How to Drive a Bus Conversion in the Mountains
 

How to Drive a Bus Conversion in the Mountains

Started by Gary Hatt - Publisher BCM, November 22, 2025, 02:01:58 PM

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Gary Hatt - Publisher BCM


Tackling steep mountain terrain in a bus requires more than just hitting the gas and hoping for the best. In "How to Drive an RV in the Mountains," seasoned RV traveler and vintage motorhome owner Kevin Ophoff shares his hard-earned insights from decades spent crossing the high passes of Colorado.

From overheating engines and gear shifting strategies to safely braking on long downhill grades and avoiding treacherous snow dustings, this article walks you through the crucial skills and precautions every RVer towing or driving through the mountains needs to know.

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