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Jeep’n, Wanderlodge’n, Dice Toss’n & All the Rest… A 10 year Air Force F-111 Top Gun grad & 30+ year retired international airline Captain with 40+ yrs of motorhome experience goes places some only dream about. You’ll see Ride-Alongs & maintenance tip videos for my Bluebird Wanderlodge friends & Jeepers who love “piloting”, upgrading & enjoying these fine machines. Expect a real-time “You Are There” format with natural sound and NO dubbed-in annoying music… along trails & roads few see. If at the end you feel as though you have shared our experience, we have succeeded. Yes, Old Guys can have serious fun too. Keep that seat belt fastened & Welcome Aboard!
Our 2004 Wanderlodge M380 38’ coach features: aluminum construction, 400 HP Cummins ISL, Allison 3000 trany & 2 slides. First a 2013 Fiat 500 Pop followed us, now an upgraded off-road 2021 2Dr Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has joined the party.
Site banner - Fiddlers Cove Military FAM Camp RV Park, just S of Coronado Island in California.
Our 2004 Wanderlodge M380 38’ coach features: aluminum construction, 400 HP Cummins ISL, Allison 3000 trany & 2 slides. First a 2013 Fiat 500 Pop followed us, now an upgraded off-road 2021 2Dr Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has joined the party.
Site banner - Fiddlers Cove Military FAM Camp RV Park, just S of Coronado Island in California.
The NARROWS @ ZION NP & 7.5 mile eBike Ride Down Pa'rus Trail to Watchman CG - 2024 Summer Ep4
The Narrows was a required exercise, even though I was still a little sore from the Angels Landing hike. That mild muscle pain dictated a short hike through the first deep area, and I will save a longer visit for the next time we’re in Zion NP. After that brief hike, I rode the Lectric E-Bike back down the hill from the last Bus Stop to our Watchman Campground site. Starting at about 5 min into the video, you can see what it's like to avoid the bus and do your own bike trail commute in ZION. The park has a great bike-hike only trail that's paved all the way to where it joins the lightly traveled Park Road, just North of where Hwy 89 splits off toward the Tunnel (seen in the last video). From that point, the Park Road can be accessed only by park vehicles and those who are staying at the Zion Lodge, so traffic is mostly just Park Buses and customers who are actually staying at The Lodge. Our ebikes got a workout on this visit and I thank fellow Bluebird Wanderlodge owner Kev for recommending that we bring them. Most of the bike riders you see on the trail were riding rentals, which they obtained in Springdale (just outside the South Gate). Ours are Lectric brand Model Ones, which we've had about 3 years.
Lastly, please check the National Park System website for restrictions BEFORE you visit a park. In this case there was an active WARNING for a naturally occurring biohazard in the river water. While it did not preclude visiting, one would not want to swim or submerge ones head in that water.
Every year we take our 2004 Bluebird Wanderlodge M380 motorhome on an all-summer excursion to escape the brutal heat of Texas and the Desert Southwest. Besides the big rig motorcoach Ride-Along's between our campground locations, you’ll also find fun & sometimes challenging off-road tours in our well equipped 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and sometimes hiking adventures. ALL with “in that moment” live commentary and NO added music.
Don't forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss our next adventure. I hope you enjoy this video & thanks for watching!
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Lastly, please check the National Park System website for restrictions BEFORE you visit a park. In this case there was an active WARNING for a naturally occurring biohazard in the river water. While it did not preclude visiting, one would not want to swim or submerge ones head in that water.
Every year we take our 2004 Bluebird Wanderlodge M380 motorhome on an all-summer excursion to escape the brutal heat of Texas and the Desert Southwest. Besides the big rig motorcoach Ride-Along's between our campground locations, you’ll also find fun & sometimes challenging off-road tours in our well equipped 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and sometimes hiking adventures. ALL with “in that moment” live commentary and NO added music.
Don't forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss our next adventure. I hope you enjoy this video & thanks for watching!
