VegasFlyer Posted March 30, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 Rick, Thanks!!! When finished, it will be very close to 102". John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2017 We are heading to SOCAL to spend the weekend working on the truck bed. By Sunday we hope to have the tool boxes lined, and the sides and top on. We will post some update photos. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broncohauler Posted April 23, 2017 Report Share Posted April 23, 2017 On 3/30/2017 at 7:28 AM, VegasFlyer said: Al, We don't' have any pictures right now, but should very soon. In fact, the design of the rear lights has changed several times in the past week. The latest plan is for three 4" round lights on each side with three 2" marker lights on a door below the hitch area, which is being built to house sections of the ramps. John I'm sure by now you have your lights handled but just some of my recent experience anyway. I put Orval Maxima flush mount lights on my truck 9years ago And now they all have failed. And nothing else will work with out damage to my tailboard. If I changed type of light, I'd have holes from the mounting rivets. Also a hole from the wire pass through I strongly suggest using only truk light leds. I've had a lot of problems with anything else. And also stay with a popular lay out and size, like oval or round with a grommet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 As promised.... John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 It's the little things like the rounded corners on our access panels, that make such a difference. Nice work. KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 46 minutes ago, rickeieio said: It's the little things like the rounded corners on our access panels, that make such a difference. Nice work. Thanks Rick, yes, it is fun to design something that different from the masses. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSeas Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 Can you share the contact info of the So Cal s shop that is building this masterpiece? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 19 hours ago, Broncohauler said: I'm sure by now you have your lights handled but just some of my recent experience anyway. I put Orval Maxima flush mount lights on my truck 9years ago And now they all have failed. And nothing else will work with out damage to my tailboard. If I changed type of light, I'd have holes from the mounting rivets. Also a hole from the wire pass through I strongly suggest using only truk light leds. I've had a lot of problems with anything else. And also stay with a popular lay out and size, like oval or round with a grommet. Great advice, thanks Charlie! We will be using 4" round LED's for the tail/turn/brake and backup lights. 2" LED's for the marker lights. We are working with David Dixon to make a custom wire harness for the bed lighting. David, as a lot of the forum folks already know, is a great guy and a pleasure to work with. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 Feels like a flight deck back there, doesn't it John? Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALLOY Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 Nice to see what happen when a good plan, some heavy metal and most important, great workmanship come together. 2011 Cameo 34SB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 4 hours ago, MrSeas said: Can you share the contact info of the So Cal s shop that is building this masterpiece? The shop is owned by a friend of mine. They normally build desert race cars and Trophy Trucks. He and I have collaborated on a few projects before, so this was a natural evolution for us. When we get this bed finished, he will be making variations of the bed. pm me for more info. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 2 hours ago, HERO Maker said: Feels like a flight deck back there, doesn't it John? It should definitely handle all the toys we want to haul, Rockie....lol. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 2 hours ago, J-T said: Nice to see what happen when a good plan, some heavy metal and most important, great workmanship come together. Thanks J-T, we are quite pleased with how it is all coming together. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoDirectionHome Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 Quote The shop is owned by a friend of mine. They normally build desert race cars and Trophy Trucks. Your friend's shop wouldn't happen to be in Costa Mesa, would it? "There are No Experts, Do the Math!" 2014 Freightliner Cascadia DD16 600hp 1850ft-lb 18spd 3.31 260"wb SpaceCraft S-470 SKP #131740 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmup68 Posted April 24, 2017 Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 6 hours ago, VegasFlyer said: The shop is owned by a friend of mine. They normally build desert race cars and Trophy Trucks. He and I have collaborated on a few projects before, so this was a natural evolution for us. When we get this bed finished, he will be making variations of the bed. pm me for more info. That explains a lot. Love the off road community fab work. 2003 International Eagle 9200i, Cummins ISX, Freedomline 2007 Teton Scottsdale XT4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2017 12 hours ago, NoDirectionHome said: Your friend's shop wouldn't happen to be in Costa Mesa, would it? No sir, they are in the Victorville / Hesperia area. We have been building this bed at the owner's house, stealing parts and tool from the main shop, as needed. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Av8r3400 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Rookie question: How are you attaching the bed to the frame of the truck? U-bolts? Flanges on the bed and frame, then bolted together? Will there be a wood/plastic shim between the bed and frame? Av8r34002012 Volvo VNL 730 D13 iShift & 2021 Grand Design Momentum 397TH I'd rather die trying to live - Than live trying not to die. -Leonard Perry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted April 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 We are going to weld angle pieces between the cross tubes and they will bolt to the same angle brackets that the commercial fifth wheel plate bolts to. The front of the bed will have special brackets to allow a limited amount of frame flex. There are hardwood spacers that run lengthwise between the main tube rails. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les_garten Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Considering your fifth wheel, what is the Max length vehicle you can have on the bed? <<Les Garten>> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted May 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 2 hours ago, les_garten said: Considering your fifth wheel, what is the Max length vehicle you can have on the bed? 12 to 13 feet without raising the front wheels of the vehicle. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les_garten Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 21 minutes ago, VegasFlyer said: 12 to 13 feet without raising the front wheels of the vehicle. Hmmm, looks longer than that. What is the bed length? Can't wait to see it hooked up. The Geo Tracker is 13.5', The Hummer is longer, won't be using them up there with a Fifth? <<Les Garten>> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted May 5, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 The bed is 18'. We might be able to put something a little longer with the Toy Hauler on. RickW hauled a 2 door wrangler with his 18' bed. The Hummer will be more of a day trip or sleep in the truck sort of thing. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sculptor Posted August 8, 2017 Report Share Posted August 8, 2017 Hello Vegas Flyer, I'm looking back in the archives a few months because I now want to plan a deck for my Volvo. The question by AV8R about how your deck is secured to the truck is where I need to start. Do you have any pics of that particular piece of the puzzle? If not that's ok because your description was good. Have any more pics of your progress? We would all like to see them. Thanks, Kevin and June 2013 Volvo VNL 730 D13 Eco-Torque @ 425 Ratio 2.47 2014 DRV 36TKSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted November 21, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2017 Here are some more photos of our bed build. We are hoping to finish the metal work by mid December and then start painting and wiring for lights and trailer hookup. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted November 21, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2017 On 8/8/2017 at 3:40 PM, Sculptor said: Hello Vegas Flyer, I'm looking back in the archives a few months because I now want to plan a deck for my Volvo. The question by AV8R about how your deck is secured to the truck is where I need to start. Do you have any pics of that particular piece of the puzzle? If not that's ok because your description was good. Have any more pics of your progress? We would all like to see them. Thanks, Kevin, Sorry for the delay in responding, we did not see your question until tonight. Unfortunately, we do not have any good photos of the main mounting brackets, though they are actually quite simply 90 degree broke .250 steel brackets that weld on to the main bed rails and then bolt to the brackets that the commercial hitch was hack bolted to. John Southern Nevada 2008 Volvo 780, D13, I-Shift 2017 Keystone Fuzion 420 Toyhauler 2017 Can-Am Maverick X3-RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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