the front suspension on a nova sits on a solid beam front axle, makes a big difference in ride comfort and durability, i think novas are very well built.
@GordonFreemanD40 See it here all the time, 82 sick ass coughing people rubbing all up over you while the driver keeps yelling to push back. WHERE?! lol.
@ILoveJapan8 I have an RTS and I love it very much. It is a classic just like the fishbowl. Mine is the first model built in 1978. BUT things change and there is nothing noting wrong with this bus and I would LOVE to get my hands on one of these. 30 years from now folks will say the same thing about this bus you did on the RTS. There are folks that hate the RTS and want the Fishbowl which to me was not the best built bus. using plywood for structure? as time goes on buses get better.
Gillig Phantoms are built on a I beam frame stem to stern. Then the body is bolted to the frame with I beams welded to the side of the body. Every 5 feet. The body is square tubular with stressed stainless steel skin over the tubes it is a very well built bus and fairly ugly but well built. The tech guy there couldn't find his ass with both hands in a mirror. and they are not the most welcoming company I ever dealt with.
@leem9977 Yes, NABI is good too. Once you have an airbag system on your axles, you get a good smooth ride. Gillig now uses the airbag system on their newer models.
I am a transit ambassador and I have always wanted to learn how these public service buses are put together. Although that I wish that they would do one for Gillig. I always loved the Gillig and still do.
No sir! Gillig is a VERY, VERY Private company. Like KFC that have the secret herbs and spices to there operation. They almost NEVER give tours. But you can get a peek... They are located in Hayward, CA near the Hayward airport near CA Highway 92. Google it.
80 Passenger?! Are you kidding. even the longest articulated bus cant carry more than 65 passengers. A standard LF can only carry about 40 passengers if not less.
I am a public transit ambassador for Metro in St. Louis and I think you would love Gillig. I too know the Nova Bus Corporation due to that they were the ones that took over the bus building from GM. I remember the fishbowl buses. Those were a joke.
I really hate Nova busses they really loud and ear pearcing. However thanks for sharing this with us
emm048 5 months ago
the front suspension on a nova sits on a solid beam front axle, makes a big difference in ride comfort and durability, i think novas are very well built.
saskmatt7 9 months ago
80 people standing and sitting, crushload
GordonFreemanD40 11 months ago
@GordonFreemanD40 See it here all the time, 82 sick ass coughing people rubbing all up over you while the driver keeps yelling to push back. WHERE?! lol.
X8802 2 months ago
I really entered the bus they showed number at the end. :P
SuperToyotaLexus 1 year ago
Ugly piece of shit! I want to see a vid on how a RTS REAL Nova bus is made. Not this crap.
ILoveJapan8 1 year ago
@ILoveJapan8 I have an RTS and I love it very much. It is a classic just like the fishbowl. Mine is the first model built in 1978. BUT things change and there is nothing noting wrong with this bus and I would LOVE to get my hands on one of these. 30 years from now folks will say the same thing about this bus you did on the RTS. There are folks that hate the RTS and want the Fishbowl which to me was not the best built bus. using plywood for structure? as time goes on buses get better.
mikewarmblood 1 year ago
=O RTL 20401 when it was NEEW!!!!! SWEEEEEEEEEEET!!! XP
NovaBUSFan 1 year ago
Gillig Phantoms are built on a I beam frame stem to stern. Then the body is bolted to the frame with I beams welded to the side of the body. Every 5 feet. The body is square tubular with stressed stainless steel skin over the tubes it is a very well built bus and fairly ugly but well built. The tech guy there couldn't find his ass with both hands in a mirror. and they are not the most welcoming company I ever dealt with.
mikewarmblood 1 year ago
@leem9977 Yes, NABI is good too. Once you have an airbag system on your axles, you get a good smooth ride. Gillig now uses the airbag system on their newer models.
Streetcar1743 1 year ago
Lol so much dam glue is used no wonder they fall apart!
cactuarizamoron 1 year ago 7
That's STL Laval 0412 in the beginning of the video WOO
AntoDamicoShow 1 year ago
@AntoDamicoShow wooho!! !
AnAProductions151 1 year ago
HAHA! Stands up to corrosion. Yeah right!
SaidHead 2 years ago
I want to know how a Gillig Phantom is made
jamin108 2 years ago
nice
VipericVampire 3 years ago
Wish it showed a RTS. 80 passengers on a Nova LFS is a joke.
QueensBuses 3 years ago 5
I am a transit ambassador and I have always wanted to learn how these public service buses are put together. Although that I wish that they would do one for Gillig. I always loved the Gillig and still do.
Streetcar1743 3 years ago
No sir! Gillig is a VERY, VERY Private company. Like KFC that have the secret herbs and spices to there operation. They almost NEVER give tours. But you can get a peek... They are located in Hayward, CA near the Hayward airport near CA Highway 92. Google it.
rdj0690 3 years ago
I wonder if the basic construction is the same for New Flyer
D40LFR 3 years ago
80 Passenger?! Are you kidding. even the longest articulated bus cant carry more than 65 passengers. A standard LF can only carry about 40 passengers if not less.
Matteo42 4 years ago
80 including standees.
nlty2000 4 years ago
09,
I am a public transit ambassador for Metro in St. Louis and I think you would love Gillig. I too know the Nova Bus Corporation due to that they were the ones that took over the bus building from GM. I remember the fishbowl buses. Those were a joke.
Streetcar1743 3 years ago
that looks hard
jfs1988 4 years ago