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Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 10-16-2019, 06:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,810
Posted By Dustynyc
Thank you Rusty.

Thank you Rusty! It’s great to know how an experienced book mobile builder builds out their cabinetry.

I’ve pondered the approach to take, but haven’t yet examined the bus construction. I’d have...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-14-2019, 09:31 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 44,298
Posted By Dustynyc
Marc - Did you ever install this unit into your...

Marc - Did you ever install this unit into your bus? If so, can you provide a few words on the performance? Your thoughts on reliability? Sizing?

I’m considering a German made unit and wonder if...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-08-2019, 04:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,831
Posted By Dustynyc
Oops

:facepalm:

Maybe someone will find the container info useful.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 10-07-2019, 06:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,108
Posted By Dustynyc
Congrats! & Good luck!

Congrats! & Good luck!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-07-2019, 05:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 837
Posted By Dustynyc
Ya think? The paint scheme threw me.

Ya think? The paint scheme threw me.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-07-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,831
Posted By Dustynyc
Here’s another. They have a larger selection of...

Here’s another. They have a larger selection of lengths.

https://hartford.craigslist.org/fod/d/shipping-containers-of-ne-storage/6974597457.html
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-07-2019, 05:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,831
Posted By Dustynyc
Here’s one: ...

Here’s one:

https://hartford.craigslist.org/grq/d/east-hartford-40-shipping-container/6981357539.html
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-07-2019, 05:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,831
Posted By Dustynyc
Containers;

Check out your local craigslist. Search shipping containers. For better pricing amongst competitors, or for a bigger variety of sizes go to Craigslist for a city with a port.

They - those who...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-07-2019, 04:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,831
Posted By Dustynyc
They also have some that come taller - 9.5’ if my...

They also have some that come taller - 9.5’ if my memory serves. You can also get them where they’ve only been used once.

Our plan is to buy some land, sell the current house and create a...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-07-2019, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 837
Posted By Dustynyc
Wanderlodge

Love those old Wanderlodges! I wanted a Bluebird to recreate one, but found a Thomas that we’ll do our own thing with.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-07-2019, 05:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Tile shark

Pretty cool. Thx
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-02-2019, 03:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
:facepalm:

:facepalm:
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-02-2019, 03:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
1. Can I move the condensers to the roof? I’ll...

1. Can I move the condensers to the roof? I’ll have a cargo rack that I can mount them to.

2. What can I do to refresh the evaporators? The lines that move liquid look pretty gunked up inside....
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-01-2019, 04:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Chris, I’ve been thinking a whole lot about this....

Chris, I’ve been thinking a whole lot about this. I think you’re right that now’s the time to take care of the steel. I’ll have to cut the seat bolts after All!:nonono:

The up side is that I’ll...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-01-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Currently planned layout

Here’s the layout we plan to build.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-01-2019, 03:12 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Taking down the ceiling

Look at that fiberglass!!!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-27-2019, 11:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
A/C System

Here are pictures of the 2 skirt condensers.
The 2 evaporators and ductwork can be seen in pics uploaded earlier in this build thread.
Pics of the compressor(s) will come soon.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-27-2019, 11:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
A/C Removal

With a change of heart, I’ve decided to permanently remove the a/c system from the bus.

I present this as an opportunity to anyone interested in all of the components, to come and assist with its...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-26-2019, 12:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Some of it is going back. I’ve heard what...

Some of it is going back.

I’ve heard what people here have argued about going down the road.... and so half the system will be reinstalled in the front of the bus.:smile:
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-26-2019, 11:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
This morning the a/c ducts, evaporator covers and...

This morning the a/c ducts, evaporator covers and wire chases were removed.
I’ve got to get the a/c system discharged so I can get the evaporators out. The bus cannot be driven on the roads, and ...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-26-2019, 11:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Legs cut at the floor.

Legs cut at the floor.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-26-2019, 05:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Free bus seats

Somebody mentioned the seats. I found them to be uncomfortable, dirty and unusable. I’d hoped to use the metal framing in future projects, but found the components to be too small to harvest for...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-26-2019, 05:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
The back door is good. No rust at all. I’m gonna...

The back door is good. No rust at all. I’m gonna clean up that area treat with Por 15 and repaint.

The stairs are coming out because I’m moving the entrance door to the 4th window from the front....
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-26-2019, 05:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Seems like a solid approach. I’ll explore a few...

Seems like a solid approach. I’ll explore a few areas to make a determination as to whether or not the floor needs to come out to dress rust.

Thank you!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-25-2019, 02:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,184
Posted By Dustynyc
Thanks Steve. I appreciate that.

Thanks Steve. I appreciate that.
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