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  • @nightfall22
    @nightfall22 Год назад +2499

    Please keep this. It’s a one of a kind jewel. I’d fix it and use it. Camp in it and share it with your families. It deserves to have life breathed back into it and to be shared and filled with new memories and happiness.

  • @TruckerChick
    @TruckerChick Год назад +355

    You gotta keep this one Dave. She deserves a little update and refresh but should be honored as the one of a kind gem she is. Oh and I sure hope you give her a proper air horn and some air ride. What a beauty she is.

    • @goldenlife9856
      @goldenlife9856 Год назад +8

      I Agree put a 12V Cummings or a Dmax in it and air suspension and keep it forever.....

    • @heavytank2
      @heavytank2 Год назад +2

      @@goldenlife9856 Or, 6.0 LSX with a quick holley EFI. All 3 would whoop ass in that ..... truck?

    • @Morpheen999
      @Morpheen999 Год назад +3

      Needs a 5.9 Cummins

  • @se7hix
    @se7hix Год назад +338

    Keep her, treat her on what she needs and give it a little update here and there(like GPS, solar panel, internet, sound/infotainment system, fridge, etc) but nothing much out of what she already is and yes take her on a good camping trip with a lot of miles ahead.

    • @alaskanassassin7332
      @alaskanassassin7332 Год назад +2

      Ya exactly this. Just make it rock solid reliable but change minimal.
      Just put miles on with the families on fun adventures near you.

    • @ruwithlee1970
      @ruwithlee1970 Год назад +4

      I saw that thing listed for sale I can't believe you actually bought that thing😂😅

    • @kevinsworld.7086
      @kevinsworld.7086 Год назад

      I wish there was a love button. This comment is spot on!

    • @sethanim2413
      @sethanim2413 Год назад

      ​@@alaskanassassin7332 ll

    • @astutenomad2879
      @astutenomad2879 Год назад

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ AMEN!

  • @barblm21
    @barblm21 Год назад +74

    I have totally laughed and smiled though out this entire video. I am single mom of two teenage boys and a widow of a man who was JUST LIKE you and your friends. I get such comfort laughing with you all. Although we are down in sweaty Louisiana, just please know that your good and bad times are felt by myself and my boys. My 16 year old is a straight A honors student who is working his first job and saving for a car, you and y’all’s hard work is definitely noticed, felt, and appreciated. Thank you for being good and strong MEN. That is all I can ask the good Lord for for my lil men. Thank you so very much.

  • @cleughy8736
    @cleughy8736 Год назад +138

    Personally Dave I have to say you definitely need to KEEP IT. The smile it gave you should be enough to keep it, but the massive smile on your child's faces when they see it will be priceless . The enjoyment and memories there would make in something like that....that's why I say KEEP IT.

  • @justdave1989
    @justdave1989 Год назад +160

    dont give it away dave, the expression of joy on your face when you opened the cab will always be cherished, keep it for you and the team

    • @coastalcleaningandmaintena2884
      @coastalcleaningandmaintena2884 Год назад +1

      Fucking A brother a cab over freightliner motorhome. Thats gotta be a collector pc if its not a frankenbus

    • @notademonrat
      @notademonrat Год назад +1

      sure, he can put it in one of his garages and it can collect dust.... at least he smiled...

  • @Diesel703
    @Diesel703 Год назад +529

    I like how dude jumps in with a cigarette 😂😂 after Dave says a new camper doesn’t even smell that clean

    • @devinrazor1861
      @devinrazor1861 Год назад +60

      I was looking for this comment lol

    • @kevinbowker5410
      @kevinbowker5410 Год назад +43

      i literally said out loud "no way that doesn't smell like cigarettes"

    • @classhh6397
      @classhh6397 Год назад +22

      Nah it’s cool it’s part of the vibe of the rig lol that’s the kind of guy I imagine being in one of those anyway

    • @Wfwi
      @Wfwi Год назад +14

      Came here to say the same thing 😂

    • @erichuggins7217
      @erichuggins7217 Год назад +16

      I’m surprised I had to go this far down to find this comment

  • @cbiser12
    @cbiser12 Год назад +14

    I don't recall if you already have something like this, but it would make a good crew transport for when you guys go on longer drives/bigger jobs with more hands on deck.

  • @OzziePete1
    @OzziePete1 Год назад +126

    I reckon it's a keeper, Dave. Get it back in shape (seems little work required?), use it as a basecamp for when you do heavy recovery work or when visiting Brent up at Cerro Gordo.

    • @vicferrari9380
      @vicferrari9380 Год назад +4

      Doesn't Dave already have a big motorhome they use as a base camp? I think they should put it on freightliner chassis with nice soft riding airbags so the RV parts don't disintegrate from the rough ride. The 350 SB will probably give up under Dave's foot anyway. A small block is awesome and hard to kill but it's draging around 10,000 lbs. of shoebox! Its currently running empty and he's already unhappy with the power output. Beautiful, unique ride do with at as you see the need.

