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  1. WM

    Solar panel setup

    We have a 2011 Haulmark 306 DS,on a Volvo chassis.Has anyone had great luck with adding solar to a like type motorhome?We boondock allot in campgrounds with no electric.The tent campers do care for our generator running.Thanks.
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    Volvo representative specializing in RV/Motorcoach industry

    William here I would be very interested in stretched single axle Volvo w/I Shift.Im being directed to freightliner glider kit trucks.Pre-emission stuff please let me know something.Thanks Bill.
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    Glider Kit Wheelbase?

    Also recommende company to build the glider?Thanks Bill.
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    Glider Kit Wheelbase?

    Bill here looking for recommended wheelbase for a tandem chassis on a motorhome.Also what is the longest you would go on a single axle?In pairing with a Detroit pre-emission 12.7 500hp what is the recommended rear gear ratio getting fuel economy and able to pull a hill?Thanks Bill
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    Compilation of T/C websites: Manufacturers and Sales

    Great info yep not shifting would be good for others on trips.Looking now about glidder chassis.Do not know what years you can go back to for the automated tranny.Any info would help.Thanks.Bill
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    Compilation of T/C websites: Manufacturers and Sales

    Thanks Bob.Talked to the guy there this morning.Talked about building on a glidder chassis.Pre emission engine.Sounding good.I forgot to ask about automated transmission.My guess it would not have the computer stuff to make it work.Probably have to go with a remanufactured Detroit series...
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    Compilation of T/C websites: Manufacturers and Sales

    Cowboy Cadillac Has anyone seen or had any dealing with Cowboy Cadillac?They claim build a unit for $69,900 with 2 slides on a 30Footer.Price is better by a bunch than other companies.Thanks wmbillh
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    NRC Truck Conversion

    I am talking soon to NRC I am looking for the most economical setup.Price will have allot to do with what I get.Any advice would be well appreciated.Thanks William
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    2007 Optima/Freightline Columbia/450 Mercedes

    That is an option but Im liking what Im hearing about single axle rig like yours.Columbia 450hp 12sp high rear ratio.Learnin
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    2007 Optima/Freightline Columbia/450 Mercedes

    I am looking to full time rv or stay out for extended time.Looked at some consignment motorhomes this week.Some had low miles but the exteriors looked bad.I have researched the people convertind hdt into single axle and pulling fith wheel.Now Im on toterhomes.Mpg are better than I expected.Thanks.
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    2007 Optima/Freightline Columbia/450 Mercedes

    Thanks Good Info.I didn't know how the Mercedes were holding up.Sounds they would be hard to beat.One more question is rear ratio?Should you get the tag axle or not?Thanks wmbillh.
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    2007 Optima/Freightline Columbia/450 Mercedes

    Thanks Good Info :confused:
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    2007 Optima/Freightline Columbia/450 Mercedes

    I have heard good stuff about the Volvo D13 with Ishift.Anyone running such a setup?What MPG.We are considering single axle poss lock rear.Mpg difference vs tandem?Thanks

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