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Keep school buses safe, reliable, and on the road with practical guidance for fleet maintenance and shop operations. Here, we cover preventive maintenance, diagnostics, parts and equipment, technician training, and more.

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News•by Staff•April 13, 2010

<I>SBF</I> Photo Contest returns

The annual competition is open to any kind of shot related to school transportation. Three winners will receive a $100 cash prize.

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News•by Staff•April 8, 2010

Virginia holds first school bus technician competition

Sponsored by the Virginia Association for Pupil Transportation and hosted by school bus dealer Sonny Merryman Inc., the competition included a written exam and a hands-on diagnostic and troubleshooting exercise.

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Products•April 8, 2010

SureStart Low Voltage Disconnect Switch

The SureStart Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD) Switch 48513 and the LVD Switch 48510 sense battery voltage and conserve starting power by disconnecting non-critical loads.

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Products•April 8, 2010

Emergency Fuel Transfer and Filtration Unit

The Emergency Fuel Transfer and Filtration Unit is portable and includes an FP 700 fuel purifier with an 8 GPM flow rate.

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Products•April 8, 2010

Tracerline Marksman

The Tracerline Marksman ultrasonic diagnostic tool converts inaudible sound into audible, natural sound, allowing technicians to hear such problems as vehicle component leaks and wear.

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Products•April 8, 2010

Two-Post Vehicle Lifts

Mohawk’s two-post, side-by-side vehicle lifts are available in capacities of 7,000 to 30,000 lbs. As a new feature, Mohawk now offers swing arm lifting pads that attach to the swing arm of the lift.

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News•by Staff•March 31, 2010

Arsenault offers updated maintenance software

Dossier Version 5.1 includes features that remind users to file orders with parts suppliers and track whether vehicles are meeting performance thresholds. Technicians can clock in and out on repair orders for accurate reporting of time spent on jobs.

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News•by Staff•March 29, 2010

IC Bus University session deemed a success

Sixty technicians attended the school bus manufacturer’s maintenance training program in mid-March. They received instruction on such topics as engines, vehicle lifts and transmissions. Another session has been scheduled for the week of May 3.

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News•by Staff•March 22, 2010

Bill would aid in funding bus refurbishments

New legislation would allow Georgia school districts to refurbish existing units using state funding for purchasing new buses. Renovations would have to be completed by a school bus manufacturer or dealer.

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News•by Staff•March 19, 2010

Espar school bus heaters get extended warranty

Extended service coverage is available to school bus customers at no charge. Company says the move is made in light of current economic pressures.

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