The every growing list of items I’ve purchased through online sources for the Bus.
Click the links below to jump right to a section.
Electrical Parts
Solar Parts
Appliances
Plumbing Parts
Gas Hookup Parts
Cabinetry Parts
Interior Parts
Body/Chassis Parts
Engine Parts
Tools Purchased
Misc Parts
Electrical Parts
- RV 12v Puck Lights: https://amzn.to/2Rld2t9
- Battery Boxes: https://amzn.to/2ZzyJu5
- Backup Camera: https://amzn.to/33oiiBP
- 250ft 14AWG Wire, Marine Grade, Red: https://amzn.to/2Fj67hP
- 250ft 14AWG Wire, Marine Grade, Black: https://amzn.to/2ZzlVDS
- 100ft 14AWG Marine Wire Grey: https://amzn.to/2Fp21V6
- 250ft 16/2 awg Wire: https://amzn.to/32sJobE
- 500ft 16/2 awg wire: https://amzn.to/2Zz2drH
- Wire Markers: https://amzn.to/3kkl7e9
- Fuse Block Blue Sea 12 circuit: https://amzn.to/3iHlLBG
- Battery Shunt: https://amzn.to/2DVTCb1
- 6 place fuse Block: https://amzn.to/3kj0H5b
- Lighted Switches 3/4″ hole: https://amzn.to/32vE5bv
- 2 way SPDT switches: Link
- Used to be able to turn on/off the lights from the front or the back of the bus.
- Wire Crimping tool: https://amzn.to/2H0Wy7x
- Wire connectors, heat shrink, waterproof, 320pc: https://amzn.to/33nyLpO
- 50 Wire ring connectors, heat shrink, 14-16awg: Link
- 50Pcs Solder Seal Heat Shrink Waterproof 14-16GA AWG Blue Connector Terminal Kit: Link
- Scotch Lock Wiring Connectors: https://amzn.to/3mcXXIl
- Heat Shrink Tubing assortment: Link
- Cable raceway for over rear AC unit: https://amzn.to/3hsUq4T
- 1.75in stainless and rubber cable clamp: https://amzn.to/3ho1JL7
- Fog Light Switch: https://amzn.to/32roUjy
- Rocker Style Dual Battery Voltmeter for dash: https://amzn.to/3kdTpPZ
- Cigarette Lighter adapter with removable usb charger: https://amzn.to/3itudVi
- T10 Connectors for 168 or 194 Lights: https://amzn.to/3kfIsxy
- LED Strip Light Aluminum Channel: https://amzn.to/3inZYPs
- Project Box for LED strip light controller: https://amzn.to/33pgGYD
- LED Light strip: https://amzn.to/3htL7Sa
- Battery Cutoff Switch: https://amzn.to/2FydH7W
- Battery Cable Lugs 8-4AWG: https://amzn.to/2FjaY2x
- Battery Terminal power distribution Studs: https://amzn.to/35ChHiz
- License Plate Lights: https://amzn.to/3hvQ6Sq
- LED Lights type 74, used for dash: https://amzn.to/35xecKg
- 10, 194 LED light bulbs: https://amzn.to/3bTibBY
- Cube Speakers for the back of the bus: https://amzn.to/2RoFAC8
- Kitchen Light: https://amzn.to/32oZrY3
- More lighting fixtures: https://amzn.to/2Fuhino
- ATC Cicuit breakers, multi pack: https://amzn.to/32txgay
- Silicon Paste, aka Dielectric grease: https://amzn.to/3kfHQrG
- Assorted Color Electrical tape: https://amzn.to/3hrBp2M
- 15amp Shore Power Connector: https://amzn.to/3bW3SMY
- Do not use, this worked ok for a Temp solution, but the ground failed internally and I would have never known unless I tested it
- 30 AMP Shore Power Connector: https://amzn.to/3irdpOM
- Replacement dash voltage gauge: Link
- RV 30 Amp 50ft Power Cable: Link
- It’s been sitting in the hot sun all Summer and holding up very well
- 40amp Circuit breaker for solar: Link
- I used a few of these, they seem to work well and look nice.
