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01-26-2018, 06:19 PM
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#521
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Finally got a bed spread for the first time in years & finished my dresser for my clothes, it is almost time to move in. One more project done.
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01-26-2018, 06:32 PM
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Bus Crazy
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: SE Florida
Posts: 1,108
Year: 2003
Coachwork: International
Engine: T444E
Rated Cap: 65 pax
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Nice [emoji4]
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01-26-2018, 06:42 PM
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#523
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Fayetteville Arkansas
Posts: 419
Year: 1991
Coachwork: Carpenter
Chassis: GMC G3500 Vandura
Engine: V-8 5.7L Gas
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Looking pretty slick. Did you say that you didn't do any insulation and had a hard time around Colorado?
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01-26-2018, 07:31 PM
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#524
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Quote:
Originally Posted by WanderWoman
Nice [emoji4]
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I know you are but what am i.? 😄
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01-26-2018, 07:34 PM
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Originally Posted by Thomas1985
Looking pretty slick. Did you say that you didn't do any insulation and had a hard time around Colorado?
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I have put in insulation since colorado but had zero while i was out their,
I was turtleing pretty bad.
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01-26-2018, 07:42 PM
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: Fayetteville Arkansas
Posts: 419
Year: 1991
Coachwork: Carpenter
Chassis: GMC G3500 Vandura
Engine: V-8 5.7L Gas
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Right on. I'm glad you put some in. Being comfortable is tricky in these things. Are you making any plans for heat and air while camping? I can't decide if I want to get a window unit and use my generator or get a roof mounted one. I kind of like the idea of a complete roof deck for shade.
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01-26-2018, 11:20 PM
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#527
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Originally Posted by Thomas1985
Right on. I'm glad you put some in. Being comfortable is tricky in these things. Are you making any plans for heat and air while camping? I can't decide if I want to get a window unit and use my generator or get a roof mounted one. I kind of like the idea of a complete roof deck for shade.
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yea thanks i havent had a good night sleep in it yet,
i am savei g up for a coleman mach 8 9200btu roof top unit. i plan on rinning it off a honda/yamaha 2000i generator. they make pretty small window units that i think alot of people seem to be enjoying with a generator.
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01-27-2018, 11:47 AM
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Bus Crazy
Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: SE Florida
Posts: 1,108
Year: 2003
Coachwork: International
Engine: T444E
Rated Cap: 65 pax
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dopamine16
I know you are but what am i.? [emoji1]
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You know I sing songed that as I read it [emoji38]
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01-28-2018, 08:53 PM
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#529
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Quote:
Originally Posted by WanderWoman
You know I sing songed that as I read it [emoji38]
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lol...!! sorry i havent used that line in years so i couldent resist. I enjoy whatching pee-wee herman still.
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02-03-2018, 09:07 PM
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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The police pulled me over for the first time tonight in cannabus, The reason.?? He wanted to check it out. like' em or hate them cops are just people like you & i, he was awsome, was excited to see it, I gave him a full tour on the side of the road while talking about national parks & camping. With out a doubt the best police encounter i ever had.
Old picture from highway patrol inspection.
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02-03-2018, 09:12 PM
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Upstate, SC
Posts: 278
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dopamine16
The police pulled me over for the first time tonight in cannabus, The reason.?? He wanted to check it out. like' em or hate them cops are just people like you & i, he was awsome, was excited to see it, I gave him a full tour on the side of the road while talking about national parks & camping. With out a doubt the best police encounter i ever had.
Old picture from highway patrol inspection.
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Gross abuse of power by the cop.
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02-03-2018, 09:27 PM
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#532
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ben2go
Gross abuse of power by the cop.
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As long as im on their good side everything is all good. Another funny police time was when 3 cops showed up to deal with my out of control neighbor they didnt know i was working inside the bus but they were standing in front of it talking about it while dealing with the neighbor, it had me laughing for sure.
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02-04-2018, 12:08 AM
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#533
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Traveling
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Midwest
Posts: 2,573
Year: 2003
Coachwork: BlueBird
Chassis: TC2000
Engine: 5.9L Cummins
Rated Cap: '00
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Hey, man- bus is coming along nicely.
I don't want to harsh your mellow, but I noticed you used the braided pvc for airlines-- not a huge fan of that hose in that secondary air application. You also mentioned raising your air pressure even higher...
It's borderline rated for the pressures you want to use to control your suspension. There is working pressure, and then there are safety factors.
And then there is the hose clamps and barbs...You might get by, you might not. Temperature cycles and pulses, etc. Working temperature of that hose is only 125 degrees F
Go with some Parker hose and fittings to be safe - they can be pricey, but ebay has some deals.
....I did read air bags here somewhere...right? not just the horn? I hope...
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02-05-2018, 03:13 PM
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#534
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rusty
Hey, man- bus is coming along nicely.
I don't want to harsh your mellow, but I noticed you used the braided pvc for airlines-- not a huge fan of that hose in that secondary air application. You also mentioned raising your air pressure even higher...
It's borderline rated for the pressures you want to use to control your suspension. There is working pressure, and then there are safety factors.
And then there is the hose clamps and barbs...You might get by, you might not. Temperature cycles and pulses, etc. Working temperature of that hose is only 125 degrees F
Go with some Parker hose and fittings to be safe - they can be pricey, but ebay has some deals.
