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Originally Posted by MaryEMT1
I am looking for a 30-33' if any body has got ideas of where they are selling this size.
Also what do yall think about a 5.9 in a 30 ft ? Ive heard its not gunna have enouph power and will burn out pulling that weight?
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We have a 37' Thomas Freightliner Dog-Nose, with a 5.9 Cummins, and while not an expert, I would agree with others, not sure why its considered a bad engine. If you dont exceed the GVWR weight with your build, then it will pull your bus just as it did with all the seats and a bunch of kids in it. I think the transmission plays a big role in aiding the engine, and so would want a stronger one - a Alison 645 or 2000 or 3000. Not a 545. Ours is a 2000.
I am not an expert, but am repeating what I've heard from experts
Re size - 30-33' seems to be the ideal for most people and very hard to find! We searched the entire country for many weeks, and finally settled on a longer bus because we just couldnt find a 30-ish' that was also in good shape (no rust, good mechanics, good tires, decent mileage etc). We purchased ours from A Bus Sales in Florida, owner is Art Avery.
Good luck!