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    Welcome to The HDT Resource Guide If your New to the HDT forum or have been a Lurker for awhile and your considering moving up to the world of HDT's please take a few minutes to tell us a little bit about yourself - Via The Link Below - and by all means don't be Shy about asking any questions that you might have about towing your 5th_Wheel with a converted HDT ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thanks to Mark Nemeth we now have The HDT Resource Guide Additions & Question sticky thread where forum members are encouraged to post new information that you think will benefit other forum members. If you have any questions related to the HDT Resource Guide then the HDT Resource Guide Additions & Questions sticky thread is the place to post your additions or questions in. If you post new information with the name of a service related company Please Include the address, city, state, zip code, phone, fax numbers, eMail address, URL to the companies web site if applicable and last but not least the name of a person at the company forum members can contact. As new information is posted in the HDT Resource Guide Additions & Questions sticky thread I'll transfer your information to the HDT Resource Guide so that everything will be consolidated into one thread. The HDT Resource Guide is Intended to Benefit Every Forum Member therefore members will have to participate in supplying new information if you want additional information added to the guide....... Note: IMPO The RG is Best Viewed with the Large Font & the Escapees Color Skin option which are accessible via the Small Drop Down Box at the very bottom left hand corner of any forum web page. On a Final Note: Please Do Not POST or Try To POST anything in this Thread as Mark, Kellie and Myself are the only ones who are authorized to post anything in The HDT Resource Guide. Thanks for Your Cooperation....... Jon - Keeper of The HDT Resource Guide ____________________________________________________________________________
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Dec 11 2006, 03:45 AM
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 One Stop Shopping - HDT Conversions A to Z:  East Coast Conversions LLC Centrally located in Smyrna, Delaware Phone: 302-659-2464 Email: eastcoastconversions@comcast.net If you want to Eliminate many, if not all of the Hassles of trying to locate a well maintained used HDT then having to go through Countless Hours tracking down various materials and or companies to do the Numerous Upgrades Necessary to get you and the DW on the road expeditiously then you might want to consider contacting forum member Toterman "David" as he and his son Mike have opened what you might call a One Stop HDT Conversion Company. David and his son have purchased and converted several HDT's over the past few years and have recently decided to open this new business venture to fill this void in the HDT conversion marketplace. David is one of the first HDT owners to incorporate a tilting Smart4Two car loader on the bed of an HDT which eliminates the possibility of scrapping the undercarriage of the Smart4Two on a custom toter deck during loading and unloading plus it eliminates the need for longer bulky hard to manage loading ramps to safely load the car. For more information about the services they offer I suggest you drop David a PM, an eMail or give him a call at the number above to discuss what you have in mind. Calculating the Required Size for Your Future Toter Bed: Below is a body build calculator which is set up as a Microsoft Excel worksheet via an older version of Excel that will help you lay out and calculate the correct size toter bed for your specific requirements "IE - to accept a car, motorcycle/cycles, golf cart or possibly a large drom box or upright storage cabinet". The worksheet was originally set up by Joe Johnson to help layout a bed for his T2000 then Jack Mayer expanded it to cover the Volvo VNL610/660 & VNL770 with the addition of the "body calculator." If you own a VNL630/670 the measurement "BBC" = front Bumper to Back of Cab measurements - in the calculator should be the same -or- Very Close to the same as the BBC for the VNL610 & VNL660 as laid out in the calculator and the same goes for the BBC on the newer VNL780/VNL730's in comparison to the BBC for VNL770 that's also in the calculator. BTW, if you run into problems using the calculator or need additional information about using it PM Jack and I'm sure he will be more than happy to answer your questions.... Toter Bed Body Build Calculator  5th_Wheel Hitch Placement: Reading This Thread will enlighten you on the proper place to install your new Air Ride Hitch. Properly Installing an Air Ride Hitch:  Air Ride Hitch Installation Guide for Dummies 101 An Idiots Guide to Installing an ARH DIY Full Fledge Toter Beds: 1. Toterman's 42T DIY Bed Build If you have the tools, expertise and facilities to build your own toter bed here are a few links to Toterman's "David" photo albums showing the construction of the bed he built for his Volvo 42T. This should give you a good idea on how to properly build your toter bed. David's 42T - Link #1 David's 42T - Link #2 David's 42T - Link #3 David's 42T - Link #4 David's 42T - Link #5 2. Chris Hick's 610 DIY Bed Build  Here's the Link to Chris Hicks's photo album showing the construction of the bed he built for his Volvo VNL610. DIY Budget Toter Beds: 1. Here's the Link to Haulinkids photo album showing the construction of his Steel and Wood bed "flat deck" that he built for his Kenworth T2000. 2. Last but not least, the Link to lacofdfireman's "Dave" photo album showing the construction of his all Wood bed "flat deck" that he built for his old Volvo VNL770. DIY Drom Box: If your looking to add a Drom to your truck but short on cash for a large custom made Drom then here's the Link to a nice large wooden Drom covered with diamond plate aluminum built by Tom Gierisch that might tickle you're fancy.  Custom Toter Bed Builders: 
Phone: 603-382-6500 - Mobile: 603-382-4736 eMail: hszmyt@comcast.net - Or - dszmyt@yahoo.com Ask to speak with Henry or Davena SzmytntHenry and his partner Steve design and manufacture custom toter beds and drom boxes and probably anything else you need designed and constructed from steel....
On a side note, Matt has done various repairs & welding on my truck & I've been very happy with the results.
