The Help Assist listing is a database of people, all over the country, that are willing to lend a hand (or ear) to
someone stranded in a bus conversion. You might say "I don't know how to do anything." You don't have to. It would
be nice if we all were mechanics, or welders, or fabricators. But we are not. What you can do, is provide local
information for people that are stranded in or around your home town. You live there. You know the things that are
available on the side streets, the back roads, the little garages that have such a wealth of knowledge and
experience. You know where a person can get propane, a water bottle or even a letter mailed.
What the Help Assist list asks of you is to be able to answer the phone when someone needs help. Your answer
can make someone that is stranded feel comfortable in itself. If you can provide a service, that's a bonus, if , indeed,
you are a mechanic how much more wonderful could that be?
We all need help at some time or another. The Help Assist list is there for that reason alone. There are no fees to
sign up, your e-mail address is protected from harvesting, and you get to feel good about helping someone. Now
that's a good thing.
Please take the time to sign up. Just click on the Help Assist link and fill in and submit the form. I promise I will
never sell or give this list to any third party.
The following list of volunteers is provided FREE OF CHARGE .
These people have graciously offered their help and or expertise, without charge to you, in case of a breakdown in
their area.
Notice that the email address must be changed from AT to @ to work. (That keeps the Spammers out.)`
OHIO
Cincinnati:
Name: Paul & Claudiene
email:camillelbisserATfuse.net
Phone: 513-231-7064
Residence City: 1939 Mears Ave
Major Highway: I 71. I 75 & I 275 east of city
Your Mile Marker on Interstate:Exit 63 on I
275 for FMCA
Comments: FMCA has a FREE campground
a mile from us at there Mail Station. They
have 50 amp electric and water, sewer hook
up. You park on concrete pad and patios.
You can stay two day free with FMCA
membership. FMCA also has a dump
station. We are limited on bus space at our
house but if FMCA is full I will make room for
you with electric. I have tools and some know
how if I can help you in anyway.
Cincinnati:
Name: Dave
email: yeeolde48ATcinci.rr.com
Phone: 513 708 9762
Residence City: Hamilton, OH
Nearest Large City: Cincinnati, OH
Major Highway: OH-129 and OH-75
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: = I-75 Junct
24, I-129 Junct 18
Comments: Have many local contacts for
towing, mechanical work, storage. Have
some tools and always willing to get dirty to
help a fellow bus nut, any time of the day.
Less than 5 miles from Detroit Allison, Onan
and other truck, bus dealers/shops.
Cleveland:
Name:Tom Mason
email: masontATmanasst.com
Phone:440-225-8926
Residence City:Grafton
Nearest Large City:Cleveland
Major Highway or Crossroad: Turnpike
Mile Marker on Interstate: 145
Comments: We can help with arrangements,
provide a place to park over night if
necessary. Some tools and some
knowledge(?).
Middletown:
Name: Todd
email: coachconverterATyahoo.com
Phone: 513-267-2795
City you live in: Middletown
Nearest Large City:Cincinnati/Dayton
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-75
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 32
Comments: I have a conversion shop and
can provide some temporary parking and
access to basic tools. I'm also plugged in to
some local mechanics and parts suppliers.
Let me know if I can help.
Columbus
Name: Merlin
E-Mail: mmoonATcolumbus.rr.com
Phone: 614-499-0926
Residence CityL Dublin
Nearest Big City: Columbus
Major Hgwy: I-270, & SR 33/161 MM #17A
Comments: I will be able to locate diesel
fuel, and mechanics. We have a large gravel
parking lot that is safe, and very close to
shopping. Two 50 amp electric hook-ups. If
no answer of cell phone then call 614-889-
9557
OHIO
Cincinnati:
Name: Paul & Claudiene
email:camillelbisserATfuse.net
Phone: 513-231-7064
Residence City: 1939 Mears Ave
Major Highway: I 71. I 75 & I 275 east of city
Your Mile Marker on Interstate:Exit 63 on I
275 for FMCA
Comments: FMCA has a FREE campground
a mile from us at there Mail Station. They
have 50 amp electric and water, sewer hook
up. You park on concrete pad and patios.
