1980 - 1985 (35FC) or 1985 - 1991 (40PT)

[Dan Weaver]

More info: My wife and I also intend to full time in the future.
There were several reasons we wanted to upgrade from the 83 FC
before hand. I wanted more engine power and more tranny speeds. My
wife wanted a queen walk around bed vs the 83 FC side double. The
larger basement is a big plus for both of us as well. Other than
these items, we could have happily full timed in the 83 FC35.

On the years and coaches you mention, a 90 or 91 PT with the 5 speed
and 8V vs earlier 4 speeds would be my choice - if funds and the
$10K reserve allowed.
Dan
94 BMC 37'

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Dan Weaver"
wrote:
> The FC will get approx 7.5 to 8 MPG. The PT will get approx 5 to
6
> MPG. The FC does not have full basements due to the drive shaft
> running the length of the coach. The PT has full basements. The
PT
> has more water and sewage capacity. The PT will have more overall
> space for 2 people. The PT generator "may" be quieter. The PT
> requires more batteries and tires at replacement time.
>
> Will it just be you, or two of you, or more? What is more
important
> to you, space and fluid capacity, or better MPG and reserve cash?
> For either the FC or the PT, reserve $10,000 for R&R and
upgrades.
> Also check the history section at:
> http://www.vintagebirds.com/
> Dan, previous 83 FC35, now 94 BMC 37'
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "orbitalsolutions"
> wrote:
> > I have decided to buy a Bluebird. I have a total of $90,000
that
> I
> > can spend on a coach, of course I would like to spend less.
> >
> > After doing a lot of surfing around on the Net, I discovered
that
> I
> > can buy a good 80-85 35FC for around 40K. Or a good 85-91 40PT
> for
> > around 80K, about twice as much.
> >
> > I intend to go full-time on what ever coach I get.
> >
> > At this time I would very much appreciate the input of others
here
> > who have experience with these models. I wonder what the
> differecne
> > would be in cost of ownership between the older 3208 cat and the
> > bigger detroit 8V92. Of course I prefer the larger coach for
it's
> > livability, but I am concerned over the cost and ease of
ownership
> > between these two models.
> >
> > Thank you very much in advance.
> >
> >
> > -- Jim