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International | Navistar Drivetrain
08-28-2023, 12:50 PM
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2000 International / DT-466 / AT-545 … Towing and mountains
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Gyrkin
My old bus had a DT 466 engine, but it had the...
My old bus had a DT 466 engine, but it had the MT643 transmission so a little bit of apples to oranges. I towed my Tacoma all the time with it. Yes, it was slow going up steep grades, but it did it.
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
12-12-2021, 10:05 PM
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Towing a car with a 5.9 and AT545
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3,648
Posted By
Gyrkin
Yes I flat tow. I have a 2000 Tacoma, v6, 4x4...
Yes I flat tow. I have a 2000 Tacoma, v6, 4x4 with a manual transmission. I just put the transmission in neutral, the transfer case in 2H and unlock the steering wheel. Toyota says you can't flat tow...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
11-28-2021, 06:47 PM
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Towing a car with a 5.9 and AT545
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3,648
Posted By
Gyrkin
I don't know if this will help you or not, but I...
I don't know if this will help you or not, but I have a 32' bus with a DT466, an MT643 transmission, and a 4.10 rear end. I tow my 2000 Tacoma pickup all the time. It's pretty slow going up steep...
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Heating, Cooling and Appliances
11-26-2021, 05:39 PM
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Wood stove
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2,942
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Gyrkin
When all you guys are talking about insurance are...
When all you guys are talking about insurance are you talking full coverage, or liability? I only have liability on my bus, and when I got it they didn't really care what I had in my bus. Just told...
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Plumbing, Water and Waste
07-27-2021, 10:12 AM
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Those of you full time boondockers who went big with fresh water storage…
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Posted By
Gyrkin
We average 6 gallons/ day with judicious use....
We average 6 gallons/ day with judicious use. That is for cooking, washing dishes, general cleaning and sponge baths, not showers.
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
06-23-2021, 09:39 AM
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How much more expensive are 2007 and newer buses to own and maintain?
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Posted By
Gyrkin
I drive school bus for a living and have driven a...
I drive school bus for a living and have driven a good number of different busses with and without emissions control. The ones that have been the most trouble are the early years of the emissions...
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New Member Intros - Say Hello!
06-22-2021, 03:11 PM
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Canadian winters - HELP
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4,753
Posted By
Gyrkin
Batteries work just fine and diesel fuel (if you...
Batteries work just fine and diesel fuel (if you get winter blend) flows just fine at those temperatures, and even lower. A wood stove will keep even an un-insulated bus warm at those temperatures....
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Conversion General Discussions
06-18-2021, 05:15 PM
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Headliner Ceiling Material
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1,389
Posted By
Gyrkin
I would worry that excessive heat could cause any...
I would worry that excessive heat could cause any adhesive to fail. What about screws with fender washers? You could paint them, and they would probably blend in fairly well.
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Heating, Cooling and Appliances
06-18-2021, 05:08 PM
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Remove and Keep Floor Heater
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2,432
Posted By
Gyrkin
So it's a shortie? Are you going to insulate...
So it's a shortie?
Are you going to insulate it? If so you might be able to get away with just the dash heater. I would never attempt it, but then again I live in Wyoming. If you can work the...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
06-15-2021, 06:20 PM
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Skoolies and the RPG hobby
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3,113
Posted By
Gyrkin
I think he's talking about table top RPGs like...
I think he's talking about table top RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons.
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
06-15-2021, 06:02 PM
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Skoolies and the RPG hobby
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3,113
Posted By
Gyrkin
I started playing table top RPGs in 1979, and...
I started playing table top RPGs in 1979, and have been at it ever since. Now I am introducing my grandkids to it. Never been to a convention, so I'm not much help there. Also don't think I have ever...
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Heating, Cooling and Appliances
06-07-2021, 01:49 PM
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Has anyone skipped pulling the inside panels to insulate, then regretted it?
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Posted By
Gyrkin
If you are going to be fair weather camping I...
If you are going to be fair weather camping I wouldn't insulate. I did not insulate mine and don't regret it. I mostly camp in the mountains, so heat is rarely a problem. I have a wood stove, so cold...