You can stay two day free with FMCA
membership. FMCA also has a dump
station. We are limited on bus space at our
house but if FMCA is full I will make room for
you with electric. I have tools and some know
how if I can help you in anyway.
Cincinnati:
Name: Dave
email: yeeolde48ATcinci.rr.com
Phone: 513 708 9762
Residence City: Hamilton, OH
Nearest Large City: Cincinnati, OH
Major Highway: OH-129 and OH-75
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: I-75 Junct 24,
I-129 Junct 18
Comments: Have many local contacts for
towing, mechanical work, storage. Have
some tools and always willing to get dirty to
help a fellow bus nut, any time of the day.
Less than 5 miles from Detroit Allison, Onan
and other truck, bus dealers/shops.
Cleveland:
Name:Tom Mason
email: masontATmanasst.com
Phone:440-225-8926
Residence City:Grafton
Nearest Large City:Cleveland
Major Highway or Crossroad: Turnpike
Mile Marker on Interstate: 145
Comments: We can help with arrangements,
provide a place to park over night if
necessary. Some tools and some
knowledge(?).
Middletown:
Name: Todd
email: coachconverterATyahoo.com
Phone: 513-267-2795
City you live in: Middletown
Nearest Large City: Cincinnati/Dayton
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-75
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 32
Comments: I have a conversion shop and
can provide some temporary parking and
access to basic tools. I'm also plugged in to
some local mechanics and parts suppliers.
Let me know if I can help.
Columbus
Name: Merlin
E-Mail: mmoonATcolumbus.rr.com
Phone: 614-499-0926
Residence CityL Dublin
Nearest Big City: Columbus
Major Hgwy: I-270, & SR 33/161 MM #17A
Comments: I will be able to locate diesel
fuel, and mechanics. We have a large gravel
parking lot that is safe, and very close to
shopping. Two 50 amp electric hook-ups. If
no answer of cell phone then call 614-889-
9557
Dayton:
Name: Austin
email: knightstowingATyahoo.com
Phone: 937-538-0223
Residence City: Sidney
Nearest Large City: Dayton
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-75
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 90
State you live in: Ohio
Comments: Know of most garages and
service points in the area
Zanesville:
Name: Git Shorty / Elbert
email: git_shorty200ATyahoo.com
Phone: 740 706 1802
Residence city:Zanesville
Nearest Large City: Columbus Oh
Major Highway or Crossroad: I 70 / state st ext
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 152
State you live in: Ohio
Comments: have a place to park, as well as
getting repairs.and feeling safe....
OKLAHOMA
Oklahoma City:
Name: Amy Riley
email: BoulderfloweATsbcglobal.net
Phone:405-249-7342
Residence City: Norman
Nearest Large City: Oklahoma City
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-35 & Main
Street
Mile Marker on Interstate: na
State you live in: Oklahoma
Comments:Can provide info on places to
park, fuel, propane, and some parts info &
mechanics. Just starting our conversion so
not a lot of help yet.
OREGON
Eugene:
Name: John
email: jegrabeATefn.org ,johngrabeATgmail.
net
Phone: 541 915 0832
Residence City:Eugene, Oregon
Nearest Large City: Eugene, Or
Major Highway : = I5 runs thru Eugene
Mile Marker on Interstate: 200 or so
State you live in:Oregon
Comments: 541 349 8952 is my home
phone. If you are in a bind you can use either
number 24/7. Post both email addresses,
also.
I have nearly any tool you might need. I am
not diesel savy nor bus chasis qualified but I
am "can do".
Give my number a try. All you risk is an "I am
not avail at this time" but usually I am.
Happy motoring, John
Grants Pass:
Name: Ron
email: ronlinda6067ATmsn.com
Phone: 541-471-6067
Residence City: Grants Pass
Nearest Large City: Medford
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-5
Mile Marker on Interstate: 61
Comments: Know the area ,have tools and
knowledge.
