RESTORING SNOW 75: EPIC FIRST DAY OF TRANSFORMATION | BOMBARDIER

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In today's episode we start on the first day of restoration on the Snow 75 Model of Wide Gauge Bombardier. There were only 25 of these made and it sold originally to Brooks Equipment back in the day and became a fleet vehicle for the Manitoba Government. There is a lot of work that needs to be done on this machine and we expect 3-4 months of solid work on it. So stay tuned!
Bombardier is a Canadian company known for its innovation and excellence in the transportation industry. The company has been producing snow vehicles for more than 60 years, including snow buses that are used for passenger transport in extreme weather conditions.
Armand Bombardier from Valcourt, Quebec nailed a design that became a template for mechanized snow travel. His first product was a wood enclosed vehicle with tracks in the back and skis in the front that carried seven people. He began selling his B-7 in 1937. Through the war he was involved in making equipment for the war effort but in 1942 he produced a production model of the B-12. The B-12 was made of metal but followed the same design as the B-7 and he also built larger 18 passenger B-18 versions. Though they could be painted any colour the standard production model was a shade of yellow not unlike the colour of school buses and for the same reason, visibility.
The snow buses were designed to transport people in remote areas, such as logging camps and mining sites and all over the north by Natural Resources, as ambulances, school buses, mail delivery and bus/taxi operators. These early snow buses were rugged, durable, and able to travel over difficult terrain, including deep snow and ice.
Over time, Bombardier continued to innovate and improve upon its snow bus designs. In the 1960s, the company introduced the B12 snow bus, which was the first snow bus specifically designed for passenger transport. The B12 had a capacity of 12 passengers and was equipped with a powerful diesel engine, a heating system, and a comfortable interior. The operation of a Bombardier snow bus is similar to that of a conventional bus. The driver sits in a cab at the front of the vehicle and uses a steering wheel, accelerator, and brake pedals to control the bus. The snow bus is equipped with a powerful engine and a track system that allows it to travel over deep snow and ice.
The track system consists of rubber tracks that are attached to the wheels of the bus. The tracks provide traction and stability in snowy and icy conditions, allowing the bus to navigate difficult terrain safely.
The interior of a Bombardier snow bus is designed to provide maximum comfort for passengers. The bus is equipped with heating and ventilation systems that ensure a comfortable temperature inside the vehicle, even in extreme weather conditions. The seats are designed to be comfortable and provide ample legroom, and the bus is equipped with large windows that offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Repairing a Bombardier snow bus can be a complex and challenging process. The snow bus is a highly specialized vehicle that requires specialized knowledge and tools to repair. The track system, in particular, is a critical component of the snow bus that requires careful maintenance and repair. Bombardier snow buses have a long and successful history of providing safe and reliable transportation in extreme weather conditions. Their operation is similar to that of conventional buses, but their specialized track system allows them to navigate difficult terrain safely. Repairing a snow bus can be complex and challenging, requiring specialized knowledge and tools. #bombardier #restoration #carrestoration

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Great video men. ❤ Cheers from 2 Canadians 🇨🇦 living in Mexico. 🇲🇽✌🏼

[@luisbatista1103]

Great video as usual...thanks for posting 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@dadsrepairshop]

Thanks Luis!

[@nunavutrecording2540]

I need to do the same with my 78, working on getting a garage so hopefully I’ll be able to do that soon

[@dadsrepairshop]

this one will be in here for months

[@ClarenceOlsen-o2g]

Enjoying this project,it’s going to be an awesome rebirth.cheers guys

[@dadsrepairshop]

Going to be 3-4 months. Already miles ahead, so stay tuned.

[@ClarenceOlsen-o2g]

@@dadsrepairshop yes for sure and thank you for the nice return comment.

[@denniskemnitz3771]

Oscillating tool would work great for that loose paint 😊

[@dadsrepairshop]

already on it!

[@leewarry8641]

Grind door hinges ??? Why not just undo the hing bolts & save the hinges . If stuck a bit of wd40 if that don’t work a bit of heat . No way I’d let them touch my car rough as & bog merchants