Years to look for

[Pete Masterson]

The 470 HP in my 42' managed 80+ somewhere in Wyoming on my maiden
trip. It was a matter of "gathering speed" rather than acceleration.
Once I observed this phenomena, I decided that I did not want to
repeat it -- noting that the _tires_ are rated to 70 mph max. (It
occurred due to inattention to the speedometer and not realizing that
it was actually capable of such speed.) Frankly, moving 48,000 lbs
down a highway at that speed is somewhat unnerving.

As for problem areas, make sure that the rear-engine models do not
have a clogged radiator from oil residue + dust -- it can cause
heating problems.

Pete Masterson
'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42
El Sobrante CA
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On Sep 28, 2007, at 5:36 PM, Scott Forman wrote:

> 475hp in 38 ft makes 80, even a little over...if my speedo is correct
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> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Hohnstein"
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>> 80+means 500hp 8V92, shorter the better.
>> MH
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: Scott Abshire
>> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
>> Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 5:37 PM
>> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Years to look for
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>> After owning 3 Foretravel motorhomes in the last 8 years I may be
>> looking toward an older BlueBird.
>> I need to get info on years and differences.
>> I want a rear pusher (are the FC's louder?)
>> As short as possible
>> Able to do 80+MPH with no problems
>> What are problem areas I should look for on older Birds?
>> Thanks in advance!!!
>> Scott
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