Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
05-16-2012, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 15,375
I just finished pouring the floor for my...
I just finished pouring the floor for my Conversion parking canope. We excavated 12" of dirt & clay, layed a crushed rock base (a couple of inches) then put in 4" of sand. We then layed in 1/2"...
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
03-17-2012, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,759
As to your generator question, . . . I assume...
As to your generator question, . . . I assume it's a diesel, in which case 5000 hours may or may not be a negative. As opposed to a vehicle engine, . . .the gen set runs at a constant speed (1800...
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Forum: Building Your Own
03-02-2012, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,646
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Forum: Building Your Own
01-26-2012, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 7,957
Harley, I just happen to have a new (never...
Harley, I just happen to have a new (never installed) Coleman basement air/heat pump, complete with integrated thermostat & wiring harness. I think it's a 30,000 btu unit but I would need to look at...
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
11-03-2011, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 7,574
You might also check Welcome To The Yard...
You might also check Welcome To The Yard (https://www.yardstore.com/) in Wichita, Ks, . . .they carry a large inventory of new & used riviting tools, . . .if you don't see what you want on their...
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Forum: Building Your Own
08-21-2011, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 7,126
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Forum: Building Your Own
07-25-2011, 04:12 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 8,031
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
07-14-2011, 07:36 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 12,562
Several diesel truck sites have discussions on...
Several diesel truck sites have discussions on propane injection, . . .I know of a couple of farmers that are using this on their tractors. They all note better performance & better (combined) fuel...
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Forum: Building Your Own
03-19-2011, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 9,202
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Forum: Building Your Own
03-19-2011, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,722
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Forum: Building Your Own
02-27-2011, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,999
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Forum: Building Your Own
02-07-2011, 11:02 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,857
The outer skins on my truck are .050 alum &...
The outer skins on my truck are .050 alum & originally installed with 3M VHB bonding tape with no screws or rivits.. Before I started on the interior, I had a couple seams come loose. I bought a...
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
02-04-2011, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,411
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Forum: Building Your Own
12-20-2010, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,682
The generator starter shouldn't pull over...
The generator starter shouldn't pull over 100Amps. Charge amprage from the 12V generator alternator will likely be in the 20 to 25 Amp range (max).
You can get an induction amp meter Alter Systems...
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Forum: Building Your Own
12-19-2010, 11:08 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 5,447
From the way you're describing your load...
From the way you're describing your load situation, you might want to consider two 1500or 2000 watt inverters, . . .one on each 120V leg. Then you would have enough AC power to run everything (and...
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Forum: Building Your Own
12-19-2010, 10:23 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,682
Yup, . . .fuse (or install a breaker) on...
Yup, . . .fuse (or install a breaker) on everything (where practical) as you never know where those little electrical gremlins are going to appear - or when. All it takes is a mis-placed staple or...
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
07-23-2010, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 5,525
Suggest you install a separate box between the...
Suggest you install a separate box between the main breaker box and your rear A/C unit. then equip that box with a "transfer switch" rated at 20amps. A transfer switch is basically a double pole,...
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Forum: Building Your Own
05-26-2010, 05:55 PM
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Replies: 299
Views: 162,397
Actually, I built one from an 8 X 22' enclosed...
Actually, I built one from an 8 X 22' enclosed with ramp door.
I insulated the walls & roof, wired it for 110V AC with 30 amp RV service, 12V lights, installed an 18" awning, checkerboard tile...
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Forum: Building Your Own
05-12-2010, 09:06 PM
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Replies: 299
Views: 162,397
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
05-08-2010, 07:25 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,437
Also, be aware that most LED's don't project...
Also, be aware that most LED's don't project light very far even though they appear very bright when you look at them.
However, if what you have is a true LED backup light, it should do what you...
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Forum: Building Your Own
04-17-2010, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,666
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
03-23-2010, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,487
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Forum: Building Your Own
03-06-2010, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 97
Views: 47,543
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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions
02-08-2010, 02:44 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,012
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Forum: Building Your Own
02-08-2010, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,274
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