  • @MRDAMNICK1
    @MRDAMNICK1 Год назад +94

    Think it would be awesome to see you guys completely go through this thing and make it 100%. Stronger axels bigger engine. All wiring cleaned up and redone. Hoses replaced. The whole 9. This is something that needs a chance at a new life.

    • @greaseballmc
      @greaseballmc Год назад

      Give it the works the idea is in effect but it doesn't have your guys touch or feel and I'm sure many people share the same idea as myself I'm just one comment in many and my comment Shares my thoughts only.
      But I will suggest this when you don't know what to do with something ,I'm here willing and appreciative if I received it . Thank you gentleman for your BAD ASS trips and stories and of course they are close to the heart! The sharing part is what I enjoy and being 200% real makes it that much better my hopes are the stories don't end I have enjoyed every single one! Keep Rocking and God Bless!

  • @jonniessink1
    @jonniessink1 Год назад +92

    Keep it!! Use it as part of the recovery team. So when your out on recovery at least you got a place to stay, so you don't have to drive back multiple hours after a long recovery. Update the the drive terrain to like a chevy 5500 ( since it is a chevy 1 ton any way). Put air bags on it and a good trailer hitch so it can help bring equipment around.

    • @lotharschiese8559
      @lotharschiese8559 Год назад +1

      That ain't no one ton frame, more like a 3 tonner.

    • @DeepSeaToasterFighting
      @DeepSeaToasterFighting Год назад +3

      I agree, crew rest vehicle. Also would love to see a restoration video and possible yall put like a cummins diesel in her.

    • @anniejones5806
      @anniejones5806 Год назад

      Put a bathroom in it and keep it.

  • @daniels3422
    @daniels3422 8 дней назад

    Great deal. So nice.i am 67 my wife 74
    If we were younger oh the life we would. We both retired and travel could happen how ever we can only afford to dream. Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @jonathancrissinger2301
    @jonathancrissinger2301 Год назад +107

    All I can say, as a truck driver for 43 years, I love it. I know I could never afford it, but that would be awesome to live in. I'm too old to start building something like that now. Enjoy it while you can young man. Thanks for sharing this.

    • @chrisblester37
      @chrisblester37 Год назад

      I could happily live in it hook up a trailer and tow my loader from site to site. Park it up for how ever long I'm at the sight somehow figure out how to put my Harly on it and my ute probably on the trailer with the Cat 966 .

  • @Johnny_Kanuk
    @Johnny_Kanuk Год назад +55

    You have to keep it and restore it. Don't mod it too much. Just bring it up to current standards. That thing is one of a kind. There are no others. Don't sell it or give it away. You and your crew know how to get it back to its glory and keep it there.

  • @lukebodziachowski711
    @lukebodziachowski711 Год назад +50

    You guys got to keep it. No one else will ever love her as much as Dave. She was waiting for you!

  • @heathwilliams4211
    @heathwilliams4211 Год назад +2

    This old long haul trucker/ homeless Army Veteran who has driven military and commercial trucks around The good Ole USA, Germany, Korea, Kuwait and Iraq would be honored to win that vehicle some day. Keep up the great work.

  • @Luscious3174
    @Luscious3174 Год назад +45

    Two words - keep it! They don't make RV's OR trucks like these any more. You've got a special ride there that will reward you with enjoyment if you take care of it.

    • @MotoAtheist
      @MotoAtheist Год назад

      They never made RV's like it, this was a custom one off by an individual.

  • @doglesby43
    @doglesby43 Год назад +107

    I showed this video to my dad who was a diesel mechanic for almost 40 years. I think he teared up when the reveal was made and his opinion was to keep it as something like that doesn't come around often enough

  • @NicoleL-bu8hv
    @NicoleL-bu8hv Год назад +26

    7 days ago my husband sent me the link from Facebook marketplace to this!! He wanted it so bad! Unfortunately we live in MI, and being the wife just smiled and said ummm Why? And thought he lost his mind! He is a fan of Freightliner and thought this was the most amazing thing ever! After seeing your video and how amazing it is inside and out, I have to admit my husband missed out on something pretty darn cool! Congrats and enjoy!!

    • @Lezzy5829
      @Lezzy5829 Год назад +5

      He's not going to let you live this down, ever lol!

  • @shaunadams1237
    @shaunadams1237 Год назад

    I was born and raised in Yuab City CA! I still live here. I wish I had known that you were in town it would have been awesome to meet you. It is so cool to know all the stops and streets that you were driving on.

  • @Devonian-gg7gr
    @Devonian-gg7gr Год назад +87

    Keep it around man, when you've got a long multi day job keep it with you for the crew to have some quality time together in the evenings. Trust me, I work with a race team, the social time we have helps us work quicker and know how to communicate better with eachother on a personal level. Gets the job done

  • @scottdowdy9994
    @scottdowdy9994 Год назад +70

    This is the kind of thing that needs to be your home at a cleetus and cars event.

