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Old 01-13-2019, 10:46 PM   #1
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International "Shorty" Bus Conversion For Sale

1998 International Harvester Shorty School Bus RV Conversion for sale. This school bus is a rare 24 foot "Shorty" length for easier handling, parking and higher gas mileage. Brand new tires, new solar system and new deep cycle marine batteries with receipts. Lovingly converted this year with new solar panels, insulation, pine floors, shower with propane hot water system, bed platform, storage and kitchenette. A Biolet composting toilet with venting has been installed in a privacy closet area. This bus also has both air brakes and regular hydraulic brakes, which eliminates the need for additional licensing in some states. My brother planned to take this across the country, but has developed a severe medical problem, so I am selling it for him. Previously used by a school district with legally mandated regular inspections and maintenance. Strong diesel engine with 212k miles was inspected by a diesel mechanic with no issues uncovered. Mechanic did find a brake problem, which was repaired and can provide receipts. Registered in Oregon as an RV with brand new tags this June. A great, strong running, self sufficient rig for the right person. Might be willing to deliver depending on when and how far away. Currently garaged in Oregon.
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Old 01-14-2019, 01:04 AM   #2
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Old 01-14-2019, 09:50 AM   #3
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Both hydraulic and air brakes?

Sir, you have an extremely rare bus. You may want to consider keeping it?
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Old 01-14-2019, 10:16 AM   #4
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Both hydraulic and air brakes?

Sir, you have an extremely rare bus. You may want to consider keeping it?
Maybe its hydraulic with an air parking brake. My 98 AmTran was like that.
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Old 01-14-2019, 11:17 AM   #5
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Do you have a price point and maybe some more pics of the interior?
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Old 01-14-2019, 11:31 AM   #6
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Sorry to hear about your brother, best wishes to him and good luck with your sale. You might consider adding some detail to the ad though, it's nearly useless as it is.
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Old 01-14-2019, 11:38 AM   #7
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Bets on whether we see a second post from that poster?
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Old 01-14-2019, 11:43 AM   #8
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I must be getting old and cranky.....

The "hit and run" for sale ads from New members with 1 or 2 posts bug me a little bit.

Anyone else grumpy this morning ?
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Old 01-14-2019, 11:46 AM   #9
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Anyone else grumpy this morning ?
It's solidly in the afternoon here so I've chased most of the grumpiness away with coffee. But yeah I think as a forum with almost 0 emphasis on classified ads there should be a minimum post threshold before you're able to post in here.
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Old 01-14-2019, 12:13 PM   #10
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air parking brake or "air over hydraulic". (why?) is another possibility.. never understood why air over hydraulic brakes were every created.. but they were..



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Old 01-14-2019, 12:37 PM   #11
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air parking brake or "air over hydraulic". (why?) is another possibility.. never understood why air over hydraulic brakes were every created.. but they were..



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You get the feel of hydraulic brakes with the satisfying sound of air brakes when you park it.
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Old 01-14-2019, 01:13 PM   #12
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Yeah,

I thought the "both air and hydraulic brakes " to be a bit off in the weeds.

Price? Engine? Transmission? Interior pics?
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Old 01-14-2019, 01:46 PM   #13
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Having been around the block a few times, I can answer all those questions for you Steve!

Price: Best reasonable offer, no low ballers!
Engine: Diesel
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Interior Pics: Yes I do.
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Old 01-14-2019, 03:26 PM   #14
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Having been around the block a few times, I can answer all those questions for you Steve!

Price: Best reasonable offer, no low ballers!
Engine: Diesel
Transmission: Allison Automatic
Interior Pics: Yes I do.
Thank you Josh!

I am now completely enlightened... No need for OP to respond....
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Old 01-14-2019, 03:28 PM   #15
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and of course we cant forget:
"district took real good care of bus and mechanic says its perfect"
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Old 01-19-2019, 12:36 AM   #16
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Looking at your bus for sale. Sorry you find it a need to sell.
Engine size and brand?
Transmission?

Price?

Where in Ore?
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Old 01-19-2019, 05:09 PM   #17
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I don’t know why you would post for sale in here anyway. We know the value of a conversion is never close to asking prices.
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Old 01-22-2019, 05:49 AM   #18
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/Shorty-Scho...7vF:rk:71:pf:0

There is an ebay listing for it.
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Old 01-22-2019, 09:40 AM   #19
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I needed a good chuckle. Thanks for posting the link!
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Old 01-22-2019, 10:16 AM   #20
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I don’t know why you would post for sale in here anyway. We know the value of a conversion is never close to asking prices.
We know, but people trying to get into the lifestyle may come here to look for a purchase. We know the value of a conversion if we have all the skills to accomplish it. many who want to live this way may not have the time/skills/tools needed to build one. they come here looking. Hopefully there are many people who view this site that are not active members. We have members who recently paid $8K & 9K for starters, some of us know that's pretty high.
But this example is certainly out there.
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