My Bus Updates

Parts Purchased

The every growing list of items I’ve purchased through online sources for the Bus.


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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

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

Cabinetry Parts

Interior Parts

Body/Chassis Parts

Engine Parts

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


Note: These are affiliate links. Comment below if any don’t work and I’ll update.

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