Looking to purchase used 1992 WB40

[ronmarabito2002]

Tag tires will always scuff if you make sharp turns with the bags
inflated. Less problems if you deflate when manuevaring in a campground.

R.E. (Ron) Marabito, Dallas, TX 92WB40

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Gregory OConnor"
wrote:
>
> Michael, I wonder if the tag tires are scuffed because the PO (
> previous owner) did not pump the bags up leaving the rear tag to
> swing sideways around turns???? I drop air in the tag to back into
> tight camp sites.
>
> Some points to remember ;
> always park with the steer wheels centered forward. When the bags
> empty the bus will lower past the fender flairs.
>
> Leave room for the auto step to open. The air step will automaticaly
> pop out when it detect the air in the tanks may deplete past a
> operating pressure. If parked too close, the step may extend over a
> curb then the bags will lower the bus hung up on a curb.
>
> When I bought my bus I was overwelmed with all the systems and terms.
> In short time I learned; Sporlan is not a bace ball maker; Wabasto
> is not an Asian spice; GoatRails are bodyparts; and, no matter what
> the neighbors say,,,,, I was no longer a SOB
>
> I hope you enjoy the ride.
>
> GregoryO'Connor
> 94PTRomolandCa
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "mbrund" <mbrund@>
> wrote:
> >
> > Well we went and did it now, we went from being wannabee's last
> week
> > to a newbee this week. We looked at two WB this week, a 1994 PT40
> > (well used and abused), and the white 1992 that was on Bird
> > Connection. The 1992 was in great shape for its years, we end up
> > purchasing the unit after going over it for 3 hours, and then 1
> hour
> > drive on rought roads and interstate.
> >
> > The only items we could find that had issues where: Front A/C was
> > low on freon, the tag axle tires have scrubbed off the inner tread
> > on both sides, the other tires while not dry rotted show
> significant
> > wear, the backup monitor does not work. That was pretty much the
> end
> > of the list of issues.
> >
> > One issue that concerned me during the test drive revealed itself
> in
> > the user manual. I had the retarder in apply, and set the cruise
> > control at 65mph. We happen to hit a large expansion joint in a
> > bridge that gave us one heck of a jolt, and the cruise control shut
> > down. We expect that the retarder might have kicked in and shut
> off
> > the cruise when the rear axle went over the bump because we had no
> > more issues with cruise other than that incident as I turned off
> the
> > retarder after that.
> >
> > The prior owner removed the rear body wide mud flap, so when I
> > inspected the radiator for debris I was surprised how clean it
> was.
> > And that is when he told me he removed the mud flap because he was
> > told it would cause an issue.
> >
> > Engine campartment was clean, batteries showed no signs of
> > corrosion, no oil leaks in the under carriage other than at hose
> > joint for the hyd. fluid that I believe drives the power
> > steering/fan (it is a hose right under the radiator).
> >
> > Michael Brundridge
> > 1992 WLWB PT40 - Georgetown, TX
> >
> > --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Pete Masterson
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > It's a good looking coach ... had it been available when I was
> > > looking it would have been high on my list of units to consider.
> > With
> > > the new paint job, you'll find that hardly anybody (outside the
> > BB
> > > community) will believe that it's a 15 year old RV. (My coach is
> > > quite similar, though a couple of years newer and with the Series
> > 60
> > > engine.)
> > >
> > > The Primus heat is a concern ... but parts are available, even
> if
> > > single-sourced. A steel bodied RV does need a bit more heat
> (when
> > > it's cold) than, perhaps, a plastic model. (One of the trade-
> > offs,
> > > but I still much prefer the strength of steel.)
> > >
> > > The main concern is vehicle mechanical condition and the wear
> and
> > > tear on the various systems. If the engine hasn't been
> mistreated,
> > it
> > > is certainly good for a lot of miles beyond the 144,000 lsited.
> > The
> > > miles divided by the engine hours equals an average movement
> speed
> > of
> > > 50 mph -- that suggest that the coach was a fair number of
> > freeway
> > > miles. I would plan a fairly complete servicing including oil
> > change
> > > and brake inspection early on.
> > >
> > > One "watch for" is the condition of the radiator. DD engines are
> > not
> > > forgiving of overheating. It is common for the radiator to
> become
> > > partially clogged with oily-dirt. The tendency of DD engines to
> > spray
> > > a bit of oil through the breather tubes makes the problem worse
> > as
> > > the fan often sucks the oil mist back through the radiator
> mixing
> > > with dust that kicks up. This should be something that you
> > carefully
> > > monitor and try to clean out the radiator if it shows any
> > blockage.
> > > (It was very difficult to examine on my coach as it sits behind
> > the
> > > air-charge radiator (that cools air from the turbo charger), but
> > > perhaps the DD 8v92 configuration allows easier viewing of the
> > > radiator.) Simply pulling the radiator is a $2000+ job. The
> > complete
> > > replacement of the core may run as much as $3000+. (I also had
> > work
> > > done on my chassis AC -- so my tab came to about $4000 for core
> > > replacement and the other services performed by a professional
> > heavy
> > > duty radiator service. Costs for work done outside California may
> > be
> > > more reasonable.)
> > >
> > > Other expenses you might plan for would include new tires in a
> > year
> > > or two. (8 times $350~450) Also, the gel batteries have a life
> > > expectancy of up to about 7 years... but if they've been
> > mistreated,
> > > they may also be next to go. I'm shopping for batteries now ...
> > looks
> > > like about $2100 for six size 4D AGM house batteries. I haven't
> > > priced engine batteries (mine seem OK), but my coach has 3 AGM
> > class
> > > 37s -- about $160 each .
> > >
> > > Of some concern would be the refrigerator. While home
> > refrigerators
> > > used to run for 25-30 years, since the 80s, they've been
> > manufactured
> > > to only last about 10-12 years or so. It's hard to guess how long
> > an
> > > RV refrigerator might last -- it depends on brand, type (RV with
> > gas
> > > & electric option or regular home-type), and use. In particular,
> > if
> > > gas operated, the burner and venting is subject to corrosion.
> > >
> > > Not as difficult, but still a modest headache would be the
> > microwave/
> > > convection oven ... at 15 years, it, too, may be near it's
> > expected
> > > life span -- or not -- again depending on use, etc.
> > >
> > > Pete Masterson
> > > aeonix1@
> > > '95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
> > > El Sobrante, CA
> >
>

