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Forum: Ford Drivetrain 12-28-2018, 08:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,204
Posted By djmel85
Yeah I know a diesel is what I would like. A 466...

Yeah I know a diesel is what I would like. A 466 I think is what I really would like. But this thing was 1500.00 and it's in good shape for the year. Guess I'll keep looking. Thanks.
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 12-28-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,204
Posted By djmel85
Same size guy said it got about 8mpg but handled...

Same size guy said it got about 8mpg but handled hills in PA. good. What could I expect from a 466 or a 7.3?
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 12-28-2018, 08:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,204
Posted By djmel85
Your thoughts on 428 gasser

Hi I just found a ok bus for sale. It's a 1986 Ford with a 428 gas and a stick. Is it worth my time or is diesel the only way to go? Thanks for the input.
Forum: GM | Chevrolet Drivetrain 11-29-2018, 04:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,470
Posted By djmel85
Thanks guys I'll have to look into the rear end...

Thanks guys I'll have to look into the rear end gearing. And it's a five speed stick not a six.
Forum: GM | Chevrolet Drivetrain 11-29-2018, 07:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,470
Posted By djmel85
Big block GMC 366,427,500

Does anyone know if the transmissions to any of these engines would bolt up to a Duramax. I was looking at a nice bus with a 5spd. and a split rear end but it has a 366 gas. I would like to change it...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-05-2018, 08:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 873
Posted By djmel85
Thanks for the info

Thanks for the info
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-04-2018, 09:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 873
Posted By djmel85
Howdy folks!

I have a line on a 1985 GMC 8 window 5 speed with a split rear end 46000 miles and a 366 big block. Any thoughts on that combination? The price seems good at 1300.00 best offer. But how are gas...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 02-04-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,496
Posted By djmel85
That thing is AWESOME! Love the look of the older...

That thing is AWESOME! Love the look of the older busses. Wish you had a YouTube channel. I would love to watch this build.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2016, 09:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,410
Posted By djmel85
Cool guys thanks for all the info. I like the...

Cool guys thanks for all the info. I like the individual stories everyone has, very cool and helpful!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2016, 03:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,410
Posted By djmel85
Happy ?

@Crossy
So in the end was it worth it?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2016, 01:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,322
Posted By djmel85
@ Crazycal , Thanks and good to know sorry for...

@ Crazycal , Thanks and good to know sorry for your luck hope it worked out in the end.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,322
Posted By djmel85
@ orichal1984 Thks just found that site I really...

@ orichal1984 Thks just found that site I really like it
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-13-2016, 12:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,322
Posted By djmel85
Ok thank you

Ok thank you
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-13-2016, 12:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,410
Posted By djmel85
Ok I'll give it a shot

Ok I'll give it a shot
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-13-2016, 11:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,410
Posted By djmel85
Initial cost?

I know this is probable a silly question that had to been asked before BBBBUUUT I'm going to ask anyway. I want to get a feel for the average price that people paid for the stock bus. I know it all...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-13-2016, 08:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,322
Posted By djmel85
Don Brown sales?

Hi, again. I was wondering if anyone knows anything about (Don Brown sales , Buscrazy.net). I live in New York and found this place on line. They have a very large selection, but when I was talking...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-31-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,703
Posted By djmel85
Fishing Fanatic , you from NY? And do yo have any...

Fishing Fanatic , you from NY? And do yo have any pictures of your ride?
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-24-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 18,419
Posted By djmel85
That is an awesome choice. I only wish I knew...

That is an awesome choice. I only wish I knew exactly what I wanted. I'm leaning toward a IH with a 466, that's about all I know now.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-14-2016, 06:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,703
Posted By djmel85
Thanks for all the information, should be a great...

Thanks for all the information, should be a great help. Now I have to just decide what model and type to get.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-09-2016, 02:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,703
Posted By djmel85
Thank you I will but I thought this would be...

Thank you I will but I thought this would be faster. And does anyone "really" like going to the DMV ? LOL
Thanks again
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-03-2016, 04:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,703
Posted By djmel85
Question New York registration and licence questions

Hello All :smile:
I am a new member to the site. My wife and I of 30 years are very interested in doing this. But before I dive in and buy a bus I was wondering if any one from the very depressing...
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