Re: Removal of Camper from Frame

Most of the Toy motorhomes are built on a modified original frame, with
frame extensions, floor supports, bracing, etc., welded in place.
Removing the coach from the frame would be a difficult process at best,
and a disaster at the worst. The most practical way to get such a unit
shipped to you would probably be to cut the frame rails just behind the
cab, and detach the coach from the rear cab wall and roof. The rear axle
and springs would also be removed. A shipping bracket could then
fabricated to support the roof overhang and hold the body up to prevent
crushing the holding tanks. Once received, determining the best way to
mount it on the "transplant" recipient would depend on what's needed to
make it fit. The recipient truck should of course be capable of safely
carrying the weight of the coach as well as providing a wide enough foot
print for stability.

Is your idea of doing this based on import restrictions for complete
vehicles?

Dutch
'86 Dolphin 

On Thu, 30 Mar 2006 20:37:16 -0000, Greg wrote:

> I live in the Caribbean and would like to get a class C camper body to 
> the Island and mount on my own truck frame.  Has anyone here had any 
> experience in removing a camper from a Toy or van frame..??



 
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