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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 10-05-2022, 04:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,270
Posted By Brdfrd
So LED lights generally operate on either 12 or...

So LED lights generally operate on either 12 or 24vDC, and you can dim many just by dropping the voltage. In theory, if you knew these were 12v LEDs, you could bypass the driver—sometimes it’s built...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 08-08-2022, 09:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,862
Posted By Brdfrd
Is this bus still for sale? Thanks, Brad

Is this bus still for sale?

Thanks, Brad
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-26-2022, 05:21 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,674
Posted By Brdfrd
I'm not a flipping idiot. It's a "smart panel"...

I'm not a flipping idiot. It's a "smart panel" that connects to your service panel, designed for this purpose.

I know folks are making solar work. But, I don't want to drill my roof full of holes...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-26-2022, 04:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,674
Posted By Brdfrd
Warranty is 24 months, but as far as turn-around,...

Warranty is 24 months, but as far as turn-around, I don't know. I tested one of these for a few days, and I was pretty impressed. The all-in-one is also an advantage, though--I can pull the whole...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-24-2022, 08:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,063
Posted By Brdfrd
Thanks. I'm waiting to hear what happens with the...

Thanks. I'm waiting to hear what happens with the inspection. I'm expecting that they're going to find they need to put money into it in order to get it to pass, and maybe they'll cut their losses...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-24-2022, 08:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 702
Posted By Brdfrd
Thanks--I dug around a little and found some...

Thanks--I dug around a little and found some info, but yours is way more complete and informative. This is a really nice looking bus, but it's not the one for us...

Brad
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-24-2022, 01:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 702
Posted By Brdfrd
At542?

I’m looking at a Thomas bus on an International chassis. I called the dealer with the vin to try and figure out which trans it has, and they’re telling me it has a 542?

I haven’t seen that one...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-23-2022, 06:05 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,674
Posted By Brdfrd
We're starting to plan our build, and we'll be...

We're starting to plan our build, and we'll be doing exactly this. I think we're leaning towards the EcoFlow Delta Pro, with the auxiliary battery, for 7200Wh total.

for reference:...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-21-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,063
Posted By Brdfrd
Booyah, It's hard to say. It sort of felt like...

Booyah, It's hard to say. It sort of felt like slack being taken up--but the tie rods ends seemed tight. Trying to sort it out in a church parking lot, without a jack to take weight off the wheel, it...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-20-2022, 04:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,063
Posted By Brdfrd
So Christopher, we looked at the bus today and...

So Christopher, we looked at the bus today and took it for a ride. 55 mph wasn't a big deal, around 2100-2200-ish RPMs--The church representative showing me the bus said they cruise at up to 65 with...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-16-2022, 08:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,063
Posted By Brdfrd
Thanks again, Christopher, All good...

Thanks again, Christopher,

All good information. I got the vin for the bus, but I'm not going to bother the guy at the International dealer any more, unless this bus turns out to be something...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-15-2022, 08:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,063
Posted By Brdfrd
Thanks VERY much Christopher. That was...

Thanks VERY much Christopher.

That was extremely helpful. I haven't worked on any automatic transmissions, but I spent a few years, when I was much younger, turning wrenches on Rolls, Bentleys,...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 03-14-2022, 06:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,063
Posted By Brdfrd
2000 Series Allison, unlocking 6th gear

Good evening folks, I've been lurking and occasionally responding to posts. We've been shopping for a bus for a long time, with no real timeframe to purchase.

My wife's parents just up an bought...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 03-12-2022, 03:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,811
Posted By Brdfrd
We're looking for something this size--you're a...

We're looking for something this size--you're a bit far, it'd be a long drive home. Do you know what trans it has? How is it on the highway?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-11-2021, 03:39 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,383
Posted By Brdfrd
I get it--you want it quick and easy, and I...

I get it--you want it quick and easy, and I assume, to get it all in one order. For my job I often need to get long lists of materials and specialized tools for projects, usually on short notice....
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-11-2021, 03:28 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,383
Posted By Brdfrd
Yes, a time machine... Sorry for the...

Yes, a time machine...

Sorry for the smart-ass answer. However, what you're asking for is an old-school sales/service model that doesn't really exist anymore--unless you're a big company, placing...
Forum: Plumbing, Water and Waste 02-27-2021, 08:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,703
Posted By Brdfrd
This is actually pretty simple, if you want this...

This is actually pretty simple, if you want this to sit on the counter. These typically get glued in place with silicone adhesive/caulk. That's what I would use. To locate it securely, and prevent it...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-27-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,588
Posted By Brdfrd
Damn! That’s a nice story to hear, and a really...

Damn! That’s a nice story to hear, and a really generous offer. And, while I can’t take you up on it, thanks very much.

We don’t have a bus yet, but we will. We’re planning a cross country summer...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 01-27-2021, 05:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,493
Posted By Brdfrd
Vinyl wrap, on a school bus? Without experience?

I worked in a sign shop for a couple years, doing printed graphics and cut vinyl graphics for vehicles, among other things. There is a lot to keep in mind/understand about vinyl wrap/vinyl sign...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-17-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,536
Posted By Brdfrd
Tall Grass or foliage? You already have an...

Tall Grass or foliage? You already have an exhaust running under the bus, right? So continuing that pipe 6" beyond the body at the rear isn't really increasing any risk. If the exhaust exits a hole...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-14-2020, 10:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 891
Posted By Brdfrd
Bailing on this bus, but have a second question: ...

Bailing on this bus, but have a second question:

I want to be able to do all/most of my own maintenance/repairs/upgrades. I lknow newer busses have complicated emissions systems and electronics...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-12-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 891
Posted By Brdfrd
Thanks, I figured it was probably one or the...

Thanks, I figured it was probably one or the other. Too bad, it’s a pretty clean looking bus.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-12-2020, 09:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 891
Posted By Brdfrd
1990 GMC shorty advice

I found a 1990 Bluebird GMC shorty, and I’m trying to figure out what transmission it has—same old question, right?

Owner says it has an 8.2L V8 Detroit Diesel with Allison 3 speed automatic,...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 07-03-2019, 04:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,093
Posted By Brdfrd
Rust, I get it. I know rust, I know how to find...

Rust, I get it. I know rust, I know how to find it. I know how to repair it. I've dealt with plenty rust before. Rust mostly costs me time.

Where I'm not experienced is with these engines. How...
Forum: International | Navistar Drivetrain 07-03-2019, 03:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,093
Posted By Brdfrd
I know the engine isn't great, I was finally...

I know the engine isn't great, I was finally happy to find something without the 545 or 643. I'll have to look at it, it seems pretty clean, despite the paint being a little oxidized. But, I will...
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