A road trip to buy a car hauler.... or buying a car hauler to take a road trip?

[Flash68]

The plan started out as the former but became the latter. :)

Been looking patiently for an old vintage truck/hauler combo for almost a year and finally found one I really liked. But it couldn't be further away -- New Hampshire. No problem. After a few calls with the seller (ebay listing that did not meet reserve) it became a good enough reason to fly out and make a road trip back out of it all.

Since the truck has a 360" FT (beefier version of the FE) motor, the man for the job of co-pilot and Chief Fjord Engineer could only be that Torino guy, Rob.

Ok, pics do the best talking. Here she is in all her 34,000 original mile glory.


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And here is the rough route we plan to take. We are heading up to get the truck next Thursday Jan 16 and are actually picking up a Camaro for a friend and bringing it back to Socal. So there's more justification to take a trip. :D



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So if anyone is along our route, wants to try to meet up for a beer or just shoot the shiat, hit us up and we'll see if we can make it happen. Also, if you have any advice on what roads to avoid or fun car or eating places to hit, we are open for suggestions.

We are meeting up with Payton in NC to hook up and see some NASCAR related shops there for a day. I'm sure some beers will get drank. :cheers:

Rob is a fish taco & waffle sandwich snob and I am a beer snob so we are on the lookout for breweries and cool eats. We are using this site as a guide so far. Pretty cool.

http://www.tvfoodmaps.com/

3400 miles. No overdrive. A 40 year old truck none of us have ever seen before. Probably 8 mpg. What's not to like?

Wish us luck. :popcorn2:

[68LS1]

The Long Haul - A Love Story :)

Not going to Austin Tx? Best food & music.

Cool trip, Just a year too late for me, would have tagged along. Have fun

[Spiffav8]

You should stop in and visit Jay at ABS!

Looks like a fun road trip for sure.

[im4u2nvss]

Sounds awesome! I hope to do something like this in my lifetime. Best of luck.

[SSLance]

Holey crap!! Cool truck. Looks like you are gonna add 10% to the trucks total mileage...just on the way home.

Sounds like quite the adventure, be sure to post updates as you are along the way.

[nicks67ca]

Im in CT 06488. If you get hung up on something i have welder, tools, jack ect if needed. If not safe travels. Oh and going through NYC avoid 684, 95, and the Jersey turnpike in the great NYC area not only is traffic aweful you will get hit with heavy tolls.

[Ron Sutton]

What an awesome road trip.

Just tell Rob to sing solo. So low you can't hear him. :lol:

P.S. We want stories! So post along the way.

[camcojb]

That should be a lot of fun, filled with a ton of stories. Good luck!

[takid455]

Agree with the tolls. Swing over the TappanZee in NY than 287 s to 78W (or 80 W). This will take you to 81 S which cuts out all the NJ, DE & MD tolls sans the NJ PA boarder which is cheap. 81 S will bring you directly to 40 W in TN. DE has to be the highest $ toll per road mile. I am in the North J area if you have time or need something.

[GregWeld]

Okay --- this sounds like we need to put in some votes -- which would be way more interesting than what Charley is going to get for The Mule!



#1 - How many miles before the first breakdown

1A) - How many miles from civilization and no cell service will they be


#2 - Actual MPG for total trip


#3 - Miles per quarts of oil


#4 - Cost of kidney replacement


#5 - If they go to Austin - will they or will they not finally eat at The Salt Lick

[califconstruct]

Cool... looks like a fun trip. At least you'll get to visit several mechanic, and auto-parts locations. Make sure you take plenty of tools and your AAA card to tow that Ford!! :) Wouldn't hurt to throw a bike up on that Thule rack to pedal your way to the next stop, when it breaks down. :lol:


Its awesome you can make the trip., boy that's a lot of seat time sitting. Very cool. Hope you miss that big freeze. Looks like its pretty nasty in that area. Safe travels!. :burnout:

[Ron in SoCal]

"Live to drive, drive to eat (and drink)"

Pick me up some stuff in NASCAR country and safe travels boys.

:cheers:

[fleetus macmullitz]

I was having a reflective moment reading this thread, and for some reason this life altering event came to mind...

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Looking forward to the trip updates on twitter. :bump:

[Sieg]

Okay --- this sounds like we need to put in some votes -- which would be way more interesting than what Charley is going to get for The Mule!



#1 - How many miles before the first breakdown

1A) - How many miles from civilization and no cell service will they be


#2 - Actual MPG for total trip


#3 - Miles per quarts of oil


#4 - Cost of kidney replacement


#5 - If they go to Austin - will they or will they not finally eat at The Salt Lick

A couple you left out:

Avg MPH
Max speed obtained
Lbs. of fuel
$ in repair parts
$ in repair labor
# of texts
# of Starbuck stops
Geographical point at which they bag it and put it on a transport and fly home.

:D

[67zo6Camaro]

That's so Bad Ars in so many ways?

Cool old school vibe to go along with the Nascar theme.
A Ford guy going to help a Chevy guy pick up a Ford.
A Chevy guy picking up a Ford to tow his Chevy.

:hello:

No matter what, I'm in love with the hauler. Those things just keep popping up on my radar. I would love to find one and put a Diesel motor in and still be able to tow a 24" enclosed trailer.

[67zo6Camaro]

Ok, pics do the best talking. Here she is in all her 34,000 original mile glory.

WOW

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are actually picking up a Camaro for a friend and bringing it back to Socal. So there's more justification to take a trip. :D


Wish us luck. :popcorn2:

The Camaro owner should pay for all your gas and repairs. :poke: :D

[67zo6Camaro]

Dave I can't get enough of this thing... What a find!

Let me lower it for you! Something simple or even fancy like a RideTech air bag system.

