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Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
- luvrbus
- Club Member
- Posts: 2981
- Joined: Mon Oct 13, 2008 12:50 pm
- FMCA #: F262917
- Bus Model: 05
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
Manny, not Bill but you can buy the arms at School Bus Parts.com,Rome Truck Parts or Chalks School Bus Parts you can also buy the electric washers there also if you need the washer set up
good luck
good luck
- gpzzdrm
- Club Member
- Posts: 543
- Joined: Fri Oct 10, 2008 1:25 pm
- FMCA #: F251204
- Bus Model: 1978 - 05 / Cummins ISM 450 / Allison HT740
- Location: Carson City, NV
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
Good job Manny on the description of the change. I did the same thing several years ago after our trip to Alaska where the wipers had to be used a lot and I got tired of the problems with the old air wipers. I too found that Autex was a bit pricey, but in the long run was worth it. I brought mine through International Bus Parts which was even worse than buying them directly from Autex.
One thing I did was to buy new panto-graph arms and wipers. I went with longer arms which allowed longer wiper blades. That clears a larger area of the windshield. Not being a high-driver, it means my wife has a better view as the wipers are clearing a higher area of the windshield than the original wipers. Something to think about if you take on the project to convert to the electric wipers or not. BTW, the Autex people, Miguel in particular) are very helpful and cooperative to deal with.
Bill
One thing I did was to buy new panto-graph arms and wipers. I went with longer arms which allowed longer wiper blades. That clears a larger area of the windshield. Not being a high-driver, it means my wife has a better view as the wipers are clearing a higher area of the windshield than the original wipers. Something to think about if you take on the project to convert to the electric wipers or not. BTW, the Autex people, Miguel in particular) are very helpful and cooperative to deal with.
Bill
1978 05 Eagle with 450HP Cummins ISM / Allison HT740
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
- Songman
- Club Member
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- Joined: Tue Oct 07, 2008 1:48 am
- FMCA #: F404262
- Bus Model: 1993 Silver Eagle Model 15-45
- Location: Nashville, TN
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Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
Wanna share the $300 method with us in a General post, Clifford? Lord know I want to get rid of the air wipers on both of my buses!
Dale Houston
1993 Eagle 15-45
Nashville, TN
1993 Eagle 15-45
Nashville, TN
- gpzzdrm
- Club Member
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- Joined: Fri Oct 10, 2008 1:25 pm
- FMCA #: F251204
- Bus Model: 1978 - 05 / Cummins ISM 450 / Allison HT740
- Location: Carson City, NV
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
Manny, I got my wiper arms from Autex with the order for the electric wipers. I can't remember the length, but if you wish, I will be happy to measure them. The combination of the longer arms and the longer blades makes a big difference.
I am sure that Clifford is right in that if you shop around there are other sources.
Bill
I am sure that Clifford is right in that if you shop around there are other sources.
Bill
1978 05 Eagle with 450HP Cummins ISM / Allison HT740
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
- buscrazyinFL
- Club Member
- Posts: 655
- Joined: Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:47 pm
- FMCA #: F385289
- Bus Model: 1972 Eagle 05
Vin # 8851 - Location: Winter Haven, FL
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
Bill, I would like to know how long they are thanks.
Manny & Darlene's
1972 Silver Eagle 05
VIN # 8851
8V71 / HT740 4 Speed Automatic
1972 Silver Eagle 05
VIN # 8851
8V71 / HT740 4 Speed Automatic
- gpzzdrm
- Club Member
- Posts: 543
- Joined: Fri Oct 10, 2008 1:25 pm
- FMCA #: F251204
- Bus Model: 1978 - 05 / Cummins ISM 450 / Allison HT740
- Location: Carson City, NV
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
Manny,
The arms are 32 inches long and the wipers are 26 inches. They clear the windshield to about 1 1/2 inches from the top.
Bill
The arms are 32 inches long and the wipers are 26 inches. They clear the windshield to about 1 1/2 inches from the top.
Bill
1978 05 Eagle with 450HP Cummins ISM / Allison HT740
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
- buscrazyinFL
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- Joined: Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:47 pm
- FMCA #: F385289
- Bus Model: 1972 Eagle 05
Vin # 8851 - Location: Winter Haven, FL
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
Thanks Bill that will be my next project. I was looking at all the posting I have put on my project page and it is a lot. I want to take this time and say thanks to every one that has help me with my Eagle. Also for all the nicest comments THANK YOU!!!
Manny & Darlene's
1972 Silver Eagle 05
VIN # 8851
8V71 / HT740 4 Speed Automatic
1972 Silver Eagle 05
VIN # 8851
8V71 / HT740 4 Speed Automatic
- buscrazyinFL
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- FMCA #: F385289
- Bus Model: 1972 Eagle 05
Vin # 8851 - Location: Winter Haven, FL
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
POST # 62
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Manny & Darlene's
1972 Silver Eagle 05
VIN # 8851
8V71 / HT740 4 Speed Automatic
1972 Silver Eagle 05
VIN # 8851
8V71 / HT740 4 Speed Automatic
- rusty
- Moderator
- Posts: 1547
- Joined: Thu Oct 09, 2008 3:22 pm
- FMCA #: F341087
- Bus Model: 1972 05 completed 2003
1994 15/45 in progress - Location: Johnstown Co.
- gpzzdrm
- Club Member
- Posts: 543
- Joined: Fri Oct 10, 2008 1:25 pm
- FMCA #: F251204
- Bus Model: 1978 - 05 / Cummins ISM 450 / Allison HT740
- Location: Carson City, NV
Re: Manny & Darlene's Eagle 05
I say Wow too!
Bill
Bill
1978 05 Eagle with 450HP Cummins ISM / Allison HT740
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.