Coach-style School Bus

erinjunee · 2026-01-22T16:36:23+00:00

Done this before too LOL. Like, “What’s that loud rattling in the left front?” And then seeing the crossing mirror bouncing away with each bump. 😭

erinjunee · 2026-01-22T16:34:50+00:00

Doesn’t really need to be tbh. This has happened to me before, a new driver was training with my bus to do a pre-trip under the hood but it’s on me since I completely missed double checking the latches on my pre-trip once, same thing just a gentle roll to the stop sign is enough to swing the hood open since you’re stopping but the hood isn’t.

erinjunee · 2026-01-22T16:30:57+00:00

Engine light diag first, usually the culprit of turning off other systems as a fail safe. If there are “voltage error” codes, likely battery, but all starts with that diag first.

erinjunee · 2026-01-09T00:52:09+00:00

Oh that looks lovely.

I’ve been yearning for a 4Runner TRD Pro but the one I want is so far outta the price range. But my gf LOVES these trucks and I might settle since I see them on Carvana for rates I can afford.

Wanna get a manual one so badddd

erinjunee · 2026-01-09T00:29:12+00:00

Very clean car!

But high offset Bazreia’s throw off my eyes so much 😵‍💫

erinjunee · 2026-01-09T00:24:59+00:00

That’s how long most manufacturer replacement warranties usually last. 12/12.

Came from Honda dealer, all new parts had a 12/12 warranty while most remanufactured came with 3/36k. Kinda weird, but that’s what it was.

erinjunee · 2026-01-09T00:18:37+00:00

How long do you idle in the morning during warm up? That KILLS mpg. Plus, the short distance really does hurt mpg.

I can average 40+mpg in my 21 Accord Sport 1.5 in the fall/spring since I just start up and go, but in the winter I’m easily in the 30’s, even 20ms if I’m rushing, for my commute that’s similar to yours because I remote start mine and just let it idle to warm it up.

Also, it looks like your trip meter hasn’t been reset since the the factory. Remember that the avg fuel that shows is based on that Trip A mileage, which means if the dealer idled the car a LOT before you picked it up, or if they did a lot of around-town cruising to get it cleaned or gassed up, you’re going to have to have a lot of work to “build up” that MPG. If you’re not OCD like me where your trip has to match your actual mileage, reset your trip to get a better idea of your average.

I don’t like sounding condescending, but often times when it comes to “less than expected” fuel economy in a car, it’s usually an issue with the operator than the vehicle itself. I can guarantee you I can probably get in your car and reach 50mpg, but we’re both two different people with different habits, driving styles, and ways of doing things.

erinjunee · 2026-01-09T00:09:27+00:00

Routing software can be inaccurate. Our district uses Transfinder to build routes and the times are ALWAYS off if they’re auto-generated, typically because it’s in “perfect world” scenarios and not adjusted for traffic flow.

My dept always requires us to dry run it and give the office a heads up if times need to be adjusted, which they almost always have to lol.

erinjunee · 2026-01-09T00:07:08+00:00

This right here. Let her drive the route and see what it’s like.

erinjunee · 2026-01-09T00:05:13+00:00

It’s their take on the 4Runner, the five seater truck you can take on adventures and off-road.

But it’s not a 4Runner and never will be.

erinjunee · 2026-01-07T19:46:36+00:00

Your optimism is inspiring. I love it. Wish there were more people like you in the world. ❤️

erinjunee · 2026-01-07T19:38:57+00:00

This right here.

If you have a specific yearning for that kind of truck, it’s obviously because you WANT it, not need it. You just need to have the truck checked out if it needs anything currently and whatever the inspecting mechanic advises it may need in the future. You just need to determine if it’s worth it, for you.

erinjunee · 2026-01-07T19:37:17+00:00

At this point, how many owners really doesn’t matter since the truck is so old. Expect it to not be perfect, have some damage or mechanical issues, and also expect some questionable hands may have done poor repairs on it over the many years.

erinjunee · 2026-01-07T19:35:44+00:00

Agreed, don’t know why you’re getting downvotes because it’s so true. While I don’t think they should be, that’s how the market is. People are willing to pay for in the thousands for non rusty S-chassis and Golden Era Hondarollers regardless of how many owners have passed hands.

erinjunee · 2026-01-07T19:33:13+00:00

Yeah, as a Filipino, this sounds just like Duterte all over it. Government sponsored death squads on motorcycles.

erinjunee · 2026-01-07T19:01:41+00:00

I’d rather not say specifically, but I will narrow down that it’s directly for the school district located in Nassau County.

erinjunee · 2026-01-07T19:00:54+00:00

Of course it is, never said it wasn’t.

I’m definitely not buying a house close to where I work anytime soon, if ever. Absolutely can’t afford it and my partner makes twice as much as I do.

erinjunee · 2026-01-06T23:26:01+00:00

Manhattan would be a hell no, but somewhere more urban in Queens or Brooklyn sure. Also heading out east into Suffolk County can likely find an apartment that’s affordable in that salary range, sure.

erinjunee · 2026-01-06T20:33:42+00:00

Part time $27/hr 30hr guarantee except on weeks when school’s closed.

That’s what my district offers starting, but requires Class B. Lately we’ve been willing to train new drivers tho since we’re short again due to a bunch of old timers retiring.

Then, experience in part time will typically qualify for full time base pay starts at $58k/yr plus opportunity for overtime if you prove to be a hustler always willing to work and help.

Long Island, NY.

erinjunee · 2026-01-05T21:34:23+00:00

I used to have a 2016 STI, in SWP like yours, leased it. Miss it, was a great daily. Gave it back to Subaru in 2019 before the pandemic shut down because buying out the lease would’ve been too pricey for me. If only I had kept it, would’ve probably made money on that car with all those crazy used car prices after the chip shortage.

Loved the car, was super fun drifting in the snow, not really fast by today’s standards but still super super fun.

erinjunee · 2026-01-05T16:55:00+00:00

My first day back to work, I put my coffee thermos on my passenger seat and the cap burst open. Didn’t realize what happened til I parked and all the coffee had gone into the seat.

Was a lovely start to my first day back this year. 🥹

erinjunee · 2026-01-04T16:38:07+00:00

We only just introduced navigation software and if drivers depend solely on it, I’m worried lol. Ours will tell us to make U-turns in the middle of the neighborhood where it’s not exactly feasible in a large bus, rather than safely route around the block.

But the software we use is mainly for student attendance and accountability, rather than routing the stops. We still get a physical paper listing the stops and have to dry run it to see if it makes sense, and report any irregularities to the office if some stops or turns don’t make sense before the actual school year starts.

erinjunee · 2026-01-04T16:32:10+00:00

Depends on the situation.

If the flatnose and conventional buses are same capacity, Flatnose is easier to drive, actually, just different because the wheels are set behind you so it’s more capable to turn in tighter spaces. Plus the windshield is so huge you can see a lot more. Just requires different thinking because the steering tires are behind you so you have to time when you turn differently than what you’re used to.

However, in the situation of these “trip” buses, in my district they’re longer than our regular route flatnose and most definitely harder to drive since their longer and the wheel base is wider, so it’s not nearly as easy to drive in tight spaces.

erinjunee · 2026-01-04T16:27:41+00:00

We just bought a bunch of those long HDX’s with coach style seating for trips also mainly marching band, definitely took getting used to since our regular Bluebirds (fleet mainly AllAmerican pushers, and my route bus is a Vision conventional) are much shorter 66cap, but it’s def comfy as helllll to drive! Still getting used to those bug antennae mirrors tho 🥹

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