[Ron Sutton]

Too funny Greg,

Okay --- this sounds like we need to put in some votes -- which would be way more interesting than what Charley is going to get for The Mule!



#1 - How many miles before the first breakdown
1638 miles ... which puts them in Ozark, Arkansas. :waveflag:

1A) - How many miles from civilization and no cell service will they be
About 25 miles from Fort Smith.

#2 - Actual MPG for total trip
6.3 ... if it is tuned up. :)

#3 - Miles per quarts of oil
:EmoteClueless:

#4 - Cost of kidney replacement
Sine it won't be covered under their Obamacare ... a lot! :G-Dub:

#5 - If they go to Austin - will they or will they not finally eat at The Salt Lick
I don't think that's a detour they'll take after that many days on the road.

[96z28ss]

You guys have some big balls taking a truck that probably has never been out of the state on a huge road trip like this, and not only that hauling a car back on it.

Take pics cause it will be an adventure. How many weeks do you think it will take to get back home?

LOL I can't wait for the stories.

[glassman]

Plus ya got the Thule racks up top so you can take bikes along so you want have a long walk in the middle of bum f....k with no celll service....I see it as a win-win...

[Flash68]

Im in CT 06488. If you get hung up on something i have welder, tools, jack ect if needed. If not safe travels. Oh and going through NYC avoid 684, 95, and the Jersey turnpike in the great NYC area not only is traffic aweful you will get hit with heavy tolls.

Agree with the tolls. Swing over the TappanZee in NY than 287 s to 78W (or 80 W). This will take you to 81 S which cuts out all the NJ, DE & MD tolls sans the NJ PA boarder which is cheap. 81 S will bring you directly to 40 W in TN. DE has to be the highest $ toll per road mile. I am in the North J area if you have time or need something.

Thanks for the help guys. I did hear of avoiding the 95 at all costs in and around DC.



#5 - If they go to Austin - will they or will they not finally eat at The Salt Lick

We orig talked about going back there. But it's several hundred miles out of the way and we just spent a year there that weekend last summer.

We got Carolina and Memphis BBQ to sample this time. :y0!:

Make sure you take plenty of tools and your AAA card to tow that Ford!! :)

AAA actually will not cover a tow on this I found out because it has a "modified box" on it. A regular 1 ton pickup or camper truck is fine, but a flatbed or hauler or utility box on the back disqualifies it. So my regular insurance has towing covered in the UNLIKELY event we need it. :slingshot:



Looking forward to the trip updates on twitter. :bump:

I'll be sure to subscribe to Sajak's feed for the trip. :D

[Flash68]

That's so Bad Ars in so many ways?

Cool old school vibe to go along with the Nascar theme.
A Ford guy going to help a Chevy guy pick up a Ford.
A Chevy guy picking up a Ford to tow his Chevy.

:hello:

No matter what, I'm in love with the hauler. Those things just keep popping up on my radar. I would love to find one and put a Diesel motor in and still be able to tow a 24" enclosed trailer.

Dave I can't get enough of this thing... What a find!

Let me lower it for you! Something simple or even fancy like a RideTech air bag system.

Haha you are a bad bad influence! :lol:

The irony runs very deep with Rob and me going on this trip. Only after did committed to co-pilot did he realize a big motive for me was to slow down the Torino build so I could catch up. :idea:

Rich and I were just talking about getting an old Chevy version of this and throwing in the Duramax/Allison combo... man that would be killer.

The Camaro owner should pay for all your gas and repairs. :poke: :D

Oh he'll be paying the piper. :idea:

You guys have some big balls taking a truck that probably has never been out of the state on a huge road trip like this, and not only that hauling a car back on it.

Take pics cause it will be an adventure. How many weeks do you think it will take to get back home?

LOL I can't wait for the stories.

Figured this was a real opportunity to do some "pro touring" since trailers are for boats and this technically doesn't have a trailer.. and I don't have a boat... so... what? :snapout:

The adventure and risk of this is the biggest allure to me. Right, Rob? :lol:

[LS7 Z/28]

Can't believe none of you caught this, but they will be totally fine. The truck is a Transformer in hiding. If they get into any trouble they can just call Optimus Prime, hahaha. Check out the hood emblem. Sounds like fun guys good luck!
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[Payton King]

Sounds like you know a lot about Arkansas. That is where I am from and my family still lives in North Little Rock.

When you go through Memphis you will need to go down to Beale Street. A few blocks off is Rendezvous Ribs.

http://www.hogsfly.com/TheRestaurant.php

Do you know if the wheel base has been stretched on the hauler and if so how much? Ron S. thought that it may need more stretch to it.

Just thinking out loud here...where are you going to put your luggage?

[Ron Sutton]

Sounds like you know a lot about Arkansas. That is where I am from and my family still lives in North Little Rock.


I lived in Moore & Norman, Oklahoma for 9 years in my drag racing days. As you know, I-40 is the conduit east & west, so I've been through there many times.

[intocarss]

Fly in, hop in, turn the key and drive it HOME..WHERE'S THE CONFUSION??? :headscratch:

Nice truck, now put a Duramax eng in it

[Flash68]

Can't believe none of you caught this, but they will be totally fine. The truck is a Transformer in hiding. If they get into any trouble they can just call Optimus Prime, hahaha. Check out the hood emblem. Sounds like fun guys good luck!
http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/KGrHqUOKnIFJWF6MQwPBSZVOnJSQ60_57_zps045efbb7.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/KGrHqUOKnIFJWF6MQwPBSZVOnJSQ60_57_zps045efbb7.jpg. html)

Ha. Nice catch! :hitaxeonthehead:



Do you know if the wheel base has been stretched on the hauler and if so how much? Ron S. thought that it may need more stretch to it.