Drom and Tool Box Manufacturers:
7905 Agate Road - White City, OR - 97503 Phone: 541-826-3551 - Toll Free: 800-866-5269 Fax: 800-465-9545
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Jan 10 2007, 04:23 AM
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 For anyone who's thinking about upgrading your OEM Volvo speakers here's the Speaker Wiring Codes for Generation I VNL's . NOTE These codes May or May Not apply to Generation II VNL's. 490 = Radio/CD Radio Feed (Power) 491 = CD Radio Power Stud Feed 492 = Radio Battery Feed 497L+ = Door Speaker Left, Positive 497L- = Door Speaker Left, Negative 498LR+ = Rear Speaker, Left, Positive 498LR- = Rear Speaker, Left, Negative 498RR+ = Rear Speaker, Right, Positive 498RR- = Rear Speaker, Right, Negative 499LF+ = Front Speaker, Left, Positive 499LF- = Front Speaker, Left, Negative 499RF+ = Front Speaker, Right, Positive 499RF- = Front Speaker, Right, Negative L+ = Lover Left Rear, Positive L- = Lower Left Rear, Negative R+ = Lower Right Rear, Negative R- = Lower Right Rear, Negative S1+ = Subwoofer Coil 1, Positive S1- = Subwoofer Coil 1, Negative S2+ = Subwoofer Coil 2, Positive S2- = Subwoofer Coil 2, Negative NOTE You may find that your rear speaker wires read: 498LA, 498LB, 498RA & 498RB If you have an inkling to upgrade your OEM Volvo stereo and want to do a clean no splice install to your in-dash male wiring harness here's a Link to the female aftermarket radio wiring harness you'll need to purchase.  If the URL in the link above doesn't work go to Crutchfield.com and do a search for Item number 120701692 = In-dash stereo wiring harness for select Dodge, Mitsubishi, Plymouth, and Subaru models, 1979-up. Here's a Link to a picture of Bill Bevington's OEM Male & Female Radio Harness Connectors. You'll need a pair of GM Din radio removal tools, Pic #1 and Pic #2 that are inserted into a pair of small holes on either side of the factory radio to release the locking tabs on the OEM radio. The tools should be available at most stereo shops in your area, for free if you purchase a stereo at Crutchfield.com and in many cases in the car audio department at your friendly neighborhood Wally World or you can take your luck with fabricating a pair out of clothes hanger wire. BTW, generally there is a nut on the back of the radio that has to be removed before the radio will come out of the dash. Before you start asking a lot of questions about upgrading your system here's a Link to an ongoing thread that covers quite a few details about changing out the factory radios and speakers and a Link to Bill's WebShot account with some pictures of his new system install. On a side note, if you opt to purchase your upgraded stereo items at Crutchfield.com and your a first time customer they have a Referral Program that will get you $20 off your first order of $200 or more if you have a referral code from a previous customer. If you need a referral code from a previous customer feel free to use either Bill's referral code number pua1t-x1erz-bi62a or my (Jon's) referral code number pfbe4-pt2vz-xyi8f on your first order so you can save $20 on your purchase. Volvo Integrated TV Antenna Information: Integrated Antenna Diagram ____________________________________________________________________________
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Jul 3 2007, 04:52 AM
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 VIS = Vehicle Inspection Service: VIS is an undercarriage diagnostic system that automates the inspection of brakes, steering and suspension components. Here's a PDF File with detailed information and functions of a VIS inspection. Reading this thread will show you The Power Of A VIS Check. Remember, as with any type of diagnostic test the equipment is only as Good as the technician who operates the equipment. At one point VIS had a nationwide service provider locator on their web site so you could locate the nearest service provider to your location but they removed that function from their web site back in 2007. Your best bet is to either contact VIS directly via the information below or to call any large Kenworth, Peterbilt or Volvo dealer to see if they have a VIS system. VIS Orlando Office 2400 Lake Orange Drive - Orlando, Florida - 32837 Phone: 407-206-3615 - Toll Free: 866-847-8721 Fax: 407-850-4988 OR If your in or around Wichita, KS Doonan Truck & Equipment Company (316-722-6034) who has sponsored the annual National HDT Rally has several excellent VIS technicians. I've also read that Premier Trucks (205-841-4450) who is the Volvo dealer in Fultondale, Alabama (near Birmingham) has top notch VIS inspection technicians. Various Technical Support Phone Numbers: This is not a bad thing to keep handy in your truck as one never knows when you might get caught with your pants down on the side of the road somewhere. 1. Dana Spicer - Axles = 1-800-826-HELP (4357) 2. Eaton/Roadranger - Transmissions= 1-800-826-HELP (4357) 3. ArvinMeritor - Various Components = 800-535-5560 4. Volvo Technical Support = 800-628-6586 - Note: The easy way to remember this it is 1-800-62 Volvo On a Sise Note: Should you decide to make phone call for technical reasons make sure you have your VIN number available.... Volvo Service Manual CD: Volvo offers a Service Manual CD that can be purchased or ordered by any Volvo dealership. My Service Manual CD cost me $32.00 and is Volvo part number PV776-041-0506CD but others have stated Volvo changed the part number to PV776-041-0509CD. Detroit Diesel Series 60 Service (Shop) Manual CD: If your HDT is powered by a Series 60 Detroit Engine you can purchase a Complete Service "Shop" Manual on CD from eBay seller callendras_corner at a very reasonable price. Thanks to Vern & Chris you can also access the information from Vern's Series 60 CD through the following links. 1. Series 60 EGR Technicians Manual - pdf 2. Turbocharger Technicians Guide - pdf 3. Cooling System Technicians Guide - pdf 4. Bearings Technicians Guide - pdf 5. Coolant Selections - pdf 6. Lubricating Oil, Fuel and Filters - pdf Notes For Future Reference: 1. If your having a hard time starting your Series 60 Detroit due to it being sluggish on start-ups this might be a good read.. The fuel check valve for a series 60 Detroit is on the back of the head on the return line to the tanks. A forum member spoke with many dealers/mechanics who told him that the Detroit Series 60 didn't have a check valve and many that said it did said it was on the secondary filter housing. He ended up finding the check valve thanks to Gem's truck and equipment in Ventura CA. He said he took apart the check valve and found the O-ring broken. He replaced the 0-ring and said his Detroit runs and starts like new. He also said to make sure to use a good quality O-ring a Victo. All the cheaper ones he prchased would not totally seal and allow the fuel to bleed back allowing the engine to loose it's prime. 2. You can find the location of your Series 60's Oil Pressure Sensor via this LINK Various Volvo Manuals: 1. Volvo Service Manual - pdf 2. Volvo Operator's Manual - pdf 3. Various other Volvo Manuals 4. Volvo Wiring Schematics HDT Inspection Service Intervals & Daily PM Inspection Checklist: Service Intervals & PM Inspection Eaton Roadranger Approved Lubricants & Suppliers: TCMT0020 - pdf This Lubrication Manual, organized by product, provides approved TRANSMISSION and DRIVE AXLE fluids with easy access to the following lube information:
Refer to TCMT0021, Lubrication Manual - Below - for service intervals and maintenance guidelines. On a Side Note If your in a pinch and having trouble finding CD-50 or SAE 50 synthetic lubricant that is Roadranger approved per the pdf file your good to go with any CD-50 synthetic or SAE 50 synthetic lubricant as long as it's marked PS164 Revision 6 or 7 by the manufacturer but you'll more than likely be hard pressed to find any Rev 6 as Rev 7 is the current rating. BTW, ths info is straight from a Roadranger telephone technical supervisor that I personally spoke with... Eaton Roadranger Lubrication Manual: TCMT0021 - pdf This Lubrication Manual, organized by product, provides easy access to the following lube information:
Note: To check the fluid level - Or - to add fluid to your transmission take a look at the Thumbnail Pic below which shows the location of a plug on the drivers side of the transmission which is used for both applications. If your transmission is heavily soiled with dirt and grime you might need to rub the side of the tranny down ah little to locate the plug.....  ArvinMeritor Maintenance Manual #1: Manual 1 - pdf The manual provides maintenance intervals and procedures, lubricant specifications, and product capacities for Meritor components. Dana Spicer Manuals: Dana Spicer Tandem Drive Axles Service Manual - pdf Roadranger Instructions: Roadranger RTLO-10 Super10 Drivers Instructions - pdf Engine Oil, Additives & Filter Related Information: 1. Link to an Amsoil HDT Filter Cross Reference Chart that Dan Zemke uploaded to his Web Site for everyone to share. 2. Most Popular Oils & Additives Posted by Forum Members 3. FleetGuardFilters.com is a good online source for Fleetguard filters. 4. Filter1.com is a good online source for Wix filters. 5. Interesting Read Oil Change Service Companies: 1. Speedco Oil Change Service 703 W. Park Street - P.O. Box 520 - Cayuga, IN - 47928 Phone: 1-966-SPEEDCO Speedco Locations Oil Analysis: Blackstone Labs 416 East Pettit Avenue - Fort Wayne, IN - 46806 Phone: 260-744-2380 bstone@blackstone-labs.com Most owners feel it is Very Important to have an Oil Analysis done on their oil every oil change or at minimum every other oil change. Below is some pertinent information from Blackstone Labs where most of us send our oil in for analysis unless we use an oil change service that does it for their customers. Blackstone's Standard Oil Analysis: Blackstone's standard analysis will tell you what you need to know about the condition of your engine and how it's wearing. Their standard oil analysis costs $22.50 and includes the following:
Informative Information for Volvo VNL Owners: Manually Opening a Volvo VN Hood:  Properly Changing Telltale Bulbs In a Volvo Instrument Cluster:  Volvo Instrument Cluster Telltail Bulb Changing Tool:  ____________________________________________________________________________
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Reference - Maintenance - Repair Threads: Here's a Link to Prairie Truck and Tractor.com that Bob Speckman ran across that lists a variety of Truck Repair Tips that should come in handy for general maintenance and emergency repairs. NOTE: In this section I'll pretty much just be linking to threads on various maintenance, repair and general question and topics in prior threads that should be of interest to members. * Top 10 Things to do if Your Truck Won't Start *
2. Here's a Link to a Meritor Wabco Tractor Troubleshooting Guide with an Complete Air System Diagram that's Labeled to detail how the air system works, a Link to a Photo of an Air Brake Demonstration Board, another Link to Meritor's Air Brake Tips, a Link to Meritor Wabco's System Saver Series Single Cartridge Air Dryer Maintenance Manual and finally a Link to an article about Tractor Bobtail Problems. 3. Here's a Link to the California DMV Commercial Driver License Handbook Air Brake Section that goes into detail about air brakes and how to inspect the system. 4. This Thread and this Thread outline the proper procedure for changing out your cab air bags. 5. Adding a Quick Release Air Fitting on the rear of your cab, so which location should I USE?