#narrows #zionnationalpark #riverwalk #ridealong #lectric #ebike #wanderlodge #nogaswelcomeaboard #comewithme #rvlifestyle
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ZION-MT CARMEL TUNNEL PRE-CHECK for RV - ZION NATIONAL PARK - Are We Too Tall? 2024 Summer Ep3
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Quick Jeep run to pre-check the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel BEFORE we take the motorcoach thru it later in the week. A quick visit to the Zion NP Visitor's Center, then we head out in the Jeep. Once we were up on top, we try a Jeep trail just outside the park. Then it was time to head back down the "hill". Every year we take our 2004 Bluebird Wanderlodge M380 motorhome on an all-summer excursion t...
Old Guy Does ANGELS LANDING HIKE in ZION NATIONAL PARK Bucket List Item Fulfilled - 2024 Summer Ep2
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Old Guy does the Angels Landing (AL) hike in Zion National Park. Yet another Bucket List item fulfilled... The alarm went off at 4:00 am, and very shortly I was on my Lectric electric bike in the dark & headed for Zion's Grotto bus stop #6. Not much "traffic" on the bike trail at that time of morning and the Zion buses wouldn’t start running until 6:15 am (Summer hours from the Visitors Center)...
The ADVENTURE BEGINS: Phoenix - Las Vegas - Zion NP arriving at Watchman Campground 2024 SUMMER Ep1
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Welcome to the beginning of our 2025 Summer Adventure series. It's nice to be back after several challenging months since the Eclipse Rally. Thanks for joining us on this first HOT trip to Las Vegas and then on to our first destination - Zion National Park, Utah. In this video I mention a problem I had with my Micro-Aire EasyStart A/C Starter. My issue was completely solved by removing power fr...
2024 Ep11 BIG SHOW! Total Solar Eclipse - Enjoyment Wanderlodge Rally Style - Apr 8th, Kerrville TX
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The BIG SHOW moment arrives! How Wanderlodge rally attendees enjoyed the moment at the Kerrville Texas 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. First, I talk with as many WOG'ers as possible to convey the excitement of this unique moment. Then it's time for the actual event. However, I left taking photos of the actual eclipse to the experts. In this video you see what we saw for a full 5 minutes, as nighttime...
2024 Ep9 Here! Bluebird Wanderlodge Coaches @ WOG Solar Eclipse Rally in Kerrville TX Apr 7th, 2024
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It's the day before the 2024 Solar Eclipse and we are at the Wanderlodge Rally in Kerrville Texas. This video played on the big screen at the final Activity Center group meal of the rally on April 7th. ALL the coaches should now be "HERE!", so I do another electric bike ride pass-through of the Old River Road RV Park to see all the Wander lodges. Fingers are now crossed that the clouds over Tex...
2024 Ep10 Short - COFFEE & DONUTS - Great way to start the day @ the Kerrville Solar Eclipse Rally
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Join me as I head for my first 2024 Wanderlodge Solar Eclipse WOG morning Coffee & Donuts. It's traditional that rallies begin with sugar & caffeine, plus it does in fact give you a morning "punch"! #solareclipse2024 #bluebirdgroup #wanderlodge #motorcoach #rally #rvlife #rvlifestyle #wanderlodgeownersgroup #coffee #nogaswelcomeaboard
2024 Ep8 FOOD & Slideshow from 2017 Solar Eclipse Rally in Casper - Did you see your Wanderlodge?
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It’s Day 2 of the 2024 WOG Solar Eclipse rally & Mexican food night @ the Old River Road RV Resort Activity Center. During the meal a photo montage of coaches at the 2017 Solar Eclipse Rally in Casper WY played on the big screen. Were you at that rally 7 years ago? Did you see your coach in the 2017 Solar Eclipse Slideshow? If you (or your coach) were there and missed seeing it, here's the slid...
2024 Ep7 - IT'S HERE! Day 1 Morning Bike Around @ Wanderlodge Solar Eclipse Rally in Kerrville TX
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It's day one of the long awaited Solar Eclipse Rally in Kerrville Texas. I do a quick electric bike ride pass-through of the Old River Road RV Park to see all the Wanderlodges that had arrived as of 10:45 am on April 4th, 2024. Remember, some coaches were still on-the-way when I did this pass. This video was shot with a hand held GoPro in one hand, while using the other to ride my Lelectric fol...