  • @worlddynasty_jrm
    @worlddynasty_jrm Год назад +37

    Heavy d in my opinion don't sell don't even let the thought go through your mind this is something that you should keep and cherish due to the fact that the happiness that it brought you when you first saw it was a impressive you can genuinely see the happiness in your eyes and those type of happiness should always stick around❤❤ she's an amazing vehicle of art 🎨

  • @fallenknight4943
    @fallenknight4943 10 дней назад

    The look on ypur face when you first seen it in person made me smile like a child. That was awesome and i love this truck/camper.

  • @Rpm6971
    @Rpm6971 Год назад +53

    Don’t sell it, and if you do give it away, make sure it goes to someone who will love it, and leave it as is, obviously the guy who built it, did an amazing job and it’s something that should be preserved it’s truly one of a kind, there will never be another one. I’m so excited for you guys getting this and enjoying it, I hope to see more of it on your channel. And I really hope it doesn’t end up with someone that won’t appreciate its value.

  • @SBEARD12345
    @SBEARD12345 Год назад +8

    Keep it. And dont rip it apart. What makes it special is how it looks inside and out. Remember how you felt when you first saw it.
    Yes tires and hoses and probably suspension. But don't rip apart as what makes it that good is how it is now.

    • @equarg
      @equarg Год назад

      Maybe update it a tad, but I admit it looks amazing!

  • @gitt24
    @gitt24 Год назад +133

    Yeah this actually seems to fit you guys. Keep it. Diesel swap, obviously. Freshen it up. Keep it. Maybe make it a shop camper that employees can use whenever they want. A build series on this would be great to watch.

    • @jorgeb9715
      @jorgeb9715 Год назад +2

      Or a 454 will do,,but Diesel is sure bet!

    • @okieg8960
      @okieg8960 Год назад

      @@jorgeb9715 watch them convert if into a mobile rescue unit for emergencies like if they have to camp on a site or somthing

    • @HughMadBro
      @HughMadBro Год назад

      Or when collaboration's fly in 🤷🏼‍♀️ OR AIR B & B it for y'all...

    • @lunarkingdom
      @lunarkingdom Год назад +1

      I was about to say the same thing, given his background could you imagine a diesel swap like they are capable of, full frame replacement, turn it into what it looks like a semi camper with semi guts and an interior renovation to the original layout in the book that came with it. I could see easily a 20 video series on it. Bad ass!

  • @brendaharton6960
    @brendaharton6960 Год назад

    Man that camper is so cool it's a Jem. Some retired Truck Driver who has the love of the road and the memories of their old truck would love to have it as you love it. I myself would keep it at least for a while. Share your happiness! with your family and friends. Gosh I love this video. 🥰With you all's smiles I smiled all the way through it. thanks for sharing.

  • @Largerthanlifeadventures
    @Largerthanlifeadventures Год назад +39

    I’m absolutely loving this thing. A truck driver for 20 years the cab over is awesome. What ever you do please document everything.

  • @PaulKnight-p3s
    @PaulKnight-p3s Год назад +71

    The smile on your face was permanent as soon as you saw it. You should keep it and take family out for fun. If you do decide to give away maybe try to find a family member of the creator.

    • @margaretsweeney6268
      @margaretsweeney6268 Год назад +1

      If you give it away, why not a family that has fallen on hard times or a homeless Veteran????)

  • @sawwhetchick7203
    @sawwhetchick7203 Год назад +33

    Demolition Matt is kicking himself for buying that school bus right now.

  • @MaliktheGeek316
    @MaliktheGeek316 15 часов назад

    Interior update , rims and tires , swap in a 500hp L's , transmission rebuild and paint. Call it sparks Motorhome

  • @bigerch85
    @bigerch85 Год назад +35

    I lost my buddie stu 2 years ago and he was a huge diesel brothers fan. He even looked like heavy D . That smile at 6 mins reminded me of my buddie!! Keep on living life to the fullest guys . ❤️

  • @SeanSquatchPNW
    @SeanSquatchPNW Год назад +17

    I say renovate and keep it as a camper for the fleet while out on missions. Having a kitchen, restroom and sleeping space on long recoveries would be pretty bad ass.

  • @Milldog2023
    @Milldog2023 Год назад +10

    Make it a mobile command centre for the recoverys, high speed tinternet, communications hub for the entire team. So when you pull up to a recovery, Your ready to go in full action.. Also with the amount of food you eat, Maybe some kinda cooking station.
    It could be a awesome add, CCTV cameras so whoever is running the inside can see what's happening outside, triple the power so that big search lights etc can be used, Big screen on the side for meetings, Equipt for all the different recoveries you do, 👍

  • @leahrolan1265
    @leahrolan1265 11 месяцев назад

    Wow!! That is an RV my hubby would love. Hes an OTR Truck driver. I love this!! 3 years and he retires. We will be going south for the winter but a camper because he said he wouldnt want an RV. Hed love this one though.