[Gregory OConnor]

Mike,
more info to learn on your new bus

AT stands for Anti Theft. AT switch is on the dash and controls a
solenoid someplace that shuts down major functions.

Like Pete says CA switches are enabled by the driver in the left
dash. AC stands for 'conditioning the air', with either hot or cold
air.The dash ac switch is like a circuit breaker not a control.

It sounds like you have not driven the bus at night?? you are in for
a treat when you turn on the driving lights at dusk

The brake pedal is hindged from the floor and not the firewall like
most cars and trucks. leverage increase at the top of pedal.

The puke tank sight glass get stained and give false full readings.

the washer drain trap dryout and let grey water sewer gas in the bus.

the John wax ring melt and lose seal if the bus is stored hot.

The battery banks (if two) tie together when running but not shoer
charging.


GregO'Connor
94ptRomolandCa

[mbrund]

The AC switches would have taken me a few mins to figure out that
they control the heat, not intuitive to say the least.

Read about the AT in the owners manual. Also read about a switch in
the engine compartment that allows you to disable the engine from
being started from the cockpit while servicing, as well as being
able to start it from the engine compartment.

The brakes are quite a bit different than in my Discovery. In the
discovery, even though they are air and hinged at the bottom, the
placement of the pad and height tends to make them more sensitive.
On the WB I have to press on the brake pedal with a little more
authority if you know what I mean. The one thing I do not like
about the WB is that the brake pedal is too close to the throttle
and steering column, my fat feet seem to have a little problem with
that brake pedal. Also that dang air horn foot switch drives me
nuts, heck it drives the people driving next to me nuts when I hit
it by accident

You are correct, I have not driven it at night. So I have not seen
what the dash panel looks like, much less the headlights, driving
lights, fog lights, or that nice big flood/spot light

My current storage facility only has covered parking. Having said
that, and being I am located in central Texas where hot is a daily
word. Is there a replacement seal for the John other than WAX?

