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Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-20-2018, 10:42 AM
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Views: 1,727
Posted By Shiftynick
Vicaribus - 23' 1998 Thomas Vista 3600 - Tour and Guide

Introducing Vicaribus (cross-posted in shortie conversions).

After a year long conversion and a couple months on the road, we have finally wrapped up our conversion guide and tour photos and...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 06-20-2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,760
Posted By Shiftynick
Thanks, we spent a lot of time (and $$)...

Thanks, we spent a lot of time (and $$) researching and building that power system.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 06-19-2018, 11:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,760
Posted By Shiftynick
Vicaribus - 23' 1998 Thomas Vista 3600 - Tour and Guide

Hey there, after a year long conversion and a couple months on the road, we have finally wrapped up our conversion guide and tour photos and video.
...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-10-2017, 09:58 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
I added a writeup of the '2000 mile shakedown' to...

I added a writeup of the '2000 mile shakedown' to our website:

https://i1.wp.com/vicarib.us/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/2000-mile-shakedown.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1
...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-10-2017, 09:56 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Turns out it was just a beeper that let's you...

Turns out it was just a beeper that let's you know when the ignition is "ON" but not running. It only started working after some jiggling. I took it out.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-03-2017, 01:15 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Well, yesterday I had a hell of a time getting it...

Well, yesterday I had a hell of a time getting it to start again, but eventually got it. Today, no such luck. I'm not getting any pressure from the fuel bleeder by the fuel filter any more. I'm...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 04:00 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Seems good after running for a while, threw some...

Seems good after running for a while, threw some fuel cleaner in there as a bonus.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 03:17 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
I hope you folks following this thread are into...

I hope you folks following this thread are into comedy, because there will surely be more to follow.

Turns out I left the fuel cap off at my last refuel. (Or rednecks got to me, but decided to...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
I checked the glow plug relay, it is getting 12V...

I checked the glow plug relay, it is getting 12V when the key is in the "ON" position.

Also, there is something beeping from the dash too. I noticed this on my first cold morning on the road as...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
I wait for the light each try. There is white...

I wait for the light each try. There is white smoke - I know this because I see it coming out of the apparently loose exhaust connection to the turbo.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
I'm waiting for the light. At first it seems to...

I'm waiting for the light. At first it seems to turn over a few times then chokes out. Subsequent attempts I only hear the starter.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 10:12 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Hmm, initial research says it should crank fine...

Hmm, initial research says it should crank fine at 35 degrees Fahrenheit
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 10:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
So I finished my 2000 mile shakedown and made it...

So I finished my 2000 mile shakedown and made it to Denver, only other issue was a blown tire a couple hundred miles after the gas debacle. Luckily I pulled into a truck stop with a Goodyear center...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 09:58 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
No worries, I eventually spotted the bleeder...

No worries, I eventually spotted the bleeder valve by the fuel filter and learned a good lesson.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2017, 09:56 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Just a couple couches and some random junk.

Just a couple couches and some random junk.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Ok, turns out there was a bleeder valve next to...

Ok, turns out there was a bleeder valve next to my fuel filter on the top of the tank - crank, bleed, crank, bleed, cranked, started. Figured it out before the roadside assistance got to me, so saved...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2017, 10:04 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Nope.. but I have assistance on the way.. in two...

Nope.. but I have assistance on the way.. in two hours
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2017, 09:48 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Yup... signed up for Good Sam, trying to get...

Yup... signed up for Good Sam, trying to get someone out to prime it
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2017, 07:58 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Well, ran out of gas on I-10 this morning, have a...

Well, ran out of gas on I-10 this morning, have a jerry can, but haven't been able to crank after adding a few gallons.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-28-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
12560 Questions for you, how big is your gas...

12560

Questions for you, how big is your gas tank and what MPGs are you seeing? Right now I don't have a working fuel gauge.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-27-2017, 02:26 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Ah, AT542 it is

Ah, AT542 it is
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-27-2017, 02:09 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
DMV Update

I went back in for my second attempt at titling to a Motor Home today. I brought in my affidavit claiming that the 110V wiring was installed, and a printout of Florida TL-13 with the pertaining...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-27-2017, 01:58 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Awesome! Any Vista specific tips? I checked...

Awesome! Any Vista specific tips?

I checked my plaque, but no mention of engine/transmission.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-27-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Thanks! I know it has a the T444E, not...

Thanks!

I know it has a the T444E, not actually sure which transmission it is yet.

The plan is, bed w/ under storage in the rear, shower/composting toilet in the middle on the right side,...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-26-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,349
Posted By Shiftynick
Vicaribus: 1998 Thomas Vista

Hey folks. Just getting started converting this 98 Vista shorty.

https://i2.wp.com/vicarib.us/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/1.jpg?zoom=2&fit=480%2C640&ssl=1

We plan on spending the next 12 months...
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