Just thinking out loud here...where are you going to put your luggage?

I wanna have some good ole Carolina BBQ too buddy. :D

Does not appear to have a stretched wheelbase. Only one way to find out if it will tip over or not. Test it on someone else's Camaro. :hello:

Rob's lap sounds like a great spot for my luggage.

Fly in, hop in, turn the key and drive it HOME..WHERE'S THE CONFUSION??? :headscratch:

Nice truck, now put a Duramax eng in it

No confusion here. Duramax may happen if this FE variant can't handle the Chevy riding on its back. :computer:

[Sieg]

Very cool DG. Only concerns are cruise speed and mpg. D-Max would certainly cure that and Bret would love to accommodate you! Front splitter, sun visor, cab spoiler and side CURTAINS on the bed too! :stirthepot:

[tones2SS]

Can't believe none of you caught this, but they will be totally fine. The truck is a Transformer in hiding. If they get into any trouble they can just call Optimus Prime, hahaha. Check out the hood emblem.

Nice eye!
That's awesome Dave. That is a really cool hauler. SOunds like a killer road trip as well.
Are you guys taking RTE. 95 or 495 South at all through Massachusetts? Not sure if I'll be around or not though.

[GregWeld]

Call me if you need me to come with the hauler and haul y'all....


The verbal abuse will be free of charge.

[Flash68]

Very cool DG. Only concerns are cruise speed and mpg. D-Max would certainly cure that and Bret would love to accommodate you! Front splitter, sun visor, cab spoiler and side CURTAINS on the bed too! :stirthepot:

:lol: Cruise speed is just a built in governor. Not always a bad thing.

Nice eye!
That's awesome Dave. That is a really cool hauler. SOunds like a killer road trip as well.
Are you guys taking RTE. 95 or 495 South at all through Massachusetts? Not sure if I'll be around or not though.

Not certain of the exact route yet. We have a couple dedicated stops along the way, but other than that are intentionally keeping it open and spontaneous.

Call me if you need me to come with the hauler and haul y'all....


The verbal abuse will be free of charge.

Greggers, I think my hauler will be the galactic opposite of your hauler. :D

[65 347]

3400 miles. No overdrive. A 40 year old truck none of us have ever seen before. Probably 8 mpg. What's not to like?

Wish us luck. :popcorn2:

This sounds like an episode of HOT ROD RoadKill!
Good luck guys!

Mike

[GregWeld]

Greggers, I think my hauler will be the galactic opposite of your hauler. :D




Well at least you can paint this one to look like a Ford and nobody would say a word.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Your a turbin, a lama and a cavity search away from what would be another classic National Lampoon movie.


Serious though, extra pillows and a hot water bottle should be in your load out. I'm praying your ass goes numb by Chicago.

[Vegas69]

You are out of your F'in mind. :lol: I'll just leave it at that.... ha

[carbuff]

I wanna have some good ole Carolina BBQ too buddy. :D

Mmm... I was there last weekend. :)

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[Ketzer]

Gonna be a fantastic memory to have! Whether the trip goes smooth or rough...!

I'm just east of Memphis, very close to I-40. Beale Street has already been mentioned along with Graceland for touristy stuff. There are plenty of good BBQ joints around town along with Italian, Korean, Ethiopian, you name it.

I have welders, compressor and tools. A large shop you could drive into with a lift. A local good friend that is a dyed-in-the-wool Ford fanatic with probably a spare everything for that truck.

Safe travels and look me up if I can help!


Jeff-

[Che70velle]

Are you guys trying to beat the latest cannonball record of 28 hours and change? I'm pulling for you!

[Sieg]

A local good friend that is a dyed-in-the-wool Ford fanatic with probably a spare everything for that truck.
Jeff-
Nice!

Hopefully he's got this in stock too:
http://www.shescribes.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/logo_withguymonkey-med.jpg

[FETorino]

"Live to drive, drive to eat (and drink)"

Pick me up some stuff in NASCAR country and safe travels boys.



We'll pick you up something. I'm not sure what it will look like or what it will be worth but we'll pick something up for you:_paranoid


Looking forward to the trip updates on twitter. :bump:

There will be updates but Skip why not take a drive South East and meet up with us Thursday night. And don't tell me the drive is too long that excuse won't hold water in this thread:lol:

That's so Bad Ars in so many ways?

Cool old school vibe to go along with the Nascar theme.
A Ford guy going to help a Chevy guy pick up a Ford.
A Chevy guy picking up a Ford to tow his Chevy.


No matter what, I'm in love with the hauler. Those things just keep popping up on my radar. I would love to find one and put a Diesel motor in and still be able to tow a 24" enclosed trailer.

Ford guy with two Vettes helping a Chevy guy with a Camaro painted like a Mustang who drives a Crown Vic.:confused59: :confused18:

Haha you are a bad bad influence! :lol:

The irony runs very deep with Rob and me going on this trip. Only after did committed to co-pilot did he realize a big motive for me was to slow down the Torino build so I could catch up. :idea:


The adventure and risk of this is the biggest allure to me. Right, Rob? :lol:

You're a dick, why did I agree to this:headscratch: :censored:

Call me if you need me to come with the hauler and haul y'all....


The verbal abuse will be free of charge.

If he never calls, the verbal abuse over an FE hauling a Camaro across country, will never end.:lmao:

You are out of your F'in mind. :lol: I'll just leave it at that.... ha

To be a part of this site and start one of these builds you have to be a little insane. :hello: What's new:bitchslap:

:cheers:

[fleetus macmullitz]

There will be updates but Skip why not take a drive South East and meet up with us Thursday night. And don't tell me the drive is too long that excuse won't hold water in this thread:lol:

:

Rob,

If it's 0° here and 5° in NH when you arrive, maybe I should take the short 10.5 hour drive "South East" to warm up.

