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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-23-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 38,146
Posted By captblarney
I just got off the phone with a Henry's rep. I...

I just got off the phone with a Henry's rep. I was asking about the difference between 287, 587, 687. When he asked what it was for and I told him (bus), he said that the 287 was not the product to...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-13-2016, 12:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,112
Posted By captblarney
Leaking here too. I toyed with the idea of...

Leaking here too. I toyed with the idea of putting boat hatches in in place of existing roof hatches in order to get a skylight + exit. Unfortunately they're a little pricey and need to be installed...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-13-2016, 11:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
I'm currently replacing the batteries and have...

I'm currently replacing the batteries and have been doing a bit of research on 8D's vs group 31s

Here's a few links comparing/discussing.
Do I need two 1100 CCA start batteries? - iRV2 Forums...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-06-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
The lady who runs the storage unit said that boat...

The lady who runs the storage unit said that boat may be 'permanently dry-docked'. I joke that when I drive the bus out of here, i'm taking the boat with me for the next project!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-06-2016, 10:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
Updates! Got the roof up. I'm satisfied with how...

Updates! Got the roof up. I'm satisfied with how it came together, there was a little movement once i cut it free, but not as much as I expected. I raised it 20'' in total.


I painted the hat...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 04-20-2016, 02:04 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 19,672
Posted By captblarney
Where did you order the batteries from?

Where did you order the batteries from?
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 04-11-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 976
Posted By captblarney
I had looked into using a boat hatch in...

I had looked into using a boat hatch in replacement for my cracked roof hatches. The ones i saw required that they were installed on a flat surface, while the roof opening has a bit of a radius on...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 03-23-2016, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,624
Posted By captblarney
Fixed that link for ya 1954 GMC Ward School Bus...

Fixed that link for ya
1954 GMC Ward School Bus (https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/5504106324.html)
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-10-2016, 10:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
I'll be raising the roof on mine in 3-4 weeks,...

I'll be raising the roof on mine in 3-4 weeks, thanks for the offer though. I like your approach of building it stronger than stock, especially when you consider the ribs will be walled over and...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 03-09-2016, 11:24 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 39,815
Posted By captblarney
If anyone is looking for it, i believe it's...

If anyone is looking for it, i believe it's familywagon's thread that cut below the windows https://www.skoolie.net/forums/f11/the-family-wagon-8577.html
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-09-2016, 11:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
In the discussion about roof raise steel it looks...

In the discussion about roof raise steel it looks like folks were paying about a third of the estimate i got. Looks like i need to find a new shop (or a new approach).

Anybody in AZ have any...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-08-2016, 10:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
Just got a quote for making 26 36inch hat...

Just got a quote for making 26 36inch hat channels from 14 ga. The total estimate was just over $1000, which was more than what i was expecting. For folks who went the hat channel route, what did you...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 12-17-2015, 04:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,018
Posted By captblarney
Go with the second option

Go with the second option
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-05-2015, 04:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
More progress. Getting close to raising the roof....

More progress. Getting close to raising the roof. I found a place that can make the hat channels for the ribs. Still not sure about what material to use. Im thinking cold rolled for the hat channels...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-02-2015, 08:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
Ahh, i though it was a behavior calibrator.

Ahh, i though it was a behavior calibrator.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-01-2015, 09:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
Also, I found this wedged up above the drivers...

Also, I found this wedged up above the drivers seat. Someone took those bus rules pretty seriously.

https://www.skoolie.net/attachments/photobucket/img_130245_7867bee5d3e3b5e101a2bd7709ef9f8b.jpg...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-01-2015, 09:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
its a 10 gal that i picked up from harbor freight...

its a 10 gal that i picked up from harbor freight
10 gal 2.5 HP 125 PSI Oil Lube Air Compressor (https://www.harborfreight.com/10-gal-25-hp-125-psi-oil-lube-air-compressor-61490.html)

it was able...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 12-01-2015, 05:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
A picture's worth a thousand words Maybe more,...

A picture's worth a thousand words
Maybe more, who knows?
And so my skoolie chums
I will not bore you with my prose.
...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 05-30-2015, 02:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,918
Posted By captblarney
Thanks cowlitz coach. I ended up buying this bus...

Thanks cowlitz coach. I ended up buying this bus and you were right, when I got down to see it, the headroom was less than I had thought.

I probably could have waited for a better deal, but the...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-29-2015, 10:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,008
Posted By captblarney
Wow, thanks all for the great responses, i love...

Wow, thanks all for the great responses, i love this site. Really made me reconsider what i actually need given the intended use. I ended up going with two pittsburg impact sets from harbor freight...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 05-28-2015, 03:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,918
Posted By captblarney
Thats right, straight up 17 to old Slowdona. ...

Thats right, straight up 17 to old Slowdona.

How about yourself?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-28-2015, 02:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,008
Posted By captblarney
:confused::confused:Thanks, that makes sense to...

:confused::confused:Thanks, that makes sense to me. I found this one, but dont know much about this brand (kind of pricey). I may just do as calmingcrow suggested and piece one together.

Klutch...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-28-2015, 01:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
I picked it up in Phoenix, AZ from an engine shop...

I picked it up in Phoenix, AZ from an engine shop that had taken it in on a trade. It was in service here in AZ.

There are two similar busses available on publicsurplus.com at the moment. Only...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-28-2015, 01:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,008
Posted By captblarney
Power tools for sure. I dont have electricity...

Power tools for sure. I dont have electricity available where i will be converting the bus. I considered buying a set of battery powered tools, but i think for the extra money/reduced lifespan, i'm...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-28-2015, 12:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,986
Posted By captblarney
Brighty Bus

Just picked up a 93 Blue Bird All American Pusher last week. Cummins 8.3, MT643, 80k miles. Got her home and I'm getting ready to start the conversion, which i will detail here.

Drive home went...
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