- Battery mounted Blue Sea Fuse Block: Link
- 250 Amp Fuse for Blue Sea battery mounted fuse block: Link
- 9″ Battery cables to go from the Shunt/Fuse Block to the Terminal studs: Link
Solar Parts
- Solar Entry Gland: https://amzn.to/3iF0Cbi
- Solar Mounting Brackets: https://amzn.to/2Rq8QrU
- Dicor Self leveling Lap Sealant: https://amzn.to/32qJuQW
- Dicor No-Sag Lap Sealant: https://amzn.to/2GXajUO
- NewPowa 200w Solar Panels: Link
- This isn’t the exact panel I bought, but it’s near identical. I bought 2 175w NewPowa panels that were scratch and dents for NewPowa for $160 each
- 20ft Solar extension cables: Link
- Solar MC4 Branch Connector coupler: Link
- Cheap Temporary 50A Solar Charge Controller: Link
- I used this as a temp charge controller to test. It was hooked up and working well to 2 Lead acid Deep cycle batteries. It’s not a Mppt like it says, it’s a PWM. But for less than $20 it helped me understand my solar setup and if I blew this up, well it was only $20.
- Solar Charge Controller, EpEver Duoracer 30amp Dual battery bank charger: Link
- This thing is pretty neat. Charges up to 30amp on Battery 1 and then when Battery 1 is in float mode it charges Bank2 to at 1amp. I use it to keep the starting batteries topped off when in storage. It came with the wifi box BUT it came with the wrong cable so I ordered it separately.
- Control cable for ebox wifi adapter for Duoracer: Link
- Battery temp sensor for Duoracer: Link
- Duoracer MT11 Remote Meter/Monitor: Link
- After I bought this I realized I could only have one thing plugged in. Either the eBox Wifi or this Meter. So i’ll probably find a way to switch between the 2.
Appliances
- Maxxair Fan, Manual open, no remote: https://amzn.to/3mqTCBx
- Mini- Split AC Unit: Link
- Best purchase ever! This thing was cheap, works great, and is stupid quiet! Buy one now!
- Mini Split Line Set 25ft: Link
- I extended the line set from 10ft to 25ft. I didn’t add any additional refrigerant and I’ve been using it all summer and no issues.
- Mini Split vacuum pump adapter: Link
- You’ll need this to adapt the mini split compressor fitting to the fitting on the compressor for the Vacuum pump.
- 8kw Diesel Heater: Link
- I can’t recommend these enough! It was 30F degrees in the bus with almost no insulation and no window coverings, kept the bus nice and warm. Took about an hour and a half to get to temp. Now with insulation and window coverings takes like 15 minutes from ice cold inside.
- Diesel Heater Spare LCD and remote: Link
- I’ve heard these heaters don’t shutdown if the LCD screen dies, so I bought a spare.
- Diesel heater Extension Pipe: Link
- Diesel Heater T fitting, 2 more pipes and 2 vents: Link
- MTI Industry 35-742-WT Safe-T-Alert Carbon Monoxide- Propane Leak Detector: Link
- I Bought 2 of these.
Plumbing Parts
- Sink and burner combo, SMEV 8821: Link
- Shipped from the UK and all fittings were Metric, I tossed the regulator and bought one on Amazon. You’ll need the Gas lin adapter below to adapt it to standard 1/2 gas line.
- Gas line adapter for SMEV 8821 Sink 8mm to 1/2″: (Link is Dead) Had a HArd time trying to find them again. Old Link
- RV Style Shower head Brushed nickel finish: Link
- Shurflo Water pump 3.0 gpm: Link
- Water Tank, Black Water 24 Gallon: https://amzn.to/2RnKqPR
- Water Tanks, 21gl and 30 Gallon: https://amzn.to/2GPv5Wa
- RV Toilet, Thetford Bravura: https://amzn.to/2ZzS91G
- 1 3/8″ Smooth bore fill hose for gravity filling of freshwater tank: https://amzn.to/2ZDDdQb
- Collapsible wash bin: https://amzn.to/2RqvHUh
- Valterra Waste Valve with cap: https://amzn.to/32pjrd6
- 3″ Rubber waste tank Grommet: https://amzn.to/3bTkbds
- 1 1/2″ Rubber waste tank grommet: https://amzn.to/2ZxpLxc
- Shurflo 1/2″ twist on Pre Filter: https://amzn.to/3mlwRyw
- 7 Gal Water Jug: https://amzn.to/35yX5aU
- Water Treatment Tabs for Porta Potty: https://amzn.to/3meEEOV
- TP for RV’s: https://amzn.to/3khs53c
- Dude Wipes: https://amzn.to/3bYLeV0
- Porta Potty: https://amzn.to/3bWRpJ5
- 6l Tankless propane water heater: Link
- I would have bought a camplux if I knew i’d need so many expensive adapters. Link to Camplux
- I don’t have links to the adapters since I went to Menards and Home Depot like 10 times to find the right ones.
