udonkey Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 I've been talking about for a couple of years, and I've finally got the plans in place to get my Bills "Bandwagon" van/bus in motion. Making the trip from Cincy to WNY can be a challenge, especially when I currently drive a 2 door hatchback on a daily basis, so cargo & passenger room is very limited. At first, I was going to remodel a short bus, but I have found that they are in somewhat of high demand, so the pricing is outrageous. I can get a full sized school bus for a reasonable price, but who has the space to park one of those damn things (not to mention, it would get vandalized living in Bungle Country). I found (and should be purchasing very soon) a Dodge Ram cargo van - currently all white with no interior besides the two seats for the driver and passenger. Plans include: - All red paintjob with vinyl graphics (think 90's style helmet - thick white & blue "racing stripe" with charging bison on each side) - Custom bench seat to accomodate an extra 4-6 passengers. - Custom audio/video setup - audio by Sirius and/or small form factor PC - Generator on board, for extra juice for lighting, heating, etc. - At least 1 large flagpole As the buildup begins, I'll probably update this thread...soon with pictures (once I acquire the van). Wish me luck, and look for it soon... GO BILLS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 look foward to drinking in it with you . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generaLee83 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 I've been talking about for a couple of years, and I've finally got the plans in place to get my Bills "Bandwagon" van/bus in motion. Making the trip from Cincy to WNY can be a challenge, especially when I currently drive a 2 door hatchback on a daily basis, so cargo & passenger room is very limited. At first, I was going to remodel a short bus, but I have found that they are in somewhat of high demand, so the pricing is outrageous. I can get a full sized school bus for a reasonable price, but who has the space to park one of those damn things (not to mention, it would get vandalized living in Bungle Country). I found (and should be purchasing very soon) a Dodge Ram cargo van - currently all white with no interior besides the two seats for the driver and passenger. Plans include: - All red paintjob with vinyl graphics (think 90's style helmet - thick white & blue "racing stripe" with charging bison on each side) - Custom bench seat to accomodate an extra 4-6 passengers. - Custom audio/video setup - audio by Sirius and/or small form factor PC - Generator on board, for extra juice for lighting, heating, etc. - At least 1 large flagpole As the buildup begins, I'll probably update this thread...soon with pictures (once I acquire the van). Wish me luck, and look for it soon... GO BILLS! 764177[/snapback] Having a short bus to represent your devotion to the Bills would be amazing. I would just get worried that Willis would see it and regress back to his high school days and probably hop on and forget there was a game going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Sounds like an awesome idea. May I add one suggestion though? Kegerator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
udonkey Posted September 7, 2006 Author Share Posted September 7, 2006 Sounds like an awesome idea. May I add one suggestion though? Kegerator. 764251[/snapback] Perhaps...I could see a keg getting good and bubbly on the ~450 mile trip up....unless I found a distributor in WNY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary M Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Perhaps...I could see a keg getting good and bubbly on the ~450 mile trip up....unless I found a distributor in WNY. 764264[/snapback] Get some vibration isolators to mount it on. http://www.s-bgroup.com/rubberproducts/plateform-mounts.html And don't forget the bumper dumper. http://boortz.com/more/funny/redneck_pics_mobile_pooper.html I have a Chevy conversion van. and it is awesome. I just tossed a bench seat from a dodge van, it was too long. I am taking out the two captains seats in the middle and putting in a 3 pas. bench. I'll have room for 8 then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
udonkey Posted September 14, 2006 Author Share Posted September 14, 2006 Looks like I should know within a few days which van I'll be getting. I've held off on the local one with hopes of winning one on eBay...not going to link to it, because I'm still watching closely, but its definitely a cool one with a lot of the work already done...I'll update in a couple of days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 Looks like I should know within a few days which van I'll be getting. I've held off on the local one with hopes of winning one on eBay...not going to link to it, because I'm still watching closely, but its definitely a cool one with a lot of the work already done...I'll update in a couple of days. 773131[/snapback] Oh come on, link to it, so we can jack up the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
