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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 11-24-2006, 06:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,836
Posted By kblackav8or
A tad long. Probably rather difficult to park. ...

A tad long. Probably rather difficult to park.

https://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1990-KENWORTH-T600-RV-TO...QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 11-10-2006, 11:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,718
Posted By kblackav8or
A wiki is interchangeably a web encyclopedia or...

A wiki is interchangeably a web encyclopedia or web information center. Seems like we could post/refine how to articles with pictures and stuff. Our site has a lot of stuff burried in it but no...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-26-2006, 12:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,701
Posted By kblackav8or
Seems like there would be better things to build...

Seems like there would be better things to build on like a stepped deck flat or electronics of moving van.
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 09-05-2006, 10:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,643
Posted By kblackav8or
Due to the construction design of an airstream...

Due to the construction design of an airstream trailer, it might be one of the few that would survive being mounted on a truck - if you did the mounting with proper cushioning/flexibility. They are...
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 09-05-2006, 10:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,332
Posted By kblackav8or
That thing couldn't get out of it's own shadow...

That thing couldn't get out of it's own shadow let alone tow much of anything. Probably has the handling qualities of a wet cardboard box.
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 08-28-2006, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,426
Posted By kblackav8or
Thats a lot of money for a conversion of that...

Thats a lot of money for a conversion of that age. There are a fair number of converted coaches (buses) that would compete and have roughly the same capabilities with more comfort. I almost bought...
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 08-26-2006, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,426
Posted By kblackav8or
I thought detroit also but remembered the...

I thought detroit also but remembered the majority of DD's in those days were 318's.
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 08-26-2006, 12:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,426
Posted By kblackav8or
I will take bets on a Cummins. Hmmm Cabover. How...

I will take bets on a Cummins. Hmmm Cabover. How do you deal with the pass through section when you need to do maintenance? Is it just a big boot or?
Forum: Aftermarket 08-26-2006, 12:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,610
Posted By kblackav8or
No question that AWD is cool.

No question that AWD is cool.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-28-2006, 01:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,572
Posted By kblackav8or
Those things do look kind of cool though cabovers...

Those things do look kind of cool though cabovers seem to be very out of style in the US market at the moment. The con's remain cab access, servicing, cab height among others. I would think a...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-28-2006, 01:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,442
Posted By kblackav8or
Dry cleaning solution might work. Go to a real...

Dry cleaning solution might work. Go to a real paint store and ask about a graffiti remover. Sherwin Williams used to carry something that worked. Be aware that many of the "good" chemicals that...
Forum: Building Your Own 05-03-2006, 04:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,204
Posted By kblackav8or
If you want a really unique hybrid find a...

If you want a really unique hybrid find a converted Crown Supercoach - early 70's 40 footer or the ultra rare 35 with a 855 Cummins and a 10 speed roadranger. They run a Mack air suspension most...
Forum: You Gotta See This! 04-26-2006, 10:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,814
Posted By kblackav8or
With careful modification it would be cool. ...

With careful modification it would be cool. Without a cab extension or something along those lines you are limited on the folks you can bring along.
Forum: Building Your Own 04-26-2006, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,042
Posted By kblackav8or
Seems like a good idea? Anyone ever seen plans...

Seems like a good idea? Anyone ever seen plans offered? The converters probably have an engineer/draftsman or something along those lines to work this stuff out. Could just find someones you like...
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 04-26-2006, 12:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,720
Posted By kblackav8or
Got any pictures? I might be interested.

Got any pictures? I might be interested.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-10-2006, 08:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,136
Posted By kblackav8or
Dang - where are these? Are mid-3.00 ratios...

Dang - where are these? Are mid-3.00 ratios available?
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-09-2006, 08:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,136
Posted By kblackav8or
https://www.xplorermotorhome.com/ Looks like...

https://www.xplorermotorhome.com/
Looks like someone else does. They do everything from Sprinters up to Class 6/7 Peterbilts, Kenworths, 6x6 Sterlings. I have no idea what level of quality they...
Forum: HDT Discussions 04-05-2006, 06:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,991
Posted By kblackav8or
A 444E or Powerstroke will quit running before it...

A 444E or Powerstroke will quit running before it damages itself if the high pressure oil pump fails. The fuel injection won't fire if there isn't oil pressure so you had to have one of the older...
Forum: Larry Zeigler 04-01-2006, 05:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,494
Posted By kblackav8or
You probably gain some manueverablilty and...

You probably gain some manueverablilty and turning radius - you lose ride and your wife will hate climbing in and out. Attaching it to the cab is challenging. Would be a cheap chassis to start...
Forum: HDT Discussions 04-01-2006, 05:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,991
Posted By kblackav8or
Cylinder wall erosion was a problem in the...

Cylinder wall erosion was a problem in the Pre-Powerstroke / 444E motors. Nobody has been having those problems with Powerstrokes but the older 7.3 especially was problematic.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 03-23-2006, 02:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,136
Posted By kblackav8or
Look at Fabco in SOCAL. They make parts to do it...

Look at Fabco in SOCAL. They make parts to do it including axles and transfer cases. There are some with a center disconnect so you aren't spinning the axles all the time. A International 4800...
Forum: You Gotta See This! 03-01-2006, 10:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,245
Posted By kblackav8or
He isn't going 400 in the first long video. 250...

He isn't going 400 in the first long video. 250 or so, maybe less. Still very cool.
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 02-19-2006, 09:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,995
Posted By kblackav8or
For a Chevy fan hauling some collectable cars it...

For a Chevy fan hauling some collectable cars it probably is not a bad start if the price were lower. The DD can be worked to make more power if you want. I am not a fan but would say they are OK...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 02-07-2006, 02:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,816
Posted By kblackav8or
Put a truck camper on a gooseneck...

Put a truck camper on a gooseneck...
Forum: You Gotta See This! 01-25-2006, 08:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,642
Posted By kblackav8or
Not mine but looks decent. Maybe a bit high. ...

Not mine but looks decent. Maybe a bit high.
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