2. NOTICE - Possible Defective Drag Links on 1998-2005 Volvo VNL's: If you currently own or are contemplating purchasing a 1998-2005 Volvo VNL then I suggest that you take a few minutes to read this Thread. The thread goes into detail about the consequences of loosing your Drag Link while trucking down the road with nothing more on your mind than seeing if you or your passengers can count the most Pinch Bugs rolling down the highway. The NHTSA has an Open Case involving Drag Link Issues / Failures on some 1998-2005 VNL's that could cause Complete Lose of Steering. To ERE on the Safe Side, I suggest that you have your current drag link checked out ASAP or better yet have one of the New Greaseable Drag Links installed on your truck if you don't currently have one ......
Start out by checking Maxi-Fuse #13 "40 Amp fuse", the flasher unit itself, fuse #67 "30Amp fuse" fuse #66 "30 Amp fuse", fuse #65 "20 Amp fuse" and finally fuse #64 "15 Amp fuse" and last but not least the bulbs if you have incandescent bulbs. I also recommend that you read this Thread and this Thread. Volvo Hazard and Turn Signal Wiring Schematics Volvo Stop Lamp Wiring Schematics 2. If your experiencing problems with your batteries draining down the next few links might lead you to the source and solution of your problems. * Parasitic Draw Link #1 Link #2 Link #3 Key Off Battery Drain - Definition and Testling Procedure Link #1 Daytime Running Lights Link #1 3. For those who are electrically challenged, here is an excellent tutorial about basic DC theory, circuits, systems operation, and troubleshooting. The battery service module, pages 17-20 covers parasite battery drain troubleshooting. Autoshop 101 NOTE: A digital VOMmeter is used rather than analog meter (with needle). For diagnosing automotive electrical systems a digital meter capable of displaying tenths of volts is required to analyze battery charge, voltage drops, etc. Analog meters are not capable of the fine measurements (fractions of volts, etc.) that must be accurately measured. 4. Volvo Turn Signal Issues Link #1 5. Several members have reported having problems with their batteries draining down and the cause was found to be Defective Ignition Switches. 6. Your truck won't shut off unless you Unhook Your trailer? 7. Window and Mirror Switch Problems Link #1
2. From time to time the question about Proper Tire Pressure comes up so here's a Link to a thread discussing how to properly calculate the tire pressure for your rig. HDT Tire Wear Chart: 
2. This Thread discusses air bubble issues with Davco fuel filters and fuel line related problems.
Check sensor continuity across the two wires with an ohmmeter. Should check 1200 to 1800 Ohms if good. Open circuit or very low resistance is a failed sensor. Wheel speed sensor is intended to be installed directly against the tooth wheel with no air gap. The sensor can tolerate some small air gap (<0,5mm if I remember right)caused by the hub run out. If you have a wheel speed sensor fault I recommend you check wheel bearing end play as well, should be 0.01 to 0.05 inch unless fitted with a unit bearing or preset. Dirt and brake dust can accumlate on the tooth ring and cause the sensor to move away from the ring as noted by some of the posters. The output of the wheel speed sensor can easily be checked with a voltmeter. Spinning the wheel should generate a voltage. Simple as that. On 6x4's, which axle is the fault? One system refers to the axles as 1,2,3 and the other system refers to the axles as 1,3,2. If the sensor looks good but the fault is still there* then try the other axle to be sure. * The vehicle has to be driven to make sure the fault is gone. * 2. ABS Light Staying On After Singling Out Your Truck? Well then, a Quick Read in This Thread might just Save you some Big $$$$$'s..... 3. Operation of a Vehicle with Active ABS Fault and Light: There is no out of service criteria for operating a vehicle with an ABS fault. There should be. However, the ABS system is relatively fail safe, in that ABS failures do not "normally" cause loss of braking performance. Clearly an ABS fault light means the system has failed and the benefits of ABS will not be functional. 4. Spring Cans So You Lost a Spring Can, What Next?
2. Traction Control VS Air Locker?
2. Removing a Seized Sensor If you need to replace a sensor and run into an old one that is seized in the transmission then reading this Thread from that point on might help you out with the sensor removal.... ____________________________________________________________________________
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Jul 3 2007, 05:03 AM
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 Discounted Volvo Parts:
Quite a few members have called Mike & he's given them very good prices on Volvo Parts, Locking Fuel Caps, Dieter's Stainless Steel Trim and some aftermarket Air Ride Seats. On a side note, when you call Mike you'll need the Last Six Digits of your VIN Number before he can quote any prices. NOTE: If you want to get price comparisions on locking fuel caps or anti-siphon tubes for your truck then I recommend checking with Fuel Tank Accessories as a good alternative to Gatr's prices before making your LFC purchase.
