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  1. RA

    Will International 1800 frame take Class 8 engines

    Anybody out there that can lead me in the right direction to replace a DT466 International engine with a Cummins or Detroit in the 9 to 14 liter range. Will the frame handle it? Can I weld new motor mounts to the existing frame? Other considerations? Thanx
  2. RA

    In case it helps someone else ............

    Just when I thought I had it straight.... More input from DMV online Look back up the thread to where I was yesterday. Looked like piece of cake. Now I am told the big money does apply if the rated weight of the combined rig will exceed 26000 pounds. Remember this is for NON-comercial use if...
  3. RA

    In case it helps someone else ............

    My need was to pull a 40 Alfa Toyhouse. I got caught up in the RV Volvo thing because I was under the impression I needed to get registered as a RV for economic reasons and avoiding stops at scales. After getting may inputs, many of them flawed (DMV) here is what I have decided. Purchase a day...
  4. RA

    Is it just me or are chat rooms down tonight?

    mechmagcn, thanx for the reply. I tried during that time last night to no avail. Can you send an email to me at rcullinan@direcway.com when you successfully get into a chatroom so I can try again. Thanx
  5. RA

    Is it just me or are chat rooms down tonight?

    I am new to chats here
  6. RA

    WIA64TES versus the VN610

    Gary, got to agree with you on the truth of the ugly scale for non VNL's. I just don't think I am vain enough to pay 3 times the money for a pretty truck and just worry about the function of moving the trailer around economically.
  7. RA

    Class 8 tandem to single axles justification

    I know that it makes sense to drop and axle on a class 8 just used for the relatively light loads of a RV. Presumably you save on tire expense. Are there other reasons? Do I stay under some desirable limit that benefits me. I am looking to drop 1 of two 20 rears and have a 13 front. What about...
  8. RA

    I need some guidance on seeking out Insurance for tractor

    I will have a tractor for a while before it becomes a RV. My current insurance company for the trailer needed a picture of a big truck to see what a big truck was! I am dealing with the wrong guys. Who do I call that understands class 8 and rv trailering. What is the ratio penalty I can expect...
  9. RA

    WIA64TES versus the VN610

    Spear Warrior..I will try to answer the question. Most are seeking the VNL 610 and 770 because there is a chance they can register them as motorhomes with significant savings and benefits over a tractor. Some of the WIA's also have springs rather than air ride. VNL's turn tighter and have...
  10. RA

    How do you access the new chat rooms??????

    Can't figure it out!!!!
  11. RA

    Need insider information on Class 8 conversion

    I will get specific with the help I need. Goal is powerful and safe vehicle to tow my 40 foot Alfa Toyhouse. I have been all over the place, from the advertised but not available 350 Heavy Duty (advertised at pull ratings of 19,200 but not really available to the public) to MDT's to converted...
  12. RA

    Need insider information on Class 8 conversion

    Need someone I can talk to. Purpose alleviating my fears of ending up with a class 8 one rear axle and no Motorhome registration. Help Randy
  13. RA

    Used 4 door medium trucks for pulling RV

    Thanx for the reply. I am interested in any medium conversions done out there or even prices on trucks not converted yet. Preference for automatic transmission and maybe 400 hp diesel.
  14. RA

    Used 4 door medium trucks for pulling RV

    What are my options in this category. Seems unlikely I can find a used one unless it was used by another RV'er. Right or Wrong? Need to pull 20K or so 5th wheel.

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