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#1
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Re: Stay Connected
Last post by freds - Today at 02:56:01 PMI have both Insty Connect one of their first releases and StarLink.
When you are near civilization it is just basically on. I use it remote control things in my bus.
My solar power system is Victron based so the VRM console get's to that. I run the large Victron system image with NodeRed support so via the VRM/NodeRed console I can control other things then strictly solar via internet of things on the bus's internal LAN.
With LAN always on I also use the free TierZero VPN to access any PC's that are powered up.
Also if you have any Raspberry Pi's you can enable remote connect for them.
When you are near civilization it is just basically on. I use it remote control things in my bus.
My solar power system is Victron based so the VRM console get's to that. I run the large Victron system image with NodeRed support so via the VRM/NodeRed console I can control other things then strictly solar via internet of things on the bus's internal LAN.
With LAN always on I also use the free TierZero VPN to access any PC's that are powered up.
Also if you have any Raspberry Pi's you can enable remote connect for them.
#2
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Stay Connected
Last post by Gary Hatt - Publisher BCM - June 22, 2026, 04:13:31 PMWhether you're parked deep in the desert, tucked away in the mountains, or rolling down the interstate toward your next adventure, reliable internet has become as important as fuel in the tank.
That's where Insty Connect comes in. Designed by travelers for travelers, Insty Connect takes the guesswork out of staying connected with a complete, easy-to-use internet solution built specifically for life on the road. With long-range cellular technology, flexible data options, and a modular system that scales with your needs, Insty Connect helps bus converters, RVers, van lifers, and digital nomads stay online when ordinary hotspots and campground Wi-Fi fall short. If your travels depend on a strong connection, this may be the smartest upgrade you'll make to your home on wheels.
Insty Connect markets itself as a complete mobile internet system featuring long-range cellular hardware, flexible on-demand data plans, modular upgradeable components, and integration with other internet sources such as Starlink—making it particularly attractive for RVers and full-time travelers who need reliable connectivity on the road.
Visit https://billing.insty.online/aff.php?aff=7 for more information.
That's where Insty Connect comes in. Designed by travelers for travelers, Insty Connect takes the guesswork out of staying connected with a complete, easy-to-use internet solution built specifically for life on the road. With long-range cellular technology, flexible data options, and a modular system that scales with your needs, Insty Connect helps bus converters, RVers, van lifers, and digital nomads stay online when ordinary hotspots and campground Wi-Fi fall short. If your travels depend on a strong connection, this may be the smartest upgrade you'll make to your home on wheels.
Insty Connect markets itself as a complete mobile internet system featuring long-range cellular hardware, flexible on-demand data plans, modular upgradeable components, and integration with other internet sources such as Starlink—making it particularly attractive for RVers and full-time travelers who need reliable connectivity on the road.
Visit https://billing.insty.online/aff.php?aff=7 for more information.
#3
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / 1976 MCI MC-8 CRUSADER For Sal...
Last post by Gary Hatt - Publisher BCM - June 20, 2026, 08:51:22 PMThis 1976 MCI MC-8 CRUSADER, located in Azusa, California, is a new listing. This is a seated coach, ready to be converted into a home on wheels. He is only asking $9,500 for this bus. You can view this bus and all the information here.
https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bus_classifieds/mci-mc-8-crusader/
If you have a bus to sell, we can help you list it on our website for just $99.00 until it sells.
To list your bus for sale, simply click on this link and fill out the online form: https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bcmclassifieds/ or email Gary@BusConversionMagazine.com with your classified info, or call the office at the phone number at the bottom of our website.
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This Forum does not allow individual posting of buses for sale.
https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bus_classifieds/mci-mc-8-crusader/
If you have a bus to sell, we can help you list it on our website for just $99.00 until it sells.
To list your bus for sale, simply click on this link and fill out the online form: https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bcmclassifieds/ or email Gary@BusConversionMagazine.com with your classified info, or call the office at the phone number at the bottom of our website.
Please note: We post these notes as a service to our readers and paid advertisers that support this Forum, which is solely supported by subscriptions and display advertisers, as well as Classified ads.
This Forum does not allow individual posting of buses for sale.
#4
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Re: Booster Cylinder Extension...
Last post by jbnewman - June 18, 2026, 09:50:35 AM
Just received a call from Luke that he found one. So I'm good for now, but wanted to close the loop.
Thank you!
#5
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Re: Booster Cylinder Extension...
Last post by luvrbus - June 17, 2026, 12:54:15 PMCan you post a photo of the part you are looking for the socket I don't get, but I think I know ,if it is end that slips on the ball the last one I bought I got from a John Deere tractor dealer, I am not sure what you are looking for though
#6
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Booster Cylinder Extension End...
