MEMORANDUM TO: Holders of Contracts Documents FROM: Karen ...

protected from galvanic corrosion. The process to prevent galvanic corrosion shall be approved by the
MTA prior to start of production.
1.5.4 All bolts or rods passing through wood shall be stainless steel, cadmium or zinc plated, or approved
equal. Where wood and wood are placed together, both shall be coated with powdered aluminum and
spar varnish or linseed oil and titanium oxide, or other approved sealing compound.
1.5.5 All exterior surfaces shall be smooth and free of visible fasteners, wrinkles, and dents. Exterior and
interior surfaces, to be painted, shall be properly cleaned and primed as appropriate for the paint used,
prior to application of paint to assure a proper bond between the basic surface and successive coats of
paint for the service life of the vehicle. Paint shall be applied smoothly and evenly with finished surface
free of dirt, runs, orange peel and other imperfections.
1.5.6 All exterior light fixtures and window frames shall be fitted to the contour of the vehicle body and
adequately sealed to prevent entrance of water.
1.5.7 All rubber seals on ventilator doors and compartment cabinet doors, except vents above
windshield, shall be placed in "U" shaped channels designed to hold rubber firmly in place, or captures
by a retaining lip around the perimeter of the doors for interior equipment access doors and hatches
which include recessed gaskets or the manufacturer shall submit another method for approval.
1.5.8 All burrs and sharp edges shall be dressed to prevent injury to passengers, operators and
maintenance personnel.
1.5.9 Special care shall be taken with the outside sheathing, roof, roof bonnets, and the interior finish so
that all kinks and buckles are removed before assembly to present a true and smooth finish without
excessive grinding off of the material which could tend to weaken the structure.
1.5.10 Drilled holes and cutouts in exterior surfaces shall be made prior to cleaning, priming and
painting. The bus shall be completely painted prior to installation of exterior lights, windows, mirrors
and other items that are applied to the exterior of the bus.
1.6 GENERAL DIMENSIONS
Wheelchair Lift: Location (except 138” SRW) Behind rear axle, curbside
Wheelchair Lift: Location (138” SRW) Ahead of rear axle, curbside
Lifting Capacity 1000 lbs. Minimum
Static load 2,400 lbs. Minimum
Wheelchair envelope 30"x 54" Minimum
Width Overall, excluding mirrors 96", +0”, -2”(88" for the SRW only)
Interior Width (Measured 12” above floor) 90.5" Minimum (75" for the SRW only)
Aisle Width 18" Minimum
Height Overall, including all protrusions 117” Maximum
Interior Height 78" (76” for Flat Floor) (75" for the SRW ony)
Passenger Door Width – clear opening width 32 Inches Minimum (30” for the SRW)
Door Height- clear opening height 80 Inches Minimum
Ground Clearance excluding axles 10" Minimum
Height of First Step - front door 10" Maximum
Step Risers 10" Maximum
Service Life 7 years or 200,000 miles
Service Life (138” SRW only) 5 years or 150,000 miles
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