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.

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

This was by far my favorite video you guys have put out. Keep it, diesel swap it, camp/roadtrip it.

Someone finally did it! Ever since my uncle let me sit in his Peterbuilt when I was a kid, I wondered why nobody has tried extending the cab beyond the trailer hitch to make a megavan. This is as close to that dream as I've seen.

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.

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

The person who built it passed but I know his family and I’m sure they would love it back. They used to take it on family trips. He’s built a lot of other cool things like a bus version.

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

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.

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.

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.

Great looking classic RV . I remember seeing vehicles like that, being used by traveling amusement groups or a travelling circus, that may explain the stripes painted on the side. Have fun camping in that classic RV.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

I love this thing. As someone who works in the RV industry and genuinely loves retro and custom motorhomes, i really hope this stays in the fleet and gets a proper refresh with modern plumbing and components. It'll be some work, but it'll be worth it for a very nice motorhome that will always stand out.

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.

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.

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

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.

This beast deserves the title of the OG Vanlife of all ages❤

Always keep a can of KROIL on your RV, it is the best at getting bolts and rims to come loose. Also, beware of the cup when moving tires on the rig. Right on right, left on left. If you put on a tire with the cup going the wrong way it will blow in about 50 to 150 miles. 16.5 and 16 was a common tire when I was running my RVs. It was the 19s that weren't easy to find and cost an arm and a leg to replace on the road.

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.

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

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!

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

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 🎨

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, 👍

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.

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. 😊 🚐🚛🚚🎖️🪖

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!! 👍👍

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!😉👍

Congratulations, you guys know what to do to update, improvise, improve, beast mode!!!

Decent diesel lump in it, better brakes, gearbox with overdrive for higher speed cruise, sway bars to reduce the body roll - or something it rather swayey, possibly put it on air for an even more magic carpet ride, plus you can drop it onto bump stops - or axle stands - so when parked up and it is windy it doesn't rock But cosmetics, nothing more than tidying it up.

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.

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

The interior of it reminds me of the first RV my grandfather had. Brought back memories.

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

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.

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

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.. 🙂🙂🙂

Would love to see you overhaul it and do an adventure camper from it. Not ridiculous off road but update the insides and give the outside the treatment then see what you can do with it. It’s too good not to keep and see what you can do with it.

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.

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.

Freightliner? Naw... LeisureLiner :) That motorhome almost makes a trucking vacation a necessary, where you go on vacation to visit historical sites that have to do with the trucking industry :) Oh.. and it needs a Diesel Brothers built motor :O

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

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!!

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.

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

That thing has a face only its mother could love 🙂 Good luck getting that into an RV Park. Thanks 4 sharing.

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

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

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.

I could live in that. Couldn't afford it though, ha. The seating area is so sweet you'd almost not want to break it down into a bed. A wet bathroom like that sometimes has a circular shower curtain to save the walls.

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 . ❤️

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. 👍🏻😎👍🏻

Take that thing up to Kilgore ID. Good camping and good riding. There's a once in a lifetime feature up there you should see too.

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!

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

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.

You gotta leave it like it is. Just make it safe. Change them tires. Flush out the engine , brakes, transmission, radiator . Make the propane system safe . Clean out the fresh water supply. Maybe put a tv up in it. I'd leave it a shaggin wagon.maybe do a solar power system .a side awning. Make it comfortable to your needs as well. Like maybe a outdoor projector. Maybe even some slide outs.

Nice job blokes, nice pick up! Nice music! Nice drive! Thanks Dave and Crew! Ok,, keep it, for when overnight stuff like Cerro Gordo, I always thought you needed a coffee hole or a place to cadge 35 when sometimes.

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.

turn it into a flatbed like we did with our camper! excavator makes quick work...

I live in Reno, Nevada. My two kids live in Denver, Colorado. I can confirm there is a whole lot of nothing between Reno and Salt Lake City. There is one exception, the, "Measured Mile." But still, there is nothing there except three miles of flat sand.

Think I might make something like that gives me inspiration. You guys are awesome always doing positive things for your community and the people around you. I hope more people follow your example.

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

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

You have so cool toys! I think you will have all sorts of fun with the tracked van once you get a new engine in it! I hope you will keep it once you get it running the way you want it!

as a force retired truck driver, I absolutely love it, and I agree with others a classic Rig like that, deserves to have new life brought back to it, an put back to work/vacationing/camping.. heck if you are going to get rid of it give it to me. I will live in it! it is nicer than my crapy mobile home

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!

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

That would make a good home to some one who lost their job who just turned 65 and recently disabled. To top it off trans too. The trifecta of what not to do later in life. Drive semi 21 years. Now trying to buy Freightliner cargo van to be able to go back to work. Good luck gentlemen.

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.

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

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

You should bag it!! Make it sit on the ground. Modernoze the interior with flip down tvs and but some glass packs on it.

Keep it, you might need it on one of your rescue/recovery mission, maybe? Who knows. As you said, it's mint. Use it until you found someone might need, then sell it or give it away.

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!!!

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

My first video I've ever seen with you guys buying that rv, loved everything since!

Never heard the horn....looks awesome. Definately feeling the vibe. One of those cases when "If I had the money", I would camp outside your door and hound you like a lost puppy till you sold him to me!" Was curious if the guy that built him did any other vehicles? Genius regardless. Great video btw.

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

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 😉

You should make a mini series renovating it and making everything modern and completely off grid. Then overhaul the outside to set it up with off roading capabilities

I wanna see y'all restore it and take it all around the country to places it's never been!! Live it up in style!!!

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.

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

What a Gem 💎 KEEP IT ... I want to see this beauty again in your videos ❤ On the road trips and recoveries - its perfect 👌

Find a semi frame and motor/ trans and swap em out. Use semi wheels and tires and make it the ultimate 1 of 1 toter home/ road trip machine. Perfect for a bumper pull trailer/ looks bad ass and can definitely haul for thousands of miles with little downtime.

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.

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

Dave, That thing pulls boats, a big boat at that, give the interior a hard use with the same interior you did the black hawk, then use it for extreme things

I would head straight for Yosemite, Tahoe and Mammoth...then follow the Sierra Nevada to Oregon. I'm so jealous!!