Grants Pass:
Name: Tony & Kim
email: rianATcharter.net
Phone: 541-955-4830
Residence City: Grants Pass
Nearest Large City: Medford
Major Highway : I-5
Mile Marker on Interstate: 66
Comments: Driveway large enough for 40ft
bus with 110 elec need holding tanks no
dump, know of repair shops around town call
if you need help.
Penelton:
Name: Jerry
email: jdus@starband.net
Phone: 541-720-1079
Residence City: Hermiston
Nearest Large City: Penleton
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-84 and I-82
Mile Marker on Interstate:178-188 I-84 0-I-
82
State you live in: Oregon
Comments: US-395 goes through town from
exit 188 I-84
PENNSYLVANIA
Harrisburg
Name: Tim James
email: tjameATpa.net
Phone: 717-240-2488
Residence City: Carlisle
Nearest Large City: Harrisburg
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-81
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 44
Comments: Room to park overnight...good
selection of tools, local shop specializes in
DD 2 cycles, plus good bus garage nearby.
Hummelstown:
Name: Frank
E-mail: katfrank100ATescapees.com
Phone:717-951-8456
Residence City: Hummelstown
Nearest Big City: Harrisburg
Major Hgwy: 81 PA Turnpike mm 81
Comments: Big cities, lots of bus
companies, excellent DD 2 stroke guy about
70 miles away,no room to park overnight.
Pittsburg:
Name: Ron
email: prospector4x4AThotmail.com
Phone:724 345 8289
Residence City:Washington
Nearest Large City: Pittsburgh
Major Highway: interstates 70 & 79
Mile Marker on Interstate: 30
State you live in: Pennsylvania
Comments: Willing to help any way I can.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Name: Dallas
E-Mail: GHTtruckingATmsn.com
Phone: 843.496.9176
My address is Fluid.
Last week we were in Lillian, Alabama, This
week we are in Pensacola, Florida and by the
end of next week we'll be in Chattanooga, Tn
for a couple of months. We'll also be making
some trips up to Ohio to replace the engine
in a 102C3 and start the restoration of Todd's
Renaissance.
I'm not sure how we can fit in to the help list
except by being phoneable if someone
needs a friendly voice or needs to bounce a
few ideas around. We are pretty much open
to anything though, we'll leave it up to you!
Dallas
Greenville:
Name:Gary
E-Mail:Leel1234ATaol.com
Phone: (864) 845-7899
Residence City: Piedmont, SC
Nearest Big City: Greenville, SC
Major Hgwy: Interstate (I-85)
Mile Marker: #35
Comments: I will travel anytime 24 hrs. a day
within 100 miles of Greenville to assist in any
way possible in minor repairs or assistance.
If you have a generator my welder is portable
for 110 volt usage if needed. God Speed &
Safety in your travels.
SOUTH DAKOTA
Sioux Falls
Name: Jim
email: jim_husATmsn.com
Phone: 605-665-5600
City you live in: Yankton
Nearest Large City:Sioux Falls, SD
Major Highway: I 29/ I 90
Your Mile Marker : = 256 on I 29
Comments: Parking, tools, knowledge. Also
know most service places in area. Have an
extra full hook up if needed. Bus barn, ramps,
heavy tools.
TENNESSEE
Tellico Plains:
Name: Morgan
Email: morganAToaausa.com
Phone: 423-807-1777
Residence City: Tellico Plains
Nearest Big City: Chattanoga
Major Hgwy: I-75 mm60
Comments: Offers Yellow Pages and a cup
of coffee. I am not mechanically inclined, but I
know area and where to go to get things fixed.
Jackson:
Name: Bryce
Email: bustedknucklegarageATyahoo.com
Phone: 731-885-7460
Residence City: Union City
Nearest Big City: Jackson
Highway: Purchase Pkwy,US 51, US 45
Comments: Have a large shop with lots of
tools, pit, etc. We own a charter bus company
and have shop and equipment to maintain
them! Know the area, space to park, could
even store a unit, have access to good
towing. Need help give us a call. We know
the whole NW Tenn/ SW Kentucky area. We
are on the line between Tenn and Kentucky.
