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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-05-2022, 11:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,301
Posted By Byron
Thanks for all your responses/feedback

Thanks to all for applying so quickly. I had planned on drilling thru the beams, channels, etc. Just wanted to know if there was anyone trying it the way a well intentioned neighbor suggested. I...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 04-04-2022, 12:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,301
Posted By Byron
Bolting solar panels to rails through roof?

Hi all,

Just wondering, do folks use self tapping screws, or drill through roof support beams and lock them into place with nuts on the interior side of the roof?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-01-2021, 10:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,455
Posted By Byron
Not sure about raising theroof. I will peel the...

Not sure about raising theroof. I will peel the first panel back at the front of the bus to see what type of insulation is iin the front. Bluebird is adamant its wool not fiberglass, well see.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-01-2021, 01:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,455
Posted By Byron
Hmm! Good point. I’ll have to discreetly ask...

Hmm! Good point. I’ll have to discreetly ask about that.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-01-2021, 01:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,455
Posted By Byron
Thanks for the feedback. I guess I’ll find out...

Thanks for the feedback. I guess I’ll find out this winter. As it sits in my yard while I work on it. Hadn’t thought about a dehumidifier. I’m primarily concerned with condensation and moisture...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-31-2021, 06:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,455
Posted By Byron
No problem there, this is Alaska. Vehicles...

No problem there, this is Alaska. Vehicles running around with stoves, even pickups is not all that unusual. In states where its not an issue most folks just install them after they get insured,
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-31-2021, 12:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,455
Posted By Byron
Arctic bus conversion questions ?

Hi all,

My wife and I just bought a 40ft 2015 Bluebird that was built for service at Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. It was designed to operate in-60f to -70f. It has less that 14,000 miles on it, but...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-11-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
Thanks DeMac

Thanks DeMac
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-11-2021, 12:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
Thanks Ham, yes drag chains are the same as...

Thanks Ham, yes drag chains are the same as automatic chains. Also thanks fir the advice, especially keeping piping and tanks inside as much as possible. Not living in it yet. Just beging to change...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-11-2021, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,565
Posted By Byron
Very nice documentation to accompany your floor...

Very nice documentation to accompany your floor rebuild, excellent job.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-08-2021, 09:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By Byron
Suggestions for bus chairs, ebay? Craigslist? Dump?

Wondering if anyone has suggestions on what to do with 48 chairs I’m about to remove during my conversion.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-08-2021, 09:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
Thanks Ham. Living u- here in Fairbanks we’re...

Thanks Ham. Living u- here in Fairbanks we’re used to the cold -50f -60f temps. All you said is true. The vehicle like my cars n truck are winterized with the typical tranny and oil pan heaters,...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-08-2021, 09:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
Thanks for the feedback. Alternator os plus size....

Thanks for the feedback. Alternator os plus size. Thought about the florr heat. Otherwise heater will be used to stay warm during our -50f -60f winters. Body is in excellent condition. Crack in...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-08-2021, 11:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
No typo on idle hours, 10,050. It is fitted with...

No typo on idle hours, 10,050. It is fitted with five webasto heating vents, instead of the usual two.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-08-2021, 11:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
10,050 idle hours

10,050 idle hours
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-08-2021, 11:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
Supposedly it was in low idle mode, since it’s...

Supposedly it was in low idle mode, since it’s fitted with a webasto heater with five heating outlets. Well see!
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-07-2021, 09:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,727
Posted By Byron
New Skoolie Owner

Hi all,

Any advice on insuring an unconverted skoolie just bought one at auction today? Just need insurance to drive it home from the auction house 6 miles away. Got a 2015 Bluebird with a...
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