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01-13-2017, 08:23 AM
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#181
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Danglebury, Tejas
Posts: 310
Year: 1999
Coachwork: Blue Bird
Chassis: IH 3800
Engine: Navistar DT466E
Rated Cap: 72 passenger
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Hehe. You'll have to wait on pics.
I pulled in just about sunset, made some new friends, toured three busses, and had to leave. Today I'm due in Los Angeles so yesterday was just a "howdy do". My "real" stop will be on the flipside trip, likely Tuesday.
What a great bunch of folks!!!
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01-13-2017, 06:06 PM
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#182
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Bus Geek
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Columbus Ohio
Posts: 18,835
Year: 1991
Coachwork: Carpenter
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: DTA360 / MT643
Rated Cap: 7 Row Handicap
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I was goingto try and get out there even without bus.. i had to come to a jobsite in dallas... i wont be done here till late next week so no way i could rent a car drive from dallas and be there to actually see anyone before its over.. and with only a car id have to find a hotel... both busses are in Ohio..
-Christopher
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01-13-2017, 08:42 PM
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#183
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Bus Crazy
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Oklahoma aka "God's blind spot"
Posts: 2,446
Year: 1989
Coachwork: 1853FC International/Navistar
Chassis: 35' Retired Air Force Ambulance
Engine: DT466, MT643
Rated Cap: 6 souls and a driver
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GreyCoyote
Hehe. You'll have to wait on pics.
I pulled in just about sunset, made some new friends, toured three busses, and had to leave. Today I'm due in Los Angeles so yesterday was just a "howdy do". My "real" stop will be on the flipside trip, likely Tuesday.
What a great bunch of folks!!
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Of course they are! They're Skoolies!
I can't count how many times I've read someone saying stuff like "come on over, we'll make room!" or "let me know when you're passing through!" or bring it over and we'll work on it!"
Being in central US, I'm stuck in the middle from meeting anyone yet.
Pretty much same as my ski boat forum!
So, I'll say... If someone invites you over nearby for a beer or dinner... Ya better jump on it!
Seems to me that Central US would be the ideal place for everyone to meet!
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01-13-2017, 10:56 PM
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#184
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Montana/Texas
Posts: 682
Year: 1998
Coachwork: Crown by Carpenter
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: 230 HP DT 466e/MT 643!
Rated Cap: 16
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There's over 15 buses here! It's amazing. Just got in a few hours ago.... will get some pics and post them tomorrow!
John & Beeks
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01-14-2017, 06:35 AM
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#185
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: hills of sw virginia
Posts: 889
Year: 1996
Chassis: thomas
Engine: 8.3 cummins
Rated Cap: 11 window
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Quote:
Originally Posted by milkmania
Of course they are! They're Skoolies!
I can't count how many times I've read someone saying stuff like "come on over, we'll make room!" or "let me know when you're passing through!" or bring it over and we'll work on it!"
Being in central US, I'm stuck in the middle from meeting anyone yet.
Pretty much same as my ski boat forum!
So, I'll say... If someone invites you over nearby for a beer or dinner... Ya better jump on it!
Seems to me that Central US would be the ideal place for everyone to meet!
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its a long way for some. One on the east side and one on the west.
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01-14-2017, 08:57 AM
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#186
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Bus Geek
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Columbus Ohio
Posts: 18,835
Year: 1991
Coachwork: Carpenter
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: DTA360 / MT643
Rated Cap: 7 Row Handicap
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50% of the US population lives within 500 Miles radius of columbus Ohio.. maybe we should hgave a Skoolie meetup there sometime.. at least for those east of the rockies..
of course i dont have property or a spot... just using as an example.. and 500 miles is still a Trek for many people..
-Christopher
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01-14-2017, 09:10 AM
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#187
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Bus Geek
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Eustis FLORIDA
Posts: 23,764
Year: 1999
Coachwork: Thomas
Chassis: Freighliner FS65
Engine: Cat 3126
Rated Cap: 15
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cadillackid
50% of the US population lives within 500 Miles radius of columbus Ohio.. maybe we should hgave a Skoolie meetup there sometime.. at least for those east of the rockies..
of course i dont have property or a spot... just using as an example.. and 500 miles is still a Trek for many people..
-Christopher
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Atlanta/N Georgia area would be a good spot for a big meetup, IMHO.
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01-14-2017, 09:11 AM
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#188
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Bus Crazy
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Oklahoma aka "God's blind spot"
Posts: 2,446
Year: 1989
Coachwork: 1853FC International/Navistar
Chassis: 35' Retired Air Force Ambulance
Engine: DT466, MT643
Rated Cap: 6 souls and a driver
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cadillackid
50% of the US population lives within 500 Miles radius of columbus Ohio.. maybe we should hgave a Skoolie meetup there sometime.. at least for those east of the rockies..
of course i dont have property or a spot... just using as an example.. and 500 miles is still a Trek for many people..
-Christopher
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But, quite manageable over a several day or month period... If you don't have obligations tying you down near home.