It's been reported that in some cases Capital Volvo has better prices than Gatr Volvo. Heavy Duty Truck Part Dealers: 1. Fleet Pride 2. TruckPro 3. Ryder Fleet Products 4. Prairie Truck & Tractor ____________________________________________________________________________
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 RV Shows: List of RV Shows in the US & Canada Florida "Tampa" RV Super Show Dates: Wednesday, January 14 - Sunday, January 18, 2009 High End and Customized 5th_Wheel Manufacturers: 1. Carriage / Royals International 2. New Horizon 3. Newmar 4. Doubletree RV Suites 5. NuWa 6. Excel Custom Built 5th_Wheel Manufacturers: 1. SpaceCraft 2. Travel Units Motor Coaches & Toter Home Conversions: 1. Show Hauler 2. Dynamax 3. Transport Designs 4. Kingsley Coach 5. Power House Coach 6. Factory Motorhomes 7. Twins Custom Coaches 8. Renegade/Kibbi LLC 9. Crew Chief 10. NRC Modifications 11. United Specialties 12. Haulmark Motorcoaches 13. Powerhouse Conversions 14. Cobra Motorhomes 15. Optima Motorhomes & Toterhomes 16. Wild Side Conversions Used RV Locator Web Sites: 1. RV Trader Online 2. RV Search 3. RV Online 4. PPL Motor Homes 5. Used Motor Home 6. RV Clearing House 7. eBay Motors 8. Racing Junk 9. Craigslist 10. Local Classified Ads 11. Cranky Ape - Repos/Salvaged 12. Truck Paper - use Nascar as the search word 13. Escapees RV's, Tow's and Toad's For Sale Forum Used RV Prices: 1. NADA Online Used 5th_Wheel and RV Inspections Services: If your considering purchasing a used 5th_Wheel that's located to far away for you to do an initial inspection yourself then here's a Link to Several Independent Inspection Services that deal solely in 5th_Wheel and RV Inspections. If you cannot locate an RV Inspection Service via the Internet where the 5th_Wheel or RV your interested in purchasing is located try contacting several campgrounds in the immediate area as one may be able to tell you the name of an Inspection Service or qualified RV Technician in the area that would be willing to inspect the 5th_Wheel or RV for a small fee. Worldwide RV Rental Facilities: 1. rvnetlinx.com This is a good source for locating all types of rental recreational vehicles and trailers worldwide. Rig Weights: Tips on How to Weigh Your Rig The Ongoing Saga of the Goodyear G614's: GY G614 Issues Upgrading From 16" Tires & Rims to 17.5" Tires & Rims: The information and link in This Post should shed some light on what's required to do the upgrade to 17.5" tires and rims on your 5th_Wheel. Replacement Tires: 1. Treadepot 2. Discount Tire 3. Les Schwab 4. Tire Kingdom Efficient 12 Volt Lighting?: Quite Possibly So LED Lighting DIY SatelLite Dish Mount: 3 Leg - 4 Leg PVC Dish Mount Parts & Repair Sources for Orphaned Travel Supreme & Teton Owners:
Dave spent 10 years as the Parts Manager at Travel Supreme then when they shut their doors he decided to opened his own parts company for original factory parts and accessories for Travel Supreme Coaches and is reported to stock or have access to most if not all Travel Supreme parts.
These are former Travel Supreme service guys that have formed their own service facility. We just had some work done there and there were quite a number of TS MH's there being serviced. They & their workers know the TS products & seemed very accommodating as they begin to build their new business.
RVT Services LLC is owned and operated by former Teton employees including Terry Harkins Teton's former General Manager, and Travis, their former Plant Manager. Rocky said that they are well pleased with the work that Terry, Travis and Dave did on our fiver. Dave also worked at Teton on plumbing. These guys knew what they were doing and it really showed.... If you are in need of repairs and can slide by Casper, their hourly rate is one of the lowest around, and they know your trailer, plus, they work on other model 5th_Wheel's and RV's beside Tetons! On a Side Note: If Terry doesn't answer the phone, the message on the answering machine may reference , "Harkins' Custom Kitchens & Baths", - a business of his which is located at the same location - so leave your 5th_Wheel or RV related information on the answering machine and Terry will get back with you about your 5th_Wheel or RV related questions. Independent RV Adjusters, Consultants & RV Recalls: RV Resolve is an independent RV Adjuster/Consultant company specializing in various RV related issues. In addition their Blog lists various RV Recalls and Industry News via links located on the left hand side of the page per individual dates of archives. ___________________________________________________________________________
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 Honda Model Numbers: 1. EU1000i 2. EU2000i 3. EU2000i - Camouflage 4. EU2000iA Companion 5. EU3000is 6. EU3000 - Handi 7. EU6500is NOTE: The all new Honda EU2000iA Companion generator is the exactly like the older EU2000i version with the exception that it only has one 20 Amp 125 Volt non twist-lock & one 30 Amp 125 Volt twist-lock receptacle in lieu of the two 20 Amp 125 Volt non twist-lock receptacles like the EU2000i has. Yamaha Model Numbers: 1. EF1000iS 2. EF2000iS 3. EF2400iS 4. EF2800i 5. YG2800i 6. EF3000iSE & EF3000iSEB w/Boost 7. EF4500iSE 8. EF6300iSE Online Generator Dealers: 1. Wise Sales 2. Mayberry's 3. Alamia 4. Hayes Equipment 5. Speedway Sales 6. Steady Power 7. US Diesel Engines Generator Accessories: 1. Parallel Connection Kits 2. Other Generator Accessories #1 3. Other Generator Accessories #2 4. Aluminum Generator Boxes 5. ABS?/Plastic Generator Shelter Informative Links: 1. Honda Generator Manuals 2. Wattage Requirement Reference Guide #1 3. Wattage Requirement Reference Guide #2 4. Portable Generator Operation Guide 5. Generator Power Safety Guide Yamaha Bi-fuel & Tri-fuel Inverter Generators: US Carburetion Inc. is a Yamaha factory authorized alternative fuel conversion center that sells Yamaha generators that have been converted to Bi-fuel operation "propane/natural gas" and Tri-fuel operation "propane/natural gas/gasoline" Yamaha generators. Propane Generators.com offers both Yamaha and Honda Bi-fuel & Tri-fuel operation generator kits. BTW, they have the same mailing address as US Carburetion Inc. so unless they simply share the same building they are infact a sister companies with one offering kits for both Yamaha & Honda generators. On a Side Note: A 20 pound propane bottle holds about 4.1 gallons of LPG when full. An EU2000i burns 0.297 gallons of LPG per hour at full load, 0.206 gph at 3/4 load and 0.101 gph at 1/2 load. That means the run time per tank on propane should be about 13.8 hours at full load, 19.9 hours at 3/4 load and 40.5 hours at 1/2 load. DIY EU2000i Tri-Fuel Conversion: Link to a DIY TF conversion pdf download. Honda EU2000i Yahoo Forum: For those of you who own a EU2000i or two here's a Link to the EU2000i Discussion Group on Yahoo.com. The discussion group is a place for those with Honda EU2000i generator's to discuss features, tips, DIY and commercially available parallel box's, accessories and for getting the most out of these units - particularly for RV camping. Also, this May be of interest to some, but then again, maybe not. - Generator Talk [font="Georgia"] DIY Multi Purpose Parallel Connection Box: For the DIY'ers, here's the pictures w/construction details for the Multi Purpose Parallel Connection Box that I made.  4mm Shrouded Banana Plugs:  I've found two online sources that sell the 4mm Shrouded Banana Plugs that will accept a thick jacketed 12 gauge wire with a little tweaking. NOTE: In order for a thick jacketed 12 gauge wire to pass through the small hole on the rear of the threaded end caps you'll have to Carefully drill out the hole a little larger on the rear portion of the