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....I did read air bags here somewhere...right? not just the horn? I hope...
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I wont be installing my airbag suspension im gunna sell them for cheap & cut my losses on those,
the hose tubing is braided pvc i got it cause it is rated for 225psi not sure the temp range didnt even come to mind, my pressure sensor shuts off at 200psi. chasing a bunch of air leaks.?, you bet. i do have a very small leak after i chased abunch from the bard/hose connecting point so yes i will be changing over the lines, not too bad of a job now that i got everything in place & have all the lines lenths.
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02-05-2018, 03:35 PM
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#535
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Traveling
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Midwest
Posts: 2,573
Year: 2003
Coachwork: BlueBird
Chassis: TC2000
Engine: 5.9L Cummins
Rated Cap: '00
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Originally Posted by dopamine16
I wont be installing my airbag suspension im gunna sell them for cheap & cut my losses on those,
the hose tubing is braided pvc i got it cause it is rated for 225psi not sure the temp range didnt even come to mind, my pressure sensor shuts off at 200psi. chasing a bunch of air leaks.?, you bet. i do have a very small leak after i chased abunch from the bard/hose connecting point so yes i will be changing over the lines, not too bad of a job now that i got everything in place & have all the lines lenths.
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...yeah, I hate being "that guy".
Actually, the proper fittings and hose are much, much easier to use.
Hose clamps are all crap these days, I go to ebay for NOS ones made in 'Murica.
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02-05-2018, 04:43 PM
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#536
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Well someone has to be that guy, how else are we supose to learn.? just dont be that guy like my dad & call me a worthless piece of s**t everytime i ask for help cause i dont know as much as you.
So you suggest i search ebay for NOS hose & fittings.?
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02-05-2018, 05:10 PM
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#537
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Bus Geek
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Columbus Ohio
Posts: 18,830
Year: 1991
Coachwork: Carpenter
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: DTA360 / MT643
Rated Cap: 7 Row Handicap
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I bought braided steel airlines when I added my Air dryer... past the tanks I thyink you can use the nbyloin. air brake line... you arent compressing at that point so heat isn t a concern like on the inlet side of the tank..
why no bags? too hard to mod the suspension for them?
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02-05-2018, 05:57 PM
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#538
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Southern California
Posts: 554
Year: 2002
Chassis: e450 super duty
Engine: 7.3l ford powerstroke
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cadillackid
I bought braided steel airlines when I added my Air dryer... past the tanks I thyink you can use the nbyloin. air brake line... you arent compressing at that point so heat isn t a concern like on the inlet side of the tank..
why no bags? too hard to mod the suspension for them?
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I might just go down to the "hose guy"shop & have him make me some steal braid crimped hose or something similiar.
I do want to install them & there isnt any modifying at all just a couple holes in the frame, it is just my dad this whole project isnt my headache my dad is my biggest headace. Everytime i want to install them or do anything for that matter he talks me out of it & tells me im wasting my time & that they will be pointless & just goes on & on, so im really just had enough. the more i have to do to my bus the longer i have to stay here with him cant do it anymore.. sorry kinda venting alittle
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02-05-2018, 06:29 PM
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Traveling
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Midwest
Posts: 2,573
Year: 2003
Coachwork: BlueBird
Chassis: TC2000
Engine: 5.9L Cummins
Rated Cap: '00
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dopamine16
I might just go down to the "hose guy"shop & have him make me some steal braid crimped hose or something similiar.
I do want to install them & there isnt any modifying at all just a couple holes in the frame, it is just my dad this whole project isnt my headache my dad is my biggest headace. Everytime i want to install them or do anything for that matter he talks me out of it & tells me im wasting my time & that they will be pointless & just goes on & on, so im really just had enough. the more i have to do to my bus the longer i have to stay here with him cant do it anymore.. sorry kinda venting alittle
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It's cool. Family. At least they try to help a bit. It is easy to get overwhelmed by the details. It takes time.
It doesn't need to be steel braided. Ebay is a great source for the fittings & tubing. I like to stick with a single brand for ease.
fittings
Tubing
info on the products
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02-05-2018, 07:10 PM
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#540
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Bus Geek
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Columbus Ohio
Posts: 18,830
Year: 1991
Coachwork: Carpenter
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: DTA360 / MT643
Rated Cap: 7 Row Handicap
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dopamine16
I might just go down to the "hose guy"shop & have him make me some steal braid crimped hose or something similiar.
I do want to install them & there isnt any modifying at all just a couple holes in the frame, it is just my dad this whole project isnt my headache my dad is my biggest headace. Everytime i want to install them or do anything for that matter he talks me out of it & tells me im wasting my time & that they will be pointless & just goes on & on, so im really just had enough. the more i have to do to my bus the longer i have to stay here with him cant do it anymore.. sorry kinda venting alittle
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you can also make sir lines out of steel braided hose and AN fittings. the fittings are a bit of a PITA to put on. but they will hold well more than the pressures you are dealing with in air..
https://www.summitracing.com/search/...erms-_-keyword
I cant help too much with the family thing.. my dad was the one who FORBID me to ever own a school bus since "Normal" people dont drive around in old school busses... life now - I have 2 busses and a father I dont speak to.. so I didnt do very well i nthe family aspect..
-Christopher
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