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Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 11-20-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,214
Posted By ii_amnt
Can someone tell if these brakes are...

Can someone tell if these brakes are redundant/independent? My old Mercedes is designed so that if there front brakes fail, the back are still functional and vice versa. I've got to imagine a school...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 11-02-2016, 11:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,214
Posted By ii_amnt
Cary, thanks for the info there. That's exactly...

Cary, thanks for the info there. That's exactly what my bus needs. Somehow I've gotten away with never really doing brake work before. I've overhauled suspension and done bearings, but never even...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 11-01-2016, 08:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,214
Posted By ii_amnt
DIY brake hose swap

I would like to replace the brake hoses at the wheels on my bus. My right front brake drags for the first few minutes of a drive. I was told this could be due to a deteriorating brake hose...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-05-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
So, I drove to Charleston and picked up some RV...

So, I drove to Charleston and picked up some RV windows. Almost picked up a roof-top AC unit, too. I feel like I'm going to kick myself one day for not picking it up- $50 is what he was going to take...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-04-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
I plan on reusing mine on my interior, but I'm...

I plan on reusing mine on my interior, but I'm planning my electrical system now. If I have leftovers, I'll give you first dibs (if you even want them, I don't know how cheap or common they are) .
...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-04-2016, 03:28 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
Yea, I'm sure it's a great engine, too. I just...

Yea, I'm sure it's a great engine, too. I just somehow got the idea in my head that it was the 466 without ever verifying it and was mildly disappointed for a bit. I don't feel these conversions add...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-04-2016, 10:27 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
360 it is!https://i.imgur.com/P2ju3MM.jpg

360 it is!https://i.imgur.com/P2ju3MM.jpg
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-03-2016, 12:20 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
Thank you dapplecreek, great resource. ...

Thank you dapplecreek, great resource.

Here's what my vin yielded:

Manufacturer International/Navistar
Make International
Model Year ...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-02-2016, 06:49 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
I used a single sheet of cut down inner skin for...

I used a single sheet of cut down inner skin for each window. I was trying to say that if you remove the windows and use a full piece if sheet stock (8'?), that would create the least amount of seals...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-01-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
Can any one tell me what is the model exactly for...

Can any one tell me what is the model exactly for my bus?
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-29-2016, 03:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,034
Posted By ii_amnt
Could you cater this advice to someone with a...

Could you cater this advice to someone with a manual trans?
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-29-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,629
Posted By ii_amnt
Do you have a color code/name for the light blue?

Do you have a color code/name for the light blue?
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-18-2016, 04:57 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 21,071
Posted By ii_amnt
I will be mostly done with my conversion and...

I will be mostly done with my conversion and moving back to Michigan in December. I am getting a bit of flat-nose fever now, but I still love my carpenter dognose! It has it's own charm... all...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-12-2016, 11:13 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
BTW, as a general disclaimer... I don't...

BTW, as a general disclaimer...

I don't recommend paneling off each window individually. I only did it for time and money's sake. Using the biggest sheet you can haul out to your bus is best,...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-11-2016, 06:20 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
I used the ceiling skins. 8)

I used the ceiling skins. 8)
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-11-2016, 09:00 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
So, I work nights and I set my alarm for 8:30...

So, I work nights and I set my alarm for 8:30 each morning to get a little work done. Normally, I knock out two panels/morning. Yesterday, I was at Lowe's and picked up some new drill bits. So much...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-11-2016, 08:52 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
How do you find your headroom in your Carpenter?...

How do you find your headroom in your Carpenter? I decided against a roof raise not because it wouldn't be nice, but because I found my ceiling to be fairly tall and I just don't have the time or...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-10-2016, 09:16 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 151,309
Posted By ii_amnt
Sorry if I missed it- but, do you have a way to...

Sorry if I missed it- but, do you have a way to secure your stove down?

Been trying to think of how to do that on my build, especially if I want to add any bracketry before I insulate. Mine will...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-10-2016, 07:13 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
I will be keeping all heaters stock for now. I am...

I will be keeping all heaters stock for now. I am just un-securing them to clean and treat for rust.



It's not bad. There are some misleading info for before use instructions. It tells you to...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-10-2016, 12:03 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
Been skinning the windows and planning. The...

Been skinning the windows and planning. The emergency door will be left intact, and the handle removed from outside. A friend borrowed me his large craftsman air compressor and I bought the harbor...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-19-2016, 10:39 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 18,224
Posted By ii_amnt
Alright, the time is upon us to get some real...

Alright, the time is upon us to get some real work done. Most of the ceiling has been cleaned and painted. I need to get some of the junk I've accumulated from a neighbor's renovation project out of...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 03-31-2016, 12:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,269
Posted By ii_amnt
Good deal, in stock in my town, too. Now, if I...

Good deal, in stock in my town, too. Now, if I can only find an equally economic solution for a good Honda suitcase gen.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-06-2016, 03:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,708
Posted By ii_amnt
I am no expert on this stuff, but here is some...

I am no expert on this stuff, but here is some brief things I found on a quick google search.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insulation_(list_of_insulation_material)

Here are the one's wiki...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-05-2016, 09:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,708
Posted By ii_amnt
Isn't polyurethane foam outdated? As in, not even...

Isn't polyurethane foam outdated? As in, not even available for use in homes anymore because everyone knows it's bad stuff?
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 01-05-2016, 09:39 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 18,419
Posted By ii_amnt
How's the top cruising speed? Delores is...

How's the top cruising speed?

Delores is the first bus I've seen that legitimately made me jealous... Good find!
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