:relax:

[FETorino]

Rob,

If it's 0° here and 5° in NH when you arrive, maybe I should take the short 10.5 hour drive "South East" to warm up.

:relax:

I'll see you around 5. :popcorn2:

[waynieZ]

If you guys' take 95 south you will be driving about 20 miles west of me through Prvidence RI . If you came down 95 or rt 93 to rt 24 you would drive right by my house in Fall River Ma. I'll be here if you need me or if you want some good Portugese food.
I didn't get to meet up with Rob at Cars and Coffe when I was in Cali for my daughters wedding.

[Flash68]

This sounds like an episode of HOT ROD RoadKill!
Good luck guys!

Mike

Not sure what that is but it sounds good. Thanks! :D

Your a turbin, a lama and a cavity search away from what would be another classic National Lampoon movie.


Serious though, extra pillows and a hot water bottle should be in your load out. I'm praying your ass goes numb by Chicago.

HUGE Chevy Chase fan here. :)

I coulda swore the seller said this has heated seats. I better double check. :wacko:

You are out of your F'in mind. :lol: I'll just leave it at that.... ha

Yes, yes we are. It's quite a place to be. :lostmarbles:

Mmm... I was there last weekend. :)

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You seem to be improving your BBQ Fu. :lol:

Gonna be a fantastic memory to have! Whether the trip goes smooth or rough...!

I'm just east of Memphis, very close to I-40. Beale Street has already been mentioned along with Graceland for touristy stuff. There are plenty of good BBQ joints around town along with Italian, Korean, Ethiopian, you name it.

I have welders, compressor and tools. A large shop you could drive into with a lift. A local good friend that is a dyed-in-the-wool Ford fanatic with probably a spare everything for that truck.

Safe travels and look me up if I can help!


Jeff-

Thanks Jeff! I spent a weekend in college in Memphis and am looking forward to stopping there again. Appreciate the offer.

Are you guys trying to beat the latest cannonball record of 28 hours and change? I'm pulling for you!

I like your style. ;)

Rob,

If it's 0° here and 5° in NH when you arrive, maybe I should take the short 10.5 hour drive "South East" to warm up.

:relax:

So that sounds like an upgrade there for ya. See ya there! :tv_happy:

[71RS/SS396]

I'll echo everyone about avoiding I-95 at all costs, DC has the worst traffic I've ever seen. I would take I-81 and drop down to I-40. You guys are welcome to stop by Jet Hot and check out the toy box, we are right on I-40/85 just east of the I-85 split to Charlotte. Oh you can bring Payton along too, he keeps threatening to come by here but I have yet to see the whites of his eyes. We have a few Ferds for Rob but some are Chevy powered :whistling: If you have interest in stopping by pm me.

You can see some of the toy box in the background of this pic

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[nicks67ca]

If your around Hartford Plan B has good burgers and is pretty quick for a sit down (lunch) dinners / fridays get busy
http://www.planbburger.com/flash.html

If your traveling down in New Haven via 91 (you can still pick up 87 around NYC before it gets bad) Pepe's Pizza is a awesome place. Its in the top 10 in US all the time.
http://www.pepespizzeria.com/?page=locations

Word of advice don't fill up in CT our gas tax is out of control. Try to fill up in MA even if you don't really need it.

Nick

[SSLance]

How big is the gas tank on that rig anyway? If it's less than 35 gallons you can plan on stopping for fuel every couple of hours to rest your butts and stretch your legs.

Wonder if Google calculated that in when the 49 hours was estimated for travel time? :D

[65 347]

Originally Posted by 65 347 View Post
This sounds like an episode of HOT ROD RoadKill!
Good luck guys!

Mike
Not sure what that is but it sounds good. Thanks! :D






https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOYlloxcRZA

Check this out, you will understand

Mike

[fleetus macmullitz]

Flash/Rob,

Sorry, can't make it.

Turns out I couldn't get a CCP in New Hampshire for these badd boys. :shakehead:

[XLexusTech]

Jay and ABS is about 5 miles form my front door... and I have a route through MA that will save you a few miles.. would love to meet uo with you guys.

[GregWeld]

I'm beginning to see why I can never make the time that GPS says... You make an epic trip like this - there's no way I CAN'T stop by every shop along the way... it just doesn't make any sense to be that far from home - and not enjoy the sights.

Oh! Wait.... it sucks to be you two because you have to get back to work. Sorry I even mentioned it. Stupid me! LOL

[waynieZ]

That was cruel Weld! Funny but Cruel.

[fleetus macmullitz]

That was cruel Weld! Funny but Cruel.

GW goin scorched earth already..and the trip hasn't even started!

:tv_happy:

[sik68]

Everything about this is epic epic epic!

[96z28ss]

If you guys' take 95 south you will be driving about 20 miles west of me through Prvidence RI . If you came down 95 or rt 93 to rt 24 you would drive right by my house in Fall River Ma. I'll be here if you need me or if you want some good Portugese food.
I didn't get to meet up with Rob at Cars and Coffe when I was in Cali for my daughters wedding.

Yeah good idea right here, then that way you will drive over the Braga Bridge and I'll collect my toll (its expensive) next time I see you.

[DOOM]

That's so Bad Ars in so many ways?

Cool old school vibe to go along with the Nascar theme.
A Ford guy going to help a Chevy guy pick up a Ford.
A Chevy guy picking up a Ford to tow his Chevy.

:hello:

No matter what, I'm in love with the hauler. Those things just keep popping up on my radar. I would love to find one and put a Diesel motor in and still be able to tow a 24" enclosed trailer.

