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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 01-16-2022, 03:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,939
Posted By Doktari
We used to install STDHW (solar thermal domestic...

We used to install STDHW (solar thermal domestic hot water) but we dont any more. Why have two systems if you can have one? And PV panels are much less expensive these days. There’s a possible upside...
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 01-09-2022, 09:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,449
Posted By Doktari
I have a wind turbine I’ve been waiting to use...

I have a wind turbine I’ve been waiting to use when I find a perfect site for it on top of a mountain or on a windy plain in Wyoming. The other crazy idea I’ve had is to mount it on front of the bus...
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 01-09-2022, 02:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,449
Posted By Doktari
I tend to agree with Rock and Ruth. There’s a YT...

I tend to agree with Rock and Ruth. There’s a YT video showing how to run two air conditioners on 1350 watts of solar. The right 5000 btu air conditioners needed to be purchased that are efficient...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 01-09-2022, 02:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,060
Posted By Doktari
I’ve met people with all electric and it’s...

I’ve met people with all electric and it’s doable. Especially with lithium batteries and multiple charging methods. But 8000 watts is huge! I would buy the appliances after I built the biggest energy...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 12-23-2021, 01:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,261
Posted By Doktari
What the heck is vapor pressure?! That’s where I...

What the heck is vapor pressure?! That’s where I got confused when attempting to figure out insulation. And the paradox of sealing a structure tightly then needing ventilation which might defeat the...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 12-19-2021, 03:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,853
Posted By Doktari
I’ve never had a flat with dual wheels or needed...

I’ve never had a flat with dual wheels or needed to remove one yet so appreciate this information on torque multipliers. However once I was following a E450 Skoolie and I noticed “rocks” whizzing...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 12-09-2021, 03:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,542
Posted By Doktari
Progressive tried running my VIN number and said...

Progressive tried running my VIN number and said they would send me to their commercial vehicle department who sold me a policy as a commercial vehicle used for private non commercial use. I gave...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 12-05-2021, 01:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,951
Posted By Doktari
We’re your bookmobiles fully insulated also? What...

We’re your bookmobiles fully insulated also? What type and how thick is the insulation? Thanks
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-28-2021, 08:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,959
Posted By Doktari
I went with 16” raise on mine. One reason is I...

I went with 16” raise on mine. One reason is I didn’t want to waste any sheet metal material. A 4’x8’ or 4’x12’ sheet of metal can be cut into 3 strips 16” wide.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 11-28-2021, 01:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,077
Posted By Doktari
I was wondering if electric motors could be added...

I was wondering if electric motors could be added to existing vehicles easily somehow. Only for going slowly around towns doing errands. Not for long distance. The original motor would still do long...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 11-17-2021, 10:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,729
Posted By Doktari
That’s a innovative electrical panel indeed! Ive...

That’s a innovative electrical panel indeed! Ive been using expensive inverter/chargers for 20 years and not had one fail yet except when water splashed on one which was my fault. But am about done...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 11-17-2021, 09:51 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,907
Posted By Doktari
Gas is $6.75/gal at the station I went to in...

Gas is $6.75/gal at the station I went to in Germany yesterday. Not sure about diesel. In USA Ive got several aging large vehicles with big fuel hungry engines. I’m trying not to pour too much money...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-14-2021, 12:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,959
Posted By Doktari
My first roof raise 30 years ago was done using...

My first roof raise 30 years ago was done using Douglas fir and marine epoxy and wooden boat building techniques. It was on a island with cheap wood available from a small mill. Most expensive part...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-14-2021, 12:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,016
Posted By Doktari
Hey, I have a ‘92 Collins also. Not sure what to...

Hey, I have a ‘92 Collins also. Not sure what to do with it. The gas was old when I got it and now it’s 2 years older. Currently I prefer small windows so the large windows on the shuttle are a...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 11-13-2021, 04:46 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,848
Posted By Doktari
Interesting discussion. Ive been experimenting on...

Interesting discussion. Ive been experimenting on hot water heating and still looking for a better system. In the Puget Sound where the temperature fluctuations are so small I had some success with a...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-06-2021, 03:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,963
Posted By Doktari
IMHO a travel trailer might make more sense if...

IMHO a travel trailer might make more sense if you seldom move. I have motorhomes and buses that sit for years now and can vouch that it’s not good for them. Acidity in the oil and cooling rots them...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 11-04-2021, 01:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,058
Posted By Doktari
Neat idea but it may or may not be worth it. I...

Neat idea but it may or may not be worth it. I did it with a old surfer van I got for $100. I turned it into a cargo trailer. It’s been great storage vehicle that I only need to move every few years.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 10-21-2021, 02:28 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 9,772
Posted By Doktari
I manage some Lifeline AGM batteries. Two...

I manage some Lifeline AGM batteries. Two questions: Did you ever need to add water when you inspected the cells? And please explain what “couple-3 percent” means? Does that me 33%? Thanks.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 10-14-2021, 12:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,360
Posted By Doktari
Fantastic project. It’s interesting to see all...

Fantastic project. It’s interesting to see all the variety of perspectives. As you won’t have RV air conditioners on the roof you will have a lot of “real estate” for solar panels. Ive seen 2500-3000...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 10-13-2021, 03:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,390
Posted By Doktari
I would vent it if it was my bus. Exhaust the CO...

I would vent it if it was my bus. Exhaust the CO gas and water vapor outside. I’m wondering if any tankless on-demand water heaters are designed for pre-heated water from solar in a electric hot...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 09-23-2021, 12:50 PM
Replies: 282
Views: 63,434
Posted By Doktari
Very cool design. You are ‘stacking functions’...

Very cool design. You are ‘stacking functions’ for the Webasto heater. Ive been thinking of something similar. My engine is a direct injection engine so it might not be a good idea to run it on WVO....
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-09-2021, 12:16 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 14,727
Posted By Doktari
Don’t get me started about other drivers lol

Don’t get me started about other drivers lol
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-05-2021, 06:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,925
Posted By Doktari
My horizontal RV tanks are horizontal fill. They...

My horizontal RV tanks are horizontal fill. They have big flanges to bolt them up under a vehicle. They would probably work in a full size bus but don’t fit under my cutaway van bus.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 09-04-2021, 06:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,370
Posted By Doktari
I enjoy having gas AND induction. Especially with...

I enjoy having gas AND induction. Especially with LFP batteries. During the day I can cook with the induction and then let the batteries recharge. During the night I’m more careful about using that...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 09-03-2021, 10:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,080
Posted By Doktari
I think it might be a while before new battery...

I think it might be a while before new battery technology emerges from obscurity. Big companies that are heavily invested in existing technology might buy up the new companies. Anyway, for fridges in...
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