Does anyone know the weight of a '92 WB40 (I know they had lots of
add-ons that change this) as listed by Bluebird when sold? I do not
have possesion or the title at this time, and my bank is requesting
the weight so they know the correct fees to quote me on the loan.
Good greif, I am putting more money down on the unit than they are
loaning and they almost have more questions than I did when I went
to look at the unit, go figure

Michael


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Gregory OConnor"
wrote:
>
> Mike,
> more info to learn on your new bus
>
> AT stands for Anti Theft. AT switch is on the dash and controls
a
> solenoid someplace that shuts down major functions.
>
> Like Pete says CA switches are enabled by the driver in the left
> dash. AC stands for 'conditioning the air', with either hot or
cold
> air.The dash ac switch is like a circuit breaker not a control.
>
> It sounds like you have not driven the bus at night?? you are in
for
> a treat when you turn on the driving lights at dusk
>
> The brake pedal is hindged from the floor and not the firewall
like
> most cars and trucks. leverage increase at the top of pedal.
>
> The puke tank sight glass get stained and give false full readings.
>
> the washer drain trap dryout and let grey water sewer gas in the
bus.
>
> the John wax ring melt and lose seal if the bus is stored hot.
>
> The battery banks (if two) tie together when running but not
shoer
> charging.
>
>
> GregO'Connor
> 94ptRomolandCa
>

[Don Bradner]

The brochure at http://www.vintagebirds.com for a 1992 WB40 lists the GVWR as 47,400
lbs. If they want actual weight, well that can vary a lot, but probably about
4000 lbs less when full of fluids.

On 3/13/2007 at 7:45 PM mbrund wrote:

>Does anyone know the weight of a '92 WB40 (I know they had lots of
>add-ons that change this) as listed by Bluebird when sold?

Don Bradner
90 PT40 "Blue Thunder"
Eureka, CA

[Pete Masterson]

On Mar 13, 2007, at 12:45 PM, mbrund wrote:
> <snip>Also that dang air horn foot switch drives me
> nuts, heck it drives the people driving next to me nuts when I hit
> it by accident

It's _exactly_ where I set my foot when I get tired of resting it
against the peg on the left. And when I'm trying to press the ^%$^#^
thing... I can never seem to find it. <sigh>
<snip>
>
> My current storage facility only has covered parking. Having said
> that, and being I am located in central Texas where hot is a daily
> word. Is there a replacement seal for the John other than WAX?

Wax seals are the common way to seal a toilet to the plumbing. I
haven't had any trouble with my '95 (Microphor toilet) and it spent 6
months on a dealer's lot in Texas before I picked it up. If these are
standard toilet seals, some are made with a plastic foam ring covered
in wax. They may resist the heat problem. It's also possible to use a
cheap plain wax seal ring plus the (more expensive) plastic/was ring.

> Does anyone know the weight of a '92 WB40 (I know they had lots of
> add-ons that change this) as listed by Bluebird when sold? I do not
> have possesion or the title at this time, and my bank is requesting
> the weight so they know the correct fees to quote me on the loan.
> Good greif, I am putting more money down on the unit than they are
> loaning and they almost have more questions than I did when I went
> to look at the unit, go figure

The Vintage Birds web site has a lot of helpful information. Check it
out at
<http://www.vintagebirds.com>

The brief specs listed for a '92 WB PT40 show a GVWR of 47,400 lbs.
That suggests an unladen weight (full tanks but no passengers or
belongings) of about 35,000-40,000 lbs. (take your pick).

If you are reading the owners manual, there should be a section with
the basic weight information listed (sufficient for your bank) --
however, it may be in the "blue box" with all the various manuals and
other documents, if you did not bring them all home with you.

At some point, you should weigh your coach when it is fully loaded so
you can ensure that it is not overloaded (it can be under GVWR, but
an axle can be overweight if the load isn't properly planned). While
many RVs are easy to overload, most BBs have a fairly generous load
capacity. The stock trailer hitch is probably rated at 10,000 lbs.
The GCVR (gross combined vehicle rating) probably would allow for at
least a 10,000 lb tow if not more (but you'd need to install a higher-
rated hitch).

A question I had when I first got my coach was for the appropriate
tire pressures. I _finally_ found the tire pressure plate in the top
part of the first basement compartment visible from the street side.
TP is listed as 115 front, 110 duals, 90 tag. My coach is a bit
heavier (GVWR of 52,000) so the tire pressures in your coach _may_ be
a little less (but probably not more than 5 lbs less.) Your non-
standard tires may also allow a slightly lower pressure. Some feel
that the ride is softer with lower air pressure.

