2008

Vintage Bird Words January February, 2008 WWW.VINTAGEBIRDS.COM Notes from the President Janet Owen; VB1100 President 148 Rainbow Drive #4871 Livingston, TX 77399 (910)-322-5427 Matthew Pfeiffer; VB 1040 1st Vice President 12825 S. Rose Creek Road Rose Lake, ID 83810 (208)-682-2666 Charles McKeehan; VB1331 2nd Vice President Mileage Chairperson P.O. Box 528 Athens, TN 37303 (423)-745-8774 Jim Brookshire; VB 1339 Secretary P.O. Box 159 Saluda, NC 28773 (828)-859-2779 Bob Dilks; VB 1055 Treasurer HC70 Box 1305 Kingston, OK 73439 (580)-564-3517 Kathy Lawrence; VB 8 Webmaster hklawrence@netzero.com Jim Hamrick; VB1333 Parliamentarian As we begin the new year, I would like to wish each of you a very Happy New Year. I believe in open communication and solicit information from all Vintage Bird Members. No one can be all things to all people but by listening and talking together I believe we can reach a common ground. To all those who have lead and served before me, I want to thank you for your leadership and organizational skills that have made the Vintage Bird Club possible. A special thanks to those who have answered my many questions since November. Jerry and I have made such wonderful friends since we have been members and want to build on the comaderieship and social life that has been such an important part of life among us as one of the leading brand of motor coach owners. In this newsletter you will be able to see what plans are underway for our initial rallies. Some great plans are being made by John and Ruth Jacquinet for a Cape Cod rally, and by Bill and Dorothy Helland for Springfield, ILL. The rally for skiers by Ken Doyle and Charlie McKeehan is planned for Seven Springs. This notice in the newsletter may be a little late but we wanted everyone to know about it and if interested plan to attend next year. The Internet was used to advertise it and we hope to try that again. You wouldn t have to take your coach as there are places to stay and then join in the social activities with the group. Ken would like to hear from you if you have any interest at all. If you have an idea for a rally that you would like to explore or carry out, we would love to hear from you. I encourage each of you to update your e-mail address so you can receive information notices. These updates and corrections should be sent to Jim and Nancy Brookshire. Their e-mail address is woodwinds@alltel.net. Don t forget the joint rally with The Blue Bird Chapter that is scheduled to immediately follow the Rally in the Valley in November. It will be held in Dillard, Georgia. We have a web page and I encourage you to check it out. Is there someone out there that likes to take pictures and would like to be our Chapter Historian? I think it is important to keep these records. Is there someone doing this already for the chapter? I am interested in following through on this project. Please contact me if you are interested. We have a beautiful country let s get out and enjoy it with our Vintage Bird Friends. Janet Owen Feb. 11-17 Feb. 25-28 June 9-13 July 7-10 July 14-17 Oct. 26-30 Nov. 2-6 Tentative Rally Schedule 7-Springs Mountain Resort with Ken Doyle in PA FMCA International Convention in Pomona, CA Cape Cod with John and Ruth Jacquinet in MA LincolnLand with Bill and Dorothy Helland in Springfield, IL FMCA International Rally in St. Paul, MN Rally In the Valley Fall Festival Rally (Joint with Blue Bird Chapter) Dillard, GA

