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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 01-12-2009, 07:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,894
Posted By SandCarFan
I prefer the windows in the sides of the...

I prefer the windows in the sides of the slide-out. It allows more light on the inside of the coach.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 01-12-2009, 07:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,406
Posted By SandCarFan
Rear axles further back is better for those heavy...

Rear axles further back is better for those heavy stacker trailer tongue weights. If the rear axles are too far forward, the tongue weight would un-weight the front axle too much. If they're further...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 03-22-2008, 06:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,889
Posted By SandCarFan
They are popular with trucking purposes that deal...

They are popular with trucking purposes that deal with heavy loads where they pick up cargo capacity due to the lower weight of the super singles. In SoCal, you frequently see them on liquid tanker...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-05-2004, 05:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,600
Posted By SandCarFan
I looked into the cost of these paint jobs and...

I looked into the cost of these paint jobs and like others, quickly found the cost to be pretty high for nothing more than glitz ($12K to 35K). Plus straight white ages better, is easier to keep cool...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-05-2004, 02:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,600
Posted By SandCarFan
Personally, I think most motorhome paint jobs,...

Personally, I think most motorhome paint jobs, and even some of the white ones with extensive graphics are a bit much.

The following vehicle has graphics more in line with my taste. Anything more...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-04-2004, 02:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,600
Posted By SandCarFan
BTW, anyone know who made this rig? It looks like...

BTW, anyone know who made this rig? It looks like the rear axles are proportioned well for front to rear weight distribution. What is this, a 30' unit?
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-04-2004, 02:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,600
Posted By SandCarFan
Here's at least one source ... ...

Here's at least one source ...

https://www.performancepaintinginc.com/index.htm

https://www.performancepaintinginc.com/images/rv.jpg
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 01-16-2004, 07:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,306
Posted By SandCarFan
I have rollers on the back of my Exiss trailer....

I have rollers on the back of my Exiss trailer. They are about three inches in diameter and about eight inches wide. These work extremely well and don't hang down any further than necessary to...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-15-2003, 01:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,764
Posted By SandCarFan
How about NRC's? On these others, how about...

How about NRC's?

On these others, how about utility hook up arrangement, storage box construction/finish, and typical power inverter/converter system design?
Forum: Building Your Own 12-06-2003, 10:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,592
Posted By SandCarFan
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>I am looking forward to using the rig out in the CA desert{Glamis, Dumont etc}<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

OK, is it more time at Glamis...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-18-2003, 09:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,667
Posted By SandCarFan
It's too easy ......

It's too easy ... https://butlermotorcoaches.com/main.html https://www.truckhome.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-09-2003, 11:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,667
Posted By SandCarFan
I used the same material to line the generator...

I used the same material to line the generator compartment to reduce noise and repel heat.

If you need more of the foil tape, Home Depot carries it.
Forum: Building Your Own 10-03-2003, 04:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,534
Posted By SandCarFan
Full of water and fuel but not your personal...

Full of water and fuel but not your personal stuff and people?
Forum: Building Your Own 09-18-2003, 09:07 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 35,943
Posted By SandCarFan
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Patrick:
The water pump swap was a sucess! The ShurFlow 5.7 took 15 minutes to install and made a huge...
Forum: Building Your Own 09-16-2003, 07:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,817
Posted By SandCarFan
You have to click on the "NRC Motorhome" link...

You have to click on the "NRC Motorhome" link right below the "Personal Albums" label.
Forum: Building Your Own 08-16-2003, 08:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,344
Posted By SandCarFan
Check out these guys. ...

Check out these guys.

https://www.performancepaintinginc.com/rv.htm

I talked with them a while back and they said their paint jobs run between about $3K and $45K. Mild to wild.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 08-05-2003, 09:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,900
Posted By SandCarFan
Good Lord!! How long is that truck? can't be...

Good Lord!! How long is that truck? can't be legal in CA... https://www.truckhome.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif Let alone the turning radius ... phew
Forum: Building Your Own 07-31-2003, 04:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,216
Posted By SandCarFan
From the California Vehicle Code: Web...

From the California Vehicle Code:

Web site:https://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/vc/tocd1.htm#%23H

Definitions ...

House Car
362. A "house car" is a motor vehicle originally designed, or...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-29-2003, 03:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,223
Posted By SandCarFan
T&E is another source of aluminum enclosed...

T&E is another source of aluminum enclosed trailers. They're more money than the Exiss trailers but can be customized 'till there is no tomorrow ... ...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-29-2003, 02:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,223
Posted By SandCarFan
I had the benefit of having a friend who bought...

I had the benefit of having a friend who bought his first. https://www.truckhome.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif I was able to see his up close before plunking down a deposit.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-29-2003, 08:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,223
Posted By SandCarFan
If you can, go with 16" wheels, they seem to have...

If you can, go with 16" wheels, they seem to have less problems than the run of the mill 15" wheels (don't know the weight you're planning to carry but you can get load range E's for 16"ers).
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-28-2003, 08:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,223
Posted By SandCarFan
Geof, I finally posted a pic of my Exiss trailer....

Geof, I finally posted a pic of my Exiss trailer. I added the Alcoa wheels, awning, the extra tail lights, and backup lights.

Check in the gallery ...
Forum: Building Your Own 07-27-2003, 08:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,867
Posted By SandCarFan
After working with the factory via several phone...

After working with the factory via several phone calls (twice with sales department, three times with the parts area) they've gotten better. Why did I talk with them so often? I bought some inserts...
Forum: Building Your Own 07-26-2003, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,867
Posted By SandCarFan
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by warpath:
Not sure of what your asking with the 57% balance<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
Could be weight on front axle...
Forum: Building Your Own 07-22-2003, 07:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,809
Posted By SandCarFan
The article mentions he has all the required...

The article mentions he has all the required facilities on the truck to be classified as a MoHo. Does he have a Toterhome or did he add all that to the original sleeper? Sounds as though this applies...
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