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Old 04-24-2018, 12:16 PM   #21
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Check the block casting number, too: if it's a "53" you will likely get a crack in the block (too thin). Cummins' Fatal Flaws - Diesel Power Magazine

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Old 04-24-2018, 12:52 PM   #22
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Check the block casting number, too: if it's a "53" you will likely get a crack in the block (too thin). Cummins' Fatal Flaws - Diesel Power Magazine
I think "likely" is an extreme use of the word here. Possibly, yes. Likely makes me think it will happen more often than not, and that's just not the case.
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Old 04-24-2018, 02:35 PM   #23
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I think "likely" is an extreme use of the word here. Possibly, yes. Likely makes me think it will happen more often than not, and that's just not the case.
the block of a 5.9 will "crack" when you make a 2000 HP out of it
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Old 04-24-2018, 03:29 PM   #24
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the block of a 5.9 will "crack" when you make a 2000 HP out of it
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Didn't think that the buyer was going to modify it to 2000hp.
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Old 04-24-2018, 04:45 PM   #25
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So I think I got it.....

I got something saying second chance place minimum bid and automatically win item

It's at my original price 2110 plus fee

Does this mean I now have a bus?
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Old 04-24-2018, 04:56 PM   #26
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I've got 4 more hours at work, I'll figure out how I'm gonna get her home after that. Thoughts are appreciated

No CDL no time to reregister as rv 13+ hours from home, sound like an adventure
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Old 04-24-2018, 06:02 PM   #27
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So I think I got it.....

I got something saying second chance place minimum bid and automatically win item

It's at my original price 2110 plus fee

Does this mean I now have a bus?
You're lucky I was mowing... I was gonna throw a bid at it at the last minute but missed out!
Congrats!
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Old 04-24-2018, 06:12 PM   #28
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So I think I got it.....

I got something saying second chance place minimum bid and automatically win item

It's at my original price 2110 plus fee

Does this mean I now have a bus?
Call them. You might have to place another bid at the next minimum increment up.
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Old 04-24-2018, 06:17 PM   #29
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that will happen sometimes if they want you to bid at the reserve price.. you'll see the minimum bid required... it can also happen if the high bidder told them they didnt want the bus.. the bid will go back to next minimum increment and if you bid that in a certain amount of time you get it...

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Old 04-24-2018, 06:23 PM   #30
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The bid says min 2110 I was the high bidder all the way
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Old 05-07-2018, 09:25 AM   #31
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Well bus is paid for I'm here to pick it up! I don't have to worry about the 53 because it has a cat in it.
Can't get it started with new batteries, no power at the key, I can turn the lights on
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Old 05-07-2018, 09:29 AM   #32
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Oh this thing is nicer than expected, dirty but nice.
No rust two AC units(hope they work) tires are good comes with permanent sc plates on it, has through side to side compartments under
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Old 05-07-2018, 09:44 AM   #33
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Well bus is paid for I'm here to pick it up! I don't have to worry about the 53 because it has a cat in it.
Can't get it started with new batteries, no power at the key, I can turn the lights on
First thing to try is make sure all the exit windows and doors are firmly shut.
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Old 05-07-2018, 09:51 AM   #34
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First thing to try is make sure all the exit windows and doors are firmly shut.

Tried that first, I'm outta ideas
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Old 05-07-2018, 09:53 AM   #35
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Make sure trans in in Neutral?

And if its got the Vandal Lock setup and the exits/doors are locked the bus won't start.
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Old 05-07-2018, 09:54 AM   #36
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When you turn the key do you hear any solenoids?
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Old 05-07-2018, 10:21 AM   #37
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Nope nothing
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Old 05-07-2018, 10:31 AM   #38
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Is there no one who can offer any assistance at the bus yard or wherever you're picking it up from?
Was it advertised as running?
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Old 05-07-2018, 10:39 AM   #39
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Advertised as runs with a boost, called a mechanic got dash power air alarm comes on push button trans doesn't light up
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Advertised as runs with a boost, called a mechanic got dash power air alarm comes on push button trans doesn't light up
Well if its not as advertised I'd be in the office letting them know!
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