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Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-12-2024, 02:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 700
Posted By TJones
I would ask the spring mechanic what he...

I would ask the spring mechanic what he recommends based on your max loaded weight. 8500 lb springs might be to harsh but if you are loaded to 10000 lbs the travel left on the 6500 l s spring may be...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-14-2024, 09:35 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 28,131
Posted By TJones
Underbody Storage Floor

I got the underbody storage floor material cut to size and fitted. I'm using 2 inch x 22 in aluminum extrusions. When I'm done welding out the frame I'll drill and bolt the aluminum panels to the...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-12-2024, 12:04 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 28,131
Posted By TJones
Thanks Chardog1971, I looked for a bus for a...

Thanks Chardog1971,

I looked for a bus for a couple of years before I found this one. I'll keep the pictures coming as I slowly make progress.

Ted
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-09-2024, 11:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 848
Posted By TJones
I think you are correct that fewer blades would...

I think you are correct that fewer blades would mean less air. You may have to go through Thomas or an after market bus parts supplier to find a fan as it is specific to your chassis cooling system...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-09-2024, 11:30 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 28,131
Posted By TJones
Generator Bracket

The generator is hanging under the bus! I finished welding up the mounting bracket today and mounted the generator to make sure that my bolt holes still lined up after welding out the bracket. The...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-09-2024, 11:03 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,493
Posted By TJones
A+ on the coffee bus! I really like the stools...

A+ on the coffee bus! I really like the stools with the counter and paint colors.

Ted
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 01-29-2024, 09:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 383
Posted By TJones
Water tanks between frame rail

I have been searching for water tanks that will fit between the frame rails on my bus without hanging far below the frame and being short enough to fit between cross members. So far I am having no...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 01-24-2024, 09:38 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 28,131
Posted By TJones
Thanks Ennonne. I hope to get it finnished...

Thanks Ennonne. I hope to get it finnished someday.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-24-2024, 09:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 638
Posted By TJones
Orientation will stay the same just not sure if...

Orientation will stay the same just not sure if using the 4 mounts is enough or should use all 6. I will try to get ahold of manchester to confirm.

Ted
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-22-2024, 11:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 638
Posted By TJones
ASME Propane Tank Mounting

The propane tank I purchased has four mounting points on the back of the tank (2 top and 2 bottom) as well as two on the top front. Are all the mounts typically used or are they used as either back...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 01-22-2024, 10:57 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 28,131
Posted By TJones
Propane Tank Mounting

Since it is winter but not negative cold out this week I was able to get back to working on the bus. My interior build is going to have to wait for warmer temperatures so that I can continue putting...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 01-20-2024, 08:12 AM
Replies: 6,481
Views: 892,934
Posted By TJones
Not mine but listed by a friend who tried to run...

Not mine but listed by a friend who tried to run a ski bus to the local hill. Message them for more details. I have not personally looked at the bus but if serious I can check it out / drive it and...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-18-2024, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,489
Posted By TJones
Great job on the spray foam and write up on the...

Great job on the spray foam and write up on the procedures!

Ted
Forum: Caterpillar Drivetrain 12-21-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,995
Posted By TJones
I don't know about the C7 but with a C15 each...

I don't know about the C7 but with a C15 each injector will have a trim file that is programmed to the computer.

Ted
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 09-29-2023, 08:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,451
Posted By TJones
If it's an aftermarket DPF that was not required...

If it's an aftermarket DPF that was not required by law at the time of manufacture and not a factory installation you should be able to remove it and replace with the original factory exhaust. If not...
Forum: Caterpillar Drivetrain 09-22-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,894
Posted By TJones
I think you would have to go to a Cat authorized...

I think you would have to go to a Cat authorized service center or find an aftermarket company that will tune CAT. The service center would look at your engine serial # and determine what HP tunes...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 09-14-2023, 11:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 836
Posted By TJones
You could install a sediment filter on the inlet...

You could install a sediment filter on the inlet to your water tank to keep junk from getting into the tank. Then the pump with suction screen followed by the cartridge filter then the UV sterilizer....
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 09-14-2023, 10:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 886
Posted By TJones
You could install rivnuts into the sheetmetal...

You could install rivnuts into the sheetmetal directly over the ribs in roof. Place the rivnuts between the two rows of rivets that attach the sheet metal to the ribs. Use the size rivnut and bolt...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-15-2023, 10:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,094
Posted By TJones
:thumb: Nice bus!

:thumb: Nice bus!
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 08-08-2023, 09:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By TJones
All I know they are a wedge style type E. Ted

All I know they are a wedge style type E.

Ted
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 08-07-2023, 07:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By TJones
Are they VDO gauges? My 2001 Bluebird has VDO....

Are they VDO gauges? My 2001 Bluebird has VDO. To get to the back of the gauges you take out the screws that hold the instrument cluster in. I replace my factory incandescent with the white LEDs. I...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 08-05-2023, 04:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,090
Posted By TJones
I'm not sure a 3 inch duct would move enough air...

I'm not sure a 3 inch duct would move enough air to help much with distributing the air from the back of the bus to the front. A box fan on the floor in the doorway / hallway to your bedroom blowing...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 08-05-2023, 10:03 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,158
Posted By TJones
The chassis and body of a bus would be no...

The chassis and body of a bus would be no different than the housing of an electric motor or frame of an appliance which need to be grounded. Special cases like a pool pump usually require an...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-30-2023, 12:21 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 28,131
Posted By TJones
Foam'N Wheel Wells

It's been a busy summer and have not had alot of time to work on the bus. I did get 2 of the wheel well boxes TIG tacked together and got 1 filled with pour in place foam. It worked well and I was...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-30-2023, 12:02 AM
Replies: 2,516
Views: 255,041
Posted By TJones
The window inserts are awesome! I hope your home...

The window inserts are awesome! I hope your home purchase goes well.

Ted
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