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Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-13-2018, 06:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,682
Posted By BigDavid
I have a 6k window unit & it will run off of a...

I have a 6k window unit & it will run off of a 750 inverter. You can get a brand new rooftop a.c. system for less than $600. I bet the you'll have that much time, money & labor in your junkyard fix.
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 03-09-2018, 11:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,924
Posted By BigDavid
I have the 545 & no leaks. I need to add a...

I have the 545 & no leaks. I need to add a cooler. #lazy. The hills are miles apart.
Thanks for the response.
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 03-09-2018, 06:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,924
Posted By BigDavid
DTA 360 turbo

I'm thinking the turbo is going out. How do I know for sure?
When driving it will pull a hill, the next hill which is less steep it will not pull as well.
If it starts to lug down I can put it in...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-21-2018, 08:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,243
Posted By BigDavid
I drove my bus thru 2 other states with a tag...

I drove my bus thru 2 other states with a tag that expired 2 years ago. Never had a problem. BOS is all you need.


Well, & insurance.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-21-2018, 04:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,733
Posted By BigDavid
Welcome. I have the same bus but mine is a toy...

Welcome.
I have the same bus but mine is a toy hauler (Jeep).
The paint job is awesome!!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-12-2018, 04:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,027
Posted By BigDavid
My bus came with windshield, door & window...

My bus came with windshield, door & window curtains. Real simple. The rod is small pvc pipe supported by conduit holders (looks like a C). The curtains are just material with a pocket hem.
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 12-19-2017, 04:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 31,498
Posted By BigDavid
I'm on GA & mine is registered as a RV. Its $240...

I'm on GA & mine is registered as a RV. Its $240 a year for liability.
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 12-14-2017, 04:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,053
Posted By BigDavid
I got mine thru them too. But 2 weeks later got a...

I got mine thru them too. But 2 weeks later got a cancellation notice. I'm in GA & they Farmed it out to Progressive.
I found a independent agent & now pay 1/2 what I would have paid thru FB. I now...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-08-2017, 04:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,599
Posted By BigDavid
The Ikea link is dead. We have a standard...

The Ikea link is dead.
We have a standard futon & its big enough for 2 adults. The memory foam is a nice touch.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-06-2017, 03:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,624
Posted By BigDavid
No. In September I paid $20 for the tag & $50 for...

No. In September I paid $20 for the tag & $50 for "road impact fee".
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-05-2017, 04:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,624
Posted By BigDavid
In GA this is normal but you can file a appeal to...

In GA this is normal but you can file a appeal to have them base it on what you actually paid. When I transferred my bus into my name they saw on the bill of sale I paid $1500 for it & they charged...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 11-12-2017, 05:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,469
Posted By BigDavid
My bus came from Mississippi already titled as a...

My bus came from Mississippi already titled as a RV. I asked the seller if it was a northern bus because I didn't want a rust bucket. He said it was from a school district the next county over in MS....
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 11-11-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,033
Posted By BigDavid
You could look at blem batteries. I can get any...

You could look at blem batteries. I can get any size for $35. I had one in my Jeep for 3 years. The alternator bearing took a dump & I changed the battery with another blem when I replaced the...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-27-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,178
Posted By BigDavid
Meet at your local bank branch & have them cut a...

Meet at your local bank branch & have them cut a check or if cash is a must, tell the seller you will meet them at a police station. If the seller is legit you will have a nice bus if not you will...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 09-24-2017, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,627
Posted By BigDavid
The tank was 600 gallons. The fuel was 5k lbs. My...

The tank was 600 gallons. The fuel was 5k lbs. My mistake.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 09-20-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,241
Posted By BigDavid
Search Craiglist for a mobile welder in the area...

Search Craiglist for a mobile welder in the area you are getting the bus from. Or find a off-road forum. Some of them Jeep boys will do it for a 12 pack.
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 09-18-2017, 08:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,627
Posted By BigDavid
Well, maybe it was 3k gallons. Let me find his...

Well, maybe it was 3k gallons. Let me find his build thread & report back.
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 09-18-2017, 04:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,627
Posted By BigDavid
He is a welder by trade & the tanks were massive....

He is a welder by trade & the tanks were massive. They hung down past the skirt.
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 09-17-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,627
Posted By BigDavid
I know a guy who made his bus have 5k gallon...

I know a guy who made his bus have 5k gallon capacity of fuel in the tanks. He & his 2 sons drove from Georgia to Alaska on used vegetable oil. Its still up there so that might be a sign. Lol.
He...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 09-01-2017, 05:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,243
Posted By BigDavid
I have hydraulic brakes but wish mine were air...

I have hydraulic brakes but wish mine were air just for the simple fact that it would a onboard air supply for airing up tires & running hand tools.
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 08-29-2017, 06:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,348
Posted By BigDavid
I mistakenly told them it was 18500 gvwr. Its...

I mistakenly told them it was 18500 gvwr. Its really a tad more.
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 08-25-2017, 10:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,348
Posted By BigDavid
I'm in GA & they are charging me $50 a year for...

I'm in GA & they are charging me $50 a year for "road impact" plus the $20 tag. Its registered as a RV but it just has a.c. & a futon. Steel tent on wheels.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-24-2017, 10:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,915
Posted By BigDavid
$8k for some gaskets? I'd just get a rebuilt...

$8k for some gaskets?
I'd just get a rebuilt engine. It would be cheaper & come with a warranty.
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 08-13-2017, 04:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,177
Posted By BigDavid
My liability insurance runs $168 a year. Its thru...

My liability insurance runs $168 a year. Its thru a independent agency.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-01-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,621
Posted By BigDavid
Check around on prices. I found a mid grade 40...

Check around on prices. I found a mid grade 40 footer for $1550 delivered from 70 miles away.
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