Since I don't know much about Wanderlodges

[George Lowry]

Scott Forman wrote:

>Go to http://www.VintageBirds.com, lots of history info there.
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>I'm no expert, but here's a brief brreakdown for you:
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>-Blue Bird started making school busses in the early 1900's.
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The first Bluebird bus was a 1927 model. Some place I have a picture of it.

>-In the late 60's, they began building the Wanderlodge on the Forward
>Control ("FC") chassis. "Forward Control" refers to the flat-nose
>bus with a front engine. Over the years, FC's were produced in 31,
>33, and 35 foot lengths.
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The first "motor homes" were bus conversions by individuals. Some of
those individuals formed the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) in
1963. Bluebird brought out their first "Wanderlodge" in 1963.

Check out the history on the Bluebird Corporation home page.

George Lowry
'06 Alpine Apex - Formerly '95 WBDA 4203
Spearfish, SD Enjoying the balmy weather in Gila Bend, AZ

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