I need my head examined.

ojgetaway32 · October 03, 2011, 11:40:02 AM

You are not going to believe this...I am now the owner of two busses!!!! Am I nuts!!!??? I already have a 1983 MC9 that I am so attached to it's like a member of my dysfunctional family. But I was approached about a 102D3 with a Series 60 and an auto...what's a busaholic supposed to do? I'm weak, so very weak...I need counseling. Seriously, I have issues. Somebody please help...

Maybe I should refurbish the white Bronco and go for a slow speed drive...ugh

Josh aka ojgetaway32

fe2_o3 · October 03, 2011, 11:42:02 AM

Line forms on your left...Cable

busdriver58 · October 03, 2011, 12:08:41 PM

If you find a cure please tell me, we also have two an Eagle 01 and a 05 and a few weeks ago I was looking a good one M20 conversion but I was saved because I had no response from the owner after two or three back and forth emails, whew!

thejumpsuitman · October 03, 2011, 12:27:21 PM

The only way to avoid the trap is to not let yourself think about buses or even browse for them! I used to be the same way about old Cadillacs. 124 Cadillacs later (yes, really...124!) I figured that out.

Oonrahnjay · October 03, 2011, 12:45:35 PM

You are in good company ...

oldmansax · October 03, 2011, 01:45:56 PM

Quote from: thejumpsuitman on October 03, 2011, 12:27:21 PM
124 Cadillacs later (yes, really...124!) I figured that out.

You give m hope!
I only have 2 buses, 5 trailers, 3 pickups, couple of Surburbans, a few cars. and some other things..........

I only have ONE letter from the County to deal with right now though!

TOM

buswarrior · October 03, 2011, 07:17:48 PM

You are in heaven...

From a driver's perspective, a later MC9 and a 102D3, are each, the last of the best of the generational breeding.

Both are a joy to throw down the road with wild abandon, go where your brain wants, without confusion between the order and the execution.

Sight lines and driving position were as God, and some motivated engineers, intended, caring about the driver's interaction with the road, and the vehicle.

I've driven lots of models over the years, coach and transit.

MC9 and 102D3 make spiritual connections to this driver that only an old GM can match.

Buy that puppy and call it done?

happy coaching!
buswarrior

ojgetaway32 · October 04, 2011, 07:32:18 AM

Buswarrior:

That post gave me chills and cleared my head. Thankyou for the re-focus. I had no idea I was unintentionally so fortunate. I no longer feel like I need my head examined and I am now on the prowl for a Scenicruiser. You are quite the enabler, I hope I never have a drug problem and come to you! LOL...

Josh

thejumpsuitman · October 04, 2011, 08:08:11 AM

Quote from: ojgetaway32 on October 04, 2011, 07:32:18 AM
I am now on the prowl for a Scenicruiser.

See what I mean???

Busted Knuckle · October 04, 2011, 08:11:41 AM

Josh,
Just wait til you & BW both experience the pleasure of driving a SETRA! By gosh you'll both be hooked!

BK

6 Setra's
2 MCI's
1 Dina
but who's counting?

ccbmster · October 04, 2011, 09:00:12 PM

Well, my degree is in psychology and I spent over 25 years in the Social work field so................................

Rick59-4104 · October 05, 2011, 01:46:21 AM

My wife came home one day last spring and there was a 1952 4103 sitting in the driveway.....We already had the 1959 4104. I told her it just fell out of the sky and landed there.

Rick

Rick59-4104 · October 05, 2011, 01:49:56 AM

Quote from: thejumpsuitman on October 03, 2011, 12:27:21 PM
The only way to avoid the trap is to not let yourself think about buses or even browse for them! I used to be the same way about old Cadillacs. 124 Cadillacs later (yes, really...124!) I figured that out.

Jumpsuit man, alright I get the Elvis thing but how in the heck do you go thru 124 Cadillacs in one lifetime?

Busted Knuckle · October 05, 2011, 07:19:35 AM

Quote from: Rick59-4104
Jumpsuit man, alright I get the Elvis thing but how in the heck do you go thru 124 Cadillacs in one lifetime?

Besides I thought cadillac was a "Boss" (Bruce Springsteen) thing!

BK

Seville · October 05, 2011, 08:47:01 AM

Wow Josh, You are a lucky guy! A 102D3 with a series 60 ? Pretty sweet ! Of course I bought and built my bus before I discovered this forum. I didn't know the difference between a 2 stroke and a 4 stroke detroit.
I learned the hard way ! I have so much time and money invested in my bus that there is no turning back.
What I wouldn't give to have a bus that wasn't reduced to maybe 20 MPH on a steep hill with the temperature guage at 200 plus degrees and me sweating bullets.
Oh well. What are you gonna do? All things considered, I still love my bus!
Good Luck!