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Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-05-2023, 04:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,122
Posted By Dclewis
We had our shorty 4 window bus towed last summer,...

We had our shorty 4 window bus towed last summer, first AAA sent a flatbed but the driver wouldn’t do it, mostly a weight problem, I think the height was ok but what do I know? Then I was told by...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 08-04-2021, 04:21 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,350
Posted By Dclewis
And when I insured through National General i had...

And when I insured through National General i had to prove to the agent that my solar panels were not a roof platform.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 06-03-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,718
Posted By Dclewis
That is slick!

That is slick!
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 06-03-2021, 07:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,718
Posted By Dclewis
The seat itself was easy to install, just 4 bolts...

The seat itself was easy to install, just 4 bolts through the floor. You need two people because you can't access both sides of the bolt at the same time. It was a little fussy figuring the best...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-29-2021, 03:56 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,985
Posted By Dclewis
If you are looking for a 5 window cutaway I think...

If you are looking for a 5 window cutaway I think a gasser is totally reasonable. I get 11-12 with my Gmc Savana 3500 cutaway, maybe a little underpowered but I have the small V8. Condition...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 10-24-2020, 07:42 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,382
Posted By Dclewis
I read an interesting post here ...

I read an interesting post here https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/9940/agm-battery-depth-of-discharge-myth-busted

that I haven’t completely vetted, but what the author is saying for...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 09-24-2020, 04:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,748
Posted By Dclewis
We have a 4window GMC cutaway Savana with a 4.8. ...

We have a 4window GMC cutaway Savana with a 4.8. I love it except maybe it’s a little underpowered. We have a sleeping area in back that converts to two facing couches, an enclosed toilet are with...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 09-16-2020, 04:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,453
Posted By Dclewis
You can ship usps by printing a prepaid label...

You can ship usps by printing a prepaid label with PayPal, you need to know the size and weight of the package.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 10-18-2019, 09:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,093
Posted By Dclewis
Thanks o1marc I just shot them (nationalrvcovers)...

Thanks o1marc I just shot them (nationalrvcovers) an email with a picture to see what they recommend with my Yuge passenger side mirror.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 10-18-2019, 08:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,093
Posted By Dclewis
They do look good but unfortunately My bus is...

They do look good but unfortunately My bus is 9’6” with the AC unit. I wonder if the door assembly is separate and could be added once the bus was in. I’ll check it out. Thanks.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 10-18-2019, 01:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,337
Posted By Dclewis
Goatherder- what did you end up doing? I have...

Goatherder- what did you end up doing? I have the exact same mirror on my cutaway and while it works great I would love to get rid of it.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 10-18-2019, 12:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,093
Posted By Dclewis
Winter cover for cutaway skoolie

I need a cover for my cutaway skoolie for outside winter storage in NH (sometimes lots of snow). I was looking at conventional Class B covers but I anticipate problems with the mirrors. Obviously I...
Forum: On the Road | Travel, Trips, Camp Sites, Tailgates 10-01-2019, 09:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 973
Posted By Dclewis
Had to post this

Not a skoolie but pretty amazing RV at the Board of Trade Lunenburg, NS. If its not kosher to be posting this here let me know and I'll can it.
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 08-18-2019, 05:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,008
Posted By Dclewis
I think the concept of disconnecting the negative...

I think the concept of disconnecting the negative side first (on negative ground vehicles) was simply practical, if your tool on the terminal accidentally hit the chassis you get no short. Other...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 07-01-2019, 04:34 AM
Replies: 280
Views: 550,000
Posted By Dclewis
Fun to back up!

Fun to back up!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-10-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 663
Posted By Dclewis
Window retaining washers

This seems like a stupid question but I haven't been able to find a source for the countersunk/dimpled retaining washers that hold my skoolie windows in.

The ones I have use a #8 screw but the...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-07-2019, 04:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,122
Posted By Dclewis
I personally would add the frig and water pump to...

I personally would add the frig and water pump to the solar along with small fans. High draw items (but maybe medium usage) such as the stove and (storage not demand) hot water could be added at...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-05-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 550,000
Posted By Dclewis
4 Window Shorty Floor Plan

I have to say that after looking through the floor plans posted here that I am embarrassed to post mine! But here is a simple floor plan for a 4 window shorty as built out by the previous owner. ...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 01-31-2019, 11:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 27,456
Posted By Dclewis
I'm a little late to the party but I tried...

I'm a little late to the party but I tried Progressive because I had my motorcycle insurance through them but they said no. Finally I got it through Good Sam with National General Insurance. I have...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 10-11-2018, 04:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,638
Posted By Dclewis
Co Pilot seat for shorty

This is what I did. $435 for the seat. See my thread "Co Pilot seat for short" for more details
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 10-10-2018, 03:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,718
Posted By Dclewis
No it isnt with the armrests added. I paid $435...

No it isnt with the armrests added. I paid $435 total including $76 for the armrests and $70 shipping so actually it’s 10 more now.

I also didn’t mention that you have to specify upholstered...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 10-10-2018, 03:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,718
Posted By Dclewis
I forgot to mention the arm rests. They are an...

I forgot to mention the arm rests. They are an option when you call Suburban Seats. I ordered two upholstered arm rests for $38 each, 76$ for both.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 10-10-2018, 02:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,718
Posted By Dclewis
https://www.suburbanseats.com/p/jump-seat-9--floor...

https://www.suburbanseats.com/p/jump-seat-9--floor-mounted-flipup-seat-with-2-point-seat-belt-in-gray-cloth

I hope - seems to be cheaper than 1 month ago!
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 10-10-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,718
Posted By Dclewis
Co Pilot seat for shorty

I just added this co pilots seat for my shorty. I spent some time looking for a used jump seat but ended up buying a new one from Suburban Seats, cost $435. I like the seat and will be adding an...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 09-13-2018, 04:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,950
Posted By Dclewis
Hold onto your title, the clerk will take it when...

Hold onto your title, the clerk will take it when you register the bus.
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