Bills Bus

[BillsNick]

My Homeboys up in Rochester just bought an old "short bus" and they painted it and are in the process of turning it into the ultimate tailgate machine. Thought I would post some pics.

file:///C:/Documents%20and%20Settings/housem/My%20Documents/My%20Pictures/100_0905.JPG

[Gunzlingr]

You need to host your image on photobucket or something, you can't direct link like that to your hard drive.

[RedEyE]

Yeah, get those pics up, I'd like to see this thing.

[BillsNick]

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k275/Theoldmain/100_0739.jpg

[BillsNick]

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k275/Theoldmain/100_0905.jpg

[RedEyE]

Looks as if they have a long way to go.

[BillsNick]

the original

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k275/Theoldmain/100_0731.jpg

[L.A. Playa]

Looks as if they have a long way to go.

Bring back memories of your childhood ???

[BillsNick]

Yeah, there has been a lot more work done since these pictures too. They gutted the interior, and are installing flooring and Tailgating necessities.

[RedEyE]

Bring back memories of your childhood ???Kind of. We didn't have one of those fancy green pissing buckets that this one has.

[RedEyE]

Bring back memories of your childhood ???

Just wondering...if there was a bus that represented your childhood, would it be covered in pictures of your Uncle Steve's penis?

[BillsNick]

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k275/Theoldmain/100_0907.jpg

[PcA125]

My Homeboys up in Rochester just bought an old "short bus" and they painted it and are in the process of turning it into the ultimate tailgate machine.


Great idea. Sounds like a lot of fun :cheers:

[Gunzlingr]

That would be kick ass to do.

[RedEyE]

I've actually thought of doing a similar project. Something with a drop down grill, plasma TVs, built in coolers and satellite TV.

[L.A. Playa]

Just wondering...if there was a bus that represented your childhood, would it be covered in pictures of your Uncle Steve's penis?


???

[BillsNick]

We all used to have season tix, and it makes sense. The Bus has a lot to do with my decision to move back. Once they told me it was a done deal, there is no way I can't come back for that. Now, we all ride up together, with everything ready to go! It's brilliant.

[hammerbillsfan]

It's brilliant.

http://www.mustangmods.com/data/10900/brilliant.jpg

[Mitchy moo]

:respect:

[RedEyE]

Jesse James got it right:

http://dsc.discovery.com/fansites/monstergarage/episode/season2/slideshows/episode_31/episode_31.html

http://dsc.discovery.com/fansites/monstergarage/episode/season2/slideshows/episode_31/gallery/31_9_hzoom.jpg
http://dsc.discovery.com/fansites/monstergarage/episode/season2/slideshows/episode_31/gallery/31_10_hzoom.jpg
SPECS

Make: Cadillac
Model: Escalade ESV
Year: 2004
Height: 74.2 inches
Width: 79.5 inches
Length: 221.4 inches
Length With Parts Extended: 239.4 inches
Ground Clearance: 10.7 inches
Weight: 5,820 pounds

Artist: Stacey Sunada, Lava Lab, Pasadena, Calif.
Painter: Mike Lavallee, Killer Paint, Snohomish, Wash.

Hydraulics: There are three pumps powering five cylinders: the first pump powers the two rear doors (each with one cylinder); the second powers the side window (each with one cylinder); and the third powers the rear hatch with one cylinder. Separate pumps were required because each action required a different pressure setting.
Moving Parts: Includes motorized platforms for the grill and bar/serving counter, and hydraulic cylinders for the rear hatch, rear doors and rear windows — all of which are remote-controlled.
Special Welds: Special welds were required for the handmade stainless-steel grill firebox and flame spout, the mount and brackets for the 42-inch plasma TV, the tracks for the grill and bar platforms, the platform extension for the propane tank and the metal-tubing frame for the window-speaker housing.
Additional Acquired or Machined Parts: Includes auto parts, audio and video equipment, and beverage-related items.
Auto parts: dual alternator kit
* second battery
* 110-volt power inverters
* front axle brake kit
* two power window motors for grill and bar

Audio Equipment: 2,000-watt digital bass amp
* 1,200-watt full range amp
* 10-inch subwoofers
* 6-inch by 9-inch speakers
* 6-inch by half-inch speakers

