What forum is best for converted tractor-trailers?

An answer for the OP's original question: Go to the Escapees forum. They have a HDT section and many experts there to answer your questions.
Catfish

KenworthJon wrote:

dblr wrote:
After working at UPS for the last 37 years( retired) UPS brown would be my last color choice, but if that's what you like go for it. Do you work there? And if so you should know the reason why that color was chosen.

It is bold and looks nice in a wooded area for camping. It might look more aesthetic in a nice RV park too: more wood-like. No, I never worked for UPS. Brown is also dark and looks commanding on the freeway.

Yes it is bold, the true reason was the founder of UPS saw the trains come into the station with that color( then called Pullman brown) and the cars never looked real dirty, so that's a reason that color was chosen.
As far as your original question also check out the Escapees Forum and look under HDT you will find plenty of info there also some on IRV2 Forums under HDT Conversions, Good Luck on your project.

Veebyes wrote:
Whatever floats your boat, go for it. It will bring lots of admiring smiles but only pennys on the dollar when the time comes to sell. That day WILL come. I like different too. I have a very rare 5er.

That lOA is going to severly limit CG site options never mind CG owners saying no to the noisy truck. An old rattly diesel is not music to everyones ears. It is sort of like restoring an old classic cruising boat. We sure do appreciate what went into it, the work & expense it takes to keep it, love the looks, but no thanks to owning it.

I am sure she will be welcome to camp at truck stops and some RV parks.

This rig is only a dream for now. The truck's engine is not going to run all the time at camp. That is what electrical hookups and/or portable power generators are for.

Pennys on the dollar at resale. You all make an RV sound like an investment.

And yes, I DO fancy something different and fun for a change.

I just would not like to drive trucks for a living.

The dream will not match the reality

Whatever floats your boat, go for it. It will bring lots of admiring smiles but only pennys on the dollar when the time comes to sell. That day WILL come. I like different too. I have a very rare 5er.

That lOA is going to severly limit CG site options never mind CG owners saying no to the noisy truck. An old rattly diesel is not music to everyones ears. It is sort of like restoring an old classic cruising boat. We sure do appreciate what went into it, the work & expense it takes to keep it, love the looks, but no thanks to owning it.

dblr wrote:
After working at UPS for the last 37 years( retired) UPS brown would be my last color choice, but if that's what you like go for it. Do you work there? And if so you should know the reason why that color was chosen.

Well what about Red White & Blue, like the USPS trucks?

Gemstone wrote:
"Modern volvos are not charming.

Modern upgrades can be made to older tractors like a/c, defogging and cab heat. Not to mention nice air suspension seats and power steering.

The tractor will still have its antique-ey charm on the exterior. My tractor would be painted solid UPS brown with my own door sign.

Manual transmissions, gear splitting and double-clutching old-school style is a barrel of fun. Then there is that lope of the blown Cummins 262 with straight single stack.

The converted trailer should be quite light as compared with a loaded freight trailer so the tractor would be getting easy-chair duty.

For a converted semi-trailer, I can use what model is best for comfortable living on the road, camping/hunting gear stowage, large pet dogs and carrying along a small vehicle inside. I need my trailer climate-controlled even while underway as live animals (pets) will be loaded.

The fuel costs on running a rig like this should be nightmarish if the big, dark brown antique truck isn't scary looking enough.

Oh, and my CB handle will be "Kenny Brown"."

I'd only consider something like this if I had unlimited expendable income, 'cause there sure wouldn't be a resale market.

Regards
Gemstone

No resale market for the tractor or trailer?

What should the whole damn thing cost with all the custom work?

$250 K??

53' ya pretty well 'burnt' money.There are some out there ,never seen one that long in a campground more like work camps,mobile office or traveling carnivals

I've seen several conversions over the years. One tractor towing a fiver had a ramp up the back complete with a car over the cab!

Keep us updated on the project.

dblr wrote:
After working at UPS for the last 37 years( retired) UPS brown would be my last color choice, but if that's what you like go for it. Do you work there? And if so you should know the reason why that color was chosen.

It is bold and looks nice in a wooded area for camping. It might look more aesthetic in a nice RV park too: more wood-like. No, I never worked for UPS. Brown is also dark and looks commanding on the freeway.