Journey with Confidence
RV GPS App
RV Trip Planner
RV LIFE Campground Reviews
RV Maintenance
Take a Speed Test
Free 7 Day Trial
×
Home
Forum
Photos
Registry
School Bus Conversion Resources
>
Search Forums
Search Results
Skoolie
Google
Click Here to Login
Register
Registry
Registry
All Registries
Browse by Username
Browse Recently Added
Browse Recently Modified
Browse Most Commented
Browse Most Popular
Advanced Search
Help
FAQ
Community
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Log in
Community Links
Pictures & Albums
Members List
Search Forums
Show Threads
Show Posts
Tag Search
Advanced Search
Go to Page...
Page 1 of 4
1
2
3
>
Last
»
Showing results 1 to 25 of 76
Search took
0.01
seconds.
Search:
Posts Made By:
Stopbit
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
11-04-2011, 11:03 AM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Going to being selling the Bus for $6000 to buy a slide-in truck camper for my Ranger. Just don't have the time to finish this build and a TC just makes more since for what I will be doing. Will post...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
05-05-2011, 07:08 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
My AC unit is 13.5k BTU so hoping it can handle startup. I have not finished my electrical system so have not had a chance to test starting AC with genny yet.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
05-02-2011, 05:41 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
The exhaust was extended to go strait down instead of out the side of the generator. Will try to get a pic of it next time I'm working on the bus. I will mainly use it for powering the Air while...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
05-01-2011, 08:08 AM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Total for both the generator mount and scooter/motorcycle carrier was about $1300. Would have been alot cheaper if I would have painted and installed them myself but with all my crazy work hours and...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
05-01-2011, 12:18 AM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Wish I could take credit for it but I had Mark@ https://www.bluedragonmetalworks.com/ do all the metal work for me. My new job has me doing alot of travel and didn't want to loose to much time on bus...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
04-30-2011, 03:47 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Made a little more progress. Got the generator and scooter mount made and installed at metal shop. I have started on electrical system as well. More pics on my blog site.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
03-14-2011, 07:21 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Ended up paying a local RV parts store to install my new AC unit and having same metalshop that made my rear deck fabricate a slide system for to place my generator under the bus and carrier for my...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
12-05-2010, 04:53 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Have not tested it yet but have high hopes it will work for my small system.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
12-05-2010, 07:49 AM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Do you mean the Air Admittance Valve (https://www.ipscorp.com/studor/minivent)? It allows me to have a vent for my grey water without running a vent pipe through the roof.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
12-04-2010, 03:09 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Think I have mostly finished the water system in my bus, next will be the power system. Also completed base for jack-knife sofa. More pics on my blog.
Forum:
Conversion General Discussions
11-19-2010, 09:08 AM
Replies:
3
Is this feasable?
Views:
1,274
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Is this feasable?
I thought about doing that myself but from what I read on mutiple forums seems the 2000w generators usally have problems starting most 13.5k + AC units. It appears some people have had luck...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
11-16-2010, 04:34 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Got myself a brand new 70" jack-knife sofa for $200 from a guy that pulled it out of a 2011 TT. Got to love those craigslist deals :)
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
11-15-2010, 07:00 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Got some more done with the water system. Picked up a Bosch GL4 Ariston 4-Gallon Point-of-Use Indoor Electric Mini-Tank Water Heater and cut the hole for the grey water tank. Was concerned the dump...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
11-07-2010, 05:41 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
So looks like I have a Eaton 19050S differential/rear-end with a ratio of 4.63. I have seen some 3.70 and 4.33 used ones for sale but was hoping for a 3.90 or 4.11.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
11-07-2010, 06:59 AM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Come next year looks like the bus has a few high cost upgrades coming so I can make the trip to CA and back in April. Going to need fresh tires all around which will be $1200 - $1600 depending if I...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
11-06-2010, 04:05 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Got the bus back from https://www.bluedragonmetalworks.com/ where I had a rear deck and storage box made for my bus. I gave the rear deck a couple coats of paint and also installed the clear lenses...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
10-31-2010, 06:33 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
I ordered them from Kansas Truck Equipment (800-365-0217) . As to whether they will fit a thomas body not sure, but they should be able to tell you.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
10-28-2010, 12:38 AM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Thats where I got mine.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
10-27-2010, 08:55 AM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Have not got alot done due to work. Did get the countertop and plywood for bed installed. The metal shop guy should have my 2 foot rear deck and 3 foot under bus storge box done next week. Had a...
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
09-12-2010, 05:58 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Cut my first hole in the bus for the fresh water gravity fill and installed the clear lens on the rear lights today.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
09-11-2010, 08:59 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Got all the metal brackets and strapes at home depot. The jury is still out on how good of an idea the metal strapes are.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
09-11-2010, 06:01 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Got some framing done, parking brake adjusted, and fuel cut off relay replaced. As always more pics on my blog.
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
08-27-2010, 05:10 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
So talked to a place that will install a 13.5k BTU AC in the bus for me for between $800 and $900 including the new unit. Will be getting that done on 9/6 and it should only take a day or two....
Forum:
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
08-21-2010, 01:45 PM
Replies:
105
Introducing my first bus
Views:
20,570
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Introducing my first bus
Ordered some parts for the fresh water and power systems. Also picked up a compact fridge that had a lock for the door and a 700w microwave as well. I should be able to pick up all the other needed...
Forum:
Conversion General Discussions
07-16-2010, 03:50 PM
Replies:
4
Short bus AC install(need advice)
Views:
1,782
Posted By
Stopbit
Re: Short bus AC install(need advice)
Turns out the diagram I was looking at that had 44" length was for a low-profile unit, I'm an idot sorry :) I did find the correct diagram for a normal unit and I think I can fit it in there just...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 76
Page 1 of 4
1
2
3
>
Last
»
Forum Jump
User Control Panel
Private Messages
Subscriptions
Who's Online
Search Forums
Forums Home
Desktop View
Mobile View
Skoolie Community Forums
Forum Admin | Account Help | Suggestion Box
New Member Intros - Say Hello!
Bus Conversions
Conversion Tutorials and How-to's
Skoolie Conversion Projects
Conversion General Discussions
Short-Bus Conversion Projects
Coach Conversion Projects
Skoolie Tech
Electrical, Charging and Solar
Plumbing, Water and Waste
Heating, Cooling and Appliances
Brake Systems and Air Brakes
Mechanical and Drivetrains
Ford Drivetrain
GM | Chevrolet Drivetrain
Detroit Diesel Drivetrain
International | Navistar Drivetrain
Caterpillar Drivetrain
Cummins Drivetrain
Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels
Skoolie General Forums
Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions
Skoolie Life
Mobile Tech | Phone, Internet & e-Gadgets
Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates
Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
School Bus News
Skoolie Owners Registry
All times are GMT -5. The time now is
09:24 AM
.
-- Skoolie
-- Mobile
Contact Us
-
School Bus Conversions
-
Archive
-
Community Rules
-
Terms of Service
-
Privacy
-
Accessibility
-
RVLife
-
Top
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.