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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2001

N.C. district begins test of Mercedes engine

With the movement toward integration of chassis and body (and, in some cases, engines) in the school bus manufacturing industry, it should be no surpr...

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2001

Recipe for Successful Spec'ing of a Heating System

There are many factors that weigh in on the spec'ing of a school bus heating system. Operators must consider state requirements, district or contracto...

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ArticlesJune 1, 2001

Easy Ways to Diagnose Charging System Problems

For a lot of mechanics, diagnosing the cause of a failed charging system has about as much appeal as a lecture on quantum physics. This might explain ...

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ArticlesJune 1, 2001

How Electronic Organizers Can Streamline Fleet Management

Transportation officials are constantly searching for new technology to make their jobs easier. One of the more cutting-edge technologies currently in...

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ArticlesApril 1, 2001

Tracking and Analyzing Road Breakdowns

Tracking road breakdowns is key to fine-tuning an operation’s preventive maintenance program. How often your buses need to be brought in for routine m...

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2001

Do your fleet's wiring specs follow NCST recommendations?

Last year, the 13th National Conference on School Transportation (NCST) approved a 361-page document called National School Transportation Specificati...

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ArticlesApril 1, 2001

Guidelines for Designing a School Bus Maintenance Facility

Input from the entire staff is essential to avoid a 'dysfunctional' facility. Measure your needs carefully. If possible, consider sharing your with other public agencies.

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ArticlesApril 1, 2001

Upgrading of equipment is top priority in bus shop

What would you do if your employer unexpectedly gave you a 10 percent raise? Put a down payment on a new car? Fix that leaky roof? Start a college fun...

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2001

Helpful hints on improving your school bus tire program

Helpful hints on improving your school bus tire program.

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2001

Home-based training offers several benefits

Over the years, school bus manufacturers and vendors have developed classes that help technicians understand the latest body, chassis and engine enhancements. But the challenge lies in getting these busy technicians to a facility for training. From this obstacle arose the solution of home-based training, a less expensive and more convenient option.

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