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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-03-2004, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,699
Posted By system-f
You have the first conversion that is almost 100%...

You have the first conversion that is almost 100% identical to what I want to do.

HOw tall is the Scout?
How is the Scout wide?
How tall was the buss roof in the center to begin with and...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-02-2004, 02:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,442
Posted By system-f
I haven't purchased my skoolie yet, but the main...

I haven't purchased my skoolie yet, but the main reason I am going with a skoolie is because many are available with the engines in the front. Since I plan to have the bus contain a vehicle inside...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 12-02-2004, 02:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,850
Posted By system-f
I am a 25 year old wana-bee school owner. 26 this...

I am a 25 year old wana-bee school owner. 26 this month.

The bus is inspired by my outdoorsy lifestyle and our overland/camping trips. I have always had a thing for big/medium duty trucks and what...
Forum: Skoolie Life 12-01-2004, 08:53 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 92,781
Posted By system-f
I am a computer analyst and full time student. ...

I am a computer analyst and full time student.

I have been taking welding classes lately for heavy structural stuff. Moving to lighter stuff next semester.
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 12-01-2004, 07:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,065
Posted By system-f
Here is some info on the AT545 I found useful and...

Here is some info on the AT545 I found useful and the MT643. Believe it or not the AT545 has a higher horsepower rating than the MT643, but a lower torque rating. This is probably due to the...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-30-2004, 05:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,216
Posted By system-f
Read this post about the 8.2 in a Chevy. Now you...

Read this post about the 8.2 in a Chevy. Now you can't say you have never heard anything good about the 8.2.


https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/forum/top ... IC_ID=9365...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-29-2004, 08:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,216
Posted By system-f
I think he is refering to the torque converter...

I think he is refering to the torque converter which in that allison trans is designed not to lockup. Just get a BIG trans cooler since slipping torque converters create heat. Lots of people are...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 11-08-2004, 06:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,580
Posted By system-f
get yourself a Ford large case alternator (around...

get yourself a Ford large case alternator (around here $35 rebuilt) and an electric start lawnmower motor..you can make your own generator pretty darn cheap.. an 11hp motor should run a couple of...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 11-02-2004, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,699
Posted By system-f
can anyone provide more detailed specs?...

can anyone provide more detailed specs? espeicailly what kind of work was needed to do at the edge to support the weight and ramp matierial..
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-28-2004, 04:49 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 53,952
Posted By system-f
What kind of steel is that control arm? Looks to...

What kind of steel is that control arm? Looks to be cast steel. If it is cast steel welding should hold fine. If it is cast iron, spend the $400 on a new one. I don't really see anyone using cast...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-26-2004, 06:40 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 43,050
Posted By system-f
How are you powering that A/C while underway?...

How are you powering that A/C while underway? That is a good idea for cheap A/C, but a rather large unit. :lol:
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-21-2004, 07:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 14,701
Posted By system-f
https://www.analogx.com/contents/vinview.htm ...

https://www.analogx.com/contents/vinview.htm

Doesn't really help much since it cannot determine vehicle specific model info.


Region: 1 1 North America
Country: 1-2 1H U.S.A. ...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 10-18-2004, 02:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,307
Posted By system-f
Guess you haven't seen the guys with Ford...

Guess you haven't seen the guys with Ford Superdutys that drop the Cummins 6B in there and run 11-12 second 1/4 mile times... It's quite entertaining to see an 8000lb truck go down the track that...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 10-17-2004, 02:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,307
Posted By system-f
injection pump failures with the newer 24valve...

injection pump failures with the newer 24valve dodge motors is an issue even the trucks are having. The newer injection pump doesn't use engine lubrication. (assuming they are using this motor)


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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-15-2004, 01:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,940
Posted By system-f
I just read this..thanks A LOT of the info..very...

I just read this..thanks A LOT of the info..very helpful. I would rather have a manual...a nice 9speed... even if I had to put it in there myself.
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 10-15-2004, 12:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,307
Posted By system-f
Awesome response, thanks. I am rather...

Awesome response, thanks.

I am rather confused about the 5.9 cummins. I am getting lots of advice, both on totally opposite ends. I will probably end up getting the 5.9 and at545, but I am...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 10-14-2004, 12:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,307
Posted By system-f
More Questions, more organized

Alrighy, the other day I had some pretty unorganized questions. Let me try again.

Good or bad, if bad why?

Engine

1. Cummins 5.9:

2. DT360:
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-14-2004, 12:03 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 26,980
Posted By system-f
I rode to school in one for 2 years...had plenty...

I rode to school in one for 2 years...had plenty of getup and go when loaded.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-13-2004, 02:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,559
Posted By system-f
Wish I had the money.. I would go pick that one...

Wish I had the money.. I would go pick that one up, but it's not a tick worth more than 3k in my opinion. I called a guy who had a bluebird JUST LIKE THAT one in fort worth except it was an 89 with...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 10-13-2004, 02:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,940
Posted By system-f
Bus rambling/newbie question

First off, awesome site....

When I was a freshman in high school I used to ride in bluebird 72 passenger with 5.9 cummins and 4spd autos. I have always been into the mechanics of anything around...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 10-13-2004, 11:27 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 187,598
Posted By system-f
I just called the Texas DPS since I am rather...

I just called the Texas DPS since I am rather curious about this. The Bus I am looking at is over 26,000 GROSS...or it's designed for that. The DPS said over 26k and I would have to have a class B...
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