Last post by jbnewman - June 16, 2026, 12:20:26 PMDoes anyone have any experience rebuilding (or replacing) a booster cylinder extension end socket on a 4106? Luke is looking, but hasn't found any yet. Mine's very worn out.
Many thanks!
Many thanks!
#7
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / 1993 MCI 102-C3 For Sale
Last post by Gary Hatt - Publisher BCM - June 16, 2026, 11:20:24 AMThe owner of this 1993 MCI 102-C3 located in Spaulding, Nebraska, just lowered the price from $15,000 to $8,000. He is a motivated seller. For the price, this looks like a great bus.
https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bus_classifieds/mci/
If you have a bus to sell, we can help you list it on our website for just $99.00 until it sells.
To list your bus for sale, simply click on this link and fill out the online form: https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bcmclassifieds/ or email Gary@BusConversionMagazine.com with your classified info, or call the office at the phone number at the bottom of our website.
Please note: We post these notes as a service to our readers and paid advertisers that support this Forum, which is solely supported by subscriptions and display advertisers, as well as Classified ads.
This Forum does not allow individual posting of buses for sale.
https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bus_classifieds/mci/
If you have a bus to sell, we can help you list it on our website for just $99.00 until it sells.
To list your bus for sale, simply click on this link and fill out the online form: https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bcmclassifieds/ or email Gary@BusConversionMagazine.com with your classified info, or call the office at the phone number at the bottom of our website.
Please note: We post these notes as a service to our readers and paid advertisers that support this Forum, which is solely supported by subscriptions and display advertisers, as well as Classified ads.
This Forum does not allow individual posting of buses for sale.
#8
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Re: Bus Mechanics List
Last post by plyonsMC9 - June 15, 2026, 03:41:12 PMI had the MCI Shop in Torrance, CA work on our DL3-45. It's a 1993 coach, however they were game. Though, I did have to help some w/parts, because as we know, many of the parts are no longer produced in mass. It took a while to get in, however once in they were extremely professional and sharp mechanically. The laser alignment they completed on my OTR a/c fixed a problem that I've been been trying to fix - FOR YEARS!!! And several mechanics have tried to get that system operable. Anyway, they were very thorough. But not inexpensive. CA is expensive. But if you have time and need specialized MCI work I would give them a call.
, Phil
, Phil
#9
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Keep Your RV Rolling—Without t...
Last post by Gary Hatt - Publisher BCM - June 15, 2026, 09:51:49 AMWhen something breaks on the road, you don't have time to hunt around for parts—you need solutions fast. That's where Ardemco delivers. From hard-to-find components to everyday RV essentials, they've got the parts and supplies that keep your rig road-ready and worry-free.
Whether you're upgrading your bus conversion, maintaining your motorhome, or fixing issues before they become problems, Ardemco makes it easy with reliable products and real-world know-how.
Don't let a small issue ruin a big adventure—gear up with Ardemco and get back to the journey.
Visit us at https://ardemco.com/
#10
Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) / Re: Hydrogen retro fit and sem...
Last post by lvmci - June 13, 2026, 09:12:14 PMHydrogen Fuel News
...NextGenH2 Truck: What's Under the Hood?
The new Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck features liquid hydrogen stored at a bone-chilling –253 °C in two 40 kg tanks, giving it a total capacity of around 85 kg. This setup allows for a jaw-dropping operational range of over 1,000 km on a single fill, already proven by the earlier GenH2 prototype that hit an impressive 1,047 km during its HydrogenRecordRun. The proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell stack does the heavy lifting of converting hydrogen into electricity at temperatures between 60 and 80 °C, driving an electric powertrain. The only waste? Pure water vapor—talk about a clean ride, right? This design minimizes the size of both the fuel cell and cryogenic systems, so they can easily fit standard trailer connections, making them a breeze to integrate into existing fleets.
...NextGenH2 Truck: What's Under the Hood?
The new Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck features liquid hydrogen stored at a bone-chilling –253 °C in two 40 kg tanks, giving it a total capacity of around 85 kg. This setup allows for a jaw-dropping operational range of over 1,000 km on a single fill, already proven by the earlier GenH2 prototype that hit an impressive 1,047 km during its HydrogenRecordRun. The proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell stack does the heavy lifting of converting hydrogen into electricity at temperatures between 60 and 80 °C, driving an electric powertrain. The only waste? Pure water vapor—talk about a clean ride, right? This design minimizes the size of both the fuel cell and cryogenic systems, so they can easily fit standard trailer connections, making them a breeze to integrate into existing fleets.