threaded caps but it's Doable if you Take Your Time. I also recommend that you Carefully Pry Out the Small Red Tips from yhe metal pieces that plug into the generator before you do your soldering or you'll More Than Likely Melt the Tips before you can get your connection hot enough to accept the solder.... The last time I checked the Banana Plugs were available at Mouser Electronics under part numbers "Black" #548-32603-0 & "Red" #548-32603-2 -OR- from MCM Electronics under part numbers "Black" #69-173 & "Red" #69-174. When I purchased my plugs Mouser Electric was a little more reasonable on their shipping charges but then again that was quite a while ago so be sure to compare S&H charges before placing an order with either source.... I'll add that it isn't necessary to use Red and Black Banana Plugs on your parallel connection box as either of the two plugs intended for a separate generator on the parallel box (no matter the color) can be plugged into either female receptacle on a Honda inverter generator without damaging the generator as the plugs are backward compatable. On a Side Note: If your not confident enough in your ability to make your own DIY Parallel Connection Box then I suggest you check out the parallel interconnect cable that eBay seller BigSkyPower is selling for around $120 with Free S&H which is much less than the OEM Honda Parallel Box sells for before S&H charges by online retailers. Honda Generator Replacement Parts: If your in need of replacement parts for your Honda generator and prefer using an online retailer I highly recommend using Plano Power located in Plano, TX - Phone: 972-423-5220. How to Get the Most Bang for your Buck from the Honda EU6500is: In a Long Running Thread pertaining to the Honda EU6500is as not being a particularly good investment for RV applications due to the fact that the generator puts out no where near the reported 6,500/5,500 watts = 120/240V 6500W max. (54.1/27.1Amps) or 5500W rated (45.8/22.9Amps.) which would cause problems trying to run one 15,000 BTU or two 13,500 BTU AC's simultaneously. Forum member RVnBikerBob-Bob and Becky "Bob" posted a work around on This Page of the thread that resorts to some trickery to put all the possible current (Amps) from the generator online with the use of a homemade Cheater Adapter that plugs into either 30 Amp twistlock re-ceptacle on the control panel.  With the use of the Cheater Adapter you should be able to operate two 13,500 BTU AC's simultaneously unless your camping at higher elevations as each 1,000 feet of elevation above sea level reduces a generators output by roughly 3% per 1,000 feet. For those who are electrically challenged, here's the wiring schematic I drew that should answer any questions you have about properly wiring the adapter.  If you still have questions about the workaround just Post Your Questions and someone will more than likely chime in to help you out. ____________________________________________________________________________
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 Smart4Two Information: A. ClubSmartCar.ca's - Web Site which includes multiple Smart4Two forums. B. evilution.co.uk - Smart car technical site - Good resource site for Smart4Two owners. C. FQ101.co.uk - Taking Modification to the Next Level! The New 2008 Gen II Smart4Two: Pertinent information about the soon to be released 2008 Gen II U.S. version SF2 which will be approximately 8" longer than the Gen I Smart4Two's. A. Smart USA - The official Smart USA web site. B. Pre-release Photos - of the US version Smart4Two. C. US Road Tour Photos - Taken by one of many tour participants. Finally, the national enthusiasm is very visible on smart USA's official social networking website for enthusiasts around the country, www.smartusainsider.com. Over 6,800 members are actively blogging, posting photos and videos, and participating daily in exciting discussions about their smart experiences, personalization, product questions and more. If you have not yet visited smart USA Insider, we encourage you to meet and interact with the thousands of smart owners, reservation holders and enthusiasts like you that gather there daily to discuss all things smart. Gen II Smart4Two - Model 52 kW Specifications: Dimensions and Weights: Wheelbase = (mm) 1,867 (73.50 in) compared with the Gen I @ (1,812 mm) (71.34 in) Track width front = (mm) 1,283 (50.51 in) compared with the Gen I @ (1,275 mm) (50.20 in) Track width rear = ( mm) 1,385 (54.53 in) Length = (mm) 2,695 (106.10 in) compared with the Gen 1 which is (98.5 in) Width = (mm) 1,559 (61.38 in) compared with the Gen 1 which is (59.5 in) Height = (mm) 1,542 (60.71 in) compared with the Gen 1 which is (60.0 in) Turning circle = (m) 8.75 (28.71 ft) Weight without driver = (kg) 750 (1,653.47 lbs) (cabrio: 790) (1,741.65 lbs) Payload = (kg) 270 (595.25 lbs) (cabrio: 230) (507.06 lbs) Permissible total weight = (kg) 1,020 (2,248.72 lbs) Fuel tank capacity/reserve = (l) 33/5 (8.72 gal - US/1.32 gal - US) Performance: Maximum speed = (km/h) 145 (90.10 mph) NOTE: The remainder of the Gen 2 specs can be by seen by clicking on this Link. Optimizing the Ride Quality on a Gen II Smart4Two: If you're looking to improve the ride quality of your Gen II Smart4Two you might want to read several of the posts in this Thread that forum member NEO/Russ "Russ" made. Why Load & Unload Your Smart4Two from the Drivers Side?: From all indications thus far everyone that has posted photo's of their Smart4Two loading's and unloading's has chosen to do so from the drivers side of their HDT. Here's the Link to a thread discussing the reason's why everyone that we know of thus far has chosen to load and unload from the drivers side when they carry their Smart4Two's width wise on their conversions. Smart4Two Folding Loading Ramp Information: The heavy duty 10' arched aluminum folding ramps that Dennis M and Dick and Diana (two of the original Smart car toters) are using to load their Smart4Two's take care of clearance issues during the transition from the ramps to the trucks deck. The ramps were purchased several years ago @ DiscountRamps.com however they are now listed as a discontinued product.... The Big Boys Ramp Details: Model Number = MF-12014-2 = (The Big Boys) = Two 120" arched folding ramps Unfolded Length = 10' (120 in) Folded Length = 61 in Folded Thickness = 10 1/2 in Width = 14 in each Weight = 40 lbs. each Weight Capacity = 3,000 lbs total / 1,500 lbs each NOTE: Two newly designed replacement models for the original Big Boys ramp design are now available @ DiscountRamps.com. The Big Boy II Ramp Details: Model Number = MF2-12038 (The Big Boy II) = Two 120" arched folding ramps Unfolded Length = 10' (120 in) Folded Length = 60.5 in Folded Thickness = 7 1/2 in Width = 19 in each -or- 38" when combined Weight = 43 lbs. each x two - 96 lbs total Weight Capacity = 2,500 lbs total / 1,250 lbs each Price = $449.99 + $75.00 S&H - OR - Model Number = MF2-14438 (The Big Boy II) = Two 144" arched folding ramps Unfolded Length = 12' (144 in) Folded Length = 72 in Folded Thickness = 7 1/2 in Width = 19 in each -or- 38" when combined Weight = 54 lbs. each x two = 108 lbs total Weight Capacity = 2,000 lbs total / 1,000 lbs each Price = $569.99 + $100.00 S&H While both model #'s are listed as arched ramps these are actually Flat Ramps with a " 12 degree angle -or- offset " at the hinge that give the same functionality as an actual arched ramp....... Note: Forum member Billr "Bill" chose to go with The Big Boy II model # MF2-14438 ramps with a 2000 lb combined weight rating for his Smart4Two loading project as Discount Ramps felt the MF2-14438's were of adequate strength to handle the weight of his Canadian Smart4Two..... If you would like to use The Big Boy II 12' ramps