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Forum: For Sale: Accessories & Spare Parts 05-03-2015, 10:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,617
Posted By DrFun
Surepower Battery Isolator

Surepower 2402 battery isolator
1 input
2 outputs
240 amp rating

New, never installed.

$60 plus shipping

Pictures: https://goo.gl/NKfH80 (links to Dropbox folder)
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 10-23-2014, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 14,911
Posted By DrFun
Vehicle Sold

Vehicle Sold
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 08-24-2014, 09:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 14,911
Posted By DrFun
Price lowered to $85k. Contact me if interested.

Price lowered to $85k. Contact me if interested.
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 02-26-2014, 08:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 14,911
Posted By DrFun
I feel stupid...

Silly me - left out two important details.

Asking $117k. Located near Denver, Colorado.
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 02-22-2014, 10:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 14,911
Posted By DrFun
2006 Freightliner M2-based Motorhome w/ Motorcycle Lift

Compact, rugged, unique motorhome to tow your trailer/car or haul your motorcycle.

Summary
• 2006 Freightliner M2-106 medium-duty truck with motorhome conversion
• 72,000 miles
• 26 feet...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 09-06-2010, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,056
Posted By DrFun
Yes, MMMM is annoying. But, did you know you can...

Yes, MMMM is annoying. But, did you know you can automatically hide his posts? Click on his user name in one of his postings and select Add to Ignore List.
Forum: Building Your Own 02-25-2010, 08:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,516
Posted By DrFun
Sikaflex 252 is the product used on our rig. Use...

Sikaflex 252 is the product used on our rig. Use Google to search for 'sikaflex 252' or check Amazon. They had it last time I checked. Warning: it's pricey stuff.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-09-2010, 05:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,991
Posted By DrFun
Our roadside assistance coverage is $27/year.

Our roadside assistance coverage is $27/year.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-08-2010, 05:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,991
Posted By DrFun
We have roadside assistance through Progressive....

We have roadside assistance through Progressive. We've used them twice - once for a flat tire and the second time for a breakdown. They were fast, professional, and hassle free.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 01-25-2010, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,051
Posted By DrFun
There's definitely a problem -- it takes 1-2...

There's definitely a problem -- it takes 1-2 minutes for every new page to load.
Forum: HDT Discussions 10-02-2009, 07:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,161
Posted By DrFun
I thought this would be a great idea too... But,...

I thought this would be a great idea too... But, the installation instructions for my genset recommend against it:

"Never join or tee the generator exhaust system and the vehicle exhaust system...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 09-02-2009, 04:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,821
Posted By DrFun
Blizz and Geof - thanks for the replies! So,...

Blizz and Geof - thanks for the replies!

So, to confirm... a car on a stinger lift *can* be backed up (with the proper precautions), correct?

Any recommendations on the optimum distance between...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 08-31-2009, 07:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,821
Posted By DrFun
I recall a comment in an earlier thread (that I...

I recall a comment in an earlier thread (that I cannot seem to locate) about underlift towing. GeofKaye, maybe?

Anywho, I like the convenience of flat-towing our Honda (four wheels down) but not...
Forum: Manufacturer Discussion 08-07-2009, 10:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,875
Posted By DrFun
I too have used a modified sine wave inverter for...

I too have used a modified sine wave inverter for several years. In doing my pre-purchase research the only thing that the modified sine wave inverter wouldn't run that affected me is a laser...
Forum: Building Your Own 06-13-2009, 04:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,656
Posted By DrFun
1. Between 2 and 3 inches. (hard to get an exact...

1. Between 2 and 3 inches. (hard to get an exact measurement)
2. Just fine - but, we have air suspension on the back axle (leaf springs in the front)
3. No issues at all at present. I think over...
Forum: Building Your Own 06-11-2009, 11:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,656
Posted By DrFun
Sorry for the confusion... No, only the cab is...

Sorry for the confusion... No, only the cab is air ride. The coach box is rigidly mounted to the frame. There is an accordion seal between the cab and the coach box.
Forum: Building Your Own 06-10-2009, 03:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,656
Posted By DrFun
We have a Freightliner M2 with an air-ride cab....

We have a Freightliner M2 with an air-ride cab. The accordion seal has worked fine for us with the air-ride fully enabled. For more details on one manufacturers seals, see: UniGrip Accordion Seals...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-30-2009, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,267
Posted By DrFun
Hi Gil, I went with a Remco towbar with a...

Hi Gil,

I went with a Remco towbar with a Blue Ox base plate. See: Tow Bar + Base Plate package. (https://www.towbarsunlimited.com/catalog/item/1464780/1092854.htm)

I did all the installation...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-30-2009, 08:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,267
Posted By DrFun
We tow a Honda CR-V four-wheels-down. I believe...

We tow a Honda CR-V four-wheels-down. I believe the brake capacity of our conversion is more than adequate for the toad 99% of the time. I researched weight-limit laws and concluded that I could...
Forum: HDT Discussions 02-13-2009, 07:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,641
Posted By DrFun
Different strokes for different folks. As I said...

Different strokes for different folks. As I said in my original reply, using an inverter depends on your power requirements and camping preferences.

My Xantrex inverter has served me very well...
Forum: HDT Discussions 02-12-2009, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,641
Posted By DrFun
It is my understanding that a 'converter' is the...

It is my understanding that a 'converter' is the combination of a high-tech charger and DC power distributor. In other words, the converter will charge your batteries and help manage DC loads....
Forum: HDT Discussions 02-11-2009, 05:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,641
Posted By DrFun
It depends on your power needs and where you plan...

It depends on your power needs and where you plan to camp. If you plan to stay in campgrounds with electric hookups your need for large batteries and an inverter is less than if you plan do do lots...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-28-2008, 08:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,877
Posted By DrFun
Clarifying further... the isolator that Blizz...

Clarifying further... the isolator that Blizz mentions allows both the truck and coach batteries to be charged at the same time by the truck's alternator. It also ensures that neither will be over...
Forum: HDT Discussions 03-10-2008, 06:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,291
Posted By DrFun
I pieced together a setup using parts from ...

I pieced together a setup using parts from McMaster Carr. (https://www.mcmaster.com)

These are the parts I used:
1 6464K16 PNEUMATIC CONTROL VALVE, FLIP TOGGLE, 3-WAY, 2-POS, MANUAL RETURN, 1/8"...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-27-2008, 07:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,889
Posted By DrFun
I contacted Bridgestone/Firestone back in...

I contacted Bridgestone/Firestone back in September regarding retrofitting my single-axle rig with super singles. Here's their reply:


Factoring in the reply above and the cost to retrofit (new...
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