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Commercial/Shore Power Connection

Wed, 18 May 2016 11:25:09 +0000

Good morning,
Proud new owner of a Vintage 1988 Wide Body. Totally new to the RV scene so my question is very basic. At the power connection station (driver side rear of bus behind wheels) there are three potential ports. There are two cords that came with the coach. One 50 amp 4 pronged plug and one 3 pronged 30 amp plug.

I am waiting on electrician to install a 240V 50 amp circuit to resolve the overall issue. But in the mean time I have a 120V 15 amp circuit (garage radio) available and a 240V 20 amp circuit available (my air compressor plug).

Does the 30 amp port and associated cord on my Wanderlodge use 120v or 240v? Does it matter? Or does it simply accept the power and then by some unknown and lesser understood (by me) magic make it work. I do understand that I can not run the major appliances at the lower "amps". All I am trying to do is power the lighting and charge the batteries while I begin some interior restoration.
I would rather use the 240v 20 amp circuit but clearly I don't want to mess up anything by utilizing he wrong voltage.

I have read the owners manual cover to cover and scoured this blog and can not find any mention or reference to this subject.

So the simple question is...Do the shore/commercial power ports and associated cords on my 1988 Wanderlodge need 240 source? 120 source? Or does it matter.

M380 SLIDE FIX adventure

Wed, 21 Oct 2015 01:13:03 +0000

I am the proud owner of a "new to me" M380. I purchased Robert Britton's beautiful "Blue" Wanderlodge. This post may get a bit complicated, but I want to share my adventure so far.

On my first solo outing I broke the living room slide. Then I compounded the problem by causing a second error in the PLC-Controller. I tried a new PLC, restart, reboot.... everything I could. No Joy.

Through research I discovered the identity of the original Bluebird System Integrator located in Barnesville, Georgia. I contacted the source and was advised they would attempt to assist. My thoughts, as a result of my trouble shooting was the necessity to communicate to the PLC and restore the program. To do this one needs the software program, communication cable and skills to reinstall the "software". After much planning, Penny and I traveled to the east coast with an appointment with the "inventor".

We meet and greet at the source in Barnesville. Chit-Chat, then to work.... Joey produces original design specs, wiring docs and design data, as well as working knowledge as to how the system should work. In short order we uncover a bent interface pin in the plug on top of the PLC.. PLC communicates to the E50 terminal through this plug. Guess what????. replace the plug and the slide system says " Ok to operate room"....so we operate it. Seal Deflates, Locks open, actuator pushes out... room stows. ALL IS GOOD!!!.

Joey says the display is not 100% healthy and suggests we need to reinstall the software... unfortunately no computer interface cable is available. For now I have living room slide that goes in, goes out, stows and locks properly. I am happy. Still working on finding proper cable so software can be updated.

Sorry for the long winded post.... I have goodies to share as follows:

# 1 BLUEBIRD H4RE ROOM SLIDE ELEC MODULE & CONTROL PANEL SPECIFICATION + ADDITIONAL REF DOCS

https://www.dropbox.com/s/zlwzb55z4lty51...S.pdf?dl=0

# 2 BLUEBIRD MAIN SLIDE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

https://www.dropbox.com/s/6842cop5n0ksqn...N.pdf?dl=0

# 3 E50 DISPLAY MESSAGES

https://www.dropbox.com/s/g73df88tjhw7g4...S.pdf?dl=0

Hopefully David can add to the doc library..... I have never used this service before, however the above links point to my "public Drop Box".... so anyone with the link should be able to view the docs.

Disclaimer.... I have no knowledge as to the correctness, or accuracy of the data referenced.... I'm just sharing

L Ron Wanderlodge

Wed, 29 Oct 2014 14:54:34 +0000

History of the vehicles is cool. I found some facts about L Ron Hubbard and his Wanderlodge . then I found his old Bus in Hemet Ca on their compound. It might be a hard flip.
The bus in the picture is not Hubbards if you read on the author used the image to show the bus.
http://scientologybollocks.blogspot.com/...g-lie.html

1997 Wanderlodge Sales Data Book

Tue, 28 Oct 2014 17:31:02 +0000

See attached.

1997 Wanderlodge 43\' Sales Data Book.pdf (Size: 10.29 MB / Downloads: 1311)

Replacement parts -- Interior and Exterior

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 01:59:01 +0000

Perhaps a list of suppliers would be useful: Great sites

Replacement parts: RVDesigner

http://rvdesigner.com/default.asp

Electronics: Mouser: http://ca.mouser.com/

Wide range-- pumps, electronics: Zoro Tools: http://www.zoro.com/

Uploaded my Bus Docs Library

Thu, 27 Mar 2014 17:38:01 +0000

Folks,

I finally got around to uploading my personal bus document library consisting of over 300 papers some practical, some theory, some research, all fascinating and if read will go a long way towards your PhD in buses! LOL

They can be found here: Document Library -> Theory.

If anyone wishes to add to our collection of practical/theory/research documents, send me a copy and I'll be happy to upload it.

NHTSA Motorcoach Roof Crush and Rollover Testing

Mon, 16 Sep 2013 02:13:55 +0000

Here's a couple fascinating documents on NHTSA rollover standards and allowable roof crush in transit motorcoaches. Check out the g's exerted on the roof during contact with the ground. I've also added the documents to our Library under Document Library -> Theory:

NHTSA 2009 SAE Motorcoach Roof Crush and Rollover Testing.pdf (Size: 4.54 MB / Downloads: 1396)

NHTSA 2009 SAE Motorcoach Roof Crush and Rollover Testing Discussion Paper.pdf (Size: 1.68 MB / Downloads: 1395)

Blue Bird Quick Reference Service Parts Catalog

Sat, 24 Aug 2013 15:21:28 +0000

Folks,

Here's the latest Blue Bird Quick Reference Service Parts Catalog. I uploaded a copy to our infamous Document Library.