I'm with Brett on this one! I had one of these for a tow truck many years ago.Bring lots of fuel money for fuel:G-Dub: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think I was getting 6-7 miles to a gallon..:eek:

[ironworks]

There was one here on Craigslist forever it seemed in Bakersfield. Like 3900 and a Chevrolet. But this journey will be more fun.

[ironworks]

The Long Haul - A Love Story :)

Not going to Austin Tx? Best food & music.

Cool trip, Just a year too late for me, would have tagged along. Have fun

I heard you should skip the Salt Lick. Way over rated from what I hear.

[GregWeld]

I heard you should skip the Salt Lick. Way over rated from what I hear.



Well.... yeah.... you do need an appreciation for good food. They don't serve booze unless by special arrangement... and by the time DG spends his IRA on fuel and tires... McDonalds will be on the top of the food chain.


LOL



My only issue with this whole trip is that I'm not going along for the ride....

[Sieg]

I'm with Brett on this one! I had one of these for a tow truck many years ago.Bring lots of fuel money for fuel:G-Dub: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think I was getting 6-7 miles to a gallon..:eek:

Too bad they're hauling that Camaro because they can't strap a 1000 gallon fuel bladder on the hog. :D

[OBeer-WAN-Kenobi]

Too bad they're hauling that Camaro because they can't strap a 1000 gallon fuel bladder on the hog. :D
Does the Camaro in question still have a usable gas tank? If so, problem solved. Bring a hose that reaches the truck filler from the Camaro tank and it should siphon in as needed since it's nice and high. You may need to get a mouth full to get it started and a little duct tape to keep it in place but no biggie. When you stop for fuel, just fill up both tanks. :idea:

[intocarss]

Too bad they're hauling that Camaro because they can't strap a 1000 gallon fuel bladder on the hog. :DBesides a diesel... what are you all towing with that gets such good MPG?? I never got better then 6-8 towing anywhere

[Payton King]

I know where you shop is and how far it is from my house, but I have no idea how far it is from I-77/ I-40 junction at Statesville.

[Tony_SS]

I think it's all downhill on the way back so they are good to throw it in N and coast a ways.

[71RS/SS396]

I know where you shop is and how far it is from my house, but I have no idea how far it is from I-77/ I-40 junction at Statesville.

Payton, my guess would be about 80-90 miles. I can make it to DSE in 1.5-1.75 hours from Jet Hot depending on how many times the tires touch the road. Oh yeah there's some small brewery just east of the 40/85 split but I can't remember the name.

Edit... here it is http://www.redoakbrewery.com/home.php

[FETorino]

Oh yeah there's some small brewery just east of the 40/85 split but I can't remember the name.

Edit... here it is http://www.redoakbrewery.com/home.php

Look DG craft brew:headspin:

[GregWeld]

Take comfortable walking shoes...

[67zo6Camaro]

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/KGrHqUOKnIFJWF6MQwPBSZVOzjlw60_57_zpsde3567f5.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/KGrHqUOKnIFJWF6MQwPBSZVOzjlw60_57_zpsde3567f5.jpg. html)

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/T2eC16ZHJFsFFSSYQD0VBSZVOc2OEg60_57_zpsf4401306.jp g (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/T2eC16ZHJFsFFSSYQD0VBSZVOc2OEg60_57_zpsf4401306.jp g.html)

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/KGrHqUOKnIFJWF6MQwPBSZVOnJSQ60_57_zps045efbb7.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/KGrHqUOKnIFJWF6MQwPBSZVOnJSQ60_57_zps045efbb7.jpg. html)



With all the excitement, What's your plans with the new hauler? Run as she is? Paint it blue with a white stripe? Put a Chevy grill on and call it a day? Any future dreams about this thing? :popcorn2:

[Sieg]

Does the Camaro in question still have a usable gas tank? If so, problem solved. Bring a hose that reaches the truck filler from the Camaro tank and it should siphon in as needed since it's nice and high. You may need to get a mouth full to get it started and a little duct tape to keep it in place but no biggie. When you stop for fuel, just fill up both tanks. :idea:
A full Camaro tank should give them an additional 90 mile range with a tailwind. :tiptoe:

[Flash68]

I'm beginning to see why I can never make the time that GPS says... You make an epic trip like this - there's no way I CAN'T stop by every shop along the way... it just doesn't make any sense to be that far from home - and not enjoy the sights.

Oh! Wait.... it sucks to be you two because you have to get back to work. Sorry I even mentioned it. Stupid me! LOL

Talk to Rob... I have the whole month off... and more if I wanted. :hitaxeonthehead:

I'll echo everyone about avoiding I-95 at all costs, DC has the worst traffic I've ever seen. I would take I-81 and drop down to I-40. You guys are welcome to stop by Jet Hot and check out the toy box, we are right on I-40/85 just east of the I-85 split to Charlotte. Oh you can bring Payton along too, he keeps threatening to come by here but I have yet to see the whites of his eyes. We have a few Ferds for Rob but some are Chevy powered :whistling: If you have interest in stopping by pm me.

You can see some of the toy box in the background of this pic

http://i1009.photobucket.com/albums/af219/tmackg71/Track%20Car/70track.jpg (http://s1009.photobucket.com/user/tmackg71/media/Track%20Car/70track.jpg.html)

Thanks Tim for the offer. We'll see if we can pencil it in. I'd like to see YOUR car as well. :thumbsup:

If your around Hartford Plan B has good burgers and is pretty quick for a sit down (lunch) dinners / fridays get busy
http://www.planbburger.com/flash.html

If your traveling down in New Haven via 91 (you can still pick up 87 around NYC before it gets bad) Pepe's Pizza is a awesome place. Its in the top 10 in US all the time.
http://www.pepespizzeria.com/?page=locations

Word of advice don't fill up in CT our gas tax is out of control. Try to fill up in MA even if you don't really need it.

