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Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 12-09-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,896
Posted By 38Chevy454
I had one that just had the 2-inch square...

I had one that just had the 2-inch square receiver instead of the permanent mounted ball like yours. If you could get that, then use a std 2-inch ball mount, it would extend the ball mounting point...
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 10-10-2019, 07:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,751
Posted By 38Chevy454
Just updating to sold (actually about 2 weeks...

Just updating to sold (actually about 2 weeks ago, forgot to update this here)
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 09-05-2019, 08:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,751
Posted By 38Chevy454
2005 Showhauler 45 ft, KW T800, Twin Screw, ISX

Selling my 2005 Showhauler to downsize to a 36-40 ft size truck conversion motorhome. It's a 45 ft total length, built on a 2003 Kenworth T800 new chassis by Showhauler. Twin screw rear, Eaton full...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 01-23-2019, 08:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,647
Posted By 38Chevy454
Welcome, show some more pictures of it, and also...

Welcome, show some more pictures of it, and also what you have done inside.
Forum: Camping, Rallies and Travel 01-22-2019, 08:33 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 31,380
Posted By 38Chevy454
I missed this first time around last summer, but...

I missed this first time around last summer, but I think it would be fun. I'm in NE Cincinnati area, so kind of around the areas you are discussing would be fine with me.


Figured it out and...
Forum: Building Your Own 11-11-2018, 07:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,371
Posted By 38Chevy454
Is it that hard to find a F-650/750 with air rear...

Is it that hard to find a F-650/750 with air rear susp? They are pretty popular trucks, not just for box trucks but rollbacks, flatbeds/stakebeds, dump, and whatever else the upfitter has added to...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 04-05-2018, 09:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,046
Posted By 38Chevy454
Never enter weigh stations myself. I have gotten...

Never enter weigh stations myself. I have gotten the "must enter weigh station" light many times on various interstates and never have actually entered one. It is obvious I am a motorhome once...
Forum: Coach In The Making 03-11-2018, 12:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,897
Posted By 38Chevy454
Wow, that's a lot of work you have done. Thanks...

Wow, that's a lot of work you have done. Thanks for sharing the pics.
Forum: Building Your Own 12-11-2017, 08:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 19,733
Posted By 38Chevy454
Yes, my idea is like a ramp truck, just has the...

Yes, my idea is like a ramp truck, just has the ramp part enclosed.

With more thinking about your needs, I would build a shorter ~10 ft garage area in the back and use a trailer for the car. You...
Forum: Building Your Own 12-10-2017, 09:01 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 19,733
Posted By 38Chevy454
Are you trying to get RV registration? If so,...

Are you trying to get RV registration? If so, then you will likely lose the rear seat. The pass through will need some kind of flexible rubber boot. Could the over-cab are be made into a bunk for...
Forum: HDT Discussions 11-12-2017, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,979
Posted By 38Chevy454
Not sure what Indiana laws say, but I see two...

Not sure what Indiana laws say, but I see two potential areas you might have troubles:
1. GVWR being over 26K
2. Air brakes

You need to find the Indiana laws related to this and how it fits...
Forum: Hi, I am.... 11-01-2017, 03:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,376
Posted By 38Chevy454
Welcome to the forum. Can't help with MI rules,...

Welcome to the forum. Can't help with MI rules, but I would get this resolved before doing too much work or money invested. One way that can save some money is buy a wrecked trailer and use a lot...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 11-01-2017, 03:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,545
Posted By 38Chevy454
Thought of something else, the Class A was full...

Thought of something else, the Class A was full air susp front and rear; my T/C is air only in the rear. My front is conventional leafs. The full air ride in the class A is probably a bit softer. ...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-26-2017, 09:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,545
Posted By 38Chevy454
Thoughts and Observations on Driving a Luxury Class A DP

This past week I helped my bro-in-law out by driving his class A motorhome from CO to FL, about 1850 miles total. Towed a car, and my sister-in-law also drive a vehicle caravanning with me. His is...
Forum: For Sale: Toterhomes, Motorhomes, HDT & MDT's 10-26-2017, 08:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,030
Posted By 38Chevy454
I do know Showhauler will work with you on your...

I do know Showhauler will work with you on your chassis. I don't have any other knowledge for additional, i am sure there are some others.
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-06-2017, 08:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,710
Posted By 38Chevy454
Have not gotten that far yet. Still need to...

Have not gotten that far yet. Still need to imagineer the end result. I have only purchased the slides, and have been figuring out how to make it work. I think I will just attach the slides to the...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 10-05-2017, 10:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,710
Posted By 38Chevy454
Not necessarily for outdoor kitchen, but i bought...

Not necessarily for outdoor kitchen, but i bought a set of 10 heavy duty drawer slides to convert my basement storage to be on slide-outs. I still need to complete this project, but the drawer...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-24-2017, 02:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,869
Posted By 38Chevy454
Just about any truck stop has a selection of...

Just about any truck stop has a selection of those. Take one of yours inside with you and match it up. They are generally chrome plated plastic, like the linked example; or stamped thin stainless...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 07-24-2017, 02:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,546
Posted By 38Chevy454
A simple solution might be to just add an...

A simple solution might be to just add an additional add-on A/C evaporator unit, connected to your current compressor and condenser. Just tee the lines. Look at Vintage Air as examples, they are...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-19-2017, 07:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,378
Posted By 38Chevy454
An easy fix for the front tire loading is to go...

An easy fix for the front tire loading is to go with 315/80R22.5 tires. These have the higher load range rating and capacity. Best rated for 9-inch width front wheels, but can be mounted on 8.25...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-19-2017, 09:12 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,378
Posted By 38Chevy454
Search for "garage" as term on racingjunk, there...

Search for "garage" as term on racingjunk, there are truck conversions that have a 16-20 ft length range garage area, and rated for weight of a vehicle. Not a toy hauler 10 ft garage, although you...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-18-2017, 10:38 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,378
Posted By 38Chevy454
I think you may run into conflict with ability to...

I think you may run into conflict with ability to sleep 6 and stay under length limits. But look around, you might find one that can make it work. The problem with converting a dinette or even a...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-07-2017, 07:44 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 66,740
Posted By 38Chevy454
I actually get more winter here than Cincinnati. ...

I actually get more winter here than Cincinnati. I am in the east mountains of Albuquerque, at 7100 ft. I lived in the Cincinnati and KY area for over 10 years, i know what I am getting into. Plus...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 06-06-2017, 09:55 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 66,740
Posted By 38Chevy454
Just back from round trip NM to OH last week,...

Just back from round trip NM to OH last week, about 3100 miles. Second trip this year and two more to go; although last one will be one-way NM to OH. That's with the motorhome. Made additional...
Forum: Truck Conversion General Discussions 05-29-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,701
Posted By 38Chevy454
I seem to always have to manually adjust the...

I seem to always have to manually adjust the level once it is finished with auto-adjusting. Not sure why the auto can't result in level, but it is always in need of final manual tweaking. I don't...
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