Video Equipment: 42-inch plasma screen television and mount
* 17-inch flat-screen television
* 7-inch in-dash motorized fold-out television
* in-dash DVD player
* Xbox game console
* satellite dish and receiver

Beverage Equipment: beer tower with tap handle
* soda gun
* portable cooler
* 120-foot beer cooling coil
* soda cooling plate
* CO2 tank and regulator
* 3-gallon soda-syrup tanks
* 5-gallon soda-water tank
* various hoses and fittings

Body Modifications: Includes modifying the rear-door hinges to open to 90 degrees, removing and hinging the rear windows, and modifying the rear-hatch hinges to open wider.
Biggest Challenge: Mounting the 42-inch plasma television to the rear hatch and powering it remotely using hydraulics was the biggest challenge the builders faced. Many factors were involved, including weight, location and position of the television, and engineering the hydraulics, cylinders and hinge system to work properly.
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[BillsNick]

I don't think ours will be that good, but it is coming along nicley!

[Bill Brasky]

that rules nick!

[BillsNick]

The kicker? They only paid $1,000.00 for the thing and it runs perfect.

[RedEyE]

I don't think ours will be that good, but it is coming along nicley!

Yes it is. I wish that I could free up some money to do the same.

[RedEyE]

What kind of bus is it? Make and model?

[BillsNick]

1990 Ford Econoline Bus with 67k miles.

[The last buffalo fan]

1990 Ford Econoline Bus with 67k miles.

:up: It was a great deal.

[BillsNick]

:up: It was a great deal.

Hell yeah, brother. It was just meant to be. They are working on the Charging Buffalo on the side.

[L.A. Playa]

domnt know how much these cost but probbaly would be ahell of alot easier http://www.stripeman.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=Vehicle+Wraps

[THATHURMANATOR]

Billsnick that is AWESOME!! How much did the bus cost? My crew was thinking of doing this also.

[BillsNick]

Billsnick that is AWESOME!! How much did the bus cost? My crew was thinking of doing this also.


$1,000.00 !!!!!

[shelby]

Sweet!

[nolimit]

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k275/Theoldmain/100_0907.jpg

Looks good!

[nolimit]

Just wondering...if there was a bus that represented your childhood, would it be covered in pictures of your Uncle Steve's penis?

:spit:

[zone]

sweet bus!

[The_Philster]

Looks sharp :up: I'd love to do something like that if I ever get the money

[zone]

Yea we got it for a grand, but have about $2000 into it and counting. All the little things add up.

[billsburgh]

Yea we got it for a grand, but have about $2000 into it and counting. All the little things add up.
it will be well worth it though. looks like it will be pretty nice when it's done. will it be ready for the home opener?

[Michael82]

Looks pretty sweet! I'd love to see it at the BillsZone tailgate sometime when it's done. :D

[zone]

it will be well worth it though. looks like it will be pretty nice when it's done. will it be ready for the home opener?
Yes, it's actually making the trip today to the game to test it out.

[THATHURMANATOR]

$1,000.00 !!!!!
Where do you look to find something like that? I know my crew would love to get a Van atleast.

[zone]

Where do you look to find something like that? I know my crew would love to get a Van atleast.
I found it on craigslist.

[RedEyE]

Where do you look to find something like that? I know my crew would love to get a Van atleast.

Thurm, let's build one!

[zone]

Where do you look to find something like that? I know my crew would love to get a Van atleast.
http://rochester.craigslist.org/cgi-bin/search?areaID=126&subAreaID=0&query=van&catAbbreviation=car&minAsk=min&maxAsk=max&addTwo=

[THATHURMANATOR]

Thurm, let's build one!
:hi5: I am all about it! My brother is a mechanic and has Bills season tix!

[THATHURMANATOR]

There is a decent van on there for 2700!

[THATHURMANATOR]

I like the 200 dollar van. PRICE IS FIRM!!!

[RedEyE]

I like the 200 dollar van. PRICE IS FIRM!!!

I'm dead serious. When I move back I'm looking into doing something like this. I can work a plasma torch and a MIG. My Dad has a boat load of friends in WNY that work or tinker in mechanics...painting etc. We could rig something sweet.

