006 Transport Designs

    Our rig is complete. Pictures are posted here: http://pictures.transportdesigns.com/v/Motorhomes/Olson/ Steve and his crew at Transport Designs built a small, custom floorplan that is a perfect match to our needs. If you want high quality and have requirements that other manufacturers say can't...
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    Truck ride

    I installed a 'air stabilizer' kit from Donvel (http://www.donvel.com/) on both the front and rear of my M2. (New air springs with stabilizers on the front, just added the stabilizers to the existing air springs on the rear.) It made a world of difference in the ride quality. Don was a dream to...
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    Slide-out manufacturers

    Last I knew Showhauler uses Liftco. Many other companies use HWH.
  25. DR

    new stuff

    Good suggestion, Mase. And, your idea about discussing Amsoil products is one that I'd like to kick off the discussion with... What's the general opinion regarding installation of high-efficiency bypass filters (such as Amsoil or Gulf Coast) to extend oil-change intervals?

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