but are concerned about their 2000 lb weight rating the addition of a modified heavy duty cog style jack stand placed under either hinge should rectify any concerns about overloading the 12' ramps.... Smart4Two Extendable Custom Made Loading Ramp Information: Here's a Link to a few Pics of forum member Too Much Truck's "Robert" custom made extendable loading ramps and the Link to a thread dicussing the ramps. The beauty of these ramps is that they are only 5' 6" long when collapsed and extend to approximatly 10' 6" long which would make storing them within a lockable bed compartment practicle rather than having ramps that must be carried underneath the car or in a large dedicated storage compartment as most Smart4Two owners are doing. Smart4Two Modular Drop Deck Loading Ramp Information: Forum member MakinSmoke "Virgil" is using the 15' 9" modular four ramp system listed below from DiscountRamps.com to load his Smart4Two. These are true car loading ramps that are completely flat "no hinges" that utilize a separate adjustable aluminum center support stand that interlocks the upper and lower sections together. Modular Ramp Details: Model Number = 04-18-189-01-01-M = Four 94.5" straight ramps w/adjustable ramp support Length = 4 ramps @ 94.5" each Width = 18" each Thickness = 2.25" each Weight - Ramps = 50 lbs. each pair x 2 = 100 lbs total Weight - Ramp Support = 52 lbs. x 1 Weight Capacity - Ramps = 8,000 lbs. total / 4,000 lbs. per axle Weight Capacity - Ramp Support = 8,000 lbs. total / 3,000 lbs. per axle Price = $1,399.99 + Freight Charge Smart4Two Winch Information: Dennis M and Dick & Diana use or originally used Mile Marker PE2500 winches with a line rating of 2,500 pounds to hoist their Smart4Two's up their loading ramps. Dennis M has since reported that his Mile Marker PE2500 lasted for a couple years before petering out and has since upgraded to a Smittybilt XRC-8 winch with a line rating of 8,000 pounds that he purchased online from Winch Depot. Smart4Two Tie Down Information: Dennis M uses custom made wheel bonnets designed for his specific tie sizes that were purchased online at Susquehanna Motorsports as tie downs for his Smart4Two. Smart4Two Insurance Information: To Quote Dennis M: Our smart car insurance is through Farmers. My agent said "If you can license it we can insure it" I have 500/500/100 with a $500 deductible. Cost is $367.70 for six months comparable to my BMW my "now sold" Dodge Ram. I do get some discount since they carry all of my insurance on the cars, Bud, the trailer, and the house. I also have it classified for pleasure use, less than 5,000 miles per year. Interestingly the paper work has the correct serial number but calls the model "220 C/230 C". To Quote Dick and Diana: Our insurance is through Hartford, and for 1 year with multiple car discount including 1 other car) is $530.00 per year. Geico quoted about $1000.00, which is Ridiculous in comparison. Gen I & Gen II Smart4Two Visual Length Comparison Photos: Here's a Link to a few Pics that compare the length of the two Smarts and the Link to a thread dicusiing the comparisons. Gen I Smart4Two's Loaded on Toter Pics: Since many of us have aspirations about purchasing a Smart4Two to haul on our conversions I thought I'd include a few links to pictures of members Gen I Smart4Two's loaded on their HDT's and a vodeo of Red Dog's being loaded on his deck. 1. Dick & Diana/Class of '06's Gen I Smart4Two loaded on their T2000 - Link 2. Dennis M's Smart4Two loaded on his VNL610 - Link 3. Toterman's Smart4Two loaded on his VNL610 - Link #1 - Link #2 4. Red Dog's Smart4Two loaded on his T2000 - Link which includes a Link to a video of his Smart4Two loading procedure. 5. Billr's Canadian Smart4Two loaded on his VNL770 - Link plus a Link to loading photos and another Link to a thread where Bill posted before and after truck weights after his project was completed. Gen II Smart4Two Loaded on a Slant Details & Pics: Here are few Pics of member Robb's "Robb" Gen II Smart4Two loaded cross wise on an incline due to its length (reportedly 105 3/4" long) on his VNL610 which enables the Smart to be within the 102" width guidelines when loaded which is mandated by federal highway regulations. Any vehicle that measures more than 102" wide requires an over width permit therefore this is the only legal way to transport a Gen II Smart4Two width wise on a Toter bed..... Bed, Ramp & Tie Down Details: Robb states that his bed is 8' wide, that the ramp is 30" high which is required to meet the 102" federal highway width requirement and that he uses 9' detachable ramps to load his Smart. The ramps are loaded securely under the car for transport with chains and locks to keep them from walking away. He utilizes straps and large eyes on the fixed ramp under the rear wheels to strap the car down which binds it down as it pulls up on the rear tires. For additional safety he also has a chain that runs through both sides of the Smarts frame then through an eye on the back of the ramp box where he has a chain binder with lock. 
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Number of downloads: 79Gen II Smart4Two Loaded Lengthwise Details & Pics: Here's a Link to a thread discussing sdixon747's "Steve" Gen II Smart4Two which is loaded lengthwise on his deck and another Link to Steve's photo gallery showing additional pics of his Smart. You'll also notice that Steve's ramps are custom made with integrated center supports... ____________________________________________________________________________
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Aug 13 2008, 07:44 AM
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 For those of you who don't want a Smart4Two or a traditional motorcycle due to physical limitations this might be a good alternative for everyday local driving as many people don't want to use their toter as their primary means of transportation when they are not on the road. One thing to remember is that Many of these trikes are more than 102 inches long therefore if you want to load a trike "across" the deck of your toter be sure to verify the length of the trike your interested in before finalizing your purchase...... Here's a Link to a thread about trikes where members are discussing how to load a trike on their toter. Bud & Jan Redmond's Trike Page List of Trike Manufacturers:
Custom Built Trike Loader Video: If you have thoughts of transporting a trike on your conversion you might be interested in this trike loader that was built for Jim Cox's Volvo VNL610 by Herrin Hauler in Kilgore, TX. Here's the Link to a video of the loader unloading Jim's trike and a Link to the trike being re-loaded on his truck. The loader was designed to load and unload a trike or Smart4Two from Jim's Volvo but from all indications even the Generation I Smart4Two at 98" long would be "Very Close In Length?" when loaded to exceeding the 102" maximum permissible vehicle width set forth by federal transportation guidelines. BTW, the two small wheels on the rear of loader are removable for transport....... ____________________________________________________________________________
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Aug 13 2008, 07:58 AM
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Major Contributor Posts: 2,019 Joined: 14-November 04 From: For Now, This Place I Call Hell SKP#: 92054
