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Yes, we like the screw idea better as well. Pop rivets are lower in profile, but they don't expand evenly on the back side so we think screws will be more secure. And removable, without drilling. Our plan is prime these pans, then to install them with wire grommets and pigtails protruding...

Here's our plan to mount those recessed light pans into the outer skin of the ambulance box. If we drill the holes in the right spots, the threads will grab the back of the skin for a pretty secure installation. We could also use pop rivets, as I guess the swelling of the rivet barrel would...

Oh, I wish I were home! Of course, to see my wife and daughter. But, you guys are giving me ideas that I can't act on. Oz, thanks for the scanning offer. I'll let you know when we get to that point. I found a Spicer video online, which might be one of the videos you're referring to. A little...

This is great info and, since we have the same trucks, it sort of relates to your thread. But... I don't want to further hijack your build story. However, if you want to wander over to our thread, I have another question there. 😎

We don't have a walk-through, but with the pass-through window and the overhead Hoseline system our space looks just like that. Thanks, Bob! Ozrockrat, I felt a bit like I was hijacking your thread with my suspension questions. So, I moved back here. :) Makes perfect sense, thanks! I...

Although I've heard of it, I've never actually seen anybody get "disappeared" into the witness protection program. Ha ha. I guess this build thread is done?

Thanks, Bob, for the great and very detailed help with that. I really appreciate the time you took to write up the procedure.

Thanks for the inspiration, gentlemen! I found small baking pans and am going that route. I'll post pics when that's done, so see how it turned out.

Well, I didn't think we'd get anything productive done with our rig, while I'm in Japan. But, I had some time to wander the local home center store and look at appliances and shower wands. Since many of the bathrooms and kitchens here are small, the scale works for some of our vehicles. They...

Thanks for the info. I'm good with the front end, as our local spring shop will re-arch them. And, you seem correct that the front end will accept the tires, at least momentarily. It's the rear that I'm worried about. When I'm back, I'll need to power it up and check things with the air...

Hi Oz, I know I'm reaching back early into your build thread here, but I'm actually re-reading a few of these stories to see what I missed the first time. And, I realize I forgot to ask you about this. Do you have a diagram or part numbers for any of these stock lift parts? I've searched high...

Hi rlrenz, we'll certainly be removing our light bar - that's trash and it's in the way of our planned over-cab rack. I haven't yet torn into the light bar, but if you have an tips for removing it that would be great. I'm sure I can figure it out, but if you've "been there, done that" I'll...

Let me first say that I have no experience, but I did find someone that does. Based on some of your earlier posts, it looks like you're in the same area as me. Flagstaff? If so, I would go into American Spring. That guy was really knowledgeable and helpful and there was an ambulance and a Sedona...

Whether you meant shifting or shafting, it's funny either way Sir Oz!

Interesting - my Mode button does nothing. I thought it was disabled. There's a lot to learn and each one seems to be set up differently. Your information is helpful, Oz. If the tranny is "smart" and learns, then perhaps the truck dealer is also "smart" - about taking my $$!

Oz, our local truck service center (which has a good reputation) suggested that I bring our rig in after the tire change, so they can adjust the Allison shift settings. What are your thoughts? Did you alter shift points in yours and, also, did you have your speedometer recalibrated? I've...

This rig was at the Expo in Flagstaff a few weeks ago. It certainly catches your eye and makes a statement... but, for practicality, there were lots of other rigs that offered more for the money. Of course, who's to define "practicality" in all of this! Somewhere, there's a happy buyer...

Ozrockrat has posted some great information on tires, axle widths, wheels, offset and bolt patterns. He's also recommended some specific wheel model numbers, so you don't have to go digging. Unfortunately, none of those were in our budget. What we found was that steel wheels cost about $300...

That's either the Continual Fluid Renewal option or the Automatic Trail Breadcrumb Marking option. One of those, certainly...

That's fantastic! Now I'm the one who's jealous, truly. Well played, sir!