CHIEFWAHO Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 New HDT owner here! My family will be using truck to pull our Jeep Scramblers (CJ8's) around the country. Found truck in the classifieds on this forum. Purchased from SteveandJimmie http://www.rvnetwork.com/index.php?showtopic=117076 The original builder was Bill R http://www.rvnetwork.com/index.php?showtopic=103906 Met SteveandJimmie in Denver Friday evening to check the truck out. We struck up a deal and it was off to its new home in Kansas. Still feeling out the shifter but loved the way it goes down the road. 1999 Volvo VNL610, Cummins M11 - 350/400 HP, 10 speed Rockwell - 'CHIEF' Custom flatbed with TrailerSaver air hitch. 3 cyl 8000 watt Kubota diesel generator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdonlybob Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Great choice...you will love it !!! (past Volvo 610 owner) Cheers, Bob 1989 Safari Serengeti 34'Towing a 1952 M38A1 Military Willys Past HDT owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Welcome aboard! Looks like you did real well. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmzero Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Glad to see another off road guy on here. You and Jake White must be pals, seeing your CJ8 connection. Jake and I go way back. Be forewarned, you may become more interested in your tow rig than what you're towing. "Willy Mammoth" - Volvo 730, Sold Heartland Cyclone 4000 Toy HaulerT-Minus 26 years and counting to being a full timer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Be forewarned, you may become more interested in your tow rig than what you're towing. True...... I no longer have my "built up" Jeep. Was not using it enough so we sold it, replaced it with a smart on the bed of the truck I figure someday I'll build up another one, but for now the smart is working for us. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big5er Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 SWEET!! and welcome. So we'll see you in Hutch this year?? MY PEOPLE SKILLS ARE JUST FINE.~It's my tolerance to idiots that needs work.~ 2005 Volvo 780 VED12 465hp / Freedomline transmission singled mid position / Bed by Larry Herrin2018 customed Mobile Suites 40KSSB3 2014 smart Fortwo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHIEFWAHO Posted April 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 So we'll see you in Hutch this year?? I am sure thinking about it. Only 3 hours or so from home. Would be cool to see the other rigs out there. 1999 Volvo VNL610, Cummins M11 - 350/400 HP, 10 speed Rockwell - 'CHIEF' Custom flatbed with TrailerSaver air hitch. 3 cyl 8000 watt Kubota diesel generator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Chief, based on your other posting, we are probably only a little more than an hour from you up in Hillsdale Lake State Park, just south of Olathe, Gardner, Spring Hill. Take that new pup for some exercise and come visit. It would be a mini-mini-rally. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewhoknowslittle Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Chief, based on your other posting, we are probably only a little more than an hour from you up in Hillsdale Lake State Park, just south of Olathe, Gardner, Spring Hill. Take that new pup for some exercise and come visit. It would be a mini-mini-rally.Wow,I'm in Wichita and u never invite me?. Maybe after meeting me at Hutch with mt LGT you know better? Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Wow, I'm in Wichita and u never invite me. Maybe after meeting me at Hutch with mt LGT you know better Roger Maybe your not invited because you lose too much at Bingo....LOL Welcome to another 610 owner. We have a '98 with a M11 and the Rockwell 10 sp. Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewhoknowslittle Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 I get all my new parts from Truck Parts in Wichita if not Volvo specific. Then Summit truck. They have a Summit in Joplin as well. And I suck at bingo, but that didn't stop a great time And I have a 99 610 with the M-11 as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Wow, I'm in Wichita and u never invite me. Maybe after meeting me at Hutch with mt LGT you know better Roger Everyone is always invited, and this park is pretty empty at the moment. Fills up a little on the weekends, but the cooler temps are keeping most of them away. I love LGTs. The ministry has 3 of them now, but the big boy gets to go on the road. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Where in SE Kansas are you? I'll be in Chanute and Cherryvale area in of May. 2011 Volvo VNL 730 2015 Mobile Suites Dallas - Kansas RV Center 2017 Smart 2014 Smart...Looking for another HDT ride 2007 Freightliner FL60 Sportchassis 2008 Raptor Toy Hauler 2007 Dodge 3500 Dully 6.7 Cummins 2009 Heartland Big Country Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldFlySwatter Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Welcome Chief, I also own a 99 model 610. As a matter of fact, mine is the same model, same color, same engine, same transmission. Heck, we could be brothers from different mothers... I don't know. You'll love it... so much safer. You may want to check your "engine fuel solenoid", and your "engine crankshaft position sensor". Since I've owned my truck, I've had a chance meeting with two different "Road Service" mechanics. I asked both about what they see most often break down the Cummins M11. They both said basically the same thing.... first...is clogged fuel filters, second...old fuel shutoff solenoid, third... engine crankshaft position sensor. These parts cost roughly $50 apiece and are do-it-yourself replaceable. They recommended changing them both every five years whether they "need it or not". They said this also was the same for the N14's. You may want to check yours to see if they've ever been changed. Enjoy your new truck and remember there's "good ol'boys and gals" on here that's forgot more about our old trucks than I'll ever know. Some are like me, if they don't know the answer to a question... they'll make one up for you! Just kidding. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Having owned an ISM (a newer version of the M11) I totally agree with Ed - OldFlySwatter. I'd preemptively replace those components at some point when you get to it. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHIEFWAHO Posted April 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Where in SE Kansas are you? I'll be in Chanute and Cherryvale area in of May. I live in Thayer, it is on Hwy 169 about halfway between Chanute & Cherryvale. I work in Chanute. What will you be doing in my area? 1999 Volvo VNL610, Cummins M11 - 350/400 HP, 10 speed Rockwell - 'CHIEF' Custom flatbed with TrailerSaver air hitch. 3 cyl 8000 watt Kubota diesel generator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHIEFWAHO Posted April 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Welcome Chief, I also own a 99 model 610. As a matter of fact, mine is the same model, same color, same engine, same transmission. Heck, we could be brothers from different mothers... I don't know. You'll love it... so much safer. You may want to check your "engine fuel solenoid", and your "engine crankshaft position sensor". Since I've owned my truck, I've had a chance meeting with two different "Road Service" mechanics. I asked both about what they see most often break down the Cummins M11. They both said basically the same thing.... first...is clogged fuel filters, second...old fuel shutoff solenoid, third... engine crankshaft position sensor. These parts cost roughly $50 apiece and are do-it-yourself replaceable. They recommended changing them both every five years whether they "need it or not". They said this also was the same for the N14's. You may want to check yours to see if they've ever been changed. Having owned an ISM (a newer version of the M11) I totally agree with Ed - OldFlySwatter. I'd preemptively replace those components at some point when you get to it. Thanks for the heads up on those items. At the least, I will get them on hand and get familiar with the process of changing them out in case they do go south. 1999 Volvo VNL610, Cummins M11 - 350/400 HP, 10 speed Rockwell - 'CHIEF' Custom flatbed with TrailerSaver air hitch. 3 cyl 8000 watt Kubota diesel generator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Small world Chiefwaho, we are from the area and still have family and farming land there. Will be picking up a Fifth Wheel at Kansas RV Ctr. 2011 Volvo VNL 730 2015 Mobile Suites Dallas - Kansas RV Center 2017 Smart 2014 Smart...Looking for another HDT ride 2007 Freightliner FL60 Sportchassis 2008 Raptor Toy Hauler 2007 Dodge 3500 Dully 6.7 Cummins 2009 Heartland Big Country Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Are you going to leave hitch in the forward position? I do believe that is the only one I have seen not behind axle 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHIEFWAHO Posted April 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Are you going to leave hitch in the forward position? I do believe that is the only one I have seen not behind axle Here is picture of a previous owners setup. I think the picture above showing the hitch has a bad angle. Center of hitch is behind axle. With the current configuration the hitch can not be moved back because there is a generator mounted behind the hitch. 1999 Volvo VNL610, Cummins M11 - 350/400 HP, 10 speed Rockwell - 'CHIEF' Custom flatbed with TrailerSaver air hitch. 3 cyl 8000 watt Kubota diesel generator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunJuniper Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 welcome to the 610 club. i also have a 610... 1998 with a Detroit Series 60.. enjoy the ride.... Fulltimer Class of 2007 1998 Volvo VNL64T610 Detroit Series 60 12.7 470HP/1650TQ Eaton 18spd 228"WB Tandem2006 40' ToyHauler 3 slides and a 14' Toybox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Heiser Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Congratulations on the purchase. Enjoy! 2000 Kenworth T2000 w/ Cummins N14 and autoshift 2017 DRV Mobile Suite 40KSSB4 with factory mods, dealer mods and personal mods - now in the RV graveyard 2022 DRV Full House MX450 with customized floor plan 2018 Polaris RZR Turbo S (fits in the garage) 2016 Smart Car (fits in the garage or gets flat towed behind the DRV when the RZR is in the garage)My First Solar Install ThreadMy Second Solar Install Thread & Photos and Documents Related to the buildMy MX450's solar, battery and inverter system - my biggest system yet! chadheiser.com West Coast HDT Rally Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSeas Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 it's always nice to see another "red" Volvo.........Have fun making it "yours"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the sailor Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Welcome ! We also have a 610 and love it, have had very few problems in the two years we have had it. Crossed the US twice and to Alaska, never drove a HDT until we purchased this one. Am loving it and have no plans of going back to pickup.... the sailor & his Lady 1998 Volvo 610 "Big Red" 2006 Newmar Kountry Aire "Mother Goose" 2013 Smart Car "Lil' Red" " If you aren't living on the edge, you are just taking up space " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHIEFWAHO Posted May 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2015 Maiden voyage hauling a couple of our Scramblers. The off-road park was only an hour but it was a fun drive. 1999 Volvo VNL610, Cummins M11 - 350/400 HP, 10 speed Rockwell - 'CHIEF' Custom flatbed with TrailerSaver air hitch. 3 cyl 8000 watt Kubota diesel generator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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