converting

  1. Jwh92020

    Converting a 4x8 Trailer to a 5x8 Deck Over With Wheels Under Platform

    I lucked into a 4x8 fully welded 2x2 tube trailer with a 2k lb axle for $100. I want to build it into a 5x8 with the wheels under the deck. I searched for pics, but apparently I'm not searching correct terms or something. Can any of you that have done a 5x8 "wheels under" build on a 4x8 please...
  2. fabimezzo

    Converting 2000 KOMFORT 24: Removing Hideaway, Fridge, and Interior Fixtures

    Hello everyone, What an amazing community this is!! Thank you for your help. We have this model trailer: I use it only for sleeping. Water and Gas are not connected, bathroom is not being used, neither are the range, taps or sink. Only electricity is connected. I want to turn the front room...
  3. Wuzabus

    Converting BB Switch Panel to Rocker Switches: Fabrication Tips Needed

    Hey everyone out there in skoolie land! 👋🏾 I hope all builds are going as well as planned and everyone is doing well. I need y'all's help with a fabrication project for Wuzabus. I want to keep my BB switch panel but I want rocker switches instead of the push/ pull ones. I have already converted...
  4. zulutron

    Converting Generac Q55G Generator to Propane: Experiences and Considerations

    My 2001 National RV SeaView has an equally old Generac Q55G that I'm thinking about converting to propane using a kit from US Carburetion. Has anyone done something like this?
  5. hey_rls

    Maxx fan-change from circuit board control to just a switch on/off?

    Ok, Maxx fan question here. My Maxx fan has a circuit board issue for the second time. The original circuit board shorted out. After about a year or two I replaced the circuit board and the fan worked fine. Then it didn't. Now I'm looking at replacing the circuit board again and it's like...
  6. dmwoody

    Legacy specific conversion to lithium house??

    I've done a little searching and don't see any Legacy specific house battery conversion to lithium thread(s). If there is, can someone please point me to them. If not, has any Legacy specific owners converted the house to LifePo4? 2014 340KP here. I don't have solar and not really considering...
  7. IN

    Converting Puma 32RFFQ Bunkhouse Slide to a Remote Work Office

    I am a full timer and I work remote. I would like to remove the slide bunks to put a desk and office chair because the kiddos are all gone on with their lives. I need to know how to remove them without destroying anything or finding any surprises like unfinished flooring underneath the bed/sofa...
  8. TR

    Torsion to leaf conversion thoughts

    Howdy all, So I need new axles on my 1967 26’ Airstream , priced some up and got sticker shock. I’m broke as a joke so $2500 + shipping isn’t happening. I was thinking of welding some extra steel on for bracket mounting and going from the current double torsion axle to a single axle leaf...
  9. DA

    Airstream US 110v step down transformers

    Morning all We have just bought our first Airstream, an import from the US which is currently running 110v. The UK runs on 240V. We have a transformer though this runs very hot so we are looking at a permanent solution without re-wiring the vehicle. Suggestions welcome on how we do this and run...
  10. tcab

    Converting a 2012 Forester RV to a Mobile Office: Power, Propane, and Customization Questions

    How to start RV procedure.. confused. rv not plugged in at home so... what.. turn on generator in cab before starting engine?
  11. CA

    Remove BMPro

    Due to problems with the BMPro causing electrical trouble I'm thinking of converting the system to all manual switches. Have had the NP340 (bought new 2022 in Oct 2023) but have only been able to use it so far for maybe a total of twenty days. My fault mostly because I had Solar installed by a...
  12. Deans25BRDS

    Fixated solar to tilt-able ?

    My Trailer has fixed panels and it doesn't recharge well this time of year. I have 200W portable panel on the ground as a supplement. Question has anybody ever come up with and idea to manually tilt the roof top panels ? Looking at the brackets, possibly 4 per panel, it seems you could hinge...
  13. BR

    Electric to propane fireplace conversion

    I have a 110 electric fireplace in my fw. I am thinking or replacing it with a propane unit. Has anyone down this. I don’t really want to cut through the exterior so I’m think of going down through the floor going down then Back up having some removable pipes for exhaust kinda like those...
  14. TE

    New guy from the PNW

    I picked up a 08 Blue Bird vision 72 passenger convention bus to be a toy hauler and weekend camper for racing. After a few attempts to find folks that wanted to communicate in a positive way and share knowledge...... I gave up on FB. Many searches lead to good information on the forum... So I...
  15. LA

    Hello

    Hello, I just joined this form today. I’m looking to buy a 2016 E350 shuttle bus to make a conversion van. I was hoping to get some insight on whether that’s a good year and any tips tricks or fears that I should have going forward thank you for the invite.
  16. YO

    Bought inexpensive, weird but solid trailer - some advice for a newbie?

    I got this trailer for very very cheap. Looking to build a teardrop or squaredrop trailer. The bed area is 6x10. There are some challenges: - It appears that I will have to build above the wheel well - I can't put end caps on the front and rear (A la wandertears Vaga, I'm thinking of removing...
  17. Mikenat

    Simulator being changed

    Question: DEF simulator I have is for a 450SL Cummins on a Spartan chassis. We have got a 25 Cornerstone 605 X15 on a Freightliner chassis. One, is it compatible, and if so what plug etc would have to be changed to use it?
  18. FR

    Replacing tub shower with flat floor shower

    In our 24 ft rks trailer. We don’t use the tub and stepping over the side is a problem for us. Old age
  19. KG

    I just joined

    Just joined. looking forward to helping when I can. And getting some when I need it. My current project is the 1984 VW Vanagon I am converting to a camper. It will have a house battery, solar charging capability and some other stuff. it is all new to me and will be a much desired learning curve...
  20. AU

    Need tons of advice

    Will be looking for advice on converting a 9 window flat nose Blue Bird
  21. Burroman-FGRV

    Brake drum ridge

    I have a 1956 Bubble trailer. My brake drums have an unusual ridge running around the periphery of the drum. It’s about 1-2” wide and runs around the circumference of the drum- looks like where the electric brake magnet would contact the drum. Can’t get my new brakes to work. I’m sure the...
  22. Ronald1955

    Adding Dinette to our BT-5230

    We have decided to remove the slide out couch/ bed and install a custom built dinette with a table and a telescoping table leg so the dinette converts to a bed. We will gain two slide out draws with a lift seat base to access the rest of the storage area.
  23. Great Eggstrications

    Maxxfan Question - 2015 E19

    Maxxfan 7500K in 2015 E19 - One of the support bearings for the rain cover ("Operator Mechanism, Automatic Lift" 10-20281K-1AF) has broken. I see that this is a common problem with the Maxxfan Deluxe series, and already have the replacement available. I have previously had to replace the "Lift...
  24. nickdog1

    cargo door question.

    I have a 2022 Montana 3231CK, I am thinking of changing my swing up cargo door on the left side to a barn door swing open. has anyone ever thought about it, or have done it. I think the new Montana's have the barn door on left side cargo bay, I`m wounding if they are the same size frame opening...
  25. KR

    Dayton to Budd Wheel Conversion?

    Hello everyone! We just bought our first bus, 92 International, and it has hydraulic brakes with 22.5" Dayton (spoke) wheels currently on it. Has anyone swapped these out for Budd style wheels? I'm finding information online that ranges greatly. Thanks in advance! Rich

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