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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-02-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,033
Posted By r_w
There are aux load panels/outlets that are...

There are aux load panels/outlets that are programmable to only be on when the batteries are above X volts/percent charged. I plan to use one or two to set up “nice to have” loads and “dump” loads to...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-12-2022, 04:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,433
Posted By r_w
Biggest issue I see with boondocking friends,...

Biggest issue I see with boondocking friends, regardless of vehicle, is weather coming in while parked. They even were really careful to park on hard ground facing the right direction, but the road...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-28-2019, 04:55 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,646
Posted By r_w
I know I have seen one somewhere. Whole roof...

I know I have seen one somewhere. Whole roof raised to the same level and a class C style loft made from another section of bus roof. Finished to look like an old double decker. It had struts coming...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 07-23-2015, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,372
Posted By r_w
The smallest one you can. NOT Johnson county.

The smallest one you can. NOT Johnson county.
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 07-23-2015, 10:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,372
Posted By r_w
Welcome! It really depends on which DMV...

Welcome!

It really depends on which DMV office you go to.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-17-2015, 11:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,977
Posted By r_w
Smile At least the bottom step. Building a trap door...

At least the bottom step. Building a trap door storage locker would be good, too. It depends on your weight balance and interior floor plan, but you can still get a foot of vertical space without...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-17-2015, 09:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,977
Posted By r_w
Could be done. Use that space under the floor...

Could be done. Use that space under the floor for something-batteries, generator, water tank, etc. Most of those doors leak horribly anyway.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-14-2015, 09:51 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 73,416
Posted By r_w
I have seen lots with chrome stacks off the back...

I have seen lots with chrome stacks off the back corners. Engine one side, genny venturing stack on the other.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-14-2015, 07:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,318
Posted By r_w
Yes, I was referring to the little indicator...

Yes, I was referring to the little indicator light.

The individual differences in motors and compressors will make a bigger difference in power requirements than the t stat. Many solar guys...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-14-2015, 07:30 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 19,182
Posted By r_w
Which means you need 550-800 to remove them. ...

Which means you need 550-800 to remove them. :banghead:
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-13-2015, 09:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,318
Posted By r_w
Digital thermostats draw miniscule amounts of...

Digital thermostats draw miniscule amounts of power. Mechanical draw none, but there is usually a light that draws more.

The main reason to do a digital one is to get a tighter control for less...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-05-2015, 11:30 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 55,540
Posted By r_w
The two big issues I ran into while researching: ...

The two big issues I ran into while researching:

1. Fitting the outdoor units on the bus. Most are a little tall to put under the skirt and too wide to put on the back without blocking the...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-04-2015, 02:08 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 19,182
Posted By r_w
A hummer runflat rim and tire may not be as big...

A hummer runflat rim and tire may not be as big as a bus tire, but it is darn near as heavy.

I put deuce and a half A3 rims on my old grain truck, that super single is heavier than both tires it...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-02-2015, 10:45 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 19,182
Posted By r_w
500 ft lbs isn't that with the right tools. ...

500 ft lbs isn't that with the right tools.

TEKTON 15359 3/4-Inch Drive by 40-Inch Breaker Bar - - Amazon.com...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 07-02-2015, 08:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,545
Posted By r_w
It is cheap firewood. Definitely worth buying a...

It is cheap firewood. Definitely worth buying a planer if you need to do a house or deck.
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 07-02-2015, 08:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,878
Posted By r_w
I had pictures of the inside, it was CLEAN. ...

I had pictures of the inside, it was CLEAN. Showroom clean.

Not a bad price for a mountain spec bus (8.3, auto chains, retarder) with AC. But not cheap, either.
Forum: Coach Conversion Projects 06-22-2015, 08:42 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 25,539
Posted By r_w
Industrial supply if you want new. Scrounge from...

Industrial supply if you want new. Scrounge from a commercial building remodel job if you want affordable. I picked some up at a habitat used building materials store for $2 once.
Forum: Coach Conversion Projects 06-21-2015, 04:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 25,539
Posted By r_w
Don't use wood. Get some 3/4 or one inch solid...

Don't use wood. Get some 3/4 or one inch solid plastic like they make bathroom stall dividers out of. You can laminate and glue layers to make the seat so you won't ever get shower water in the...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 10-28-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,782
Posted By r_w
Re: Full timing & medical needs

Most chains will transfer ordinary scripts. Crossing state lines gets much more interesting with anything potentially abused.

When I was traveling all the time, asked my doc for a second script...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-24-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 51,269
Posted By r_w
Re: the akitabus

All the color choices are some shade of hideous.

My favorite color is "free" :D
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 10-24-2014, 07:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,864
Posted By r_w
Re: Diesel Conversion/CARB laws

MOVE!

Seriously. Find another state to register in.
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 10-24-2014, 07:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,242
Posted By r_w
Re: Be honest--how is it sleeping on school buses?

I have looked at this, as I have a family of 11 and basically need an entertainer bus setup.

How many bunks do you need? How much gear are you hauling on board? Will a "Partridge Family" bus...
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 10-22-2014, 12:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,448
Posted By r_w
Re: Extreme drop in horsepower

or at least you could...

Sorry, bad joke.

I do hope it is something simple (and cheap).
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 10-21-2014, 10:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,813
Posted By r_w
Re: Spicer 5 speed GVW and towing QUESTIONS

Your transmission is probably not the weak link. Allison 545 would be, but that is another story...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-21-2014, 09:32 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 27,666
Posted By r_w
Re: *Two Birds* - 1992 Bluebird TC2000 - Updated 10/20/14

I like pex--one piece, thin wall, and follows the curve of the roof. But it doesn't have junction boxes that fit easily.
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