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Old 02-05-2017, 11:11 AM   #1241
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I really like that 94 bluebird... Except for the gasoline engine.

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Wonder how fast the 454 chevy in it spins at 65 mph with the 7.17 rear end, not sure what transmission is in it

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Old 02-05-2017, 04:38 PM   #1242
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Wonder how fast the 454 chevy in it spins at 65 mph with the 7.17 rear end, not sure what transmission is in it
3,775 rpm. Being a 1994, it's highly unlikely it has an OD transmission in it.
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Old 02-06-2017, 02:27 PM   #1243
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I feel ya. I tried to buy this one myself.
I bid as high as you can bid and still pay with a credit card, but alas I was outbid!
Well, there goes my plan then.
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Old 02-06-2017, 02:39 PM   #1244
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Well, there goes my plan then.
I'd have went as high as my card would allow if they'd let me.
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Old 02-07-2017, 02:18 PM   #1245
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I'd have went as high as my card would allow if they'd let me.
You're ...
1) carrying huge balances already (welcome to the club),
2) need a better credit card,
3) willing to pay too much for a bus.

My biggest CC has an $18k limit.
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Old 02-07-2017, 02:20 PM   #1246
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You're ...
1) carrying huge balances already (welcome to the club),
2) need a better credit card,
3) willing to pay too much for a bus.

My biggest CC has an $18k limit.
I have PLENTY of credit, and so does she.

I'd say #3 it is, but IDK I think I'd pay up to about 8 or 10 for that bus if they'd let me.
But they only take CC up to 5k, so someone else can have it.
I just can't believe they had to relist it.

I see folks paying 5 grand or so for dognose buses with cats, I mean- this bus is pretty much ready to go.
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Old 02-07-2017, 02:37 PM   #1247
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Wow, that thing is beautiful.

But if you're going to put that much time and effort into restoring something, why wouldn't you ceramic coat the exhaust?
maybe it is a "restored to new from factory condition" ??
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Old 02-07-2017, 06:03 PM   #1248
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I dont think *ID* pay that much for that bus.. but then I was a sucker in 2016 for my first Bus..

even if i blew the engine up tomorrow in RedByrd id still probably have less in it than I do the DEV as a whole.. but then I accomplished a lot of goals and landed a couple contracts as a result of the work and inspiration I got from DEV so in the end it paid off..

ive definitely found though that its a lot more expensive to Build the bus you want rather than wait for the right bus to come along..

the A/C in DEV (just the parts) alone cost more than RedByrd (the bus) did.. and RedByrd came with working A/C...

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Old 02-07-2017, 10:10 PM   #1249
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Two interesting looking buses just went up for auction:

Auction #1783417 - MOBILE LEARNING UNIT #1
Auction #1783417 - MOBILE LEARNING UNIT #2

I wish I were ready to buy!
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Old 02-07-2017, 10:30 PM   #1250
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Wow, i have seen that fire truck in many a parade. I didnt know they threw a rod. Its too bad.

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Old 02-07-2017, 10:41 PM   #1251
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Funny... I'll be in Lincoln, Nebraska this time next week!
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Old 02-07-2017, 11:25 PM   #1252
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Two interesting looking buses just went up for auction:

Auction #1783417 - MOBILE LEARNING UNIT #1
Auction #1783417 - MOBILE LEARNING UNIT #2

I wish I were ready to buy!
Note: Both have hydraulic brakes. And/or conceivably... they might have a troublesome "hybrid" brake system -- you want to find out.
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Old 02-08-2017, 08:28 AM   #1253
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Two interesting looking buses just went up for auction:

Auction #1783417 - MOBILE LEARNING UNIT #1
Auction #1783417 - MOBILE LEARNING UNIT #2

I wish I were ready to buy!
Both look like possible gems to me.
Especially the first one.
Both ready to go RV'ing in a week of work.

I wonder how bad the "pitch" action is in that short wheelbase FE BlueBird?
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Old 02-08-2017, 08:36 AM   #1254
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Both look like possible gems to me.
Especially the first one.
Both ready to go RV'ing in a week of work.

I wonder how bad the "pitch" action is in that short wheelbase FE BlueBird?
I was looking at those, but I need to keep in mind the drive back. I will have a very limited window. I plan on an extra day for any unforeseen delays. Ne is just a little too far outside my driving limits.


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Old 02-08-2017, 09:10 AM   #1255
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Both look like possible gems to me.
Especially the first one.
Both ready to go RV'ing in a week of work.

I wonder how bad the "pitch" action is in that short wheelbase FE BlueBird?
I bet it rides just fine.
And is VERY maneuverable.

I'd like one like that.
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Old 02-08-2017, 09:33 AM   #1256
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Note: Both have hydraulic brakes. And/or conceivably... they might have a troublesome "hybrid" brake system -- you want to find out.
The conventional has Bendix Hydra Max split brake system.
Front and rear disc.

Can't tell on the FE, can't see no air compressor. Nor air pressure gauge.
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Old 02-08-2017, 09:49 AM   #1257
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that FE is sweet! real similar to my bookmobile bus. i should get just for the drive line and that cord reel!

the bad part about both of them is the tire size/axles and rear end.

i bet they barely make 60, maybe not even that fast.

i have a 4.7 rear with 11x22.5's and can make 67.

i'd want to be rid of the dayton wheels and and the small tires. if it had a 4.10 rear and big tires it be a perfect bus.

it isn't to far from me. good one to watch
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Old 02-09-2017, 05:40 PM   #1258
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I had a chance to check this out for another forum member, who was interested, but changed his mind. Very nice with 20k generator. Clean inside and out. Has been parked for about 6 mo, but batteries look good, ( a couple looked pretty new) and I'd think it might start with a just jump. Ends tomorrow. If I were looking for a full size bus, I would bid on it.

Public Surplus: Auction #1783269
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Old 02-09-2017, 07:23 PM   #1259
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I had a chance to check this out for another forum member, who was interested, but changed his mind. Very nice with 20k generator. Clean inside and out. Has been parked for about 6 mo, but batteries look good, ( a couple looked pretty new) and I'd think it might start with a just jump. Ends tomorrow. If I were looking for a full size bus, I would bid on it.

Public Surplus: Auction #1783269
How in the world is that not above $1000?!!!!
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Old 02-09-2017, 07:31 PM   #1260
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I had a chance to check this out for another forum member, who was interested, but changed his mind. Very nice with 20k generator. Clean inside and out. Has been parked for about 6 mo, but batteries look good, ( a couple looked pretty new) and I'd think it might start with a just jump. Ends tomorrow. If I were looking for a full size bus, I would bid on it.

Public Surplus: Auction #1783269
Do you by chance know if this conversion was done by ENG Mobile Systems (usually there is a build plate inside?) If so, the overall conversion quality is going to be amazing. Literally everything will be top of the line.

How many hours were on the generator? If it's a PowerTech those things will run for 20K+ hours. I also bet those miles are original.

I'd imagine this bus cost serious dollars to build.

If I didn't have 3 other big beasts I'd SERIOUSLY be bidding on this thing. Someone here NEEDS this!

Anyone want to buy a GMC so I can buy this?!
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