Model School Buses
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Topic author: Kodie
Subject: Model School Buses As mentioned by many here is the model school bus section. From here on out all model school bus info, sales, and other junk should go here. This should help clear things up.
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Posted on: 12/04/2007 7:55:27 PM
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Please respect this thread.
Reply author: splitrimz
Replied on: 12/04/2007 9:48:46 PM
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New Toy Model School Bus International IC BE 200. 
Reply author: Jake
Replied on: 12/05/2007 2:18:43 PM
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Originally posted by the First Student guy
Does anyone know if Sunnyside still makes Thomas ER's anymore?
No, it was discontinued. But it is a nice model. Try ebay.
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/05/2007 6:17:40 PM
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Finally, lol. Before too long though, people will complain this thread is too long and have it deleted, like Fairfax was...lol
Anyway, does anyone know what styrene strips are, and where I could get it? Are they stiff like plastic?
I believe they were used on this bus to fill the gaps: http://www.1-87vehicles.org/photo118/chev_school_bus.php
Reply author: splitrimz
Replied on: 12/05/2007 7:04:16 PM
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No, it was discontinued. But it is a nice model. Try ebay.
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Is this the Thomas RE in the discussion? The manufacturer was JUJ, not Sunnyside.
Reply author: Jake
Replied on: 12/05/2007 7:17:47 PM
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Originally posted by splitrimz
No, it was discontinued. But it is a nice model. Try ebay.
Is this the Thomas RE in the discussion? The manufacturer was JUJ, not Sunnyside.
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Yes
Reply author: ICfan
Replied on: 12/06/2007 7:15:12 PM
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I have one of them, I consider it a Amtran Bus.
Reply author: Jake
Replied on: 12/06/2007 8:15:05 PM
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I have one, it is spec'ed exactly like a late 1990s Thomas Saf-T-Liner ER w/ CA specs.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/07/2007 9:43:57 PM
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Do any of you know how to put a white roof on an IC CE diecast without taking off the roof logo?
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/08/2007 08:53:26 AM
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I would recomend re-applying a printed logo after you add the white roof.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/08/2007 3:07:32 PM
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Thats a very good idea, but where can i find such a logo, I have tried google but i can't find one.
Reply author: ICfan
Replied on: 12/08/2007 3:27:36 PM
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The IC Shield? go to the IC site, they have it on their site somewhere.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/08/2007 3:36:18 PM
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I mean one that looks like what the buses have on their roof above the driver window and door.
Reply author: Kodie
Replied on: 12/08/2007 3:37:04 PM
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Finding the logo with the stripes behind it is very difficult, I have had to take the shield and add the stripes in paint. Good luck on that one.
Reply author: Jake
Replied on: 12/11/2007 6:48:33 PM
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Originally posted by IC Kodie
Finding the logo with the stripes behind it is very difficult, I have had to take the shield and add the stripes in paint. Good luck on that one.
It is not difficult at all, I have found several and recreated several. That is completely a lie.
If you need one, email me @ b0TdpzCQRp0BfP8S@spambox.us (Note: This is a redirect email, so it will forward your email to me).
-Jake
Reply author: SchoolBusFan
Replied on: 12/11/2007 9:12:51 PM
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Good place I found to find bus models is Europe. I bought a bunch of European transit buses...even the articulated models. They're not cheap...I paid between 12-30 Euro for each bus; the dollar is down in value so it cost more for me. (I withdrew 60 Euro which cost me almost $90).
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/12/2007 09:45:27 AM
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Yeah, when I was in Europe they had some REALLy nice and detailed transit buses, but they were too expensive for me. I did end up with medium-quality an articulated model though:
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z230/lifestarfe/Models/P1040685.jpg
It is about the size of the BB bus banks.
Do you have any pictures of the ones you bought?
Reply author: Kodie
Replied on: 12/12/2007 10:48:27 PM
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http://www.schoolbus.lunarpages.com/Pictures/IC/IC031-07.jpg good IC Logo for your model.