LITHIUM! for "This is IT" - Huge Upgrade for '95 Wanderlodge Issues Solved - 2024 Ep6 Q18 Rally 1/24
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We talk about Chris's Lithium battery upgrade on his 1995 Bluebird Wanderlodge Widebody Motorcoach and solving electrical issues that going Lithium creates. For owners of older coaches that Bluebird took liberties on with respect to wiring between chassis and coach sides, we cover how he solved that dilemma without resorting to DC-to-DC converters. Chris works his magic yet again! If you are ev...
THIS is IT! Version 2 Update - 95 Bluebird Wanderlodge Widebody Tour - 2024 Ep5 Q18 Rally 1/26/2024
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What's Chris Been Doing? Bluebird Wanderlodge Owner gives us an updated tour of his beautifully restored 1995 Bluebird Wanderlodge Widebody. If you own one of these fine coaches & especially a Widebody, you will continue to be amazed at the masterpiece he IS creating. Could've been a very long video. Our session included this tour and tons of information about his BIG Lithium battery upgrade. Y...
2024 Ep4 RAY’s PRIME RIB & 150 MAI-TAI’s - Q18 Bluebird Wanderlodge BOF Quartzsite AZ Desert Rally
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Best Prime Rib of the Year and Mai Tai's that slid-down WAY too easily. Ray reveals some of his BBQ cooking secrets, then all of us enjoy the feast and finally the Wanderlodge Group partakes of Jim & Denise’s awesome Mai Tai gathering. A great time was had by all with surprisingly little “payback” the next morning. Thanks to everyone who attended, for trusting me to share this with you. I only ...
2024 Ep3 BRONCO 1st Time, DrippingSprings & Rock House "Jeep" Ride-Along, Wanderlodge Q18 Rally
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Rod and Diane lead the Quartzsite AZ Wanderlodge 4x4 Wheelers on an off-road adventure to Dripping Springs & the Rock House. This year we were joined by our first Ford Bronco driven by a long time and well respected Wanderlodge owner. There are several good segments of him and his dear wife maneuvering their new ride. For this run, things don’t go exactly as planned starting with the weather. I...
2024 Ep2 Q18 TWO NEW FRONT SHOES Installed by Petes Tire @ Quartzsite Big Tent on a M380 Wanderlodge
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Watch as two experts change-out the Bluebird Wanderlodge M380’s front “shoes”. With all the twisty mountain roads we do, steer tires are critical. The annual Quartzite Big Tent event offers some good deals and one of those are at Pete's Tires. With inflation these days “good” is a relative term. These TWO Michelins lightened my wallet by $2000 😳 and that included Pete’s beating both FMCA and th...
2024 Ep1 Q18 Surprise to Quartzsite AZ Wanderlodge M380 a Wet Ride-Along
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This is our “get there” episode that shows how effortlessly this coach covers ground on its way West on Sun 21 Jan 2024. It's a wet ride out I-10 to Quartzsite with no problems encountered. Then we cruised to & through "downtown" Quartzsite, past the Big Tent to the La Posa South LTVA camping area. Wet, but straight forward and easy. #rvlife #ridealong #bluebird #overtheroad #motorcoach #quartz...
