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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-22-2015, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,210
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
This is not normal and it is not worn tie rods or...

This is not normal and it is not worn tie rods or loose wheel bearings. We've checked all of those. A mechanic friend indicated the problem was in the steering gear box, so we are wondering how to...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-21-2015, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,210
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Sloppy Steering.......

Better to rebuild or replace the steering gear box? What are your thoughts and experience......
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-16-2015, 11:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 959
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Insurance questions.....

If there is already a discussion thread for this, please point me in the right direction. :)

We are at the point where we need to have our bus registered as an RV and I'm wondering what insurance...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-01-2015, 05:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,253
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Diesel heater.....

We're looking at the Hurricane Diesel Heating System. Does anyone have any experience with one of these? Thoughts / Feedback?

Thanks!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-24-2015, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,661
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Rust Converters.....

So who has used a rust converter, what brand did you use, are you satisfied with it and would you recommend it?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-23-2015, 10:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,785
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
What roof coating are you using and is it...

What roof coating are you using and is it textured? Does it look smooth like paint or is it rough and rubbery?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-23-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,785
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Roof Coating Question...

Hi Everyone, we have a question about applying a roof coating to our Gillig.

Our bus has rounded edges and the roof rolls down over the edge to the gutters along the top of the windows.

Would...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-05-2015, 01:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 912
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Installing Power Driver's Seat Question.....

Hi Everyone, we were given a power driver's seat out of a motorhome and need some help with how to get it powered up.

The wires were cut when it was removed from the motorhome. What do we need...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-02-2015, 12:41 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Commercial Implement or tractor paint is what we...

Commercial Implement or tractor paint is what we have. It was given to us and I'm hoping I can have it tinted. Why was it a mistake to have it sandblasted and primed?
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-02-2015, 12:37 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Thanks, Tango, I think so! :) Although it's...

Thanks, Tango, I think so! :) Although it's been tough to keep his feet on the ground and anchored in reality for this build. He has tons of coach designs and plans, but this is our starter home...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-01-2015, 04:09 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Ha! Ours came white and I forget that it started...

Ha! Ours came white and I forget that it started out yellow at some point. :) We are planning on painting over the white, but now I'm afraid I'm going to miss the white! We are using a metallic...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2015, 04:54 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Nat, you mention the connection between the walls...

Nat, you mention the connection between the walls and the steel frame. What is the fix for that? We have cut rigid foam insulation and inserted it into every hollow steel tube that we can. We have...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2015, 02:16 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Alan, it's so fun to see a bus like ours out...

Alan, it's so fun to see a bus like ours out there and being used. And it's white! Will you be repainting it any time in the future?

Sounds like you have a plan that works well for you. Do...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2015, 01:51 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
There is not a huge difference, but Crowns are a...

There is not a huge difference, but Crowns are a bit wider and they also bow out at the sides, giving the feel of more space. Gilligs are straight up and down on the sides and slightly narrower. ...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2015, 01:43 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Thanks, cowlitzcoach! We are planning on keeping...

Thanks, cowlitzcoach! We are planning on keeping all access available. Hubby was working on welding in a hitch yesterday and was being very careful not to interfere with access from underneath,...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-29-2015, 01:39 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Why won't insulating under the bus have any...

Why won't insulating under the bus have any effect? We will also have some insulation under the flooring, just not much.

We will be replacing 10 or 11 windows, but will not be using RV windows. ...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-27-2015, 11:42 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Oh yeah. We have been following the Marvel's...

Oh yeah. We have been following the Marvel's build from the beginning. I believe the interior measurements of a vintage Crown are a bit larger than a vintage Gillig. Plus, we will have 6 family...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-27-2015, 12:36 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Hi Alan N, I'm not sure how I missed your post...

Hi Alan N, I'm not sure how I missed your post back in February. Sorry about that. Is your Gillig converted? If so, how are your walls insulated? If not, how do you plan to insulate your walls? ...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-27-2015, 12:26 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Well, it's been an interesting 6 months. We...

Well, it's been an interesting 6 months. We thought we were going to get the bus and gut it and get it insulated and run the wires and the plumbing, then put the wall coverings up, the flooring...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-25-2015, 11:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,563
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
We are in the process of putting two coats on the...

We are in the process of putting two coats on the roof and may go ahead and put a third. We won't have enough left over to do the floor, but we could put it on the inside of the bus skins.

If we...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-25-2015, 11:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,563
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Our 1971 Gillig does not have a steel floor. It...

Our 1971 Gillig does not have a steel floor. It has two steel girders running the length of the bus with approximately 5/8" thick plywood in between. The plywood does not have steel under it.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-23-2015, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,563
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Solar Flex as a sealer........

Hi Everyone,

We are beginning to work on the inside of our bus and have a few questions.

We purchased Henry SolarFlex for our roof but have a ton of it left over. We are considering using it...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-22-2015, 06:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,682
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Nat, Have you ever used the Kerdi Board on...

Nat,

Have you ever used the Kerdi Board on a vertical surface? We are creating our own shower stall and I wanted to use a faux concrete finish, but I'm concerned about the flexing during travel,...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-08-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Oh yeah..... maybe we'll go with that look. I...

Oh yeah..... maybe we'll go with that look. I always knew we could make money with Max! :eek:
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-06-2015, 08:10 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 19,470
Posted By GilligusMaxibus
Thanks, Nat. I'll check it out right away. ...

Thanks, Nat. I'll check it out right away.

Did you use the same windows as Jack (OlTrunt) or another type from Home Depot?
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