Nick

Thanks for the tips and recommendations, Nick. :cheers:

How big is the gas tank on that rig anyway? If it's less than 35 gallons you can plan on stopping for fuel every couple of hours to rest your butts and stretch your legs.

Wonder if Google calculated that in when the 49 hours was estimated for travel time? :D

No clue on the gas tank size. That be including in over-planning IMO. :D

:sieg:

Originally Posted by 65 347 View Post
This sounds like an episode of HOT ROD RoadKill!
Good luck guys!

Mike



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOYlloxcRZA

Check this out, you will understand

Mike

Oh man I definitely get it. And I share their frame of mind 100% for this trip!

Jay and ABS is about 5 miles form my front door... and I have a route through MA that will save you a few miles.. would love to meet uo with you guys.

I owe you a call man.... hopefully we can hook up Wed or Thurs.

[Flash68]

I'm with Brett on this one! I had one of these for a tow truck many years ago.Bring lots of fuel money for fuel:G-Dub: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think I was getting 6-7 miles to a gallon..:eek:

Don't forget... the thing I am hauling back isn't a freebie job. This truck is also the beginning of my new side gig.... if the IRS asks. :peepwall:

There was one here on Craigslist forever it seemed in Bakersfield. Like 3900 and a Chevrolet. But this journey will be more fun.

This guy gets it.

I heard you should skip the Salt Lick. Way over rated from what I hear.

And you definitely get it here. :lol:




My only issue with this whole trip is that I'm not going along for the ride....

Now you're getting it.



Edit... here it is http://www.redoakbrewery.com/home.php

Look DG craft brew:headspin:

Bingo. ::happy23:

[Flash68]

With all the excitement, What's your plans with the new hauler? Run as she is? Paint it blue with a white stripe? Put a Chevy grill on and call it a day? Any future dreams about this thing? :popcorn2:

Dude I can feel the brain waves in your head going ballistic all the way up here in Norcal. :lol:

Haven't put too much thought into yet. Since the truck will be sitting in my RV parking right next to the house, and I think the color is a close match to my house paint, I am thinking I like the red.

The blue with white strips have def crossed my mind though.... :unibrow:

Dangit... now you got me thinking about how to mod this thing.... :buttkick:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Take comfortable walking shoes...

Greg,

You're concern for your friends is 'Charlie-esqe'.

:lol:

[DOOM]

There was one here on Craigslist forever it seemed in Bakersfield. Like 3900 and a Chevrolet. But this journey will be more fun.

Is it still for sale Rodger???

[GrabberGT]

Wow! Wow! Wow! This trip is insane. I love it. Already enjoying following along and it hasnt even started. Cant wait for the post where you underestimated the cold and failed to pack anything to stay warm. Visions (disturbing visions) of the two of you cuddled up together on the side of the road waiting for help come to mind. :confused59:

But seriously... its been mentioned to have tools, fuel, and emergency towing, but... its freezing up there. Make sure you can stay warm enough for working on the car, waiting for help or even just being stuck in traffic that isnt going anywhere due to wintery road conditions.

[HAULNSS]

Wow! Wow! Wow! This trip is insane. I love it. Already enjoying following along and it hasnt even started. Cant wait for the post where you underestimated the cold and failed to pack anything to stay warm. Visions (disturbing visions) of the two of you cuddled up together on the side of the road waiting for help come to mind. :confused59:

But seriously... its been mentioned to have tools, fuel, and emergency towing, but... its freezing up there. Make sure you can stay warm enough for working on the car, waiting for help or even just being stuck in traffic that isnt going anywhere due to wintery road conditions.

I was thinking along the same lines.....
http://www.jaredmobarak.com/wp-content/filmstills/planestrainsautomobiles02.jpg



Maybe they'll post some pics from the road trip as it happens?


http://scriptshadow.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/planes-trains-and-automobiles-poster1.jpg

http://www.betterfunner.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/planes-trains-automobiles-meme-10.jpg

:lmao:

[Blake Foster]

You may want to consider picking one of these up TOO!! lol
Fuel tank (http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_47575_47575?cm_mmc=Google-pla-_-Fuel%20Transfer%20%2B%20Lubrication-_-Auxiliary%2C%20Transfer%20%2B%20Skid%20Tanks-_-109582&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=109582&gclid=CLrAsam88bsCFfBcMgodng8ARA)

[GrabberGT]

I was thinking along the same lines.....
http://www.jaredmobarak.com/wp-content/filmstills/planestrainsautomobiles02.jpg



Maybe they'll post some pics from the road trip as it happens?


http://scriptshadow.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/planes-trains-and-automobiles-poster1.jpg

http://www.betterfunner.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/planes-trains-automobiles-meme-10.jpg

:lmao:

I was hoping someone would post those photos up. I just couldnt "Google" search for "photos of 2 dudes cuddling" while at work to find the photos for myself. :confused59:

[Payton King]

This on the list of places to go while you and Rob are at my house.

http://www.nodabrewing.com/the-beer

Not sure if you would like to go here or to a real race shop

http://www.nascarhall.com/explore/

[57hemicuda]

Took Payton telling me to look at this thread for me to find it. This whole idea is stupid and impractical. That is why I love it, a couple of middle aged guys that are probably used to cruising at 80 on the highway. Rolling across the country at 55, while taching 4000rpm. What could go wrong. I just want to know what bet you lost, to put you in this predicament.