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International | Navistar Drivetrain
06-07-2021, 10:25 AM
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Allison Shifting Early
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4,411
Posted By
Gyrkin
If the above suggestions don't help just shift it...
If the above suggestions don't help just shift it manually. Instead of putting it in drive when you start off, put it in a lower gear. 3rd is usually a good starting point. Then shift manually...
Forum:
Skoolie Life
06-04-2021, 06:25 PM
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what do you "do"?
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92,240
Posted By
Gyrkin
Rocks are cool and all, but not near as...
Rocks are cool and all, but not near as interesting as birds. :biggrin:
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Skoolie Life
06-04-2021, 06:24 PM
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what do you "do"?
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92,240
Posted By
Gyrkin
I'm actually in the process of doing it again....
I'm actually in the process of doing it again. Our school district is retiring another good one. It's a 2003 rear engine Thomas. It's a good bus, has always been dependable. Also has a transmission...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
06-04-2021, 05:14 PM
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Towing a car
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3,971
Posted By
Gyrkin
I think that's a cover their ass thing because...
I think that's a cover their ass thing because I've flat towed my 2000 Tacoma thousands of miles. Manual transmission of course, and 4wd. I unlock the steering wheel, put the transmission in neutral,...
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Skoolie Life
06-04-2021, 05:07 PM
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339
what do you "do"?
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92,240
Posted By
Gyrkin
Browsing through this thread it's not surprising...
Browsing through this thread it's not surprising that there are a wide variety of occupations. What is surprising, to me at least, is there are very few school bus drivers. Well that's what I do. I...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
06-01-2021, 05:40 PM
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6
Ha! Legally too slow
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983
Posted By
Gyrkin
I find it funny that you are required to be...
I find it funny that you are required to be capable of speeding.
Forum:
Skoolie Life
06-01-2021, 10:49 AM
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The Potential Downside of Not Doing Enough Research
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14,222
Posted By
Gyrkin
The amount of work you pay someone else to do on...
The amount of work you pay someone else to do on your bus is directly proportional to your chances of loosing your ass.
Forum:
Skoolie Conversion Projects
06-01-2021, 09:33 AM
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39
Planning out my project - feedback wanted
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4,154
Posted By
Gyrkin
I agree the table space is important. The table...
I agree the table space is important. The table is a focal point in our bus. It's used much more than just meals. I suggest making it roomy and comfortable. Also, pretty much every fold up (or down)...
Forum:
Skoolie Conversion Projects
05-28-2021, 12:36 PM
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39
Planning out my project - feedback wanted
Views:
4,154
Posted By
Gyrkin
Just flip your design. Put the kitchen on the...
Just flip your design. Put the kitchen on the passenger's side, and you won't have to worry about the emergency exit.
Forum:
Conversion General Discussions
05-22-2021, 02:01 PM
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22
Combating the Summer Heat
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6,690
Posted By
Gyrkin
We just take it up in the mountains where it’s...
We just take it up in the mountains where it’s cool. :biggrin:https://www.americanfalconry.com/S5000898.JPG
Forum:
Conversion General Discussions
05-19-2021, 06:48 PM
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Front defroster thoughts?
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3,767
Posted By
Gyrkin
How is the rest of the bus climate controlled...
How is the rest of the bus climate controlled while driving?
Forum:
Conversion General Discussions
05-19-2021, 12:00 PM
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23
Front defroster thoughts?
Views:
3,767
Posted By
Gyrkin
The defroster I would consider essential. Without...
The defroster I would consider essential. Without it when you get weather that fogs up your windshield you won't be able to drive, and will be stuck wherever you are waiting for the weather to...
Forum:
Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
05-19-2021, 11:44 AM
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7
Hardwiring to stop the child alarm
Views:
2,458
Posted By
Gyrkin
I'm a little confused. Every school bus I have...
I'm a little confused. Every school bus I have been in the child minder doesn't activate unless you use the 8-ways (the amber/red/stop sign) lights. Unless you are using it as a school bus you would...
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