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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
10-12-2018, 10:32 AM
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'00 GMC Cutaway & '03 E350 Shuttle in MD
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It runs and drives well... had it up to 50+. It...
It runs and drives well... had it up to 50+. It needs U-joints, brake work, some exhaust work and new tires... small chip in windshield. Otherwise solid as far as I could tell. :thumb:
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
10-11-2018, 04:29 PM
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'00 GMC Cutaway & '03 E350 Shuttle in MD
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jumper.cables
'00 GMC Cutaway & '03 E350 Shuttle in MD
If anyone is interested in either of these, feel free to PM me. I saw them both in person and can advise.
https://baltimore.craigslist.org/ctd/d/2000-gmc-savana-cutaway-bus/6700317096.html
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Titles, Insurance, Registration and Money Matters
09-28-2018, 04:36 PM
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First Post:How to Take Possesion?
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jumper.cables
Personally, whenever buying any motor vehicle, I...
Personally, whenever buying any motor vehicle, I recommend always having a friend drive behind you and follow you home... just in case. :thumb:
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
09-27-2018, 03:08 PM
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7 Window, Tall Roof, Mechanical 5.9 Cummins
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jumper.cables
A great start for somebody! Good luck! :thumb:
A great start for somebody! Good luck! :thumb:
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
09-26-2018, 02:11 PM
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7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
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Right. I didn't insist on cold starts when I...
Right. I didn't insist on cold starts when I drove them, but I know I should have. They both ran great at idle, low speeds, and ~55mph. The 7.3 had no tags, so highway driving was out. I didn't see...
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
09-26-2018, 01:36 PM
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7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
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jumper.cables
Thanks. The 6.5L has a spotless Carfax slip and...
Thanks. The 6.5L has a spotless Carfax slip and came from a private $chool, but nothing on the 7.3... just the seller's word that it was used to bus patients back and forth from clinics. My cynical...
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
09-26-2018, 01:34 PM
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Selling my 1/2 Done International DT466 Bus Conversion Project
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jumper.cables
Do you mind sharing the selling price? Thanks.
Do you mind sharing the selling price? Thanks.
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New Member Intros - Say Hello!
09-26-2018, 01:27 PM
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New skoolie in Austin!
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jumper.cables
Welcome HappyLittleWeirdo!
Welcome HappyLittleWeirdo!
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
09-26-2018, 09:08 AM
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7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
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jumper.cables
Thanks, Mr4btTahoe. I also read a ton about...
Thanks, Mr4btTahoe. I also read a ton about "bullet-proofing" both of these engines. Is that necessary off the bat, or only if issues start? It will be driven quite often and I'm big on preventative...
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
09-26-2018, 07:15 AM
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7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
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jumper.cables
Thanks for the input! The 7.3L is a fiberglass...
Thanks for the input! The 7.3L is a fiberglass shuttle bus, which I'm noticing lots of folks avoid. Is that just because metal bus bodies are easier to work with/modify (welding, etc.)?
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
09-25-2018, 12:18 PM
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7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
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jumper.cables
Thanks. Not that I'm in a position to do so at...
Thanks. Not that I'm in a position to do so at the moment, but could some creative engine/trans swapping create what you describe for a short skoolie?
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
09-25-2018, 11:46 AM
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7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
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jumper.cables
Thanks, Christopher! :thumb:
Thanks, Christopher! :thumb:
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Mechanical and Drivetrains
09-25-2018, 08:04 AM
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7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
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jumper.cables
7.3/4R100 vs. 6.5/4L80E... your choice?
And the contenders are:
2003 Ford E350 Shuttle Bus - 7.3 Diesel / 4R100 - 169K Miles
2000 GMC Savana Cutaway Bus - GMC 6.5L / 4L80E - 57K
Both are in good shape with no driving issues or odd...
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
09-21-2018, 02:18 PM
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Skoolie looking for new owners
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jumper.cables
Pictures please!
Pictures please!
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
09-19-2018, 02:49 PM
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1999 E450 Conversion -Sluggo
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jumper.cables
Nice build!
Nice build!
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
09-17-2018, 09:55 PM
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1994 Blue Bird Mini Bird
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jumper.cables
Which specific engine and transmission does it...
Which specific engine and transmission does it have? Thanks.
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
09-17-2018, 09:41 PM
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1997 GMC collins 6.5 diesel short preschool bus
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jumper.cables
Please attach some photos. Thanks!
Please attach some photos. Thanks!
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
09-16-2018, 10:16 AM
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1997 GMC collins 6.5 diesel short preschool bus
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jumper.cables
Where specifically in Indiana is it? Thanks.
Where specifically in Indiana is it? Thanks.
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Conversion General Discussions
09-07-2018, 07:50 PM
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Non-dually?
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jumper.cables
Gotcha, thanks! What's involved with converting...
Gotcha, thanks! What's involved with converting one to the other? Relatively "easy"?
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Conversion General Discussions
09-05-2018, 04:05 PM
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Non-dually?
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jumper.cables
Non-dually?
What is the technical term to describe buses that do not have dual rear wheels? Is it just "non-dually"? Thanks!
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08-12-2018, 11:26 AM
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Non-affiliated buses for sale - thread
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jumper.cables
Short Bus in VA - $9500 (Alexandria)
This one also seems like too much. Thoughts?
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/d/short-bus-ready-for-conversion/6657800528.html
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
08-02-2018, 11:30 AM
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Non-affiliated buses for sale - thread
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jumper.cables
Bluebird Shorty in Asheville, TN
https://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/d/98-international-bluebird/6659382558.html
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Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap
08-02-2018, 09:49 AM
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Non-affiliated buses for sale - thread
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jumper.cables
Too much?
Is it just me, or are they asking way too much for this bus (https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/rvs/d/short-bus-ready-for-conversion/6657800297.html)?!
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New Member Intros - Say Hello!
07-30-2018, 09:35 PM
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Looking for a shorty...
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jumper.cables
Looking for a shorty...
8-) Hi ya'll... newbie here, currently in the market for a Type A short bus (Ford 7.3). Give me a holler if you know of something. I'm in MD at the moment and possibly traveling to Austin next week...
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