Gm bus 4106 super clean rv conversion. Getting it back on the road.
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- Опубликовано: 8 авг 2019
- Today i got this bus up and running and back on the road again. It’s been sitting for 3 years. One of the nicest and cleanest 4106’s you will ever see. Fixed a couple air leaks, stuck injectors, sticking throttle and a few other odds and ends. Test drive and a great tour of this bus. 1st start of detroit diesel 8v71 in three years. No smoke at all. It just ran great, what a great engine. The bus is for sale. $20,000 contact me if you are interested. He has owned the bus for 30 years. He’s looking for the right buyer, a true bus nut. He does not have a cell phone. I can get you in contact with him if you are a serious buyer. This is a super nice 4106. Being stored indoors for 30 years has really made this a true gem.
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This bus is probably sold. But if the deal falls through I’ll let you know and contact potential buyers in the order that i received them. I had over 20 inquiries. If it works out right i can follow the new owner back to the Midwest after burning man.
Hey 👋 Steve. Why are we not surprised? Back to looking for a newer para transit van or bus & living bare bones. God may be testing my vow of poverty!
So many years camping in the woods with Scouts, cross-country motorcycle, bike & car camping, a Stealth Van is Sweet & we will be so grateful. Would you consider being my “Bus Guy” for RV Systems mentoring as I search for a suitable base. There is a guy in PA with a variety of ex para-transit coaches, many city-geared. Anyway, keep up the good work, & keep looking for the “Sweet Melissas” out there!
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Dang this is the guy in the Seattle area where am I on the list?
I hope I am on the list - I sent an email.
Three Interested potential new owners on this thread 🧵
Unsure of Steve’s process. He mentioned the owner is looking for the buyer that seems best for the bus - like an adoption!
We understand, after wife Darla passed, we let her new Baldwin piano go to a young Korean mother (& student here at IU (whose son needed a decent piano at home) go for a fraction of what we could have sold if for; just to see it in the hands of someone who would use it in Joy! Good Vibes. (:
@@dhuntsmith who's Steve?
I got my coach licence in a PD4106/653 way back when. you can't beat that sound, I just love it
The 4106 was probably one of the most beautiful coaches produced by GM back in the day. It's great to see you doing your part to get it back on the road. Thanks for the video.
$20,000 for that bus is a steal! I kept re reading the figure, making sure it was not $200,000!
The exterior is impeccable , I did not see any blemish, dent, corrosion, the paint was like new and not 5 layers thick where the paint obscures the rivets, that wiring and the entire setup is first class.
I drove a Detroit 8V92 in a 1974 GMC day cab, it was a tiny cab sitting atop the big blown V* that looked like a Top Fuel engine to me with the blower and a turbo feeding into the blower!
My truck had a million miles but ran strong, it used a gallon of oil every day and did smoke , that motor of yours sounds sweet and did not smoke at all which is astounding. Someone took care of the bus that is clear, the closer you look the better it looks, What a steal at $20,000!
There is no way you could even buy the bus in that condition with no conversion done yet!!
To repower that thing might cost $20,000 if you went to a dealer.
I see no need for folks to be driving fast...ESPECIALLY when on a test drive in a bus that hasn't seen the road in over 3 years!
Tires are old, systems have been shut down for years...good time for issues to come to the surface (and bad ones too!!) Throttle sticks when you get home, huh?? Didn't surprise me.
C'mon man...you're in a bus! What's the frikken hurry!
Another winning video, keep 'em coming!!
Shockingly beautiful coach! We motorhead/gearheads are always talking about "barn finds". There was one yesterday of a farmer's estate in Wheaton, MN. So many barn finds are dusty, dirty, rusty mouse eaten. His were almost all in his barns for decades. Classic 50s and older all only dusty with low tires. Barn find heaven for us. But this coach is the ultimate Barn Find of the highest caliber. Seriously. I'm guessing basically a turnkey with little needed. As you mentioned, Scott, 20 year old tires are a concern, not sure of an inspection by a state DOT or Fed DOT would approve but not a deal breaker by any means. Also amazing is the $20K price. There's a special buyer out there who can afford it and truly appreciate and care for it and enjoy it. Awesome video, Scott!
