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Forum: Building Your Own 11-01-2020, 03:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,707
Posted By petrel
I'm not sure about the technical aspects of it,...

I'm not sure about the technical aspects of it, but my TC only has one compartment behind the drive axles (about 48") and I've dragged the trailer hitch a couple times. I've often wondered how the...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 08-07-2020, 08:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,889
Posted By petrel
Welcome to the forum. Sounds like a nice plan. ...

Welcome to the forum. Sounds like a nice plan. Sorry I don't know much about that type of setup, but you may find what you need here or over on the HDT - Escapees forum.

I think you will find...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-31-2020, 09:18 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 39,158
Posted By petrel
https://seabeemagazine.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/...

https://seabeemagazine.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2014/05/NAVEDTRA-14050A-Construction-Mechanic-Advanced-Part-4.pdf

This has a good wiring diagram. I apologize if I made this confusing. That is...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-30-2020, 09:53 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 39,158
Posted By petrel
It really depends on how the lights you selected...

It really depends on how the lights you selected are set up and what condition the existing wiring is in.

I doubt you could find an entire plug and play harness for a dry box. If there is...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-30-2020, 09:26 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 39,158
Posted By petrel
It may not be a bad idea to go ahead and add a...

It may not be a bad idea to go ahead and add a ground wire and a turn signal lead (if there isn't one near the outside already) I'm a big fan of the "mid ship" turn signals, and plan to add two to...
Forum: Building Your Own 03-30-2020, 09:04 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 39,158
Posted By petrel
I like the polished aluminum. Is it coated, so...

I like the polished aluminum. Is it coated, so it won't oxidize, or will it require regular re-polishing.

There are so many great after market parts and lighting options for the Petes! I'm...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 12-28-2019, 09:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,919
Posted By petrel
A few years ago, when I was considering a heavy...

A few years ago, when I was considering a heavy hauler instead of a truck conversion, I spoke to a gentleman who specialized in singling out Semis for towing big 5th wheels. When I told him that I...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 11-17-2019, 07:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 20,906
Posted By petrel
This is the write up I posted on the truck forum:...

This is the write up I posted on the truck forum:

i bought two new freight liner headlight assemblies and a set of Jeep headlight retaining rings and set them aside. Then I removed the factory...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 11-13-2019, 04:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,864
Posted By petrel
Sorry no direct experience, but the folks over at...

Sorry no direct experience, but the folks over at headlight revolution claim to now offer an LED upgrade that is made for a halogen housing, thus reducing the chance of blinding other drivers.
Forum: Building Your Own 11-04-2019, 09:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,474
Posted By petrel
The thetford toilet in our RV has a ball valve,...

The thetford toilet in our RV has a ball valve, instead of a flap. I don't know what the seal life on it may be, but odds are that daily use is better than letting it sit. Look at all the...
Forum: Building Your Own 11-04-2019, 07:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,474
Posted By petrel
A real household toilet would be nice. However,...

A real household toilet would be nice. However, wouldn't the household toilet with rear tank take up too much space and run the risk of having the tank slop over going down the road?

It would...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-18-2019, 01:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
Well the steers are done, but I will certainly...

Well the steers are done, but I will certainly keep that in mind when the drives mature to retirement.

Fun fact: These newish (3017) steers (Michelin X Coach HL Z - 295/80 R22.5) were manufactured...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-16-2019, 12:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
Ok, so the big Michelin dealer I was holding out...

Ok, so the big Michelin dealer I was holding out for said that the tires he was able to get had a '14 date code! I think he just did not want to attempt a re-order.

Since I have a trip coming...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-11-2019, 04:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,008
Posted By petrel
Copy that. Have added it to my research list.

Copy that. Have added it to my research list.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-11-2019, 04:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
When I replace the drives, I'm going to install...

When I replace the drives, I'm going to install TPMS.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-05-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
Thank you very much for your insights. I was...

Thank you very much for your insights. I was buying into the logic of the rubber's suspended animation while in storage, until Michelin said they drew the line at 3 years of storage. That would...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-05-2019, 09:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
The nice lady at Michelin said that the tires...

The nice lady at Michelin said that the tires have a maximum shelf life of three years. She went on to say that tires manufactured prior to 2017 have a 5 year warranty. Tires manufactured in 2017...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-04-2019, 11:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
Ok tire Gurus, please help me out with this: ...

Ok tire Gurus, please help me out with this: Went to dealer today and the tires had a date code of 3017! Over a year old already. The salesman apologized and is trying to find "fresher" tires.
...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-03-2019, 08:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
Ok, I'm sold! The date code on mine is...

Ok, I'm sold! The date code on mine is 3013...yikes!

Just ordered two Michelin X Coach HL Zs Hopefully getting them mounted tomorrow.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-01-2019, 07:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
Thanks for your insights!

Thanks for your insights!
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 03-29-2019, 05:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,584
Posted By petrel
New Steer tires: Three questions

What is the current conventional wisdom about steer tire age? Mine show very little wear, and have no sidewall dry rot that I can see, but I think they are 6yrs old. Is it time to replace them...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 03-09-2019, 09:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,413
Posted By petrel
Thanks for posting the photo. What make are...

Thanks for posting the photo. What make are those lights?

Polishing the lights does help a bunch.

I'm heading out tomorrow, in the rain as usual. Guess I'll just pack those side marker...
Forum: Camping, Rallies and Travel 02-07-2019, 06:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,648
Posted By petrel
It is spendy, but worth it. IMHO

It is spendy, but worth it. IMHO
Forum: Camping, Rallies and Travel 02-05-2019, 04:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,648
Posted By petrel
Bluewater Key RV Resort. Absolutely beautiful...

Bluewater Key RV Resort. Absolutely beautiful spot. Make time to dine at the Square Grouper while you are down there.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-25-2019, 03:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,645
Posted By petrel
Welcome! I just took a look at the photos in...

Welcome! I just took a look at the photos in your other post. Great setup. I really like the all around view from the settee.
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