Nashville:
Name: Danny
email: holderATmultipro.com
Phone: (931) 528-7905
Residence City: Cookeville
Nearest Large City: Nashville
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-40
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 285
State you live in: Tennessee
Comments: I live 10 miles North of
Cookeville with space to emergency park (no
hookups). I know the area and will try to help
any way I can.
Nashville:
Name: Gary G.
Email: garhawkATbellsouth.net
Phone: 931 247 3060
Residence City: Shelbyville, TN
Nearest Large City: Nashville
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-24 & US 231
Comments: Know the local area well. Have
some tools and a willingness to help.
TEXAS
Beaumont:
Name: Richard
email: k234039ATgmail.com
Phone: 409-880-9192
Residence City: Beaumont
Nearest Large City: Beaumont
Major Highway or Crossroad: = I 10 & 69
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: about 850
State you live in: Texas
Comments: Room for overnight stays, shop,
tools & whatever I can help you with.
Dallas:
ChuckMC9
8wheelsATgmail.com
Dallas
Name: Michael
Phone: 214-498-8390
E-Mail: mtar49ATyahoo.com
Residence City: Dallas
Nearest Big City: Dallas
Major Hgwy: I-20 mm#490
Comments: If I can't help...I may know
someone who can.
Dallas:
Name: Paul
email: paul_lawryATyahoo.com
Phone: 325-660-4635
Residence City: Abilene
Nearest Large City: Dallas
Major Highway : Hwy. 20
Mile Marker on Interstate: Not sure
State you live in: = Texas
Comments: Don't know much about the area
yet, just moved here. Willing to help locate
parts and assist with the repair.
Houston
Name: David
email: ddickensATpdq.net
Phone: 713-805-1009
City you live in:Friendswood, TX
Nearest Large City:Houston, TX
Major Highway: NASA Road 1
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 35
Comments: Local resources and
assistance. No shop or tools but little
knowledge
Houston:
Name: David
email: davidb18481 ATsbcglobal dot net
Phone: 281-689-7575
Cell: 832-741-1210
Residence City: New Caney
Nearest Large City: Houston
Major Highway : Hwy 59 N and FM 1485
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: Aprox 35
miles northeast of Houston
State you live in: Texas
Comments: Tools and parking to repair any
problem.
Lublock
Name: David
email:dpinson9ATsbcglobal.net
Phone: 806-798-7351
City you live in:Lubbock, Texas
Nearest Large City: Lubbock,Texas
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-27
Comments: I'm no mechanic but I've been
broken down before....so I know of a good
diesel shop that would help you out
Pottsboro:
Name: Sonnie
email: sonniegraATearthlink.net
Phone: 903-815-2141
Residence City: Pottsboro, Tx.
Nearest Large City: Sherman /Denison Tx.
Major Highway : Hwy 75 North
Mile Marker on Interstate: Exit 69 State you
live in: Texas
Comments:Big shop and tools.
Rogers
Name:Rod
email:rwc2202ATvalornet.com
Phone:254-493-4323
City you live in: Rogers,Tx
Nearest Large City:Temple,Tx
Major Highway: US 190/I35
Mile Marker on Interstate: 300
State you live in: Texas
Comments: 8 acres for parking on grass no
hook ups(Maybe some water and 15amp on
long extension
Taylor:
Name: Justin Griffith
E-Mail: Justin25taylorATyahoo.com
Taylor, TX 76574
Phone: Cell- 512-695-5849
Residence City: Taylor
Nearest Big City: Austin
State: Texas
Comments: I am not a "bus mechanic" per
say but I have worked on many, many buses.