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01-14-2017, 09:14 AM
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#189
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Bus Geek
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Eustis FLORIDA
Posts: 23,764
Year: 1999
Coachwork: Thomas
Chassis: Freighliner FS65
Engine: Cat 3126
Rated Cap: 15
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Colorado has lots of wide open spaces that would be perfect for a large gathering, as well.
Maybe just have a big one in a new location every year or so?
Hawaii would be an amazing location were it not for the logistics!
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01-14-2017, 09:28 AM
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#190
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Bus Crazy
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Oklahoma aka "God's blind spot"
Posts: 2,446
Year: 1989
Coachwork: 1853FC International/Navistar
Chassis: 35' Retired Air Force Ambulance
Engine: DT466, MT643
Rated Cap: 6 souls and a driver
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Quote:
Originally Posted by EastCoastCB
Hawaii would be an amazing location were it not for the logistics!
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Bruddah Iz!!!
I forgot about him. Beautiful person
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01-14-2017, 09:36 AM
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#191
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Bus Geek
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Eustis FLORIDA
Posts: 23,764
Year: 1999
Coachwork: Thomas
Chassis: Freighliner FS65
Engine: Cat 3126
Rated Cap: 15
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Yep, totally.
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01-14-2017, 09:49 AM
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#192
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Bus Crazy
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Colorado
Posts: 2,359
Year: 1993
Coachwork: bluebird
Engine: 5.9 Cummins, Allison AT1545
Rated Cap: 2
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i think Colorado is a great choice! i be happy to facilitate a mountain get together or even a work party at my small acreage out on the eastern plains.
i am super jealous of the other get togethers in tx and az, and i should have been to both. hope y'all are having a great time @ quartzite!!
where are the pics?
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01-14-2017, 10:02 AM
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#193
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Bus Geek
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Eustis FLORIDA
Posts: 23,764
Year: 1999
Coachwork: Thomas
Chassis: Freighliner FS65
Engine: Cat 3126
Rated Cap: 15
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01-14-2017, 11:04 AM
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#194
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Brazoria County, Texas
Posts: 819
Year: 1997
Coachwork: Carpenter
Chassis: International
Engine: T444E
Rated Cap: 32 Passenger
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Quote:
Originally Posted by EastCoastCB
Colorado has lots of wide open spaces that would be perfect for a large gathering, as well.
Maybe just have a big one in a new location every year or so?
Hawaii would be an amazing location were it not for the logistics!
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I don't think you could get more wide open than TEXAS !!!!! Lol..... just sayin'
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01-14-2017, 02:52 PM
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#195
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Mini-Skoolie
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Chino Valley AZ
Posts: 15
Year: 1991
Chassis: Bluebird
Engine: 8.3 L Cummins
Rated Cap: 84 passenger
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I am so disappointed you did not come to Quartzite. I was hoping to learn from you. Worst news of the trip.
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01-16-2017, 06:45 PM
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#196
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Bus Nut
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Minnesota
Posts: 502
Year: 92
Coachwork: Thomas Built
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: DTA360 5.9L
Rated Cap: 77
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they're having so much fun out there, they don't even have time to post pics for us...bummer.
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01-16-2017, 07:32 PM
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#197
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Montana/Texas
Posts: 682
Year: 1998
Coachwork: Crown by Carpenter
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: 230 HP DT 466e/MT 643!
Rated Cap: 16
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As soon as I can get my laptop out and upload some pics to photobucket, I have some great shots. This has been soooo much fun!!
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01-17-2017, 06:52 AM
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#198
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Mini-Skoolie
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Chino Valley AZ
Posts: 15
Year: 1991
Chassis: Bluebird
Engine: 8.3 L Cummins
Rated Cap: 84 passenger
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BurlKing
they're having so much fun out there, they don't even have time to post pics for us...bummer.
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There was no fun being had while I was there. Not that anyone would remember anyway. Too cold and dreary.
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01-17-2017, 04:06 PM
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#199
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Bus Nut
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Montana/Texas
Posts: 682
Year: 1998
Coachwork: Crown by Carpenter
Chassis: International 3800
Engine: 230 HP DT 466e/MT 643!
Rated Cap: 16
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Skooliepalooza pics!
At long last!! Here are some pics from the Inaugural Skooliepalooza 2017!
Here's a couple Panoramas I took:
This has been such a great time and we have meet sooo many cool people and seen some really nice setups.
A great time had by all and can't wait for the next meetup.
Here's another one - Photobucket is being wonky, so I'll post more later!
John & Beeks
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01-17-2017, 05:14 PM
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#200
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Skoolie
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Las Vegas
Posts: 238
Year: 1998
Chassis: VanHool T945
Engine: Cummins M11
Rated Cap: 47,000
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We had a blast in the Offgr1d bus! The people and all the skoolies were amazing. I'm really bummed we had to leave so early- my dad took pictures so as soon as I get them we will post. This was the first (boondocking) trip I have done with the bus so using the solar, cooking and all the normal stuff was one big test for us.. everything worked great! Hot Showers everyday, good food, relaxing with some music in the bus and giving LOTS of tours... Kinda strange as as I'm not near done - but it seems that most could see my direction and style.. so many ideas around these awesome people and buses. Can't wait for the next!
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