13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 I am a mix of nervous and excited. I have to fly to St Louis and drive it back to Vancouver WA by myself as the DW has to work and take care of the pooch in the avatar. 2013 630 D13 i-shift most all options including both air seats, E/P button and power windows. Here is the kicker....228K miles It has all 8 aluminum rear wheels with virgin rubber with 75% steers. $59,500 The WB is 240" or about 2' longer than a typical OTR rig so I am going to single short and will still have about a typical 217" WB. It should still ride well but will be the same overall length as my Ram 3500 crew long bed at 21.6. I am not wanting a hauler bed and am most likely building a Spacecraft Semi trailer so I will use the commercial 5th wheel. I have a guy near me in OR who can single it, move the 5th wheel forward and any other necessary adjustments for around 4K. The 4 alum wheels and new tires should get me a few bucks to help with that cost. Questions, comments or concerns? http:// Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasFlyer Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Very nice, congratulations!!! I grew up in Hockinson. 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...
13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Very nice, congratulations!!! I grew up in Hockinson. Thank you! We are on the west side of the 5 in Felida by Salmon Creek so pretty darn close Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Don't be in a rush to single. Talk to the trailer builder first. Way more options for the trailer, that way. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
castlewood57 Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Agree with D&A about this- wait, once that real estate is gone for the deck you don't just get it back. We just started the hunt here, congratulations on the find! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeverEasy Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Beautiful! My only concern would be getting it home if I did not have a CDL. Chet & Deb '01 Volvo 660 w/ Smart '19 Forest River Columbus 320RS 5th wheel 2022 Chev 2500HD Long Bed Retired CWO4, USN and federal service Electronics Tech/Network Engineer/Welder/Machinist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSeas Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Front axel rating? No side fairings? Small tanks. DPF status? Headlight lens condition ? IShift programmed for E/P operation? Dyno? VIs? What are your plans for a brake controller? If it is a Volvo dealer you might want to have them do an ECM dump. Have them also remove or reprogram safety shut downs. Make sure it can do a parked Regen. Check all the diagnostics for any active/ inactive fault codes. Check for oil leaking from injector harness above ECM. How about complete fluid change. Temporary plates and registration to drive it home. Insurance. Some things to check during your PDI. If you are still planning on a Spacecraft Semi-trailer you might want to check on pin weights. I understand they can go past 10k in a hurry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPL Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 13speed You'll have to change your name! Congratulations. It's a real beauty. How big of a 5er are you planning on hauling? 2 months ago I had a experience and I feel like my Trailer Saver was a trailer saver. PM me and I'll explain. Best of luck with that almost new Big One. NeverEasy Are you in town? How about dinner? Call me 646-1686. Pat The Old Sailor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jim & Wilma Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 BIG congrats! Jim & Wilma 2006 Travel Supreme 36RLQSO 2009 Volvo VNL730, D13, I-shift, ET, Herrin Hauler bed, "Ruby" 2017 Smart Class of 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclord2002 Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Very nice rig. I agree with some of the others on not being in a rush to single. You could exceed the 19k single axle rating if you have a bed and heavy pin weight on a custom fiver. Depending on how far rearward your hitch mounts, you not only add the pin weight but also the weight that is unloaded from the front axle. I was surprised at how much weight my 19k fiver transferred from the front to the rear axle. Just food for thought. Enjoy that new baby. Be safe, Charlie Don't ever tell a soldier that he doesn't understand the cost of war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 On the rear axle rating and overload issues..... I have a 7K pin weight and carry a smart and a BUNCH of heavy tools in my singled 780. My trailer overall weight is 28,300. I'm about 800 lbs over on my axle, which is not a real issue. A Spacecraft will probably be a little heavier assuming it is my length (45) or a little shorter. Plan on 8K pin weight minimum on a Spacecraft semi. Marsha and Wyatt are pretty good at getting an accurate estimate...but remember, it is an ESTIMATE. It will vary some. Do not single until you are pretty sure what you are doing. 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...
