Perryton ISD updates bus fleet status and diagnostics for 'Ranger 3'
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Summary
District staff told the board that new white buses are finishing graphics and should arrive within one to two weeks, have 40 seats and interior storage racks; they also described repairs and diagnostics on 'Ranger 3,' including a replaced SCR temperature sensor and continuing checks of the EGR/DEF systems.
District transportation staff briefed the board on the status of new buses and ongoing diagnostics for an existing unit.
Unidentified Speaker 2 said new white buses are at the graphics shop and that the vendor expected to send delivery information within one to two weeks. Seating was described as 40 seats with vinyl activity seating and seat belts; the buses include interior storage racks designed to avoid blocking air-conditioning circulation.
On an in-service vehicle referred to as 'Ranger 3,' staff described diagnostic work that included a forced regeneration cycle and replacement of an SCR temperature sensor. Unidentified Speaker 2 said the problem initially returned after tests and that an issue with the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system remains a likely cause under continued review.
Board members and staff discussed equipment features and operational readiness. No formal procurement votes or contract awards were recorded in the transcript excerpt.
Next steps reported were continued diagnostics and expected delivery communication from the bus vendor; timing was described as 'within a week or two' but no firm delivery date was recorded in the excerpt.