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We
take great pride in the design and fabrication of all of our custom
fitted slideout conversions. Since we can do the work specifically
to one coach at a time, the result is evident in the fit and finish
not available in most factory jobs. |
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The way
we do Motorhomes and Buses differ dramatically in cost and procedures.
The typical
Motorhome has a laminated fiberglass sidewall; making it reusable
in our process. The hole cutout is reinforced with square metal tubing to match the sidewall structure
and "bridged" across the length of the room. We fabricate the roof, floor, and end walls with light tubing and weld
it together to form a solid box for the slideout. We skin it with
fiberglass and seal all interior/exterior joints to make it a
waterproof addition. We use a flap seal on the sidewall hole to
wipe the slideout on all 4 sides to make it weatherproof.
HWH
has available up to 15 different mechanism systems to fit almost all
coach applications. We use the Universal Straight Out system
as a standard for most Motorhomes which is a 4 point mechanism for greater structural integrity. Most of these systems are an 'above
the floor' installation with minimal intrusion into the bays,
except to weld to the sidewall/floor structure to solidify the
installation.
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use HWH Corps' slideout mechanisms in all of our conversions. They
provide us with the finest products and back them with a 2 year
warranty which is also the same warranty we offer. They have a nationwide
service network to cover any problems that may arise. We are always
available to answer or correct any warranty issues or questions
even after the warranty time has elapsed. |
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We insulate
the areas between all studs with a foil backed Thermax and cover
the inside walls with paneling and ozite.
There are
dual glazed thermo-paned sliding windows in each end (except for
a kitchen model) and the existing furniture and cabinets are re
made to fit. There is a typical loss of furniture length by a
minimum of 10+- inches front to rear to accommodate the wall thickness',
stops, and ram thickness.
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bus applications involve 4 different systems for more substantial
weight capabilities. There is a "level out" system that
gives a true flat floor when extended. |
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This
system raises 2 1/2" above the floor of the bus when retracted
for travel. When it is extended it drops down that measurement to
give a flat floor into the slideout. There is special framing to
allow this movement and still be able to maintain the seals around
the room at all times.The complete structure involves different
modifications than a typical conversion, and it results in more
costs. |
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4-corner system is designed to actually make the room part of the
structure again by extending the slideout at the outer corners.
The 4 rams are controlled by a synchronizing cylinder to meter the
hydraulic fluid to each making the room stable. This system is designed
for kitchen/couch applications, while only extending 20" which
is the maximum for the plumbing/electrical/LPG/water/drains of a
kitchen slideout. |
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This
Beaver Marquis has a 14' slideout using the 4-corner system. The
kitchen is full featured including Corian countertops, a Microwave/Convection
oven, and a swivel TV. Leather couch and a slideout cover complement
the look and gives greater liveability to the high line coach. |
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the mighty to the mini, this Dutchman C-model has the same 4-corner
system for the couch only. Structural modifications were similar
to both coaches still resulting in an overall strengthening of the
coach sidewall versus a non 4-corner application. |
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We
even offer HWH's Generator slideout to Bus Conversions. It is designed
for a 12KW Onan Diesel generator. Of course, this usually involves
raising the drivers compartment making a flat floor through out
the coach and moving the front door to the center into a bay. |
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2001, Morrison's VIP Coach
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