M2 Freightliner Ambulance Conversion Project. 2007 Crew Cab

Ozrockrat

Expedition Leader
Looks like I need to run it over the scales. But going by the pain in my back and shoulders the rack is a**** ton and the bike and sidecar would be around 750# or more. I figure the whole lot is over 1/2 ton. But I have 3 ton to play with from what the Ambo loaded weighed in at.

Sort of waiting until I get the water storage and hot water systems in before getting my base weight.
 

theRome

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Excellent, it doesn't look like it is working your airbags at all! (I'm hoping to find an ambo, add shower/toilet/jacknife sofa bed, and use it to bumper tow 18' car trailer/buggy~7500 lbs)
 

Ozrockrat

Expedition Leader
Probably. I have them on there anyway as the others are covered. Actually it protrudes enough that a long load permit is required.
 

Ozrockrat

Expedition Leader
Just another photo for the records.

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Ozrockrat

Expedition Leader
It is much better but I still want more out of it. There are still some fuel flow/pressure tests to be done and then it will be time for the dyno to see if there is a problem or if I am expecting too much out of a 20,000# rig.
 

Ozrockrat

Expedition Leader
Looks like I may have to move the axle back to fit the tires I want on there. If I can sneak about 1 - 1 1/2” it will eliminate cutting into the main door frame.

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Ozrockrat

Expedition Leader
Run a 42" tire option?

That is an option. It looks like I can get 22.5 super singles in the wheel stud pattern that fits my axles. Only downside is $$$$, gearing and not being able to air them right down when I am stuck in the sand. Better mileage, wear, availability and noise level though.

Being it is so expensive I need to get it right 1st time around.

What I really need is a set of these and a few hours with a good plasma cutter.

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