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Re: Jerry's Crown

Hey Jerry. I lived in San Carlos 2004-2006. Loved the place. Married a girl from there and we're now in NC!! Times change unfortunately. I believe you can still be beachfront in La Manga, up...

Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects

09-21-2010, 12:35 PM

Replies: 91

The Odd OX

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Posted By Coma

Re: The Odd OX

Just being nosey, but seems like a decent fixer-upper house where the bus is parked. What's the scoop??

Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects

09-20-2010, 04:42 PM

Replies: 91

The Odd OX

Views: 16,899

Posted By Coma

Re: The Odd OX

I have never been successful removing the pillar caps without having to grind a few. 3 different busses............all Thomas bodies.

Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects

09-17-2010, 03:11 PM

Replies: 56

Leap of Faith

Views: 18,531

Posted By Coma

Re: Leap of Faith

AAA towed you in?? Do you have a standard AAA membership or special RV one??

I thought they wouldn't deal with a RV/Bus. :?

Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects

09-13-2010, 09:00 AM

Replies: 303

The Dirtybus...

Views: 192,458

Posted By Coma

Re: The Dirtybus...

Are you gonna fill in the old door location with rub rails??

Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects

09-03-2010, 02:48 PM

Replies: 46

Camp Never Rest Mafia Wagon! 1979 bluebird

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Posted By Coma

Re: Camp Never Rest Mafia Wagon! 1979 bluebird

Did you remove the old sheet metal of just go over the top??

Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects

09-02-2010, 11:12 PM

Replies: 303

The Dirtybus...

Views: 192,458

Posted By Coma

Re: The Dirtybus...

That's what's nice about the Thomas Built busses I have, inside is 99% screws!

Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains

09-02-2010, 04:11 PM

Replies: 4

Weight of 1 wheel with tire??

Views: 5,538

Posted By Coma

Weight of 1 wheel with tire??

I tried scouring the net and boy did I get a huge range from 150# to 1000#. Can anyone narrow this down for me??

Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains

08-27-2010, 02:12 PM

Replies: 36

changing gear ratios

Views: 14,603

Posted By Coma

Re: changing gear ratios

Try this link:

https://www.csgnetwork.com/rearendgearcalc.html

And Here: https://www.idavette.net/tech/ratioc.htm

Good info. I'm not sure where I got it from, probably somewhere here. :D

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

08-27-2010, 02:04 PM

Replies: 11

Hello

Views: 2,747

Posted By Coma

Re: Hello

Tanks: I have 2. 1 45 gal the other 35 gal. I have the back floor tubbed out so the tanks are actually IN the cabin but 3/4 under the floor. The reside in a storage area under a bed so I just...

Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects

08-27-2010, 10:28 AM

Replies: 303

The Dirtybus...

Views: 192,458

Posted By Coma

Re: The Dirtybus...

Wish I weren't on the other side of the counrty. Would love to swap some of my labor for that door!

Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects

08-26-2010, 10:50 PM

Replies: 303

The Dirtybus...

Views: 192,458

Posted By Coma

Re: The Dirtybus...

I can't understand the justification for that many rivets.

Forum: Forum Admin | Account Help | Suggestion Box

08-26-2010, 12:48 PM

Replies: 4

Membership Requirement

Views: 1,292

Posted By Coma

Re: Membership Requirement

LOL :lol: Though I did look to see where she's from, it wouldn't matter. I don't think the wife would let me go. :(

Seriously though, there are others who ask about where to look for a bus or...

Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects

08-26-2010, 11:15 AM

Replies: 133

Schoolbus Homestead

Views: 69,076

Posted By Coma

Re: Schoolbus Homestead

What happened to the other person and cat??

Forum: Forum Admin | Account Help | Suggestion Box

08-25-2010, 10:46 AM

Replies: 4

Membership Requirement

Views: 1,292

Posted By Coma

Re: Membership Requirement

I completely understand privacy, but the state should be no big deal. If they lie it's their loss.

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

08-24-2010, 02:35 PM

Replies: 8

What's a good price for a 'Shortie?'

Views: 1,998

Posted By Coma

Re: What's a good price for a 'Shortie?'

Craigslist will be your best friend to learn prices. To broaden your search area try
https://www.searchtempest.com/

Forum: Forum Admin | Account Help | Suggestion Box

08-24-2010, 12:57 PM

Replies: 4

Membership Requirement

Views: 1,292

Posted By Coma

Membership Requirement

Just a thought>>>> As I have been getting re-energized for working on my skoolie after an 18 month hiatus, I find myself lookig for where others are located. Much to my suprise, most people don't...

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

08-23-2010, 02:02 PM

Replies: 15

The Big Bitch needs HELP!!! 1966 International Bus Info...

Views: 5,707

Posted By Coma

Re: The Big Bitch needs HELP!!! 1966 International Bus Info...

naughttiemommie,

I'm happy as-is. :D :D :D :D

Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects

08-19-2010, 02:54 PM

Replies: 56

Leap of Faith

Views: 18,531

Posted By Coma

Re: Leap of Faith

Just took a couple hours to read through your Project. Kudos, fabulous job.

You might try adding an expansion tank to your water pump. Keeps it from kicking on and off with each little use as...

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

08-17-2010, 03:16 PM

Replies: 0

Actual weight of a Bus

Views: 1,530

Posted By Coma

Actual weight of a Bus

Just scrapped out an 11 window S-1800 1987 International with a 9.0 diesel blue bird body. :( Much to my suprise and dismay it only weighed 12,800 lbs. :? Everything I've read and seen led me to...

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