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			<title><![CDATA[engine removal]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:20:11 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I have a mechanic that is going to help me remove the 3208T from my 1988 FC35. It spun a bearing and needs to be rebuilt. Can any provide some step by step instructions or advice? I am assuming that I will drop the engine and trans out the bottom and slide it out the front??<br />
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Thanks for any help!<br />
<br />
Doug]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a mechanic that is going to help me remove the 3208T from my 1988 FC35. It spun a bearing and needs to be rebuilt. Can any provide some step by step instructions or advice? I am assuming that I will drop the engine and trans out the bottom and slide it out the front??<br />
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Thanks for any help!<br />
<br />
Doug]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[For Sale: 1983 FC35 SB]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12333</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:55:39 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[For sale: Family-owned 1983 Blue Bird Wanderlodge FC35 Side Bath – purchased by my dad in Sept 2001; in my care since ~2010 with extremely low miles since (after-market digital speedo ~30,000 total; pre-replacement unknown but overall low usage). Excellent maintenance records available. Mostly original interior. Stored mostly indoors since 2001, likely with previous owner.<br />
<br />
Key Specs &amp; Features:<br />
VIN: 1BBCSCX86DF058529 (original tag shown)<br />
Length/Floor Plan: 35 ft, Side Bath (SB) – mid-bath, rear bedroom alcove w/ large window, convertible sleeping (twin/queen), dinette/sofa – sleeps 4-6<br />
Engine: Caterpillar 3208TA turbo diesel, 225 HP – 3,260 engine hours (moderate, strong runner)<br />
Odometer: ~30,000 miles (low documented post-2001, minimal since 2010)<br />
Transmission/Suspension: Allison MT-643 auto, Ridewell air ride, full air brakes<br />
Generator: Onan Quiet Diesel 12.5 kW – only 625 hours (quiet/efficient – upgraded by previous owner)<br />
Power System: Xantrex Freedom 458 Series inverter/charger + roof solar panels for sustainable charging; house bank: 6x Interstate SRM-31 deep-cycle batteries (98 Ah each, 210 RC, 845 MCA – 1 new, 5 new 2020; split 3 passenger/3 driver side for balanced power)<br />
Tankage: ~265 gal fuel, 98 gal fresh, 51 gal gray, 37 gal black, 45 gal LP – boondocking ready<br />
Tires: New Michelin 11R22.5 (2022 install) – very low miles (~1,490 from San Diego to TX)<br />
Upgrades (previous owner): New fridge, awning, porcelain tile floor in kitchen/dining (easy clean/durable), plus inverter/solar/gen as noted<br />
Interior: Warm wood galley (Magic Chef stove/oven, Norcold fridge, microwave, etc.), rear bedroom w/ storage, living sofa/chairs/ottoman/dinette, original dash + CB – clean/preserved with LED lights<br />
Extras: Leather seats, drive-line retarder, roof ladder/deck, bike hitch<br />
<br />
Solid body/paint (patina expected, no major rust), interior functional/good condition. Runs/drives strong – always maintained. No-slide classic with low costs, thoughtful upgrades, and family provenance.<br />
<br />
Located in Houston area, Texas. Asking &#36;29,900 OBO – open to serious offers. Happy to share records, more photos/videos (engine bay, bath, inverter label, etc.).<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[For sale: Family-owned 1983 Blue Bird Wanderlodge FC35 Side Bath – purchased by my dad in Sept 2001; in my care since ~2010 with extremely low miles since (after-market digital speedo ~30,000 total; pre-replacement unknown but overall low usage). Excellent maintenance records available. Mostly original interior. Stored mostly indoors since 2001, likely with previous owner.<br />
<br />
Key Specs &amp; Features:<br />
VIN: 1BBCSCX86DF058529 (original tag shown)<br />
Length/Floor Plan: 35 ft, Side Bath (SB) – mid-bath, rear bedroom alcove w/ large window, convertible sleeping (twin/queen), dinette/sofa – sleeps 4-6<br />
Engine: Caterpillar 3208TA turbo diesel, 225 HP – 3,260 engine hours (moderate, strong runner)<br />
Odometer: ~30,000 miles (low documented post-2001, minimal since 2010)<br />
Transmission/Suspension: Allison MT-643 auto, Ridewell air ride, full air brakes<br />
Generator: Onan Quiet Diesel 12.5 kW – only 625 hours (quiet/efficient – upgraded by previous owner)<br />
Power System: Xantrex Freedom 458 Series inverter/charger + roof solar panels for sustainable charging; house bank: 6x Interstate SRM-31 deep-cycle batteries (98 Ah each, 210 RC, 845 MCA – 1 new, 5 new 2020; split 3 passenger/3 driver side for balanced power)<br />
Tankage: ~265 gal fuel, 98 gal fresh, 51 gal gray, 37 gal black, 45 gal LP – boondocking ready<br />
Tires: New Michelin 11R22.5 (2022 install) – very low miles (~1,490 from San Diego to TX)<br />
Upgrades (previous owner): New fridge, awning, porcelain tile floor in kitchen/dining (easy clean/durable), plus inverter/solar/gen as noted<br />
Interior: Warm wood galley (Magic Chef stove/oven, Norcold fridge, microwave, etc.), rear bedroom w/ storage, living sofa/chairs/ottoman/dinette, original dash + CB – clean/preserved with LED lights<br />