  • @A.W.K
    @A.W.K Год назад +79

    I'd send the boys on personal family camping trips and put some of the highlights in a video. You guys work hard and deserve some time off.

    • @theone2be33
      @theone2be33 Год назад +1

      Did you mean CAMPING?

    • @A.W.K
      @A.W.K Год назад

      @@theone2be33 yup iam dyslexic af lol

    • @chad8251
      @chad8251 Год назад

      All they do is have time off

  • @retselyarrh3895
    @retselyarrh3895 Год назад +92

    I’ve seen smiles on Dave‘s face before, but this one beats them all!!
    The amount of work and craftsmanship is unbelievable let alone that somebody didn’t destroy it!!
    My first trip would be right to Yellowstone!! 👍👍

    • @dzzope
      @dzzope Год назад +1

      The "Craftsmanship" 😂

    • @jaredslattery4584
      @jaredslattery4584 Год назад +2

      I almost bought this thing last week. The world is weirdly small.

    • @wildcoyote34
      @wildcoyote34 Год назад

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ SPAMMER

    • @mwatkins2464
      @mwatkins2464 Год назад

      @@jaredslattery4584how much was it selling for on marketplace?? Do you know??

  • @irene-starbridgewater2793
    @irene-starbridgewater2793 Год назад +5

    Approximately 38 years ago my first husband and I met a couple in Reno,NV that were selling off their extra trucks and retiring to actually get to see/ visit all the places they had delivered to over a 40 year family owned trucking company career. They kept their favorite cab over Freightliner & had the frame extended so they could have a custom body built on it, then had the interior done to the wife's specifications. The truck motor was upgraded some but kept original, (they couldn't sleep without their "truck" running)! They were only sticking around to sell the last truck before they started their next adventure. The pictures they showed us were fabulous!

  • @sndracollins2774
    @sndracollins2774 Год назад

    Keep it. Just do some up grades on the inside like the seats could use an upgrade and a dealer on the bathroom walls which makes it water proof. Use it for doing rescue and recoveries when you travel. No need for motel rooms. Add a couple of bunk beds and a pull out where the minimum chair is behind the passenger seat and use it.

  • @RQRBakerMan
    @RQRBakerMan Год назад +30

    Keep it!! Like everyone has said, that's not something that exists anywhere and no one else, I believe, will give it the love and attention it deserves. Especially though, its a great thing to hand down to the kids. I know you've taught them a love for vehicles and how to care for them. Let them take it over and lets see how many generations that baby can last!

    • @seanbromley8566
      @seanbromley8566 Год назад

      LIFT IT!!!! MAKE IT A 4X4 OVERLANDING RIG!!! "THE FREIGHTLANDER" !!!!

  • @thomasrogers5229
    @thomasrogers5229 Год назад +24

    Shes a keeper i dont think anyone else will give her the love she deserves

  • @jedsudweeks6676
    @jedsudweeks6676 Год назад +8

    It looks like you bought the right rig for an "Evel Knievel Stuntman Starter Set". Just get a matching enclosed trailer to pull behind it, and a leather jumpsuit with a cape, and you're in business! That thing is awesome!!!

  • @KillingMachine96
    @KillingMachine96 Год назад

    Finally got to watch this video and smiled the whole time. If ever a vehicle deserves to stay in the fleet, it's this one. Now, it needs some love. New tires, belts and hoses. A bigger power plant. And it needs to join 2023. I would recommend solar panels on the roof, power inverter and a Starlink system. Why? Because I can see this rig as a bunkhouse/portable command center on extended projects. And, since Hans thought it might have been used for smuggling, why not name it the Millennium Falcon? Those smuggling spots are perfect for the 2023 upgrades to be inconspicuous.

  • @rubens3330
    @rubens3330 Год назад +8

    You need a support vehicle for the field work, a bathroom, a fridge, a place for resting a little, to make a coffee, for the crew wait if rains, this thing is perfect for that.

  • @Steve89074
    @Steve89074 Год назад +32

    When you go out on overnight recoveries or trips, this rig will be epic. Build it up strong.

  • @MattKummer
    @MattKummer Год назад +15

    You've got a piece of history in your hands. The only thing to do is restore, preserve, and use it as intended!

  • @user-sx6xq2fl7t
    @user-sx6xq2fl7t Год назад

    HeavyD Iwould like to start 6 months ago i found your channel through Mike Patey Draco ! Which intern has gotten mee too your channel and all that you have posted . You are a true entrepreneur and i commend you ! Awesome motor home enjoyed seeing your smile even with the tire problems . I have a few stories like that myself . Freightliner has put many of there chassis under motor homes which I have one . That brings me to my thought for you young man . In true Heavy D and D/P enterprises i think your first build was a dodge pickup !st generation . i have been a Chev man all my life but it time heavy to put the 350 to rest . Can you feel it Dave old school12v cummings front mount allison auto i have a dolphin 32' 12v that I have gone through and pumped it up great motor no Def , look forward to watching the build

  • @dondesormeauxrcadventures7551
    @dondesormeauxrcadventures7551 Год назад +32

    I think Dave loves the hunt more than the actual vehicles he buys.

