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  1. ChestonScout

    ANOTHER VOLVO.......yes.....another ugly semi truck crawler hauler thread

    Removed some more parts today in prep for the flat bed build. Started by carefully removing the stacks. I was thinking i could possibly reuse the mufflers if I run the exhaust under the frame. Well....surprise surprise This is the bracket that held the stack mounts in place. It will get...
  2. ChestonScout

    ANOTHER VOLVO.......yes.....another ugly semi truck crawler hauler thread

    That was the plan. Remove the Y and run it down. It would be cool to have it come out the side of the passenger bottom fairing, but that leaves no room for a muffler. The muffler i put on the the old 86 were 6" diameter and about 20" long. I could get one of those in but its just a...
  3. ChestonScout

    ANOTHER VOLVO.......yes.....another ugly semi truck crawler hauler thread

    Thanks guys! Ya if it had a shower and a pooper the camper would not be needed. It will be awesome for overnighters and such though As for making it loud and annoying.....i am a little concerned about it. The 2 mufflers on the stacks are massive. Like 4' long. Im not sure what i am...
  4. ChestonScout

    ANOTHER VOLVO.......yes.....another ugly semi truck crawler hauler thread

    It does! I will be building a fender into the bed to take full advantage of it as well
  5. ChestonScout

    ANOTHER VOLVO.......yes.....another ugly semi truck crawler hauler thread

    I was gonna guess 14-15k. Maybe ill go weigh it before i get started
  6. ChestonScout

    ANOTHER VOLVO.......yes.....another ugly semi truck crawler hauler thread

    Just under 1700 rpm at 75 My camper is way heavier than most. As well as the Scout. The rig, bed and, loaded camper is probably gonna be about 22k. I cant wait to see what the truck will do with it
  7. ChestonScout

    ANOTHER VOLVO.......yes.....another ugly semi truck crawler hauler thread

    Here it is! The long awaited, much anticipated, highly over rated build thread for my new semi!! I have been considering buying a newer, more powerful truck for a couple years but the old one did get the job done. I was not shopping. Then this one kind of fell in my lap for a price I...
  8. ChestonScout

    1986 volvo semi truck/crawler hauler

    Snapped a couple pics tonight. Just as well start a build thread right?? Hehehe Not much to document yet but no sense in posting pics of it in 2 spots Not to mention i get scared when Greg starts swinging the BAN hammer!
  9. ChestonScout

    1986 volvo semi truck/crawler hauler

    New truck is home. I need to get some pics Its a 99 volvo vn610. 60 series detroit. 430 hp. 10 speed I have started stripping it in prep to build a flatbed but thats about it
  10. ChestonScout

    Anyone know a good carpenter for shelving?

    Glad you guys are happy! I think it turned out awesome.
  11. ChestonScout

    1986 volvo semi truck/crawler hauler

    Lol. Honestly it wont be much different. I pick it up next friday
  12. ChestonScout

    02 f-250 Dana 60 and Sterling 10.5

    Any idea on miles? How are the ball joints? Were they setup under a wheeler? My 03 needs ball joints and 4:10s would be nice
  13. ChestonScout

    Anyone know a good carpenter for shelving?

    Shoot me a text with a couple pics of what you have and what you are wanting and we can go from there Eight O One 549 Eight, six 1 , zero
  14. ChestonScout

    Other Region High Desert Top Truck October 21-22

    There is a open spot due to a drop out today If anyone is interested
  15. ChestonScout

    time to build the chummins

    Did you send pics to leroy yet?
  16. ChestonScout

    1986 volvo semi truck/crawler hauler

    Wow! That may actually be worth looking into
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