Extras: Leather seats, drive-line retarder, roof ladder/deck, bike hitch<br />
<br />
Solid body/paint (patina expected, no major rust), interior functional/good condition. Runs/drives strong – always maintained. No-slide classic with low costs, thoughtful upgrades, and family provenance.<br />
<br />
Located in Houston area, Texas. Asking &#36;29,900 OBO – open to serious offers. Happy to share records, more photos/videos (engine bay, bath, inverter label, etc.).<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[95 BMC for sale- SOLD!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12331</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:18:03 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I'm posting this for a newer member that needs to sell.  I have more pictures of the coach.  The owner's contact info is below the listing.<br />
<br />
<br />
1995 BlueBird Wanderlodge BMC<br />
&#36;56,000<br />
<br />
37 foot, single axle<br />
55k miles<br />
300 HP Cummings Diesel<br />
Spartan Chassis<br />
Allison Transmission<br />
10K Generator with 1200 hrs<br />
150 gal Diesel gas tank<br />
100 Propane Tank<br />
100 gal Fresh Water Tank<br />
50 gal Gray and Black<br />
Toilet replaced with porcelain<br />
Attic Fan above kitchen<br />
Wood and tile floors<br />
Queen Bed upgrade<br />
Ice Maker<br />
CB Radio<br />
CD Changer<br />
Roof Coating<br />
TOAD attachments including a Road Master Night Hawk towbar<br />
Original folding chairs<br />
Original Outdoor folding chairs<br />
Mounted Smart TVs x2 (newly purchased)<br />
Jack knife Couch (extra bed) with 3 seat belts<br />
Aqua Hot endless hot water with Instant Hot Water at sink<br />
2 Drawer Pull out in Belly with AC control<br />
Full Repair/Maintenance Record Box, including manuals for each appliance<br />
2nd family to own this bus (barn storage the first 20 years of life)<br />
All contents of Bus, String lights and poles, zero gravity chairs, maintenance belts/hoses/seals/grease/spare parts/light bulbs etc.<br />
<br />
Repairs and Maintenance over the past 2 years<br />
New Michelin Tires<br />
6 Batteries, new cables and power cut off switch<br />
Cabin water pump<br />
Leveler Motor<br />
C02 Sensor<br />
A/C Coils cleaned<br />
AquaHot serviced<br />
<br />
<br />
Donna Brown<br />
Browndonnajean at gmail<br />
512 773 OO58<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm posting this for a newer member that needs to sell.  I have more pictures of the coach.  The owner's contact info is below the listing.<br />
<br />
<br />
1995 BlueBird Wanderlodge BMC<br />
&#36;56,000<br />
<br />
37 foot, single axle<br />
55k miles<br />
300 HP Cummings Diesel<br />
Spartan Chassis<br />
Allison Transmission<br />
10K Generator with 1200 hrs<br />
150 gal Diesel gas tank<br />
100 Propane Tank<br />
100 gal Fresh Water Tank<br />
50 gal Gray and Black<br />
Toilet replaced with porcelain<br />
Attic Fan above kitchen<br />
Wood and tile floors<br />
Queen Bed upgrade<br />
Ice Maker<br />
CB Radio<br />
CD Changer<br />
Roof Coating<br />
TOAD attachments including a Road Master Night Hawk towbar<br />
Original folding chairs<br />
Original Outdoor folding chairs<br />
Mounted Smart TVs x2 (newly purchased)<br />
Jack knife Couch (extra bed) with 3 seat belts<br />
Aqua Hot endless hot water with Instant Hot Water at sink<br />
2 Drawer Pull out in Belly with AC control<br />
Full Repair/Maintenance Record Box, including manuals for each appliance<br />
2nd family to own this bus (barn storage the first 20 years of life)<br />
All contents of Bus, String lights and poles, zero gravity chairs, maintenance belts/hoses/seals/grease/spare parts/light bulbs etc.<br />
<br />
Repairs and Maintenance over the past 2 years<br />
New Michelin Tires<br />
6 Batteries, new cables and power cut off switch<br />
Cabin water pump<br />
Leveler Motor<br />
C02 Sensor<br />
A/C Coils cleaned<br />
AquaHot serviced<br />
<br />
<br />
Donna Brown<br />
Browndonnajean at gmail<br />
512 773 OO58<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[New to Group  1986 PT40]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12314</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:56:09 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Glad to be here!<br />
<br />
Recently purchased a new to us PT40....we will soon be getting ready to part ways with our 1973 FC31.  Moved to the 8V Silver 92 over the Ford 391.  Looking forward to connecting and learning as we enter this new and exciting chapter with all of you!<br />
<br />
JoLee &amp; Townsend Range<br />
Oliver Springs, TN]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Glad to be here!<br />
<br />
Recently purchased a new to us PT40....we will soon be getting ready to part ways with our 1973 FC31.  Moved to the 8V Silver 92 over the Ford 391.  Looking forward to connecting and learning as we enter this new and exciting chapter with all of you!<br />
<br />
JoLee &amp; Townsend Range<br />
