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    rear overhang

    HI Well it has been 20 years ago.... when I did my build o 89 Volvo 610. As I remember..... 35 ft total length .... #3 axel tractor == now wheel base 248 inch ( front axel spinal to middle of the two rear axels) , over hang is ( from center of rear axel hub to the rear of body) 9 ft...
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    How do you prevent tree branch rash

    HI.. Diamon plate could be the answer. Thin and replaceable if needed. Local neighborhood and city, I have found to be the lowest clearances that are unmarked, and hard to navigate. Being 13' 6", you will find, for the most part, you have limited your self to major highways. You can follow...
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    Insurance shopping for TC

    Toterhome insurance.... Well after shopping around... the go to company this time...Progressive. For 35 ft. tote home (NO fifth wheel) and 26 ft. cargo trailer. For general liability, minimum amounts coverage,..... $400 a year. Other coverage is offered at a additional cost. There are a...
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    Insurance shopping for TC

    Hi... I'm looking to see what is on the market , when it come to T C insurance. We travel 3 / 4 mouths out of the year, do not live in the TC full time. Just the wife a myself. Pull 26 ft. enclosed trailer. The T C is home built. What insurance companies are reasonable to get coverage ...
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    Heavy duty trailer

    trailer... Ok Well one thought is a refer van box, should stay at a more even temp, hot or cold. Even without the compressor unit on the front. Air conditioners could be located underbody. Yes "Spacecraft" is a little speedy, for sure. Know all about the bumps and holes in the smooth...
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    Heavy duty trailer

    H D Trailer OK.... Well some of the problems you know from being on road already. So for a TC (Truck Conversion) or a HDT, pulling a fifth wheel trailer, you have some options. I think it is "Spacecraft" in Mo. will build anything you want, comes with a price. If you are doing it you self...
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    Heavy duty trailer

    Hi Man .... there is a mind twisting answer to all your questions. What I point out to people ..is... What do you want/ need in your puller unit and the the trailer unit ???? Consider how long your going to be away from utility, fuel/ and fuel type. power supply.. ect. Just to name a few...
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    From Hoodoo Valley Idaho.

    Thank you for reply Hi Chris I'm not very good on this computer....so replies may take a while. Yes Post Falls. Well you are started... you have a truck with a box.....good start. I suggest that you make a plan on paper. Draw out what you would like, when on the road. How far and long...
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    From Hoodoo Valley Idaho.

    Welcome. I'm south of you in P F. Lots of things to consider before you have a plan. Priest is going to be a hard place to beat... if you like peace and quiet, outdoor life, ect. Tiny house over an TC (truck conversion) Well if you don't want to move a lot or move long distance every...
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    Photo section not accepting photos.

    I've had the same problem when posting pictures, they never post...?? Maby some one could lay out a step by step.... Just got back from a three week run around...MT. Wy. S.D. and back home ID. Wish I had more time to get lost. That is why I'm on ..... Roadside
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    My project, GMC 6500 Conversion 22' box 9' Height limit

    Yes indead,,a nice looking vehicle, and the best thing about all..?? BlizzareND, you put a plan to action and have what best fits your needs. Most people have to put up with things that thay don't use or want, when having a RV. Now get on the road and make good use of it. Hope to see you on the...
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    Where to Buy Small Truck conversion?

    Hi Glenn. Being over lenght is some states can be problem. Have you ever gotten a over lenght permit??? You may not be able to just go anywhere you want, but as long as you stay on the path, your are ok. Over length permits should be gotten befor you go into the state. I've ran in California...
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    Anybody in MN on here?

    No not today..... Unless the MN means...My Neighborhood....Ha Ha.. I'm kind like Big Mike. The RV'S don't quite know where to put me. What is it..... How big is it..... What is in it.... So I have to get a nother coat of white wash on, so we can fit in. We would like to get back on the road...
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    Pre-made box vs. custom

    I agree. Do your home work on how and, will the box work for you. When I did my project I looked at doing just that. My thought for the rear door opening, was to put in a 2 or 3 ft. slide to the rear to make the beadroom bigger. Or use as the front door with a fold up platform as a small porch...
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    My project, GMC 6500 Conversion 22' box 9' Height limit

    That is a very good point. geofkaye, when you have been there, planing ahead pays off. I put the back of my box in last, just for that reason. blizzardND. Nice jub you done, hope your builder stays with your project and parks his rase cars. This is race season , sometimes it's hard to stay...
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    Completed Coach Pictures!! Let us know what you think!

    Hi Brad Nice job. Now get on the road and enjoy your hard work. I did a similar conversion in 2002. You and all your helpers know just how much work goes into doing this kind if a project, It's not a walk in the park. You had a well thought out plan and put togather. Now if you want to...
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    STRECHING A FRAME

    HI Well JUST a suggestion..OK.. Soimething to think about. Need to start with a strong frame so you can load it up. Why not start with a used commerical boat trailer($5000)..?? 50 ft. long,low, wide, and build a box on the frame. Make what you want. OR 53 ft used dubble drop moving...
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    Converting shipping container to trailer

    HI New to your site. Short back ground: 11 years ago, started personal traveling.I used what I had, to see if a HD could be used to travel and live in, to see if it would work out.So I used a three axel tractor with a 8x12 (living space), and pulled a 26(L)x102"x12(H) box trailer. Traveled...

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