1976 diesel F-29296

[George Burke]

When I bot my Bird a few yrs. back, I was told that it was a 1977 FC31. Looking up front sometime later, I saw that it was described as follows, Body No. F28328, Model Yr. 1976, Factory Service Number 125028. All of these numbers are lower than the numbers that you spoke of. With (3) A/C's you would be looking at something longer than a 31', as mine is that, and has (2) A/C's. Mine is powered by a 534 C.I. Ford gas engine, and also has a Onan 6.5 KW gas generator. I understand that 1977 was the last of the gas powered Birds. You may be looking at a late 1976 or actually a early 1977 bird. I know that a lot of the parts on my Bird can be traced to 1976, which makes sense, as they didn't sell immediately after they were completed. Would be best if you checked for any other paper work in the vehicle. Look for install/completion dates on any part that you may find. Good Luck, George Burke 1977 ? FC31 Charlotte

On Wed, May 18, 2011 at 3:03 PM, wbostow <"wbostow@excite.com"> wrote:

 

Help! I can't figure out what I'm looking over:



1976 Blue Bird motorhome body # F-29296(can't find the word Wanderlodge)

It's a diesel, factory service number 125680.



Chassis serial # 9455

Engine # 20147287



It has a diesel Onan 12,ODJC-3CR/2701AA generator and three rooftop ACs. Could those be original?



Is this a "Wanderlodge"?

The ususal fold-down dining table area has a counter with drawers. Could that have been an original option?



Would that be a CAT diesel propulsion engine?



What are the odds of getting engines working again without rebuild after 2+ years of non-start?



I can't find VIN locators and don't find any diesels before 1977 on the vintage Wanderlodge site.



Any help would be appreciated including where to look or whom to call. Thanks!