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Quality Time
- Tennessee Bus

Here's a great story about a father and son vacation with a twist: To fetch a bus 5 states away with unimaginable obstacles and a baseball game en route!

by R. Terry


Shifting

Revealed: The "Dead Throttle Start" and other gearin' and clutchin' stuff. How DO you get that big ol' bus rolling?

by R.J. Long


Daily Pre-Trip Inspection

Find out why it's the law for a professional driver to perform a "circle-check" and how you can make it an integral part of your own daily routine.

by R.J. Long


Shower Stalls - My Way!

Fred has outfitted his 4106 with a very unique shower stall which converts to a storage area. Read how he did it, here!

by Fast Fred


The 2 x 4 Bus

Can you build a bus conversion without owning a bus? You may find good reasons why you should in this article!

by Richard Wynn


Zoorasia-a-a-a-a-a-a!!

Check out this hilarious "trip report" about navigating in a far off land, getting lost and getting found again!

by Catherine Sheaves


Fire Prevention for the Road

Practical checklists are included in this no-nonsense discussion on the steps you must take to save your life and the lives of those around you.

by Greg Moe


Picking a Power Plant

The practical aspects of selecting the power that will push your conversion is discussed here. Some decisions you can make will surprise you.

by George Myers


Fire Safety on the Road

The tragic loss of Dave Galey's Eagle, Enterprise, yields some important lessons and vital information about fire safety.

by Greg Moe & Dave Galey


Floor Plan for a 35' 4104

Here's a perfect example of the flexibility of a 35 foot conversion. Who says you can't do big things in a small place?

by Jim Stacy


Writing Technical Articles

One of the top professional technical writers on the subject of bus conversions challenges you to write an article and gives you all the tools to do so.

by George Myers


Jones Offset Hitch

As the title suggests, this story is about the characteristics of an offset trailer hitch.

by Dave Galey


Antique Coaches

A discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of selecting a 25+ year old coach.

by George Myers


A 1984 Saab Scania Transit Conversion

A Canadian Bus Nut takes a bus apart and puts it back together again. A magnificent example of our hobby!

by Dennis Brooks


How Do I Get Started?

How do you get started? Finally, here's the answer.

by Ian Giffin,
George Myers
and Dave Galey


Big Engine is Big Bus Fun

A recent change in power plant inspired this article. Details of what to expect in changing an engine, including a chronological re & re list.

by Dave Galey


Inherent Transit Problems Overcome

The Transit vs. Highway Coach debate rages on! Here is an article that may convince you that transit is the only way to go.

by Richard Norman Beavington


Air Brakes / Air Systems

An overview of bus air systems as they relate to brakes. Several safety tips included makes this a must-read.

by George Myers


Protecting Your Home Away From Home

As you start your conversion, you should give serious consideration to protecting it. This is an article about bus alarm security systems and how to select one to fit your needs.

by Norman L. Millett

Foam Insulation for Our Bus Conversions

Bus Nut Online asked Dave Galey to explain spray foam and some of its quirks. Here, he has covered the technical end as well as the how-to's in an easy to read format.

by Dave Galey

Coach Selection Guidelines

In purchasing a coach for conversion, the most important part is the selection of the right coach. Here's the who, what, where, when and how of the selection process.

by Arnie Smith

Is It Really a Good Deal?

A parts sourcer explains some important considerations about bus selection as they relate to the availability of parts.

by Karl Bojahra

Fiberglass on Plywood Tanks

An inexpensive alternative to commercially available holding tanks is a do-it-yourself project described here.

by George Myers

Super Insulating the Roof

A simple, cost effective way to prevent waking up in an oven.

by George Myers

Low Cost Conversions

You have a dream to own your own coach. Many people have discouraged you because of one thing: budget. Here's the definitive arguement in your favour.

by George Myers

Satellite TV Systems

This article will arm you with the basics for when you decide that you want SatTV in your rolling home.

by George Myers

My Introduction to Bus Conversion

A "bus nut" fulfills a dream - owning his own bus! Featured - an MCI 6 Supercruiser.

by Bruce A. Lantz

The Vine Route

Here's a recommended self directed tour of some of the most interesting sights in Southern Ontario, Canada as described by the publishers of the highly respected Carguide Magazine.

by Bill Vance

4104 Battery Woes

A viewer has a problem with her battery hookup. We sent her some help. Here's the result.

by George Myers

The Converted Bus

There are two sides to Dave Galey. We're all familiar with Dave, the do-it-yourself conversion technical expert. Now, here's a story from Dave's lighter side; his soon to be released 6th book, "Bus Nuts and Other Nonsense".

by Dave Galey

What's In A Nut (a history lesson)

If you ever wondered why you are referred to as a bus nut, this story should serve to confuse the issue further.

by Dave Galey

The Big Picture

What goes on out there from the view up here is enough to scare you. If you are a novice driver, this article will help to prepare you.

by Ian Giffin

Check List

A hilarious look at an otherwise dry but very serious subject.

by Dave Galey

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