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A new all-in-one vinyl seat repair kit comes with color-matched compounds, tools, and supplies to fix tears, holes, and punctures that kids won't be able to pick.
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Before the start of the heating season, auxiliary coolant heaters should be inspected for proper functioning and possible tuneup according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Read More →Planning a school bus maintenance garage? Explore key design considerations for repair bays, flooring, lighting, vehicle lifts, parts storage, and shop safety.
Read More →The Colorado State Pupil Transportation Association created a school bus technicians contest to give mechanics the chance to showcase their talents and compare their skills with counterparts from other districts.
Read More →School bus operators need to consider fleet size, budget limitations and water quality before purchasing a bus-washing system.
Read More →Know the basics of handling, storage and reduction, prepare an emergency plan and use care in choosing a disposal firm. The conclusion of a two-part article.
Read More →‘Minor’ improvements to school bus components, such as remote-control mirrors, take school bus safety to a new level.
Read More →Before installing an in-ground or surface lift, bus operators need to know the pros and cons of each type.
Read More →For the past 47 years, the Arkansas School Bus Mechanics Workshop has offered some of the best training available in school transportation.
Read More →For a variety of reasons I'll get to in a moment, the school bus industry will likely need to hang onto existing buses a bit longer and order more spa...
Read More →One of the most important parts of the pre-trip inspection of any school bus is the examination of the tires. Too many drivers merely thump the tires,...
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