LAST VIDEO of the SUMMER 2023 Ep 26 - Coach Reposition & Ride-Along From CO to AZ
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LAST VIDEO of the SUMMER 2023 Ep 26 - Coach Reposition & Ride-Along From CO to AZ
First Time HELLS REVENGE + ALTERNATE EXIT Jeep Ride-Along MOAB Utah (OnX 6) - Ep25 Summer of 2023
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First Time HELLS REVENGE ALTERNATE EXIT Jeep Ride-Along MOAB Utah (OnX 6) - Ep25 Summer of 2023
CLASSIC MOAB OFF-ROAD TRAIL - Fins & Things Ride-Along Moab UT - Ep24 Summer of 2023 (OnX 4/10)
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CLASSIC MOAB OFF-ROAD TRAIL - Fins & Things Ride-Along Moab UT - Ep24 Summer of 2023 (OnX 4/10)
Black Canyon in the Gunnison NP to W Delores NF CG Ep23 - Wanderlodge Ride Along - Summer of 2023
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Black Canyon in the Gunnison NP to W Delores NF CG Ep23 - Wanderlodge Ride Along - Summer of 2023
To BLACK CANYON of the GUNNISON NP & WARNER POINT Hiking TRAIL Walk-Along Ep 22 - Summer of 2023
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To BLACK CANYON of the GUNNISON NP & WARNER POINT Hiking TRAIL Walk-Along Ep 22 - Summer of 2023
SLAUGHTERHOUSE GULCH - Union Park, Lottis Creek & LOTTIS CAMPGROUND Ride-Thru EP21 Summer 2023
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SLAUGHTERHOUSE GULCH - Union Park, Lottis Creek & LOTTIS CAMPGROUND Ride-Thru EP21 Summer 2023
12,713' American Flag Mtn, Italian Creek Trail & River's End Campground Ride-Along Ep20 Summer 2023
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12,713' American Flag Mtn, Italian Creek Trail & River's End Campground Ride-Along Ep20 Summer 2023
ALL DAY RUN! Tincup Mirror Lake St Elmo Hancock Cumberland Loop Jeep Ride Along - Ep19 Summer 2023
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ALL DAY RUN! Tincup Mirror Lake St Elmo Hancock Cumberland Loop Jeep Ride Along - Ep19 Summer 2023
CAMP HALE to LAKEVIEW GUNNISON CG CO - Big Coach Ride-Along & Big Passes - Ep18 2023 Summer Trip
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CAMP HALE to LAKEVIEW GUNNISON CG CO - Big Coach Ride-Along & Big Passes - Ep18 2023 Summer Trip
MOSQUITO PASS Colorado CROSS THIS? 4WD Ride-Along - Ep17 2023 Summer Trip Series
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MOSQUITO PASS Colorado CROSS THIS? 4WD Ride-Along - Ep17 2023 Summer Trip Series
SLIDE LAKE Colorado 4WD TRAIL & HIKE - Ep16 2023 Summer Trip Series
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SLIDE LAKE Colorado 4WD TRAIL & HIKE - Ep16 2023 Summer Trip Series
BIG COACH RIDE-ALONG Moving Day BOGAN FLATS to CAMP HALE - High Country Run Ep15 2023 Summer Trip
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BIG COACH RIDE-ALONG Moving Day BOGAN FLATS to CAMP HALE - High Country Run Ep15 2023 Summer Trip
Our BOGAN FLATS CAMPGROUND Site on the Crystal River in Colorado - Ep14 Summer of 2023
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Our BOGAN FLATS CAMPGROUND Site on the Crystal River in Colorado - Ep14 Summer of 2023
LEAD KING BASIN & ICY SLIDE Turnaround - Gladiator & Wrangler Jeep Ride Along - Ep12 Summer 2023
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LEAD KING BASIN & ICY SLIDE Turnaround - Gladiator & Wrangler Jeep Ride Along - Ep12 Summer 2023
DEVIL'S PUNCHBOWL 9 POINT U-TURN - Crystal River Jeep Ride Along - Ep11 2023 Summer Adventure
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DEVIL'S PUNCHBOWL 9 POINT U-TURN - Crystal River Jeep Ride Along - Ep11 2023 Summer Adventure
Beautiful area, although we generally avoid it in the middle of the summer as it's too hot for us 😲 We've driven RV's through the Mt. Carmel tunnel about 10 times over the past 30+ years of RV'ing with 3 different coaches. A 30' gasser, 38' DP and about 6 times with our current 40' coach. Never an issue although they make us disconnect our Jeep. 🤔 Which makes no sense as it is so much smaller and goes where the coach does. 😉. They told me it's because of the switchbacks, but those switchbacks are not that tight, much less than say Teton Pass which we've done with the Jeep connected. Still a pretty and scenic drive. Mike
@@zmotorsports62 Next vid will be coach ride-along thru the Tunnel, on our way North. On that move I felt much better having done the dry-run shown in this video. We too had to disconnect our “little” Jeep. Loved our Watchman CG, though the 30a service was a challenge with the warm low elevation Summer temps.
Another nice video Van. Can’t get enough of the Zion scenery.
Thanks! The contrast between upper and lower Zion is amazing.