- I still haven’t even fired this up yet, so if it doesn’t work the Camplux is going in the Amazon cart
- Hepvo Sink Trap: Link
- Sharkbite Check Valve 1/2″: Link
- Sharkbite Tank Adapter for Fresh Water tank to Pex: Link
- 1/2″ Brass Pex assorted fittings: Link
- I ran out of T fittings and had to buy some from the store, cost way more than this pack. I should have just bought 2 packs
- RV Shower Pan 24″ x 40″: Link
- Sturdy enough and works well. Fit well. I spray foamed under it to give it a bit more rigidity
- RV External city water hookup: Link
- It’s ok quality and has held up, but you have to be careful since it’s all plastic. I’d consider the one with the brass fitting next time. This one: Link
Gas Hookup Parts
- Gas Regulator 2 Stage for RV: https://amzn.to/3mi9ohR
- Gas line PTFE sealing Tape: https://amzn.to/2FwiG92
- Gas Leak Detector Fluid: Link
- Used for the gas lines
Cabinetry Parts
- Bathroom Door: https://amzn.to/33nfa9q
- Pocket Screws 2.5″ for possible wet areas: https://amzn.to/32rKGDZ
- Pocket Screws 2.5″: https://amzn.to/3hmWk7a
- Screw covers, plastic: https://amzn.to/2RkFewh
- SS Finish Washers, 35 pack: https://amzn.to/3isKr0F
- SS Fender washers: https://amzn.to/2ZQAtPN
- 1-1/4″ SS Self Tapping Screws, used to secure most things to the bus frame: https://amzn.to/2RnJaw7
- Push Button Cabinet latches for RV, 10 pack: Link
- These are super nice looking, and work fantastic. But holy cow they were a pain to install. The tiny screws it comes with to mount the metal catch tabs broke easily even after I pre-drilled.
Interior Parts
- Twin Mattresses for the kids: https://amzn.to/32rKrZB
- Curtain Track, cuts easy and flexible: https://amzn.to/33pfMLJ
- Couch/Futon, Cheap, but worked, ended up not using in the bus: https://amzn.to/3kkq9ax
- Plastic plugs for stainless luggage rack where I cut it off: https://amzn.to/32p9hZQ
- Windshield SunShade: https://amzn.to/33nZ7bb
- Thread for making curtains: https://amzn.to/2FhETIl
- Screen, for front window: https://amzn.to/2Ruid9X
- Sewing Pins for making curtains: https://amzn.to/3mlvvDW
- Coat Hangers: https://amzn.to/3kfI16o
- Non-Slip Drawer liners: https://amzn.to/2FDrwSg
- Paper Towel Holder: https://amzn.to/3kcI02Y
- Single Burner Electric cooktop 1200w: https://amzn.to/3bTej49
- Cube Storage shelves: https://amzn.to/35ux24N
- Collapsible Fabric Cubes, 6 Pack: https://amzn.to/3kekdj3
- Ozone Generator to eliminate smells in the bus: https://amzn.to/32pRemf
- Foam Mattress Topper(Not used in the end): https://amzn.to/35BnRiW
- TV Mount: https://amzn.to/3k6PPXY
- Grip Tape Yellow for steps: https://amzn.to/33purXi
- Grip Tape Black for steps: https://amzn.to/2GYBjTR
Body/Chassis Parts
- LED Headlights, H6054 H5054: https://amzn.to/2RmBdHE
- I will probably replace these, the cutoff isn’t great and I feel like I may be blinding other drivers. If anyone has a better solution leave me a note.
- Spray on Bedliner: https://amzn.to/3mlLiCG
- Wheel Chocks Heavy duty: https://amzn.to/2H0WQv9
- Front Shocks: https://amzn.to/3bUXOEq
- Gas Cap: https://amzn.to/3hsy5ob
- Struts for the rear Engine compartment door: https://amzn.to/2FBAnUx
- Brake Light Switch: https://amzn.to/32p2XBD
- Teardrop Roof Cab lights: https://amzn.to/3bXbIG5
- 150ft Butyl tape: https://amzn.to/32pN5ig
- Parking Brake Pull: https://amzn.to/3hAEuOl
- GPS Speedometer: Link
- My original was broken and this one was way cheaper. I have yet to install it.