Oliver Springs, TN]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Searching with Heart for My Dad's Old 1985 Wanderlodge]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12292</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:03:44 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hi. My Dad had multi BB WL's. His last was a 1985 PT-40 I believe, and was named HOMESTEADER on the front and played 'On the Road Again' LOUDLY from an exterior horn. I'll put a photo here. When he died in 6/1997 I drove it from his home in Virginia to Jackson Mississippi (his childhood state-for burial). My uncle Carl N (Wimpy) Thomas sold it for my mom. He sold it for &#36;80K in October 1997. Uncle Wimpy had a place called Surplus City in Jackson and whoever bought it (from out of state if I remember right) would have gone there to pick it up.  I'm so sorry I didn't keep the VIN # to make it easier to find.  It had one very unique aspect at the time - a JennAire brand grill stove - which we had at home and Dad really wanted one in his BB. They finally agreed to do it provided  Dad sign all kinds of waivers, etc. I heard they may have put some in others later on, but his was the first. Thanks to my Dad starting with RV's when I was 19, when I wanted to retire in 2017 I did so without a lot of money and decided to sell my house for savings and buy my own first RV. I had driven his BB often. I've been almost full time RV since then - I keep Dad's Bluebird pin on my sun visor and key chain on my keys. I know it's a long shot, but perhaps someone here will know its whereabouts. Truth is, as I get older (I'm almost 75 and do the RV life on my own - BY CHOICE! I'm a solitude junkie haha) and when I can't do it anymore I would SO LOVE to have Dad's Bluebird sit next to my 288 sqft tiny house I have as a 'stopping point' right now. My RV connects to it with a deck and the RV remains my bedroom etc.while the tiny house gives me a kitchen and living room and a place to die one day.  So even if Dad's old rig has gone too far beyond its glory days to be a decent traveling RV, I could still have it as part of my 'home' in this set up. Well, there you have it. I am happy for all of you who have and love your Wanderlodge's. They were such a big part of our family's life and we all miss them, as we do our Dad. Thanks for listening. I hope it's ok I've put this in here. Any ideas of other ways to search without a VIN would be greatly appreciated.  Take care.  Dorothy Thomas<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi. My Dad had multi BB WL's. His last was a 1985 PT-40 I believe, and was named HOMESTEADER on the front and played 'On the Road Again' LOUDLY from an exterior horn. I'll put a photo here. When he died in 6/1997 I drove it from his home in Virginia to Jackson Mississippi (his childhood state-for burial). My uncle Carl N (Wimpy) Thomas sold it for my mom. He sold it for &#36;80K in October 1997. Uncle Wimpy had a place called Surplus City in Jackson and whoever bought it (from out of state if I remember right) would have gone there to pick it up.  I'm so sorry I didn't keep the VIN # to make it easier to find.  It had one very unique aspect at the time - a JennAire brand grill stove - which we had at home and Dad really wanted one in his BB. They finally agreed to do it provided  Dad sign all kinds of waivers, etc. I heard they may have put some in others later on, but his was the first. Thanks to my Dad starting with RV's when I was 19, when I wanted to retire in 2017 I did so without a lot of money and decided to sell my house for savings and buy my own first RV. I had driven his BB often. I've been almost full time RV since then - I keep Dad's Bluebird pin on my sun visor and key chain on my keys. I know it's a long shot, but perhaps someone here will know its whereabouts. Truth is, as I get older (I'm almost 75 and do the RV life on my own - BY CHOICE! I'm a solitude junkie haha) and when I can't do it anymore I would SO LOVE to have Dad's Bluebird sit next to my 288 sqft tiny house I have as a 'stopping point' right now. My RV connects to it with a deck and the RV remains my bedroom etc.while the tiny house gives me a kitchen and living room and a place to die one day.  So even if Dad's old rig has gone too far beyond its glory days to be a decent traveling RV, I could still have it as part of my 'home' in this set up. Well, there you have it. I am happy for all of you who have and love your Wanderlodge's. They were such a big part of our family's life and we all miss them, as we do our Dad. Thanks for listening. I hope it's ok I've put this in here. Any ideas of other ways to search without a VIN would be greatly appreciated.  Take care.  Dorothy Thomas<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[Deciphering Serial #’s]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12245</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:53:36 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hello all, I’m Will. Thank you for this group, for being so willing to give of your knowledge, for being the Wanderlodge gurus!<br />
I’ve put down a deposit on a 1979. (A real beauty of a black Bluebird on the outside, a heretofore rodent sanctuary on the inside.) It was abandoned to a storage lot, lot owner is selling, knows little about it but is a most helpful to an out-of-stater and sent me pics of identifiers on bus. <br />