I am very knowledgeable in the HVAC,
Generators and electrical stuff, but can also
help with "minor" breakdowns as well. I have
driven 1million+ miles in buses driving
entertainer coaches so I have had lots of
breakdowns :)
I have a service truck and can handle all but
major engine/trans problems (overhauls etc.)
I have the most experience with Eagles, MCI
(older) and Prevost.
Tyler:
Name: J.L.Vickers
email:roadrunnertexATyahoo.com
Phone: 903-731-4404
City you live in: Palestine
Nearest Large City:Tyler,Texas
Major Highway : =US-287 & ACR 420
Comments: Have a limited amount of hand
tools.Also own a GMC P8M4905A Buffalo
conversion.
If in the area and have a problem feel free to
call.
UTAH
Salt Lake City
Name: Dave K
email: dax2274ATyahoo.com
Phone: 801-487-1919
Residence city: Salt Lake City
Nearest Large City: Salt Lake City
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-80 / I-15
State you live in:Utah
VIRGINIA
Chesapeake
Name: Jim
email: jameskingATcox.net
Phone: 757-382-9408
Residen: Chesapeake
Nearest Large City: Chesapeake
Major Highway : 168 Bypass and Battlefield
Blvd
Comments: Computer Networking
Computer Hardware issues and Local
Knowledge. If you need a hand between 64
& the outer Banks of Carolina, Gimme a call
and we'll "figger it out"
Danville
Name: Ray
email: raysinsATverizon.net
Phone: 434-822-2516
Residence City: Danville
Nearest Large City: Danville
Major Highway: RT 58 and RT 29
Comments: Tools available, place to park
overnight. Will help anyway possible. Have
contacts and 4107 of my own.
Norfolk:
Name: Stephen
email: StephenBahenATaol.com
Phone: 757.726.2193
Residence City: Hampton
Nearest Large City: Norfolk
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-64 and I-664
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: 265
State you live in: Virginia
Comments: Work for the local transit
system. Know several mechanics that could
help get you rolling. Also knowledge of area
towing companies. Parking for a night or two.
Sparta:
Your name: Kevin James
email:kjamesATsalembaptist.org
Your phone: 8046336725
City you live in:Sparta, Va
Nearest Large City: Richmond to south;
Fredericksburg, north
Major Highway : = I-95 and 207 Your Mile
Marker on Interstate: 104 and 110
Comments: Call and we will see if we can
help or find someone who can.
Virginia Beach
Name: Mike
email: mikemerrill7ATyahoo.com
Phone: 757-362-2721
City you live in: Virginia Beach
Nearest Large City: Virginia Beach
Major Highway or Crossroad: I 64 Your Mile
Marker on Interstate: 2 miles from indian river
rd exit
Comments: Can help with most problems or
know who can,have tools welder etc, anyone
going through stop for a chat or coffee etc,
could park a bus for a night with no problems
WASHINGTON, DC
Washington,DC
Name: Daniel
E-mail: danielATdrodio.com
Phone: 202-250-3846
Residence City: Chantilly,VA
Nearest Big City: Washington, DC
Major Hgwy: I66/I95/I495
(30 miles west of DC
Comment: Give me a call if you have a
problem.
WASHINGTON
Arlington
Name:Bob
email:bobsa1ATcedarcomm.com
Phone:360-435 4606 or
425 280 1344
Residence City:Arlington
Nearest Large City:Seattle
Major Highway or Crossroad: = I-5 Mile
Marker on Interstate: 210
Comments:Lots of tools. Happy to help if I
can
Bellingham
Name: Allen
E-mail: ballen5212AT aol.com
Phone: 360-223-2381
Residence City: Bellingham
Nearest Large City: Bellingham
Major Hgwy: I-5 mm#258
Comments: Yorkys, truck stop, diesel, and
waste dump.
Everett:
Name: Tom
email: cavanaughATcascadeisp.net
Phone: 360 422 7812
Residence City:Mount Vernon,
Nearest Large City:Everett / Bellingham
Major Highway:Interstate 5 @ College Way
Comments: Tools, Knowledge, Time.
