Starting a little project.

Springs420 · **on:** April 13, 2009, 06:40:03 AM

So I've been keeping my eyes open for a 'Skoolie' around here for going to music festivals with my girl. We found one last week and took a look at it earlier today. Gotta say I was pretty impressed with the condition of it. Buddy did a good job making it a 'party bus' for him and his pals to drive to the hills and links in, so there's no bunks in it right now. But it's done so well I don't think it'll be hard to set-up something for us. Any one here ever done anything like this?

Sean

MultiMat · **Reply #1 on:** April 13, 2009, 06:47:21 AM

Sean what did this 'little project' cost to purchase? I wont ask how much the project is GOING to cost

What kind of motor has it got mate ?

Tinnie · **Reply #2 on:** April 13, 2009, 07:16:06 AM

Can't wait for the before and after shots!

Gonna post some MT's in action pics

Springs420 · **Reply #3 on:** April 13, 2009, 07:42:09 AM

Getting it for 1000$. It's a 65 fargo body, it's got a rebuilt 318 dodge already, take a look at the exhaust. Started up no problem, idles pretty good, I'll be going out this week to take her for a spin with a buddy of mine. I have some pics that I took, I'll post them tomorrow.

MultiMat · **Reply #4 on:** April 13, 2009, 07:47:12 AM

Quote from: Springs420 on April 13, 2009, 07:42:09 AM

Getting it for 1000$. It's a 65 fargo body, it's got a rebuilt 318 dodge already, take a look at the exhaust. Started up no problem, idles pretty good, I'll be going out this week to take her for a spin with a buddy of mine. I have some pics that I took, I'll post them tomorrow.

Nice , I have got a real soft spot for mopar V8's

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Not your average bus muffler

,.Is it a bit loud?

Springs420 · **Reply #5 on:** April 13, 2009, 07:52:08 AM

She ain't quiet that's for sure.. It'll be interesting to see what she'll sound like at highway speeds. Buddy says she ~~does~~ DID 70MPH no problem... she's been parked the last 10 years.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #6 on:** April 13, 2009, 02:33:12 PM

I have always wanted to try something like that! I can't wait to see what you do with it, what the guts look like etc! It'll be great to see a classic machine like that rebuilt!

Def

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #7 on:** April 13, 2009, 03:31:02 PM

Shades of Ken Kesey,and the Merry Pranksters! There's one or two old school buses tooling around here.Go for it!

nuphoria · **Reply #8 on:** April 13, 2009, 03:45:42 PM

How exciting

Good luck with the rebuild.

We have a half built camper made from a peugeot boxer - these things are a labour of love!

eodtech · **Reply #9 on:** April 13, 2009, 03:57:49 PM

I did a similar thing with a long body school bus we purchased from the county for US$1.00 for a mobile command post for the Fire Department.

A lot of work - ripped everything out and replaced it with radio console, desk, tables and 2 bunk beds. Did not put in a toilet but did put a water faucet and sink ( for making coffee ) and a HD microwave oven.

duckman1975 · **Reply #10 on:** April 13, 2009, 04:00:07 PM

Good luck on the rebuild, I have dreamed about a remodeled american school bus when I was in high school, lots of possibilities

Mike · **Reply #11 on:** April 13, 2009, 06:57:45 PM

I think old school buses are very cool. But be sure to check the brakes out. It's one thing to be able to get something running, but you will eventually need to make it stop as well. Probably has old drum brakes which should be pretty easy to check. Also, check the rims to see if they are the old split rims (I can't tell from the pictures) as some places won't touch those anymore.

Looks like a very cool project though.

Mike

RaptorMan · **Reply #12 on:** April 14, 2009, 04:06:21 AM

Built one for hunting a few years back. Set it up with a kitchen and 4 bunks. The "couch" folded out into a bed and one of the guys that went always slept on a cot. Keep 6 guys hunting in southern ohio for a week pretty well set. Then my family bought land down there so we built a cabin.

Anthony · **Reply #13 on:** April 14, 2009, 04:08:42 AM

That looks like it's going to be a cool project, please update us with pics!

RaptorMan · **Reply #14 on:** April 14, 2009, 04:10:42 AM

We also have them around town here for Party buses for weddings and such...they have sound systems and coolers and people rent them to go from bar to bar and party without the risk of driving drunk

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #15 on:** April 14, 2009, 04:24:11 AM

Quote from: RaptorMan on April 14, 2009, 04:06:21 AM

Built one for hunting a few years back. Set it up with a kitchen and 4 bunks. The "couch" folded out into a bed and one of the guys that went always slept on a cot. Keep 6 guys hunting in southern ohio for a week pretty well set. Then my family bought land down there so we built a cabin.

I've seen people in southern Ohio actually live in converted school buses,been awhile though

RaptorMan · **Reply #16 on:** April 14, 2009, 01:19:16 PM

That doesnt suprise me at all.

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #17 on:** April 14, 2009, 04:02:59 PM

Quote from: RaptorMan on April 14, 2009, 01:19:16 PM

That doesnt suprise me at all.

Sounds like you've been to my county

RaptorMan · **Reply #18 on:** April 14, 2009, 08:08:39 PM

I ride ATV's down in the Wayne National area, Nelsonsville, Ironton areas. Thats where I have seen a couple things like that.

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #19 on:** April 14, 2009, 08:37:20 PM

Quote from: RaptorMan on April 14, 2009, 08:08:39 PM

I ride ATV's down in the Wayne National area, Nelsonsville, Ironton areas. Thats where I have seen a couple things like that.

I live in the Big I! Let me guess ,you go riding in the Hanging Rock ATV trails,in the old strip mines.

RaptorMan · **Reply #20 on:** April 15, 2009, 04:27:17 AM

Yes I do

Poncho65 · **Reply #21 on:** April 15, 2009, 04:41:46 AM

Very cool project Springs420 can't wait to see the end result

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #22 on:** April 15, 2009, 04:44:54 AM

Quote from: RaptorMan on April 15, 2009, 04:27:17 AM

Yes I do

Many years ago before it was developed into ATV trails,some friends and I would go out there with our rifles and kill empty beer cans.Do you get down this way often?

Benner · **Reply #23 on:** April 15, 2009, 06:33:54 PM

I would love to do something like this.

Good luck.

RaptorMan · **Reply #24 on:** April 15, 2009, 06:39:57 PM

Quote from: Bison56 on April 15, 2009, 04:44:54 AM

Quote from: RaptorMan on April 15, 2009, 04:27:17 AM
Yes I do
Many years ago before it was developed into ATV trails,some friends and I would go out there with our rifles and kill empty beer cans.Do you get down this way often?

I hit the Nelsonville area 2 or 3 times a year. The Ironton area maybe once a year if that. I had a friend that live in Nelsonville so i just stayed there. he has moved since then so I just camp

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #25 on:** April 16, 2009, 05:25:37 AM

Quote from: RaptorMan on April 15, 2009, 06:39:57 PM

Quote from: Bison56 on April 15, 2009, 04:44:54 AM
Quote from: RaptorMan on April 15, 2009, 04:27:17 AM
Yes I do
Many years ago before it was developed into ATV trails,some friends and I would go out there with our rifles and kill empty beer cans.Do you get down this way often?

I hit the Nelsonville area 2 or 3 times a year. The Ironton area maybe once a year if that. I had a friend that live in Nelsonville so i just stayed there. he has moved since then so I just camp

When you next get down this way,give me a shout.

RaptorMan · **Reply #26 on:** April 16, 2009, 12:43:04 PM

WILL DO

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