13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Don't be in a rush to single. Talk to the trailer builder first. Way more options for the trailer, that way. I wont be in a hurry as the trailer will not be ready for quite a while unfortunately. Of what options do you speak? Agree with D&A about this- wait, once that real estate is gone for the deck you don't just get it back. We just started the hunt here, congratulations on the find! Not sure what brand you are looking for but I will tell you that clean i-shift Volvos go fast! I had 2 other truck slip away by me hem hawing around. When you find the right one, jump on it! Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Beautiful! My only concern would be getting it home if I did not have a CDL. Thank you! I am a truck driver with a class A so I am good there. 13speed You'll have to change your name! Congratulations. It's a real beauty. How big of a 5er are you planning on hauling? 2 months ago I had a experience and I feel like my Trailer Saver was a trailer saver. PM me and I'll explain. Best of luck with that almost new Big One. NeverEasy Are you in town? How about dinner? Call me 646-1686. Pat The Old Sailor I know right, so am I now 12 speed? Thanks! I was on the fence between Forks and Spacecraft but if Marsha and I can get it designed I am looking to go with Spacecraft's Semi trailer design. They have storage underneath like a motorhome, only one small step front to back and no real weight restrictions because they use big rig tires/wheels and suspension. The king pin is mounted underneath just like a semi trailer with no RV style pin box. It will be 46'-46'5" and at least 30K loaded. Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdonlybob Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Very nice choice ! But beware, your wife will not recognize you when you get back as you will have that full face grin on your face for days !! 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...
13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 MrSeas, Front axel rating? I do need to ask but I am assuming 12,500 No side fairings? It has side fairings??? Small tanks. It has a 100+ on the passenger side. 150 total is more than enough for me. DPF status? They had it checked and will provide paperwork when I get there. Headlight lens condition ? They look pretty good in the other pic's IShift programmed for E/P operation? Yes. Dyno? No but as with everything else it only has 228K on it so I am not to worried. VIs? ??? What are your plans for a brake controller? The trailer will be set up with air disc brakes. If it is a Volvo dealer you might want to have them do an ECM dump. Have them also remove or reprogram safety shut downs. It is not but I will be having Volvo to some computer tweaking. Make sure it can do a parked Regen. Ok. Check all the diagnostics for any active/ inactive fault codes. OK. .Check for oil leaking from injector harness above ECM. Ok. How about complete fluid change. Done. Temporary plates and registration to drive it home. They will provide a 10 day temp tag. Insurance. I have a commercial policy ready to go. Some things to check during your PDI. If you are still planning on a Spacecraft Semi-trailer you might want to check on pin weights. I understand they can go past 10k in a hurry. Marsha was thinking around 9K or so. which is a big reason to keep the commercial 5th wheel. Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Like it Thanks! BIG congrats! Thank you! Very nice rig. I agree with some of the others on not being in a rush to single. You could exceed the 19k single axle rating if you have a bed and heavy pin weight on a custom fiver. Depending on how far rearward your hitch mounts, you not only add the pin weight but also the weight that is unloaded from the front axle. I was surprised at how much weight my 19k fiver transferred from the front to the rear axle. Just food for thought. Enjoy that new baby. Be safe, Charlie Thanks, I am not doing a bed or smart car so that will not be a factor. The hitch will be just forward of the axle. The great thing is that it is a slider so I can easily make adjustments from there Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoDirectionHome Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 You will be at about 10K pin weight. I wouldn't do anything until your trailer design is finalized. "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...
13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 You will be at about 10K pin weight. I wouldn't do anything until your trailer design is finalized. I am going to stop in at Spacecraft on the way back home. Marsha and I are going to spend a afternoon next week gettin er done Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13speed Posted September 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Holy "ishit"...I just bought a Volvo (""is a little funny from another thread) I will post up a few more pic's this afternoon for anyone that is interested. Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 Congrats, welcome to the Dark side 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RichardS-VA Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 looks amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13speed Posted September 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2016 Congrats, welcome to the Dark side Thank you! looks amazing! Thanks! Chris, Tracey, Aria & Lola 2018 Volvo VNR 400, D13 I-Shift 2018 NH 48' Majestic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted September 8, 2016 Report Share Posted September 8, 2016 You asked about options to discuss with trailer builder. 1. Axle placement. This will affect pin weight. Also affects trailer handling/maneuvering characteristics. 2. Depth of overhang. This will be tied to hitch location on the truck. 3. Every other possible change. It's a custom. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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