The main question, at the moment, is: diesel or gas engine? I’m trying to line up a local mechanic to change fluids and then attempt to start. I presently don’t know whether to seek a diesel or gasoline mechanic. <br />
Body # F44454<br />
Engine Serial# 32Y2574<br />
Vin 3262411ND<br />
Chassis Serial# 1 227<br />
If anyone can identify Ford or Cat from that information, I’d be much obliged. (I did spend about 40 minutes in Google searches attempting to associate meaning with these identifiers, without success).<br />
This space said, “Don’t know what to buy— post your questions here”. In my case it’s, Don’t know what I’ve bought!?<br />
Many thanks and best regards.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello all, I’m Will. Thank you for this group, for being so willing to give of your knowledge, for being the Wanderlodge gurus!<br />
I’ve put down a deposit on a 1979. (A real beauty of a black Bluebird on the outside, a heretofore rodent sanctuary on the inside.) It was abandoned to a storage lot, lot owner is selling, knows little about it but is a most helpful to an out-of-stater and sent me pics of identifiers on bus. <br />
The main question, at the moment, is: diesel or gas engine? I’m trying to line up a local mechanic to change fluids and then attempt to start. I presently don’t know whether to seek a diesel or gasoline mechanic. <br />
Body # F44454<br />
Engine Serial# 32Y2574<br />
Vin 3262411ND<br />
Chassis Serial# 1 227<br />
If anyone can identify Ford or Cat from that information, I’d be much obliged. (I did spend about 40 minutes in Google searches attempting to associate meaning with these identifiers, without success).<br />
This space said, “Don’t know what to buy— post your questions here”. In my case it’s, Don’t know what I’ve bought!?<br />
Many thanks and best regards.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[New to the group - Future FC35 owner]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12239</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:13:02 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hi All,<br />
Just wanted to introduce myself and say a quick hi.  I've been shopping around for an entry-level FC35SB for a while and finally found an '82 in Gulf Shores, AL.  I sent over a deposit and will be picking up in a few weeks for the drive back to Charlotte, NC.  In the last (2) years it has had tires, batteries, airbags, kingpins and inverters amongst other items.  Seems to have the basics covered for the trip home.  I've been lurking around and reading up on all I can regarding maintenance and common issues.<br />
<br />
Thanks,<br />
Chad Zeilenga]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi All,<br />
Just wanted to introduce myself and say a quick hi.  I've been shopping around for an entry-level FC35SB for a while and finally found an '82 in Gulf Shores, AL.  I sent over a deposit and will be picking up in a few weeks for the drive back to Charlotte, NC.  In the last (2) years it has had tires, batteries, airbags, kingpins and inverters amongst other items.  Seems to have the basics covered for the trip home.  I've been lurking around and reading up on all I can regarding maintenance and common issues.<br />
<br />
Thanks,<br />
Chad Zeilenga]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[CruisAir 3-knob controls]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12234</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:31:45 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Good afternoon!  In our ‘83 PT40, the control knobs for our center AC get hot to the touch when that AC is turned on. We’ve stopped using it until we find the problem. New control knob panel from Dometic Marine is &#36;910, so we want to avoid that option if possible. Does anyone have an idea why the controls get hot, and what a good fix would be? We’re not even sure the controls are the problem. Thanks for any help offered!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Good afternoon!  In our ‘83 PT40, the control knobs for our center AC get hot to the touch when that AC is turned on. We’ve stopped using it until we find the problem. New control knob panel from Dometic Marine is &#36;910, so we want to avoid that option if possible. Does anyone have an idea why the controls get hot, and what a good fix would be? We’re not even sure the controls are the problem. Thanks for any help offered!]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[cooling fan running too slow]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=12218</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 23:06:53 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hello. New member here. I have a 2004 Blue Bird LTC-40 that has been converted to a motorhome. It has a CAT C12 engine. It is the same chassis that the Wanderlodges were built on. I believe my danfoss Radiator Fan is turning too slowly. For some background information. I have the electronic controller unplugged which should make the fan run wide open. In the past, unplugging the controller would kick the fan into high. The fan on the CAC is turning much faster. Today when I started the engine the fan was not turning until I spun it with my hand. I ran my rig in the ditch before this happened and busted one of the large hydraulic hoses on the bottom of the reservoir. After the wrecker put me back on the road, I drove about 30 yards without fluid to get the rig back into the driveway. My current symptoms are engine begins to warm up past 210 when going up hills. I changed the thermostat, coolant, and radiator cap today before I noticed the fan not turning like it should.<br />