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 Photos from Various 2009 HDT Rallies: 2009 East Coast Rally: ~ May 13th - May 17th in Catawissa, PA Here's The Link to the Official 2009 East Coast Rally thread. Rally Photos: 1. Toterman's (David) Photos - Link #1 2. sdixon747's (Steve) Photos - Link #1 Photos from Various 2008 HDT Rallies: 5th Annual "2008" National HDT Rally: ~ Oct 4th - Oct 11th in Hutchinson, KS  Here's The Link to the Official 5th Annual HDT Rally Thread. Here's The Link to the Official 5th Annual HDT Rally Web Site. Rally Photos: 1. Still Working's (Larry) Photos - Link #1 2. Toterman's (David) Photos - Link #1, Link #2, Link #3 3. Hogrydr's (Jim) Photos - Link #1 4. kdet's (Kathy) Photos - Link #1 5. hjsdds's (Henry) Photos - Link #1 6. Mark & Dale Bruss (Mark) Photos - Link #1, Link #2, Link #3 Hutchinson Car Show Photos: 1. Brianwl's (Brian) Photos - Link #1 2. kdet's (Kathy) Photos - Link #1 Rally Entertainment Videos: 1. The Boulevard Band Video - Link #1 Rally Seminar Videos: 1. 3GStore EvDO Setup Video = Properly setting up an EvDO router after initial configuration - Link #1 3rd Annual "2008" Northwest Rally: ~ June 27th - July 4th/5th In Winchester Bay, OR Here's The Link to the Official 3rd Annual Northwest Rally Thread. 1. Vela1's (Scott) Photos - Link #1 Photos from Various 2007 HDT Rallies: 4th Annual "2007" National HDT Rally: ~ Sept 30th - Oct 6th in Wichita, KS  Here's The Link to the Official 4th Annual HDT Rally Thread. 1. Toterman's (David) Photos - Link #1, Link #2 and Link #3 2. Padraic's (Padraic) Photos - Link #1 and Link #2 3. Still Working's (Larry) Photos - Link #1 4. Mark & Dale Bruss (Mark) Photos - Link #1, Link #2, Link #3 3rd Annual "2007" East Coast Rally: ~ June 9th - 16th in Gettysburg, PA Here's The Link to the Official 3rd Annual East Coast Rally Thread. 1. Toterman's (David) Photos - Link #1 2nd Annual "2007" Northwest Rally: ~ June 22nd - ?? in Winchester Bay, OR Here's The Link to the Official 2nd Annual Northwest Rally Thread. 1. Vela1's (Scott) Photos - Link #1 Photos from Various 2006 HDT Rallies: 3rd Annual "2006" National HDT Rally: ~ October 1st - 7th in Wichita, KS  Here's The Link to the Official 3rd Annual HDT Rally Thread. 1. Mark and Dale Bruss's Photos - Link #1 2. Toterman's (David) Photos - Link #1, Link #2 and Link #3 3. Still Working's (Larry) Photos - Link #1 4. DIYGuy's (Mark) Photos - Link #1 5. Ann N Gene's (Gene) Photos - Link #1 6. Tetoner's (Mike) Photos - Link #1 and Link #2 7. HDT Forum Members Photos with their Trucks and Screen Names - Link #1 2nd Annual "2006" East Coast Rally: ~ June 3rd - 10th in Myrtle Beach, SC 1. 5th_Wheeler's (Jon) Photos - Link #1 2. Toterman's (David) Photos - Link #1 1st Annual "2006" Northwest Rally: ~ June 23rd - 26th in Winchester Bay, OR 1. OLDPhoneman's (Dave) Photos - Link #1 and Link #2 Photos from Various 2005 HDT Rallies: 2nd Annual "2005" National HDT Rally: ~ October 1st - 7th in Wichita, KS  1. rverdlm123's (Dave) Photos - Link #1 and Link #2 2. Ann N Gene's (Gene) Photos - Link #1 3. Tetoner's (Mike) Photos - Link #1 and Link #2 4. Toterman's (David) Photos - Link #1, Link #2, Link #3 and Link #4 ____________________________________________________________________________
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 ~Trucks are in the Order They Were Posted in This Thread~ _______________________________________ Themisfitking's "Charlie" Volvo VNL630  John (C-IL)'s "John" Freightliner 120  5th_Wheeler's "Jon" Volvo VNL770  Toterman's "David" Volvo VNL420  Toterman's "David" Volvo VNL610  Oldphoneman's "Dave" Volvo VNL610  Smokeyjoe's "Smokey" Peterbilt 385  Mad-Dog's "Bryan" Peterbilt 379  Ann N Gene's "Gene" Peterbilt 387 - SOLD  bearman's "Dwight" Volvo VNL660  Hogrydr's "Jim" Volvo VNL610  Mark & Dale Bruss's "Mark" Volvo VNL770  bjarm's "Bruce" Volvo VNL610  ghillie's "John" Freightliner Columbia  DJW's "Dennis" Volvo VNL770  horsecampers "Greg" Volvo VNL610  RW "Ron" Freightliner 112  Scubadave's "Dave" Volvo VNL610  2BTRVLN's "Charlie" Volvo VNL770  Still Working's "Larry" Volvo VNL610  Dave K's "Dave" Volvo WIA  hipurr72's "Jim" Volvo VNL610  LarryandLinda's "Larry" Kenworth T2000  Jim Cox's "Jim" Volvo VNL610  Tetoner's "Mike" Volvo VNL770  Dwayne & Danette's "Dwayne" Kenworth T600  JRoger's "Roger" Volvo VNL610  wushaw's Peterbilt 385  RV-Pakker's Volvo VNL660  Broncitis's Volvo VNL610  racegirl04's Volvo WIA  Buzzcut's "Dave" Volvo VNL610 - SOLD  Crazybanshee's "Doug" International 9200  Seamo's "Bob" Volvo VNL660  RB70D's Peterbilt 385  Lodgepole's "Ron" Peterbilt 387  hjsdds's "Henry" Volvo VNL770  Dirt's "Doug" International Eagle  Reluyog's "Damian" Kenworth W900  DBIGRED's "Dennis" Kenworth T2000  mechmagcn's "Jeff" Mack R600  tvmotorsports's "Terry" Kenworth T2000  crewcab96's "Roger" Volvo WIA  crunchy's Volvo WIA42T  Bill&Mary's "Bill" Volvo WIA  ____________________________________________________________________________
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 LLonearth's "Larry" Volvo VNL660  'Nuf Truck's "Cal" Volvo VNL630  Bill & Val's "Bill" Volvo VNL610  Quinn The Eskimo's "Gail" Volvo VNL610  Maltruck's "Jim" Volvo VNL660  Jamie's "Jamie" Freightliner Century  Wrknrvr's "Vern" Volvo VNL610  rverdlm's "Dave" Kenworth T2000  Just Enough's "Robert" Volvo VNL770  ibTALLwalt's "Walt" International 9200i  HD_RIDER's "Jess" Volvo VNL610  Dennis M's "Dennis" Volvo VNL610  PSD_Tweaker's "Rick" Volvo VNL610  Chris Hick's "Chris" Volvo VNL610  Evileye's Kenworth T2000  Weekend Warrier's "Jeff" Freightliner Century  Chads Volvo VNL610  norian's "Mark" Volvo VNL610  JUGGERNAUT's Volvo VNL610  RVReady's "Mike" Volvo VNL660  Hdonlybob's "Bob" Volvo VNL610  Billr's "Bill" Volvo VNL770  Judd777's Peterbilt 379  Jeff- C IL's "Jeff" Volvo WIA     ____________________________________________________________________________
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  1. Never backup rig without safety observer with radio or standard hand signals. 2. At check in, decide where site is, how to get to it, and whether the Bikes need to be unloaded before parking in site. 3. At site do a walk around to check for obstructions and plan where FW needs to be with respect to hookups and slide operation. Confer with safety guard on plan before backing. 4. Pull or back into site with FW positioned correctly for hookups, slide, and tailgate. 5. Level side to side using Spirit Level and appropriate planks and blocks then set truck brakes, and put in park. 6. Chock wheels and install both vise chocks. 7. Lower landing gear(make sure pins are engaged) raising FW 1/8 inch off hitch. 8. Disconnect Electrical lead and breakaway cable from truck. 9. Dump Air Bag truck & Hitch. 10. Verify Landing gear is down, electrical, and breakaway cables are disconnected and tailgate is down "if applicable". 11. Remove safety pin. Pull out Hitch handle till unlocked and stays in the unlocked position. 12. Carefully drive out from under FW. 13. Set Parking brake clear of FW. 14. Level FW fore and aft using Spirit Level and landing gear to raise or lower, or auto level. 15. Extend STABILIZERS. 16. Disconnect battery landing gear lead to de-activate landing gear switch. 17. Lower FW steps and unlock doors. 18 Turn on Propane at tank and allow 5 minutes before lighting gas appliances. 19. Connect to shore power using surge protector/ safety lights. Follow procedure 2min16sec. 20. Hookup water pressure regulator and filters to FW. 21. Use rubber gloves and connect sewer connection to campground inlet and arrange so will drain properly with supports. 22. Confirm hot water tank has filled before turning power on (two switches) or LP switch by sink (DSI) if LP is used. 23. Open vent, door, or window and check for obstructions inside and outside prior to extending slide. 24. Extend awning if appropriate anchor and place rugs and mat in place 25. Unload chairs and other camping gear as needed. 26. Plug in voltmeter and verify in green before starting air conditioner or turning on furnace. 27. Turn on the refrigerator and set in auto or LP if no electricity. 28. Leave water pump off unless not connected to city water.
