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Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-23-2017, 07:53 PM
Replies: 710
Views: 90,363
Posted By GreenThunder
Got my 2001 E450 for $2250 on craigslist from a...

Got my 2001 E450 for $2250 on craigslist from a dude that lived on a dirt road in northern wisconsin last August! Their out there! :smile:
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-20-2017, 10:18 PM
Replies: 710
Views: 90,363
Posted By GreenThunder
What are you doing for all of this prep work? I...

What are you doing for all of this prep work? I have a e450 shorty that the previous owner didnt give a F*** when he did the paint job. John Deere green paint slapped all over it and peeling...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-20-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 85,275
Posted By GreenThunder
No worries my cousin and I welded a chair in...

No worries my cousin and I welded a chair in place similar to yours this weekend. Mine just barely didnt have to cross the steps which was nice
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-14-2017, 11:37 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 85,275
Posted By GreenThunder
Tight build, awesome goat. Do you know the width...

Tight build, awesome goat. Do you know the width of the passenger chair when it is folded up in its upright position? I am looking to copy your chair, in my bus a Ford E450, it looks like I have...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 03-06-2017, 03:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,409
Posted By GreenThunder
How to prep for elastomeric paint?

Hi, the title pretty much says it all. I have seen a lot of people using various elastomeric paints but I havnt found to much information on how you should prep metal for it. I was planning on just...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 02-28-2017, 05:58 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 152,431
Posted By GreenThunder
Awesome build Matt! Im in the process of...

Awesome build Matt! Im in the process of converting an E450 as well. Just got my insulation and plywood on the floor and have removed my metal ceiling panels. Now on to cabinets and a wood ceiling....
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 02-20-2017, 05:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,796
Posted By GreenThunder
Its also important note although monocrystalline...

Its also important note although monocrystalline is more efficient in prime conditions they are not as good with a little bit of shade. A couple slivers of shade can in some cases shut down...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 02-08-2017, 09:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 37,727
Posted By GreenThunder
Sweet bus and awesome trip! I was out at A-basin...

Sweet bus and awesome trip! I was out at A-basin early January (unfortunately not in my bus) conditions were phenomenal. I have a 5 window Ford E450 and have very similar plans but different layout....
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-30-2016, 04:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,827
Posted By GreenThunder
Also the vapor barrier will not go up the walls....

Also the vapor barrier will not go up the walls. I am planning on just covering the floor with it (6mil plastic sheet), then after that lay down 1/2 inch insulation (wish I could go thicker, but...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-30-2016, 04:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,827
Posted By GreenThunder
Thats great to hear. Can you usual find that at...

Thats great to hear. Can you usual find that at hardware stores or big box stores? Or do you order it. Thanks for help!
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 11-30-2016, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,631
Posted By GreenThunder
Sorry for the post just answered my own...

Sorry for the post just answered my own question...
Here is a link that has lots of info about sealants for rooks like myself.
MCN - Caulk and Sealant Guide...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 11-30-2016, 12:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,631
Posted By GreenThunder
I am going to be sealing all of the windows on my...

I am going to be sealing all of the windows on my short bus this weekend. However, I am in Wisconsin and the temps for this weekend are highs around freezing and lows in the 20s. Do you know if...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-30-2016, 11:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,827
Posted By GreenThunder
My roomate and I did some leak testing last night...

My roomate and I did some leak testing last night and the source of the leaks is indeed from the windows. Glad i found this out as i almost put down my vapor barrier, insulation, and plywood.

I am...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-28-2016, 06:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 17,377
Posted By GreenThunder
How long is each slat? 30"? :Thanx:

How long is each slat? 30"?

:Thanx:
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-28-2016, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,827
Posted By GreenThunder
Water leaking down ribs of bus. HELP!!

Hello,

So I got my 2001 Ford/Thomas short bus in August. I have been gutting it, repairing and sealing the floor. The walls are also all off.

The besides sealing the floor the emergency hatch...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 10-18-2016, 05:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,791
Posted By GreenThunder
Anyone have any thoughts on these concerns??

Anyone have any thoughts on these concerns??
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 10-11-2016, 09:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,791
Posted By GreenThunder
I bought a stove! After your guys input I wanted...

I bought a stove! After your guys input I wanted something smaller.

Here it is: GreenThunder Conversion by mccolgan4731 | Photobucket...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 10-07-2016, 02:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,791
Posted By GreenThunder
Thanks for all of the input guys! I looked up the...

Thanks for all of the input guys! I looked up the sardines and they are very sweet but out of my budget. pannebreaux where did you get your spark from? Like I said i will also be starting a build...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 10-06-2016, 12:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,791
Posted By GreenThunder
Is this stove to big for my bus?

Hello, long time reader first time poster. So I just recently scooped up a 2001 E450 5 window short bus. Im looking to heat it with a wood stove because when I get out of school I want to go to...
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