School Bus Conversion Resources

because it's a 'conversion' it's not considered...

because it's a 'conversion' it's not considered factory, I'm guessing - I was going by the rules as stated, I can only guess why they are the way they are - I;'ve been in two accidents that could (...

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

11-12-2019, 02:58 PM

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Slide Outs

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Posted By Sleddgracer

500 lb, 48" drawer slides - $222 CAD - ( approx...

500 lb, 48" drawer slides - $222 CAD - ( approx $166 US$ )
...

Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's

11-12-2019, 10:46 AM

Replies: 13

three point seatbelt installation

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Posted By Sleddgracer

three point seatbelt installation

my 1975 Chevy bus doesn't have 3 point seat belts - to pass the safety it has to have the 3 point belts - installing lap belts is easy enough after installing bracing under the floor if the seats...

Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains

11-06-2019, 05:41 PM

Replies: 53

Short bus engine/tranny specs??

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Posted By Sleddgracer

'as he picked up his hammer and saw' - something...

'as he picked up his hammer and saw' - something my dad used to say at times - lol

Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects

11-06-2019, 05:36 PM

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The Bucket List

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Posted By Sleddgracer

500 lb capacity drawer slides - $104.88 CAD ...

500 lb capacity drawer slides - $104.88 CAD

https://www.amazon.com/Drawer-Slide-Extension-Heavy-Capacity/dp/B0009OBPH4

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

11-06-2019, 04:19 PM

Replies: 30

Spray foam and temperature?

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Posted By Sleddgracer

it wasn't pretty and I'm glad I had escaped being...

it wasn't pretty and I'm glad I had escaped being involved with it by the skin of my teeth :hide:

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

11-06-2019, 01:32 PM

Replies: 30

Spray foam and temperature?

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Posted By Sleddgracer

at the time I was involved with spray foam, the...

at the time I was involved with spray foam, the manufacturers claimed zero flammability too - they didn't mention how critical the mixture had to be, the off-gassing, or that the gasses given off by...

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

11-06-2019, 12:55 PM

Replies: 30

Spray foam and temperature?

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Posted By Sleddgracer

having almost becoming involved in that industry...

having almost becoming involved in that industry when Canada was giving subsidies to home owners who retro-insulated their houses with spray foam and about to take on my first contract which was also...

Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello!

11-06-2019, 12:34 PM

Replies: 6

First attempt, 1997 ElDorado National Escort RE

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Posted By Sleddgracer

I was asked to provide proof of insurance and...

I was asked to provide proof of insurance and moving permit 3 times during my 600 mile trip bringing my bus conversion home - I had the necessary paperwork, so it was no problem -if I hadn't had...

Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions

11-05-2019, 05:52 PM

Replies: 8

Need help estimating ceiling height

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Posted By Sleddgracer

you'll notice that the tops of the windows in the...

you'll notice that the tops of the windows in the body of the bus are higher than the driver's window

Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions

11-05-2019, 10:35 AM

Replies: 8

Need help estimating ceiling height

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Posted By Sleddgracer

I look at the relationship between the top of the...

I look at the relationship between the top of the driver's window, or the door, to the height for the windows of the bus body - if the body windows are higher, the bus has high ceilings, if the...

Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap

11-05-2019, 10:24 AM

Replies: 18

2 skoolie-limo style buses for sale in Wi.

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Posted By Sleddgracer

when it gets down to the nitty-gritty, and...

when it gets down to the nitty-gritty, and dealing with someone at a distance, I want it all in emails so I can file what's been said and agreed upon - I deal with dozens of people every day, most of...

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

11-05-2019, 10:07 AM

Replies: 7

Good Tool Deals

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Posted By Sleddgracer

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......................:bow:......................

Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects

11-05-2019, 09:59 AM

Replies: 2,516

Rusty 87 build thread

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Posted By Sleddgracer

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.....................:bow:...................

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

11-04-2019, 04:14 PM

Replies: 5

Anybody know what these holes are for?

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Posted By Sleddgracer

they look like drain holes to me - don't know...

they look like drain holes to me - don't know about buses, but ( at least some ) residential windows have drain holes

Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's

11-04-2019, 03:54 PM

Replies: 19

External Spray Insulation?

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Posted By Sleddgracer

do you have references for that theory?

do you have references for that theory?

Forum: Conversion General Discussions

11-04-2019, 03:52 PM

Replies: 30

Spray foam and temperature?

Views: 4,731

Posted By Sleddgracer

probably not while they are spraying - the fumes...

probably not while they are spraying - the fumes are explosive

Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions

11-04-2019, 03:46 PM

Replies: 86

Who is making money with their skoolie?

Views: 18,003

Posted By Sleddgracer

- knife handles, export to China -...

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knife handles, export to China - resale in their hobby shop are 3 ideas that come to mind

Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions

11-04-2019, 03:28 PM

Replies: 86

Who is making money with their skoolie?

Views: 18,003

Posted By Sleddgracer

perhaps - we see a lot of mobile roadside stands...

perhaps - we see a lot of mobile roadside stands where l live - fresh fish, veggies, rugs, handicrafts, or people buying antlers etc :thumb:

Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects

11-04-2019, 03:13 PM

Replies: 835

The Bucket List

Views: 99,541

Posted By Sleddgracer

:rofl: I like your daughter!! she is a...

:rofl: I like your daughter!!

she is a character! - when 3 of my 4 daughters, my girlfriend, and my foster daughter get together, especially if there are drinks involved, it gets LOUDLY...

Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions

11-04-2019, 03:01 PM

Replies: 86

Who is making money with their skoolie?

Views: 18,003

Posted By Sleddgracer

another idea occurred to me while reading through...

another idea occurred to me while reading through this thread - a fellow approached me one time to ask if he could buy an old van from me - said it didn't matter if it ran or not - 'what are you...

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