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Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 03-29-2021, 01:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,214
Posted By GrassMonster
I put pennies over my holes. Took 2.5 tubes of an...

I put pennies over my holes. Took 2.5 tubes of an epoxy and 45 minutes. Now I don't have to worry about water or dirt or anything else kicking up off the wheels. Considering how dirty the underside...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 03-29-2021, 01:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 992
Posted By GrassMonster
On my '94 Thomas, there were a couple screws...

On my '94 Thomas, there were a couple screws holding the rubber tread down and I wasn't able to pry up. I eventually realized there was a back row of screws i didn't see due to all the caked dirt and...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 03-19-2021, 02:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 547
Posted By GrassMonster
Haven't gotten that far myself yet but my...

Haven't gotten that far myself yet but my understanding is that is generally the way to do it. Leave a quarter inch on the edges and cover the gap with trim. Now you've got a floor that can expand...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-14-2021, 06:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,133
Posted By GrassMonster
So I'm running four 400w panels in series with...

So I'm running four 400w panels in series with 50.4 VOC/ea so I was looking at the easy solar II because it can take 200v solar input compared to some of the other models.


If the output of the...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-14-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,133
Posted By GrassMonster
Victron Easysolar II

I'm looking at this product and it seems like perhaps the easiest approach for me as far as a solar system goes. Only trouble is that it only outputs 230V. Are there any significant downsides to just...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 03-12-2021, 10:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 812
Posted By GrassMonster
Fuse sizing for solar/electric system

Howdy Folx! I've been watching so much Will Prowse the information is starting to blend together so I wanted to get an extra set of eyes on my plan. I'm not sure what size fuse I should have between...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 03-12-2021, 03:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,045
Posted By GrassMonster
The rigid xps boards are flat, square, cheap,...

The rigid xps boards are flat, square, cheap, easy, and effective. If you decide to add radiant floor heat they make that easy as well. They also hold up to pressure better, as in if you have...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-24-2021, 04:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 23,767
Posted By GrassMonster
I have one of the 3 1405 body's it seems!

I have one of the 3 1405 body's it seems!
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 02-18-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 23,767
Posted By GrassMonster
Has anybody put all the PDFs online somewhere?...

Has anybody put all the PDFs online somewhere? I've got a 95 40ft RE with the driver's e-door in front of the passenger side e-door. I am unable to access the website at all unfortunately
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-14-2021, 11:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,098
Posted By GrassMonster
I have a 95 thomas saf t liner RE Mine...

I have a 95 thomas saf t liner RE

Mine doesn't have rivets anywhere but the exterior body. Screws held the walls/ceiling panels/floors down. No adhesives giving me troubles. I plan on using the...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 02-08-2021, 07:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,466
Posted By GrassMonster
God bless you Nwarner2010. Sincerely, Me...

God bless you Nwarner2010.

Sincerely,
Me in 2021
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 01-22-2021, 02:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,490
Posted By GrassMonster
This is the heating kit...

This is the heating kit (https://www.heatso.com/espar-d5e-rv-heater-kit-12v-5kw/) I purchased if anybody has any advice on installation/implementation. I'm gonna try for radiant floor heat and plan...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-22-2021, 11:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,734
Posted By GrassMonster
Interesting, s2mikon, I haven't seen many people...

Interesting, s2mikon, I haven't seen many people advise against removing the existing system... it seems like they usually delete all the heaters and just make the hoses a short loop somewhere. I...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 01-22-2021, 11:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,490
Posted By GrassMonster
Fluid leak/winter problems

Hello Hello! I live in Minnesota and my bus from south cali is experiencing its' first real winter as I demo it ahead of the conversion. It's now cold enough that I wasn't able to start it up the...
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 01-01-2021, 02:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,734
Posted By GrassMonster
Interesting. So I've been getting some seats out...

Interesting. So I've been getting some seats out and have identified the coolant lines. I bought the bus in california but asked the seller about heat since I was taking it back to Minnesota and he...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-28-2020, 11:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,675
Posted By GrassMonster
Interesting, meathead. I'll definitely look into...

Interesting, meathead. I'll definitely look into disabling that system. I don't have the bolts latched, but I have the doors shut and the buttons to verifying that are definitely in good contact. My...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-28-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,675
Posted By GrassMonster
Thanks for the reply! I'd appreciate a picture...

Thanks for the reply! I'd appreciate a picture just to help solidify the results of my googling :)

When I open the electrical compartment I am at a total loss for identifying which solenoids are...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 12-27-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,675
Posted By GrassMonster
Buzzer Problem - 1994 Thomas

Howdy! I'm just starting to look at my electric situation and have a buzzer problem that is priority #1. I've checked the wire connections that I can easily find but opening the electrical panel...
Forum: Conversion Tutorials and How-to's 12-20-2020, 12:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,154
Posted By GrassMonster
Skoolie dot com also sells channels specific to...

Skoolie dot com also sells channels specific to Thomas'. As for raising inbetween I don't see why not, you'd just need to fabricate something for both ends
Forum: Skoolie Owners Registry 12-20-2020, 12:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,852
Posted By GrassMonster
Howdy! I just bought the same bus as you! Started...

Howdy! I just bought the same bus as you! Started the demo process this week. Good luck with your build, I'm excited to follow someone building the same bus as I am!
Forum: Heating, Cooling and Appliances 12-15-2020, 03:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,734
Posted By GrassMonster
Question Identifying Heater System - 1995 Thomas

Howdy folx! I'm the proud new owner of a 1995 Thomas Pusher and I'm super stoked to get the conversion going. I'm currently in the process of grinding out seats and am trying to get some planning...
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