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Can I rekindle this subject. I'm very intereested in the battery powered AC units. Is everyone still happy with their set-ups ??? I know the newer batteries are much improved since this subject got started.

Anyone else on the east coast that do modifications to existing sleepers....like adding a sink etc. ???

Is this a truck dealership you're talking about ?? Or do they do sleepers as well ?? I've been looking into having some work done on an existing sleeper and most seem to be located in Indiana. I'd love to find someone on the esat coast.

It has the 11R24's ..... What are the advantages/diadvantages of the taller tires ?? .... and the 475hp cat can be turned up to 550 3406 (but that won't happen). I'm concerned about the fuel mileage and shouldn't need the hp for expedite.

Anyone have any experiences with this name brand >> I know it has a Kubota engine !!

I'm looking to buy a truck (TT) for OTR (Panther/Landstar/Schneider) and 2 of them I really like have autoshift ...both have the CAT 475. I'll probably run around 60 to 65 because of the cost of fuel. Sound like the 3.58 offers the better option.

Any significant MPG difference with a CAT 475 HP and auto tranny ?? Running expedite ?

Thanks ... great set-up. I can see you did your homework. I may be asking too much for the $$ I want to spend but I plan to at least look into the possibilities. My wife really likes the condo sleepers so I guess I'm looking at stretching an existing sleeper (I'm definately buying a used...

Yes .... There is a guy that stretches existing sleepers. I'm just so new to this I have no idea how to proceed except ... very carefully. If isn't too expensive. I have not bought the tractor yet so I'm trying to see if anyone else has tried this. Lots of questions like weight and wheel base etc.

Nothing wrong with a Cummings !!! Not buying new ... looking at '04. There is a guy that will "stretch" the existing sleeper by 24" and I won't have to stretch the frame.

No way can I do it. I have talked to a couple of people that do it but the whole idea is brand new to me.

Where can I go to educate myself on stretching existing sleepers and possibly the frame and which condo type is best. I like the Volvo 770 with the Cummings but have heard its a little heavy up front. Anyone suggest the show in Vegas next week for a learning experience ??

Curious to know how many miles you can get out of a sprinter van ?? I know my Class 8 is considered a million mile truck. Vans seem tempting considering the cost of fuel and investment but I keep hearing there are too many sprinters already on the road however, I do have a bunch of hobbies...

Is it really that easy to drop a trailer and go get something to eat ??

Call Gearmaster @ 1-866-432-7728 before May 1st and you can get a discounted price of $482.00 + S/H. If you tell them I (Steven Tuck) recommended the unit, I get a rebate check too. They did say the price would go up in May but would still be less than the $900.00 + they advertise on their...

How tough do you think these trans are ??? A driveline replacement would be ugly. I will not be the only driver on this truck. I plan to put a driver in it once I have learned enough 1st hand..... and practice, practice, practice, scares me. So I am considering this unit as an investment. I know...

I'm kinda thinking like you ... as long as the transmission can put up with my "practice"

Is it worth the $$$. I'm having a little trouble smoothing out the shifting on my 10 speed. Also have read where it can help with fuel mileage ??

It helps alot ... thanks a bunch for the info. One more question .... the wet sleeve engine is the easier/cheaper to rebuild correct ?? I know the 3126 is small and considered a throw-away. I want to be sure if I buy a used truck that I will be able to rebuild it when time comes.

Is there an easy way to determine if an engine is a wet sleeve ??? I know the D 50 series is .. how about a Cat C-12 ?? Is a reefer unit worth the investment and if you think yes, how much to add a unit. Whats a good price to figure adding a lift gate ??? Are generators good to...