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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-27-2020, 06:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
Ugh. Upside down. That’s about how my day went...

Ugh. Upside down. That’s about how my day went today. Lol
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-27-2020, 06:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
The towing didn’t happen as planned. Wrecker had...

The towing didn’t happen as planned. Wrecker had a cracked weld and had to abort.
He will return Monday after he repairs his rig.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-24-2020, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
Update. I found a tow for $350 flat rate and...

Update.
I found a tow for $350 flat rate and an entire rebuilt long block for $2095.
That will put me around $3500 for a bus with new tires and engine. That seems like a good start.
...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2020, 11:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
Thanks. We all need a little reassurance at...

Thanks.

We all need a little reassurance at times.

I’m a retired audio/electronic engineer that has built two houses and restored two historic homes. As well as built a Porsche 914 with a...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2020, 10:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
I’m sure the seller wasn’t clueless. I offered a...

I’m sure the seller wasn’t clueless. I offered a fair price knowing it was not running and they counter offered. The only reason I paid the amount was because I know the music industry is...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2020, 09:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
Sellers memory was definitely faulty. He’s a...

Sellers memory was definitely faulty. He’s a well known musician here. He and his sister seem to have the same mental issue.
I work in the industry and I’ll let folks know about his failing...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2020, 07:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
It’s name is Reese. I named it after my junior...

It’s name is Reese. I named it after my junior high bus driver James Reese.
We gave that man hell and he hung in there. I hope this bus is half as tough and reliable as James Reese was.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2020, 06:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
I called around today and the old tall deck 366...

I called around today and the old tall deck 366 and 427 motors are getting scarce around here.
I’m patient. Something will turn up eventually.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2020, 06:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
Rust! I had an idea it might be stuck so,...

Rust!

I had an idea it might be stuck so, was planning on soaking the cylinders down and try to break it loose.
After seeing this first plug I didn’t have any hopes.
I have no clue how it...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2020, 04:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
It looks like I need a 366 engine. This one is...

It looks like I need a 366 engine. This one is stuck.
I’ll eventually pull the heads and try to do an inframe rebuild.
Meanwhile, I’m planing the floor plan.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-21-2020, 02:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,575
Posted By danielm
1988 Thomas B60

I am looking at a ‘88 Chevy 40’ bus to convert.
It appears to be in decent shape, very good tires and body. It’s an auto transmission with air brakes and a big block. I’m not sure if it’s a 366...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-15-2010, 10:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,839
Posted By danielm
Re: Brushing Oil Based Paint

Bull.....tell me, how many years can I expect my paint to shine?

Smitty[/quote]

Hopefully longer than your interest in it.

Both tractors I painted faded within three years. A yellow and...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-15-2010, 04:25 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 63,929
Posted By danielm
Re: What kind of fuel are you using?

Heat.

Maybe some #2 diesel also depending on how cold it is.

I've run an old cummins 6bt for 300K miles on wvo, Mecedes 617s on wvo for many thousands of miles. The key is good filtration...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 07-15-2010, 01:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,224
Posted By danielm
Re: Insurance in Texas

Before I make a purchase I've been researching registration and insurance for a converted bus in Texas. I just spoke with my insurance agent and she gave me a qoute of $96 for six months of...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-15-2010, 07:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,839
Posted By danielm
Re: Brushing Oil Based Paint

I can't imagine painting a bus with a brush or roller. I used a cheap airless to paint my tractor a few years ago. Using a hardner helps with laying down a good coat without runs. Be sure to use a...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-14-2010, 04:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,213
Posted By danielm
Re: Converted Weights ?

They all seem to be after revenue these days. We got the midnight parking ticket "blitz attack" here in theis North Texas town a few months ago. Been parking in the same place for years. Next...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-14-2010, 02:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,948
Posted By danielm
Re: 6 Volt Batteries...

Usually shipping costs more then the batteries... also, when I clicked purchase now, it said the vendor is not set-up to receive money... :shock:[/quote]

Roadtrip. :D
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-14-2010, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,948
Posted By danielm
Re: 6 Volt Batteries...

Try to compare the weight of the two. Battery AH claims are all over the place but, weight is pretty much an indication of the internal plate size. If they weigh the same, go for the cheaper one.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-14-2010, 09:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,311
Posted By danielm
Re: Interior Framing , Walls and Seats

Do bus chassis flex much? I'm just wondering if the framing may loosen up over time.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-14-2010, 09:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,213
Posted By danielm
Re: Converted Weights ?

Imagine a bus load of that... stressful enough driving one empty.

I checked with the local dmv office regarding licensing a bus as a RV. They tell me I need to get the converted weight. Bus...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-13-2010, 08:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,213
Posted By danielm
Converted Weights ?

I'm wondering what everyone's convered weight is. Surely it's less than a full passenger load.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-12-2010, 01:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,761
Posted By danielm
Re: Newbie questions

I don't think this one would ever hit the governor unless it was a down hill run. I'd be happy with 65 mph if it would get there in a reasonable amount of time.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-12-2010, 01:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,761
Posted By danielm
Re: Newbie questions

Yea, I would have thought the 5.9 would do much better. I have the 5.9 in my old '92 1 ton with nearly 400k miles and have no problems towing my heavy tractor up to speed.
The #1 bus engine was...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-12-2010, 08:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,761
Posted By danielm
Newbie questions

I found two Carpenter '92 Ford 71 passenger cummins 5.9 three speed auto buses for sale locally. Price is within my budget of around $2200 so I went and had a look, test drive yesterday.
Both had...
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