Automotive

My friend Steve inheirited this bus / motor coach when his dad died. It was originally a Continental Trailways cross-country coach, made for hauling passengers / competing with Greyhound. Dr H took out the 4-sp transmission, put in a 10-spd, 300 gallon fu...  

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...and I love the retro photos...just don't get that kind of film grain anymore : )

I always wondered if owning a bus was a good idea. They seem to be a good deal considering you get so much more car for the price of a Bentley!

In every way - parking, fuel, service, towing, plumbers, electricians, etc. It's much like owning a yacht - you have your "hotel" systems and your "floating & propelling & navigating" systems. Dr H put in $200k converting and running it; Steve sol... 

Amazing story. What an experience! Good thing you are mechanically inclined! I always wondered if owning a bus was a good idea. Now I know it isn't!

You are not among them.

...not sure if he would have had this one in mind. Every time I drive pass San O' it's the song I sing in my head. Just give it 34 seconds!

What a riot! Even better than your watchmaker tales, which were a hoot, themselves. How did we ever get lucky enough to have you as a mod I'll not soon find out. Unless, that is, you have a similarly unlikely-yet-absolutely-believeable story to unfold for... 

You’ve been quiet, are you doing okay? Mike

Several chuckles ensued. Be well. Fred

Thank you for an other wonderful post. This one is hilarious. You make the best posts, Mike.

Thank you for sharing. I laughed at every instance where you said "it seemed like a good idea at the time". Please stay safe and healthy during this unusual time. With best regards from Bangkok, Ruckdee