Since all that campground has is a dinky lake and water....sometimes...."Currently water system is turned off and unavailable. A temporary filling station has been brought in, but supplies are limited. Please plan to bring your own water"...I don't bother with it.
@@larrywiddis470 Haven’t been back in several years. Even then, swimming (or falling off a SUP) was something to be avoided as the lake water quality was murky at best. Entire Flag area has a cracked aquifer so well water has always been hard to come by. Good BYO tip.
Im thinkin about doing this in my f150 tremor with full aftermarket skids. Have lots of offroad experience.. do you think it needs 35s or is it too tight for a truck?
Is a short trail with lots of small rocks. However the obstacles were not that tall last year. Take your time and you’ll be fine. The scenery around that lake is worth the effort. Watch those mosquitoes at the end of wheeled trail end, they were vicious when I visited.
@@NoGasWelcomeAboard we ended up NOT doing slide lake YET. The fire issue would keep us from camping that night. We did, in fact, fish the Arkansas outside of Leadville and then took the tremor over Mosquito pass. Not highly recommended in a stock suv/truck unless you have higher clearance, skids and a set of skills. Knocked the skids a couple times but came through relatively unscathed. Beautiful views up there. Have you been?
When I did Slide Lake last year, the lake was deserted and fish were jumping after the mosquitos. My hike was spur of the moment thing so no equipment. The trail was hike-in only between the parking lot and lake, as shown in the video. Also did Mosquito Pass last year, but was a little early and Fair Play side of pass was blocked by snow - ua-cam.com/video/0lj421HGJXM/v-deo.htmlsi=mnZGGFdmL66LHuaC. Am in general vicinity of that area right now & planning on revisiting Devils Punchbowl this next week. If you haven’t seen last years “9-Point U-Turn” video, check it out. Glad I had my BIL with me on that one. A little later in season this year & it’s rained allot. So expecting more open trails 🙂…
Congrats!
Thank you… Definitely a first and only AL hike for me 😄
Congratulations 🎉.
Thanks! Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Great bbq place in Springdale.
Thanks! Sorry I missed it, but now on “the list”…
another great adventure! stay cool!
Thanks! Just the beginning to an abbreviated Summer Season…
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Thanks. Chris is having a Rally next month in CO. Check the WOG for details. Should be lots of tech stuff as well as great wheeling!
Does anyone know where I can purchase the top? That he has on there. End the roof rack thank you
See my update in the video description. The company that made the one shown in the video was bought out by Adventure Rack Systems, a division of Metal Cloak.
Ideal set up!! Such a good video, thank you!
Yes, if I didn’t have the motorhome I’d convert Silver and do some Overlanding!
Makes me nostalgic for my parents. They had a couple of Wanderlodge Coaches during the late 1980's. I would vist them at various rallies around the country, like the "Rally in the Valley" in Perry GA. I'd like to think their coaches are still on the road. That one at 2:36 looks just like one they had.
Know exactly how you feel. When it came time to sell my parents coach that I inherited, it was difficult because of all the memories we had together in that one.
Looks fun
Incredible views with some challenges thrown in, just another perfect Jeeping day! 🙂
Awesome video, I had doubts about 2dr with tent and this video proves it's ideal and more options for manual transmission in 2dr.. what a fantastic setup
Spur of moment decision to ask them if I could video their rig, they were awesome. For Overlanding, would definitely consider this setup.
I have a 2016 6 speed manual transmission 2 door Rubicon and I just love it
Good job. Fantastic work.
Thanks! That setup was very efficient and compact. See the video description for an update on who makes it now.
Uh oh. I bought a 2 door JK just last month and I'm starting to get ideas....
Ever since I saw it, me too. If I didn’t have the motorhome…
@1:03 that’s a power steering pump going out. No biggie.
Beautifully done. Looking forward to similar build.
If I didn’t have the coach, would definitely consider doing this with my 2Dr. Manufacturer of this rack was bought out, but it’s still available from new company.
Were did u get the tent and roof rack at please
Full details listed in the Description (tap on video title while viewing). Construction, fit and finish is darn near perfect if one is looking for a compact totally functional setup for a 2Dr. Especially like their windshield crossover-step. IF I was looking for an overlanding setup to replace my bus, this would be a great starting point. Not cheap, but is anything these days?
