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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-22-2022, 09:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,353
Posted By Jaybz
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Here’s a few diagrams from similar year BBCs, I believe the belt routing should be very similar. If I remember correctly, there’s quite a bit of adjustment. I had the wrong belt...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-21-2022, 08:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,353
Posted By Jaybz
I had all the belts go on my 454 for absolutely...

I had all the belts go on my 454 for absolutely no reason just a few months ago. I think one broke loose from age and took the others out. Very few differences between the two motors, hopefully your...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 01-21-2022, 07:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,353
Posted By Jaybz
I was able to find belts listed on Rockauto: look...

I was able to find belts listed on Rockauto: look up a 1986 Chevy “medium duty truck” and select the 366 motor. There may be different configurations so it may list more than what you need, but your...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 01-05-2022, 07:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,214
Posted By Jaybz
As others have said, having some propane...

As others have said, having some propane appliances on board makes sense.
If you’re committed to electric, do yourself a favor and do a couple things:

1. Give up on any notion of 100% solar....
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 01-05-2022, 12:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 820
Posted By Jaybz
Got one here, shoot me a PM.

Got one here, shoot me a PM.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-28-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 767
Posted By Jaybz
I don’t think those units have modulating...

I don’t think those units have modulating compressors, so running it off an inverter is not super ideal. It probably just means upsizing the inverter a bit to compensate.

If I had to do it all...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 10-28-2021, 04:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 767
Posted By Jaybz
I don’t see any reason it couldn’t or shouldn’t...

I don’t see any reason it couldn’t or shouldn’t be done. Sounds like a a great idea, especially if you’ve already got the unit. The only downside is they aren’t terribly efficient which may or may...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 09-03-2021, 04:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 721
Posted By Jaybz
FREE - Norcold 862 Dual Fuel

AC/Propane with 12v supply for control power. Both heat sources work as they should, it really works great. Come get it!

Located in northern NJ.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-03-2021, 01:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By Jaybz
I might be able to swing by. What time are you...

I might be able to swing by. What time are you looking to head up?
I’m in Sussex, it’s not a bad ride for me if the timing works out.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-27-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,218
Posted By Jaybz
Rigid foam is excellent thermal insulation, but a...

Rigid foam is excellent thermal insulation, but a poor sound insulator. Depends which quality is more important to you.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-24-2021, 05:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,218
Posted By Jaybz
I’m a big fan of Rockwool Comfortboard. It’s a...

I’m a big fan of Rockwool Comfortboard. It’s a fantastic material for our application.

Pros:
- excellent sound barrier
- non combustible (made of slag/rocks)
- pest resistant (ants like to eat...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-24-2021, 12:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,745
Posted By Jaybz
It’s technically possible, but extremely hard to...

It’s technically possible, but extremely hard to do well. Trying to insulate the underside properly will likely be harder than a roof raise.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-22-2021, 11:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,451
Posted By Jaybz
Also, I found the flat braided wire wheel to be...

Also, I found the flat braided wire wheel to be vastly better than a cup style wheel. The cup would tend to get caught in the material, the flat style was way more controllable.
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-22-2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,451
Posted By Jaybz
It was a standard size electric unit, probably...

It was a standard size electric unit, probably 18-22”. Nothing special. Mine was probably 80’s vintage, but a cheap harbor freight one would do the trick.

It was actually using the regular blade...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-22-2021, 09:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,451
Posted By Jaybz
When I sprayed my house, I found an electric...

When I sprayed my house, I found an electric hedge trimmer to work the best. I removed one of the blades, pretty much turning it into a giant heavily serrated knife. The 4.5” angle grinder with a...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-11-2021, 07:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 363
Posted By Jaybz
Yet another request for manuals... Thomas ER

I have found a lot of manuals on here for related busses, but haven’t found anything specific to my model. I have a mechanic troubleshooting a no start condition and would like to provide him...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 03-07-2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 840
Posted By Jaybz
It really come down to condition and intended...

It really come down to condition and intended use. If both are in similar shape and properly sized for your application, the big question becomes: how often will it actually be driven? Are you...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 03-03-2021, 08:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By Jaybz
Very very cool bus! Looking forward to seeing how...

Very very cool bus! Looking forward to seeing how it turns out.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-26-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,718
Posted By Jaybz
Wow. You win. Sounds like there’s a good story...

Wow. You win. Sounds like there’s a good story behind that.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-26-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,322
Posted By Jaybz
Hot take: I know that the 6.0 is almost...

Hot take: I know that the 6.0 is almost universally reviled around here, but I love it. It's a great motor. The emissions suck and it's not a premier choice for law-abiding citizens, but OH MAN....
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-26-2021, 04:44 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,718
Posted By Jaybz
OP- Glad to hear you came up with a solid plan B!...

OP- Glad to hear you came up with a solid plan B! Hope it works out this time.


Not to hijack the thread- I have actually talked with the guy every week. Even ordered some parts and sent them...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-26-2021, 04:17 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,718
Posted By Jaybz
My bus has been at a shop for 3 months. It’s also...

My bus has been at a shop for 3 months. It’s also 1200 miles away in a state I’ve never been to, I’ve never met the mechanic, don’t know his name or shop address, and I haven’t even put eyes on my...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 02-26-2021, 10:27 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,364
Posted By Jaybz
I like the idea a lot. I was thinking about...

I like the idea a lot. I was thinking about something similar myself- buying and half converting busses and reselling it all ready for fit out. I’ve got the facility and labor for...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 02-21-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,469
Posted By Jaybz
Something else to consider for the wax melter- if...

Something else to consider for the wax melter- if you do the kill-a-watt test find that the duration the heater is actually on is fairly low, you could potentially use a Variac to drop the input...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 02-21-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,732
Posted By Jaybz
Not sure that’s universally true advice. It needs...

Not sure that’s universally true advice. It needs to be well calculated to make it a solid decision, but I don’t think we should get on his case without knowing the rest of the situation. If there’s...
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