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  1. TU

    Volvo model numbers?

    L is for long (56" front axle set back compared to the VNM series with a 51" front axle set back), M is for medium.... The figure 42 is a conventional 4x2 tractor configuration i.e. single rear axle or a 6 wheeler. The figure 64 is a 6x4 tractor configuration, i.e. with tandem rear axle...
  2. TU

    Which visor is better

    I like the SS, gee shes starting to look a bit PETE like with that big visor....!!
  3. TU

    Short Wheelbase handling...

    Do you like the handling of the converted 610s when bob tailing... I note a lot of weight on the front axle and with the very short wheel base does this create problems such as on bumps with the back end trying to spin out also on wet roads have you noticed any problems, I noted someone had put...
  4. TU

    Weight of Converted Volvo 610........

    Thank you all for the very helpful info regarding weight distribution...
  5. TU

    Weight of Converted Volvo 610........

    Larry, Do you know what the weight of the tractor is with one axle removed and ready for the road??? Thanks
  6. TU

    5th wheel size vs Class 8

    Thanks fellas for all the helpful info....
  7. TU

    5th wheel size vs Class 8

    One quick question: Please... Would a 30 foot 5th wheel trailer be to small to tow with a Volvo 610, would the combination look ok and would there be any other problems due tot he shorter trailer? thanks
  8. TU

    Show Hauler in the Making: Two weeks to go!

    Just a thank you for these pics and info.. I love looking at them and following the build... It amazes me why there are thousands of the other motor homes still being bought, people are so poorly educated when it comes to the construction of rvs... My sister had a 35 foot class A, after a...
  9. TU

    Pricing for conversions

    The yellow volvo is actually an expediters freight truck , believe it or not. If you notice the body becomes more square as you go towards the back. This is the 16 foot freight box, all ahead of the crease in the body is the "sleeper"... hence the lack of windows etc. With this outfit you can...
  10. TU

    Show Hauler in the Making: Interior Started.

    Your pictures and info are so nice... The record of your rigs construction will probably be one of the only and most complete of any Rvs construction. I cannot find many manufacturers sites where the construction is displayed so graphically. I cant understand why they dont do as you have done...
  11. TU

    Show Hauler in the Making: Frame is on.

    Wow, this thing is really built... When all the skirting is complete, well there still be accessibility to things such as air brake adjustment, grease points, rear end lub, air ride asjustment etc. Can you crawl under there? or will chassis maintainance have to be done from a grease pit etc...
  12. TU

    Show Hauler in the Making: Sleeper Removed

    I have been following the warpath conversion since the beginning and its very interesting. I have just come from the Showhauler site and the gallery. I noted the very strong frame , lovely practical interiors etc. However, in the construction of the interior photos I noted they are using...

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