Sewer, Water, Power
Prosser:
Name: Gary
E-mail: duallyccAThotmail.com
Phone: 509-786-2454
Residence City: Prosser
Nearest large city: Richland, Pasco
Major Hgwy: I82 mm 80
Comments: Got most tools and lots of room
and can help with most anything.
Seattle
Name: Ray
email: granmajaATyahoo.com
Phone: Day 425-251-5309
City you live in: Kent
Nearest Large City: Seattle
Major Highway: I-5 & I-405 So. End
Comments: After 6:00 P.M.home Ph.
425-255-1571
Seattle:
Name: Larry
email: larryacetacATaol.com
Phone: 253-350-0925
Residence City: Kent
Nearest Large City: Seattle/Tacoma
Major Highway: I 5@state hwy 18
Your Mile Marker on Inter state :I 5 mp 150
State you live in: Wa
Comments: I'm just an old trucker on my
second eagle. Got a few tools etc.
Sequim
Name: = Harry ( HarLee)
email: ahcAThughes.net
Your phone: 360-683-6304
City you live in: Sequim
Nearest Large City:Port Angeles
Major Highway : U.S.101
Comments: I live about a mile off Hwy 101 -
but it is pretty easy for me to get to anyone
who needs help. I have a 2 1/2 acre property
here if some one needs a place to stay in an
emergency.
Stanwood:
Name: Ken
E-Mail: pipesusmcATyahoo.com
Phone: 360-629-4308
Residence City: Stanwood
Nearest Large City: Everette
Major Hgwy: I5 exit 212
Comments: Next to NAPA store..Lots of tools,
welding machines,etc. Lots of room to park &
I can help. I am rebuilding an 05 Eagle.
Tacoma:
Name: Duane
email: connieandduaneATcomcast.net
Phone: 253-653-9458
Residence City: Bonney Lake
Nearest Large City: Tacoma
Major Highway: Hwy 410 E and SR 167
Comments: 30 year Mechanic. Have access
to tools, parts, etc. Will help in any way I can.
Vancouver:
Name: Mark Renner
email: markATairspd.net
Phone: 541-993-2220
Residence City: Washougal, WA
Nearest Large City: Vancouver, WA/Portland,
OR
Major Highway or Crossroad: SR 14 and
32nd Street
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: SR 14, Mile
Post 17
State you live in: Washington
Comments: Retired 30+ years as truck and
bus fleet owner. Shop, welder, ramps, tools,
knowledge. Or, can refer you to the right
place or parts.
WEST VIRGINIA
Beckley:
Name: Edwin
E-Mail: shadyspringATwebtv.net
Residence City: Beckley, West Virginia
Majot Highway: I-77 south meets I-64 east
Comments: If help is needed call
304 763 3522.
WISCONSIN
Milwaulkee/Madison:
Name: Jim
email: jlckmjATnetwurx.net
Phone: 262-567-0533
Residence City:Oconomowoc
Nearest Large City: MIlwaukee / Madison
Major Highway or Crossroad: I 94
Your Mile Marker on Interstate: = ?
State you live in: Wisconsin
Comments: Half way between Milwaukee
and Madison. I have many contacts in the
area that may help.
Rhinelander
Name: Kevin
email: kevhalATcharter.net
Phone: 715-493-4131
Residence City: Monico
Nearest Large City: Rhinelander
Major Highway: Intersection of Hwy 8 + Hwy
45
Comments: I have some tools, lots of space
for overnight stay, and info on repair shops.
WYOMING
Gillette:
Name: Jack
email: htcrkjakATyahoo.com
Phone: 850.766.6608
City you live in: Gillette
Nearest Large City: Denver
Major Highway or Crossroad: I-90
Mile Marker on Interstate: = 129
Comments: RV Coordinator for the Cam-Plex
which has 1700+ campsites. Not really open
to the public but if in a bind, I can help with a
site. Also have knowledge about RV systems
and a lot of tools.
Will be here until Oct. 1, 2006.