Brad & Jacolyn Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 That is a beautiful truck Pa. Now what are you going to name it. For some reason 'Tweety' jumped right to mind. Brad Brad and Jacolyn Tucker the Wonder dog and Brynn the Norfolk Terrier 2009 Smart "Joy" 2004 VNL630 "Vonda the Volvo" 2008 Hitch Hiker 35 CK Champagne Edition VED12 465 HP, Freedomline, 3.73 ratio, WB 218" Fulltiming and loving it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSD_Tweaker Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 Pa, I send my congratulations as well, nicely done! Rick 1998 VOLVO 610 VED-12 @ 425 HP with 13 speed, 22.5" rubber, TC Equipped, single 3.70 drive axle, 193'' WB. REESE, 30K 4 way rocker-hitch, Jordan Ultima 2020. Under-frame mounted Honda 3000 ei, Towing a DRV MobileSuites- 36TK3 with TrailAir Pin Box, a Yamaha Road Star 1700 on deck. http://diesel-gypsy.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaHunter Posted April 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 10 hours ago, Brad & Jacolyn said: That is a beautiful truck Pa. Now what are you going to name it. For some reason 'Tweety' jumped right to mind. Brad Well.....there has been some debate as to the name for the truck. The wife did not like my first choice, so we will see. Bumblebee, tweety,...not sure yet. Chris . Sandpiper 379 FLOK, Volvo 2012 730. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblr Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 How about Yellow Bird like the song???? 2017 River Stone Legacy 38MB 2001 T2000 Kenworth 2009 Smart Passion ET Junior hitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve from SoCal Posted April 14, 2018 Report Share Posted April 14, 2018 Well, Anybody with a Mustang in their avatar may want to consider ole yeller Steve 2005 Peterbilt 387-112 Baby Cat 9 speed U-shift 1996/2016 remod Teton Royal Atlanta 1996 Kentucky 48 single drop stacker garage project Pulls like a train, sounds like a plane....faster than a Cheetah sniffin cocaine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Posted April 15, 2018 Report Share Posted April 15, 2018 There are Two 2011 Volvo 730 already converted with Smart Car beds on them for sale at Kansas RV Ctr. These are consignment units so I would think there is room for negotiations. 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...
Brad & Jacolyn Posted April 15, 2018 Report Share Posted April 15, 2018 I'm not 100% sure but I THINK they are Greg Shields trucks. At least there was one of his there the last time I went to pick up parts. Brad Brad and Jacolyn Tucker the Wonder dog and Brynn the Norfolk Terrier 2009 Smart "Joy" 2004 VNL630 "Vonda the Volvo" 2008 Hitch Hiker 35 CK Champagne Edition VED12 465 HP, Freedomline, 3.73 ratio, WB 218" Fulltiming and loving it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted April 15, 2018 Report Share Posted April 15, 2018 It looks like one is Greg's and one is RVH's. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaHunter Posted April 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2018 10 hours ago, Drift said: There are Two 2011 Volvo 730 already converted with Smart Car beds on them for sale at Kansas RV Ctr. These are consignment units so I would think there is room for negotiations. Sure, for negotiations, but I don't believe they will come down 95k from their price. Chris . Sandpiper 379 FLOK, Volvo 2012 730. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaHunter Posted April 24, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2018 So today the Jackalopee arrived, time to start wiring it up. Oops, need to pick up the truck first. Chris . Sandpiper 379 FLOK, Volvo 2012 730. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted April 24, 2018 Report Share Posted April 24, 2018 On 4/15/2018 at 12:07 PM, HERO Maker said: It looks like one is Greg's and one is RVH's. Nope, both were built by RV Haulers Canada. 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...
HERO Maker Posted April 25, 2018 Report Share Posted April 25, 2018 21 hours ago, Jack Mayer said: Nope, both were built by RV Haulers Canada. Cool. That's why they both look GREAT! Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaHunter Posted April 29, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 So we picked up our HDT. Now to get it set up with the hitch and wired for trailer and brake controller. The trip out was uneventful, the return trip in our new HDT, not so much. Left the dealer, and hit a rest area, maybe 100 miles from the dealer, parked used the restroom, walked the dog. We returned to the truck and it would not start, the dash would light up, but nothing from the starter. Called dealer, he said not sure. Called for roadside assistance they came out hit it with a starter button, fired right up. Took it to their shop, and one wire on the alternator was just inserted with a few strands of wire. They put a ring on the end of the wire, reconnected and it is starting again. Although a few times on the way home, it did seem to lag starting, maybe losing prime ? Will fire it up today and see how it goes. rest of the trip was ok, just worn out, about 2100 miles in 63 hours. Today will consist of cleaning the cab up a bit, removing some bugs, etc. Chris . Sandpiper 379 FLOK, Volvo 2012 730. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COFLTravler Posted April 29, 2018 Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 Nice! Looks great... 2014 HDT Volvo 780 "Baby Bird"2016 Smart Car "Baby Bird Turd" - on the back2020 Momentum 376THSWe're both proud USAF Retirees... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewhoknowslittle Posted April 29, 2018 Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 12 minutes ago, PaHunter said: So we picked up our HDT. Now to get it set up with the hitch and wired for trailer and brake controller. The trip out was uneventful, the return trip in our new HDT, not so much. Left the dealer, and hit a rest area, maybe 100 miles from the dealer, parked used the restroom, walked the dog. We returned to the truck and it would not start, the dash would light up, but nothing from the starter. Called dealer, he said not sure. Called for roadside assistance they came out hit it with a starter button, fired right up. Took it to their shop, and one wire on the alternator was just inserted with a few strands of wire. They put a ring on the end of the wire, reconnected and it is starting again. Although a few times on the way home, it did seem to lag starting, maybe losing prime ? Will fire it up today and see how it goes. rest of the trip was ok, just worn out, about 2100 miles in 63 hours. Today will consist of cleaning the cab up a bit, removing some bugs, etc. Welcome to my world, or better known at the new to me truck world. I would get a road side assistance plan, I have Good Sam, but there are many others. Sorry to here about your troubles, I would have the batteries checked, if indeed it was undercharging they may be bad, I'm going to check mine before the bed build. Nothing worse than a great looking truck that would not crank😃, or build air😭. I for one always leave my truck running at the rest stops, keeps the cab cool or warm for the dogs, and no worries about starting, just carry a couple of spare keys, Karen and I have one incase the one of us looses or leaves there's in the truck. Glad you made it home and hope to see this great rig at the national rally this fall. Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaHunter Posted April 29, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 Roger, Wish we could make the National Rally, but not in this years plans. We will be making it back next spring for ECR. I plan on checking the batteries, and a few other items. And we have Good Sam roadside assistance, we had talked and the dealer is going to reimburse us for the roadside call. Which was very nice of him. Chris . Sandpiper 379 FLOK, Volvo 2012 730. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewhoknowslittle Posted April 29, 2018 Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 33 minutes ago, PaHunter said: Roger, Wish we could make the National Rally, but not in this years plans. We will be making it back next spring for ECR. I plan on checking the batteries, and a few other items. And we have Good Sam roadside assistance, we had talked and the dealer is going to reimburse us for the roadside call. Which was very nice of him. That's good to hear that your dealer is going to help you with this, mine is standing behind the sale, way behind the sale, as no help, they stated it's sold as is where is, but mine didn't break down on the way home from the dealer, just on the way home from the ECR, but you can bet that that large drom box will have a few spare parts in it before the next long trip, including my Snapon tool box. Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sculptor Posted April 29, 2018 Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 39 minutes ago, PaHunter said: Roger, Wish we could make the National Rally, but not in this years plans. We will be making it back next spring for ECR. I plan on checking the batteries, and a few other items. And we have Good Sam roadside assistance, we had talked and the dealer is going to reimburse us for the roadside call. Which was very nice of him. When we bought ours we drove like you did but many of those miles I was being followed by the DW in our car. We were fortunate no roadside problems though. CONGRATS!! It's a big deal for those of us with not so much HDT experience. Sorry to hear of the troubles. Did you use Good Sam? A quick search and a quick read, looks like mixed reviews between Good Sam and Coach-Net. http://www.hhrvresource.com/search/node/roadside assistance 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...
alan0043 Posted April 29, 2018 Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 22 minutes ago, Hewhoknowslittle said: That's good to hear that your dealer is going to help you with this, mine is standing behind the sale, way behind the sale, as no help, they stated it's sold as is where is, but mine didn't break down on the way home from the dealer, just on the way home from the ECR, but you can bet that that large drom box will have a few spare parts in it before the next long trip, including my Snapon tool box. Roger Hi Roger, P/M sent. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaHunter Posted April 29, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2018 5 hours ago, Sculptor said: When we bought ours we drove like you did but many of those miles I was being followed by the DW in our car. We were fortunate no roadside problems though. CONGRATS!! It's a big deal for those of us with not so much HDT experience. Sorry to hear of the troubles. Did you use Good Sam? A quick search and a quick read, looks like mixed reviews between Good Sam and Coach-Net. http://www.hhrvresource.com/search/node/roadside assistance We did not use Good Sam this time, we contacted a local shop and they helped us out. Chris . Sandpiper 379 FLOK, Volvo 2012 730. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Av8r3400 Posted April 30, 2018 Report Share Posted April 30, 2018 Congratulations, Chris! She looks real good! I love that front bumper! We chose to go with Coach-Net for roadside. They and Good Sam both have pluses and minuses. Check with each in the areas where you will be traveling most to see who will tow an HDT and who will not. We found Coach Net to have better coverage for us. YMMV. 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...
PaHunter Posted April 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2018 4 hours ago, Av8r3400 said: Congratulations, Chris! She looks real good! I love that front bumper! We chose to go with Coach-Net for roadside. They and Good Sam both have pluses and minuses. Check with each in the areas where you will be traveling most to see who will tow an HDT and who will not. We found Coach Net to have better coverage for us. YMMV. Thank you. We currently have Good Sam, but will check out Coach Net also. Have Directlink on order, as well all the stuff to do the Jackalopee. Then we need to get the hitch mounted, ugh. So much to do, but we will get it done. Chris . Sandpiper 379 FLOK, Volvo 2012 730. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted May 1, 2018 Report Share Posted May 1, 2018 6 hours ago, Av8r3400 said: Congratulations, Chris! She looks real good! I love that front bumper! We chose to go with Coach-Net for roadside. They and Good Sam both have pluses and minuses. Check with each in the areas where you will be traveling most to see who will tow an HDT and who will not. We found Coach Net to have better coverage for us. YMMV. Really like your truck. I am an odd ball I assume. I don't like the goose bumpers. 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...
Hewhoknowslittle Posted May 1, 2018 Report Share Posted May 1, 2018 10 hours ago, GlennWest said: Really like your truck. I am an odd ball I assume. I don't like the goose bumpers. Well, I am wondering what the difference is in a Moose bumper and a goose bumper? I'm not sure which one I have on my truck. Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted May 1, 2018 Report Share Posted May 1, 2018 46 minutes ago, Hewhoknowslittle said: Well, I am wondering what the difference is in a Moose bumper and a goose bumper? I'm not sure which one I have on my truck. Roger Height above the ground. 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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