making my own glider?

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  1. Peterbiltt

    Peterbiltt Light Load Member

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    what about a c13 for a 6nz c15 cause c13 is cheap to get and whats the most aerodynamic 2008-2011 truck out there except stupid volvo but man still dreaming on them longhoods
     
    Peterbiltt, Apr 5, 2015
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    if i'm not mistaken its illegal to do that since the truck was not a glider from the factory, i mean you can do it, i've seen folks do it but its still illegal
     
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    Stay away from that State!!!
     
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  4. tnevin225

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    Something else you might look into is find one with an A-cert in it and do a conversion kit.
     
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    It is doable , but not legal. Once that VIN was built with a emission engine , only that version or greater can go back in . Gliders are getting around that issue.
     
    sdaniel, Apr 6, 2015
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    Just out of curiosity, how are gliders registered?. Is there something with the VIN that means it doesn't correlate to build year emissions?.
     
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  7. 315wheelbase

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    why not just rebuild the engine and install a EGR/DPF by pass system or eliminate the EGR/DPF completely
     
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    Why not just buy a real glider kit instead of trying to re-invent the wheel? It would probably be a lot cheaper and save a lot of headaches.
     
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    Don't let a bridge motor detour ya. If U can get it for a good price just a few things to do to it and it will be just as good as the 6nz. It's not as bad a engine as some folks think. Good Luck
     
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    First, if you buy a glider most things you need are not in the truck.
    Second, cost. You can save $40k+ getting a nice used tractor and put the engine and trans in you want.
    Third, is time (negative). You have to be able to have your truck down for a month. It takes a long time to rebuild then install the new powertrain.
     
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