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Forum: MDT Discussions 12-10-2012, 10:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 58,336
Posted By coal
If it were me, hdt singled with large sleeper,...

If it were me, hdt singled with large sleeper, some sort of deck to carry spare tires tools etc. Fridge microwave etc in the bunk. Espar type sleeper heater mandatory. Better ride, cheaper on...
Forum: MDT Discussions 12-10-2012, 09:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 58,336
Posted By coal
I agree on the crate engine, way better route. ...

I agree on the crate engine, way better route. The International, no, that is his first HDT.I painted the truck to match the trailer he is hauling, but don't have a recent pic on the puter.
I...
Forum: MDT Discussions 12-10-2012, 08:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 58,336
Posted By coal
I agree on buying used, the market has some good...

I agree on buying used, the market has some good deals. I do work for the guys that haul the cars in and around the Toronto area, most of the guys with the 53 foot wedge trailers have been forced...
Forum: MDT Discussions 12-09-2012, 07:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 58,336
Posted By coal
Big money well over 100 g I built 6 trucks...

Big money well over 100 g

I built 6 trucks this last year for guys hauling their fivers, mostly fulltime Rvers. The one that left here last month, a big Volvo, these guys figure it's cheaper and...
Forum: MDT Discussions 12-09-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 58,336
Posted By coal
Better shot of the truck. Thinking I may add a...

Better shot of the truck. Thinking I may add a sleeper, cut the frame and extend it 60 inches or so.
Forum: MDT Discussions 12-09-2012, 05:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 58,336
Posted By coal
My 2004 topkick 6500 with a Cat C7 and Alison...

My 2004 topkick 6500 with a Cat C7 and Alison transmission does a good job hauling my 40 foot fiver. I fulltime so it's loaded and heavy. I don't put the miles on it like a commercial guy would...
Forum: Building Your Own 11-24-2012, 10:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,755
Posted By coal
Max air brake system for the Trlr brakes and a...

Max air brake system for the Trlr brakes and a Jackolopee system for the Trlr electrical ran to a separate plug for the Rv, run this outta your Trlr power receptacle on the back of the truck. This...
Forum: Building Your Own 11-24-2012, 10:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,119
Posted By coal
Are you gonna attached the Morgan body to the...

Are you gonna attached the Morgan body to the sleeper?? Concerned about flexing??
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 11-19-2012, 05:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,078
Posted By coal
I have the a iota converters in my rig. Twin 45...

I have the a iota converters in my rig. Twin 45 amps with the smart iq modules, they work well and a small footprint for mounting. Three stage charging.
Forum: Building Your Own 11-13-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 112,606
Posted By coal
They usually put a lift axle on a double frame. ...

They usually put a lift axle on a double frame. I have replaced and repaired frames double and triple, at the lift axle mounts, due too stresses. Your box looks to be a rigid mount, if you drop the...
Forum: Building Your Own 11-12-2012, 06:51 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 112,606
Posted By coal
Concerned about the lift axle, thinking frame...

Concerned about the lift axle, thinking frame flex, which transmit to the body. Is frame doubled or triple ??

Cool build, lots of hours, lots of thinking and designing on the go.
Forum: Coach In The Making 11-07-2012, 05:10 PM
Replies: 408
Views: 233,838
Posted By coal
Those roll up doors are nice, pricey I bet. ...

Those roll up doors are nice, pricey I bet. Looks like a nice build your doing there, you cleaned up the interior nicely too, that rubber mat is a nice touch.
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-05-2012, 07:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,320
Posted By coal
You will need a torque rod to stabilize the cab...

You will need a torque rod to stabilize the cab side to side movement. Any cab sleeper air bag should work, get the mounts too, fittings etc and a levelling valve. Prob also have to build a...
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