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Is pickup truck platforms the wrong platform to build a expedition vehicle upon? So many issues Frame twist Suspension travel Weight capacity Length Turning radius Cost of super singles Axle limits Frame length limits

How does the cab over work with frame twist, when traveling on erosion filled dirt roads? I would suspect the cab roof is a hinderance to movement.

How do you value a well built composite habitat? Most DIY models have less value and tend to be designed based on one person's vision. If you list all parts that are part of a well built composite habitat in a spreadsheet. The list is a mile long. And the cost of the parts easily can add up to...

I'm building spring mounts for my subframe, I searched the world to buy them and there was only one supplier for $500 each. I thought that was crazy. I made mine out of c-channel 4" Bolts to truck frame, is welded to sub frame. They have dual springs each. And I will use three on each side.

I needed to build a wide rear bumper. I bought a stock steel bus bumper new. (85"x9") Not expensive. The steel was good but not enough for my needs. I cut 2x3" 1/4 tube, and welded it to the back. Now I have two tubes welded to the back side, with a trailer hitch welded below. Now I am...

Fuso FG builds in the USA with complete habitats are running $160--$200K. Turn key. (this is the newer series - not the older ones - not big enough for a family only a couple) I am interested in opinions why?

When making decisions on this entire build, the super singles played a big role. Originally I was going to use a divorce transfer case and two 2004 f450 axles. Then purchase a set of 5 Stazworks 20x10 wheels. Later the economics and long term sustainability pushed me in the direction of...

Curious: You guys with the Full Size rigs Can you list the limitations you experience?

Look at the prices for these heavy bumpers. Think twice. OEM bumpers are cheap to replace

Second row seats from newer salvage minivans are great

My habitat comes with a basic lithium battery monitor the lcd type. Is it easy to swap it out for a better one? And is it only the shunt? Any suggestions on a upgrade? Due to the 12v air conditioner and the 600amp hour battery bank. I can assume the batteries will only power the A/C for 8...

Maybe you speak of what we call Mudflaps. I'm talking about aluminum fenders

As the subframe moves, does the rear fenders move too? Are they attached to the frame or the subframe?

After buying it, It had some smaller issues to fix, like clutch cable, fuel pump and transfer case bushing. We just finished that a few days ago. It has a old man emu shock and suspension. I see this as my emergency vehicle when my bigger rig fails. Also being a tintop the storage behind...

My calculation is each tire needs 5.8 cubic feet of air to fill half way

Yes it was misunderstood. There is a compressor with two tanks. Tanks total are 4 gallons.

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For Sale If someone is interested in this rig I'm building. I'm happy to build a second for sale. I've solved all the issues, and the second one would be easier. In the USA this rig is not available to buy anywhere. So many parts are GM based, it is very easy to maintain, 300hp, 6 speed auto...

Re Bump stops. I have a dana 60 super duty front axle. With the Isuzu crew cab is new bump stops advised?

Thanks, I bought a second air reservoir tank. Both are a good size to fit into voids in between the truck frame rails. My investment is still half of the portable air compressors sold for this purpose.