Aaah inside storage.. That is why this bus is still so good. Also, 20.000????? That's A STEAL. Shockingly good deal imho.
Classic motorcoaches can be a tough sell. They have a loyal but small following.
This is a Gorgeous Coach, nicer than most newer ones.
I would prefer this Coach than a newer one any day!
Awesome Job!
Nice bus and that instant start after sitting for three years was very impressive. BGM does his magic again!
Good fuel and compression---no reason why it shouldn't start.
Sitting at work watching BGM on a Friday. Life is good!!!
first thing i look at in my work mailbox also
Yep. Look forward to sitting down at the end of the day and catch the latest vidya.
The man drives that bus like a pro.
@5:46 The dog's look says that he liked the bus better when it sat quiet for 3 years🤣
A 4106 in that kind of condition is certainly worth the price. Given that it’s lived most its life indoors, I suspect the roof is ok too. I wasn’t really in the market yet, but this really has me thinking about it.
so far i have only watched the first 8:30 of the video ,, that is a sweet sounding 8V-71 ,,, music to my ears and it sure sounds healthy , no hunting or smoke at all
It's almost funny Scott and a lot like I am as far as caution and safety regarding first drive in a long sitting or majorly repaired vehicle. I sensed the same tone nervousness in your voice listening to your comments such as brake check, speed, trees and so on. I even tend to go one step further and stop after 5 or 10 minutes on local roads and do a walk around and visually check tires, bay and engine doors, and no major leaks, steam smoke noises are apparent for a piece of mind. I know on one occasion I had left one of my engine bay doors swinging in the wind. But it would only take one time with a peddle to the metal attitude for something catastrophic to happen.
Agreed. Better safe than sorry.
One of the best buses I seen. Everything works, A loved bus. That guy knows how to keep a bus. You should have bought it yourself. "" Clean""
Freddy Byrne - It should be sold to a Collector who loves preserving American Living History! The type who keeps “Warbirds” flying and wooden boats floating. We are sure Larry and Colleen (having left her idle so long) will wait until the right new owner comes along.
Their beautiful Coach Home deserves no less! :{D}
I love how he called it sweetheart
Super clean is an understatement. First glance at the engine a guy can tell it was cared for. Normal seepage, no extra wires and hoses ran haphazardly, and that carries through the rest of the bus.
Definitely about the cleanest old coach I’ve seen that was just sitting. Hopefully someone young family will keep that Screamin Jimmy singing for another generation.
Nicest bus we have seen so far. Really nice!
I agree it’s the best one so far. It’s going to make a great RV for someone.
Poor guy just wants to give the bus a proper shakedown by drag racing, drifting, popping wheelies, and jumping ramps. But, NOOoooo...somebody is reluctant to become ONE with Nature. Pbbfft. >:)
Eddie the Grouch 😂😂😂😂😂🤣
That interior wood has a classic marine interior style to it. I like the handhold in the stairwell and the wood plugs hiding the fasteners.
Holy Smokes!! I've seen people spend 11K on a decent non-coverted bus! There is no way someone could build out , to this quality , for 9K.
Beautiful bus! I love the conversion inside. He’s so proud of it and it shows. I hope it finds a great home!
If I hadn’t already purchased my Eagle, I would snap that up in a heartbeat!
I like to see how calm you are and laugh at work even if there is sometimes a big problem. It's contagious thank you for great videos. Milan
The sides on that bus were in amazing shape, best I've seen in a while, Wow. 🇨🇦
Absolutely beautiful bus!!! Everything is in great shape (it seems!). The bus is so well equipped and in such good shape! I'm in awe! Greetings from Toronto, Canada.
nice looking bus, an external cleaning and cleane the motor bay and it will look like new
Thought the exact same thing. Pressure wash the engine "room" and a nice gentle soapy hand or soft carwash broom wash on the exterior and that coach is a true "time warp" experience.