[THATHURMANATOR]

I'm dead serious. When I move back I'm looking into doing something like this. I can work a plasma torch and a MIG. My Dad has a boat load of friends in WNY that work or tinker in mechanics...painting etc. We could rig something sweet.
I am also RED!! I almost bought a van last year but it was sold before I went to inquire.

[RedEyE]

I like the small bus idea. We could get a couple of live taps that can be accessed from the side of the van, a nice grill that is maybe rigged to a handicap ramp, have to get a sweet flat screen with satellite TV and intense surround sound to be enjoyed from the outside of the bus. So many possibilities.

[The last buffalo fan]

Yes, it's actually making the trip today to the game to test it out.

:up:

[The last buffalo fan]

I like the small bus idea. We could get a couple of live taps that can be accessed from the side of the van, a nice grill that is maybe rigged to a handicap ramp, have to get a sweet flat screen with satellite TV and intense surround sound to be enjoyed from the outside of the bus. So many possibilities.

:bandwagon

Great idea, I wish I could help .................................. but no mas green card :ill:

[RedEyE]

:bandwagon

Great idea, I wish I could help .................................. but no mas green card :ill:

You could bring the nachos!

[The last buffalo fan]

You could bring the nachos!

Libre??

[THATHURMANATOR]

I like the small bus idea. We could get a couple of live taps that can be accessed from the side of the van, a nice grill that is maybe rigged to a handicap ramp, have to get a sweet flat screen with satellite TV and intense surround sound to be enjoyed from the outside of the bus. So many possibilities.
OMG I am pumped!!! Move back so we can get started! I guarantee my buddies would love this and throw in cash!(at least 5 or 6 guys!)

[zone]

Yea the games are going to be awsome this year with the bus. Max fun!

[mybills]

zone, where do you guys tailgate? :D

[zone]

zone, where do you guys tailgate? :D
The huge parking lot to the left of 7'11 (if you were looking at the stadium) on Southwestern..

[BillsNick]

The huge parking lot to the left of 7'11 (if you were looking at the stadium) on Southwestern..

I godda make it for the home opener!

[zone]

I godda make it for the home opener!
Make it happen punk!

[Historian]

Looks sharp :up: I'd love to do something like that if I ever get the money

Just tie some pom-poms onto your antenna, and off you go...

:D

[BillsNick]

Make it happen punk!

I'm working on it

[G. Host]

The kicker? They only paid $1,000.00 for the thing and it runs perfect.

Probably costs more for insurance per year than that! Sweet!

[G. Host]

:bandwagon

Great idea, I wish I could help .................................. but no mas green card :ill:

All you need to do to help is give green dollars not have a green card :D

[ublinkwescore]

Yeah, there has been a lot more work done since these pictures too. They gutted the interior, and are installing flooring and Tailgating necessities.

You guys should install retractable awnings on the sides and turn the interior into a taco truck. and put a trailer hitch on the back so you can haul a trailer holding a bathtub that will be secured to it so you can fill it with ice and throw a couple kegs in it - that would be awesome - sorry, I'm not trying to poop on your buddy's ideas - I'm sure he'll make it just as good if not better than my ideas.

[BillsNick]

Bump

[Gunzlingr]

Better post some pics of the Bills Bus in Action.

[BillsNick]

Better post some pics of the Bills Bus in Action.


For sure. I ain't flying up from Florida for nuthin!

[ublinkwescore]

got any new pics of it?

Thank you for ignoring the Taco truck idea - it looks sick so far - can't wait to see pics of it in action.

[G. Host]

I do not see the buckets for throwing up after getting drunk after winning/losing game?


http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k275/Theoldmain/100_0907.jpg

[BillsNick]

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k275/Theoldmain/100_0739.jpg

Note the green bucket by the door.

[BillsNick]

got any new pics of it?

Thank you for ignoring the Taco truck idea - it looks sick so far - can't wait to see pics of it in action.

Maybe tomorrow. they're finishing up the stereo system today. They had an artist paint the streaking buffalo on both sides. :dance:

[Luisito23]

Can't wait to see those pics bro....



GO BILLS!!!!!!