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Old 11-30-2016, 04:12 PM   #1
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Steps? 1 2 3

Hey!
What is a good suggested order of steps to do from past experience? What would you suggest doing 1st, 2nd, 3rd etc.

To-Do Steps:
1. FLOOR PLAN - measurements, 3D computer model, interior and exterior electrical, plumbing etc.
2. REMOVE SEATS
3. INSULATION/INSTALLATION - insulate walls/ceiling/floor where needed, electrical/plumbing/solar/water installation and appliance hook-ups
4. INSTAL APPLIANCES - bed, fridge, shower etc.
5. BUILD WALLS - know where everything is going to be
6. CABINETRY - build storage, guest futon, kitchen counter, sink etc.

Is there anything that I should seriously not do before doing something else? Tips suggestions?

Heres my bus I just got 3 days ago: http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/5872444363.html

Thanks!

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Old 11-30-2016, 04:19 PM   #2
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Floor plan can always be changed, so I'd stay flexible on that.

Make sure you have places to store a bus available to you, or it can really suck. Also make sure to get the bus totally up to date on maintenance and stuff. Tires are really pricey but money well spent if yours are old, rotted, or worn down.
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Old 11-30-2016, 04:30 PM   #3
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Our driveway is extremely tight!! I mean like 1 foot clearance on each side (house on one side and fence on the other). We're renting the house btw. I have access through the front door and back though with a decent fenced backyard.

Condition is extremely good, perfect 90% tires, no rust, new engine, trans, paint, lights, seats, brakes, as of 2015! I got it for 3,450. I posted a link above.

Since we live in the ghetto lol, Ill have security camera, motion sensor light, alarm on front and back door, lock bus, lock gate, gun ready. Its all needed where I live.
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Old 11-30-2016, 05:19 PM   #4
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Our driveway is extremely tight!! I mean like 1 foot clearance on each side (house on one side and fence on the other). We're renting the house btw. I have access through the front door and back though with a decent fenced backyard.

Condition is extremely good, perfect 90% tires, no rust, new engine, trans, paint, lights, seats, brakes, as of 2015! I got it for 3,450. I posted a link above.

Since we live in the ghetto lol, Ill have security camera, motion sensor light, alarm on front and back door, lock bus, lock gate, gun ready. Its all needed where I live.
I didn't realize Savannah was so ghetto.
Well I'd just look out for "little angels" breaking out windows for fun.

Looks like a nice bus- I have an early one and they're amazing machines! I'll watch for updates and pics.
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Old 11-30-2016, 07:49 PM   #5
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thats a nice lookin rig!! definitely change the oil, use your 3 way test strips on the coolant!!!!! changethe fuel filters / water separator.. even though it looks ot have been maintained previous.. these are things good to do so you know ehere you are at... International DTs like clean oil!!!

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