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Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-02-2016, 01:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,387
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Thanks! Good to know. I do plan on taking the...

Thanks! Good to know. I do plan on taking the manual and other advice on venting on the bottom wall and through the roof. My fridge came with neither vents...i think its just covers tho so shouldnt...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 02-02-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,387
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Hey all, great thread! I am about to build the...

Hey all, great thread! I am about to build the box and install my propane norcold. The directions are a tad overwhelming..but it seems easy enough. I just want to make sure on a few things. I have...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 11-29-2015, 11:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,925
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Solar Panels and Inverters

Where is everyone getting their solar panels and inverters from? I am wanting to get as good of a deal as possible, but I want to buy new equipment. Any thoughts?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-07-2015, 06:22 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 16,790
Posted By thecrabshomestead
We ended up getting 16 gauge steel for the...

We ended up getting 16 gauge steel for the windows and used 3/16" steel rivots to secure. That worked well for anyone interested!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-07-2015, 06:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 21,267
Posted By thecrabshomestead
We filled all of the space in the wall cavities...

We filled all of the space in the wall cavities and between all the ribs...i guess the ceiling was about an inch or more think, the floor was about 1/2", and the walls were about an inch as well. We...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 11-07-2015, 06:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,367
Posted By thecrabshomestead
FRP Board

Ok, went to home depot and decided on this FRP board.
4 ft. x 8 ft. White .090 FRP Wall Board-MFTF12IXA480009600 - The Home Depot...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 11-06-2015, 05:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,367
Posted By thecrabshomestead
aaronsb I checked out your panels you posted from...

aaronsb I checked out your panels you posted from Lowes that you will be using, and that looks awesome! How are you attaching? We spray foamed top bottom and sides, and ribs are showing on ceiling so...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-06-2015, 05:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 21,267
Posted By thecrabshomestead
We purchased the Foam It Green Kit from their...

We purchased the Foam It Green Kit from their website *came with 17 free things, goggles, gloves, booties, Tyvek suit, lots of nozzles and fan tips*
The kit we ordered was for 1200 sqft and was...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-02-2015, 11:08 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 16,790
Posted By thecrabshomestead
What gauge metal do you use to cover the windows...

What gauge metal do you use to cover the windows and hazard light holes
and what size rivets are good to use?
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 08-08-2015, 05:55 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 46,141
Posted By thecrabshomestead
HEy Plasma, WE are about to start wiring our...

HEy Plasma,
WE are about to start wiring our bus next week, at least stubbing it out so we can finish the interior and all. And I am trying to figure out how many v/A/W whatever I need for...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 08-08-2015, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,770
Posted By thecrabshomestead
I believe we are using conduit on the inside of...

I believe we are using conduit on the inside of the bus where it will be exposed for easy fixing. I believe we are also running it along the ceiling so we can get lights and plugs on both sides....
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 05-07-2015, 02:43 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,458
Posted By thecrabshomestead
LOL yall are hilarious. Thanks for the website...

LOL yall are hilarious. Thanks for the website Dragonpop!
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 05-07-2015, 02:37 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 29,023
Posted By thecrabshomestead
What is the name of the black auto sealant people...

What is the name of the black auto sealant people are using? I found a few kinds but didn't know which brand was best or if it even mattered. Thanks all, great tips and advice as always :)
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 05-06-2015, 11:03 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 29,023
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Polyurethane

Any advice on using polyurethane to re-seal windows? We found some leaks too and were about to go get our floor framing/insulation and decided this needs to get fixed first. We have some polyurethane...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 05-03-2015, 11:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,320
Posted By thecrabshomestead
LMAO That is awesome. And probably way more...

LMAO That is awesome. And probably way more efficient with time..although fire scares me lol
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 05-03-2015, 11:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,458
Posted By thecrabshomestead
WHore BAth lol

Lol, It is where you just use a rag and soap and water from a bucket. Or baby wipes. Maybe I got the saying from my dad who worked in the oil field or my hub who was a grunt in the army...LOL
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 05-03-2015, 11:43 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 66,196
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Great news b/c we got insurance with progressive...

Great news b/c we got insurance with progressive through an independent agent but it is commercial (not a problem) and I am paying $1400 a year (PROBLEM!). I kind of didn't care at the time b/c I...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 05-01-2015, 04:21 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,458
Posted By thecrabshomestead
solar water heater

WOW! THat looks awesome! Your friend had a great idea! We are going to be full timing in the rv while we travel around the US looking for some land to start building on...so the Skoolie will be our...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 05-01-2015, 04:18 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,458
Posted By thecrabshomestead
solar water heater

I have seen a few solar water heaters with the glass and they used black rubber hose or the copper pipe painted black. I also saw a solar water heater kit that works with a normal RV water heater...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 04-30-2015, 08:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,320
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Heat gun totally worked

Thanks everyone for the discussion here. We used just a paint scraper for the letters and it worked fine...and then we noticed the reflective tape wrapped all the way around :( =more tedious but...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 04-29-2015, 03:10 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 15,458
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Has anyone tried using only solar? Like the kind...

Has anyone tried using only solar? Like the kind of solar heating one would use a black hose on top of the bus for coiled up in a circle? I would only need hot water for showers and dishes so am...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 04-22-2015, 09:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,364
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Thanks!

Thanks for all for the tips! I am thinking of caulking with Buff Vulken 116 Polyurethane Sealant. It had good reviews at HD online, but am checking amazon too. Will update once we seal it. Going to...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 04-22-2015, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,364
Posted By thecrabshomestead
I like the pre cut metal sheet idea, how did this...

I like the pre cut metal sheet idea, how did this work for you? I have considered this too, just know there are a lot of holes from 28 seats we have! Someone said polyurethane caulk would work to...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 04-22-2015, 04:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 14,050
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Hole patchwork

What did you use to patch the floor holes? I have heard polyurethane is the best way to go other than welding. I just don't know which to choose. The kind for windows, cement/masonry, or what not....
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-21-2015, 04:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,365
Posted By thecrabshomestead
Which brand did you end up going with, and did it...

Which brand did you end up going with, and did it work?
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