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I have been trying and failing to find out how backward compatible the MB OEM spec is, for instance can I use a fully synthetic oil with MB 228.51 spec? The manual states 228.0/1 oils, of course the superceding specs where not available when the manual was printed? I found the following info...

Hi, Does anyone know or better have measure the peak sustained current when starting an 366 engine? I have torn out my main battery cables to replace them and am spec'ing up a lithium battery for the stater and cabin and need some C values.. should have measured this before hand but I only just...

So I'm looking at some second hand Recaro Ergomed seats (Thea wants to upholster them). Some questions: Do I reuse the existing bases? If not then is it all custom or should I be looking at aftermarket bases again? Lots of the German ln2 cabs have Recaro seats, but I've not had any luck getting...

Hi! I am trying to calibration my speedometer for the new 385/65 22.5 wheels and tires. I'm not able to find this screw.. 😂 any help appreciated

Hi, Does anyone have the specs on the rear propshaft angle torerances? Mine is looking a little extreme..

Hi! Quite a bit of time researching Starlink and installations on our truck and the best resource by far was Marcus' blog found here, some of you probably know Trucks Truck already. We wont be getting our Starlink Dishy until Q1 2023 but I wanted to start planning the dish install, i think...

Hi, So im ordering up and planning my AC input and distribution parts. I will be using residential type A RCBO protected setup rather than a marine panel or similar for AC, just because the features I am after simply do not seem to exist yet on bluesea panels etc, plus it is a lot cheaper! Of...

Hi! I was wondering if there would be any takers to crowdfund some skid plates for our diffs? I would think a galvanised circular steel design as below would be in order to help offset some of the axle weight, I think there would have to be some sort of axle support "arms" on the wheel prop...

Looking for some bathroom door ideas at the moment. We were looking at some Tambour door options but are not a fan of the plastic doors.. we would like something sliding opposed to opening so we can keep it 30% for drying and circulation (our maxxfan will be in the bathroom)

hi! I have created a little FB for those in Norway or neighbouring countries! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1065244747575161

Once again I am seeking the collective knowledge and imagination of this forum :D We have until the 6th of Dec to lock in out panel designs and i cannot decide what to do with the massive windows we have spec'd with regards to overhead storage around the seating area. The dilemma is as follows...

Hey guys! Doing some system cataloging so I can get the workshop #todo list ready for when we ship the truck to the UK, I came across this wiring on the compressor hose and didn't manage to trace it back anywhere, anyone have ideas? Looks like it has a spark plug fitting on it...

Hi all! Part of the planning I have been putting off is the heating system, hence my previous preference to just go with the Truma Combi 6D solution to knock that question into submission without much thought (I still think that is a great system). However, I am planning to install a fairly...

Hi, Well here goes probably a stupid question but in my defence it is motivated by a real obscenity, namely timber prices (up over 64% here in Norway from July last year, and just keep increasing). I was planning on using 15mm birch 13-ply sheets for my furniture and cabinets(AA), but now cost...

Hi guys! Some more advice (again) I see the topic of chassis grounding (local earth) vs floating systems (IT) brushed over in most cases and not covered in full context and I am still not seeing a clear strategy from reading and re-reading Wiring-Unlimited. I know the trucks existing system...

Has anyone had any luck finding, building or retrofitting a decent snorkel for the engine induction and cabin intake?

I suppose this is more for the gravel road hardened truckers that have finished and have experience traveling in their self build/designed rigs. What are some things you would change, planning to change in your design, layout, systems, anything really. Things you would do differently if you had...

Hi guys, I am trying to figure out my paneling, I would like to have breakers and not fuses for AC and DC and make an integrated distribution panel for both, I am playing around with the bluesea custom panel designer and was wondering if there is a modular or easier and more economic way to go...

Just going to leave this here, I wonder when we will start seeing conversations that have 1000km plus ranges.. Mercedes-Benz eActros spec (initial prototypes): two versions – 18 or 25 tonnes up to 200 km (125 miles) of range 240 kWh battery pack ZF AVE 130 twin-motor drive axle – the system...

I have been looking at the various central/stationary inflation systems and came across the much hyped ti.systems STIS, however the 3000 Euro price tag (for 4x4 single wheels) has me thinking, these are basically central pressure regulation circuits with what looks like off the shelf lines and...