  • @robertmfdavis878
    @robertmfdavis878 Год назад +40

    “I don’t even have this much paperwork for my own kids” just about killed me 🤣🤣

  • @Far2hip
    @Far2hip Год назад +19

    That rounded aluminum wide trim absolutely makes the entire combination meld together SO perfectly. The guy that created this thing knew EXACTLY what he was doing. Such a cool thing for sure. 👍🏻😎👍🏻

  • @W1ll1AMZ-88-C
    @W1ll1AMZ-88-C Год назад +5

    Customise it, make it your own but definitely KEEP IT IN THE FAMILY!!!

  • @jacobfaulkner4996
    @jacobfaulkner4996 Год назад +59

    You should restore it and use it to stay in on the overnight recoveries. Your guys will love it.

    • @coleeloc22
      @coleeloc22 Год назад

      1000000000%

    • @perl2557
      @perl2557 Год назад +1

      Throw another axle on it make it more semi truck

  • @montrichins6040
    @montrichins6040 Год назад +54

    Sparks and crew are going to single-handedly start a new mega fad of rolling in retro motor homes.

    • @bmdubclub9933
      @bmdubclub9933 Год назад +1

      Not just them but alot of these RUclipsrs are increasing the price of junk..

    • @Methoverbitches
      @Methoverbitches Год назад +2

      You been under a rock for the past 10 years?

    • @heavytank2
      @heavytank2 Год назад +1

      @@bmdubclub9933 I noticed that with square body 1500 chevys. The moment people found out they keep ticking, boom, 5-10G. I think it fell off though.

  • @ndewey7
    @ndewey7 Год назад +27

    Pretty cool! I would definitely do some mechanical upgrades. And get it completely reliable. The diamond tuck and roll and interior is awesome. Please don’t mess with that much. Then upgrade the kitchen appliances and make the back a cool little room area. And probably put hard wood floors in. Definitely needs some mood lights in there. What a score! Keep it 😉

  • @sarahsaul9177
    @sarahsaul9177 Год назад

    You need to KEEP this beautiful lady and make some precious memories camping with your family x then pass it on through the family and let them make precious memories with their family and so on xx love from the uk xx

  • @cadilakisrodcustom
    @cadilakisrodcustom Год назад +22

    The craftsmanship in this is insane! It is a time capsule for sure.. there was so much pride into this build.

  • @ericchild8845
    @ericchild8845 Год назад +5

    Ok, that “orchard dryer” you came across is actually a spray rig used to apply pesticides to fruit and nut trees. Not a turbine. Not a dryer. We get plenty of hot and bone dry weather here in NorCal to do that for us, trust me. Great find on the camper/bus thingy though. Super cool.

  • @fred414141
    @fred414141 Год назад +17

    very cool buy, D! I like it! .... couple suggestions,
    (1) change the headlights back to the original Freightliner units and upgrade the lights to what Matt has on the MORRvair.
    (2) change the wheels/tires to Alcoa polished 22.5's with super single tires both front and rear, (and spare too)
    (3) do not install the purple under-glow lights that you've been thinking about.🤔

  • @improvateer
    @improvateer Год назад

    That is just the greatest thing I have ever seen. It is like something a retired trucker that can’t have a cal anymore would run. Awesome!

  • @superhawk20002
    @superhawk20002 Год назад +37

    EDIT: From a distance, it sure looks straight. I can't imagine the time and effort someone put into making this look so seamless. This was definitely someone's baby.
    You know... if I was driving along and saw this beauty of a rig, there's no one else I'd expect to see driving it besides the HeavyD crew... 2nd runner up would be Jay Leno. I have no doubt that the ole rig brings about smile from everyone. Definitely found a gem.

  • @danw1955
    @danw1955 Год назад +112

    What a cool build! Even though the GM 350 sounds and runs well, that's a LOT of mass for a small block to be dragging around.😜 I think a 5.9 Cummins would be much better suited for the task, and get better fuel mileage to boot! Nice find Dave! It's definitely a keeper, and I think you guys could turn this into a very reliable and fun camper!😉👍

    • @TheRivethead
      @TheRivethead Год назад +1

      5.9 swap colab with power driven diesel

    • @frankmorris2603
      @frankmorris2603 Год назад +7

      My thoughts exactly.
      When i see truck cab i expect truck motor.

    • @TheReaper42069
      @TheReaper42069 Год назад +4

      Definitely needs a swap. That’s not enough muscle :(

    • @tomchrisfield7348
      @tomchrisfield7348 Год назад +5

      These guys ARE the Diesel Bros.

    • @BraveClam
      @BraveClam Год назад +1

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ Deuteronomy 18:20 - "But any prophet who falsely claims to speak in my name or who speaks in the name of another god must die."