We would love a retirement w/ our permanent hobby; detailing her out & leaving behind a museum-quality artifact of the now-dying “American Dream!” 🇺🇸
I too noticed the double clutching , it is an automatic reflex ,I have enjoyed and learned from the videos I am not unfamiliar with Diesels worked on many but they were all 4 strokes I own an MCI 5 w/671 parked and maybe resting forever had a Flx Visicoach w/452?53? wish I still had it as that coach was so accessible Many Years ago I worked for Continental Trailways as a Ticket clerk in the Reno office and we had a 4106 in the fleet as an extra and I remember the drivers loved that coach it was so much more spunkier that the Eagles. Before I bought the MCI looked at and wanted to buy a 4104 or 4106 but every thing I looked at was in such rundown condition or smelled of mildew even looked at an Eagle and made an offer my ambitions of boon-docking the west are over very settled in my hacienda in Baja keep up the videos
Very nice bus. A little dusty, but nothing a bath wouldn't fix!
He doesn't live in middle of nowhere, but you can see it from his porch.
Oh ... MY ... GOSH!!! I have GOT to go for a ride on this bad boy!!!! Sounds SO sweet!
Great video...good looking bus 👍👍👍😎
What a smooth, pleasurable drive through the boonies. Reminds me of my back & forth college treks to the U.P. from Milwaukee w/Greyhound in '66-'67..........but I SURELY DO NOT miss breathin' in all that damn cigarette smoke one had to endure if no front seats were available! The only bus I ever rode after that was when the Marine Corps sent their bus to retrieve us from Lindbergh Field as Marine recruits on our very short route to MCRD in '68! Semper Fi!
Beautiful outfit very well kept and thought out
Really nice bus. Love the paint job. 👍
Man that’s a really nice bus. It is set up really well. Paint job is really good as well.
Very nice looking bus, best one I have seen !
Someone will be happy buying this excellent bus.
VintageTexas59 - Absolutely!
For the right owner; someone with years of experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment (preferably with years of RV systems experience as well) it will become their most beloved possession.
For someone with more money than sense, it could (quite literally) spell their personal doom. At best, the bus would be smashed up, under-maintained, passed to other owners and eventually rot out somewhere.
Life is dangerous for old busses like “Sweet Melissa” (our name for her...) 💓🚎
You are correct, hopefully the next owner will be a responsible and knowledge about buses & RV living.
Nice name for this beauty by the way :)
That’s a really nice bus. The 4106 is beautiful coach.
A really nice bus...I enjoyed that video a lot !!
Great video. (as they all are) This bus is a beauty! GLWS to the seller. Seems like heck of deal. I also enjoy the driving videos. They make me realize how over due I am for a road trip. I don't want to be cliche but the journey getting there can be more fun than the destination. Safe travels!
Nicest 4106 I’ve seen. And finally an owner who knows how to double clutch.
Bill Moran - Seriously, most ‘civilians’ are happy to “grind us a pound” shifting when (once one knows one’s drivetrain) you get used to using the clutch only when launching and stopping. A properly worn-in non-synchronized transmission will let you gently offer the next gear, and literally take it from you.
Gotta gingerly manage it (& be poised for the clutch) though; especially on the down-shifting side.. :{D}
I also noticed he didn't give it any throttle when letting out the clutch. Nice job sir!
4106 was a real hot rod if there were no injector problems. Yes it would do about 52 mph in third gear and 70 plus flat out in fourth. So much more smooth power than the 671 powered 4104. Same size coach and I don't think any heavier.
Hello Scott.....a new subscriber over the last couple of days. I've been able to watch several of your videos. It is incredible how you help bring life back into these treasures.
As the youtube logic guided me to your channel as I was watching videos about motorhomes, I certainly am sad that I've missed the boat on this 4106 sale by a year. But, now I have the notification bell selected, as well as I received access to your forum.
