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You couldn't find a source for panels? I don't mind making a box, but don't want to try to make panels.

Any updates on these guys for panels or just a shell habitat? I've been down the Alibaba habitat rabbit hole and it's a little concerning to import from china directly.

Maybe, but the original question was for a source for quality panels in the USA. I thought the DIY section might have some ideas.

Sadly, I'm just having a problem getting past the pricing of these empty habitats. If you think about it from a consumer value point it's not very attractive. You can get a complete Composite / Aluminum RV for under $30,000. I think the pricing on habitats ($30-$40K) is being pushed up by a...

I'm familiar with total composites. They only sell to builders in the US at this point. Pretty sure an empty box is over $30k.

Right.. I was just showing that as an example. I'm trying to find a source for the good stuff.

Does anyone know of a US source for the high quality FRP foam composite habitat panels? Just curious if i can buy the panels and build a basic habitat myself. I'm seeing prices of bare habitats in the $30,000-$45,000 range. Are materials really so high now?

That's more like it! There's usually a cheaper way if you put the work into it.

Thanks for all the great responses. I think i'm still on the fence with this given some of what you've all experienced. I got a quote to get one back from Germany, so that's also a factor in the cost. Does it really cost $10,000 to switch to super singles? Anyone have a breakdown on that...

Like what? A Chevy topkick?

I guess it's really hard to quantify ride quality and really subjective. I have only driven the Isuzu us trucks so far. I'm sure it all depends on suspension setup and how noisy each cabin is. I need to get some seat time.

I think the cool factor is what's making me want to look past the inevitable repair issues down the road. Looks 10 Practicality 0 I've always wanted a Unimog, but was recently drawn to the other trucks as i think they would be more Highway orientated. Realistically i think my use would...

Thanks for the detailed reply. It sounds like everyone likes the trucks, but hates the repair issues out of Europe. What US truck would you buy? I don't see much on the market beside FMTV or Fuso 4x4. Unless you go with something like a F550 and just deal with the longer cab. How would you...

That's the feeling i'm getting with parts and supplies. My friend just bought a 1990 Mercedes 190 car and is having trouble with some parts. I think the bigger engine is a must in the MB, or you might as well just get the Fuso and not deal with the headaches of a euro truck. Just sold my...

Due to import limit into the USA i'm stuck with a truck from the 1990s. There's just hardly any of them around locally, so i've been looking at some in Europe just to get ideas on prices. Thinking something with the OM 441 LA engine in the SK, but i know there are some Actros trucks that I...

I'm considering the SK / AK / Actros (NOT UNIMOG) . I've got tons of questions I keep seeing these 1990s Mercedes trucks on European sites and I'd love to get some feedback. They look really cool and have that neat euro vibe, but are the costs too high for the coolness. There's hardly...

Is it even possible?

How do I get a G 320 CDI in the US? That's what I want:)

Talk him down to $2500. Part the entire thing out and put all your money into one that doesn't have Stage 4 Cancer.

I'm a little surprised as well. I toasted one the first month I had the Rig by putting a small stick through the sidewall. Tire shop wouldn't fix it. They have lost a lot of chunks for some reason though. Don't feel bad.. I'm on my 4th daily driver in about as many years now...