1. Remove food and any garbage or trash left from trip. 2. Open refrigerator door and cabinets for ventilation. 3. Place lock on Kingpin. 4. Disconnect battery. Check for correct water level and charge level. 5. Verify LP is off and remove empty tanks to be filled. 6. Lock all storage and main doors. 7. Remove or lock FW hitch in truck. 8. Put on covers (tires, AC, TrailerSaver, etc.) 9. Make list of anything to be repaired or obtained before the next trip. 10. Get things on list completed.
INSPECTION NOTES: ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Compliments of Hogrydr "Jim" ____________________________________________________________________________
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 How to Add a Custom Avatar to Your Profile: 1. First, you must have the picture stored on your computer somewhere. 2. At the top of any web site page n the right side Click on the "My Controls Tab". 3. At the left, under "Personal Profile" on the next screen Click on "Edit Avatar Settings" on the left side of the page. 4. In the "Upload a new image from your computer space" Click on the "Browse Tab" and navigate to the picture that's stored on your computer "Generally Under the My Pictures Folder" in your Documents Folders. 5. "Hightlight" or Click on the picture you choose as your Avatar and then Click on the "Open Tab". 6. The last step is to Click on the "Update Avatar Tab". That's it...... How to Include Pictures From WebShots.com in Your Posts: WebShots.com has recently added a function that enables you to copy and paste a special URL WebShots generates into the thread your responding to. By doing so forum members can automatically see pictures up to 600 pixels in your post. If you want to post a picture from your WebShot's account that's larger than a thumbnail picture follow these simple instructions. 1. Clink on the thumbnail of the picture you want to post in a thread. 2. As soon as the enlarged picture has loaded double click on the enlarged picture. 3. On the page that pops up you'll see a pop up box with several options listed = "CLICK ON LINK TO IT". --- on the next pop up screen you'll see several small squares/blocks with one of the following numbers next to a particular square. --- 100, 200, 425, 500 & 600 --- These numbers depict the size picture you want to post in a thread. 4. Click on the size picture you want in your post = IE 100, 425 or 600 and WebShot's software will automatically generate a URL for that size picture that you can post in a thread. 5. As soon as WebShot's generates the URL you'll see "three" URL's located in three separate rectangular blocks on the right side of the page. --- Now look at the bottom/last of the three blocks that says = "POST IN A FORUM". --- This is the URL you want to use in your post. 6. Now just copy that particular URL then paste it directly into the ( BODY ) of the post you're making a comment in. That's it... How to Include Pictures From Picturetrail.com in Your Posts: 1. Right Click on the picture that is Enlarged in Picturetrail that you want to post in a thread. 2. Scroll down to where it says Properties at the bottom of the Pop Up Window and Click on Properties. 3. On the window that Pops Up copy the Address/URL that's shown in that window. 4. On Escapees.com Click on the Post Reply box in the thread you want to post the picture in. 5. Above where you normally type your message in a specific thread there is a String of Small Boxes and the Next to the Last One has what looks like a Small Picture. 6. Click on the Box with the Small Picture and on the pop up window Paste the URL you copied from Picturetrail. 7. Now click on the small OK Tab on that same pop up box. 8. Then click on Post Now like you normally would when your ready to post a reply in a thread. That's it...... How to Get the Correct Time Stamp on Your Posts: 1.Click on - My Controls - in the long thin space where you see your Screen Name/Log In/Log Out information near the top of every forum web page. 2.Click on the words - Board Settings - on the left side of the next page that opens up. 3.Now make sure you have a Check Mark where it says - Is Daylight Saving Time in Effect? - on the next page that opens up in your controll panel board setting page. 4. If not you'll be off an hour on your Posting Stamp Times on every post you make if your current location observes Daylight Saving Time. That's it...... How to View Posts in a Larger Font Size: You can increase the size of the standard forum font size by 20% quite easily. 1. Go to the Very Bottom of any forum web page. 2. Click on the small Drop Down Box in the Very Left Hand Corner of the page. 3. Select Escapees Large Font from the available choices within the box and the forum software will automatically increase your viewing font size by 20%. That's it.... On a Side Note: You can also choose from three available web site color/layout choices within the same small box you used to increase the font size. An Alternative Search Function for the Forum: This information was posted by member RIF in this Thread. I have just about given up on the built in search on the forum. Instead I use Google to do the searching. All you need to search a specific web site is add the word " site ", and a colon " : " and then the URL. For example, to search for manufacturers that are out of business on RVNETWORK.COM I entered "manufacturers out of business site:rvnetwork.com" in the Google search area. It gave me the post you were looking for at the top of the list. Here's the Example: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&ie=...amp;btnG=Search - OR - Manufacturers out of business site:rvnetwork.com ___________________________________________________________________________
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Please do not POST or Try to POST anything in This Thread as Mark, Kellie and Myself are the only ones who are authorized to post anything in The HDT Resource Guide.... Any questions or new information that you would like to see added to The HDT Resource Guide should be posted in The HDT Resource Guide Additions & Questions sticky thread - NOT in The HDT Resource Guide itself.... Thanks for your cooperation, Jon - Keeper of the HDT Resource Guide Link to Top of Page 1 Link to Top of Page 2 That is All THE END ____________________________________________________________________________
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