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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 2:01 pm    Post subject: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Guys, I was hoping that someone here might know what happened to my old bus. I would really appreciate it. Last seen on the road to Punta Baja just outside El Rosario. I thought this picture might help narrow it down because I lost the VIN number after all these years. Maybe someone knows the current owner. Thanks

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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 2:12 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 2:42 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Gary, I can't be of any help as I am 3000 miles east but I an sure you will find it. Just persevere. I also know you will restore it to it's past glory when you have the long lost beast in your hands. I really think you have a chance,don't give up. Razz
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:04 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Nice patina!
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:23 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

You killing me Laughing But I thought I saw it being towed west on my way to Florida today. Yep, Xatie confirmed we saw it in the French Quarter today Wink
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:42 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

99% sure it is exactly where you left it-
on the Nevada Test Range.
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:45 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Hmmm....., might want to check those fuel lines Wink
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:52 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

I'm rolling that baby now. It took just a "bit" of work to get her dialed in but all is good now.. Laughing
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 3:56 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

gary, I hate to tell you it's a rotted empi muffler now
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 4:27 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

No way its in the UK perfectly restored and paid top dollar to put the pieces in a container ship
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 4:31 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

aeromech wrote:
Guys, I was hoping that someone here might know what happened to my old bus. I would really appreciate it. Last seen on the road to Punta Baja just outside El Rosario. I thought this picture might help narrow it down because I lost the VIN number after all these years. Maybe someone knows the current owner. Thanks

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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 5:17 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Let me guess..............

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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 5:24 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

"Rebuilt engine" "Needs work"
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 5:24 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Hey I bought that bus a month ago and road tripped it home - until it broke down half way. I've started a Go Fund Me if you all would like to contribute.
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 5:24 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

I think it sold for $20,000 at Buses by the Bridge back in January.
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 5:31 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

It's in Indiana, Gary.....no wait.....
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 04, 2017 7:14 pm    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Not sure where the bus is, but I know where the roof clip is!
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PostPosted: Sat Aug 05, 2017 6:22 am    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

I know the area and used to go there a lot but it's been 10 years. Never saw it. Very Happy
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PostPosted: Sat Aug 05, 2017 6:52 am    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

Xevin wrote:
You killing me Laughing But I thought I saw it being towed west on my way to Florida today. Yep, Xatie confirmed we saw it in the French Quarter today Wink



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PostPosted: Sat Aug 05, 2017 7:07 am    Post subject: Re: Need help locating this bus Reply with quote

"Ran when parked"
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