2 door Jeep wrangler
Do you have dimensions or drawings for this? Nice table
Thanks, not pretty but highly functional! No, sorry I do not. Years ago I literally threw the table together from spare materials (hence the chip board side walls). Since this video, I have cut the original table down to reduce weight & size while maintaining the same 1” thick landing zone surface that still accurately duplicates real table action. Current basic table measurements are: 29-1/2 W x 24” D with the patten surface at 22” W x 18” D. Sidewalls are the same height as the alligator wall. I find this size to be perfect, as my tosses have become more accurate over the years. It all folds compactly and is easier to load in my RV, since the weight is also reduced. I hope this helps!
What size lift and tires did you have on this trail?
My earlier answer this thread to @Marty1911’s query answers that more fully… in short I currently run with 35’s & a “published” 2” Mopar lift (it’s really closer to 3” all around). A few of those shelf drop offs might’ve been slightly easier with a longer wheelbase 4-door. However I wouldn’t try those without some sort of stinger mounted in the hitch receiver, to protect the spare tire & the rear door tire mount. My stinger is a simple ball mount, turned “up” that extends the width of the spare tire. It has a few scrapes on it!
@NoGasWelcomeAboard Is your felt directly ontop of the 5/8 plywood or do you have some kind of padding between the two?
Sorry so long to answer… Have tried several variations. I try to duplicate the bounce and feel of my local casino tables, which are fairly hard with little bounce. First, I use birch plywood as it is harder than standard plywood. Then I experimented with various underlayments. Closest I could get is one or two layers of thin microfiber “felt” under my microfiber patterned top. When I tap my finger on the casinos table, the feels is very similar. When fastening the cover, pay attention to how tight you stretch the material. Too much results in a trampoline effect. Hope this helps…
Beautiful y’all are amazing people! 😊❤😊
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Crew chief at UH in 78 / 79 they were heady days. A fantastic jet loved working on the 111’s. I also crewed A10’s at Myrtle Beach in 77 / 78 when they first came intro the USAF. Maintenance friendly to say the least.
@Jonny5443 The 111’s speed & capabilities in the air were amazing. At the time and to this day, its pure speed on the deck was unmatched. However, it took many many hours of maintenance for every one that it flew. Crew Chiefs & Pilots have a special relationship. Those cocky young pilots who borrowed your jets may not’ve told you directly, but we all appreciated what you did to make it happen. Thank you!
Keep them coming. Appreciate it so much.
We do the same thing at WOG and BATB...
Yup, morning coffee is a traditional event at most rallies. As someone who's used to a campfire morning coffee at Q, this was a treat (and the donuts were a treat)...
Thanks again...
It was a great rally. The day after was sunny, naturally. Departing soon. Then it's time to get ready for our Summer travels...
My husband is there in Traveller. ‘87 FC35 from Florida.
Cool! Did you see your coach on this park pass-thru?
Thanks again for the videos. Looking forward to the 450 video.
Love everything about the 450 and looked them seriously a decade ago. However my NF style of camping dictated something more compact & maneuverable. Our 380 has been the perfect compromise. Bob’s coach is parked directly across from ours - she’s beautiful! That episode will be out in the next few weeks as I’m trying to get rally specific videos out during the actual rally. Thanks for watching!
Great documentation of machines that have provided wonderful memories for multiple generations…nice job as always Van, thanks for sharing.
You’re so right! Have met more than one multiple generation family here at the rally (like father-son), both who own Wanderlodges. Very few coach brands can claim that distinction.
LJ/TJ are the Last real Jeeps. JK/JL complete garbage
Garbage men are a dime a dozen, I feel sorry for yaa garbage guy🍭
Holy Busses!
Wish I was there! Y'all have fun! I saw one almost just like mine!
Hopefully the skies will clear and I can do another “bike-around” the park. This one will be longer as many coaches arrived after I did the first video
Nice job Van!
Hi Traveller (‘87 FC35 from Shalimar, FL).
Thanks. We cancelled last month for various reasons. Please keep them coming from Kerrville..
