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Conversion General Discussions
10-21-2013, 01:09 PM
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Chair Rail On A Crown
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Re: Chair Rail On A Crown
From what I've read on here its not worth the work and problems it creates... I did see a Tailgating bus they put a rather thick sheet of Aluminum over the Rub Rails and then put a Vinyl Wrap banner...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-21-2013, 12:35 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
I'm sorry I'm just now replying... Here's my only hindsight issue if I would have sprayed the roof... I'm going to put some 12v LED lighting in at strategic points (I currently use magnetic lighting)...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-21-2013, 11:24 AM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
Thx... I'm going to have to tackle some pretty tough things coming up... Installing my Generac RV generator I got LAST YEAR! :shock:
Make some storage and Propane storage under my floors...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-21-2013, 11:16 AM
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Rpm's on a Cummings
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usmcbay
Re: Rpm's on a Cummings
That's a GREAT LOOKING BUS btw~
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Conversion General Discussions
10-21-2013, 11:15 AM
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Rpm's on a Cummings
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Re: Rpm's on a Cummings
Thats what I figured just wanted to make sure things hadn't changed from 30 yrs ago, I've got the maintenance records from the beginning going to have to go page by page to see what was done, I...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-21-2013, 11:06 AM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
Thx... Now I've got my Dash completely tore down... It looks scary but I've got it all documented what goes where!~ (I think!!!)
I've laminated the dash with an African Wood Laminate - it looks...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-21-2013, 10:55 AM
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Rpm's on a Cummings
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Re: Rpm's on a Cummings
55 - 60 My 96 12v is running 2300 - 2400rpm
Your RPM's are probably reading wrong... (99% sure of it) You would have to have a High Power aftermarket 4k Governer Spring Kit to achieve those kinds...
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Conversion General Discussions
04-08-2013, 02:54 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
Got the Fireplace Stoned in with a 46" Samsung up Top... Working on the kitchen now!!!!
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Skoolie Conversion Projects
04-08-2013, 02:21 PM
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La Tortuga...updated 05-03-15
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usmcbay
Re: La Tortuga...update 03-30-13
Man I sure enjoyed that... I'm in need of some warmer weather motivation to get my "Rockin RV" Painted... I've been working on my Kitchen lately and this is the motivation I needed - some great ideas~
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Conversion General Discussions
02-16-2013, 11:54 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
I like my Water heater however on very cold days I have to choke the flow of water to allow it to heat up... if the outside temp rises then so does the temp of my water accordingly... so I have to...
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Conversion General Discussions
02-16-2013, 11:45 PM
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5.9 Governor Spring
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usmcbay
Re: 5.9 Governor Spring
For me it would be harder to install as you almost have to get beside the motor - not that it can't be done. But yes there is a Big Difference - not sure that I would want that on a bus thought just...
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Conversion General Discussions
01-08-2013, 03:47 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
Winter has provided plenty of opportunity to become a window insulation expert...
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Conversion General Discussions
01-08-2013, 03:35 PM
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High Density Foam being sprayed today...
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usmcbay
Re: High Density Foam being sprayed today...
Now that its winter time I realize it was the best money I put into it...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-18-2012, 03:41 PM
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Skoolies on fire!
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usmcbay
Re: Skoolies on fire!
Great Topic... I just reconsidered some plans I had and will include Fire Extinguishers as part of it. I have kept the Exits open for this reason.
Thanks for making me consider it.
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 04:46 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
The foam was $500 and I really thought I blew the money!!!! NO WAY! On humid mornings I could walk outside and literally see condensation gathering where the 2x's were for framing the walls! Probably...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 04:14 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
I am plumbing my water in this week... I've got it hooked up but no water - so unfortunately I can't address this however I will say that the Toilet that I have has an very bold curve up and around...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 04:07 PM
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Lumber recommendations?
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Re: Lumber recommendations?
I love these 2x3's... I've used them throughout my build out and can't notice ONE BIT of difference in strength. I don't think with our bus dimensions we could break that "Load Bearing" requirement...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 03:30 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
Priming...
And working on the Shower Install... 32" x 36" should be nice.
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 03:29 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
Update Cont'd...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 03:27 PM
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New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
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19,982
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usmcbay
Re: New Skoolie here... 1995 Thomas 12row rear Engine
Update 10-16-2012:
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 03:24 PM
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Skinning your bus. Any regrets?
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usmcbay
Re: Skinning your bus. Any regrets?
The rolls of bubble foil did it for me... I was having a hard time getting the heat down. I coated the Roof with the Ceramic Coating - that with the Bubble Foil~! Bingo!
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 03:14 PM
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Installed a Fireplace in my Thomas Pusher...
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usmcbay
Re: Installed a Fireplace in my Thomas Pusher...
Steps are getting close to being finished... I need to grout in the lattice work and edge of stairs.
Tiger Woven Bamboo Steps with Mini Stacker Stone and Texas Lone Stars welcoming th' friendlies!...
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 03:04 PM
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Installed a Fireplace in my Thomas Pusher...
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usmcbay
Re: Installed a Fireplace in my Thomas Pusher...
Cont'd...
32" x 36" Shower...
Closet area will soon be Bunk Beds and closet relocated next to Shower
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Conversion General Discussions
10-16-2012, 03:03 PM
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Installed a Fireplace in my Thomas Pusher...
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1,886
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usmcbay
Installed a Fireplace in my Thomas Pusher...
Okay... it's been a while since I've posted anything here but I've made some Progress so here it is...
Fireplace trimmed in Heavy Rough Cut Cedar and Studded out to look Rustic
46" Samsung...
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Conversion General Discussions
08-29-2012, 03:40 PM
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Hi! new here with a few Questions...
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4,645
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usmcbay
Re: Hi! new here with a few Questions...
I will add this... you have to be committed even when the Burnout phase hits. I went through it after a 2 month mad dash to get in it. For about a month I didn't do anything and got into a lull...
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