Reply author: SchoolBusFan
Replied on: 12/13/2007 12:41:53 AM
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Originally posted by Lifestar Fe
Yeah, when I was in Europe they had some REALLy nice and detailed transit buses, but they were too expensive for me. I did end up with medium-quality an articulated model though:
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z230/lifestarfe/Models/P1040685.jpg
It is about the size of the BB bus banks.
Do you have any pictures of the ones you bought?
That's similar to 3 I bought at Toys R Us in Germany, but different stickers. I did get a MAN bus that was diecast for almost 30 Euro...EXPENSIVE!! (but worth it since it's rare here)
I don't have any pictures with me right now.
Reply author: Jake
Replied on: 12/13/2007 03:37:20 AM
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Originally posted by IC Kodie
http://www.schoolbus.lunarpages.com/Pictures/IC/IC031-07.jpg good IC Logo for your model.
http://www.schoolbus.lunarpages.com/Pictures/IC/IC031-07.jpg
Why don't you try clicking these links after you post? Some people's host are private or have low bandwith that doesn't support hotlinking images...
Those are some sample logos that I assume may be the size to use on some models, I have a sheet of IC-CE logos (That are larger than this and more professionally done) which you can recieve by emailing me @ b0TdpzCQRp0BfP8S@spambox.us (Note: This is a redirect email, so it will forward your email to me).
If I haven't responded to your email yet, thats due to I am working on resizing the thing so its dialup friendly, and its on my other computer so I am still attempting to put it on a CD and get it here, haha.
-Jake
Reply author: Jake
Replied on: 12/14/2007 8:36:38 PM
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Anyone remember that unbelieviblely short old Intl Ward Model? ITS A REAL BUS!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/drewprops/2111712958/in/photostream/
Reply author: Buskid
Replied on: 12/14/2007 9:23:32 PM
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Originally posted by 92WardSenatorFE
Anyone remember that unbelieviblely short old Intl Ward Model? ITS A REAL BUS!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/drewprops/2111712958/in/photostream/
Yeah, it is. It was used in the movie Dumb & Dumberer.
Reply author: Jake
Replied on: 12/15/2007 04:11:40 AM
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Originally posted by Buskidquote:
Originally posted by 92WardSenatorFE
Anyone remember that unbelieviblely short old Intl Ward Model? ITS A REAL BUS!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/drewprops/2111712958/in/photostream/
Yeah, it is. It was used in the movie Dumb & Dumberer.
LOL, Don't surprise me, I haven't kept up with movies for a while now.
Reply author: SchoolBusFan
Replied on: 12/15/2007 9:11:36 PM
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Wow, that does look like it.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/15/2007 9:33:42 PM
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hey, how long does it take for a blue bird bus bank to ship?
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/15/2007 10:11:45 PM
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Depends where you buy it from, and what shipping method you chose. I got mine in under a week from schoolbusgifts.com, for the standard shipping...first class or something.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/16/2007 11:58:04 AM
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I ordered mine from Blue Bird.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/16/2007 4:48:08 PM
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How come the Siku Thomas in the left picture has Black around the warning lights and the other one don't? Also, I am planning on getting one, how do you do the lettering (with the "School Bus") in the way, and how long does it usually take to ship? Priority Mail.
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/16/2007 6:39:07 PM
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If you are refering to my photobucket, then you saw the IC CE model, but the Siku does not have black around the warning lights. You can't order the lettering, so you have to paint over it or use something to get it off. It took mine less than a week
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/16/2007 6:41:42 PM
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No i was talking about: http://www.school-bus-gifts.com/index.php?item=113
The picture on the left. Look closely at the warning lights.
and it says, CUSTOM LETTERING.
Reply author: splitrimz
Replied on: 12/16/2007 7:05:43 PM
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The Photo on the left is a SIKU corporate photo..The diecast model is the one below.
Reply author: Kodie
Replied on: 12/16/2007 7:07:21 PM
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I believe we have gone over this about 40 times... use nail polish remover to remove the "school bus" part.
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/16/2007 7:08:10 PM
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Oh, sorry about that.