  • @jucaperez9727
    @jucaperez9727 Год назад +36

    Keep it,it’s meant for you guys. It brought a smile to you and just imagine the memories to come with the fam on that gem.

  • @kevinsworld.7086
    @kevinsworld.7086 Год назад

    I don't understand how I never watched this video considering I watch every video. But The inside of this unit was like stepping back into time for a moment. That guy built something that I think every person on earth could appreciate in one way or another.

  • @alsmith2709
    @alsmith2709 Год назад +20

    Absolutely keep it. Let it make an appearance now & then. Would love to have something like this, was actually nearly set to start building custom campers, but then lost my day job to the economy & that was the end of that. One of a kind unit, though. Used to drive trucks once upon a time, too.

  • @ruanvanheerden1449
    @ruanvanheerden1449 Год назад +21

    This episode was freaken amazing.Guy who chose the music for this video was spot on.Don't sell it Dave it's a gem.The quality of these videos it outstanding.Always excited when i see a notification for a new Heavy D video.This was one of my favorite vids and the one where u rescued the house boat on Lake Mead.Hope we will see a Cerro Gordo video again soon,that place is amazing.

    • @mrromantimothy
      @mrromantimothy Год назад

      Don't tell them that ,the only music worse than this is tinkling on a piano trying to gain sympathy

  • @susandhyepock6122
    @susandhyepock6122 Год назад +11

    I absolutely love seeing how excited you guys get over projects and helping others! Heavy D your smile lit up the sky!

  • @Cwomack07
    @Cwomack07 Год назад

    Keep it, Build it better ... maybe a nice cummins conversion, Air ride suspension & a retro style refresh to make it actually functional for a cross country drive. Mainly though add POWER!

  • @langhilau
    @langhilau Год назад +7

    I guess I am a bit jealous with you being able to buy pretty much what you want. I should mention that as a 100% disabled veteran who can't afford to replace a computer from 2015. I do enjoy your video and always get a smile out of all your actions. So keep up the great videos.

  • @jfrodgers7858
    @jfrodgers7858 Год назад +8

    I fell in love with it when I thought it was a Freightliner. Reminded me of my old driving days with my conventional Freightliner. 400 Cummins, 4 x 5 Spicers and 411 rears, that baby would fly.
    Broke my heart to find out it was basically a Winnie with a Freightliner cab shell. It's pretty, but I think my shuttle bus might have more room. Need enough for a forever home.
    You guys have fun with it.

  • @allenaldridge6939
    @allenaldridge6939 Год назад +4

    I saw that advertised on my local marketplace. I love sending my father in law weird ads that he would also find interesting. This rig definitely qualifies as something intriguing and desirable. Enjoy it. Don’t sell it for a while. Work at getting lots of use out of it with your family. It’s such a cool rv.

  • @fatherguse9019
    @fatherguse9019 Год назад

    This Rig alone gets a Sub and the Thumbs Up .. simply amazing .. every trucker's retirement dream .. Did I hear correctly that it's a 350 V8 "gasser" .. or is that a 350 Cummins in there?? .. if it's a swap, I would loved to have seen it with the original Cummins Diesel still in place, but I understand the Gasser for convenience at the pump .. and judging by the color of the fuel leak/flush (lol) and the hose/nozzles on the fillups it looks like gas.

  • @animestar9745
    @animestar9745 Год назад +7

    Whatever you do please do a complete restoration of this entire vehicle. I love the retro look! Add solar, new electronics and make it something you would want. Keep it its too cool!

  • @Camerons16
    @Camerons16 Год назад +8

    I think you should keep it. It’s one of a kind you gotta treat yourself and your family. Excited to see what you do with the thing! Really want to see the heavy D interior restoration

  • @springvisuals
    @springvisuals Год назад +19

    damn that front cab with the lighting hitting it like that reminds me of those old train cars with the observatory platforms and plush interiors. amazing find guys

  • @ChrisTesch87
    @ChrisTesch87 Год назад +40

    As a Daimler Trucks/Freightliner employee... seeing Dave's face really did my heart good ❤

  • @JamesWestAZ
    @JamesWestAZ Год назад +8

    Hey Dave.... Another great find you just had to have. And can't blame you one little bit. One of a kind for sure. She's clean, straight, and runs pretty well for the most part. As you say, you're not sure just what you'll do with it yet?? Keep it, sell it, give it away, who knows?? Just listening to your options and this popped into my mind as a thought..............
    First off would be to give it a complete once over. Checking all mechanical, complete set of new tires, and ANY thing else that needed to be done to get it up to TIP TOP condition.
    Then you keep it........
    BUT............. Not as a personal toy. Make it like a company benefit.
    You've got so many great people working for you. Everyone in the shop, the videos guys, I'm sure office people that we never even see............
    So I'm sure some of those folks would love maybe the option of being able to use it at times. Vacation time rolls around and someone wants to go camping for a week. So OK, no problem, here you can use the FreighLiner RV. OH, and by the way..... Thanks for all your hard work. !!!
    Bet a few of your employees would love that.............
    Anyhow....... Just a rambling thought. :)

  • @diannedavis6833
    @diannedavis6833 Год назад +10

    There's nothing I like more than seeing men and big machines😀 The smile on their faces is gold!

