Thread: New Race Hauler

Niiice...

We can get them cheap here (old bread trucks with the Cummins) so I've thought about it. They seem perfect for the task...

Any ideas for paint schemes or decals? I was thinking maybe "FBI" or "SWAT" or maybe ice cream or milk. Or skull and crossbones... help me out.

I always thought I'd put something like "Ed's Septic Tank Service" on the side...no one would ever rob you...

*Edit... yours should probably say "Toilet Repair"...

I was at the local scumbag convention (auto auction) the other day and they ran 8 or 9 of these through... for what they were letting them go for I couldn't not buy one. It's a bit burnt out but I have to think they maintain these things pretty well to get 10+ years out of them.

Originally Posted by phobiaphobe

It's a bit burnt out but I have to think they maintain these things pretty well to get 10+ years out of them.

If it's anything like here, they get really good maintenance (seriously) well scheduled and pretty comprehensive...I'm always shocked at how many miles they stack up...

Just realized you got the folding shelves...that is the berries...

Does it have a built-in ramp, or do you have to sort that?

Originally Posted by Baketech

Niiice...

We can get them cheap here (old bread trucks with the Cummins) so I've thought about it. They seem perfect for the task...


I always thought I'd put something like "Ed's Septic Tank Service" on the side...no one would ever rob you...

*Edit... yours should probably say "Toilet Repair"...

Maybe I'll do "Toilet Recycling" on one side and "FBI" on the other.

Originally Posted by Baketech

Does it have a built-in ramp, or do you have to sort that?

No ramp, but a pretty low deck height to use my truck ramps.

Originally Posted by phobiaphobe

No ramp, but a pretty low deck height to use my truck ramps.

Looks nice and low...can you do a false floor between the tubs, so the ramps stow underneath?

I always thought the phony window treatment with schoolkids against the glass screaming like they were trying to get out was a good choice.

One of the Grattan local hotshoes during the mid 90s used to arrive in a Dodge 1 ton window van with "Grand Rapids Gospel Church Bus" painted on the side. Worked for him . . .

Originally Posted by Baketech

Looks nice and low...can you do a false floor between the tubs, so the ramps stow underneath?

Thought about that, but that will bring it up pretty high and make loading a hell of a chore. I can just throw the ramps on the shelf.

Very cool. I'd like to hear how it works out and "total cost" estimate. One of those has intriqued me a little.

As for themes, I like the "Rothschild's Sewage and Septic Sucking Services" idea. Then get you some of those sigh boots.

I defintely wouldn't put anything that would hint a cool bike is in there.

Originally Posted by Shenders1

Very nice - With that frontal area and the stonkin' 4.3L you won't need to worry much about speeding.

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She gets up to 50mph in decent time but anything beyond that is a bit of a struggle.

Originally Posted by abtech

I always thought the phony window treatment with schoolkids against the glass screaming like they were trying to get out was a good choice.

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I could do a "short bus" motif

Originally Posted by DonB

Very cool.

Maybe also add a fridge and folding bunk for track camping.

And an awning.

Originally Posted by Purpdust

"Mobile Methadon Clinic" but then you could never take it to Edmonton

REp.

Originally Posted by gt702

Very cool. I'd like to hear how it works out and "total cost" estimate. One of those has intriqued me a little.

As for themes, I like the "Rothschild's Sewage and Septic Sucking Services" idea. Then get you some of those sigh boots.

I defintely wouldn't put anything that would hint a cool bike is in there.

I've got it booked in for a safety so I'll know the "real" cost soon.

Definitely don't want to make it a target for thieves.

Maybe "Chester's Erotic Cakes" edit: with Purpdust's phone number underneath it.

JC Whitney will be your friend...cruise control...

Taylor's Nuclear Disposable Service

and where are the pictures of the cup holder?

That's awesome!!! Sucky on long drivers though...

Degreased and hosed most of the swass out.

Rug Munchers Carpet Cleaning

Acne Grease Company

Bob's Meat Rental

Dick's Halfway Inn

Master Baiters Bait and Tackle Shop

Or the Ultimate: Mutt Cuts (from Dumb and Dumber) turn the van into a dog

Ned's Catering and Septic Services

Paint it with black and yellow checkers and a big sign on the side saying "Caution Speed Test In Progress"

Stabbin Cabin

nuff said . . .

Here you go. Truth in advertising is important.

I like the Dumb & Dumber idea. You could also write "Free Candy" on the side in crayon colors.

Originally Posted by bwhip

Here you go. Truth in advertising is important.

I think we have a winner.

Paint it up like a bus with windows, with little mexicans in the windows. And put "Imigration and Nationalization Service" on the side.