Thank you for any advice you may be able to offer.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello. New member here. I have a 2004 Blue Bird LTC-40 that has been converted to a motorhome. It has a CAT C12 engine. It is the same chassis that the Wanderlodges were built on. I believe my danfoss Radiator Fan is turning too slowly. For some background information. I have the electronic controller unplugged which should make the fan run wide open. In the past, unplugging the controller would kick the fan into high. The fan on the CAC is turning much faster. Today when I started the engine the fan was not turning until I spun it with my hand. I ran my rig in the ditch before this happened and busted one of the large hydraulic hoses on the bottom of the reservoir. After the wrecker put me back on the road, I drove about 30 yards without fluid to get the rig back into the driveway. My current symptoms are engine begins to warm up past 210 when going up hills. I changed the thermostat, coolant, and radiator cap today before I noticed the fan not turning like it should.<br />
Thank you for any advice you may be able to offer.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[New to the bird - Fluids]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11683</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 01:59:25 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hello,<br />
Everyone, I recently purchased a 94 WB40, so far it has been great.<br />
What I wanted to track down are the type of fluids that everyone recommends....<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Detroit Diesel 8V92 Turbo</span><br />
Oil type / brand:<br />
Coolant type / brand:<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Allison AT 755</span><br />
Transmission Fluid:<br />
<br />
Hydraulic Oil type / brand:<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">PowetTech 15KW</span><br />
Oil type / brand:<br />
Coolant type / brand:<br />
<br />
I know there is a lot of opinions on these subjects, but I need to purchase and have on hand for whatever might come up while traveling, at the very least know what to ask for at a supply store.<br />
Any suggestions would be great.<br />
<br />
Thanks in advance<br />
Woody]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello,<br />
Everyone, I recently purchased a 94 WB40, so far it has been great.<br />
What I wanted to track down are the type of fluids that everyone recommends....<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Detroit Diesel 8V92 Turbo</span><br />
Oil type / brand:<br />
Coolant type / brand:<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">Allison AT 755</span><br />
Transmission Fluid:<br />
<br />
Hydraulic Oil type / brand:<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;">PowetTech 15KW</span><br />
Oil type / brand:<br />
Coolant type / brand:<br />
<br />
I know there is a lot of opinions on these subjects, but I need to purchase and have on hand for whatever might come up while traveling, at the very least know what to ask for at a supply store.<br />
Any suggestions would be great.<br />
<br />
Thanks in advance<br />
Woody]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[TV down]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11682</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 11:30:04 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I am recently separated from Chris Rasmussen (yay!) and living in the 2003 Bluebird Wanderlodge LX alone.  I need to know, first of all, how to pull the front TV down.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I am recently separated from Chris Rasmussen (yay!) and living in the 2003 Bluebird Wanderlodge LX alone.  I need to know, first of all, how to pull the front TV down.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Microphone water leak please help!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11681</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 15:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hello, I recently bought a 1998 lxi 43! I'm loving it so far but the toilet has started leaking heavily from the air/water valve inside the toilet! It looks like the right cap on it is the culprit. Is there a gasket that should be under the cap? If so does anyone know where to purchase it? <br />
<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello, I recently bought a 1998 lxi 43! I'm loving it so far but the toilet has started leaking heavily from the air/water valve inside the toilet! It looks like the right cap on it is the culprit. Is there a gasket that should be under the cap? If so does anyone know where to purchase it? <br />
<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Funding for my daughters Blue Bird]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11454</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jan 2024 23:16:44 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I am the Pastor of Bluffton Church here in East Tennessee. My daughter lives in Southern Oregon. Her husband just passed away from Leukemia. She is looking for help to get her Blue Bird back on the road. She has been evicted from her present parking space. She is a good christian woman with 3 kids. Our Church doesn't have the funds to help her. Any advice on helping her get her Blue Bird on the road so she can come to East TN. here is har latest post on face Book.<br />
 I need someone to make a GoFundMe specifically to get my 1994 bluebird wanderlodge road worthy.<br />
It needs tires and engine work..<br />
After dealing with my husband dyeing I came home to an eviction notice so in order to not be homeless on the streets this has to get fixed.<br />
Estimated cost for tires is &#36;4200 installed by les schwab.<br />
Engine is a 8v92 that needs a turbo , alternator<br />
Batteries<br />
Belts and fluids.<br />
Thank you for anything you can contribute to this idea and genuine need.<br />
 I pray this is not an inappropriate post for here but I don't know who else to ask. Thanks]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I am the Pastor of Bluffton Church here in East Tennessee. My daughter lives in Southern Oregon. Her husband just passed away from Leukemia. She is looking for help to get her Blue Bird back on the road. She has been evicted from her present parking space. She is a good christian woman with 3 kids. Our Church doesn't have the funds to help her. Any advice on helping her get her Blue Bird on the road so she can come to East TN. here is har latest post on face Book.<br />
 I need someone to make a GoFundMe specifically to get my 1994 bluebird wanderlodge road worthy.<br />
It needs tires and engine work..<br />
After dealing with my husband dyeing I came home to an eviction notice so in order to not be homeless on the streets this has to get fixed.<br />
Estimated cost for tires is &#36;4200 installed by les schwab.<br />
Engine is a 8v92 that needs a turbo , alternator<br />
Batteries<br />
Belts and fluids.<br />
Thank you for anything you can contribute to this idea and genuine need.<br />
 I pray this is not an inappropriate post for here but I don't know who else to ask. Thanks]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Hello Wanderlodge world!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11453</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 17:20:41 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hi!<br />
<br />
My wife and I recently bought a '77 FC to join the fun.<br />
<br />
There's a lot of work to do, and we are looking forward to learning more and sharing in the experience.<br />
<br />
<br />
Regards,<br />
<br />
Christopher + Rebecca]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi!<br />
<br />
My wife and I recently bought a '77 FC to join the fun.<br />
<br />
There's a lot of work to do, and we are looking forward to learning more and sharing in the experience.<br />
<br />
<br />
Regards,<br />
<br />
Christopher + Rebecca]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Transmission Retarder Lever location? Position?]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11452</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 03:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Okay, I haven't driven my Wandelodge much. I need to get it over a small but intimidatingly steep hill and wan to use the transmission retarder.<br />
<br />
I understand the retarder, when enabled, will kick in whenever the brake pedal is pressed (and note that engaging and disengaging the retarder should be done with your foot OFF the throttle) but that also there's a manual lever to adjust how much oomph it supplies. Only I'm not sure if it's the lever I'm thinking it is.<br />
<br />
On a 4-speed Allison (HTB748), 1987 vintage, is the transmission retarder the black lever, under the dash but close to the shift selector? Slightly bigger than a cigarette lighter, one domed end piece, one cylindrical (or a bit tapered) shaft? I wish I had a pic.<br />
<br />
If that's the right lever, is down the least resistance and up more resistance, or the other way around?<br />
<br />
Cheers!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Okay, I haven't driven my Wandelodge much. I need to get it over a small but intimidatingly steep hill and wan to use the transmission retarder.<br />
<br />
I understand the retarder, when enabled, will kick in whenever the brake pedal is pressed (and note that engaging and disengaging the retarder should be done with your foot OFF the throttle) but that also there's a manual lever to adjust how much oomph it supplies. Only I'm not sure if it's the lever I'm thinking it is.<br />
<br />
On a 4-speed Allison (HTB748), 1987 vintage, is the transmission retarder the black lever, under the dash but close to the shift selector? Slightly bigger than a cigarette lighter, one domed end piece, one cylindrical (or a bit tapered) shaft? I wish I had a pic.<br />
<br />
If that's the right lever, is down the least resistance and up more resistance, or the other way around?<br />
<br />
Cheers!]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kohler/Yanmar repair saga... unresolved]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11451</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 02:59:30 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I bought a 1987 Wanderlodge knowing that the generator was malfunctioning. Here is the as yet unresolved tale of trying to get it back online. Feel free to offer advice!<br />
<br />
Previous owner stated the generator would start, run 5 seconds and quit. The usual suspects for this are a bad coolant temperature sensor or a bad oil pressure sensor. They're fine.<br />
<br />
At one point I noticed we had the low-fuel warning light on and asked if the genny had quit when the fuel got low, but no dice. The PO had driven it from Virginia to California with no generator (?!?) and kept the tank good &amp; full.<br />
<br />
But, the PO recalled, the rig had sat unused for 2-1/2 years prior to the generator malfunction, with an attendant starting the main engine every week or so, but no other systems checks. These generators rely on residual magnetic flux in the exciter stator that can be depleted over long periods of storage. (I like to tell people the stator has the capacity to retain flux, qualifying it as a Flux Capacitor <img src="images/smilies/tongue.gif" style="vertical-align: middle;" border="0" alt="Tongue" title="Tongue" />) If the system detects no-load as a result of a dry exciter stator, it will send a kill signal. It's a simple matter to 'flash' the stator with a 12V battery, so I'm going to try that next.<br />
<br />
instructions<br />
<a href="https://www.dieselduck.info/machine/03%20electricity/flashing_generator.htm#" target="_blank">https://www.dieselduck.info/machine/03%2...rator.htm#</a><br />
<br />
The PO had supplied some off-brand AVRs, but I think I'll try to track down the correct item. Always good to have one of them handy.<br />
<br />
Also, it's been so long now that the start battery for the genny is pooched, so I gotta source one of those.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #0000CD;">Anyone know the spec on the start battery? Battey Group (dimensions) would help. I know they need about 675 CCA. <br />
<br />
Where can an AVR be got?</span></span><br />
<br />
I've heard of replacing the Kohler with a 13 KW unit from Central Georgia Generator, but that's a whole new level.<br />
<br />
Cheers!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I bought a 1987 Wanderlodge knowing that the generator was malfunctioning. Here is the as yet unresolved tale of trying to get it back online. Feel free to offer advice!<br />
<br />
Previous owner stated the generator would start, run 5 seconds and quit. The usual suspects for this are a bad coolant temperature sensor or a bad oil pressure sensor. They're fine.<br />
<br />
At one point I noticed we had the low-fuel warning light on and asked if the genny had quit when the fuel got low, but no dice. The PO had driven it from Virginia to California with no generator (?!?) and kept the tank good &amp; full.<br />
<br />
But, the PO recalled, the rig had sat unused for 2-1/2 years prior to the generator malfunction, with an attendant starting the main engine every week or so, but no other systems checks. These generators rely on residual magnetic flux in the exciter stator that can be depleted over long periods of storage. (I like to tell people the stator has the capacity to retain flux, qualifying it as a Flux Capacitor <img src="images/smilies/tongue.gif" style="vertical-align: middle;" border="0" alt="Tongue" title="Tongue" />) If the system detects no-load as a result of a dry exciter stator, it will send a kill signal. It's a simple matter to 'flash' the stator with a 12V battery, so I'm going to try that next.<br />
<br />
instructions<br />
<a href="https://www.dieselduck.info/machine/03%20electricity/flashing_generator.htm#" target="_blank">https://www.dieselduck.info/machine/03%2...rator.htm#</a><br />
<br />
The PO had supplied some off-brand AVRs, but I think I'll try to track down the correct item. Always good to have one of them handy.<br />
<br />
Also, it's been so long now that the start battery for the genny is pooched, so I gotta source one of those.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #0000CD;">Anyone know the spec on the start battery? Battey Group (dimensions) would help. I know they need about 675 CCA. <br />
<br />
Where can an AVR be got?</span></span><br />
<br />
I've heard of replacing the Kohler with a 13 KW unit from Central Georgia Generator, but that's a whole new level.<br />
<br />
Cheers!]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Just Joined! '87 PT38 in California]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11450</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 02:32:05 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hello from the Mendocino Coast!<br />
<br />
Earlier this year I bought a 1987 Wanderlodge PT38. It's equipment is a Detroit 8V92 turbo, Allison 4-speed, Kohler/Yanmar genny and the usual Wanderlodge icing on the cake. Under 70,000 miles, under 4000 hours.<br />
<br />
It was a bit distressed and I took it on as a refurbishment project... having never worked on an RV in my life. But I've dove in at the deep end of projects before. It was assembled by hand, it can be fixed by mere mortals, right?<br />
<br />