7-Springs Mountain Resort Winter Adventure Has been scheduled for Feb 11 thru 17 Our 2 nd Annual Winter Adventure is being planned for 7-Springs Mountain Resort to enjoy winter activities of skiing, snowboarding, tubing, watching, shopping, eating, singing..and they also have slay and snow cat rides, and snow mobile rentals available. 7-Srings is a family oriented 4 season resort that has miles of indoor facilities for walking, shopping, swimming, games, bowling, skating, dancing and more. The architecture will occupy lots of time looking at the chestnut log construction and trying to figure out where all the walk ways go. For more information go to their web site http://www.7springs.com. They have RV hookup sites for 5 coaches. More coaches can be accommodated in their parking lot if you boon dock. They also have hotel lodging, house rentals and three restaurants with one having a 3 star rating. 7-Springs is about 30 min. off of the PA Turnpike at Somerset, PA which is about 60 min. SE of Pittsburg. Seven Springs Mountain Resort, 777 Waterwheel Dr, Champion, PA 15622, 814-352-7777 or 800-452- 2223 RV hookups are near the slopes with 30 amps, water at one hydrant, dump and showers in the lodge facilities for about $35 per night. Or, you can stay in the parking lot for a minimum fee. There are lots of slopes that range from beginner to advance with two slope viewing locations. Shuttle busses are provided to get from the parking lot to all facilities. There are more restaurants and another ski facility about 15 min. from 7-Springs. Also, there are several sites to visit in the area including houses built by Frank Lloyd Wright. This adventure is being hosted by Ken Doyle and Charlie McKeehan. Due to the limited hookup spaces, please E-mail or call Ken Doyle ASAP to indicate your interest and we can provide additional information. J K (Ken) Doyle, VB# 1177, FMCA# F199112 100 Pine View Drive, Mobjack VA, H: 804-725-3132, C: 301-908-5735, or Email: ken.hvac-conserve@att.net Let it Snow -- Let it Snow Snow Let it

CAPE COD RALLY Date: Site: June 9'th, noon arrival, to June13'th, 2008, 11:00 AM departure. Early arrivals and later departures will be OK Atlantic Oaks Campground Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts There will be water, sewer, cable and 30 amp on all sites and some 50 amp services. We will provide some breakfast, a lunch and pot luck dinners during the rally. We are in the process of setting up 2 trips. They may be a Cruise, Train Ride, Whale Watch or a trip to Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, (these are the founders of the Titanic). There is the Cape Cod Rail Trail, about 100 yards from the rear of the campground, which is 50 to 75 miles of paved walking and biking trails to both ends of the Cape. There are many places for you to explore and shop on the Cape, also, miles of beautiful Beaches and Bays to walk or swim. We have reserved 32 sites for the rally. Please consider joining us next June. There will be more information to follow. Thank You, John & Ruth Jacquinet P.S. We are starting to form a committee to help during the Rally. If you are interested in helping, please contact us at jjacquinet@wsc.ma.edu or our phones. 1-413-323-0367 HOME 1-413-210-6655 You may pre-register for this rally by submitting the following registration form to John Jacquinet, 281 Chauncey Walker St. #117, Belchertown, MA 01007 accompanied by a deposit of $150.00 Name No. in Party Address E-mail Address Size of rig (if towing a trailer include the size of the trailer) Bringing a pet. If you are bringing a pet you must bring vaccination papers and there is a charge for pets. 50/30 amp service ( limited number of 50amp sites) Prices: $150.00 Deposit $350.00 to $400.00 Rally Fee is for 2 adults and 1 coach. $50.00 Children under 6 $85.00 Children 6 to 18

Date: Site: LINCOLNLAND RALLY JULY 2008 July 7 th, 1 PM arrival, to July 10 th 11:00 am departure The Double J Campground Springfield, IL The Double J Campground & RV Park 9683 Palm Rd. Chatham, IL 62629 217 483 9998 doublejcampground@msn.com There will be water, sewer, and 50 amp service on all sites. We will have pot luck meals and meals on your own. No scheduled specific meals planned at this time. Possible sites: New Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum Executive Mansion, (where our Gov NEVER stays) A Frank Lloyd Wright home 114 th Infantry Regiment Flag Retreat Portrayal The Lincoln Home Lincoln s New Salem Historic Site Old State Capitol Lincoln Tomb and lots more to see in Springfield, the Capitol of Illinois, lots of shopping, much within walking distance. The FMCA Intl Meeting in St Paul Minnesota begins July 14, so those of us interested will have 3 days to get there and those of us that want to stay and explore more of Lincolnland can do so, just let the Campground Hosts know ASAP. We have reserved sites for 20 RVs. Cut off date for reservations is June 9 th, 2008. If you want to arrive before July 7 th or stay after July 10 th, you will have to make your own reservations: Please think about joining us, there will be more information to follow. Thank You Bill & Dorothy Helland Last Name First Names Address Phone Cell Email First Time VB# FMCA# Length Deposit $150.00 Mail to: Bill Helland P.O. Box 837 Matoon, IL 61938 Cell Phone (217)254-5010

APPLICATION FOR VINTAGE BIRD CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP In December of 1984, the Vintage Birds Chapter of FMCA was chartered for owners of older Blue Bird Wanderlodge Coaches. To be eligible for membership, you must first be a member in good standing of FMCA. Then you must own a Blue Bird Wanderlodge or BMC five years old or older. For example, a 2000 coach would be eligible in the fall of 2004 when the 2005 models go on sale. If after joining the Chapter, should you purchase a later model Wanderlodge, you may still remain a member of the Chapter. The purpose of the Chapter is to provide a forum for exchange of ideas concerning the maintenance or modification of Blue Bird Wanderlodge Coaches or BMC. The Chapter will also provide fellowship among owners, conduct interesting and affordable rallies. The Chapter will publish a newsletter for the purpose of providing Chapter, social and technical information on Blue Bird Wanderlodge and BMC. The initiation fee is $25.00. This will cover your Chapter name badges and the first year s dues. After the first year the Annual Dues are $10.00 Please Print and Send check for $25.00 with this application to: Bob Dilks HC 70 Box 1305 Kingston, OK 73439 First and Last Name: Spouse First and Last Name First Names on badge: Spouse Street City: State: Zip: Email: Home Phone: ( ) - Cell Phone: ( ) - Make, Model and Year of coach: FMCA # I am a paid up member of FMCA and wish to become a member of the Vintage Birds Chapter. Signed Since our last newsletter several members have lost loved ones. Our condolences to their families and friends. Frances Schultz Jack Bruce

BUZZYS BILLBOARD 2000 BLUEBIRD 40LX MILLIENNIUM EDITION Cummings 450 hp ISM engine 50,000 Miles Allison World 6 speed MD 4060 trans. Jacob brakes, Ridewell Air suspension (10)air bags Howard Steering 12.5 K W Power tech diesel generator with auto start, 600 hours, Split battery system engine, house, generator, all new batteries, auxiliary air compressor, laminate interior, exterior harvest gold and brown. Kitchen Corian counter & sink. Amana full size fridge. Ultra leather lumbar pilot and co-pilot seats. Three roof air conditioners, adjustable down and central ducting. No pets, non-smoker $239,000 Call (919) 493-4737 Email dub.tilley@gmail.com Anyone needing various parts and chrome strips for a 86 pusher or 83 forward control can give Al Horn a call. His home phone number is (662) 456-3873 or his cell phone number (662)456-8688. 1990 BLUEBIRD WANDERLODGE 40 WB 8V92 Tires & batteries 1 year, lifetime air filter New refrigerator & icemaker Ultra leather captain and co-pilot seats Exterior gray/silver/mauve $110,000 (352) 638-2247 1987 BLUEBIRD WANDERLODGE PT40 8V92 It has always been under cover when not on the road. It has been completely detailed & fully serviced every year. This coach was purchased in 1990 with 7,000 miles from Harvey Mitchell, Tampa Florida. We were the 2nd owner. 100,00 miles 4000 Wt inverter/charger With auto generator start 10 bank battery set, New washer/dryer Largest roof trunk 20 color TV entertainment center in bay 50# freezer DVD, VCR Car hauler trailer $68,500 Ed Wentzel 828-389-4494 Cell phone 941-400-4131 1990 BlueBird SP 36 Silver Anniversary Model 84,000 Miles Cat 300 HP Turbo Queen Island Bed, New Refrigerator, batteries, flat screen TV, hot water tank, front tires, auxillary air compressor, satellite Silver & Burgundy exterior. with grey interior $95,000 Stored indoors, no pets or smoking Call Gary Myles (440)-463-3540 shortblock93@msn.com 1993 WANDERLODGE 8V92 rebuilt engine Side isle walnut interior All Bluebird options plus 3 TV s in-motion-satellite w/d Health forces sale 129,900 or best offer 404-808-3331 or jjdubac@etcmail.com

