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Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-28-2020, 08:06 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,264
Posted By dazdconfsd
It should do those speeds, but at altitude or if...

It should do those speeds, but at altitude or if there is stiff enough winds it will work much harder. I believe Banks still makes a turbo kit for that chassis also, but it seems like a rather...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-20-2020, 02:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,479
Posted By dazdconfsd
6 speed transmission replaced the 4l80E in the...

6 speed transmission replaced the 4l80E in the gas cutaways for 2010 iirc
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-20-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,479
Posted By dazdconfsd
I get the math you're talking about, but also my...

I get the math you're talking about, but also my ownership experience showed the difference being ~1mpg for every 10mph. Being that the 6L gas motor is known as fairly reliable, the trade offs...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-19-2020, 08:31 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,264
Posted By dazdconfsd
You're unlikely to actually want one of those old...

You're unlikely to actually want one of those old pre-96 Ford van chassis. The engines in them aren't great and really are under powered.

Additionally, it can be hard to find places interested...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-19-2020, 08:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,479
Posted By dazdconfsd
In that bus it was ~65 was most of the time...

In that bus it was ~65 was most of the time because the fuel savings wasn't worth the time savings. Did go up a bit if I kept it more 55mph, which makes sense with the wind resistance.

My...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 05-13-2020, 01:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,479
Posted By dazdconfsd
I got ~9.5-10.5 with the same chassis/engine as...

I got ~9.5-10.5 with the same chassis/engine as you. I think that's about it with the aerodynamics of the Collins body. Maybe a smaller body could do better, or the newer 6l90 trans could help, but...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 04-24-2020, 07:41 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 30,198
Posted By dazdconfsd
I too have a 2006 Collins with the Duramax. ...

I too have a 2006 Collins with the Duramax. Start with the basics of your cooling system and check the radiator condition and probably do a flush.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 09-16-2019, 08:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,316
Posted By dazdconfsd
Well, Chevy Midbus in the topic title does seem...

Well, Chevy Midbus in the topic title does seem to indicate a certain chassis. The linked providers are known to work on said chassis.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 09-15-2019, 03:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,316
Posted By dazdconfsd
Three companies I'm aware of that might be up for...

Three companies I'm aware of that might be up for it,

https://weldtecdesigns.com/ <- They have been doing some solid development on the platform

Boulder Offroad...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 08-09-2019, 09:46 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 37,735
Posted By dazdconfsd
can't delete

can't delete
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 08-03-2019, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 993
Posted By dazdconfsd
I would expect Dekalb county will be looser with...

I would expect Dekalb county will be looser with any enforcement issues than Atlanta/Decatur. If you can park if off the street it minimizes that even further. The area is changing so fast it's hard...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-30-2019, 01:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,248
Posted By dazdconfsd
Probably too late, but I hope you measured well...

Probably too late, but I hope you measured well since the pickups and vans do not share chassis.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-30-2019, 01:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,248
Posted By dazdconfsd
AFAIK That isn't the case on my 5 window, but did...

AFAIK That isn't the case on my 5 window, but did appear to be true on my 6 window.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-30-2019, 01:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,248
Posted By dazdconfsd
Nope. They're built on the van cutaway chassis. ...

Nope. They're built on the van cutaway chassis. It's distinct from the rest of the vans
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-30-2019, 01:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,248
Posted By dazdconfsd
I've owned a 2003 Collins with a 6L and now have...

I've owned a 2003 Collins with a 6L and now have my 2006 with a Duramax. I prefer the Duramax. The torque is easier to access around town and on the interstate. This is especially true when you're...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-15-2019, 08:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,248
Posted By dazdconfsd
I haven't ordered this stuff yet, but what I've...

I haven't ordered this stuff yet, but what I've found so far for a Chevy chassis is

https://www.amazon.com/Buyers-Products-1801102-Hitch-Receiver/dp/B01CIO5XDO
...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-11-2019, 10:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By dazdconfsd
Mind sharing how you did it? I'm gonna need to...

Mind sharing how you did it? I'm gonna need to dig into mine sooner or later also
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-26-2019, 04:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,515
Posted By dazdconfsd
Good luck and let us know how it goes

Good luck and let us know how it goes
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-26-2019, 04:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,515
Posted By dazdconfsd
My 2006 has the cruise indicator in the dash. It...

My 2006 has the cruise indicator in the dash. It turned on the first time I tried it.
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-26-2019, 11:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,515
Posted By dazdconfsd
It does look promising. What year is your...

It does look promising. What year is your chassis, and what engine do you have?
Forum: Ford Drivetrain 05-25-2019, 11:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,515
Posted By dazdconfsd
The difference is what your bus has. If it's...

The difference is what your bus has. If it's drive by wire, you can use the cheap stalk replacement (I did on mine). If it's not like my 2003, then you need that kit.
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 05-15-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 20,999
Posted By dazdconfsd
Do you mind sharing what exact options you're...

Do you mind sharing what exact options you're having done? Also who you compared with?
Forum: Skoolie Life 05-15-2019, 02:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,780
Posted By dazdconfsd
There are plenty of hitch mounts that swing out...

There are plenty of hitch mounts that swing out of the way to allow access while still mounted. But inside is still more secure/better protected.
Forum: Skoolie Life 05-15-2019, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,780
Posted By dazdconfsd
That will only stop the uneducated thief. Some...

That will only stop the uneducated thief. Some bikes are still valuable for their parts. Inside offers a level of protection not only from theft, but from other damage such as dust/grime wearing...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 05-13-2019, 05:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,288
Posted By dazdconfsd
I didn't see a Rampage link, but the Hella link...

I didn't see a Rampage link, but the Hella link earlier in this thread only converted to a H4 bulb. That should put out a bit more light, but the LED will put out far more IME.

Full...
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