- Ospho 605 Metal Treatment: Link
- I used this to convert the rust before painting
Engine Parts
- Alternator Voltage Regulator: https://amzn.to/33snpRo
- Water Pump for the 5.9 Cummins: https://amzn.to/2DXD1Uh
- Oil Catch can, for the slight blowby issue: Link
- Diesel motor 3 in 1 guage for boost, pyrometer and fuel pressure: Link
- Banjo bolt to hookup fuel pressure gauge: Link
Tools
- Skil Table Saw: https://amzn.to/33p8CXR
- Welding gloves, Lincoln electric, really nice: https://amzn.to/32pU3DW
- Welding Mask, auto dimming, super nice: https://amzn.to/2ZAgmoH
- Welding tips for Cheap ebay Welder: https://amzn.to/3itvD1V
- Welder Flux core: Link
- Everyone should pick one of these up and learn to weld. Buy the proper gear, I had some things but the mask below and gloves were awesome. This thing works so well. My only complaint is the wire feed is a bit too high. Careful as this thing will blow holes through thick steel on high.
- Copper Deburring tool: https://amzn.to/3hsU8uP
- Pex Cutting tool: https://amzn.to/2FBGW9D
- Pex Crimp Tool with Clamps: https://amzn.to/2ZAg7Kj
- Battery Lug Crimping Tool: https://amzn.to/2RujuxL
- Plastic scraper Razor Blades: https://amzn.to/33tbpPs
- Super Nice Fabric Shears: https://amzn.to/33sHJSz
- Rotary Fabric Cutter for making curtains: https://amzn.to/3bUnwck
- 1/2in Drive Torque Wrench: https://amzn.to/3hmTLly
- 1/4in Drive Torque Wrench: https://amzn.to/3hrF3tu
- 1/2 Drive Ratchet: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A50N9VM/
- Ampeak Car Battery Charger: https://amzn.to/2GSpQoF
- 100ft 12/3 Extension cord for plugging in the bus to shore power at home: https://amzn.to/3kcExkY
- Dewalt Titanium Drill Bit Set, 21piece: https://amzn.to/2RmvmlJ
- Screwdriver Greenlee: https://amzn.to/2ZzMxo8
- Tape Measure Craftsman: https://amzn.to/3isnMSd
- 12inch Level: https://amzn.to/2Rn8Rgl
- 5 Inch Sanding discs: https://amzn.to/2E0wzMo
- Caulk Gun: https://amzn.to/3ivSkTi
- Torque Multiplier lugnut remover: Link
- Needed to remove the lug nuts on the bus.
- Milwaukee M18 Li-Ion Batteries, Generic brand: Link
- These work surprising well and were way cheaper than Milwaukee brand.
- 110v Electrical outlet tester: Link
- A must if you’re running 110v. Helped me trace down a few Oops’ before they turned into an Oww.
- LED exterior flood lights for outside lighting in front of door: Link
- Pocket hole saw kit: Link
- The price seems to be stupid high now, it was $30 for the kit when I bought it. Krieg makes a nice little one i’d buy instead. Link to Krieg
- Locking C-Clamp: Link
- Countersink Bit Set: Link
- I used this a ton, although I broke the bit almost right away. I used the dewalt bits I bought instead, worked way better.
- Dewalt Fix/Plunge base router: Link
- I didn’t use this as much as I thought I would, but it sure works well.
- Router Bit Set: Link
- Cheap set, but not bad for a DIY Beginner
- Wood Clamp Set: Link
- These were very nice, I am going to buy more.
- AC Vacuum pump and Gauge Set: Link
- I used this to pull vacuum and test the lines. Worked very well.
- Gas Leak Detector Fluid: Link
- Used for the gas lines
- Hole Saw set, cheap, used for the 5inch and 3 inch holes for toilet and shower only, good for maybe one hole each: Link
- These are good for maybe one or 2 holes. The 5″ went through 1″ ply and 1″ mdf and it was toast. It was still cheaper than buying a nice 5″ and 3″ for the one hole each I needed.
- Dremel Bit Set 350pcs: Link
- UNI-T True RMS 200A AC Mini Clamp Meters Ammeter w/ NCV Test & LCD: Link
- Lenox 2 1/4″ Hole Saw: Link
- Used for the Aceegoo LED Puck Lights
Misc
- Welding wire .030: https://amzn.to/3kdUcjV
- Sewing machine, do not buy, worked but fed at an angle and was not even close to straight: https://amzn.to/3itu6cb
- Car Wash brush with Extension handle: https://amzn.to/2GYqwJm
Note: These are affiliate links. Comment below if any don’t work and I’ll update.