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Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 05-11-2017, 09:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,469
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Thank you for the advice! Taming it in to Thomas...

Thank you for the advice! Taming it in to Thomas busses tomorow. Thankfully thre isnone here in the middle of nowhere Nebraska!
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 05-11-2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,469
Posted By NorcalSurvival
The thing is is it will run fine in the mornings...

The thing is is it will run fine in the mornings but as the day goes in the engine gets hotter the more it happens. I just had to pull off on the side of the road because it's basically so bad now...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 05-11-2017, 05:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,469
Posted By NorcalSurvival
I have no idea where the computer is on this...

I have no idea where the computer is on this thing or the timing sensors.
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 05-11-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,469
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Help! Cat 3126 stalling!

We are currently on the road in our 2000 Thomas built MVP RE with a Cat 3126 engine and an Allison transmission. For the last 1500 miles we have had many problems with the engine stalling randomly....
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-16-2016, 08:29 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Today marks a major milestone in #thelosercruiser...

Today marks a major milestone in #thelosercruiser build! Major construction is over! We have bedrooms, closets, kitchen, shower, water, electricity, plumbing and plenty of room! So glad this is just...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-25-2016, 07:48 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
I got a lot done this weekend. • Friday...

I got a lot done this weekend.

• Friday night, I installed all the 12 volt LED lighting, the 12 volt fuse panel, the deep cell marine battery and the converter/charger. Saturday I took on the...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-19-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-18-2016, 09:20 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Got a lot done this weekend. The last wall is...

Got a lot done this weekend. The last wall is pretty much done. The main counter top is seamed and the sink and cook top have been set in place. Wired the main counter outlet and the microwave outlet...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-18-2016, 09:15 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
The studs are cleated with 2x3's (see image) ...

The studs are cleated with 2x3's (see image)

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Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-17-2016, 07:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Todays progress... I got the kitchen and living...

Todays progress... I got the kitchen and living room floor done, including the fuel tank access panel (floor), Also got the last wall framed, behind the driver seat, and the front door hung. More...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-11-2016, 07:48 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Thank you.. Trying to be done by Oct. 1st!

Thank you.. Trying to be done by Oct. 1st!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-11-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Got a lot done this weekend. Re-Sealed the...

Got a lot done this weekend. Re-Sealed the Emergency Hatches. Finished both living room and kitchen walls. The OSB plywood you see will be hidden by the couch and on the opposite side the OSB will be...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-09-2016, 10:36 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Scored some cabinets from my work. We are...

Scored some cabinets from my work. We are remodeling a 4000 sq ft house (kitchen and bath) and these are a few of the cabinets that came out if. My boss was planning on selling them for $50 each. We...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-05-2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
A picture of the ORIGINAL Loser Cruiser on the...

A picture of the ORIGINAL Loser Cruiser on the last day of it's existence.It blew up in Tucson AZ, which is also it's final resting place.
...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-05-2016, 07:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
We have decided to change the name to "The Loser...

We have decided to change the name to "The Loser Cruiser". We chose this name because it has history with our family. About 10 years ago, we had a crappy Suburban and one of my daughters dubbed it...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-05-2016, 05:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Thanks for all the compliments! I got a lot...

Thanks for all the compliments!

I got a lot of little things done today... Removed and re-arranged some of the windows (to hide the emergency exit windows). I cleaned up my massive mess that I had...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-04-2016, 05:44 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Another 10 Hour day spent on the bus.. Not sure...

Another 10 Hour day spent on the bus.. Not sure why but it doesn't feel like I got that much done today...
...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-03-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
This one: Shop Square D 12-Circuit 6-Space...

This one:

Shop Square D 12-Circuit 6-Space 100-Amp Main Lug Convertible Load Center at Lowes.com...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-03-2016, 06:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Got a lot more framing and paneling done today.....

Got a lot more framing and paneling done today.. Just about ready to start on the kitchen and living room!
...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-28-2016, 06:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
I got most of the paneling and insulation done on...

I got most of the paneling and insulation done on the master bedroom; same goes for Natalie's bedroom. I am trying to be as conservative as possible when it comes to material, which is why nothing is...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-21-2016, 05:45 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Got a lot more framing done today! Natalie's room...

Got a lot more framing done today! Natalie's room is pretty much all framed out. Her Bunk bed is ready for plywood. There is going to be a lot of finish work to be done once all the panels go up....
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-20-2016, 10:43 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
It is getting insulation.. just not the ceiling...

It is getting insulation.. just not the ceiling for now.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-20-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Zoning: No new Issues to Report Walls and...

Zoning: No new Issues to Report

Walls and Ceiling Panels: Not removing the Panels on the roof and ceiling but I am framing over them and insulating over existing. The ceiling Will most likely not...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-20-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Today I took down the old Air Conditioner Wall...

Today I took down the old Air Conditioner Wall because I hated the paneling. Lowered the AC unit and installed a drain hose for it. Then I framed the Master Bedroom walls and Master Bed Frame....
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-18-2016, 12:12 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,242
Posted By NorcalSurvival
Sub Floor is 99.9% done! Next is waterproofing...

Sub Floor is 99.9% done! Next is waterproofing and resealing windows!
...
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