Just know I'm in Northern Maryland, not too far off I95. If you guys want to crash for the night, get a beer or need some help, just call. I'm a little leery offering you housing, you obviously aren't right in the head.LOL

[Sieg]

I think we should all toss some money into a hat and get them custom driving suits for the trip:

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0lr4ykOzaRs/TvE3XkkjJ5I/AAAAAAAAA9s/xn9fxLrRCUw/s1600/onesie2.jpg

[Ron Sutton]

I think we should all toss some money into a hat and get them custom driving suits for the trip:



Nice! :lol:

[71RS/SS396]

I think we should all toss some money into a hat and get them custom driving suits for the trip:

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0lr4ykOzaRs/TvE3XkkjJ5I/AAAAAAAAA9s/xn9fxLrRCUw/s1600/onesie2.jpg

I want to know which one gets the Hanky Panky Fuscia one :underchair:

[GregWeld]

I'm a little leery offering you housing, you obviously aren't right in the head.LOL



Ron -- You're way smarter than I was giving you credit for!

[intocarss]

Dangit... now you got me thinking about how to mod this thing.... :buttkick:

:y0!: ;)

[FETorino]

That's the style I'm looking out for. A C600/700 cabover with the sleeper bench behind the seat.

I've seen that rig driving North on the 5 fwy heading back from San Diego.

[Flash68]

Wow! Wow! Wow! This trip is insane. I love it. Already enjoying following along and it hasnt even started. Cant wait for the post where you underestimated the cold and failed to pack anything to stay warm. Visions (disturbing visions) of the two of you cuddled up together on the side of the road waiting for help come to mind. :confused59:

But seriously... its been mentioned to have tools, fuel, and emergency towing, but... its freezing up there. Make sure you can stay warm enough for working on the car, waiting for help or even just being stuck in traffic that isnt going anywhere due to wintery road conditions.

Thanks Chris.. I just got back from a week in South Dakota for Xmas. Temps ranged from -15 to 35. I know what I am getting into... but not sure Rob does. ::underchair:

I was thinking along the same lines.....
http://www.jaredmobarak.com/wp-content/filmstills/planestrainsautomobiles02.jpg



Maybe they'll post some pics from the road trip as it happens?


http://scriptshadow.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/planes-trains-and-automobiles-poster1.jpg

http://www.betterfunner.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/planes-trains-automobiles-meme-10.jpg

:lmao:

I was hoping someone would post those photos up. I just couldnt "Google" search for "photos of 2 dudes cuddling" while at work to find the photos for myself. :confused59:

:lol: That is perfect. Except the dudes sleeping together part. :disgusted:

:D

You may want to consider picking one of these up TOO!! lol
Fuel tank (http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_47575_47575?cm_mmc=Google-pla-_-Fuel%20Transfer%20%2B%20Lubrication-_-Auxiliary%2C%20Transfer%20%2B%20Skid%20Tanks-_-109582&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=109582&gclid=CLrAsam88bsCFfBcMgodng8ARA)

Will that be enough to get us to Utah?

This on the list of places to go while you and Rob are at my house.

http://www.nodabrewing.com/the-beer

Not sure if you would like to go here or to a real race shop

http://www.nascarhall.com/explore/

Local craft beers are what I seek. :cheers:

I'm sure we will fill up our agenda pretty quick in Nascar country. :headspin:

Took Payton telling me to look at this thread for me to find it. This whole idea is stupid and impractical. That is why I love it, a couple of middle aged guys that are probably used to cruising at 80 on the highway. Rolling across the country at 55, while taching 4000rpm. What could go wrong. I just want to know what bet you lost, to put you in this predicament.

Just know I'm in Northern Maryland, not too far off I95. If you guys want to crash for the night, get a beer or need some help, just call. I'm a little leery offering you housing, you obviously aren't right in the head.LOL

Ron, I like your choice of words and style too man.... it's too late tonight but I am gonna give you a ring tomorrow to chat. And thanks for the eastern hospitality. :thumbsup:

[Flash68]

I think we should all toss some money into a hat and get them custom driving suits for the trip:

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0lr4ykOzaRs/TvE3XkkjJ5I/AAAAAAAAA9s/xn9fxLrRCUw/s1600/onesie2.jpg

I want to know which one gets the Hanky Panky Fuscia one :underchair:

Not cool guys! :lmao:

[Flash68]

So here's a guy I found (on the dang FE Forum that required me to register :computer:) that has the same year same hauler I got. This was the only pic he could send but he hauls his 78 Fairmont race car and 85 Mustang on it. Had it for 25 years and he said it's treated him great.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/IMG_1992_zpsc1069db6.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/IMG_1992_zpsc1069db6.jpg.html)

[fleetus macmullitz]

So here's a guy I found (on the dang FE Forum that required me to register :computer:) that has the same year same hauler I got. This was the only pic he could send but he hauls his 78 Fairmont race car and 85 Mustang on it. Had it for 25 years and he said it's treated him great.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/IMG_1992_zpsc1069db6.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/IMG_1992_zpsc1069db6.jpg.html)

Would he like to swap his for a red one?

:tiptoe:


:D

[Sieg]

Not cool guys! :lmao:

They're not supposed to be cool. :sieg:

1) Snuggle
To make oneself comfortable, usually by moving closer to another person or thing. To embrace closely, as to show affection or offer warmth.

Snuggling always helps me calm down and feel secure.

2) Snuggle
Verb, To snuggle is to be very close in an intimate fashion. When one is snuggling there is no personal boundaries between the two snugglers, nor emotional boundaries. The two people are connected through the act of snuggling.

Rob: Baby you look like you need to cuddle.

Dave: No sweet heart I need to snuggle with you.

3) Snuggle
1. V. To get close, cuddle, and lean against each other, usually while sitting.
2. N. A friend's current crush.

:popcorn2:

[57hemicuda]

Ok, now this is just getting weird!

