Coachgeo
Explorer
Thanks.... interesting ideas
1994 International 4700 Conversion Begins
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patoz
Expedition Leader
Just in case you haven't seen it, there are several good suggestions and solutions in this thread here:
http://forum.expeditionportal.com/t...ing-Whelen-900s-Similar-Scene-lighting-to-LED
http://forum.expeditionportal.com/t...ing-Whelen-900s-Similar-Scene-lighting-to-LED
scooter421
Adventurer
Making a platform for a bed has never been the problem. It's incorporating the existing seating layout and not taking up valuable space with extra cushions that has been the problem. Trying to get the most out of the space day or night. I think they say that's "Wanting to have your cake and eat it too!"
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scooter421
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Some excellent work and ideas on the thread, thank you!
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scooter421
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Good Lord, I was hijacking Baloo's thread. Sorry Baloo!
Now that I am on my thread....a little progress while awaiting parts.
How the Engineer thought the first picture of the sliding doors was a good idea is beyond me. It's a cleaner look than my fix but at least the space is useable.
Also, I installed a dedicated circuit off of my inverter for the microwave which was made easier by the electrical which was underneath the counter in an exterior box for a retractable cord reel which I removed.
Now that I am on my thread....a little progress while awaiting parts.
How the Engineer thought the first picture of the sliding doors was a good idea is beyond me. It's a cleaner look than my fix but at least the space is useable.
Also, I installed a dedicated circuit off of my inverter for the microwave which was made easier by the electrical which was underneath the counter in an exterior box for a retractable cord reel which I removed.
patoz
Expedition Leader
A lot of the newer ambulances are now coming with cabinet doors that open by sliding, as well as raise up for rapid restocking. This is a picture of a 2005 Wheeled Coach unit.
As you can see, the cabinet in the front of the unit is closed with normal access through the sliding doors, and the cabinet in the rear is opened for restocking. A lot of the bigger EMS services are using pre-packaged sealed supply trays that they can just pop into the cabinet after removing the used one. Every ambulance is set up the same and as long as the seal is intact, the crew knows they have everything that is supposed to be in that compartment. This makes vehicle checkout much faster at shift change, and the unit stays in service longer.
rlrenz
Explorer
I think figuring out a bed is a real challenge for all of us. Every solution I've seen is "good news, bad news". All have something to be said for them, and something to be said against them.
Me? Since both my wife and I can snooze sitting up on the sofa, I'm planning to replace the squad bench with a pair of zero clearance recliners - the kind they sell as TV loungers with a wider armrest between them that has beverage holders. I still hate to lose the storage under the squad bench, but something has to be sacrificed to make it work.
Me? Since both my wife and I can snooze sitting up on the sofa, I'm planning to replace the squad bench with a pair of zero clearance recliners - the kind they sell as TV loungers with a wider armrest between them that has beverage holders. I still hate to lose the storage under the squad bench, but something has to be sacrificed to make it work.
scooter421
Adventurer
I figured it might be due the way an emergency vehicle is used in service and efficiency is always an issue.
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scooter421
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I will have to check out the zero clearance recliners available. I had thought about doing something with recliners but the wife and I wanted to leave the seat belts in case we had several kids along. Sleeping arrangements are a challenge to say the least. The latest idea should work out well.....I think. The disadvantage is setup/take down in my mind. I am always trying to eliminate these tasks but I think the advantages of leaving the space alone will outweigh the setup/take down time which really will not be much.
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scooter421
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A note for those that may deal with the same problem I've got going on with the AC. I did a basic system check when I got it and everything seemed to work....barely. I held off messing with the rear box. The last camping trip was pretty hot for all of us, so I figured I better get it fixed.
What I did and found while waiting for the darn hinges!
I changed the drier, evacuated, checked for leaks and such, charged it up and it's working front and rear. However, when the clutch was activated from the rear box it would only stay engaged for several minutes and the clutch would begin to cycle. At first I thought it might have something to do with a pressure switch or the thermostat for the rear. The clutch only begins to cycle if the clutch is activated from the rear switch if activated from the front it stays on. So, after some digging into the circuit board on the rear controls, I found the clutch relay on the board had melted. I've ordered a new one and will post an update when I get the new one soldered in.
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What I did and found while waiting for the darn hinges!
I changed the drier, evacuated, checked for leaks and such, charged it up and it's working front and rear. However, when the clutch was activated from the rear box it would only stay engaged for several minutes and the clutch would begin to cycle. At first I thought it might have something to do with a pressure switch or the thermostat for the rear. The clutch only begins to cycle if the clutch is activated from the rear switch if activated from the front it stays on. So, after some digging into the circuit board on the rear controls, I found the clutch relay on the board had melted. I've ordered a new one and will post an update when I get the new one soldered in.
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rlrenz
Explorer
I've run into similar problems with AC systems, most recently a condenser fan relay that someone had tried to use to control both the primary condenser fan and a supplementary condenser fan. The end result was a melted relay. The relay was rated at 40 amps, and had a 45 amp connected load. I redid the wiring and used two relays, with the primary condenser on a 75 amp rated relay
scooter421
Adventurer
Makes me feel better knowing I'm not the only one! It's certainly interesting what people come up with. The unfortunate and sometimes "fun" part of it is figuring it out and making it right.
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rlrenz
Explorer
Thankfully, I have conventional relay/diode technology. My failed relay was on a Hoseline circuit board that was part of a 12/120 standby AC system.
Some of the proprietary ambulance software & control systems are now obsolete and are a challenge to track down new components, especially if they need a manufacturer's programming unit for software changes - thankfully, a Windows XP computer can often substitute if the software can be found.
Thankfully, the Weldon VMUX system is used by multiple ambulance builders, so parts are available - but at a price!
Some of the proprietary ambulance software & control systems are now obsolete and are a challenge to track down new components, especially if they need a manufacturer's programming unit for software changes - thankfully, a Windows XP computer can often substitute if the software can be found.
Thankfully, the Weldon VMUX system is used by multiple ambulance builders, so parts are available - but at a price!
scooter421
Adventurer
Yeah, trying to stay away from a required cpu interface and programming was a big part of why I selected a vehicle this old. Very few circuit boards in my 94 truck!
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