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Forum: Building Your Own 02-19-2011, 07:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,479
Posted By HawkEng
Looks great Bob. That should make the wife happy.

Looks great Bob. That should make the wife happy.
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 02-19-2011, 07:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,609
Posted By HawkEng
I heard US went out. We can build a coach...

I heard US went out.

We can build a coach compariable to the ICON for 100 grand less. I hear Renegade and Showhauler are back to building a few coaches now. Hopefully this is something to look...
Forum: Building Your Own 02-13-2011, 07:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,669
Posted By HawkEng
Yep, ALUMINUM! We have repaired lots of the...

Yep, ALUMINUM! We have repaired lots of the rubber roofs for guys. We have used 024 and thicker depending on customer.
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 02-13-2011, 07:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,609
Posted By HawkEng
I thought I would drop in and say we are still...

I thought I would drop in and say we are still around. Been slow last year. Hoping for it to be better in 2011!
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 01-21-2011, 07:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 36,354
Posted By HawkEng
I guess I need to change the label "Home Page" to...

I guess I need to change the label "Home Page" to Hawk Engineering Inc. so people know who we are in the links. I will get that done this weekend.
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 01-21-2011, 07:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,560
Posted By HawkEng
Give us a look. Home Page...

Give us a look. Home Page (https://www.hawkengineering.com). Hawk Engineering Inc. We are still building coaches as many others have gone out of business.
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 11-10-2009, 03:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,609
Posted By HawkEng
We are just finishing a new 45' coach with a drop...

We are just finishing a new 45' coach with a drop deck garage for a customer. I will be putting up the pictures on my website around Thanksgiving. Then, by the first of the year I will post...
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 11-10-2009, 03:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,609
Posted By HawkEng
Thanks for the compliments. We are actually in...

Thanks for the compliments. We are actually in Fruitland north of Cape Girardeau about 10 miles.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-29-2009, 08:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,692
Posted By HawkEng
RVIA in Louisville, KY is for dealers only. I am...

RVIA in Louisville, KY is for dealers only. I am assuming that is what you are refering to. You will have to have a friend get you in. But, there are usually only 1 conversion company that shows...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-29-2009, 08:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,725
Posted By HawkEng
We use Liftco. They come new with white lithium...

We use Liftco. They come new with white lithium grease on the shafts. As I recall, they have a bronze screw bearing that rides on the shaft. You can go back with the grease, or even use WD-40. ...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-29-2009, 07:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,258
Posted By HawkEng
Yes, State Farm is the best we've found too.

Yes, State Farm is the best we've found too.
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 10-29-2009, 07:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,609
Posted By HawkEng
Just t let you guys and gals know that we build...

Just t let you guys and gals know that we build custom shells for the ones that would like to finish out the interior. I know it is getting hard to find companies that will do it anymore. Anyone...
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 10-29-2009, 07:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,891
Posted By HawkEng
Hey Bob E! I have been meaning to call you. How...

Hey Bob E! I have been meaning to call you. How is the conversion coming along we built the shell for???
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 10-29-2009, 07:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,891
Posted By HawkEng
We have had problems with white lines and noise...

We have had problems with white lines and noise using modified sine wave inverters. Xantrex RV2000 and 3000 is a great inverter. But, it is expensive. This the one we like to use. Magnum is...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-29-2009, 07:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,350
Posted By HawkEng
The older non-computerized 5.9L Cummins will get...

The older non-computerized 5.9L Cummins will get better fuel economy. 98.5 started with the computer. We've had 97 to 06s and the 97 would get better fuel economy. Of course, the 06 sure runs good...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-29-2009, 07:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,149
Posted By HawkEng
You can use soft copper and keep it secured with...

You can use soft copper and keep it secured with adel clips. We also use the rubber hoses to attach to the appliances.
Forum: Building Your Own 10-29-2009, 07:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,177
Posted By HawkEng
We have mostly used the T2000 for our...

We have mostly used the T2000 for our conversions. The Volvo is also a great truck. It turns sharper, the engine and tranny will drop out and down during a head on, and the cab is constructed of...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-29-2009, 07:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,375
Posted By HawkEng
12k will be heavy enough IF you keep the weight...

12k will be heavy enough IF you keep the weight towards the rear ends. 45' coach with tandems can put you on the windshield if you step hard on the brakes! They can stop well.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 08-17-2009, 04:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,717
Posted By HawkEng
LOL! That's funny right there!

LOL! That's funny right there!
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-28-2009, 02:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,717
Posted By HawkEng
When I built that coach, it is designed to only...

When I built that coach, it is designed to only pull a small enclosed trailer behind it being a drop deck garage as I call it. Less than 10k as it only has a 2" reciever hitch. You need a 40k for...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-28-2009, 11:43 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,717
Posted By HawkEng
JG1199, you probably will not have a choice in...

JG1199, you probably will not have a choice in front end weight buying used. Most come with 12k front end and you can get up to 16k which we get when we order a new truck. 45' coach will have to...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-28-2009, 11:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,717
Posted By HawkEng
GEPatch, yes there are many things to consider....

GEPatch, yes there are many things to consider. $150k+ includes stretching the truck. How many slides, interior choices, seating and sleeping choices, LCDs, lots of things that increase the price. ...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-28-2009, 03:57 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,717
Posted By HawkEng
Yes, there are many variables. $150k+ for the...

Yes, there are many variables. $150k+ for the conversion which includes stretching the truck you bring to us.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-27-2009, 03:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,717
Posted By HawkEng
We will build on a used truck as well. That will...

We will build on a used truck as well. That will save big bucks too. Bring us a truck and will we stretch it and build on it to save over building on a new truck.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-26-2009, 03:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,717
Posted By HawkEng
I think that would cost way too much. Much of...

I think that would cost way too much. Much of the conversion is done in the frame of the truck and under the frame. Wires and support. You would be better off building a new one and selling that...
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