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Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-24-2022, 06:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 574
Posted By schoolbuscraig
RV Digital Thermostat

Hello all! I have a Suburban SF-35Q furnace in my Skoolie. I want to replace my current analog T-Stat with a digital one. Does any one have a recommendation for a stat that is a 2 wire connection...
Forum: Skoolie Life 07-20-2022, 08:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 827
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Skoolie roundup camping weekend

Hello everyone, I wanted everyone to be aware of Midwest (Indiana) Skoolie and meet up group from Facebook is having a meet up this week at Chain O Lakes state park in Albion, In. At the last count...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 07-17-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,677
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Thanks for the input, I figured it can’t hurt!

Thanks for the input, I figured it can’t hurt!
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 07-17-2022, 04:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,677
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Pressure tank/Accumulator

I have looked at past posts/ threads and I didn’t get much info. How many people are using a accumulator/pressure bladder system on there bus, and how does it work? I am mid build and I am ready to...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 06-24-2022, 04:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,257
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Maybe it is different state to state. It is...

Maybe it is different state to state. It is tilted as an RV
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 06-23-2022, 09:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,257
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Insurance through Progressive!

Today I got full coverage insurance from a local small town agent that sells progressive insurance. $328 per year. My build is not done, I need to move it to replace the leaking fuel tank. I told the...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-12-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,352
Posted By schoolbuscraig
What are you trying to accomplish? Better cold...

What are you trying to accomplish? Better cold starts or fuel mileage? I have conventional oil in my MBE with 117k. I wouldn’t think of changing the oil to a synthetic or a blend with this many...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-12-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 623
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Check out Unity Bus Parts, they have a vast...

Check out Unity Bus Parts, they have a vast selection of mirrors
https://www.unityparts.com/
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 02-27-2022, 09:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,488
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Welcome to skoolie family! Hopefully being from...

Welcome to skoolie family! Hopefully being from North Carolina you shouldn’t have to deal with much rust. Keep the dream going!
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 02-27-2022, 09:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,090
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Welcome, the skoolie build is a long haul...

Welcome, the skoolie build is a long haul project! Good luck my friend!
Forum: Brake Systems and Air Brakes 02-27-2022, 08:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By schoolbuscraig
The pins in the clevis at you slack adjusters...

The pins in the clevis at you slack adjusters could also be an issue. If they are seized the push rod might not be able to move. Block the wheels and have someone release the park brake, while you...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-27-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 234,516
Posted By schoolbuscraig
River Valley Recycling in Kankakee, Il They...

River Valley Recycling in Kankakee, Il
They have a great selection of truck and bus parts.

https://www.rivervalleyrecycling.net/trucks
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 10-06-2021, 08:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,968
Posted By schoolbuscraig
I just seen this post. I work on these buses...

I just seen this post. I work on these buses every day, the 6.8l with the Roush system is fantastic. It might be a little harder to find LP in some places, but others it’s not terrible. There is a...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 05-20-2021, 05:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,416
Posted By schoolbuscraig
CNG is great, but the tank replacement is very...

CNG is great, but the tank replacement is very expensive! You can’t rectify tanks
There are fewer places to fuel CNG than other alternative fuels.
https://afdc.energy.gov/stations/#/find/nearest...
Forum: Skoolie Owners Registry 09-28-2020, 10:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 871
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Very cool bus! Good luck with your build.

Very cool bus! Good luck with your build.
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 09-26-2020, 07:39 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,045
Posted By schoolbuscraig
A good alignment technician, will check the...

A good alignment technician, will check the chassis before proceeding with an alignment! Two things they make money off selling parts and they also don’t want you coming back in 3 days with a...
Forum: Detroit Diesel Drivetrain 09-13-2020, 06:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,719
Posted By schoolbuscraig
The coolant needs to meet spec 93k217 Peak...

The coolant needs to meet spec 93k217
Peak final charge global is the proper coolant! Old World Industries is the manufacturer for Detroit, the same company that makes Peak!
Forum: Detroit Diesel Drivetrain 09-13-2020, 06:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,938
Posted By schoolbuscraig
The owner’s manual with not have much mechanical...

The owner’s manual with not have much mechanical info in it. The engine is it own manual, it is only online through the DDE! You must have a login to DTNA (Daimler Truck North America). Each section...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 09-12-2020, 04:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,994
Posted By schoolbuscraig
I would be more concerned of the corrosion on the...

I would be more concerned of the corrosion on the frame rails. Look at the rear spring hangers, from the factory they are riveted on. Those holes rot out and the springs and rear axle can shift. The...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 07-05-2020, 06:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,304
Posted By schoolbuscraig
You stated it had a ICP code? Did anyone’...

You stated it had a ICP code? Did anyone’ investigate that DTC? When was oil last changed? Like another poster shared he had a similar problem, as the oil thinned out with temperature the injectors...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-29-2020, 06:21 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 33,693
Posted By schoolbuscraig
I am not a big fan either, the white Tropicool I...

I am not a big fan either, the white Tropicool I coated my roof with looks dirty all of the time. Good luck with your leak!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-29-2020, 06:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,026
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Look for a conversation van at your local junk...

Look for a conversation van at your local junk yards, you might find something that will fit your seat riser, or a seat with its own base. You could also check with RV surplus places. I found several...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-14-2019, 05:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,946
Posted By schoolbuscraig
Do you know what alternator you currently have?...

Do you know what alternator you currently have? You might have enough charging capacity to charge your whole bus, an isolation switch is a great idea for circuit protection. I thought about the...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 10-16-2019, 07:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,629
Posted By schoolbuscraig
The make quality replacement parts, I have priced...

The make quality replacement parts, I have priced my side panels from them, the were $140 each and $175 for UPS.
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 10-16-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,021
Posted By schoolbuscraig
What are trying to decode? Are you looking for...

What are trying to decode? Are you looking for build sheet or just to know chassis data?
You can use the body number for a Bluebird using the vantage...
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