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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-26-2017, 02:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,783
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Oh, boy, North Pole...I've never been into...

Oh, boy, North Pole...I've never been into organized sports, but you guys used to be one of my high school's most contentious rivals in just about every sport. Good thing we're not in high school any...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-26-2017, 01:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,783
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Have you read through the thread at...

Have you read through the thread at https://www.skoolie.net/forums/f10/how-to-remove-the-thomas-vandalock-ignition-interlock-10956.html ?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-26-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,783
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
We're just outside Bozeman, MT now, and Velda is...

We're just outside Bozeman, MT now, and Velda is parked in the outdoor storage area at the mini-storage facility that we're managing while we finish her up. (Housing, a paycheck, AND a place to...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-26-2017, 01:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,783
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
I had this happen once and I tore my hair out for...

I had this happen once and I tore my hair out for a good half-hour before my girlfriend asked me if the bus was in neutral...:banghead:

You might also just double-check that all exit doors are...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 01-26-2017, 09:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,854
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
I was stoked to see the 1997 International Amtran...

I was stoked to see the 1997 International Amtran recommended, because I've got a 1999 International Amtran...very different buses in many ways, exactly the same in others. That said:

The DT466 is...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-26-2017, 09:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,022
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
I tried using sketchup, but as has already been...

I tried using sketchup, but as has already been noted, quite a few of the appliances available to pick from aren't to the same scale. And since I went with RV-specific appliances, they're all smaller...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2016, 09:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,985
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Looking good! It's great to see somebody else...

Looking good! It's great to see somebody else putting a shop in their bus, too.
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 08-15-2016, 10:22 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 67,274
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
All I can say is that if disconnecting the exits...

All I can say is that if disconnecting the exits resulted in the bus not starting, there's a relay somewhere. Follow the wires until you find it, because you have to disconnect it to get your bus to...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 07-24-2016, 10:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,147
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
color matters

If you're looking to stay cool, make sure that you paint your bus a light color - white or even silver are best for this. Light colors reflect the most sunlight and will absorb less heat. Since I'm...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 07-21-2016, 06:24 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 71,714
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
so many colors! OK, so just four.

All of the 12V is blue 12# stranded, insulated for and capable of carrying up to 600V.

All of the 120V uses white, black, and green 12# stranded, also insulated for and capable of carrying up to...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 07-18-2016, 04:22 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 71,714
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Electrical code says it's OK...

The quote below is from ~2007 NEC - even though it's "out of date" this isn't the kind of thing that changes drastically, one edition to another, so I'll take it that safety is not the issue with...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 07-16-2016, 12:17 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 71,714
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Oh, for *@%! I recall hearing/reading that...

Oh, for *@%!

I recall hearing/reading that 12V and 120V should only cross at right angles, but somehow missed the "don't run them next to each other" part. Guess I get to rip out everything I...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-16-2016, 09:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,822
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Congratulations!

As the proud owner of a 1999 International Genesis with the same engine and transmission that you just purchased, I can say that I'm very excited for you! Driving sure is different when you're behind...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 07-16-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 71,714
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
12V separation from combustibles

It's been a while since I last posted here, and I am thrilled to say that Velda is now registered as a Motor Home, with license plates and everything! She's legal! (Driving her is SO MUCH FUN!!!)
...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-29-2016, 11:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,964
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
It looks like they have quite a few openings in...

It looks like they have quite a few openings in Utah still - check out American Land & Leisure - Utah Workamping (https://www.americanll.com/utah-jobs/) and fill out their on-line application. Good...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-29-2016, 09:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,789
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
I will not be showing the pictures above to my...

I will not be showing the pictures above to my mother. Eek.
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 02-29-2016, 09:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,629
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
I bought Velda through publicsurplus.com from the...

I bought Velda through publicsurplus.com from the Adams 12 Five Star School District in Thornton, CO (just north of Denver). The price was right at $2025 (I was the second bidder), and she came with...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-28-2016, 10:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,965
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
This is an endless gray area, and in some states...

This is an endless gray area, and in some states it's worse than in others. Federal law on the matter changed in 2009 or so, and many states haven't caught up yet.

USDOT, which issues DOT numbers...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-28-2016, 09:59 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 36,732
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
After much research, I decided to go with the...

After much research, I decided to go with the Nature's Head. My girlfriend was horrified when it arrived, as all that she can think of when she sees it is that I spent $1000 on a fancy bucket. But it...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-28-2016, 09:33 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 71,714
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Oh, another site I found helpful in making sure I...

Oh, another site I found helpful in making sure I had the right lights in the right places: https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations/title49/section/393.11

This shows the requirements for color of...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-28-2016, 09:24 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 71,714
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Update! I'm going to keep this going in the DC...

Update! I'm going to keep this going in the DC wiring thread since it is related to DC, just the intricacies of a particular part of the DC system.

I finally found a site with some information...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-26-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 17,791
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Talk about making lemonade out of lemons! This...

Talk about making lemonade out of lemons! This looks like a great way for you to turn a disaster into a really cool project :)
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 02-26-2016, 11:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,237
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Good on you for doing this on Kodiak - I'm from...

Good on you for doing this on Kodiak - I'm from Juneau but am doing Velda's conversion in Wisconsin for easier (and cheaper) access to materials and better weather than I could hope for in coastal...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-17-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,249
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
I'd actually completely forgotten about the front...

I'd actually completely forgotten about the front flashers, so after posting/reading posts here I removed the reds from in front and moved the ambers to the outside holes. I'll cover the empty holes...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-12-2016, 03:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,249
Posted By VeldatheWonderbus
Per the State Patrol here in Wisconsin, the upper...

Per the State Patrol here in Wisconsin, the upper flashing lights have to be removed, not just covered or disconnected. I asked if I could re-wire them to be "extra" driving and turn lights, and the...
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