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Ok, I think I finally have got this under control.... Here is the file I wanted to post..
As you can see the canopy follows the winsheild angle to give less wind resistance.
Thats weird Wolf, my browser goes directly to the pic when I click the link. There are more pics and info on the build thread that I posted on the previous page. Perhaps I am doing something wrong when I post the pics. Anyone who has hints, now is the time to chime in...:?
Looks good Mobile with the camo paint. Just remember that you can alway build something like this.....
To keep your wind resistance to a minimum......:beer:
Nice work on that camper, MobileAuto. I built a camper for my old 78 Chev pick-up which is heavy on the bottom and light on top. It has aluminum covered sides to keep the weight down and make it maintenance free. Here is the link to the build.
Building your own canopy/camper. - Expedition Portal...
Thank you for the pics you posted 11echo. The first pic with the Deuce loading roof trusses on a log house is exactly the application that I will be preforming. It gives me some inspiration for the truck that I will eventually buy. The problem that I am facing is getting the truck to Canada...
The truck will be staying in Canada as I need it to do carpentry work on my property in B.C. With the price of about $2 a liter for fuel in Denmark, I do not think a Deuce will be the most practical vehicle. Does anyone have some links to companies in the North Western USA that export military...
Thanks for the info Gary. I guess I need to find out just how difficult that export licence is to get and how long the paperwork takes. That sounds like fun.:lol:
Thanks for the info guys. Quick question to 91W350, why would the Cummins without a turbo be the best bet? Are turbo vehicles abused? Just curious. Also, do the 5 tons have air brakes or are they air assist like the 2.5 tons? Lots of questions and I hope everyone can bear with me....:idea:
I was wondering if anyone has ever exported a Deuce to Canada? Tell me about your experiences, both good and bad. I really would like to know how difficult it is. Cheers to all the helpfull people on this site!:idea: