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==Welcome to the Blue Box Wiki!==
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''Dear Wanderlodge Owner:''
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|1963 FC
|[[1964 Blue Bird Transit Home|1964 FC]]
|[[1965 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1965 FC]]
|[[1966 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1966 FC]]
|[[1967 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1967 FC]]
|[[1968 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1968 FC]]
|[[1969 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1969 FC]]
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|[[1970 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1970 FC]]
|[[1971 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1971 FC]]
|[[1972 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1972 FC]]
|[[1973 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1973 FC]]
|[[1974 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1974 FC]]
|[[1975 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1975 FC]]
|[[1976 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1976 FC]]
|[[1977 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1977 FC]]
|[[1978 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1978 FC]]
|[[1979 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|1979 FC]]
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FC | PT
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FC | PT
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FC | PT
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FC | PT
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FC | PT
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FC | PT
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FC | SP | WB
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FC | SP | [[1989 Wanderlodge Wide Body Pusher (WB)|WB]]
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[[1990 Single Axel Pusher (SP)|SP]] | PT | [[1990 Wanderlodge Wide Body Pusher (WB)|WB]]
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SP | PT | WB
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SP | PT | WB
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WB
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WB | BMC
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WB | BMC
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WB | BMC
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LX | LXi
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LX | LXi
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LX | LXi
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LX | LXi | M380
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M380
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LXi | M380
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LXi | M380
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LXi | M380
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LXi | M380
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LXi | M380
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'''FC''' = Forward Control | '''SP''' = Single Axel Pusher | '''PT''' = Pusher with Tag Axel | '''WB''' = Wide Body (102 vs 96") | '''BMC''' = Blue Bird Motor Coach
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== Production Timeline - Model History, Changes, etc. ==
==Year and Model Information==
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===1960's===
===1960's===
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|'''1963''' - First unit manufactured
|'''1963''' - Built in 1963, the first prototype Wanderlodge was known as the Transit Home.
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|'''1964''' - Called the Blue Bird Transit Home, standard equipment included a Chevrolet 348, Ford 332, or GMC 401 engine with a 5-speed Synchro-mesh transmission. This first platform was a forward control 31' gas coach.
|'''[[1964 Blue Bird Transit Home|1964 Transit Home Forward Control (FC)]]'''
Called the Blue Bird Transit Home, standard equipment included a Chevrolet 348, Ford 332, or GMC 401 engine with a 5-speed Synchro-mesh transmission. This first platform was a forward control 31' gas coach.
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|'''1965''' - First year of official "Wanderlodge" production
|[[1965 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1965 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
First year of official "Wanderlodge" production. These versions retailed for $12,000.
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|'''1966 -''' More information needed
|[[1966 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1966 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|[[1967 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1967 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|'''1968'''
|[[1968 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1968 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|'''1969''' - In addition to the standard forward control 31' gas coach, Blue Bird produced 9 units that were 35' single axel pushers (SP) with a Ford gas engine. The 1969 SP 35 are very rare Birds indeed.
|[[1969 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1969 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
'''[[1969 Wanderlodge Single Pusher (SP)]]'''
In addition to the standard forward control 31' gas coach, Blue Bird produced 9 units that were 35' single axel pushers (SP) with a Ford gas engine. The 1969 SP 35 are very rare Birds indeed.
'''[[1969 Blue Bird Inn]]'''
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|[[1970 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1970 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|[[1971 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1971 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|[[1972 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1972 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|'''1973 -''' These models used a Ford 391 gasoline engine delivering xxxhp
|[[1973 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1973 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|'''1974''' - Blue Bird adds a 33 foot coach to the product line. Both models run the gas Ford engine.
|[[1974 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1974 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
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|'''1975''' - Added a 35' length to the Blue Bird product line.
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'''Models:''' [[1978 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)]]
Added a 35' length to the Blue Bird product line.
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|'''1976 -''' The Forward Control (FC) model came in 3 lengths - 31, 33, 35.
|[[1976 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1976 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
The Forward Control (FC) model came in 3 lengths - 31, 33, 35.
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|'''1977''' - Offered in 3 lengths - 31', 33' and 35'. These models have a [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] automatic 4-speed transmission, and leaf spring suspension. All models could be ordered with either a side or rear bath. There are two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models and a [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]] on the 35' model. Note: there were several early units delivered in 1977 units that still ran a gas engine.
|[[1977 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1977 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
Offered in 3 lengths - 31', 33' and 35'. These models have a [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] automatic 4-speed transmission, and leaf spring suspension. All models could be ordered with either a side or rear bath. There are two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models and a [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]] on the 35' model. Note: there were several early units delivered in 1977 units that still ran a gas engine.
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|'''1978 '''- Gas & NA Diesel''' - 31' -- 33' -- 35''''
|[[1978 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1978 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
Gas & naturally aspirated Diesel''' - 31' -- 33' -- 35''''
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|'''1979''' - - Fifteenth Anniversary unit produced. Forerunner to the pusher. Thirty-five foot with [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]]. Designated the '''XV''.'''''
|[[1979 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1979 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
The 15th anniversary edition designated the '''XV''' with 3 lengths - 31', 33' and 35'. Running a naturally aspirated [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]].
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|[[1980 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1980 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
This is the first year [[Ridewell air suspension]] was added to the standard equipment. However, some early 1980 units were shipped with leaf spring suspension. The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] automatic 4-speed transmission, and available in 31',33' or 35' lengths. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]] on the 35' model.
This is the first year [[Ridewell air suspension]] was added to the standard equipment. However, some early 1980 units were shipped with leaf spring suspension. The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] automatic 4-speed transmission, and available in 31',33' or 35' lengths. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]] on the 35' model.
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The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp|Caterpill]][[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp|ar 3208]]<nowiki/>'''''<nowiki/>''<nowiki/>'''<nowiki/> [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp|NA 210hp]] engine, Allison MT-643 transmission, Ridewell air suspension, and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]] on the 35' model.
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|[[1982 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1982 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a naturally aspirated [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] transmission, Ridewell air suspension, and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC received a new bathroom and dashboard design.
The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a naturally aspirated [[Caterpillar 3208 NA 210hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] transmission, Ridewell air suspension, and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC received a new bathroom and dashboard design.
[[1982 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)|'''1982 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)''']]
Blue Bird added a new pusher model to the Wanderlodge product line. The Pusher Tag (PT) was introduced with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, [[Allison 565-CR]] transmission, [[Ridewell air suspension]], tag axel, and available in a 35' or 40' length.
Blue Bird added a new pusher model to the Wanderlodge product line. The Pusher Tag (PT) was introduced with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, [[Allison 565-CR]] transmission, [[Ridewell air suspension]], tag axel, and available in a 35' or 40' length.
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|[[1983 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1983 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
A turbo charger was added to the Forward Control (FC) model's [[Caterpillar 3208T-250hp|Caterpillar 3208T]] engine to deliver 250hp. (''Note: Only the last 12 units of the 1983 model year were installed with the 250 turbo).'' The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with an [[Allison MT-643]] Automatic 4-speed transmission, [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]] on the 35' model.
'''A''' turbo charger was added to the Forward Control (FC) model's [[Caterpillar 3208T-250hp|Caterpillar 3208T]] engine to deliver 250hp. (''Note: Only the last 12 units of the 1983 model year were installed with the 250 turbo).'' The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with an [[Allison MT-643]] Automatic 4-speed transmission, [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]] on the 35' model.
'''[[1983 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)]]'''
Equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, Allison 5-speed automatic with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in a 35', 38' or 40' length. A rear bath (RB) option was also introduced on both models.
Equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, Allison 5-speed automatic with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in a 35', 38' or 40' length. A rear bath (RB) option was also introduced on both models.
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|[[1984 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1984 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208T-250hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] Automatic 4-speed Transmission, [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5 kW diesel generator]] on the 35' model.
The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208T-250hp]] engine, [[Allison MT-643]] Automatic 4-speed Transmission, [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5 kW diesel generator]] on the 35' model.
[[1984 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)|'''1984 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)''']]
Equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, Allison 5-speed automatic with integral retarder, and [[Ridewell air suspension]]. The PT 35' floor plan was changed in 1984 and designated the PT 36'. Thus, the PT model was available in 36', 38' or 40' length.
Equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, Allison 5-speed automatic with integral retarder, and [[Ridewell air suspension]]. The PT 35' floor plan was changed in 1984 and designated the PT 36'. Thus, the PT model was available in 36', 38' or 40' length.
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|[[1985 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1985 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
Equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208T-250hp]] turbo engine, [[Allison MT 643 transmission]], [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5 kW diesel generator]] on the 35' model.
Equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208T-250hp]] turbo engine, [[Allison MT 643 transmission]], [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5 kW diesel generator]] on the 35' model.
[[1985 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)|'''1985 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)''']]
Equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, Allison <need model> 5-speed automatic with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in a 36', 38' or 40' length.
Equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] engine, Allison <need model> 5-speed automatic with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in a 36', 38' or 40' length.
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|[[1986 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1986 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
Equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208-250hp turbo|Caterpillar 3208T-250hp]] engine, [[Allison Automatic 4-speed MT-643 transmission]], [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5 kW diesel generator]] on the 35' model.
Equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208-250hp turbo|Caterpillar 3208T-250hp]] engine, [[Allison Automatic 4-speed MT-643 transmission]], [[Ridewell air suspension]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. The FC had two generator variants, a [[Kohler 7.5kW gasoline generator]] on the 31' and 33' models or a [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5 kW diesel generator]] on the 35' model.
[[1986 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)|'''1986 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)''']]
Available in 36', 38' or 40' lengths and equipped with either a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] or [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475]] engine. PT's with the 6v engine had an [[Allison MTB 654]] 5-speed automatic and units with the 8v engine had an Allison MTB 741 4-speed automatic with retarder. This is the first year that the 8v92 was available. All models came standard with a [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5 kW diesel generator]] powered by either a Yanmar 4TN82 or Perkins engine.
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|[[1987 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1987 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
Re-designed Forward Control (FC) and Pusher Tag (PT) floor plans including the walk-thru bathroom. The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] turbo engine, [[ZF HP-500 Transmission]] with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]], [[Onan 8kW Diesel Generator]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length.
Re-designed Forward Control (FC) and Pusher Tag (PT) floor plans including the walk-thru bathroom. The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] turbo engine, [[ZF HP-500 Transmission]] with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]], [[Onan 8kW Diesel Generator]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length.
[[1987 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)|'''1987 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)''']]
Available in 36', 38' or 40' lengths and equipped with either a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] or [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475]] engine. PT's with the 6v engine had an [[Allison MTB 654]] 5-speed automatic and units with the 8v engine had an Allison MTB 741 4-speed automatic.
Available in 36', 38' or 40' lengths and equipped with either a [[Detroit Diesel 6v92TA-330hp]] or [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475]] engine. PT's with the 6v engine had an [[Allison MTB 654]] 5-speed automatic and units with the 8v engine had an Allison MTB 741 4-speed automatic.
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|[[1988 Wanderlodge Forward Control|'''1988 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
Equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] engine, [[ZF HP-500 Transmission]] with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]], [[Onan 8kW Diesel Generator]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length.
Equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] engine, [[ZF HP-500 Transmission]] with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]], [[Onan 8kW Diesel Generator]], and available in a 31',33' or 35' length. Offered in either side bath (FCSB) or rear bath (FCRB) configurations.
[[1988 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)|'''1988 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)''']]
The Pusher Tag (PT) model had a 96" wide chassis and was equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475hp]] engine, [[Allison MTB 748]] 4-speed automatic with retarder, [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]], Ridewell air suspension and available in a 36', 38' or 40' length.
[[1988 Wanderlodge Wide Body (WB)|'''1988 Wanderlodge Wide Body (WB)''']]
Blue Bird Introduced the 102" Wide Body Pusher (WB) chassis in both 38' and 40' lengths. The WB had a 102" chassis width and was equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475hp]] engine, [[Allison MTB748|Allison MTB 748]] 4-speed automatic with retarder, [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]]. Blue Bird also produced a limited edition XXV model to commemorate the Wanderlodge's 25th anniversary.
Blue Bird Introduced the 102" Wide Body Pusher (WB) chassis in both 38' and 40' lengths. The WB had a 102" chassis width and was equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475hp]] engine, [[Allison MTB748|Allison MTB 748]] 4-speed automatic with retarder, [[Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in 38' or 40' length. Blue Bird also produced a limited edition XXV model to commemorate the Wanderlodge's 25th anniversary.
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|[[1989 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)|'''1989 Wanderlodge Forward Control (FC)''']]
The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] turbo engine, [[ZF HP-500 Transmission]] with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]], [[Onan 8kW Diesel Generator]], and a 35' length. ''(Note: This was the last year of the Forward Control Model)''
The Forward Control (FC) model was equipped with a [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] turbo engine, [[ZF HP-500 Transmission]] with integral retarder, [[Ridewell air suspension]], [[Onan 8kW Diesel Generator]], and a 35' length. Offered in both Side Bath and Rear Bath configurations. ''(Note: This was the last year of the Forward Control Model)''
[[1989 Wanderlodge Single Axle Pusher (SP)|'''1989 Wanderlodge Single Axle Pusher (SP)''']]
Blue Bird introduced a Single Axle Pusher (SP) model was equipped with a center door, [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] engine, ZF <need model> transmission with retarder, [[Onan 8kW diesel generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]] and was available in a 36' length.
Blue Bird introduced a Single Axle Pusher (SP) model was equipped with a center door, [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] engine, ZF <need model> transmission with retarder, [[Onan 8kW diesel generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]] and was available in a 36' length.
====[[1989 Wanderlodge Wide Body Pusher (WB)]]====
===== [[1989 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)]] =====
The Pusher Tag (PT) model had a 96" wide chassis and was equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475hp]], Allison MTB [[Allison MTB 748]] 4-speed automatic with retarder, [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in 38' or 40' length.
[[1989 Wanderlodge Wide Body Pusher (WB)|'''1989 Wanderlodge Wide Body Pusher (WB)''']]
Equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475hp]] engine, [[Allison MTB 748]] 4-speed automatic transmission with retarder, [[Kohler 12.5 kW Diesel Generator|Kohler 12.5kW Diesel Generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in 38' or 40' length.
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===1990's===
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The Single Axle Pusher (SP) 36' was equipped with a center door, [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] engine, <info needed> transmission, [[Onan 8kW diesel generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]] and was available in a 36' length.
The Single Axle Pusher (SP) 36' was equipped with a center door, [[Caterpillar 3208TA-300hp]] engine, <info needed> transmission, [[Onan 8kW diesel generator]], [[Ridewell air suspension]] and was available in a 36' length.
[[1990 WB 40 - DD 8v92 450hp|'''1990 Wanderlodge Wide Body (WB)''']]
The Wide Body Pusher (WB) 40' was equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475hp]] engine, [[Allison HT 755]] 5-speed Transmission with Retarder, [[15kW Universal Diesel Generator]] , [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in 38' or 40' length.
The Wide Body Pusher (WB) 40' was equipped with a [[Detroit Diesel 8v92TA-475hp]] engine, [[Allison HT 755]] 5-speed Transmission with Retarder, [[15kW Universal Diesel Generator]] , [[Ridewell air suspension]] and available in 38' or 40' length.
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Changed exteriors appearance of Wide Body & SP. Made major equipment changes.
Changed exteriors appearance of Wide Body & SP. Made major equipment changes.
[[1991 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)]]
[[1991 Wanderlodge Wide Body]]
[[1991 Wanderlodge Wide Body Single Axel]]
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|[[1992 Wanderlodge Single Axel Pusher (SP)]]
[[1992 Wanderlodge Pusher Tag (PT)]]
[[1992 Wanderlodge Wide Body]]
[[1992 Wanderlodge Wide Body Single Axel]]
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| 1993 Wanderlodge Wide Body (WB)
1993 Wanderlodge Wide Body Single Axel (WBSA)
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| 1994 Introduced BMC (Bluebird Motor Coach).
1994 Blue Bird Motor Coach (BMC)
1994 Wanderlodge Wide Body (WB)
37' BMC 40' WLWB -- 40' WTOS -- 40' WBSD -- 40' WBDA
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|'''1995''' Added 42' Wanderlodge with 60 Series Detroit, 6 speed Allison and Aqua Hot heat. Redesigned BMC 37'.
|'''1995''' Added 42' Wanderlodge with 60 Series Detroit, 6 speed Allison and Aqua Hot heat. Redesigned BMC 37'.
M380 production began. All 2003's were single slide with one exception , it was a double. 2004's were 1 or 2 slide. No non-slide M380's were offered.No other models were built for 2004.
M380 production began. All 2003's were single slide with one exception , it was a double. 2004's were 1 or 2 slide. No non-slide M380's were offered.No other models were built for 2004.
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==Owner Resources==
===Reference Sites===
====[http://www.wanderlodgeownersgroup.com Wanderlodge Owners Group (the WOG)]====
This a very active message board with a dedicated group of experienced owners that can help answer your questions. Quite a bit of the knowledge contained in this site was gained and distilled down from threads on the WOG. This is one of the most valuable resources for any Bird owner.
====[http://vintagebirds.com/ Vintage Birds]====
====[https://www.facebook.com/groups/363507123811/ Facebook Wanderlodge Owners Group]====
Place Holder https://thevintagerv.com/the-ultimate-guide-of-wanderlodge-motorhomes/
===Buying and Selling ===
=='''Terms & Abbreviations for Blue Bird Motor Homes'''==
====[https://www.buybyebluebird.com/ Buy Bye Blue Bird]====
====[https://birdconnection.com/showroom/ Bird Connection]====
==Terms & Abbreviations for Blue Bird Motor Homes ==
*'''BMC''' - Blue Bird Motor Coach
*'''BMC''' - Blue Bird Motor Coach
*'''WL''' - Wanderlodge
*'''FC''' - Forward Control which designates the engine is mounted in the front of the unit. All Blue Bird Wanderlodges are rear axle drive.
*'''FC''' - Forward Control which designates the engine is mounted in the front of the unit. All Blue Bird Wanderlodges are rear axle drive.
*'''31-FC''' - Thirty-one foot Forward Control
*'''FC 31'''- Thirty-one foot Forward Control
*'''33-FC''' - Thirty-three foot Forward Control
*'''FC 33''' - Thirty-three foot Forward Control
*'''35-FC''' - Thirty-Five foot Forward Control
*'''FC 35''' Thirty-Five foot Forward Control
*'''PT''' - Pusher with a tag axle
*'''PT''' - Pusher with a tag axle
*'''PT-35''' - Thirty-Five foot Pusher
*'''PT 35''' - Thirty-Five foot Pusher with a tag axle
*'''PT-36''' - Thirty-six foot Pusher
*'''PT 36''' - Thirty-six foot Pusher with a tag axle
*'''PT-38''' - Thirty-eight foot Pusher
*'''PT 38''' - Thirty-eight foot Pusher with a tag axle
*'''PT-40''' - Forty foot Pusher
*'''PT 40''' - Forty foot Pusher with a tag axle
*'''SP''' - Single Axle Pusher
*'''SP''' - Single Axle Pusher
*'''WB''' - Wide Body
*'''WB''' - Wide Body (102" wide vs standard 96")
*'''XV''' - 15th Anniversary unit built in 1978/1979
*'''XV''' - 15th Anniversary unit built in 1978/1979
*'''XXV''' - 25th Anniversary unit built in 1988/1989
*'''XXV''' - 25th Anniversary unit built in 1988/1989
*'''Bathroom Configurations'''
**'''RB''' - Rear Bath
**'''SB''' - Side Bath