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Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 08-04-2021, 06:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,490
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
I agree that silicone isnt good for this...

I agree that silicone isnt good for this application. And fyi; cured silicone wont stick to cured silicone, and nothing much else will either.


If you're having problems with silicone sticking...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 11-09-2019, 06:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,931
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
renoving rivets

I have removed rivets for suspension pieces on small trucks. Easiest way I found was to use a grinder with a zip disc and grind a cross into the head of the rivet. Use a flat chisel of your choice to...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 06-19-2019, 07:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,276
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
another possibility

I was looking at buying a bus from a retired farmer who also drove a school bus for many years. IIRC the bus was a mid 80's bluebird. To unlock the front door from outside he gave the door a sharp...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 07-01-2014, 01:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,818
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Battery Tutorial?

https://www.batteryfaq.org/
https://batteryuniversity.com/learn/arti ... igurations (https://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/serial_and_parallel_battery_configurations)
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 05-13-2014, 03:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,954
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: wiring to truck camper ?

Both greens for the running lights go to hot. I ran a ground to the camper skin. Tested the wires for stop and turn and they have power, just have to install them.

Richard
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 05-13-2014, 10:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,954
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
wiring to truck camper ?

I have a truck camper that I rebuilt. I tore down the aluminum siding and r + r'd the rotten wood then re-skinned with custom made aluminum siding. This was done over two years....yeah, I'm slow!...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 05-10-2014, 10:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,846
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Rv Fridge and Rv water heater

I posted mine on kijij [kinda like craigslist] and sold them pretty quick. IIRC 200 for fridge and 50 for water heater. That's what I paid for my bus :shock:

Richard
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-24-2014, 10:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,585
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: DIY double decker

Is there a general DOT limit on vehicle height? Or a generally accepted height?
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 04-21-2014, 11:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,303
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Cheap AC= Temporary

Cool



[snicker,snicker,snort]
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-17-2014, 12:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,679
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Skoolie Adventure* (*as yet un-named!)

A way to remove rivet heads that should work with bolts, especially once the grinder wheel gets smaller; Cut a cross into them with the grinder and knock the remains of the head off with a chisel and...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-16-2014, 11:01 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,421
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: My Baby

I enjoy reading about your [mis]adventures. Best of luck in your endeavors.

Richard
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-16-2014, 09:44 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 16,866
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Newbie questions about my build!

Welcome to skoolie.
I don't have a whole lot of experience. I just bought a bus that I disassembled the previous owners camperization. It had click type laminate flooring and it was VERY slippery...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 04-16-2014, 01:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,619
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: How to get insurance in Alberta

I didn't seem to have a problem. I phoned my regular agent and gave them the info over the phone. I had them forward a copy of the insurance to the registry office. The registry office transferred it...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-13-2014, 09:41 AM
Replies: 283
Views: 56,141
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Senza Legno, Senza Pontilli

Best upgrade for a cheap welder [other than a new bigger one] is to add a fan to the back. I saw this done on a small lincoln, I think a weldpac 100. Also make sure you are not getting too much...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-08-2014, 10:17 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 56,141
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Senza Legno, Senza Pontilli

The easiest way to post pics is to take Nats' offer. Or you can post your pics to a photo hosting website such as imageshack [the one I recommend because it's cheap at $1.00/month/unlimited uploads]...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-08-2014, 03:36 PM
Replies: 451
Views: 543,285
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Smells Like Teen Spirit: Conversion of 1999 Thomas MVP

Nice job on the seat base.

Richard
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-07-2014, 11:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: alwaysFlOoReD's storage/workshop skoolie

I've been doing the opposite of everyone on this board and unmaking my skoolie. I've deconstructed most of the cabinets and have sold off all the appliances. I sold the stove/oven and hot water...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-03-2014, 12:19 AM
Replies: 385
Views: 122,380
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Journey Begins - 1988 Crown Conversion

If you have time go out to a deserted road with measurable markers and do a before and after with the lights. I'd like to see the difference.

Richard
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-02-2014, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,398
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Emergency exit window-anyone make screens

For some reason I can't see photobucket or imageshack through FF. But I like the write up in the second link.

Richard
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-02-2014, 02:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: alwaysFlOoReD's storage/workshop skoolie

Thanks for the reply. You're not toooo far, ok, maybe a little :lol:

Richard
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-02-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,139
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Any and all advice welcome on my 96 Bluebird short bus

There is a screw meant specifically for attaching wood to metal. It has a self tapping point and a wafer style head that takes a Robertson style screwdriver [square]. Check out your local bolt supply...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-02-2014, 02:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,398
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Emergency exit window-anyone make screens

If you're handy you can find old window screens and pull them apart and cut them down to size. There is a tool for inserting the plastic/rubber into the groove that holds the screening, sorta looks...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-30-2014, 09:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: alwaysFlOoReD's storage/workshop skoolie

PS; I'm looking for a little land to rent for vehicle storage. Just bare land will do, but a building wouldn't hurt my feelings. An acre or three within 20 klicks of Red Deer north. I need to keep...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-30-2014, 09:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,306
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: alwaysFlOoReD's storage/workshop skoolie

Yeah, the price was right. I'm glad I didn't buy it for the conversion work already done, it's lacking in fit and finish and maybe knowledge....definitely not a pro doing the work. I've decided to...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-29-2014, 05:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,557
Posted By alwaysFlOoReD
Re: Combination Package

I take it none of you have heard of the showerhead with a 240Volt water heater? Apparently common down south america somewhere.

Richard
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