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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-13-2024, 04:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 951
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
I added a wireless switch so that I could open...

I added a wireless switch so that I could open mine with a key fob.

Here's what I used, I have 4 fobs, so when the kids get out, they can grab one and get back in as they please when on a trip
...
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 02-03-2022, 09:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,758
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
63617 Saw this guy a while back

63617 Saw this guy a while back
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 07-22-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 962
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
I am at work for a couple of more days, but I...

I am at work for a couple of more days, but I asked my wife to measure the windows for me. She sent 27 1/2 X 32.

Hopefully the ones you have are the right size.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-18-2021, 11:15 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
So the new carpet is installed and looks GREAT! ...

So the new carpet is installed and looks GREAT!

I was a little concerned, as the carpet wasn't impressive looking straight outta the box. The jute padding was glued on a bit crooked on the...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 05-11-2021, 01:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 962
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Bring this back TTT . . . Anyone?

Bring this back TTT . . .

Anyone?
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-07-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
https://www.stockinteriors.com/AutoCarpet.asp?Item...

https://www.stockinteriors.com/AutoCarpet.asp?Itemid=23557&ModelId=218

Decided to go ahead and replace the carpet while I'm at it. Hopefully it will be additional help with road noise and heat
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-06-2021, 08:37 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
KilMat installed!

KilMat installed!
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-06-2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Lots of unplanned work going on right now. I just...

Lots of unplanned work going on right now. I just keep rolling from one thing to another.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 04-30-2021, 10:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,124
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
https://www.skoolie.net/forums/f27/frank-the-tank-...

https://www.skoolie.net/forums/f27/frank-the-tank-17006.html

In my own way I guess I understand. There's a lot of smuggling that goes on across the nation. All it cost me was 45 minutes of my...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 04-29-2021, 10:27 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,124
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Bought mine off of Craigslist. A few pics, and...

Bought mine off of Craigslist. A few pics, and several weeks haggling over the price.

Flew to Denver Friday night, paid the man cash and drove home to Texas that night. I was back home by noon. ...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-29-2021, 10:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,251
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
OMG I love that bus! I have a smaller, older...

OMG I love that bus! I have a smaller, older version. I eyeball every shuttle bus I pass dreaming of one exactly like that!
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-29-2021, 08:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
The job pays hours, and the mechanic gets paid...

The job pays hours, and the mechanic gets paid X-amount per hour.

For instance, say a brake job pays 3.0 hours.

When I quit working at the dealership I was making 27.50 per hour.

3.0 x...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-29-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
While I'm waiting on parts, I've stripped all of...

While I'm waiting on parts, I've stripped all of the old insulation off of the inside of the doghouse, and installed this Dynamat Hoodliner. Excited to see of everything helps.

Also, planning on...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-29-2021, 02:46 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
All of our driving on that trip pointed out a...

All of our driving on that trip pointed out a couple of things that needed to be addressed in a big way!

Air (heat) leaking in around the dog house and noise! Also, just recently the blend door...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-29-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,785
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
work work work . . .

Well its been a couple of years since I've posted about any of the work thas been done. So I'll try to get caught up . . .

First was the 'Kitchen'

We added a small refrigerator and a sink,...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 01-31-2021, 01:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Troubleshooting solar system.

So my solar charging system has fallen down lately. Im not sure if its my charge controller or panels.

I bought some cheap (relatively) flexible panels and a charge controller in 2018.

SUAOKI...
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 07-16-2020, 12:20 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
So after a week or two back, I decided to install...

So after a week or two back, I decided to install new LED running lights all the way around the bus. After a couple of days of work I finally got everything finished and looking great!
...
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 07-07-2020, 06:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
We moved to GR from Bedford. We sure miss our...

We moved to GR from Bedford. We sure miss our house there. We had a front row seat for the 4th of July fireworks at the Boys Ranch
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 07-02-2020, 04:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Unfortunately we did not. We passed through late...

Unfortunately we did not. We passed through late at night with our only stop for gas.

I did not really think about keeping track of how the terrain was affecting mpg. Never occurred to me.
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 07-02-2020, 03:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Can anyone spot the ONE DAY my wife took the bus...

Can anyone spot the ONE DAY my wife took the bus and put gas in it?
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 07-02-2020, 03:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
So I finally totaled up all of the gas receipts....

So I finally totaled up all of the gas receipts. The numbers aren't as bad as I thought they would be. I was convinced that we were going to get killed with gas costs.
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 07-01-2020, 11:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Well, after a few days we are finally home. After...

Well, after a few days we are finally home. After approximately 5500 miles of trouble free driving :Thanx:

We returned home at around 1:30 am to a house with a broken AC. It was 93* inside the...
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 06-26-2020, 02:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
When I get to that point, I'll use the hanger at...

When I get to that point, I'll use the hanger at work. That way I'll also be able to use the aircraft stairs/ladder
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 06-26-2020, 10:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
Currently its in a stock configuration. When I...

Currently its in a stock configuration. When I say stock, what I mean is, as I purchased it.

I had it parked under some trees at home. In more than one spot a tree limb has rubbed on the tape....
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 06-26-2020, 12:28 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,926
Posted By Frqnt-Flyr
So, after a long day of driving and seeing...

So, after a long day of driving and seeing incredible things, we arrived in Sioux Falls. We had a hard rain the last 45 minutes or so of our drive. I found a new leak in the ceiling. Uggghhh....
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