  • @denimblue8633
    @denimblue8633 Год назад

    I saw a Kenworth done up like that, full sized cab, Mitsubishi running gear, beautiful camper, but up for sale at $200,000 Au $'s, similar to yours, still on facebook I believe, and congrats on your purchase, looks great.. 🙂🙂🙂

  • @sakaraist
    @sakaraist Год назад +70

    Facebook marketplace is so underrated. I found a $12,000 electronics lab scope being sold as gold salvage elctronics. I sold the rubber keyboard pad off the front of the unit for 3x what I paid for the entire thing... all the logic modules & daughter boards just slowly sell over time to people who need them for repair. This thing was for sale for weeks too apparently with no bites, two seconds after seeing the first image though I knew it was special.

    • @ledzep244
      @ledzep244 Год назад +6

      I don't know how it's underrated.... It's pretty much the #1 place people buy and sell random stuff and vehicles these days

    • @HR91360
      @HR91360 Год назад +4

      I have the same stuff happen but I make a bunch of friends by explaining what they have and where to market it.
      Then I get random messages all the time of "please let me give you a bit of cash for helping me, please."
      Wife calls me dumb but I rarely accept any cash.
      Friends and Connections are way better!

    • @Mr.Phoreskin
      @Mr.Phoreskin Год назад +2

      Marketplace is full of treasure! Love it. Also, the funny “I know what I got” posts, crack me up every time lol

    • @Heath.Johnson36
      @Heath.Johnson36 Год назад

      Yellowstone

    • @magsman448
      @magsman448 Год назад

      Those are some rare and special qualities you have yourself their!! But do you know what? We all, everyone, possess these special qualities it just needs a little effort to make a difference and make life worth living. Make that change.

  • @donlyons5279
    @donlyons5279 Год назад +6

    You guys have connections everywhere you go and if something would happen you know they would be there to bail you out. That’s why I enjoy watching your videos because one never knows what crazy things you are going to get into next.

  • @michaelcarroll5369
    @michaelcarroll5369 Год назад +4

    This video proves the pure joy marketplace can bring to any group of dudes . My buddy and I have had the same conversations going to pick up a marketplace treasure .

  • @tlameo8973
    @tlameo8973 Год назад

    Paint your military green with a military star on the side, interior needs upgrades a flatscreen TV on the wall somewhere and put Some off-road tire really make a monster out of it. Navigation definitely have to have a greater sound system

  • @dvusGishzida
    @dvusGishzida Год назад +10

    The only thing that seems missing is a passenger entrance so they don't have to enter through the cab doors. Personally I'm not too big on the late 80s - early 90s vibe of the upholstery but it is what it is.
    Keep her and cherish her. Take her places like the Saline Valley or the border lands north of Death Valley National Park or to Bryce Canyon. The thing is She is a call to having an adventure. So don't sell her or give her away.
    I would not give it away if I owned it. I'd have to find someone willing to go on the road with me. After all, Adventures should be shared. In any case I'm glad you found it.

    • @patonb
      @patonb Год назад +5

      That's not '80s interior... full on '70's

    • @minorclips7541
      @minorclips7541 Год назад +2

      There is nothing eighties or nineties about this interior that is straight seventies Van life upholstery

    • @dougjones6823
      @dougjones6823 Год назад +3

      Passengers entrance at the back Passenger side of the motor home.

  • @troysaner7714
    @troysaner7714 Год назад +6

    Love the camper! I’d update the drivetrain, maybe back to deisel.(would only be fitting). Big manual 5 speed. Then I’d use the neck out of it. I bought a Jeep gladiator and a nice camper a few years ago. Wife had a heart attack and we’ve had to cut way down on our plans, so that would be a great camper rig for an old truck driver.

  • @Andy-ss8kn
    @Andy-ss8kn Год назад +19

    What a perfect little crew hauler for all the crazy jobs you guys do 👌.
    Nice work Dave 👍

  • @kellyhill4410
    @kellyhill4410 23 дня назад +1

    100k ? 🤔 I don't know if it's worth that much. But you definitely have a eye catcher. Wish it was mine . Great video Brothers
    🤜🌟🤛🤠💯

  • @BlizzardExtreme
    @BlizzardExtreme Год назад +46

    The squirrel throwing stuff at Dave made my night whilst he was trying to have a spacial moment with the book 🤣🤣🤣

    • @joemamabadydaddy256
      @joemamabadydaddy256 Год назад

      Squirrels can be certified buttholes!! There was a few that used to torture my basset hound by pelting him with pecans and acorns all the time and would throw stuff on the tin roof of my shed when I was in there trying to do something which made all kinds of noise then they would disappear when I came out with a bb gun! 😡

