Earthcrusier CORE DIY Chassis

[yabanja]

This is BRILLIANT! If I weren't already all set with our camper FIDO I would be taking a really hard look at one of these to build out myself. Well done Lance and Michelle. We wish you guys the greatest success with this!

Allan and Sakshi

https://expeditionportal.com/earthcruiser-announces-their-core-diy-and-commercial-offerings/

 

[Howard70]

Hello Allan:

Yes it is! A pair of dual cabs set up to carry mountain bikes, packrafts, backpacks, and two duffels per student would be perfect perfect replacements for those old 8 passenger vans we used to use for summer-long field trips....

Howard

 

[carterd]

This is great news and finally provides a modern, highly capable, turnkey cab-over 4x4 platform in the U.S. The recent switch by FUSO and Isuzu to the GM 6.0 liter gas and Allison transmission platforms provides for a level of reliability, customization, and third world travel abilities not seen on the diesel platforms. Although I am excited about this, it is disappointing that the OEMs can't offer a 4x4 model in the lineup. There is a LOT of cost that EarthCruiser must incur to do this conversion, and with well-deserved profit margin you are looking at over a $100K price tag. Compare this to a new Silverado HD 3500, 6.6 liter gas, 4WD, SRW truck for around $40K (and throw in another $5K for gears, tires, lift, etc). You pay a very handsome premium to lose that 5 feet of hood length.

I'd be interested to know if EarthCruiser can order these trucks from the OEMs without the axles, can return the axles to stock for credit, or otherwise sell them on the open market. If not, the the end-consumer is paying for 4 axles - 2 on the tuck and 2 in an Oregon scrapyard.

The EarthCruiser promo video has some good footage of the how the divorced transfer case is set up as well as axle and suspension close-ups. .


I'm looking forward to seeing the box/habitat options. EarthCruiser is going to need a lot more space at Overland Expo to show off their new lineup. I can't wait to check them out.

 

[C p weinberger]

Yabanja / allan
I’ve tried but failed to link with your build, what’s the best link to see how you put FIDO together?
Thanks
Chris
Ps keep us posted on how the new springs work!

 

[lanceatm]

I guess this makes it official -
CORE

 

[mog]

Congratulations to EarthCruiser/CORE and I 'dibs' first in line when they start to surpluses these trucks from the Fire Departments.

Evans Valley Fire among six Oregon districts to receive all-terrain trucks 02/14/2022


SALEM, Ore. — Six Oregon fire districts across the state are receiving new high-axle all-terrain vehicles from the state Office of Emergency Management to help with disaster preparedness and response.

Evans Valley Fire District #6 in Wimer is one of the agencies that will receive a vehicle, provided through the State Preparedness and Incident Response Equipment (SPIRE) Grant.

“The SPIRE Grant provides practical equipment that can save lives and property during emergencies by allowing for a more efficient response at the local level,” said OEM Grants Coordinator Jim Jungling. “Applicants must demonstrate a need for the specific equipment and establish how it would significantly improve emergency response capabilities in their communities.”

Some of the vehicles have already been delivered, and others are en route. In addition to Evans Valley, the trucks are going to Aurora Fire District, Cannon Beach Fire District, Eugene Springfield Fire, Hoodland Fire District #74, and Warrenton Fire Dept.

OEM said that the trucks are road-legal, but they can be used to access flooded areas, navigate rugged terrain, aid with water rescues, or serve as brush rigs for fighting small wildfires. The vehicles are designed and manufactured in Bend by CORE (Commander Off-Road Equipment), a division of EarthCruiser.

“We’ve been working closely with Business Oregon to identify more local and regional companies, like EarthCruiser, that can serve as partners for procurement of the equipment,” said Jungling. “While it’s not always possible to buy local, we do prioritize it, both to support the economy and to save money on equipment delivery.”

Warrenton Police Chief Mathew Workman said the CORE Vehicle will be used to help his community in the case of a tsunami or earthquake.

“With any size tsunami, most of our city, including dozens of residential neighborhoods, will be inundated with water. This type of vehicle will allow us to perform rescue operations in those areas,” said Workman. “Similarly, during an earthquake, thousands of trees and utility poles will most likely topple and prevent standard-axle vehicles from traversing around town to perform rescue operations, whereas a high-axle vehicle would have a better chance of reaching the impacted areas.”



Oregon House Bill 2687 established the SPIRE Grant program, which became effective in August of 2017. A total of $5 million was made available in the grant’s first round, which awarded 81 pieces of equipment to 79 different awardees.
HERE

 

[CORE_vehicles]

Congratulations to EarthCruiser/CORE and I 'dibs' first in line when they start to surpluses these trucks from the Fire Departments.

Evans Valley Fire among six Oregon districts to receive all-terrain trucks 02/14/2022

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SALEM, Ore. — Six Oregon fire districts across the state are receiving new high-axle all-terrain vehicles from the state Office of Emergency Management to help with disaster preparedness and response.

Evans Valley Fire District #6 in Wimer is one of the agencies that will receive a vehicle, provided through the State Preparedness and Incident Response Equipment (SPIRE) Grant.

“The SPIRE Grant provides practical equipment that can save lives and property during emergencies by allowing for a more efficient response at the local level,” said OEM Grants Coordinator Jim Jungling. “Applicants must demonstrate a need for the specific equipment and establish how it would significantly improve emergency response capabilities in their communities.”

Some of the vehicles have already been delivered, and others are en route. In addition to Evans Valley, the trucks are going to Aurora Fire District, Cannon Beach Fire District, Eugene Springfield Fire, Hoodland Fire District #74, and Warrenton Fire Dept.

OEM said that the trucks are road-legal, but they can be used to access flooded areas, navigate rugged terrain, aid with water rescues, or serve as brush rigs for fighting small wildfires. The vehicles are designed and manufactured in Bend by CORE (Commander Off-Road Equipment), a division of EarthCruiser.

“We’ve been working closely with Business Oregon to identify more local and regional companies, like EarthCruiser, that can serve as partners for procurement of the equipment,” said Jungling. “While it’s not always possible to buy local, we do prioritize it, both to support the economy and to save money on equipment delivery.”

Warrenton Police Chief Mathew Workman said the CORE Vehicle will be used to help his community in the case of a tsunami or earthquake.

“With any size tsunami, most of our city, including dozens of residential neighborhoods, will be inundated with water. This type of vehicle will allow us to perform rescue operations in those areas,” said Workman. “Similarly, during an earthquake, thousands of trees and utility poles will most likely topple and prevent standard-axle vehicles from traversing around town to perform rescue operations, whereas a high-axle vehicle would have a better chance of reaching the impacted areas.”

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Oregon House Bill 2687 established the SPIRE Grant program, which became effective in August of 2017. A total of $5 million was made available in the grant’s first round, which awarded 81 pieces of equipment to 79 different awardees.
HERE

We are pretty thrilled by these departments picking up chassis...