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Electrical, Charging and Solar
01-01-2023, 02:40 AM
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Equipment needed for battery monitoring
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pardon me
Not sure if you were conflating the two, but just in case you didn't realize this - Lithium iron phosphate batteries aka LiFePo4 contain no cobalt (or nickel).
Rejoice. I can sleep well knowing...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
12-01-2022, 04:21 AM
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Insurance! SOLVED!!! Look
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NovaTRON
American Family Insurance, anyone?
Another option I don't see often mentioned,
American Family Insurance.
I've found them great to work with, though I've never filed a claim, mind you :whistling:
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Heating, Cooling and Appliances
10-13-2022, 09:21 AM
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Does Spray Foam Adhere to Kilmat?
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NovaTRON
Spray Foam prices have really climbed in the last...
Spray Foam prices have really climbed in the last 3 years. I was getting quoted of $5k+ to foam a 30 foot bus (650 sq ft) to 3". Ended up getting it done for $2400 , but had to travel and do all...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
12-23-2021, 05:28 PM
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Oaky, any problems with CoachNet?
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NovaTRON
AAA RV coverage is not available in every State....
AAA RV coverage is not available in every State. I'm in WA where it is not available.:nonono:
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
11-08-2021, 07:50 PM
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Thomas Tall Roof Raise
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NovaTRON
You do not want to cut below the windows, unless...
You do not want to cut below the windows, unless you plan to keep them.
Again, cutting the angled part is no issue at all, the hat channel will flex enough to get them to go where they need to.
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
11-08-2021, 02:37 PM
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Good Sam, not so good?
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NovaTRON
I never used Sam's service, but I had serious...
I never used Sam's service, but I had serious doubts about them coming through when you actual might need them.. I've heard stories of run-arounds, forcing you to fight for the service you paid for...
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Plumbing, Water and Waste
11-08-2021, 02:24 PM
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Shower wall material
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NovaTRON
Poured Epoxy faux marble?
Any one seen or thought about doing DIY epoxy walls using foam? It's build similar to a surf board, so it's fairly tough, & insulative so it won't be cold like real stone/ marble (thought that cold...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
11-06-2021, 04:40 PM
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Good sam cancels bus conversions
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NovaTRON
Not too bad compared to SAM's $175 platinum plan...
Not too bad compared to SAM's $175 platinum plan that I've never used.:trash:
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
11-06-2021, 04:38 PM
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Good sam cancels bus conversions
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NovaTRON
Will that be Visa or Mastercard? :whistling:
Will that be Visa or Mastercard? :whistling:
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
11-06-2021, 04:20 PM
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Good Sam, not so good?
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NovaTRON
When I called SAM's they said our records show...
When I called SAM's they said our records show you have a "bus conversion" and I said, "Well, so you know why I'm calling then.", then said "yes" and proceeded to cancel and refund, no runaround at...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
11-06-2021, 04:14 PM
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Good Sam, not so good?
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NovaTRON
Former "commercial" vehicles are not covered...
Former "commercial" vehicles are not covered according to the email they sent out, so I'd guess that equals a "NO". :nonono:
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
11-03-2021, 03:15 PM
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Good sam cancels bus conversions
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NovaTRON
Where to go now?
Both AAA and Coach-Net do not service WA (or some others), which at this point it seems I'm out of options for getting Road-Side Assistance coverage on my skoolie.
:frown:
Does anyone know of...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
11-01-2021, 06:47 PM
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Thomas Tall Roof Raise
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NovaTRON
My raise was only 18inches, but the slanted walls...
My raise was only 18inches, but the slanted walls were of no issue, I don't think going another 6 inches would be a problem.
https://www.skoolie.net/forums/f13/thomas-roof-raise-20894-2.html
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
10-27-2021, 08:59 PM
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Good sam cancels bus conversions
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NovaTRON
BS? Did you not read their message? Here, try it...
BS? Did you not read their message? Here, try it again:
"Our records indicate you have listed a commercial vehicle (bus conversion) on your membership file. Unfortunately, commercial vehicles...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
10-27-2021, 12:16 PM
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Good sam cancels bus conversions
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NovaTRON
Did they give you a refund?
Did they give you a refund?
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
10-27-2021, 11:40 AM
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Good sam cancels bus conversions
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NovaTRON
I got the same notice. I'm in WASHINGTON...
I got the same notice.
I'm in WASHINGTON state where AAA does not cover skoolies.
My bus is registered as an RV , though I'm in the middle of coverting, so not actively driving it...
From...
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Electrical, Charging and Solar
02-14-2021, 05:59 PM
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310w Panels
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1,871
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NovaTRON
This site has 310w panels for $99- @...
This site has 310w panels for $99- @ SignatureSolar
https://www.signaturesolar.us/categories/new/2203789000000543131
They also have 400w PERC 144 half- cells (perc's supposedly gets good power...
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Electrical, Charging and Solar
02-14-2021, 05:34 PM
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310w Panels
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NovaTRON
Pretty good deal,, though, you may find an even...
Pretty good deal,, though, you may find an even better one here @ SantanSolar
https://store.santansolar.com/product-category/solar-panels/?ref=errolprowse
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Conversion General Discussions
01-29-2021, 07:48 PM
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Thomas roof raise
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8,683
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NovaTRON
Usually takes 3 pieces to make the transition, i...
Usually takes 3 pieces to make the transition, i used 5. To connect these pieces I riveted and caulked, but across the main seams i welded from one side to the other then bondo/ seal.
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Conversion Tutorials and How-to's
11-07-2020, 04:06 PM
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Is Flex Seal a good product to use to seal floor
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NovaTRON
Rustoleum enamel. I've been really impressed with...
Rustoleum enamel. I've been really impressed with it. After some months of walking on it on the steps, haven't seen a single scratch or chip in the paint. It's a very durable cheap paint.
For...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
10-21-2020, 01:58 PM
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insurance got denied... HELP...
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NovaTRON
There's got to be a way to have both a deck and...
There's got to be a way to have both a deck and insurance, else we have an epidemic of skoolies in our community that are either uninsurable or are one claim away from devastation.
I'll probably...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
10-20-2020, 11:47 PM
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insurance got denied... HELP...
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9,296
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NovaTRON
Just adding here..
I wonder how all the skoolies with roof decks keep their insurance. It seems that most of the buses I'm familiar with have them, certainly most of the youtubers I follow have them. Wood stoves are...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-09-2020, 06:16 PM
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Painting Stainless Steel Rivets
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1,282
Posted By
NovaTRON
Here's what I did. Clean/degrease, scuff pad,...
Here's what I did. Clean/degrease, scuff pad, solvent wipe, followed by either a 2k primer or an acrylic bonding primer (which I used on any galvanized sheeting), then top coat.
I had zero issue...
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New Member Intros - Say Hello!
10-04-2020, 06:33 PM
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Hello I'm new here and in need of some help
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1,862
Posted By
NovaTRON
Rust free buses at https://www.aaabussales.com
Rust free buses at https://www.aaabussales.com
Forum:
Conversion Tutorials and How-to's
09-11-2020, 12:38 PM
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30
Thomas roof raise
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8,222
Posted By
NovaTRON
I bought my hat channel extenders from Colorado...
I bought my hat channel extenders from Colorado Custom Coach.
Thanks! I just painted, still finishing trim.. :dance:
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