  • @pamabernathy8728
    @pamabernathy8728 Год назад +13

    I thought you were gonna cry, Dave, when you first opened the door. So retro & clean!!!
    I would love to see you enjoy it with your family, let your extended family enjoy it, if & before you sell or whatever you decide to do.
    Excited to see upgrades, too! Will you keep it retro, or modernize??? Either will be great to see.
    I think I am a "dinosaur" fan of yours. I am a partially disabled senior. I have traveled very little, never been off-roading, never really camped, etc. I love the whole crew & enjoy being part of your adventures. I became a big Cerro Gordo fan, after watching all the work y'all did up there. We live in Southern California, so certainly could access CG & many other places.
    Blessings to you, your beautiful family, & The Crew.

    • @malibuconv1968
      @malibuconv1968 Год назад

      That RV is original and can't be duplicated.
      There's not one single thing about it that's "retro".
      "Retro" is a modern copy of older design.
      The new Mustang, Camaro and Challenger are all "Retro" designs that take styling cues from older models if you need an example.

    • @beckyswensen4528
      @beckyswensen4528 Год назад

      Vintage may be a good analysis.

  • @JerryK223
    @JerryK223 Год назад +8

    Its crazy how I saw this in a Facebook video a few hours ago and now Heavy D bought it, keep up the good work guys.

  • @WayneBehrmann-qk3yk
    @WayneBehrmann-qk3yk Год назад

    I'm homeless ,& waiting on my settlement check from a motorcycle accident that happened 7 yrs ago,& looking into making a van camper or just buying one outright I think you should keep it

  • @gregphillips.1312
    @gregphillips.1312 Год назад +5

    I love it. It is just the Engineer in me all over! I am a Fitter/Turner by Trade, but I have worn many Caps in the past 36 years from Apprentice to Production Engineer! Currently Spiralweld repairing components for the Marine and Power Industry in the UK. We are now a dying breed over the Pond! We make so little here now and we once were leaders of the Game! You guys Rock 🍻👌

  • @alexmanole4428
    @alexmanole4428 Год назад +8

    Keep it in the family, you look like the kind a guy that can take care of it

  • @marcellemay7721
    @marcellemay7721 Год назад +18

    He's looks happier than when he bought every single one of his helicopters.

  • @scottlucian9223
    @scottlucian9223 Год назад +1

    Holly mackerel heavy-duty D found a shggadelic one of 1 time capsule I was thinking 6.9 Cummins diesel sometime soon with the biggest stacks blowing and going on the sides straight up 😮

    • @scottlucian9223
      @scottlucian9223 Год назад

      I'm going to advise Keeping is in your area is best.what a parade float on wheels change its costumes easily placed sponsors information
      keep it.
      And get ya the MRAP RG 33 Or bigger dump the raptors and theRam trucks
      MRAPS Are cheap for you at auctions for all who don't know just Google pics MRAP😮

  • @MichaelSundberg
    @MichaelSundberg Год назад +5

    Obviously the person who built her did it with love. Keep the love going and update her with your own vision. Let us know how that goes.

  • @CleanNPristine2023
    @CleanNPristine2023 Год назад +9

    Please do a full restoration on this channel and use it for the multi night recoveries for you or the guys 🍻

  • @nytrocircus
    @nytrocircus Год назад +7

    "I don't have this much paperwork for my own kids." 11:43
    Comedy gold. Give this man a raise.

    • @PSC9634
      @PSC9634 Год назад

      Gotta luv Hans!

  • @travismathis6084
    @travismathis6084 Год назад

    Probably my favorite video as of now, great laidback story, the”RV” is definitely cool as ever, I think definitely a paint job like the Snowman’s rig with the outlaws holding up the stagecoach 😎 added to the side… the 70s racing stripes are too cool to not keep but maybe make them root beer brown and tan to match the mural on the side… I’d put a nice newer quiet diesel engine so it can pull toys, maybe add an outdoor kitchen or just modernize it some. But keep it old school, and then you probably need to fly me out there and give it to me! Hahaha! I’d use that thing as much as possible! .. I guess I’d find a family that needs/ deserves something like it … I’d definitely make sure it had an 8track with plenty of Waylon, Neil Diamond etc… you guys are doing a great job at making a living and taking us along… thank you for what y’all do for veterans and less fortunate people. 😊 🚐🚛🚚🎖️🪖

  • @keycommander971
    @keycommander971 Год назад +13

    I could see Dave’s face when he seen he had a smoke in his hand 😂😂😂

    • @MikeAnnunziato
      @MikeAnnunziato Год назад +5

      For real 🤣 he was just saying how clean it smells 😂

    • @TheReaper42069
      @TheReaper42069 Год назад +3

      Yeah that was fucked up lol to smoke inside that is terrible