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Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 12-06-2020, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,727
Posted By Firefly
This bus is still for sale and available

I just want to let you know that the transmission in my bus has been ID'd as a AT545, a four speed, and the above member has passed on consideration of it so it's still on the market. I do have much...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 12-02-2020, 01:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,727
Posted By Firefly
Bus is under pending purchase

I'll let y'all know if status changes. :dance:
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 11-26-2020, 11:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,727
Posted By Firefly
Talking 1994 BLUE BIRD TC2000 35' BUS for sale in TX

1994 BLUE BIRD TC2000 35' BUS for sale (in Rockdale, TX 76567). 78,000 actual miles. Starts, runs and drives well. 60-65MPH. No rust at all, body straight, rear engine, Cummins 5.9 turbo engine, 5...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 01-16-2019, 09:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,062
Posted By Firefly
Brain surgery has had me off the project for a...

Brain surgery has had me off the project for a while, but all of the particulars of this problem are the same. Started it this week, same ol' problems. I'd like to know a hint of the problem as me...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 06-02-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,062
Posted By Firefly
I just had it running again and I don't hear air...

I just had it running again and I don't hear air flowing in anyway, either behind the dash or through the brakes when running. I did drain the tanks and they had very little, if any moisture. The...
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 06-01-2018, 10:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,062
Posted By Firefly
Both emergency and service pressures were up to...

Both emergency and service pressures were up to normal (110-120 psi).
I have not drained the tanks yet as it was getting dark.
Forum: Everything Else | General Skoolie Discussions 06-01-2018, 09:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,062
Posted By Firefly
Air brake problems

I have a 94 Bluebird rear engine with airbrakes. I hadn't run it for some time and just started it up and let it idle. So far, so good. Then I checked the transmission, or tried to, and the air...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-17-2014, 05:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,492
Posted By Firefly
Re: I need an awning expert!

Thanks for the advice and the links. Busy day and I haven't been out to look at the awning yet, but the legs indicate they are 8000,8500, 9000 series. I'll check out those links. Thanks again!
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-15-2014, 10:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,492
Posted By Firefly
I need an awning expert!

I just got what I think is a deal (50 bucks) on a 15' A&E armored awning. Here are some questions:
The shafts that protrude on each end seem to be bent. In looking at how these torsion assemblies...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-09-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 33,328
Posted By Firefly
Re: Fortifiying Your Bus Against Intruders Or Attack?

I carry a raspberry LCP. I figure it'll give me a second or two more while the perp wonders "WTF?"
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-07-2014, 08:35 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 33,328
Posted By Firefly
Re: Fortifiying Your Bus Against Intruders Or Attack?

Not sure what that is. Looks like something you might stare at after dropping acid.[/quote]

That be Eugene Stoner's baby. Is that really the color though? :D
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-07-2014, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,468
Posted By Firefly
Re: Bypassed muffler on 5.9 turbo Cummins

Thanks Bansil!
Got some other questions that I'll be bringing up as this goes along. One is what powers the hydraulic fan on the side (It's a RE.) By this I mean is it powered by motor oil or a...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 09-06-2014, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,468
Posted By Firefly
Bypassed muffler on 5.9 turbo Cummins

Finally got a good look under my Blue Bird TC2000 and discovered at some point in the past someone had bypassed the muffler on my 5.9 turbo Cummins. I have about 150 miles that I've driven and there...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 09-05-2014, 08:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,637
Posted By Firefly
Re: colorado auction

I went to that auction several times when I lived up there, even once when I didn't. Bought a 10KW Onan there once. That last time I went they were selling these HUGE airport shuttle buses that were...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 07-18-2014, 02:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,192
Posted By Firefly
Re: I need some thoughts on Air Conditioning

If you don't own the tools to do the job this is good advise. :D[/quote]

I do have the tools and have a big can of do it yourself Freon that I'll put into it to see if it'll kick on. Of course...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 07-14-2014, 09:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,192
Posted By Firefly
Re: I need some thoughts on Air Conditioning

Thanks everyone for your input. Keep the feedback coming. You're helping me make up my mind towards getting rid of the system, but I don't want to end up hearing some particularly sage advice AFTER...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 07-12-2014, 06:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,192
Posted By Firefly
Re: I need some thoughts on Air Conditioning

My road a/c's are not unlike a car's and the compressors are not much bigger either. The bus is out at the farm so I'll have to take a look at where the recharge fittings are. It does not require any...
Forum: Coach Conversion Projects 07-11-2014, 11:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 34,227
Posted By Firefly
Re: 1996 Bluebird Conversion

These batteries are perfect for your bus. They are AGM type lead-acid batteries with a design life of ten years in backup service. They will not freeze as long as there is a charge in them, and they...
Forum: Mechanical and Drivetrains 07-11-2014, 10:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,192
Posted By Firefly
I need some thoughts on Air Conditioning

I bought a 94 Blue Bird 35' activity bus and it is in great condition, 77k, just a beautiful bus all around. I do seem to have an over abundance of A/C on it though. It has three rooftop a/c units...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 06-06-2014, 09:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,292
Posted By Firefly
Re: HELP! I need TX insurance to get my new bus home!

He had it insured with State Farm too, and it wasn't commercial. I think it really depends on getting an agent who'll work for you. Did the bus you saw look like this?
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 06-05-2014, 12:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,292
Posted By Firefly
Re: HELP! I need TX insurance to get my new bus home!

Thanks for the help Bapos. I did get the insurance from a State Farm agent. It's currently still registered as a private bus and it was $167 for 6 months, about the same as my car. She will also have...
Forum: Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters 05-13-2014, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,292
Posted By Firefly
HELP! I need TX insurance to get my new bus home!

My bus (to be) is a '94 Bluebird Church type bus with only 77k on the odo. It's currently registered as a private bus and will be switched to MV as soon as I register it (I'm in Texas). Problem is...
Forum: Coach Conversion Projects 05-01-2014, 12:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 34,227
Posted By Firefly
Re: 1996 Bluebird Conversion

These batteries are perfect for your bus. They are AGM type lead-acid batteries with a design life of ten years in backup service. They will not freeze as long as there is a charge in them, and they...
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