just saw this posted in case anyone wants a lighter duty bookmobile type bus to convert.
Bookmobile for Sale
The Gallia County District Library is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of its 1994 Bluebird Bookmobile. If interested in viewing, call the Library at 740-446-7323 to set up an appointment. The vehicle is being sold as is with no warranties expressed or implied.
Specifications
Chassis Miles: 133,042.20
Chassis: Bluebird Bookmobile
Engine: 5.9 Cummins Diesel (engine replaced new in July 2006; Remainder of Cummins Recon Warranty applies)
Engine Miles: 10,329
Transmission: Allison Auto
Brakes: 4 Wheel Disk (Hydraulic)
GVW: 25,800
Generator Set: Kohler 15KW/Hrs
Minimum Reserve Bid: $ 8,000.00
Sealed bids should contain full name, address, phone number and maximum bid. Sealed bids must be received before November 3, 2008. Submit by mail or in person to Melinda Spurlock, Bossard Memorial Library, 7 Spruce Street, Gallipolis, OH 45631. Bookmobile will be sold to highest bidder who must remit payment and remove bookmobile from premises by November 15, 2008.
i have not seen it, nor do i have any connection to these folks. just thought i'd post it for anyone looking. i'm not even sure i'd want to try to make it work with just a small cummins, but maybe for someone...