LXI vs. WB's

[David Brady]

I'm with you Leroy. I love the rivet-ed buses of the 40's, 50's &
60's,

GM's, Flxible's, etc. Unfortunately they don't build 'em like that

anymore. If you want the newer features, Series 60, etc, then you

get the smooth sides. At least the LXi has rivets on the inside wall

panels.



David Brady

'02 LXi, NC



Leroy Eckert wrote:

I will stick with rivets. Most aircraft are built with one inch or
less rivet spacing. There are many 50 year old examples out there in
fine condition. My BB has three inch spacing. Yes there are composites
out there, all subject to UV problems over time. No offense to newer
units.



Leroy Eckert

1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors

Dahlonega, GA

Royale Conversion



Pete Masterson com> wrote:

I have to admit that the Series 60 in my '95 was a major
attraction. Nothing wrong with the DD 8v92, but it's been nearly 20
years since 8vs and 6vs have been built. It's getting difficult to find
experienced diesel mechanics who can work with them. Since the Series
60 is still in production -- and widely used -- there is little
difficulty finding qualified mechanics.

FWIW, I've had no troubles with the engine and haven't needed
any repairs on it -- just the usual preventive maintenance you'd expect.

When I had my coach weighed, I was a little surprised how
heavy it was -- but it's still comfortably under the GVWR and no axle
is close to being overloaded. I did, however, have to raise the tire
pressures to keep the tires 'in spec' to somewhat above the recommended
pressures on a plate found in one of the storage bays.

Some of the 'purists' might suggest that the coaches with
rivets in their skin are "better" than the later, adhesive bonded
models -- but I wouldn't know how true that is. From an engineering
perspective, adhesive bonding, if done correctly, gives a stronger
connection with less concentrated stress on the connection points as is
the case with rivets. But I can understand a concern that "glue" might
not be as durable over time. (But I've never heard that anyone has had
trouble with a 'bird in this regard.)

Pete Masterson

'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42

El Sobrante CA

"aeonix1@mac.com"

On Feb 13, 2008, at 11:46 AM, brad barton wrote:

Bruce,

David Brady has been working with the front end of his LXi. Mine is
not overloaded, but overbuilt. I don't think there is a better engine
than the Series 60, but I like any Detroit. Mine has a standard
non-slide bedroom without a rear closet, but the bed's a lot eaiser to
get around. We have a full length closet on the front wall of the
bedroom and 3 hall closets. Plenty of storage on board.



Brad Barton 00LXiDFW

"bbartonwx@hotmail.com"

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To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com

From: birdshill123@yahoo.com

Date: Wed, 13 Feb 2008 19:21:33 +0000

Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] LXI vs. WB's

We are still looking at larger BB's. I
have seen a few LXI's of the 98

vintage 41,s and 43,s for sale as well as a few 90 to 96 WB's. I

understand some of the differences such as the Detroit 60 and the

dropped engine for the rear closet. But I am interested in knowing some

of the possible problems with a 98. Is the 60 DD a good engine? Are

he 98's overloaded on the FA? I remeber reading something about some

BB's having this problem. Any other things I should be aware of? Would

really appreciate some assistance.



Bruce

1988 FC35

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