Stretched sleeper pick up truck
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cannedmeat27
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Looks nice but that frame isn't built for the length.
Brisco
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It will never sag........
That frame is probably more durable today than it was when it came off the factory floor.
When these trucks are stretched like this, the frames aren't just cut, a 3-4ft new section added back in, and then welded together. They are Cut, the 3-4ft section welded in, and then a minimum of 2 "X" braced frames added connecting the extended portions together. Depending on the Shop that did the work, the new welding is probably done better that the computer ran welding machines the factory uses.
Take Shipshe Welding there in Shipsewana Indiana for instance. They do Frame stretches like this all the time, and could have very well done this truck above. Those Amish Guys they have working for them do such a good job that it would probably take TNT to break the welds off.
I've seen, worked around, and know dozens of Drivers who's had their 1 ton trucks stretched to add sleepers on them who have never had a sagging frame develop after doing so. Only 1 I've ever seen that had problems was these 2 girls that ran together over at RAD Transport delivering RV Trailers. To save money, they had theirs done by some backwoods Welding Shop in Kentucky that screwed it all up. The Frame would bounce on them going down the road and the sleeper kept breaking away from the cab. I believe they finally had Shipshe correct for them after just a month of running like that.
These trucks are out there everywhere.....keep your eye out...you'll see another one sooner or later.
That frame is probably more durable today than it was when it came off the factory floor.
When these trucks are stretched like this, the frames aren't just cut, a 3-4ft new section added back in, and then welded together. They are Cut, the 3-4ft section welded in, and then a minimum of 2 "X" braced frames added connecting the extended portions together. Depending on the Shop that did the work, the new welding is probably done better that the computer ran welding machines the factory uses.
Take Shipshe Welding there in Shipsewana Indiana for instance. They do Frame stretches like this all the time, and could have very well done this truck above. Those Amish Guys they have working for them do such a good job that it would probably take TNT to break the welds off.
I've seen, worked around, and know dozens of Drivers who's had their 1 ton trucks stretched to add sleepers on them who have never had a sagging frame develop after doing so. Only 1 I've ever seen that had problems was these 2 girls that ran together over at RAD Transport delivering RV Trailers. To save money, they had theirs done by some backwoods Welding Shop in Kentucky that screwed it all up. The Frame would bounce on them going down the road and the sleeper kept breaking away from the cab. I believe they finally had Shipshe correct for them after just a month of running like that.
These trucks are out there everywhere.....keep your eye out...you'll see another one sooner or later.
guido4475
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The same thing applies to many people, including myself, that took a semi tractor and had it stretched.Un- destructible, if done right.They put another frame rail inside of the added piece, extended 2 ft into the original at both ends, added cross members, welded, and huck bolted.500 thousand miles later still good as new, no problems.
guido4475
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Well then, it wasn't actually a "stretched tractor" than..lol...Not everyone does things the same, as so it appears..
Brisco
Expert Expediter
The 5.9 Cummins was discontinued in 2007 for the Dodge Ram 2500's and 3500's. It was replaced with the 6.7 Cummins.
Earlier 2007's came with the 5.9. Later 2007's came with the 6.7. Since 2008, the 6.7 Cummins is the only choice you have in all Dodge Ram Heavy Dutys. (2500's thru 5500's)
I've had both.....and both are GREAT motors. I loved my 6.7's over my 5.9's. A HELL of a LOT more power, and they come standard with Exhaust Brakes from the Factory. (Yes, even the 3/4 Ton 2500's had the EB) I loved my 5.9's too....Fuel Economy was much better.....but over time the 6.7's are finally hitting the same MPG as the 5.9's were.
Earlier 2007's came with the 5.9. Later 2007's came with the 6.7. Since 2008, the 6.7 Cummins is the only choice you have in all Dodge Ram Heavy Dutys. (2500's thru 5500's)
I've had both.....and both are GREAT motors. I loved my 6.7's over my 5.9's. A HELL of a LOT more power, and they come standard with Exhaust Brakes from the Factory. (Yes, even the 3/4 Ton 2500's had the EB) I loved my 5.9's too....Fuel Economy was much better.....but over time the 6.7's are finally hitting the same MPG as the 5.9's were.
LisaLouHoo
Expert Expediter
Oh, I covered it this time...seeing as how I was already there.
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I suppose this would save them RV haulers a lot of cash....since they have to log and scale when loaded....fuel mileage must real suck tho...
I don't know about the fuel mileage being that bad... sure it would decrease- but, looking at the big picture- for the RV Haulers, and trailer haulers- it saves them time and money from looking for a hotel/motel and place to park at those places. instead of hunting down a decent motel that has decent parking available, they can just zip into a parking lot of a shopping center or rest area/truck stop and bunk down. Plus, it gives them a comfortable place to rest, instead of trying to get comfy in a cab of a truck- so they're better rested and can make better decisions on business and when they're better rested it means they can run more loads because they're not tired or sore or low on time due to dealing with motels. I'm curious about that blue truck- what's the step for behind the sleeper? Tool box or ?
BBB
BBB
Tool box and a step. they gear them a little lower because of the weight.I still want one even though I'm not on the road anymore. That model Dodge still gets around 16-17 on the road empty.