Safe travels!
Really nice construction inside, pure quality and details. And the owner, damm drives this big beast like a kei car.
fantastic bus for a great price.. great vid bgm
My goodness what a beautiful beautiful bus, just waiting for a new family. Ready to go amazing.
He asked $20k. I would have insulted him by paying that. Here’s $40k.
I’m always missing these deals.
Running for Greyhound, we would use the "Smokers" for Mosquitoes control running from Chicago to Marquette Mich. Mostly the MCI 8 and 9's. Once in a while the 102's...
This conversion is BEAUTIFUL ! Thank you for showing it.
It is for sure
I’m amazed at how many of these that have sat for so long fire right up.
I seen a few nice buses but this one is a gem. I hope that the right person comes along and take it on the run for another 20 years.. I myself would love to have one like this as I am a bus nut thats more into schoolie but its nice to see a nicer bus than a schoolie
Great video. You handle the camera well and clear pictures - good job on the wrenches too!
I'm really new to your channel. I've into the whole camper bus movement a long time. I really like how you do your channel. The bus your showing is by far a very good deal. I will be watching see ya.... Gary.
Way better than a tiny home.
Scott you were right when you said this was a really nice bus. Owner can drive, shift and make that beauty fly. The garage could use about one more inch of wiggle room though. In my opinion this was one of the best looking and running vehicles in the BGM video gallery.
Wow...the exterior on the bus is mint...be a great 1st bus for someone....
That lane must be thrilling in the winter...)
Stunning! 20,000 is a steal!
Nice bus. 20k is a steal for a nice ready to run coach. It's a little dated
, but it's clean and will make someone a nice ready to go RV.
dennis smith - A 30 year old bus conversion is NEVER just a “nice ready to go RV” like you might buy for $500K - $1M new.
You know, I THOUGHT I wanted a 4104, but this vid almost has me convinced that an '06 is the real way to fly! Almost.
This was a beautiful bus, but it's not a 4101. Imagine a 4104 in this condition. and it does exist somewhere. You just have to search it out. Happy hunting.
Nah, I'm pretty much sold on the get up and go of the 8v71, and even more so on the power steering!
The woodwork on this bus is gorgeous!
Nice job, & awesome bus
Not a driveway I'd like in the winter...😁
A beauty of a bus. Thanks.
Wow, lots of bus for that price. Great showing.
Just saw the video today, very nice unit!
This looks like one heck of a beautiful bus for $20k. I’d love to own it.
Wow so it had some get up and go in it still lol super nice
This breaks my heart...bad timing....I'm now doing the research and looking for a 4104/6. Scott's blessing would have made this an easy purchase.
Scott's right on about those tires. UV or not they still dry rot. I'd be puckered too! First stop should be the tire shop.
And the next stop after that should be the Blue Beacon!
@@michigandon I would actually suggest a different truck wash. That old girl deserves a hand was not a pressure wash job at streakin beacon
@@elonmust7470 I've been to the BF Goodrich/Michelin factory and trained on tires. This included specialized training that included aviation tires. I am a retired 37 year FAA certified A&P mechanic and also worked in the truck tire industry having busted down more than I care to remember in between aviation jobs. There's reasons the DOT mandates that all tires be date coded. On average, tires loose their UV protective additive after 5-6 yrs. Depends on how much exposure they've had. The rubber becomes less pliable and harder after this time. It breaks down and the plies will start to separate. This is in regards to highway tires. Big huge off road equipment tires are a different animal.
You said "not roadworthy equipment". Big difference hauling equip around off road and going down a hot highway at sustained high speed. You'll never find any reputable trucking company running around on old (meaning over 2-3 year old) front steering tires. Yes, some do use caps on the drivers and virturally all use them on the trailers. Those won't wreck a truck if they go. Steering tires are the critical ones of course. One accident and you'd have million dollar lawsuits. Bottom line. We're not spreading unwarranted fear. We're speaking from years of experience, (at least I am). FWIW, I'm replacing the Michelin tires on the wife's car as they've been on almost 6 years. They only have about 27,000 miles on then and still have over 60% tread on them. Why? They're starting to weather check, I love her and will not gamble her life on tires showing age to save $400-500 dollars.