Pete Masterson
aeonix1@...
'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
El Sobrante, CA

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[Leroy Eckert]

That foot air horn switch! Me to and it always happens at 7am

Leroy Eckert
1990 WB-40"Smoke N Mirrors"
Niceville, FL


----- Original Message -----
From: Pete Masterson
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 5:23 PM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Looking to purchase used 1992 WB40


On Mar 13, 2007, at 12:45 PM, mbrund wrote:
> <snip>Also that dang air horn foot switch drives me
> nuts, heck it drives the people driving next to me nuts when I hit
> it by accident

It's _exactly_ where I set my foot when I get tired of resting it
against the peg on the left. And when I'm trying to press the ^%$^#^
thing... I can never seem to find it. <sigh>
<snip>
>
> My current storage facility only has covered parking. Having said
> that, and being I am located in central Texas where hot is a daily
> word. Is there a replacement seal for the John other than WAX?

Wax seals are the common way to seal a toilet to the plumbing. I
haven't had any trouble with my '95 (Microphor toilet) and it spent 6
months on a dealer's lot in Texas before I picked it up. If these are
standard toilet seals, some are made with a plastic foam ring covered
in wax. They may resist the heat problem. It's also possible to use a
cheap plain wax seal ring plus the (more expensive) plastic/was ring.

> Does anyone know the weight of a '92 WB40 (I know they had lots of
> add-ons that change this) as listed by Bluebird when sold? I do not
> have possesion or the title at this time, and my bank is requesting
> the weight so they know the correct fees to quote me on the loan.
> Good greif, I am putting more money down on the unit than they are
> loaning and they almost have more questions than I did when I went
> to look at the unit, go figure

The Vintage Birds web site has a lot of helpful information. Check it
out at
<http://www.vintagebirds.com>

The brief specs listed for a '92 WB PT40 show a GVWR of 47,400 lbs.
That suggests an unladen weight (full tanks but no passengers or
belongings) of about 35,000-40,000 lbs. (take your pick).

If you are reading the owners manual, there should be a section with
the basic weight information listed (sufficient for your bank) --
however, it may be in the "blue box" with all the various manuals and
other documents, if you did not bring them all home with you.

At some point, you should weigh your coach when it is fully loaded so
you can ensure that it is not overloaded (it can be under GVWR, but
an axle can be overweight if the load isn't properly planned). While
many RVs are easy to overload, most BBs have a fairly generous load
capacity. The stock trailer hitch is probably rated at 10,000 lbs.
The GCVR (gross combined vehicle rating) probably would allow for at
least a 10,000 lb tow if not more (but you'd need to install a higher-
rated hitch).

A question I had when I first got my coach was for the appropriate
tire pressures. I _finally_ found the tire pressure plate in the top
part of the first basement compartment visible from the street side.
TP is listed as 115 front, 110 duals, 90 tag. My coach is a bit
heavier (GVWR of 52,000) so the tire pressures in your coach _may_ be
a little less (but probably not more than 5 lbs less.) Your non-
standard tires may also allow a slightly lower pressure. Some feel
that the ride is softer with lower air pressure.

Pete Masterson
aeonix1@...
'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
El Sobrante, CA

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[ronmarabito2002]

Do what I did to eliminate hitting the foot switch for horn. Take a
small bowl and turn it over on top and leave it there. You don't need
that foot switch anyway. I have two dogs that love to lay up in the
driver area. They were forever hitting the horn switch.

