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Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-18-2020, 12:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 34,852
Posted By BartStephens
Wow. I am reading myself bananas on this subject....

Wow. I am reading myself bananas on this subject. I am going to do a comparison test.

QUESTION:
Setting aside elastomeric,...just PLAIN WHITE PAINT,...do any of you have a recommendation? Brand?...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 08-18-2020, 11:56 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 34,852
Posted By BartStephens
I understand the studies linked are on buildings...

I understand the studies linked are on buildings not a school bus but an 87F drop is still significant.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-48395221...
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 08-14-2020, 06:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,030
Posted By BartStephens
Great info. Very helpful. Thanks

Great info. Very helpful. Thanks
Forum: Electrical, Charging and Solar 07-26-2020, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,030
Posted By BartStephens
Help: Thomas Wiring Labels?

I am trying to identify him and remove in active, old wiring from my 2009 Thomas. Primarily this would relate to old audio system, cameras, Lighting monitor, PA, strobe, stop sign, etc. I just don’t...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-25-2019, 03:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,318
Posted By BartStephens
Thanks o1marc, So,...a question. Comparing two...

Thanks o1marc,
So,...a question. Comparing two CB antenna setups. All else being equal:

One is mounted on side or mirrors. Maybe 3’ long, but only extends 18” above roof.

Other setup is...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-25-2019, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,318
Posted By BartStephens
FM Radio Antennae Placement

My new (used) bus has no FM antennae.

Where are they typically mounted on a FE bus?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-25-2019, 12:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,096
Posted By BartStephens
CB Radio Antennae Placement???

Greetings Earthlings!

I know there is some science, adjustment, and tuning behind antennae placement. Got it. I will get right with this.

But can anyone cut to the chase and give me a hint or...
Forum: Skoolie Conversion Projects 05-25-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 838
Posted By BartStephens
Birmingham, AL 2009 Thomas 28’ FE Cummins 6.7L

New project. No name yet. Family of 5 converting a camping adventure vehicle. Currently driving Tampa>Birmingham. Big thanks to Greg(s) and Betty at BGA Sales in Hudson, FL. They were excellent to...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 08-12-2018, 06:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,025
Posted By BartStephens
Great score! You know total length? Bumper to...

Great score! You know total length? Bumper to bumper?
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-30-2018, 09:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,025
Posted By BartStephens
Wait, that actually looks like a front engine bus.

Wait, that actually looks like a front engine bus.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-30-2018, 09:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,025
Posted By BartStephens
That’s the one! That is exactly what I need! A...

That’s the one! That is exactly what I need! A rear engine bus that is short enough to go anywhere!!!

Let the unicorn hunt commence!!!
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-30-2018, 09:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,025
Posted By BartStephens
Granted, I am no mechanic, but that sounds like...

Granted, I am no mechanic, but that sounds like an enormous pain in the @$$!!!
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-29-2018, 08:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By BartStephens
Do Colorado buses have rust from road salt?

Do Colorado buses have rust from road salt?
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-28-2018, 03:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By BartStephens
How would one go about finding a 32’-35’ RE?...

How would one go about finding a 32’-35’ RE? That’s my dream.
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-28-2018, 03:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By BartStephens
Thank you. A few questions: 1. Are there any...

Thank you. A few questions:

1. Are there any RE shorter than 40’ (eg - 66pax)? I cant find any. It seems like once you go below 40’, you are looking at conventional buses only.


2. Why would...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-28-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By BartStephens
Thank you, but why that model? Better than Thomas...

Thank you, but why that model? Better than Thomas C2?
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-28-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By BartStephens
Best Bus <33’?

As the saying goes, “Measure twice, cut once.”

I almost just cut my thumb off. Months ago, when I started looking for a bus, I found this article:...
Forum: Short-Bus Conversion Projects 07-27-2018, 03:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,025
Posted By BartStephens
Rear Engine Short Bus?

Is there such a thing? WOuld love to find a rear-engine bus to reduce noise, but would also like to stay around 30' so we can use for national parks.

Bart
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 07-25-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,480
Posted By BartStephens
Do you know what school district they were from?...

Do you know what school district they were from? Any links to finished auctions?
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 07-25-2018, 11:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,480
Posted By BartStephens
Thanks! Good lead. Ceiling height,...I've...

Thanks! Good lead.

Ceiling height,...I've been told that if the top of the windows are below the top of the door glass, it has a low roof. But maybe that only applied to Thomas HDXs. Can you tell...
Forum: Classifieds | Buy, Sell, Swap 07-25-2018, 10:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,480
Posted By BartStephens
Wanted: Rear-Engine under 40' Length

In the market for a school bus to convert. I want to find a rear-engine "pusher" under 40' in length. Been very hard to find. I've focused on Thomas HDX, but would consider anything that is in sound...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 07-24-2018, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,049
Posted By BartStephens
Question Should I buy....1990 Crown

Looking for advice.

I am looking at this bus:
https://www.westernbus.com/bus/1990-crown

This previous thread lays out my situation a little bit. ...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-13-2018, 09:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,557
Posted By BartStephens
OK. I am trying to confirm the shortest length,...

OK. I am trying to confirm the shortest length, RE HDX available. If I am reading specs correctly, the RE HDX is available in 181” wheelbase. I’ve not been successful finding actual dimensions of...
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-13-2018, 09:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,283
Posted By BartStephens
Do you happen to know the actual, external...

Do you happen to know the actual, external dimensions of that 181” wheelbase HDX?
Forum: Conversion General Discussions 05-13-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,557
Posted By BartStephens
Dimensions for Thomas HDX?

I’m trying to find actual dimensions, especially lengths, for a Thomas HDX rear engine bus.

“Wheelbase” specs are listed everywhere:
181”
209”
238”
267”
277”

Then you get into passenger...
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