@@elonmust7470 Best guess.....10-15 over last 20 years best conservative guess. Just had a close friend buy a '77 Corvette in Florida that had been in storage for 7+ years (Estate sale thing). Previous owner rarely drove the car before he passed away so they were at least 10+ years old. Tires were barely run near full tread Z Rated Goodyear Eagles. On the way home to Missouri one failed in Georgia and another within 300 miles after that. My buddy said they failed from the inside out.
You can choose not to believe. Believe whatever you want. However, to say we're spreading unfounded fear in light of a wealth of documentable evidence to the contrary, is simply incorrect. That's all I'm going to say.
Thats a beautiful bus!!
Very nice bus You could live in that
I love the sound of those Jimmies.
CRASH OF '08, INJURY, DIVORCE.. IN THAT ORDER..... HOW HARD I WOULD'VE WORKED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO LOVE THIS COACH FORWARD
A really nice bus, one of the nicest older conversions.
I like the slant windows like in the city type fishbowls
Very Very Nice Bus! I would love to own this vehicle!
Really nice bus!!
Great looking bus!
Beautiful bus!
Great job as usual!
Made a great video bro it sure is a beauty.
Smooth shifting!
It's beautiful. If I had room for it, I'd buy it. 20K is a steal.
What a steal! Makes me wish I hadn’t bought my travel trailer! 😢
Gorgeous bus
I like the way you say about the speed I used to on the RCMP chase boats after we hit 60 mile per hr over the big waves I don’t like being flying
That is a seriously nice bus, would kill to have that over here in NZ
Nice bus!
You should buy it ,you seem like you like it alot and it would be in the best of hands
tim moore - But who to love and live in Lenny⁉️ 🚍💕
His idealized self has not been fully actualized yet! :{D}
You can never have too big a bus barn! Also, town and country horns. Just like an older Aston Martin but much better!
Wow,,, I have $20,000 easily if this one is still for sale
I have been looking into solar power for Rv stuff and this is the candidate,,,
It needs full tire replacement. Once tires are 10 years old they start to crack unless you coat them once a year. The rubber degasses and gets hard. My tires on my truck were like new. Then I saw cracks on one. I brought it to my guy and asked for the date codes. All the tires were 10-12 years old. New Toyos right away. Japanese tires are high pressure and soft. Handle great. Don't drive much anymore. The tires will expire before I wear them out.
beautiful bus
Nice looking bus, seems like it would be well worth $20k.
Best line ...”my electrical does not look like that” 🤣
Beautiful 4106 would give both of my thumbs to own something like this. I really don't understand the 5 thumbs down though.
Great engine, great bus , great owner/ driver., great bargain.
Graeme Cocard - Possibly, a good bargain. One needs to consider the cost (beginning with $2-5K for tires/wheels) for systems upgrades to a Thirty Year Old Coach. Everything “appears” solid and serviceable, just not quite very fresh.
The wonderful thing about these coaches, is they can be endlessly modified to fit the owner’s lifestyle & they come with great tow capacity. (:
That dud likes to go fast, on old tires too, wow, but you held it together, we are proud of you. Great job, Great video, stay safe !!!
It was worth tuning in, just to watch him pull into the garage!
Hi Scott what a nice bus thanks again for the clips if only I was in the states instead of England it is my dream to have a bus/ coach and go traveling but she who must be obeyed has other ideas
Maybe one day thanks and regards Derrick
Man I wish I had $20 k to spend , I’d be on that like white on rice ! Met a guy today in a 90 Provost w92 series displaying hit / miss and gas washing machines I mentioned you and he said he knows you well , I guess his son wants to be a Diesel mechanic just like you ! Lol