R.E. (Ron) Marabito, Dallas, TX 92WB40

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Leroy Eckert"
wrote:
>
> That foot air horn switch! Me to and it always happens at 7am
>
> Leroy Eckert
> 1990 WB-40"Smoke N Mirrors"
> Niceville, FL
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Pete Masterson
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 5:23 PM
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Looking to purchase used 1992 WB40
>
>
> On Mar 13, 2007, at 12:45 PM, mbrund wrote:
> > <snip>Also that dang air horn foot switch drives me
> > nuts, heck it drives the people driving next to me nuts when I hit
> > it by accident
>
> It's _exactly_ where I set my foot when I get tired of resting it
> against the peg on the left. And when I'm trying to press the ^%$^#^
> thing... I can never seem to find it. <sigh>
> <snip>
> >
> > My current storage facility only has covered parking. Having said
> > that, and being I am located in central Texas where hot is a daily
> > word. Is there a replacement seal for the John other than WAX?
>
> Wax seals are the common way to seal a toilet to the plumbing. I
> haven't had any trouble with my '95 (Microphor toilet) and it spent 6
> months on a dealer's lot in Texas before I picked it up. If these are
> standard toilet seals, some are made with a plastic foam ring covered
> in wax. They may resist the heat problem. It's also possible to use a
> cheap plain wax seal ring plus the (more expensive) plastic/was ring.
>
> > Does anyone know the weight of a '92 WB40 (I know they had lots of
> > add-ons that change this) as listed by Bluebird when sold? I do not
> > have possesion or the title at this time, and my bank is requesting
> > the weight so they know the correct fees to quote me on the loan.
> > Good greif, I am putting more money down on the unit than they are
> > loaning and they almost have more questions than I did when I went
> > to look at the unit, go figure
>
> The Vintage Birds web site has a lot of helpful information. Check it
> out at
> <http://www.vintagebirds.com>
>
> The brief specs listed for a '92 WB PT40 show a GVWR of 47,400 lbs.
> That suggests an unladen weight (full tanks but no passengers or
> belongings) of about 35,000-40,000 lbs. (take your pick).
>
> If you are reading the owners manual, there should be a section with
> the basic weight information listed (sufficient for your bank) --
> however, it may be in the "blue box" with all the various manuals and
> other documents, if you did not bring them all home with you.
>
> At some point, you should weigh your coach when it is fully loaded so
> you can ensure that it is not overloaded (it can be under GVWR, but
> an axle can be overweight if the load isn't properly planned). While
> many RVs are easy to overload, most BBs have a fairly generous load
> capacity. The stock trailer hitch is probably rated at 10,000 lbs.
> The GCVR (gross combined vehicle rating) probably would allow for at
> least a 10,000 lb tow if not more (but you'd need to install a
higher-
> rated hitch).
>
> A question I had when I first got my coach was for the appropriate
> tire pressures. I _finally_ found the tire pressure plate in the top
> part of the first basement compartment visible from the street side.
> TP is listed as 115 front, 110 duals, 90 tag. My coach is a bit
> heavier (GVWR of 52,000) so the tire pressures in your coach _may_ be
> a little less (but probably not more than 5 lbs less.) Your non-
> standard tires may also allow a slightly lower pressure. Some feel
> that the ride is softer with lower air pressure.
>
> Pete Masterson
> aeonix1@...
> '95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
> El Sobrante, CA
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

[Leroy Eckert]

Now that is not a bad idea! Just a little Lone Star engineering that works.
LOL.

Leroy Eckert
1990 WB-40"Smoke N Mirrors"
Niceville, FL




----- Original Message -----
From: ronmarabito2002
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 9:06 AM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Looking to purchase used 1992 WB40


Do what I did to eliminate hitting the foot switch for horn. Take a
small bowl and turn it over on top and leave it there. You don't need
that foot switch anyway. I have two dogs that love to lay up in the
driver area. They were forever hitting the horn switch.

R.E. (Ron) Marabito, Dallas, TX 92WB40

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Leroy Eckert"
wrote:
>
> That foot air horn switch! Me to and it always happens at 7am
>
> Leroy Eckert
> 1990 WB-40"Smoke N Mirrors"
> Niceville, FL
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Pete Masterson
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 5:23 PM
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Looking to purchase used 1992 WB40
>
>
> On Mar 13, 2007, at 12:45 PM, mbrund wrote:
> > <snip>Also that dang air horn foot switch drives me
> > nuts, heck it drives the people driving next to me nuts when I hit
> > it by accident
>
> It's _exactly_ where I set my foot when I get tired of resting it
> against the peg on the left. And when I'm trying to press the ^%$^#^
> thing... I can never seem to find it. <sigh>
> <snip>
> >
> > My current storage facility only has covered parking. Having said
> > that, and being I am located in central Texas where hot is a daily
> > word. Is there a replacement seal for the John other than WAX?
>
> Wax seals are the common way to seal a toilet to the plumbing. I
> haven't had any trouble with my '95 (Microphor toilet) and it spent 6
> months on a dealer's lot in Texas before I picked it up. If these are
> standard toilet seals, some are made with a plastic foam ring covered
> in wax. They may resist the heat problem. It's also possible to use a
> cheap plain wax seal ring plus the (more expensive) plastic/was ring.
>
> > Does anyone know the weight of a '92 WB40 (I know they had lots of
> > add-ons that change this) as listed by Bluebird when sold? I do not
> > have possesion or the title at this time, and my bank is requesting
> > the weight so they know the correct fees to quote me on the loan.
> > Good greif, I am putting more money down on the unit than they are
> > loaning and they almost have more questions than I did when I went
> > to look at the unit, go figure
>
> The Vintage Birds web site has a lot of helpful information. Check it
> out at
> <http://www.vintagebirds.com>
>
> The brief specs listed for a '92 WB PT40 show a GVWR of 47,400 lbs.
> That suggests an unladen weight (full tanks but no passengers or
> belongings) of about 35,000-40,000 lbs. (take your pick).
>
> If you are reading the owners manual, there should be a section with
> the basic weight information listed (sufficient for your bank) --
> however, it may be in the "blue box" with all the various manuals and
> other documents, if you did not bring them all home with you.
>
> At some point, you should weigh your coach when it is fully loaded so
> you can ensure that it is not overloaded (it can be under GVWR, but
> an axle can be overweight if the load isn't properly planned). While
> many RVs are easy to overload, most BBs have a fairly generous load
> capacity. The stock trailer hitch is probably rated at 10,000 lbs.
> The GCVR (gross combined vehicle rating) probably would allow for at
> least a 10,000 lb tow if not more (but you'd need to install a
higher-
> rated hitch).
>
> A question I had when I first got my coach was for the appropriate
> tire pressures. I _finally_ found the tire pressure plate in the top
> part of the first basement compartment visible from the street side.
> TP is listed as 115 front, 110 duals, 90 tag. My coach is a bit
> heavier (GVWR of 52,000) so the tire pressures in your coach _may_ be
> a little less (but probably not more than 5 lbs less.) Your non-
> standard tires may also allow a slightly lower pressure. Some feel
> that the ride is softer with lower air pressure.
>
> Pete Masterson
> aeonix1@...
> '95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
> El Sobrante, CA
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>