Over the past few months I've only been able to get a couple things done. I had the engine checked out, and the shut down solenoid rebuilt. Oil change, Racor cleaned, oil sample sent to the lab. Good to go!<br />
<br />
(The first time I started it it wouldn't shut down, and there was some nervous tinkering while we tried to find the fuel shutoff cam. Later we added a lawnmower throttle control cable to shut it off with!)<br />
<br />
After that I put all new tires on it. Really good to go!<br />
<br />
I've taken the rest of the summer off and hope to address some of the other issues. (Generator won't run, hot water heater on the blink, stairs don't deploy... etc.) So I'll be on here mooching free advice and sharing what I find out.<br />
<br />
Cheers!<br />
<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello from the Mendocino Coast!<br />
<br />
Earlier this year I bought a 1987 Wanderlodge PT38. It's equipment is a Detroit 8V92 turbo, Allison 4-speed, Kohler/Yanmar genny and the usual Wanderlodge icing on the cake. Under 70,000 miles, under 4000 hours.<br />
<br />
It was a bit distressed and I took it on as a refurbishment project... having never worked on an RV in my life. But I've dove in at the deep end of projects before. It was assembled by hand, it can be fixed by mere mortals, right?<br />
<br />
Over the past few months I've only been able to get a couple things done. I had the engine checked out, and the shut down solenoid rebuilt. Oil change, Racor cleaned, oil sample sent to the lab. Good to go!<br />
<br />
(The first time I started it it wouldn't shut down, and there was some nervous tinkering while we tried to find the fuel shutoff cam. Later we added a lawnmower throttle control cable to shut it off with!)<br />
<br />
After that I put all new tires on it. Really good to go!<br />
<br />
I've taken the rest of the summer off and hope to address some of the other issues. (Generator won't run, hot water heater on the blink, stairs don't deploy... etc.) So I'll be on here mooching free advice and sharing what I find out.<br />
<br />
Cheers!<br />
<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Basement Door Actuator Covers for 2001]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11449</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 08 Apr 2023 01:19:08 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I am looking for a source for the black flimsy brittle plastic that covers the actuators on the basement doors.<br />
Any help will be appreciated.<br />
<br />
Urnie]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I am looking for a source for the black flimsy brittle plastic that covers the actuators on the basement doors.<br />
Any help will be appreciated.<br />
<br />
Urnie]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bra for 2001 Wanderlodge LXi]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11448</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 08 Apr 2023 01:00:43 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hi<br />
I am having the front of my coach repainted.  I know several of you have had this done and wanted to see if any of you had a bra put on to protect the paint in the future.  Three questions:<br />
1- are you pleased with the bra?<br />
2- About how much was it?<br />
3- Where did you get it?<br />
<br />
thanks<br />
<br />
Urnie]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi<br />
I am having the front of my coach repainted.  I know several of you have had this done and wanted to see if any of you had a bra put on to protect the paint in the future.  Three questions:<br />
1- are you pleased with the bra?<br />
2- About how much was it?<br />
3- Where did you get it?<br />
<br />
thanks<br />
<br />
Urnie]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Demco Excalibar II and all accessories for sale]]></title>
			<link>http://www.wanderlodgegurus.com/showthread.php?tid=11447</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 03:44:47 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I've changed out my Demco Excalibar towbar, so it's for sale.  It's an Excalibar II, which is rated for 10,500#.  It's been recently rebuilt.  It comes with all 3 cables, 2 safety and 1 electrical.  It has the factory cover.  I have the Sentry toad shield with it's carry bag.  I have a Ford baseplate, fitting 2004-2018 (at least) F150's and Expeditions with all mounting bolts.  It comes with everything you'd need to bolt up to your toad and start towing.  Locking hitch pins even!<br />
Asking &#36;700 for all of it.  I'm in Quartzsite currently, so come see it!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I've changed out my Demco Excalibar towbar, so it's for sale.  It's an Excalibar II, which is rated for 10,500#.  It's been recently rebuilt.  It comes with all 3 cables, 2 safety and 1 electrical.  It has the factory cover.  I have the Sentry toad shield with it's carry bag.  I have a Ford baseplate, fitting 2004-2018 (at least) F150's and Expeditions with all mounting bolts.  It comes with everything you'd need to bolt up to your toad and start towing.  Locking hitch pins even!<br />
Asking &#36;700 for all of it.  I'm in Quartzsite currently, so come see it!]]></content:encoded>
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