BUZZYS BILLBOARD cont. Parts needed for a 1984 PT40 with a 6V92 Bay door 45 L X 29 H, Roof AC unit Kohler 12.5 KW voltage regulator 2-160 amp alternators or 1-200 amp Alternator bracket for a second alternator on a 6V92, Hydraulic fan motor, Fan/PS Hydraulic pump, Hydraulic fan valve Bendix air throttle cable and cylinder 12V alternator & bracket for the kohler/ Perkins engine Ken Doyle Cell (301) 908-5735 Email Ken.hvac-conserve@att.net 96 BMC 37 Cummins 300 HP turbo diesel, Allison six speed MD-3060 World Transmission with electronic shifter 26K miles 10 KW generator with 397 hours Exterior is Metallic silver over gray with blue and gold accents. Interior has light gray gloss laminate cabinetry throughout. Two blue, coral, and cream material sleeper sofas. Dinette is a corian table with extension leaf, two high back white ultra leather chairs. Walk through bath, dual door closets with washer-dryer combo, tile floor. Queen island bed two wardrobe closet, overhead storage cabinets. Non smoking coach. $110,000 For more information call Bob Grindle (505) 771-4010 or (505)980-5712 rggsig@aol.com 1995 BMC 37 Best keep secret in Bluebird line! Bluebird Quality, sturdy Spartan chassis, 300 hp Cummins and 8-10 mpg. One year old tires and batteries. Golden beige over teal; mauve, blue and teal stripes. Interior in white laminate, with teal and mauve trim. Two couches, one a fold-out in coordinating color fabric. Dinette, twin beds, walk-thru bath, plumbed for washer and dryer. Exceptionally clean in and out, no pets, no smoking. Roadmaster sterling tow bar. 95,000 miles. Asking $90,000 Will consider serious offers. May be able to deliver in USA. Jim Baker (734)482-4750 (Michigan) jimnmarybaker@comcast.net Call or Email for more info and photos. 1986 BLUEBIRD 38ft 8V92 Painted 3 years Blue, Gray & silver All Metallic with top coat New carpet and marble floor, garage kept $69,000 Pat & Grant Patten 705-429-6472 FL (239) 695-0577 Jan. March 1992 BLUE BIRD SP36 Cat 300 HP Turbo 79.5 k miles Queen island bed Loaded w/options and storage New refrig. & batteries $105,000 Dave Shockey (352) 787-3003 Cell phone (440) 487-5975 TheShockeys@Earthlink.net

VINTAGE BIRDS Andrea Dixon, Editor P.O. Box 1000 Paintsville, KY 41240 CHECK YOUR DUES "Dues Situation. Your dues expiration date is shown on your mailing label. Please check the date. In preparing our December membership report we found some members who need to pay their dues. Because of a change in officers, the need to coordinate computers and various timing demands, delinquent and current members who paid their dues in November were likely too late to have their expiration date changed for the November/ December 2007 news letter. Delinquent and current members who paid their dues in January were likely too late to have their expiration date changed for this the January/February news letter. Annual dues are $10 and any member not current to December 2008 by the March/April news letter will likely not receive a newsletter. Please remember that once a membership lapses and is dropped from our rolls and FMCA there is a $15 fee because we have to treat you like a new member by resubmitting all forms to FMCA. Therefore it is most helpful if we can work together to keep our rolls current. Please help us by checking your label and taking the action needed. Send your check, payable to Vintage Birds, to R. E. Dilks, HC70 Box 1305, Kingston OK 73439. If you feel there is a mistake, please call 580-564-3517 or email me at bjmd@texoma-ok.com." Bob Dilks