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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-13-2020, 07:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,689
Posted By cwatkin
My distance would maybe be 10-12ft. I think...

My distance would maybe be 10-12ft.

I think I am going to get exact measurements and then order some locomotive wire as suggested with an extra foot or two just to be safe. This looks like great...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-12-2020, 10:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,689
Posted By cwatkin
Yes, you have that right. I figure I wouldn't be...

Yes, you have that right. I figure I wouldn't be needing to run 100A through the DC system. The main reason for this rating is that I figure if I run the house batteries down, there may be a rush...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-12-2020, 09:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,689
Posted By cwatkin
Use of #1 AWG jumper cable run DC from engine bay to coach batteries?

Forgive me if this is a stupid question. I am not looking to cheap out the expense of safety but this looks like a possible real money saver if it is OK to do.

Anyway, I was planning to run #1...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-12-2020, 09:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,421
Posted By cwatkin
I am going to only pull from one leg of the 50A...

I am going to only pull from one leg of the 50A system. The entire panel will be 120V with the panel jumpered internally between the bus bars. I do not plan to do the split phase with setup with 2x...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-10-2020, 07:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,421
Posted By cwatkin
Yeah, 6000W might be overkill. This is my first...

Yeah, 6000W might be overkill. This is my first one so don't want to regret not having enough power. It looks like most campsites offer 50A service so why not just design the thing around what is...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-09-2020, 12:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,334
Posted By cwatkin
Also, it appears that wire gauges are different...

Also, it appears that wire gauges are different over there. They are rated in cross sectional area in mm^2. I don't know what else is different. You can carry more wattage at a higher voltage on...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-08-2020, 06:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,421
Posted By cwatkin
The under bus connection is a neat idea and I...

The under bus connection is a neat idea and I haven't thought of that. I plan to mainly use this in state and national parks around my area. I see people camping in box trucks, homemade campers on...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-08-2020, 04:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,334
Posted By cwatkin
I was asking a similar question but for a US...

I was asking a similar question but for a US standard setup. Remember that the US 240V standard uses 2x 120V legs 180 degrees out of phase. This is called split phase but it is still a single phase...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-07-2020, 07:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,421
Posted By cwatkin
That is good there is a code but I could put this...

That is good there is a code but I could put this right behind the drivers seat and still be within spec. I will probably put it next the my panel to minimize wire run. That will be right under the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-07-2020, 09:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,421
Posted By cwatkin
OK, these all look like good suggestions. I will...

OK, these all look like good suggestions. I will place it as close to the rear as possible.

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Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-07-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,421
Posted By cwatkin
Best location for RV inlet plug on side of bus?

I am working on my bus electrical system and wanted to pick a good location for my trailer inlet plug on the side of the bus. Someone has already told me that I want to place it on the driver side...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-07-2020, 08:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,000
Posted By cwatkin
I was planning to use an SS2-50R setup. They...

I was planning to use an SS2-50R setup. They make single pole style inlets for RV 50 amp. They just aren't as common as the 30 amp or the split phase 50A. I would just use a standard split phase...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-06-2020, 11:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,000
Posted By cwatkin
Thanks. Now the question is to do a single pole...

Thanks. Now the question is to do a single pole load center or a split phase. I presently have a 6 position Square D QO load center and of course I could install tandem breakers if I wanted. I...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-06-2020, 09:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,000
Posted By cwatkin
Yeah, I have wired up plenty of single and split...

Yeah, I have wired up plenty of single and split phase circuits in my life and feel comfortable doing this. I think the 50A split phase is probably overkill for my needs but the single leg of a 50...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-06-2020, 08:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,000
Posted By cwatkin
Converting - do 30A or 50 amp 120V or 50A 240V?

I have been here a while but an essential worker so my bus project has been put on hold more times than I would like. Remember I am still new here.

Anyway, my bus is a 1996 G30 with a 12ft box so...
Forum: GM | Chevrolet Drivetrain 06-22-2020, 09:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,738
Posted By cwatkin
1996 G30 6.5L not starting after extended storage

I bought a 1996 G30 short bus last fall and started stripping the interior to refinish into a camper project. This one is a GM/Detroit 6.5L diesel.

It ran fine last year and I started it several...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-17-2020, 11:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,080
Posted By cwatkin
I am all for spending more if it is better stuff....

I am all for spending more if it is better stuff. Basically I talking about the door. This is the handicapped door so basically a flat piece of metal with a window. It isn't the window that is...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-17-2020, 10:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,080
Posted By cwatkin
Best replacement door weather seal???

The seal on the side handicapped door of my bus has gotten hard and some of it is missing. It leaks like a waterfall. It is a 1996 G30 Blue Bird bus that I bought several months back and got...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-21-2019, 01:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,053
Posted By cwatkin
Best AC for small skoolie?

I have a 1996 G30 Blue Bird with a 12 ft body.

The previous owner had removed the rear side window and installed a standard small 5000 btu window AC in the space. His metal work and sealing of...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-21-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,103
Posted By cwatkin
I will get some pics. Sorry I have been SWAMPED...

I will get some pics. Sorry I have been SWAMPED with work and finally I have a nice weekend day where I am not busy so I did a little more looking into this. I am not saying the roof or windows...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-01-2019, 05:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,103
Posted By cwatkin
Sorry about the confusion. I got my insulation...

Sorry about the confusion. I got my insulation types mixed up. This isn't stuff I deal with on a daily basis but here is what I have actually purchased for this build. I plan to use the pink...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-01-2019, 10:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,103
Posted By cwatkin
I was wondering about condensation but it...

I was wondering about condensation but it DEFINITELY isn't that after this weekend when we got all the rain. I think it must be coming from the roof. I was gone but ordered a quart can of brush in...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-26-2019, 11:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,103
Posted By cwatkin
Common roof leaks - 1996 G30 Blue Bird

I recently bought a Chevy G30 short bus (12 ft body) that was partially converted. I pretty much tore everything out and am glad that I did. I found leaks from bad caulk as well as mistakes the...
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