Reply author: Kodie
Replied on: 12/16/2007 7:26:24 PM
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not you... I was refering to 08BBVIsion
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/16/2007 8:06:58 PM
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So was I, lol, I said he couldnt get it custom lettered, and you can.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/17/2007 7:32:55 PM
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How long does it take for schoolbusgifts to ship the Siku Thomas FS-65? I ordered one just now. I hop i get it b4 X-mas.
Reply author: Kodie
Replied on: 12/18/2007 2:13:26 PM
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I wouldnt count on it, the order form sould say 8-10 buissness days or something like that. Thats what it was for my IC CE's.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/18/2007 5:36:44 PM
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Any one know how to put the black around the warning lights on the Siku Thomas FS-65? NO SHARPIE! If you do, like Jeff, can you tell me where to tape it off at, and what PAINT to use?
Thanks
Reply author: ICfan
Replied on: 12/18/2007 8:14:07 PM
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Why Sharpie worked fine for me. Now I am using the sharpie for the black on the hoods of my Type C buses.
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/19/2007 4:14:07 PM
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Originally posted by ICfan
Why Sharpie worked fine for me. Now I am using the sharpie for the black on the hoods of my Type C buses.
Because, eventually Sharpie will smudge really bad and wear off, then your bus will look like crap. Plus it looks really bad.
Reply author: ICfan
Replied on: 12/20/2007 6:59:43 PM
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wow, that has not happen to my buses yet!
Reply author: Kodie
Replied on: 12/20/2007 10:22:33 PM
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Well I guess there is only one way to find out.... if it fades try something else.
Reply author: BlueBird16
Replied on: 12/21/2007 08:39:19 AM
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I am going to be brief on this. I have a few people that have e-mailed me about this topic. First DO NOT use Sharpie's on these models.
You will need some simple,basic supplies to customize these buses.
A ruler, exacto knife, or small box cutter with small blades, and Vinyl. Colored Vinyl can be purchased at any hobby store, but sign shops carry the best adhesive backed vinyls.
All of my black striping is made with glossy black vinyl, white roofs are glossy white vinyl. This is very simple to do. If you insist on using markers to out-line or touch up black, DO NOT use Sharpie's. I can not remember the brand name of the markers I use, but they are about 5 dollars per pen and they have a very, very, strong odor. Those are the best to use.
Most Hobby places like Michael's or Hobby Lobby have these. I have some one who has agreed to help me post a video on "youtube" on how I do some of these bus details. However this will not happen over the next 2 and half weeks. I am on vacation and I will NOT be doing this until mid January at the earliest. So please do not bombarde me with e-mails asking me when. I will post a message on here with the link and what the title is!
Hope Everyone has a Great and Safe Holiday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/21/2007 08:58:02 AM
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Thank you Jeff. you are a big help!
Here is a link to all my diecast bus pictures: http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/08BBVision/
For all who wants to see.
Reply author: splitrimz
Replied on: 12/21/2007 10:11:21 AM
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Originally posted by 08BBVision
Thank you Jeff. you are a big help!
Here is a link to all my diecast bus pictures: http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/08BBVision/
For all who wants to see.
Need a password. Thanks
Reply author: ThomasC2
Replied on: 12/21/2007 10:13:16 AM
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Now Try.
Reply author: Lifestar Fe
Replied on: 12/21/2007 9:14:50 PM
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The BB bank comes with SCHOOL BUS for the rear sign, and BLUE BIRD for the front sign:
http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/08BBVision/?action=view¤t=100_1041.jpg
As for understorage.....unless you mean like tht picture, then no.....It comes exactly like in that picture.
Reply author: themikepeng
Replied on: 04/30/2014 10:46:18 PM
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i knew this thread existed but it took me a while to find it again, i definitely would have posted my stuff earlier, and i hope its not expired...
i have a small but one of a kind collection, its very unique
1.i have the saf t liner model mentioned above, it got re released and i bought it just before it was sold out again
2. road champs wayne 3800, international be200, amtran/international re cereamic casting from this lot i bought off ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201068824969?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
3. amtran fe plush, another rare promo
4. blue bird mini bird in 1/87 scale, i have yet to test print:
https://www.shapeways.com/model/1883608/blue-bird-mini-bird-school-bus-model-kit.html?li=aeTabs
i don't have time to take pics right now
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