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Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 07-07-2019, 02:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,950
Posted By _rideswell_
Cadillackid, Thank you for clarifying the...

Cadillackid,


Thank you for clarifying the start-up engagement. I could not figure that one out but now it makes complete sense.



I will try cleaning everything up and go from there.
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 07-06-2019, 02:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,950
Posted By _rideswell_
On my DT466 the fan seems to engage at start-up...

On my DT466 the fan seems to engage at start-up when cold and shut off at 155* and does not turn back on. :banghead: On a warm day climbing a steep grade I can manage to keep the engine below 220*...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 07-01-2019, 03:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,697
Posted By _rideswell_
Entech.medic, Thank you for the response!...

Entech.medic,


Thank you for the response! Over the weekend I had made the same conclusion that I in fact do not have a filter either. I read that with the Extended Life Coolants a filter is no...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 06-28-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,697
Posted By _rideswell_
Entech.medic, I have a 2005 FE 300 with a...

Entech.medic,


I have a 2005 FE 300 with a DT466 and I am having the same issue of locating my coolant filter. Do you have a minute to point me in the right direction? Were you able to locate...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 04-09-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,669
Posted By _rideswell_
Will do. Thank you.

Will do. Thank you.
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 04-09-2019, 02:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,669
Posted By _rideswell_
Cadillackid, yes the codes are posted as...

Cadillackid, yes the codes are posted as PID_FMI_CNT.


I cleared the codes and restarted and they reappeared right away. Keep in mind the warn engine light is not on to show these codes. I then...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 04-06-2019, 06:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,669
Posted By _rideswell_
Cadillackid, thank you for the clarification. ...

Cadillackid, thank you for the clarification.

The engine is 2004 so the j1708 codes;
#1, 8_5_1
#2, 7_5_1

The transmission j1939 codes;
#1, 796_5_1
#2, 795_5_1
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 04-05-2019, 10:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,669
Posted By _rideswell_
Update. I installed my Scangauge and it...

Update.


I installed my Scangauge and it first asked me which bus? J1709 or J1939. I assumed J1939 and it gave me a fault code of 623_04_127. As I was toggling through the menu when I went back...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 03-31-2019, 12:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,669
Posted By _rideswell_
I am in Washington State but I appreciate the...

I am in Washington State but I appreciate the offer!



I went ahead and purchased the ScanGuage from Advance Auto Parts delivered for $130. Couldn't pass it up to have an on-board diagnostic...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 03-31-2019, 12:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,669
Posted By _rideswell_
Thank you, that looks like it would work. I will...

Thank you, that looks like it would work. I will purchase one of these and go from there.


When I do get the code(s) how do I translate them?
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 03-31-2019, 10:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,669
Posted By _rideswell_
Warn Engine Light

I have a 2005 FE300 with a DT 466. I am getting an intermittent Warn Engine light but am unable to diagnose it. My bus does not appear to have an engine diagnostics button but does have a...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-10-2019, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,282
Posted By _rideswell_
Perfect timing for this thread as I am having a...

Perfect timing for this thread as I am having a similar problem.



Started my bus today and the air pressure built up to 90+ no problem. I decided before I drove I wanted to bleed off my...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 01-16-2019, 02:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 634
Posted By _rideswell_
L-Track treaded stud

I am looking for a few dozen L-Track studs (see picture) that someone may have laying around after removing seats from their build. Willing to pay $$$.


Thank You,


Jeff
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 12-11-2018, 04:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,483
Posted By _rideswell_
I have an even smaller bulkhead mount stove that...

I have an even smaller bulkhead mount stove that needs to be restocked every 20min or so. Great for ambiance and surprisingly not bad on heat...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-03-2018, 02:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
The curtains are not marine. Found the fabric at...

The curtains are not marine. Found the fabric at the local fabric store. I put them in my house during the summer in the southern windows and they work exceptionally well!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-03-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
As far as the fabric you can find it here. ...

As far as the fabric you can find it here.

https://warmcompany.com/products/warmwindow-14/products/warmwindow#product_tabs_R-Value
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-03-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
I purchased these from Sailrite.com ...

I purchased these from Sailrite.com
www.sailrite.com/search?keywords=Common%20sense
Very happy with the quality!
Cheers!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-03-2018, 01:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
I am installing insulated curtains over several...

I am installing insulated curtains over several windows using common-sense fasteners. The fasteners are tall enough to stack two curtains over each other for a slight overlap.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-01-2018, 08:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 929
Posted By _rideswell_
Nice trails map! I have never seen that before. ...

Nice trails map! I have never seen that before. Good luck on the future adventure!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
Yes, very small! I am in Richland to be precise....

Yes, very small! I am in Richland to be precise. I will definitely be making a few trips through Dayton!

Cheers!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
Great Bus! Rear engine! You definitely have the...

Great Bus! Rear engine! You definitely have the snow rig from what I have been Skooled on...
I am in Eastern Washington State. Right between the Cascade and Blue Mountains.
What is next for...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2018, 10:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
TJones, I will need to check out your...

TJones,


I will need to check out your build as well! I have heard mixed reviews on the auto chains. Convenience, yes. Are they as good as conventional? IDK. I understand that auto chains...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2018, 08:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
I have only heard good things about the diesel...

I have only heard good things about the diesel drip stoves, definitely want the constant heat source. For the summer I want to look into an alcohol stove. Trying to avoid propane if possible.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2018, 08:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
I appreciate the optimism! I am too far in to...

I appreciate the optimism! I am too far in to turn back now so let's hope the added weight does get me up the hill!

As far as the a/c, I will be using this bus in the summer as well so a/c was...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2018, 08:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,317
Posted By _rideswell_
Cowlitzcoach, Thank you for your insight and...

Cowlitzcoach,

Thank you for your insight and honesty. When I found the bus I was stoked about the ground clearance and the engine but now that you spell it out, I can not disagree. Probably...
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