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The Freightliner service manager that I spoke with says that Mercedes engines cannot be upgraded in the field -- whatever rating they leave the factory with is what they stay with. Let us know if you find out that your Freightliner dealer will 'field tune' your MBE926 engine up to 330 HP from...

Warpath - you're right, of course, that isn't a torx. Please post more info on the HP upgrade: price, what hardware is involved (or software upgrade only, perhaps). And what about your Allison 3000TRV... can it be upgraded to a 3200TRV to handle 300 HP and 1000 lb-ft of torque?

How much does adding a second leveling valve cost? Where does one go to have this type of change made?

Looks like a standard Torx screw.

Very curious, what's the "possible solution" as I'm faced with the same right/left weight balance issue.

Bill - what is the distance from the bottom of your storage compartments to the ground? Have you had any trouble scraping in driveways, etc?

Transport Designs! Their products, flexibility, and quality are the best I could fine for the price I could afford.

It's broken for everyone. Hopefully, our webmaster will get it fixed soon as I too miss this function.

I don't know if you already have an inverter but the autostart feature that I'm familiar with is part of the inverter's control panel. For example, see: Xantrex RC Control Panel A well-organized web site for this type of equipment is: Alternate Energy Store

Hi Sarah, I'd suggest that you check out Transport Designs. They welcome fully-custom designs, are easy to work with, have solid construction techniques, and excellent quality. For more info, see: Transport Designs, Inc.

Does anyone have experience with the new, wide, single tires designed to replace dual tires? Here's some introductory info from Bridgestone. (These tires are also available from Goodyear, Michelin, etc. but this seemed to be a good introductory article.) Here's some info from Alcoa Super...

Bill - I'm interested in having a copy as well. Is there any way to post the catalog in TruckConversion.net or provide a URL to the 'home' location?

FYI... my local Freightliner dealer told me that the trailer wiring is no longer a factory option and must provided by the body conversion company. Re: motor lacks power... are you saying that the 300 HP you've spec'd isn't enough or that there's something wrong with the engine? Thanks for...

Two possible sources: DMV Guide California DMV website

There's been lots of discussion about pros/cons of different insulation materials and techniques in this forum. Does anyone have experience with Prodex High R insulation? More info available here: Prodex High R This looks like an ideal product for RV conversions. Perhaps this is the same...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Steve/SWMO: Just a quick update on some of the things I have learned about alternatives to the M2. ... The M2 is currently limited at 860 lbs. torque. ... <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> My local Freightliner dealer...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by 5erFool: In my research the only converters if have found that are willing to truly "customize" your rig are... <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Transport Designs speciality is custom rigs. I visited their facility in...

Allison Transmissions offer a 'Retarder' on several models of their automatic transmissions. Does anyone have experience with these as far as how the price, performance, and reliability compare with engine or exhaust brakes? For more info, see Allison Retarder

Bill: Just curious... did you consider any other trucks for your conversion -- the International 4400 and Peterbilt 335 look to be competitors for the Freightliner M2. I wonder if the M2 is the only "logical" choice for an RV conversion or if other trucks should be considered.

Thanks for sharing the specs and for starting a new journal to document the build process of your new rig. Regarding the M2 chassis... 1. Was this an in-stock vehicle that either Beck's or Showhauler had already procured? 2. Do you know if the engine can be "field upgraded" to 330 HP and 1000...

What is a good budgetary estimate of the cost to prepare a class 8 sleeper cab truck for an RV conversion? e.g., convert tandem axle to single axle, adjust wheelbase, lenghten/shorten cab-to-axle and afterframe dimensions, cut off sleeper, etc. For discussion purposes, assume a Volvo 660 or...

I hadn't heard of these before your posting. But, from one of your other posts, it sounds like you've ordered one. Let us know what you think and if you recommend this toilet. For other interested folks, more info is here: Incinolet

When I talked with the Freightliner dealer I mentioned that Detroit Diesel (parent company or somehow affliated with Mercedes) lists the MBE 926 with 330 HP and 1000 lb-ft on their web site. The dealer indicated that this engine should be available in the M2 for the 2005 model year -- in fact...

Wow. Lots of photos here: http://www.steelwheels4x4.com/index.htm And, it's for sale. Only $549,000. See: http://www.robbreport.com/For-Sale/Autos-Other-Vehicles/Expedition-Class-Luxury-Motor-Home.asp

Our passion is getting more attention. See this article in the Road King online magazine.