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Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-30-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
And I did have some issues come up. When you...

And I did have some issues come up. When you install a new (used) tank, be sure the ports on the tank are clear. Mud daubers plugged the return port.... which caused the return system to build...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-30-2023, 10:51 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
First run on black diesel.... ...

First run on black diesel....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2rZn_96sUo
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-30-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Wow... it's been a bit since I updated this...

Wow... it's been a bit since I updated this post.


I did get the fuel system plumbed up and working well...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2pYnokVkzo&t (https://youtu.be/z2pYnokVkzo)
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 12-09-2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,187
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
WVO Designs Discount Code

Hey alls,



So WVO Designs is working with me and my YT channel. For the next 30 days, they've given me a discount code to share with viewers which is unheard of from them. They typically...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-27-2022, 12:14 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Correct. It isn't plumbed yet but I'll be using...

Correct. It isn't plumbed yet but I'll be using 2 - 3 port valves to switch tanks. Pretty simple setup really. Waiting on fittings to show up to button that up.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-27-2022, 10:18 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
And... start doing your own mechanical work. It...

And... start doing your own mechanical work. It isn't difficult to do the basics...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-4aJ3y27gs&t
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-27-2022, 10:17 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
More pictures....

More pictures....
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-27-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Been a little bit.... but have been making...

Been a little bit.... but have been making progress.


Transmission cooler lines done... trans temp probe installed and trans temp gauge working.


One of the 120 gallon tanks mounted...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 09-16-2022, 10:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,992
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Already have a different trans that is going in...

Already have a different trans that is going in it after this trip but I have to fix a few things before making this run and I'll be changing the fluid anyways. Figured if I could gain a little...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 09-15-2022, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,992
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Attached pic of the manual for the 643R

Attached pic of the manual for the 643R
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 09-15-2022, 12:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,992
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
I also find it interesting that in another manual...

I also find it interesting that in another manual I just found that talks about fluids for the 643R model, they ONLY spec 30wt or 15w40.. No atf / dex... They claim it is due to the extra stress...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 09-15-2022, 12:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,992
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
I've noticed a difference in driving my bus with...

I've noticed a difference in driving my bus with the jeep on board vs unloaded and there is a ~5mph difference in top speed yet rpm isn't different which makes me think the converter is slipping more...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 09-15-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,992
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Based on what Allison used to say (and currently...

Based on what Allison used to say (and currently says for their off-highway lines), service intervals are the same.


Also... I've attached some pages from the Allison manual for the 500 series....
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 09-15-2022, 10:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,992
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
AT545 and 15w40...?

Hey alls..


So in the process of replacing cooler lines on my hauler build and was planning on servicing the transmission before heading out next month.


With that said, I've been doing a lot...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-22-2022, 10:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,153
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Pioneer 12k Mini Real World Testing - 95+ & High Humidity

Title pretty well says it all.


Put together a video testing out the Pioneer 12k 115v mini.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqZvIujlzzY&t
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 07-15-2022, 11:47 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 27,675
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Wow its been a bit. Just got our mini...

Wow its been a bit.


Just got our mini split installed and running. Love it so far. Hoping to take our first real trip here soon.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1OAKwbZlzM&t
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 07-15-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,981
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Pioneer 12k BTU Mini Split Install

Hey guys...


Just wrapped up the install of my Pioneer 12k btu split on the toy hauler build. It was super simple for the most part.


I put together a video of the entire process. Hope its...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 03-28-2022, 04:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,517
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qlXl3ivkVA&t

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qlXl3ivkVA&t
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 03-24-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,517
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Should drink it just fine. Just get your oil...

Should drink it just fine. Just get your oil CLEAN.
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 03-24-2022, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,517
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
There are ways to build your own single pass for...

There are ways to build your own single pass for relatively cheap. Can get the "Po' Boy" kit from WVO designs which comes with the drive coupler and bowl... all you have to do is build a housing...
Forum: Alternative Fuels | Electric, Propane, Wood & Biofuels 03-24-2022, 09:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,517
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Black Diesel - How we do it.

Hey alls... with fuel prices going up and up... I figured I'd share how we do alternative fuel. Been at it for ~10 years now. Our blend runs great on MECHANICAL diesels. Wouldn't risk it in...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-17-2022, 04:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,253
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Yeah they aren't cheap when you find them. With...

Yeah they aren't cheap when you find them. With the 1000/2000, you'll need a controller too which are rather pricey also.


Good luck with what ever route you decide to take.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-16-2022, 07:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,253
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
I don't have a part number for the assembly but...

I don't have a part number for the assembly but each part has a stamped part number. I'll get the numbers off of it next time I'm out in the shop.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-16-2022, 07:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,253
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
Literally a year of searching off and on. ...

Literally a year of searching off and on. Finally found one at a random Allison rebuilder. I had called a half dozen shops that morning and finally found one.

They only had one and they'd had it...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 12-19-2021, 08:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,556
Posted By Mr4btTahoe
It'll work fine assuming the gauge and sender ohm...

It'll work fine assuming the gauge and sender ohm ranges match.
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