'76 Bluebird info

[chicknpollo]

Hey Mike,

I have talked to the owner also. His reserve price is 10k. The
wheel and rim problems are something I would never have known. He
mentions new batteries. Mechanic says it won't start without
charging/jump. so batteries have to added to the initial
investment. This coach is looking less promising all the time. I
am researching the engine parts issue and availability of different
wheels. 22.5 right? It may be looking is going to an educational
survey as opposed to a pre-purchase inspection.
Thanks again for bring me up to speed. I really appreciate it
Chick
--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Hohnstein"
<MHOHNSTEIN@...> wrote:
>
> I went to ebay and called the owner. He claims he has an offer of
9 grand for the rig. He expressed a certain skepticism about the
validity of the offer but it's on his mind.
> The engine issues aside, it has the lousy spit rim wheels, that no
one will work on. Used Alcoas average 150 bucks when you can find
them so add that to the total. I would be very surprised if the
tires are useful.
> I would be reluctant to pop more than 5 grand for the beast as the
potential engine and wheel costs would make an initial investment of
more than that a little high.
> My point is, 10 grand is all one would want to have into the bus
with great rubber, new belts hoses, batteries and working
appliances, including generator. That would be the top figure for
sure.
> Mike Hohnstein
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: chicknpollo
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Monday, March 06, 2006 10:47 AM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: '76 Bluebird info
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> Hello Mike
> Thanks so much for the info. I have added your suggestions to
my
> list of things to check on. I am meeting the mechanic who has
> (maybe) been through the engine, generator, trany, etc. It does
> have air brakes. I got a check list from vintagebirds.com, but
> specific year and model info is lacking.
> Thanks again, I appreciate your time and input
> Chick
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Hohnstein"
> <MHOHNSTEIN@> wrote:
> >
> > Air brakes would be a very good thing. The 534 Ford is
obsolete
> and very difficult to support in most areas of the country. A
3208
> is a straight forward repower candidate but unless a lot of
sweat
> equity was provided on the owners part it would be a poor
investment.
> > Assuming the engine is sound, one could expect 5 mpg and 60
mph
> cruising speed. Breakerless ignition update would be a major
> improvement as would a new carburetor in most cases. The
governor
> type Holleys are known for being difficult to work with.
> > I would want to leak test the engine before I paid any money.
The
> potential for head gasket problems is too sobering to ignore.
We
> are after all, talking about a 30 year old piece of machinery.
It's
> harder on equipment to sit idle than to be used.
> > Mike Hohnstein
> > Germantown, WI
> > 83FC35
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: chicknpollo
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Monday, March 06, 2006 9:16 AM
> > Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] '76 Bluebird info
> >
> >
> > Hi Guys,
> >
> > I am a new guy, not to rving but to BB's. I am going to
look at
> a
> > 1976 BB tomorrow, it's listed on ebay right now. I have
talked
> to the
> > owner. He doesn't know much as it was his father's. I am
> concerned
> > about the 543 gas engine amoung other things. What can
ya'll
> tell me
> > about it, the engine, the year model, inherent problems.
You
> can look
> > at his description on ebay, sorry, I don't have the item #.
But
> it's
> > the only '76 BB up there.
> > I would surely appreciate any info anyone can provide.
> >
> > Thanks so much
> > Chick
> >
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