Isuzu npr 4wd
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SkiFreak
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Given that you are getting the habitat manufactured by someone (not a DIY build) I would take the simple option... ask the company as to how they recommend you lift the unit.
They should know better than anyone else.
On a side note... I see that this specific unit (which I assume is yours) is being built to LHD specifications, not Australian specifications, as you had mentioned previously.
That should definitely be seen as a positive.
They should know better than anyone else.
On a side note... I see that this specific unit (which I assume is yours) is being built to LHD specifications, not Australian specifications, as you had mentioned previously.
That should definitely be seen as a positive.
Yes, LHD specs. I'm happy to say, much of the engineering and custom specifications is tailored to my requests.
As far as the supplier suggestions, they are ill equipped to suggest anything specific to the truck. Their factory uses two means of movement, specific to their needs. They have small strong disposable wheels for movement on the factory floor, and they use forklifts to load the habitat for shipment.
Beyond that they are ill equipped to suggest anything specific to the truck.
Many DIY builders use - (1) Cranes (2) Forklifts (3) Corner stands and drive under it
I asked this question to the forum, hoping to get feedback, as a means to capture good practise tips.
Anyone who has done this before, should have something to say. Or anyone who witnessed other companies in process of the work step, should have something to say.
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The composite floor connection is now set in engineering and is built in production already.
Tonight I received confirmation.
The attachment to the sub frame is designed in CAD format.
Much stronger than what TC does. Yet this is for me and I'm sure it may not please others.
Everything has strengths and weaknesses.
In my rig there are three frames.
Frame as subfloor above composite floor
Frame as connection structure below composite floor
Traditional subframe, spring mounted to the truck frame
I've see a few Sprinter vans builds with a ruined floor due to a hidden water leak. In van builds when the floor is water damaged beyond repair, the main living compartment must be removed.
This will never happen with my engineering
Tonight I received confirmation.
The attachment to the sub frame is designed in CAD format.
Much stronger than what TC does. Yet this is for me and I'm sure it may not please others.
Everything has strengths and weaknesses.
In my rig there are three frames.
Frame as subfloor above composite floor
Frame as connection structure below composite floor
Traditional subframe, spring mounted to the truck frame
I've see a few Sprinter vans builds with a ruined floor due to a hidden water leak. In van builds when the floor is water damaged beyond repair, the main living compartment must be removed.
This will never happen with my engineering
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