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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 11-13-2011, 01:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,651
Posted By logistix
Re: AC power converter

I have a 6000 watt power inverter and I run a 42" tv, mini fridge, roof mount Dometic AC and 5000 watts of stereo power off of 3 Type 8D batteries with 2 gauge wire and a 250 amp alternator. This is...
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 06-14-2011, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,656
Posted By logistix
Re: Heater Core

I ended up getting two 6" pieces of brass tubing that were threaded on the ends and shoved them down into the rubber hoses leaving the threaded part out to connect a 12" heavy duty washer hose that...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 06-14-2011, 06:59 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 187,636
Posted By logistix
Re: Typical RV License Requirements

NORTH CAROLINA

First of all, the title I got from the seller had a "BU" for bus body style; it did not list the mileage. The new title I got in the mail from the DMV also says BU without the...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 06-14-2011, 05:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,506
Posted By logistix
Re: Battery Power Inverter with Roof Mount AC

I ended up getting a 6,000 watt inverter made by Royal Power that provides 50 amps. It peaks at 12,000. I plan on using this for the 4 blacklights, refridgerator and TV when I am not using the Onan...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 06-12-2011, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,506
Posted By logistix
Re: Battery Power Inverter with Roof Mount AC

The beauty of Google and the Internet is amazing! :D

https://www.dcacpower.com/faq.html#modified
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 06-12-2011, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,881
Posted By logistix
Re: Need help with 21kw genset

AC watts / 12.1 * 1.1 = DC watts

Let us know how your results once you put in a 150 amp alternator. :D
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 06-11-2011, 02:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,881
Posted By logistix
Re: Need help with 21kw genset

How long are your extension cords? What gauge are they? How many amps are you drawing per outlet? (I tried using a small window air conditioner in a school bus window one time with a 100 foot 16...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 06-11-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,947
Posted By logistix
Re: 750 Watt/1500 Watt Surge MSW Inverter

Wow that's a great deal on that inverter!

I wouldn't use cable smaller than 4 gauge when you are connecting your batteries together. You want to keep your ground cable 3 feet or shorter if...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 06-11-2011, 01:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,506
Posted By logistix
Re: Battery Power Inverter with Roof Mount AC

I found this caculator: https://www.alternate-energy.net/calculateamp02.html

I was able to come up with 180 minutes or 3 hours with a battery bank worth 450 amp hours drawing 1,500 watts. By...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 06-11-2011, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,506
Posted By logistix
Battery Power Inverter with Roof Mount AC

I have 2 house batteries that are type 8D and provide 450 amp hours total (225 each) I also have another 8D that is for just starting the bus. I can switch all 3 to be connected if I want to as...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 04-27-2011, 12:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,003
Posted By logistix
Re: I don't wanna lose my skoolie...

Yeah Tennessee is a joke. They even let illegal immigrants from Mexico get vehicles titled. State/County probably just wants the money. Roane county I know for sure (my brother in law is one) Then...
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 03-10-2011, 01:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,656
Posted By logistix
Re: Heater Core

Yes I have an FE. Thank you for the advice! I will install a nice copper loop tonight to ensure it flows properly.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-10-2011, 08:55 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,213
Posted By logistix
Re: noob here, help with electrical

The SOLENOID allows you to flip a switch from inside your cabin whenever you want all the batteries connected or just the starting battery. It uses simple 14 gauge speaker wire. The cut-off SWITCH is...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-09-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,213
Posted By logistix
Re: noob here, help with electrical

I also just simply use a cut-off switch between my 1 starting battery and my 2 house batteries. It is rated to 1000 amp surge. Until I get more batteries, I'm not really worried about an isolator....
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 03-09-2011, 04:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,816
Posted By logistix
Re: Battery Bank

Since my 1996 Blue Bird TC2000 already came with an 8D battery, I bought 2 more Deka 8D batteries that put out 225 amp hours each. I got these for $125 each on Ebay which is a steal because normally...
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 03-09-2011, 12:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,751
Posted By logistix
Re: WHAT AIR COMPRESSOR ON CUMMINS 5.9L?

Probably a Holset. I have a Holset on my 1996 Blue Bird TC2000 with Cummins 5.9 Turbo Diesel. As far as I know, it came with it since the serial number has a 95 in it. Mine is model # SS296BE
...
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 03-09-2011, 12:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,341
Posted By logistix
Re: After market upgrades for 5.9

1. Turn the boost up on the turbo
2. Use a methanol injection kit from snow performance (hit the spray switch manually while going up a big hill or "as needed")
3. Weight reduction. (Plastic gas...
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 03-09-2011, 12:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,656
Posted By logistix
Heater Core

On my 1996 Blue Bird TC2000, I have a Cummins 5.9 Turbo Diesel. I took out the rear heater under one of the seats. Can I cap both of the coolant hoses or should I join them together with some copper...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 01-26-2011, 10:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,829
Posted By logistix
1996 Blue Bird TC2000 72 Passenger

Has anyone converted a 1996 Blue Bird TC2000 72 Passenger or similar/shorter/longer? I would like to see some pictures if you have done one. Thanks.
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