[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Tom McCarthy]

If you forget to air the tag and go over 15 mph, it will
automatically switch to air up. Another safety precaustion built in
for you.

Tom McCarthy
Poway, CA
95 PT42


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Pete Masterson
wrote:
>
> On Mar 11, 2007, at 10:18 PM, mbrund wrote:
> <snip>
> >
> > When I test drove it, I pressured the tags. The tag pressure
gauge
> > was reading 75 PSI, not sure if this is high or not.
>
> 75 PSI is about right. Never drive _at speed_ without tag air as
it
> over-stresses the rear axle/suspension/tires. (Under 5 mph is OK.)
> The suspension dump is rather quiet, I only know it's happening
> 'cause the steering wheel will turn a little bit as the coach
sinks
> down.
>
> > The dash is a little overwelming at first,
>
> Indeed it is... but it's what's not in the manual that will "get"
> you. For example, when I couldn't get the _heat_ to work in my
coach,
> someone suggested turning _on_ the AC switch on the dashboard. I'd
> never have guessed that one.
>
>
> Pete Masterson
> aeonix1@...
> '95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
> El Sobrante, CA
>

[Bob & Carol Howald`]

Tom: Wow, that's great information. I've never heard that before.
Where did you get it? I do know that last year I was in Idaho and
needed extra traction to get up a slick pass. I dumped the tag, the
gage went to zero and I proceeded up the hill about thirty mph, never
did the tag pressure gage read more than zero. I wonder if my system
is not working properly. Thanks, Bob 93pt-40,Illinois

>
> If you forget to air the tag and go over 15 mph, it will
> automatically switch to air up. Another safety precaustion built
in
> for you.
>
> Tom McCarthy
> Poway, CA
> 95 PT42
>
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Pete Masterson
> wrote:
> >
> > On Mar 11, 2007, at 10:18 PM, mbrund wrote:
> > <snip>
> > >
> > > When I test drove it, I pressured the tags. The tag pressure
> gauge
> > > was reading 75 PSI, not sure if this is high or not.
> >
> > 75 PSI is about right. Never drive _at speed_ without tag air as
> it
> > over-stresses the rear axle/suspension/tires. (Under 5 mph is
OK.)
> > The suspension dump is rather quiet, I only know it's happening
> > 'cause the steering wheel will turn a little bit as the coach
> sinks
> > down.
> >
> > > The dash is a little overwelming at first,
> >
> > Indeed it is... but it's what's not in the manual that
will "get"
> > you. For example, when I couldn't get the _heat_ to work in my
> coach,
> > someone suggested turning _on_ the AC switch on the dashboard.
I'd
> > never have guessed that one.
> >
> >
> > Pete Masterson
> > aeonix1@
> > '95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
> > El Sobrante, CA
> >
>