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Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 05-23-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 6,481
Views: 892,746
Posted By Kinson
Is it sold? Otherwise I think your link is broken.

Is it sold? Otherwise I think your link is broken.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2022, 02:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
Yea I was thinking around a 4.44 or a little...

Yea I was thinking around a 4.44 or a little lower for the top speed and mpg increase. This will make the granny gear a little more useable right?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2022, 01:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
I thought they were 11R22.5's and just confirmed....

I thought they were 11R22.5's and just confirmed. So my only options are rear end swap or see if removing the governor will add enough speed. I don't think it was over 2450rpm during the trip so...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-23-2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
Yea I'm not sure about a raise. I am a big guy...

Yea I'm not sure about a raise. I am a big guy and can currently stand in the center aisle only with the high roof. I'll have to think about it a bit before I decide. I appreciate the tips.

I...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-11-2022, 07:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
Sorry been a little busy. I'm an hour north of...

Sorry been a little busy. I'm an hour north of Pittsburgh.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-09-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
Got her home with no issues. Time to get myself...

Got her home with no issues. Time to get myself back into the loop.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-08-2022, 03:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
I asked specifically about the miles and they...

I asked specifically about the miles and they confirmed they were accurate. They also said the maintenance records are inside the bus, so I will confirm when I see them. They are topping off fluids...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-07-2022, 09:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
I bought it already at $3k plus fees. The sister...

I bought it already at $3k plus fees. The sister bus went for half, but it had double the miles and a few oil leaks I believe. Seems like an ok trade-off.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 06-07-2022, 07:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kinson
New purchase advice

Hey fellas! Let's try this again with round two. It is not exactly what I had my heart set on, but it may just work out. Did I find a decent one? Did I mess up big-time? Please let me know any...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 09-02-2021, 05:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,033
Posted By Kinson
Interested! :Thanx:

Interested! :Thanx:
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-30-2019, 02:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,137
Posted By Kinson
I believe you're right about fleet mechanics as...

I believe you're right about fleet mechanics as far as I know. It would be nice to have access to those services/experience if you're an owner of one of these city buses. This would be a good start.
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 12-30-2019, 02:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,137
Posted By Kinson
Do you enjoy giving me bus PTSD? JkJk It...

Do you enjoy giving me bus PTSD? JkJk

It seemed as if the first shop didn't even want to touch the bus and didn't have the proper equipment/cables. The second shop had the same issue with their...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 06-21-2019, 05:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,113
Posted By Kinson
Hey there! Any DT466 built after 1994 will be...

Hey there! Any DT466 built after 1994 will be electronic. The cutoff year varies with each engine. 2004 was also the year that emissions equipment was added(Egr, different turbo/injection system)....
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 06-16-2019, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 864
Posted By Kinson
Welcome to the madness! There are a few fellow...

Welcome to the madness! There are a few fellow PA members and a bunch within a state or two. I plan on full-timing as well, but who knows how long it will take!(snags) When you get time, throw...
Forum: Coach Conversion Projects 04-27-2019, 10:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,757
Posted By Kinson
Even though you aren't bidding, I would heed...

Even though you aren't bidding, I would heed Steve's advice about Voiths. I am the unfortunate soul he speaks of. :cry: I don't think Voiths are more prone to issues, just hard to find someone...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-23-2019, 03:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,384
Posted By Kinson
It is often best to buy the equipment you want...

It is often best to buy the equipment you want instead of modifying what you settle for. Any type of modifying, if possible, would require some bills. There is plenty of info answering a couple of...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 04-18-2019, 11:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,015
Posted By Kinson
You can fill out the "About Me" tab in your...

You can fill out the "About Me" tab in your profile with location and bus info. It would come in handy for any future questions. Do you offer free samples? :D
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-12-2019, 09:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 675
Posted By Kinson
Last Minute Opinions Rust Belt

Hey all! This is a little last minute, but I figured I would take a shot in the dark to see what input was offered. I checked out a few buses semi-local to me today. They are in a live auction...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-10-2019, 11:25 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 15,785
Posted By Kinson
I don't have any heavy duty Jack's yet. When I...

I don't have any heavy duty Jack's yet. When I was thinking about getting under the Viking, I was going to dig or make ramps to drive onto. Also, there was an iffy moment during the tow. When they...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-10-2019, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,582
Posted By Kinson
I'm curious, do you mean your outside front door?...

I'm curious, do you mean your outside front door? I was thinking about using a glass door and wall to separate the living space from the driver's area. It was just a thought, but the outside door...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 04-09-2019, 06:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 15,785
Posted By Kinson
Holy question marks Batman!

Holy question marks Batman!
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 04-04-2019, 01:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,304
Posted By Kinson
Sounds like my WA adventure. It was all sooo...

Sounds like my WA adventure. It was all sooo unnecessary. :cry:
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 04-04-2019, 11:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,304
Posted By Kinson
Yea I'd demand my money back and a relist. I'm...

Yea I'd demand my money back and a relist. I'm pretty sure they were asked about the transmission model and they didn't even disclose the trouble.
Forum: Cummins Drivetrain 04-03-2019, 08:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,304
Posted By Kinson
I was watching the early 90's 8.3 until they...

I was watching the early 90's 8.3 until they finally decided to disclose the broken transmission. It was only after a few questions, so that tells you what kind of sellers they are.
Forum: Coach Conversion Projects 04-02-2019, 01:17 PM
Replies: 455
Views: 260,763
Posted By Kinson
My thoughts exactly... Drooool....

My thoughts exactly... Drooool....
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