You’re not alone. Quite a few cancelled. Sad we couldn’t meet. Lots of 450’s here too, as you saw in the video. Think owner of coach across from me & I are gonna do a full tour video of his beautiful coach. Stay tuned for more…
@@NoGasWelcomeAboard Please do. Not a lot of videos on 450's out there. I probably know him through the WOG or 450 site. Really appreciate you doing this.
Nice cruise of the park! Certainly shows the variety of Bluebirds here!
Yes and those coaches are all “dressed up” too. So many new people to meet!
Thanks, Van. I feel like I was there.
That’s one of my YT channel goals… to feel like you are with me in my Bird & Jeep adventures, nice to hear it’s working. Thanks!
Great video. What tire size and lift did you have?
35” Nitto Ridge Graplers. Their noise and ride on the street has been outstanding. 35’s are the largest size one can do without changing the gearing. They are also mentioned by the factory as fitting without modification to the Rubicon wheel well clearance. Now that my 3 year factory warranty is done, I am considering 37’s when these wear out. However, doing that would mean modifying the gearing. When one starts doing stuff like that, other mechanical issues and suspension challenges must be dealt with. My Mopar lift is less radical and was installed about 2 years ago. I choose Mopar to keep the Jeep bumper-to-bumper warranty in effect. That kit is advertised as a 2” lift kit, but actually added right at 3” all around. With the type of wheeling I do, not sure whether I really need to go the the next level. Will face that question in the next year or two… Thanks for watching!
Nice ride along. I have done it 3 tiems but skip all the optional obstacles. Yes, 2 women rolled and burned to death at the Tip Over Challenge spot. They were in an ill equipt and faulty Polaris. When it tipped, all the gas spilled out and immediately ignited before they could get their belts off. They had not chance. Those off-camber hills are no joke and there are many in Moab. Chicken Corners is my favorite trail- scenic and not too hard at all. Fins can be fun- not too bad but has a couple of tricky spots too.
Obstacles are ok for those who enjoy them. Some of the trails we’ve done can be challenging. There’s always a temptation for the inexperienced to go beyond their ability and/or their rig’s capabilities. Our time in Moab last year went way too fast!
@@NoGasWelcomeAboard Ok does not mean safe. People can chose to play dumb games- if, as you say they enjoy them. I used to ride a motorcycle (20 years) at speed, sometimes in the rain and in the dark, next to 18-wheeled trucks. Not safe- but yes, I enjoyed it. I sold it whils I was way ahead. Yes, newbies get caught up in the excitement and can get themselves and others in trouble. Agree, Moab trips always fly by too quickly. ..which is why I have been six times and counting! Chicken Corners is my favorite trail.
This is awesome and I'm in my imagination right now planning my new setup 😊
They had their 2DR nicely set up, for sure. Was sad they were’t staying a few nights. It woulda been fun to see how their rig performed.
I have a Fleetwood Discovery and ive just learned from you guys that i cannot leave the motor alternator charging my Lithium battery from it, i guess ill have to do the same thing with mine, disconnect them from the alternator an charge them with the Victron DC to DC charger that way i wont burn my alternator and i should maybe isolate the 3 batteries "200ah" so if one bms not working properly it can be disconnected from the rest. Thank you for the great explanation and why you did it that way. Now i know i cannot start my motor from the house battery 👍👍👍
Glad it helped. Installed my Li’s before last Summer’s trip. Very happy with their performance as we off-grid camp allot. Separating mine from engine charging was easy. Chris’s not so much. Having solar makes Dc-Dc alternator charging less necessary. But can be beneficial depending on your style of camping (shorter stays with more driving).
Beautiful! Very nice work.
Definitely. Chris’s attention to detail really pays off. Looks like a new coach to most.
Nice ride.
Great video Van! I enjoyed it and some great shots of my Cherokee!!
As usual, it was a fun day.
Super nice bus!
It sure is. He’s accomplished amazing things with his bus! Way better than anything new for sure.
Check out Chris's YT Channel for more details on his projects - www.youtube.com/@bluebirdwanderlodgerenovat9715/featured
Strut shafts should face DOWN not UP as shown in video. With such small struts, it probably doesn’t make much difference. However, I am replacing the bay door struts, which are much bigger and stronger. Lift depot where I purchased those, says struts should face down such that the shaft can be lubricated with each stroke.