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Forum: HDT Discussions 08-09-2016, 03:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,520
Posted By bmzero
Thanks, hot rod. I completely understand not...

Thanks, hot rod. I completely understand not wanting to finance. If anything changes, please let me know. I would love for it to go to someone on one of the forums. That way I can keep an eye on it....
Forum: HDT Discussions 08-09-2016, 07:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,520
Posted By bmzero
One of the reasons I built this truck was because...

One of the reasons I built this truck was because I spent so much time on the road with racing and camping with the family. Next month, I'm taking a new position that comes with almost zero vacation....
Forum: HDT Discussions 12-28-2015, 05:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
Sorry missed your reply earlier. Just now seeing...

Sorry missed your reply earlier. Just now seeing it.

Yes, the hitch was pretty pricey. Yes, I will be selling them. Still working out the details.
Forum: HDT Discussions 08-10-2015, 04:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
Here's a video from the weekend of the first test...

Here's a video from the weekend of the first test pull on the new hitch.

Check out the train tracks crossing at 2:20.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsCsvuDZ8zk
Forum: HDT Discussions 08-05-2015, 10:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
Here's the hitch in action, charged from the...

Here's the hitch in action, charged from the sliding hitch switch on the dash.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8WnLRBZXNg
Forum: HDT Discussions 07-31-2015, 09:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
What other other post? As for your question...

What other other post?

As for your question about the rigid four-link and the need for a Watts link, that's a simple answer. Having the Watts link takes stress off of the arm assemblies and the...
Forum: HDT Discussions 07-30-2015, 09:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,520
Posted By bmzero
I don't like having to fight for inches when it...

I don't like having to fight for inches when it comes to putting everything on the back of the truck. I had to extend the frame rails a few inches just to get the hitch pin where I wanted it....
Forum: HDT Discussions 07-29-2015, 11:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,520
Posted By bmzero
Those numbers look fine to me, maybe even a...

Those numbers look fine to me, maybe even a little conservative, except maybe your hitch pin weight. That one should be easy to figure out, though, from manufacturer specs.

I don't know anything...
Forum: HDT Discussions 07-29-2015, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,520
Posted By bmzero
As you move the axle forward, relieving weight...

As you move the axle forward, relieving weight from the front axle, you are adding that same amount of weight to the rear axle. By the time you move the tanks to the rear of the axle and place a...
Forum: HDT Discussions 07-29-2015, 08:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
This build has evolved quite a bit since my last...

This build has evolved quite a bit since my last post here. I'm not in a huge hurry, so I'm taking my time to do it right.
...
Forum: HDT Discussions 12-15-2014, 06:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
I did not get permits. Three of the four scales I...

I did not get permits. Three of the four scales I passed were closed. The one that was open didn't have anyone there to chase me down, so I got lucky.

Thanks for the video link. I'll watch it...
Forum: HDT Discussions 12-12-2014, 10:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
So, I have been looking all over the country to...

So, I have been looking all over the country to find a better deal than this truck, but it hasn't happened yet. So, I'm typing this from a hotel next to the dealer that has this truck. Tomorrow...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-09-2014, 08:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 74,205
Posted By bmzero
https://www.truckconversion.net/forums/f98/volvo-73...

https://www.truckconversion.net/forums/f98/volvo-730-rv-hauler-7358/

Been at the dealership for the last few hours. Not a done deal yet.
Forum: Building Your Own 12-09-2014, 08:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 74,205
Posted By bmzero
Thanks. I appreciate the compliment. I am...

Thanks. I appreciate the compliment.

I am about to list this truck for sale. I'm going bigger.

I got the corners at my local Uhaul store. They handle the repair work for the area. You can...
Forum: HDT Discussions 11-23-2014, 08:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
Same here. I have a 7 year old daughter and a 5...

Same here. I have a 7 year old daughter and a 5 year old son. They would love having the table and being able to see each other going down the road. Well, OK, maybe not so much on being able to see...
Forum: HDT Discussions 11-23-2014, 07:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
The 780 is nice, but I like the lower roof height...

The 780 is nice, but I like the lower roof height of the 730. I won't be pulling a high cargo trailer. The height of the 730 should be enough to deflect wind over my 5th wheel.
Forum: HDT Discussions 11-21-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,096
Posted By bmzero
Volvo 730 as RV Hauler

I have been kicking around the idea of building a HDT RV hauler. Currently, I'm leaning toward this 2008 Volvo 730. Price is right. Mileage is great (600k), and it has the I-Shift transmission.
...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-29-2014, 04:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,309
Posted By bmzero
So, the conversation with my wife went about as I...

So, the conversation with my wife went about as I expected it to go. She was pretty emphatic about her not driving a semi around town. That will be a steep hill to climb.
Forum: Building Your Own 10-28-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,309
Posted By bmzero
Here's what I came up with to haul a quad on the...

Here's what I came up with to haul a quad on the back of the toy hauler. Worked great all the way to MN from AL, but did keep me pretty nervous and looking in the mirrors to see the quad bouncing...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-28-2014, 04:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,309
Posted By bmzero
I have been weighing the costs quite a bit today....

I have been weighing the costs quite a bit today. I turned 37 yesterday, so, like you, I would be replacing the F450 several times throughout my lifetime. I'm not in a huge hurry, so I may take my...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-28-2014, 12:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,309
Posted By bmzero
You're definitely right about all of the above,...

You're definitely right about all of the above, but you should imagine yourself in my shoes when trying to explain the width situation to my wife. :D I can't imagine that conversation yielding my...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-28-2014, 12:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,309
Posted By bmzero
https://www.truckconversion.net/forums/attachment.p...

https://www.truckconversion.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=1753&stc=1&d=1414517117

I pull my 38' Keystone Raptor with a '08 F450 now (photo above is a previous 48' Haulmark). It works...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-28-2014, 11:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,309
Posted By bmzero
I really appreciate the insight on the HDT. That...

I really appreciate the insight on the HDT. That haven't considered that route in the past. I appreciate the nimbleness of the F450 and have never really had any issues with them, although I do...
Forum: Building Your Own 10-27-2014, 09:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,309
Posted By bmzero
Smaller Toterhome?

So, as many of you are I'm sure, I'm constantly searching for the perfect RV/hauler for my needs. I have tried everything out there, even a Custom Uhaul build...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-02-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 74,205
Posted By bmzero
The walls on the Uhaul vans are solid, so there...

The walls on the Uhaul vans are solid, so there are no wall "joists" in between and therefore don't have screws holding the walls together.

Does that answer your question?
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