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After deciding that the sleeper sofa setup was not optimal for full time travel I started entertaining the idea of a murphy bed and dinette setup. We started the project pre/early Covid and with spending summer working in Canada there has not been a lot of progress. Now I am happy to report that...

In one of my encounters I ran the rear ac on the way to get it inspected. When she asked about AC/Heat I turned the fan on and she felt the cold air and checked that box. That was after having to give her the statute because it couldn’t be an RV because it didn’t have a shower. ?‍♀️ also for...

Make sure to take a copy of the AZ statute with you when you go for an inspection. I have had to use it as a discussion point for 2 of my previous changes from commercial to RV.

they look good but they sure are pricey. And in my case I would need another couple of steps to get low enough.

OK what worked and what didn't part 2. Composting toilet (Natures Head): - Worked a treat, I would never go back to the black tanks, porta pottie or cassette toilets. - We use peat moss generally and I left with a fresh fill in the toilet but no spare. I did try to get more up north but it was...

Ah we never use the "F" word when it comes to trucks. Finished that is! Glad to hear that your mini-split has worked well. I am hoping we can house the compressors in a weather proof area and the condenser and fans on the wall. We are looking forward to expo. Booked vacation for West and...

I'm waiting for the @DrivenToAdventure guys to drop thru here in a few weeks time. They installed the same Pioneer minisplit I am looking at but I want to separate the condenser and compressor so I can fit the condensor/condensors in the gap between the cab and the box. Booster will be big...

My layout is different but one thing I did notice is that they have an area with a different structural pitch and it happens to be just over 14" which is the width/length required for a lot of fans and AC's (if it continues over the roof). Smart buggers aren't they.

OK it's been a long while since I gave an update. During the mess of last year I had the privilege of spending 3 months working in Canada. As a bonus I got to use the truck as my transport and accommodation (no hotels or planes needed and being able to quarantine in my own vehicle during a...

I figured it might be a bit light that’s why I went with the economy donut spare tire. ?

Depends on the tire offset and the distance between the center of the axle and the wheel well when at full axle movement (one wheel at top of movement and the other at the bottom of its movement). Since in most places in the USA you can buy surplus 46” (395/85R20) tires cheaply I would suggest...

I looked at the CTIS but the hubs are different enough that it was a lot of work that may not of been successful in the end. One other thing to consider with rear steer is the extra real estate the tires need in the wheel wells. I had enough hassles fitting 46” tires in the existing wells let...

I put wides with the centers for 5.65 in my Freightliner. Planetaries are not noisy. Axles are very good quality and have very positive locking. I have had 4 wheel steer on a number of vehicles but mostly cranes. One of my most puckering moments was a 36t Grove all terrain crane where the...

I can offer a bit of experience with Axletech 4000 conversion. Watch the final ratios carefully and do not install them with your current transmission. Rear steer is a complication that you do not want on an expedition rig especially with your family inside. Also rear axles are cheaper and...

Extend this to suit whatever box you like. I personally think the price is extreme but may be worth it to some people. https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/mesa-1997-freightliner-fl80-4x4/7242977172.html 1997 Freightliner FL80 4X4 Built by BME Very low miles 32K. Front Axle is 12,000...

Very few of the bigger ones are 4x4. But neither was my ambulance. Because the truck and box was ideal for my needs I converted it using military surplus running gear. Also if the truck has the J1739 canbus it can be converted using hydraulic front drive. https://www.eztracawd.com

Have you considered a domestic fire truck instead. A lot cheaper and probably a bigger cab. Also a lot easier to get and maintain here. I have also seen a couple of triple cab ex railway service trucks sold in the last couple of years. They would be ideal for your crew but are rare.

The front lug nuts were so tight my 550 ft/lbs impact would not budge them. So the springs were replaced with the wheels on. I do have a "torque multiplier" but had not taken the time to get a 1" drive 27mm socket for it. The torque multipliers are slick but sometimes a PITA to use unless you...

That could be a great source for those who are running the VMUX. If he finds someone who needs parts let me know. I will be removing all my VMUX (from both trucks). I also have the interface adapter.

Mounted on top of the light bar.