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Forum: GM | Chevrolet Drivetrain 04-28-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,303
Posted By SDJunkMan
If you do actually need an engine, keep an eye...

If you do actually need an engine, keep an eye out for trashed motorhomes, a lot of them used 454's. I've seen a lot of older motorhomes with low mileage 454's sell real cheap (even free) after the...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 02-09-2023, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,644
Posted By SDJunkMan
It's been a while since I did my bus, but you...

It's been a while since I did my bus, but you have to have certain things complete before they will register it as an RV. Cooking, sleeping area, running water, a couple of others. You don't have to...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 11-12-2022, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 773
Posted By SDJunkMan
DeMac, Thanks for the heads up, will be...

DeMac,

Thanks for the heads up, will be checking in to a pass today!
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 10-09-2022, 06:00 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 9,791
Posted By SDJunkMan
Not sure if it is similar to my 7.3 powerstroke,...

Not sure if it is similar to my 7.3 powerstroke, but if it is, here are a couple of things you might check.
If the oil gets low the HPOP won't work (causing it not to run) unless you add oil to...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-14-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,214
Posted By SDJunkMan
Where are you in Colorado? I'll be in Denver...

Where are you in Colorado? I'll be in Denver next month. My son (who lives in Denver) has been interested in CNC routers and has talked about having some things made for a teardrop trailer he is...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 04-12-2022, 01:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 877
Posted By SDJunkMan
https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=310968668925...

https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=3109686689253130&id=100006354875920&set=gm.1803201016552832&source=48
Just saw this on FB, in Sturgis maybe?
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-06-2022, 09:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,334
Posted By SDJunkMan
The CUCV had 24volts to power radios and other...

The CUCV had 24volts to power radios and other military equipment. It was built especially for the military and the electrical system is totally different then civilian diesels. Most 6.2 and 6.5...
Forum: Forum Admin | Account Help | Suggestion Box 04-05-2022, 08:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,382
Posted By SDJunkMan
There's a shuttle bus at auction in Belle ...

There's a shuttle bus at auction in Belle Fourche today.
https://americanagva.dvauction.com/events/137327
2003 Ford E450 17 passenger van, handicap access, 135,500 miles, 7.3 diesel, auto, new...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-04-2022, 07:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,334
Posted By SDJunkMan
Might be a safety switch such as a nuteral safety...

Might be a safety switch such as a nuteral safety thats interrupting the current to the starter.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-04-2022, 07:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,689
Posted By SDJunkMan
I buy a lot of tools at auctions, which are...

I buy a lot of tools at auctions, which are pretty common in my area. Estate auctions usually have tools, some have just basic cheap tools, but once in a while there will be a good one with a lot of...
Forum: Coach Conversion Projects 11-11-2021, 08:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,414
Posted By SDJunkMan
One thing to consider if going this route is...

One thing to consider if going this route is license and insurance. It will be considered a commercisl vehicle and if it has air brakes, will require an air brake endorsement to drive. Before you...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 06-04-2012, 07:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,964
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: newbie - ICE CREAM truck

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That depends on if you are serving soft serve, or dipped ice cream or pre packaged ice cream "treats". Many of the rules that apply to soft serve and dipped ice cream do not apply as...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-03-2012, 04:55 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 19,371
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: My short bus "Rolly"

I had a similar problem with my 85 Ford Skoolie. Zoning officer sent me a letter stating that it was against the city ordinances to have a commercial vehicle that is rated over one ton parked on...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 03-02-2012, 10:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

Great idea! I like the idea of putting the flathead back in, never really thought about that. I might have to keep it, and possibly swap it back in after I get the rest of the project done. I really...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 03-02-2012, 09:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

Here are a couple of shots of the Dodge/Winnebago chassis that I will be using. You can easily tell what the ugly beast was from the first one. All of the nose section and floor for the drivers...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 03-02-2012, 09:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

Not even keeping the frame, will mount the body on the frame off the Winnebago. That will give me a more up to date and safer running gear, including power brakes, with disc brakes up front, power...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 01-21-2012, 10:30 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 192,553
Posted By SDJunkMan
Steel studs

I really like the idea of using steel studs for framing in the bus, straight, strong, light weight, and easy to work with.

As for storage under the couch, I agree, you always need more, could...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 01-21-2012, 10:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

Hopefully not much Bondo, I plan on relacing most of the sheet metal.

My original plan for Bullethole was to restore the running gear and add period speed equipment It had a 95hp flathead, and...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 01-20-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

That was all done in one day. There weren't any holes I could see when I looked it over the day before I went to pick it up. Pics were recently taken, not right after I picked it up, so it looks...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 01-20-2012, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

I tried it, let see if it works. Hopefully these pics aren't too big, if so, I can use a smaller size. Only have two pics right now.
...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 01-19-2012, 06:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

The holes are actually in the heads (it's got a flathead in it), but I'm not worried, plan to use a more modern engine (even though I do have a spare 95 hp flathead in a parts truck). I'm working on...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 01-16-2012, 02:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,904
Posted By SDJunkMan
Bullethole - 39 Ford Skoolie

Thought I would introduce myself and my project "Bullethole", a 1939 Ford Skoolie.

My name is Jeff, and I live in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Bullethole was my first bus, but not my last....
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 01-10-2012, 07:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,255
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Working on the road

You would have to be licensed by the state health department in each state you serve in and have a tax license for each state. You may also be required to purchase local business licenses, depending...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 11-22-2011, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,003
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: Need pusher rear end

I was thinking a 4.10 would be about what I need.
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 11-14-2011, 07:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,003
Posted By SDJunkMan
Re: HUH???? pusher rear end

No, they are not, according to the local truck clutch and gear shop the gears are different. Some people have flipped a front engined (tractor) rear ends and used them successfully, after changing...
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