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Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-08-2020, 08:27 AM
Replies: 39
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Posted By WARGEAR
Very nice How To! The pictures were taken with my...

Very nice How To! The pictures were taken with my phone and displayed properly when attached to the post. Once I submitted it they looked like they do now!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 10-07-2020, 01:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
New tires

Since last time I posted I had the cooling system drained and renewed as well as new tires Lito n all four corners. Originally I had planned to replace just one steer, but it grew to both steers and...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 09-23-2020, 09:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Another update

So it’s been over a year since I added to this thread, and while the interior hasn’t been modified much since then, a lot has changed! This is going to be a long post so bear with me.

Some may...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-18-2019, 02:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Maintenance

Good afternoon everyone!

My new fan clutch for Journey came in today (see pics). The old one had a “dead spot” and had lost fluid over the years. I never heard it kick on when it should’ve in my...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-16-2019, 04:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Update on progress

Good afternoon everyone who’s still around!

Got more done with the build since my month ago update:

The subfloor has been completed. Since I am not a carpenter it’s not perfect but it sure is...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-18-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Back to work on Journey

It’s been a long time since I posted here on this thread but NY winters kept me from working in the bus. Too cold! I’ve gotten the rest of the floor framed out to just behind the driver area. Next...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-20-2018, 01:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Pesky leaks!

Found the entry point of the leaks! Very interesting. Basically, a portion of the body skin has separated in muiltple spots due to whatever reason and was allowing for water ingress. Thanks everyone...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-15-2018, 03:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
FWIW, this is where I noticed water entry in...

FWIW, this is where I noticed water entry in several spots. It’s like this at the first window of the bus and a couple down the line. Clearly its starting to cause damage. I’ll be replacing or at...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-14-2018, 01:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Thanks for the insight! After 6 years working on...

Thanks for the insight! After 6 years working on large military trucks I can agree anytime a hole is cut in sheet metal, it leaks! Most every joint on my bus that I’ve messed with I’ve used seam...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-14-2018, 12:10 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Water ingress

Well I’ve got some unfortunate news: the water ingress is back and just the same as it was before. We’ve been having heavy rains in the Fingerlakes area, and it shows. The windows have been removed...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-13-2018, 03:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Framing has begun!

Finally got to begin framework for the floor in our bus! Went with the idea of a floating floor and 1” polystyrene insulation (R6.5). Almost finished framing the floor. If I didn’t have to work late...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-10-2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Update to the thread: Removed and resealed...

Update to the thread:

Removed and resealed all the windows (24) to prevent any water ingress. It wasn’t as hard as I expected. There was a nice helping of dead bugs and crap sandwiches between the...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-09-2018, 01:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
My bus body is built by AmTran, who built yours?...

My bus body is built by AmTran, who built yours? Perhaps they’re identical in construction.
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-09-2018, 12:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Well good and bad news: good news is that I’ve...

Well good and bad news: good news is that I’ve found the leaks and pretty much know how I’m going to seal them. Bad news is it’s the windows. The bottom corners of most windows are letting water in...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-09-2018, 09:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Thanks everyone for the advice. I’ve sealed up...

Thanks everyone for the advice. I’ve sealed up the remaining exterior window sills with construction grade silicone, and the upper flasher lights with the same stuff. The foam gaskets have...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-09-2018, 09:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Thanks everyone for the advice. I’ve sealed up...

Thanks everyone for the advice. I’ve sealed up the remaining exterior window sills with construction grade silicone, and the upper flasher lights with the same stuff. The foam gaskets have...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 08-08-2018, 03:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted anything here...

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted anything here and I just wanted to provide a quick update:

I’m having trouble locating water ingress source locations in the bus. It doesn’t help it’s parked on...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-23-2018, 09:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Update!

Just a quick update on the progress of the bus:
1. Finished sewing the bolt holes in the floor. Used pennies and industrial sealant to seal it all.
2. Finished painting the exterior! Only a small...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 06-01-2018, 01:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Well it’s thundering and raining out, so looks...

Well it’s thundering and raining out, so looks like more painting is out of the question for the day. This is how far I made it the last couple of days, it’s not much but it’s progress!
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-28-2018, 08:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
Wanted to add a few more pics, in no particular...

Wanted to add a few more pics, in no particular order unfortunately. Underneath the seats and rubber mat was the steel floor. It was covered in surface rust that I treated with Corroseal, then primed...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-28-2018, 07:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,696
Posted By WARGEAR
The Journey Bus - 1999 International 3800

This is going to be the official build thread for what my girlfriend has affectionately names the Journey Bus. I’ll be posting pictures of build progress and probably be asking for advice from the...
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