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Originally Posted by Cilina
My husband and I joined skoolie about a month ago. We were looking at a school bus from my district. We now have the opportunity to purchase a different bus. It is a 1990 International Eaton Fuller 5-speed with reverse,A navastar DT466c with air brakes. Has about 160,000 miles on her. I need to know the pros and cons of this bus in your opinions. SO go let me know what you think
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An Eaton Fuller 5-speed *WITH REVERSE*? Oh No! Whoever would want a reverse?
All kidding aside, it sounds like an excellent drivetrain. I have long believed the DT466 can be a million mile engine if properly cared for. They don't like being overheated but can be rebuilt in-frame if needed. Very common engine and parts are widely available.
Pros: DT466 engine. 5-speed manual transmission (some might see this as a con, YMMV). Air brakes (again, some might see this as a con).
Cons: Unknown interior height (irrelevant if you plan on a roof raise anyway). Unknown rust condition. Unknown rear-axle gear ratio (a low ratio [higher numerically] will limit your top speed. A gear swap can be done for somewhere between $1000-1500 if you do it yourself).