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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 05-27-2019, 12:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,998
Posted By Clayton
Simple Shore Power System

I'm in the process of wiring my bus. I'm just keeping it simple. For shore power all I will have is 3 plugs in the bus. I plan to run off of 30 amp shore power hook ups. The question is, do I need to...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 05-20-2019, 09:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,600
Posted By Clayton
Thanks. Ill drive it as soon as possible.

Thanks. Ill drive it as soon as possible.
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 05-20-2019, 04:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,600
Posted By Clayton
DT466 smoke troubleshoot

I own a skoolie that has a 1996 International DT466 230hp (mechanical) Diesel. Engine was overhauled but has not been broken in yet as it is not insured. Its been started and run now and then for a...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-12-2018, 08:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 663
Posted By Clayton
Caution before buying Suburban products.

I bought a Suburban furnace and had a minor question about installation. So I called them, Airxcel 423-775-2131. They have no tech people to answer your questions! They said if you have questions...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-11-2018, 03:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,644
Posted By Clayton
I attached a couple photos. One shows the corner...

I attached a couple photos. One shows the corner the furnace will be located in. Another shows the bottom of the furnace. The bottom of the furnace has a 3.25x10 inch cutout for a duct. I plan to use...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-10-2018, 07:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,644
Posted By Clayton
Thanks for the replies. My thought was that just...

Thanks for the replies. My thought was that just making a wood box and lining it with a metal plenum would be easier and nicer than making a separate wood box and making a separate metal plenum to...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-10-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,644
Posted By Clayton
Any suggestions?

Any suggestions?
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-10-2018, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,644
Posted By Clayton
Suburban NT furnace / heater ducting question

I would like my NT-30SP heater to sit on a plenum that has heat ducts coming off it. I was thinking of building a wood plenum and lining it with sheet metal. Does anyone see any issues with this? I...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 12-16-2017, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,635
Posted By Clayton
My bus is from Canada. But my second one will be...

My bus is from Canada. But my second one will be from the Southern USA. The busses get very rusty up here. Secondly, I think most things just cost less in the US even with the dollar exchange.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 12-16-2017, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,635
Posted By Clayton
I'm in Alberta too. Where do you live?

I'm in Alberta too. Where do you live?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-12-2017, 10:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,076
Posted By Clayton
How square is your bus?

I noticed my bus was not really square when I laid plywood on the floor. And now that I'm framing the walls, I found that the windows on the opposite side of the bus are about 1/2 inch off-set from...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-28-2017, 11:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 19,070
Posted By Clayton
I glued tongue and groove cedar to my ceiling...

I glued tongue and groove cedar to my ceiling with PL400 fast grab. A very slow pain the butt to do. It looks good though.
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 09-20-2017, 09:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,592
Posted By Clayton
I just did mine..... It would be best if you have...

I just did mine..... It would be best if you have a garage to work in or at least a concrete pad. If you have some experience rebuilding engines, good. But if not, its not for a do it yourselfer....
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2017, 09:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,016
Posted By Clayton
I think 23 liters is right. I have not changed...

I think 23 liters is right. I have not changed the oil. I was hoping this test would tell me if I need to change the oil and what type was in there... But nope.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2017, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,016
Posted By Clayton
I seen that also. Its not 230 liters, can you...

I seen that also. Its not 230 liters, can you imagine that oil change? HAHA
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2017, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,016
Posted By Clayton
Anyone here know how to analize transmission oil sample test results? Its Greek to me

Anyone here know how to analize transmission oil sample test results? Its Greek to me. They give you a simple interpretation but it does not tell you much. The transmission is a 1996 Allison MD3060....
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-01-2017, 09:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,625
Posted By Clayton
I would replace the wood exactly as it was. DO...

I would replace the wood exactly as it was. DO NOT use green pressure treated wood. That stuff reacts with metals and causes corrosion, especially aluminum. Its is slightly toxic. And it is not...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-26-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,619
Posted By Clayton
I appreciate your help. After you mentioned...

I appreciate your help. After you mentioned Haldex, I was able to find this fantastic video on them if anyone else needs it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3HRWoof0XM
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-26-2017, 03:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,619
Posted By Clayton
Air Brake question. Does anyone know much about this type of slack adjuster?

I am doing a rear axle seal and need to remove the brake drum. To do that I need to back out the slack adjuster. The one on my bus must be a really old type as I never seen this kind before. Has...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 08-26-2017, 01:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,596
Posted By Clayton
Just a bit of supporting evidence. My Dad and...

Just a bit of supporting evidence. My Dad and Uncle have IHC combines from the 70s and early 80s that have the DT466 and DT436. They have never had any work done to them and still have the original...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 08-26-2017, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,596
Posted By Clayton
From what I have seen the PH and SCA are for...

From what I have seen the PH and SCA are for cavitation, not seal issues. It seems most ELCs have some OAT or HOAT in them and that's what is hard on seals. Gaskets and seal manufactures address this...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 08-26-2017, 12:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,596
Posted By Clayton
Wrong coolant possible cause of the common Dt466 cylinder liner leaks?

My Dt466 had leaking cylinder liner seals. Its repaired but I did some investigating. You hear lots of stuff about cavitation but this was not the cause of the leaks. It was due to hardened, cracked...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 08-20-2017, 08:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,589
Posted By Clayton
I appreciate the help. :smile:

I appreciate the help. :smile:
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 08-20-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,589
Posted By Clayton
New seals and rings, only honed and cleaned old...

New seals and rings, only honed and cleaned old liners and pistons.
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 08-20-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,589
Posted By Clayton
I don't know, no water separator either.

I don't know, no water separator either.
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