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Forum: HDT Discussions 03-17-2006, 01:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,220
Posted By Don in E Texas
Series 50 is a 4 cyl version of the 6 cyl Series...

Series 50 is a 4 cyl version of the 6 cyl Series 60 --- and as such can have a variety of HP and Torque. You'd need to take the VIN number to the truck manufactures shop and they should be able to...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-15-2005, 09:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,973
Posted By Don in E Texas
You da' man!!!

You da' man!!!
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-15-2005, 08:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,973
Posted By Don in E Texas
Don't know of any other Texan Boomers going. But...

Don't know of any other Texan Boomers going. But I'm an old retired F**T and can take off to do some traveling. Plus right after the iRV2 rally, we have a Class 7-8 Truck rally about 150 miles West...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-15-2005, 07:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,973
Posted By Don in E Texas
Looks like you'll be all set for the iRV2.com...

Looks like you'll be all set for the iRV2.com National Rally!

We will take off in the morning... See you and your family soon.

don
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 03-26-2005, 04:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,858
Posted By Don in E Texas
We have a bus conversion (MC8) and a HDT...

We have a bus conversion (MC8) and a HDT conversion --- the bus is awesome -- can't really overload it (unless you pack 30 battery's in it) --- rides VERY well. No slideout -- but good room. We...
Forum: Larry Zeigler 07-26-2004, 07:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,976
Posted By Don in E Texas
Larry: I'd think that there might be someone...

Larry:

I'd think that there might be someone that will attend that is interested in purchasing a Class 8 conversion. There are a LOT of folks that read the forums but do not post plus there may...
Forum: HDT Discussions 05-30-2004, 08:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,971
Posted By Don in E Texas
Truck conversion shop in Austin, TX, does just...

Truck conversion shop in Austin, TX, does just T2000 tractors. They all appeared to be red, with autoshift transmissions, so my best guess is the trucks come from CFI's fleet.

I've only seen one...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 03-28-2004, 04:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,670
Posted By Don in E Texas
Depends on what State you are registering your...

Depends on what State you are registering your vehicle in. In Texas you need a simple form (available on=line) that describes what modifications were done, have it notarized, and present it to your...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-28-2004, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,861
Posted By Don in E Texas
We have both ---- 1976 MCI MC8 bus conversion and...

We have both ---- 1976 MCI MC8 bus conversion and a 1998 Freightliner Class 8 conversion. Why both? Love the bus conversion!! ... but with a 2 cycle DD engine that hates hills and any altitude...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 03-07-2004, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,878
Posted By Don in E Texas
Our MC8 bus conversion has spray-foam insulation....

Our MC8 bus conversion has spray-foam insulation. No heat or cold transfer from metal exterior to inside --- interior is 1/2" plywood.

My Airstream is another animal. In the summer you can...
Forum: Larry Zeigler 03-03-2004, 06:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,474
Posted By Don in E Texas
Two added thoughts for what they are worth: ...

Two added thoughts for what they are worth:

-- air brake application gauge is an option and not all tractors have them --
and
newer tractors have ABS systems - could be harder to lock up brakes...
Forum: Building Your Own 02-13-2004, 01:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,581
Posted By Don in E Texas
Sounds like an awesome truck!! I've seen two...

Sounds like an awesome truck!!

I've seen two Kenworth tractors with single rear axle - both had the forward axle removed leaving a long wheel base. Would be hard to remove the rear axle due to...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 01-20-2004, 02:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,434
Posted By Don in E Texas
How about telling the finance co. that it is a...

How about telling the finance co. that it is a 1992, but conversion was done in, say, 1998? That would make it newer.

My bus conversion was done on a 1976 ex-Greyhound --- but conversion was done...
Forum: Larry Zeigler 01-06-2004, 02:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 53,567
Posted By Don in E Texas
Randy: Same pin size used on RV's and...

Randy:

Same pin size used on RV's and commercial trailers.

I think some brands of hitches may need a thin metal spacer added --- I pull a TT, so not up to speed on that part.

don
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 12-22-2003, 07:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,938
Posted By Don in E Texas
John, you might want to check out the MDT forum...

John, you might want to check out the MDT forum that Escapees has. Full of good info (as is this forum as well). Check them out at:
www.escapees.com (https://www.escapees.com)

you don't have to...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 12-20-2003, 12:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,421
Posted By Don in E Texas
There are a lot of outfits that service the bus...

There are a lot of outfits that service the bus conversion business. They do sell to DYI'ers, too. Here is one example to get you started:

www.rm-fiberglass.com (https://www.rm-fiberglass.com)
...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 12-20-2003, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,988
Posted By Don in E Texas
There are a LOT of conversion outfits out there...

There are a LOT of conversion outfits out there that do bus conversions. How about checking with some of them? Fellow that did our bus back in 1999 also did horse trailers with sleeping quarters...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-21-2003, 04:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,859
Posted By Don in E Texas
I found some good information on the Texas DOT...

I found some good information on the Texas DOT site - but I can't cut/paste to this reply window. Not only can you have Apportioned plates for your tractor, you can have Token plates for your...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-16-2003, 05:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,475
Posted By Don in E Texas
Paul: I'm interested in the weight you say...

Paul:

I'm interested in the weight you say you have on the front axle. Most front axle ratings are around 12,000 pounds - tires rated at about 6,100 each. Looks like you are front-heavy?

Dual...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 09-09-2003, 04:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,978
Posted By Don in E Texas
Patrick: I re-read my post and I did a poor...

Patrick:

I re-read my post and I did a poor job in answering a question, I come across as a complete A** Hole!! Sorry that I did not fully answer your question --- if I could cut/paste on this...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 09-09-2003, 01:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,978
Posted By Don in E Texas
Air Brake Test. Same test that a license...

Air Brake Test.

Same test that a license examiner would give someone taking a drivers license test in a vehicle with air brakes. Same test that should be done prior to setting out each day ---...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 09-09-2003, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,978
Posted By Don in E Texas
I agree -- about 60 pounds is where the "low air...

I agree -- about 60 pounds is where the "low air warning" light/buzzer comes on.

My bus conversion has 4 air tanks and 1 air gauge -- My Freightliner Class 8 Conversion has 3 air tanks and 2...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 08-15-2003, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,916
Posted By Don in E Texas
Large truck clutches actually are two clutches. ...

Large truck clutches actually are two clutches. One is used when the vehicle is not moving - select gear to go forward/reverse and the pedel is depressed all the way to the floor. The other clutch...
Forum: Building Your Own 08-05-2003, 06:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,204
Posted By Don in E Texas
Charger, don't forget to check out all the good...

Charger, don't forget to check out all the good info that is available on the Escapees web site. Look under the MDT forum -- also there is a Search available to hunt just about anything re:...
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 07-26-2003, 05:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,618
Posted By Don in E Texas
That's good news, bad news. Hope your plans work...

That's good news, bad news. Hope your plans work out for you -- who knows, you may be back in business in a few years with a 2004 model tractor.

Hope the new owner hops on this board.

don
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