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Conversion General Discussions
06-19-2020, 01:47 PM
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Window Options - Best Insulation - Replicate Look
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I think it was about half that, we only have 12...
I think it was about half that, we only have 12 windows now, did different dimensions and left some wall space for fridge and other stuff. If you check that link in my last post you can see. But yea...
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Conversion General Discussions
06-19-2020, 10:39 AM
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Window Options - Best Insulation - Replicate Look
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Bus Window Alternative
We decided to upgrade to insulated windows since we planned on using our bus in extreme conditions, under freezing, over 100 degrees. I found the best option to keep the "look" was form Motion...
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
03-22-2019, 08:07 PM
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DT466E to CUMMINS ISL - Need Referral
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instagram.com/somedrifters has more pics
instagram.com/somedrifters has more pics
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
03-20-2019, 02:07 PM
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DT466E to CUMMINS ISL - Need Referral
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Yea the weight has been dealt with the best I...
Yea the weight has been dealt with the best I can, I’ve swapped axles and all that, and again, I’m really just trying to get a referral here for a good mechanic / shop out west that knows what I need...
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
03-19-2019, 08:15 PM
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DT466E to CUMMINS ISL - Need Referral
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I just installed new injectors and turbos on the...
I just installed new injectors and turbos on the DT466E, ended up putting out an unbelievable amount of black smoke, manufacturer of the injectors said there was nothing I can do. I ended up having...
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
03-19-2019, 07:21 PM
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DT466E to CUMMINS ISL - Need Referral
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DT466E to CUMMINS ISL - Need Referral
Hey guys I have a 2004 International 3800 with a DT466E and Allison MD3060.
I am looking for referrals for a great mechanic/shop that could swap my DT for a Cummins ISL, preferably out west, CA,...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
06-23-2017, 02:42 PM
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
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I keep asking about this but no-one seems to...
I keep asking about this but no-one seems to touch the question.
If i leave the bus titled as a commercial vehicle, a bus, then doesnt that change the licensing requirements to drive it? Dont I...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
06-22-2017, 01:08 PM
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
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I keep asking about this but no-one seems to...
I keep asking about this but no-one seems to touch the question.
If i leave the bus titled as a commercial vehicle, a bus, then doesnt that change the licensing requirements to drive it? Dont I...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
06-21-2017, 04:10 PM
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
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Hey Steve, that sounds awesome, did they ask you...
Hey Steve, that sounds awesome, did they ask you to send photos?
I have contacted 3 agents that specialize in RV insurance and they all say when they go to just do a quick "click and print" my...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
06-21-2017, 04:08 PM
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
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Hey JollyRoger, I was wondering if you had any...
Hey JollyRoger, I was wondering if you had any more info on registering/insuring as a commercial vehicle and then driving without a CDL. All the research I did said if i don't re-title it as...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
06-19-2017, 10:23 AM
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
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This sounds pretty good, but are there any...
This sounds pretty good, but are there any downsides? Like licensing requirements? If it is not an RV doesn't that require special drivers licenses and endorsements which vary state to state? From...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
06-16-2017, 10:22 AM
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
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I had friends of friends at DMV in Maine and they...
I had friends of friends at DMV in Maine and they said I needed 6 months of proof of residency which was a maine property with bills sent to my name.
Also, I dont understand how you guys are...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
06-15-2017, 03:04 PM
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
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HELP - Built Mega-Skoolie at Maine Shipyard - Cant find Insurance
Hey everyone, I have not finished detailing the build and the website to present it on yet, so this build has been a little under the radar other than a couple photos by Charlie on his instagram when...
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Conversion General Discussions
11-12-2015, 01:59 PM
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Window Options - Best Insulation - Replicate Look
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Hahah :thumb: looking for all the help i can get...
Hahah :thumb: looking for all the help i can get :flowers:
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Conversion General Discussions
11-11-2015, 07:00 PM
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Window Options - Best Insulation - Replicate Look
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I like the windows
If they weren't such a weak point in the insulation and in the way of my dream of running "silent" ie. no generator *almost* all the time, I would keep them just they way they are. They are beautiful...
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Conversion General Discussions
11-11-2015, 11:32 AM
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Window Options - Best Insulation - Replicate Look
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Window Options - Best Insulation - Replicate Look
Hey everyone! Just got my 2004 International 3800 Conventional 72 pax and im ready to get dirty!
I want to replace the windows with dual pane insulated, but im having a hard time figuring out what...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
07-15-2015, 09:50 AM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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ozthemost
Hey Guys, I just finally bought my bus, looking...
Hey Guys, I just finally bought my bus, looking for advice/tips/tricks on WHERE/HOW to register it.
The bus is currently in Colorado, its a regular, full size, conventional, school bus. 2004 year...
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
07-13-2015, 10:49 AM
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Best Place To Register Your NEW Skoolie
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Best Place To Register Your NEW Skoolie
Hey Guys, I just finally bought my bus, looking for advice/tips/tricks on WHERE/HOW to register it.
The bus is currently in Colorado, its a regular, full size, conventional, school bus. 2004 year...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
06-15-2015, 09:47 AM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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M1031 - i am starting to see understand all the...
M1031 - i am starting to see understand all the stories ive read about people traveling far and wide for the right bus.
Seems like the ideal situation for what I want to do, which includes lots of...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
06-12-2015, 01:31 PM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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Allison 545, Airbrakes vs Hydraulic
Ok so I found a couple DT466 buses I am interested in. They all have the Allison 545 transmission though, and one forum I read, said these cause problems with the DT466. I am going to be doing a lot...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
05-07-2015, 11:38 AM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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Thank you for the wisdom Cowlitz I think I...
Thank you for the wisdom Cowlitz
I think I found a couple great prospects for buses, but now I am stuck, I am new to New York area and have no idea where to take this thing.
I need to find some...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
04-06-2015, 10:44 AM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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Gotcha, that helps explain a lot. Thank you. ...
Gotcha, that helps explain a lot. Thank you.
You were saying that the electronic engines will typically run longer, I am assuming this is because overall efficiency and closely controlled...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
04-05-2015, 09:14 AM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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ozthemost
Thanks Cowlitz that is good advice. What do...
Thanks Cowlitz that is good advice.
What do you think about the big "avoid electronic" push?
I hear so many mixed messages about the EFI systems.
Is it really that bad or is are there just...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
04-03-2015, 06:12 PM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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5,801
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ozthemost
Thanks Nat, I have heard similar stories from...
Thanks Nat, I have heard similar stories from diesel truck owners, saying their new fleets they were forced to buy to meet california's new requirements are down half the time because of problems...
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Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
04-03-2015, 07:26 AM
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Ready to get skooled - NY Area - need advice/references
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5,801
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ozthemost
Awesome advice, thank you. In terms of...
Awesome advice, thank you.
In terms of sourcing the bus, are there resources where I can get information on the auctions or a list of sellers in my area? In other words, wheres the best place to...
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