Enjoy!

450 LXi Owner Manual

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 22:15:22 +0000

All 578 MegaBytes of it! Thanks Ross!

http://wanderlodgegurus.com/database/ind...r%20Manual

New and Improved Documentation Library

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:29:23 +0000

Folks,

I know that it can sometimes be difficult finding where documentation is located on a given forum. To make it a little easier all you need to do is click on the page header TopLink labeled: Document Library

From there you'll see a set of directories that should be self explanatory and should guide you to what you're looking for.

Right now there's only one directory: "Owners Manuals"

As we upload more documentation I'll do my best to create a directory structure that makes sense.

Keep the documentation coming! Thanks!

Blue Bird Wanderlodge Owners Manuals

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:48:05 +0000

Folks, as promised here's a database of "Wanderlodge Owners Manuals". If you have a manual or any documentation not in this database please forward it to me and I'll make sure it gets posted. BTW, there's no need to login to WaGu to access these Owners Manuals. All WaGu database documentation is available to anyone including guests. WaGu didn't write, doesn't own it, didn't copyright it, and has no justification for restricting access to it. So we won't!

Rich (Bird Owner), thanks for the DVD.

http://wanderlodgegurus.com/database

1988 Wanderlodge WBPT Owner's and Part's Manual

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:45:58 +0000

1988 Wanderlodge WBPT Owner's and Part's Manual.

1988 WB PUSHER OWNER - PARTS MANUAL.pdf (Size: 9.51 MB / Downloads: 964)

BlueBird Express 4500 Commuter Coach Owner's Manual

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:39:39 +0000

BlueBird Express 4500 Commuter Coach Owner's Manual.

Folks, if you have any of this Factory public domain documentation, feel free to upload it, or email it to me and I'll take care of it! Enjoy!

BlueBirdExpress4500CommuterCoach.pdf (Size: 4.21 MB / Downloads: 1514)

2003 M380 Data Book

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:34:23 +0000

Here's a great Factory description of the M380 feature set. Enjoy!

If anyone has any of this Factory Authored public domain material, feel free to upload it, or email it to me and I'll take care of it. Our membership would certainly enjoy the convenience of having these manuals.

2003 M380 Data Book.pdf (Size: 4.44 MB / Downloads: 958)

1987 Wanderlodge WLPT Owner's Manual & Chassis Parts Catalog

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:32:37 +0000

1987 Wanderlodge WLPT Owner's Manual & Chassis Parts Catalog.

If anyone has any of this Factory Authored public domain material, feel free to upload it, or email it to me and I'll take care of it. Our membership would certainly enjoy the convenience of having these manuals.

1987 Wanderlodge WLPT Owner\'s Manual & Chassis Parts Catalog.pdf (Size: 10.12 MB / Downloads: 1045)

2001 Wanderlodge 40' LX & 43' LXi Data Book

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:15:29 +0000

Here's a great Factory document that details the LX and LXi feature set.

If you guys have any of this Factory Authored material, that's now public domain, it'd be great to share it!

Or, email it to me and I'll upload it and organize it.

2001 Wanderlodge 40\' LX & 43\' LXi Data Book.pdf (Size: 3.6 MB / Downloads: 1373)

1988 Wanderlodge WLFC Owner's Manual

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:02:04 +0000

Here's a Factory Owner's Manual for the 1988 Wanderlodge WLFC. Thought it'd be good to share it.

If anyone has any of this Factory authored material, that's now public domain, it'd be great to share it!

Or, email it to me and I'll upload it and organize it.

1988 Wanderlodge WLFC Owner\'s Manual.pdf (Size: 8.54 MB / Downloads: 845)

Intake Plenum Vacuum Measurement Probe

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:31:58 +0000

High resolution and accuracy intake plenum vacuum monitoring:

Sensor - Low Pressure - Literature - R3.pdf (Size: 339.72 KB / Downloads: 922)

LED Display - Literature - R1.pdf (Size: 589.41 KB / Downloads: 968)

M450- SWAG- PDF Manuals

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:41:29 +0000

M450 owners, hopefully you find this post useful. Rich, my apologies if I am late to the party as I know you are way ahead! At the very least, I hope this allows you guys the ability to leave the hard copy at home and make more room for BEER!!!!!!!!!!

David, my apologies for the big MB's......if you have a better Idea, please let me know, thanks!

Rich, if these are available on the Bluebird bus site by serial number please let me know and I will delete this thread, thanks I do not want to put duplicate stuff on here and I do not have access to the Bluebird site, thanks! :-)

  2004 450LXi Maintenance Manual.pdf (Size: 25.83 MB / Downloads: 830)

  2007 Wanderlodge Chassis Parts Catalog.pdf (Size: 17.69 MB / Downloads: 799)

  2007 Wanderlodge Maintenance Manual.pdf (Size: 17.41 MB / Downloads: 828)

  2005 Wanderlodge LXi Owner\'s Manual.pdf (Size: 24 MB / Downloads: 895)

Vanner Battery Equalizer

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:43:06 +0000

Obtaining 12V from a 24V Battery Bank, while supporting 24V Alternators and Chargers.

Vanner Battery Equalizer.pdf (Size: 297.5 KB / Downloads: 1187)