udonkey Posted October 5, 2006 Author Share Posted October 5, 2006 Its not the one that I originally wanted, but it fits the need: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAP...TRK%3AMEWA%3AIT All the others were full sized vans w/ V8 motors - not exactly the most practical for a 900 mile round trip 6-8 times per year. Fortunately, the V6 in this guy will probably save me some money in the long run. Now to figure out what I'm going to do about converting that GREEN into a more favorable appearance...might not happen until the offseason, but its a start! It should be making the trip up for the Patriots game - probably won't look like anything special then, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daquixers_is_back Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 Sounds dreamy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
udonkey Posted October 10, 2006 Author Share Posted October 10, 2006 Phase 1 of actually acquiring the van is complete. Sirius satellite receiver and Bills window film/license plate holder installed, meaning this thing is ready for its first trip up for the Patriots game. Phase 2 of painting it will most likely occur this winter/next spring, unless I get some time off and get really motivated. Some pictures of its humble beginnings: http://michaelgalati.com/thumbnails.php?album=19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted October 10, 2006 Share Posted October 10, 2006 Phase 1 of actually acquiring the van is complete. Sirius satellite receiver and Bills window film/license plate holder installed, meaning this thing is ready for its first trip up for the Patriots game. Phase 2 of painting it will most likely occur this winter/next spring, unless I get some time off and get really motivated. Some pictures of its humble beginnings: http://michaelgalati.com/thumbnails.php?album=19 801142[/snapback] Suggestions: Purchase one of those battery start units. 30 to 60 bucks...they also can easily recharge a cell phone. Ya never know. Also one of the 15 buck cig lighter-powered air pumps...ya never know, Part II. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
udonkey Posted October 11, 2006 Author Share Posted October 11, 2006 The concept for Phase 2. Input would be appreciated... http://michaelgalati.com/displayimage.php?album=19&pos=5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JÂy RÛßeÒ Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 The concept for Phase 2. Input would be appreciated... http://michaelgalati.com/displayimage.php?album=19&pos=5 801437[/snapback] Shouldn't it be red? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
udonkey Posted October 11, 2006 Author Share Posted October 11, 2006 Shouldn't it be red? 801439[/snapback] We considered it, but red would mean more vinyl, which would be more expensive. Also, the blue will cover up the existing green easier than red, also which would save some time and money. http://michaelgalati.com/displayimage.php?album=19&pos=6 It would look pretty badass though - red w/ a white (painted) brush guard on the front - would look just like a helmet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JÂy RÛßeÒ Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 We considered it, but red would mean more vinyl, which would be more expensive. Also, the blue will cover up the existing green easier than red, also which would save some time and money. http://michaelgalati.com/displayimage.php?album=19&pos=6 It would look pretty badass though - red w/ a white (painted) brush guard on the front - would look just like a helmet 801443[/snapback] Add the center stripes and you got something! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leh-nerd skin-erd Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 The concept for Phase 2. Input would be appreciated... http://michaelgalati.com/displayimage.php?album=19&pos=5 801437[/snapback] great idea. anything but the white van with ac in the front seat and the juice in the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted October 14, 2006 Share Posted October 14, 2006 Phase 1 of actually acquiring the van is complete. Sirius satellite receiver and Bills window film/license plate holder installed, meaning this thing is ready for its first trip up for the Patriots game. Phase 2 of painting it will most likely occur this winter/next spring, unless I get some time off and get really motivated. Some pictures of its humble beginnings: http://michaelgalati.com/thumbnails.php?album=19 801142[/snapback] Those designs are great, I prefer the blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted October 14, 2006 Share Posted October 14, 2006 Shouldn't it be red? 801439[/snapback] Looks better in blue though. JMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frez Posted October 14, 2006 Share Posted October 14, 2006 Nice ride....................I like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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