Well went back and did it right the second time...
Located exactly where the access covers are for sending units on top of the tanks. So to make replacement EZ'r!
Will be finishing up hearth today hopefully, anxious to get the chimney in.
Well... hearth is almost ready for seal. Drying time a bit longer today, high humidity, which is unusual here. Still racking my brain for best way to attach chimney pipe to ceiling/roof and still be able to trim properly. I, as usual, am probably over building... Imagine that...
Had a great time in the Blue Mountains... three days and nights. Was nice and cozy in the bus and around the fire. Now back to work on it. Looking for rv windows to install after skinning. Only problems on trip; 1) Coolant hose rubbing against pulley gave way to spray, just shortened and re-attached. 2) Charging system seems to be only putting out 13 volts or so, which makes me start the bus from motor after sitting a few days, key won't do it. Great time had by all, lots of big booms, bangs, and "oh yeah" 's...
Plenty of room to park and very little snow.
That's a big rig to get into the hills. Any trouble on the roads or getting into the camping spot?
Rich
Nope... only two challenges Rich; 1) Finding a spot long enough to keep her nose out of the road at site, there were several, and (2)
keeping my mouth shut as my friend made an attempt at a sharp turn onto a narrow bridge... All went well, but I did nick a small side panel right in front of the forward cargo hatch... thank God for steel. The boulder apparently wanted to move from it's resting place a bit... glad I could oblige!
Looks like a great time, sitting at a campfire looking at the skoolie in the firelight and thinking, ya this is friggin cool, now where did I set my beer? Priceless.
Tracy
Been awhile... work and full time school keeps me busy. Did manage to get the wood stove in last weekend. This weekend calls for flooring. Will catch up with some photos soon. Better get busy, annual Bluewood Mountain trip Feb 7-9. YUP!
Chimney Attached to sheet metal for now till I get some "C" channel for bracing between roof and ceiling.
Note to self: If roof sealer has been frozen or close to it , it will not adhere and will run down the side and make a mess.
Keeps the bus around 65 deg at the drivers area when outside temp about 30+-. Setting the vent to low-med. On high vent, windows need to be opened...
Have the first bunk framed in. Next to it will be #2 bunk with 94 gallon water tank under it.
Insulation should be complete before this stage, but I am readying for a winter camp-out in the Blue Mountains in Feb. So, bunk and water and toilet, then after trip, insulate. But of course, window removal with steel panels and insulation before that...
Good job on the stove install. The piece you used on the roof is made for plumbing. If it was steel, it would help hold the chimney upright. However, I think you made the right choice as long as the outside of your insulated pipe never gets too hot. Most of that insulated pipe is made for 0 clearance to combustibles, so it should be fine.
I also know that no company makes a metal roof jack that will conform to the curved shape of a bus roof. Again, you chose the best piece for the job.
Just out of curiosity, why are you changing the single wall pipe over the stove to double wall? Won't that section just add a bit more heat to the room?
Nat
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Good job on the stove install. The piece you used on the roof is made for plumbing. If it was steel, it would help hold the chimney upright. However, I think you made the right choice as long as the outside of your insulated pipe never gets too hot. Most of that insulated pipe is made for 0 clearance to combustibles, so it should be fine.
I also know that no company makes a metal roof jack that will conform to the curved shape of a bus roof. Again, you chose the best piece for the job.
Just out of curiosity, why are you changing the single wall pipe over the stove to double wall? Won't that section just add a bit more heat to the room?
Nat
The roof jack (flexible high temp silicone) on top is made for high temp penetrations, steam pipes, chimneys, etc. (http://abccatalog.com/view_groups.asp?idgroup=408) and the sticker on it says up to 1600 deg. That is why I used such heavy steel on inside for support. The top two feet of chimney and spark arrestor twist off and removed while in motion, then back on while parked. I used a screw on roof cap while not in use or driving. Only 6-8 inches is exposed outside while driving. So all weight is inside, and much less resistance on the road. Plus stove is bolted to floor and frame. Oh, and as far as double wall all the way down, there is two reasons...First, double wall is manufactured to twist and seat together, making a stronger joint. In addition I added the seam strap, (factory) over the joint, which makes the joint virtually as one. I cannot walk up and push on the joint and move it. Second reason... it looks better! ... and with that stove (blaze king) I will never have trouble with not enough heat. (Is that three??)
The roof jack (flexible high temp silicone) on top is made for high temp penetrations, steam pipes, chimneys, etc. (http://abccatalog.com/view_groups.asp?idgroup=408) and the sticker on it says up to 1600 deg.
Nice, so you found the roof jack that all the members on here should be using.
Nat
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New tie rods last week and replaced an air hose going to the compressor. Now I am having (randomly) starting issues. Only when real warm (engine) or real cold. Maybe starter rebuild time. Going to fill potable water tank tomorrow to determine if I have any leaks before I start install. The little sensors on the level marks are missing so I need to find some of those too. Still have not decided which control board to use for tanks and batteries and stuff like that, may just build one.
Moving forward... progress, not perfection they say!
Well, back to business... took six months off to remodel a rental, move into a new house, and I even found time to marry my best friend! So... now we are settling back into the "DO BUS" mode and can't believe all the stuff we have missed here!! Trying to catch up on some of you, as we have time. I did purchase a package deal on CriagsList in the spring from a wrecked (took the side out on an inside turn in the mountains along a guard rail, insurance totaled it ) 2010 fifth wheel. A guy bought the whole thing and I was able to get all the appliances (w/h 10 gal, convection oven/micro, forced air furnace, cook-top, stereo, toilet, and two roof airs. Scored big time on the frig (double door, double freezer) and it will be nice to know I am putting two year old equipment into "Tumbleweed". Look forward to some progress now. Will keep you posted as we knock down the cobwebs and get back to it! Here is the beauty that puts up with me!
Imagine that... 
... and with that stove (blaze king) I will never have trouble with not enough heat. (Is that three??) 
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