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The Caretaker - Vehicle Facts |
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| Year, Make and
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1989 Oldsmobile Delta
88, Royale Brougham 4 door sedan |
| Engine |
3800 V6 - 4
speed transmission |
| Brakes: |
6 wheel brakes -
Front- Disc Rear - Drum |
| Front Suspension |
KYB Struts and Springs
- everything else stock |
| Rear Axles |
3,000 lbs per axle -
custom made to fit original Oldsmobile brake parts, spindles,
Hubs and wheels ( easy to service ) |
| Dimensions: |
27.5 Ft long, |
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8 Ft High |
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7.5 Ft Wide |
| Fuel Efficiency: |
15.5 MPG |
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The Caretaker -
Construction Information |
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important to remember that for safety reasons the vehicle has to
maintain it's integrity unitized construction and crush
zones. This factor along with the weight distribution and
load make for a comfortable, and safe ride. |
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| Frame: |
From the original
frame rails, (over the rear) The Caretaker is constructed with
ladder type rails, that being the center point to the rear |
| Side Rails: |
Built outwards - this
making the interior floor space |
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support this, the original rocker panels, B pillars and the roof
line are all joined together with an arch way that eliminates
any flex. It is supported again to the side rails and the
rear compartment endoskeleton. |
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outside walls are made with sheet metal , no aluminum - that's
just for airplanes. This design feature keeps the complete
vehicle unitized. |
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Frame - Rear to Front
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Frame - Right Side
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Interior Drivers
Compartment |
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| The Caretaker - Interior Design Features |
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- Hidden rear loading ramp with
12 volt electric roll up door
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- 10,000 BTU Propane Heater
(external 20lb tank)
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- 12 volt/115 Electric Fridge
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- Vented Cooking Facilities
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- Completed insulated with
Reflectix ( two layers of 99% pure aluminum separated by a
5/16' dead air space. This gives the most insulation
value and provides safety against fire.
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| To get this desired
effect, changing the Oldsmobile front end required extensive sheet metal work on
the original hood. |
| The fenders where
changed to fit KIA headlights and an Olds Intrigue rear bumper. |
| Custom made front
grille and air dam for smooth drafting. |
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