[GregWeld]

Ok, now this is just getting weird!



Have you met Dave and Rob? Dave lives in San Francisco you know... He has a Camaro disguised as a Ford... Rob has an ocean liner disguised as a Torino... Rob actually BRAGS about his "lightweight" Ford FE motor... Dave thinks he's Dick Tickler -- er I mean -- Dick Tricker... no! Wait that's not it!... Dick Trickle with his NASCAR powered "street machine". And now they're going back east to pick up a Transformer.


What's not weird about all of that?


LOL

[intocarss]

So here's a guy I found (on the dang FE Forum that required me to register :computer:) that has the same year same hauler I got. This was the only pic he could send but he hauls his 78 Fairmont race car and 85 Mustang on it. Had it for 25 years and he said it's treated him great.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/IMG_1992_zpsc1069db6.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/IMG_1992_zpsc1069db6.jpg.html)

So you joined a a Furd site, so what next you'll be getting a Fox body? Just when i started to respect you:animated_bye_bye_em

[intocarss]

Have you met Dave and Rob? Dave lives in San Francisco you know... He has a Camaro disguised as a Ford... Rob has an ocean liner disguised as a Torino... Rob actually BRAGS about his "lightweight" Ford FE motor... Dave thinks he's Dick Tickler -- er I mean -- Dick Tricker... no! Wait that's not it!... Dick Trickle with his NASCAR powered "street machine". And now they're going back east to pick up a Transformer.


What's not weird about all of that?


LOL Funnist thing I have read in a long time !!!Thanks for brighting my day GW!!!!!:hello:

[Sieg]

Ok, now this is just getting weird!

No, the trip hasn't even started yet.........that's when it'll get weird! :lolhit:

[57hemicuda]

Dick Trickle, what loving parent would name there kid after a venereal disease. Dick Trickle, I giggle every time I say it.

[Flash68]

Ok, now this is just getting weird!

Knew it would with these jokers around here.... :RunninDog:

Have you met Dave and Rob? Dave lives in San Francisco you know... He has a Camaro disguised as a Ford... Rob has an ocean liner disguised as a Torino... Rob actually BRAGS about his "lightweight" Ford FE motor... Dave thinks he's Dick Tickler -- er I mean -- Dick Tricker... no! Wait that's not it!... Dick Trickle with his NASCAR powered "street machine". And now they're going back east to pick up a Transformer.


What's not weird about all of that?


LOL

USED to live in SF... I am in suburbia now G-Dub and you know it. :lol:

I resemble the Dick Trickle remark.

And considering Rob has the word "Dick" in his last name, that should be telling enough... :innocent:

So you joined a a Furd site, so what next you'll be getting a Fox body? Just when i started to respect you:animated_bye_bye_em

I immediately deleted my profile and notified the NSA once I got what I needed.

Dick Trickle, what loving parent would name there kid after a venereal disease. Dick Trickle, I giggle every time I say it.

It never gets old does it? :lol:

[71RS/SS396]

Have you met Dave and Rob? Dave lives in San Francisco you know... He has a Camaro disguised as a Ford... Rob has an ocean liner disguised as a Torino... Rob actually BRAGS about his "lightweight" Ford FE motor... Dave thinks he's Dick Tickler -- er I mean -- Dick Tricker... no! Wait that's not it!... Dick Trickle with his NASCAR powered "street machine". And now they're going back east to pick up a Transformer.


What's not weird about all of that?


LOL


Dick Trickler :rofl: :rofl:

Gdub You had me and the Mrs. rolling from that one!

[Vegas69]

I have high hopes for world peace. I've never seen a bond this strong between a Ford & Chevy guy. :D

[INTMD8]

Hell yes, the car hauler is awesome and you guys will have a blast.

Some time ago I flew to California with a buddy to buy an 86 T-type but with everything going wrong and a lot of delays we ended up driving back a 78 Trans Am.

Made it back from Carson City in 24 hours. Went through several tanks of fuel at redline and also lots of ephedrine.


Only thing I can suggest for this trip would be pick up a tow bar or trailer so you can bring 2 cars back with you :confused18:

[Sieg]

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-k6x65QN/0/L/i-k6x65QN-L.jpg

:headscratch:

[Che70velle]

Sieg, you forgot to draw the LS engine he's gonna swap in later...:mock:

[Flash68]

I have high hopes for world peace. I've never seen a bond this strong between a Ford & Chevy guy. :D

We are both posers actually... Ford guy owns 2 Vettes and Chevy guy daily drives a Ford and is buying another one. WTF. :headscratch:

Hell yes, the car hauler is awesome and you guys will have a blast.

Some time ago I flew to California with a buddy to buy an 86 T-type but with everything going wrong and a lot of delays we ended up driving back a 78 Trans Am.

Made it back from Carson City in 24 hours. Went through several tanks of fuel at redline and also lots of ephedrine.


Only thing I can suggest for this trip would be pick up a tow bar or trailer so you can bring 2 cars back with you :confused18:

Now that sounds like a story Jim. And that T type turned Trans Am sure sounds like a nice upgrade. :)

I think Rob's and my driveways/yards/barns are pretty filled up. :D

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-k6x65QN/0/L/i-k6x65QN-L.jpg

:headscratch:

You're hired as my chief engineer. I'm digging that.

Sieg, you forgot to draw the LS engine he's gonna swap in later...:mock:

Rude! :twak: :lol:

[Sieg]

You're hired as my chief engineer. I'm digging that.


Rude! :twak: :lol:
You are going to need secure space to haul and hide all the mandatory track-day stuff and a spare set of tires. Sleeper/storage over the cab.

Tool boxes
Jacks and stands
Tire warmers?
A 70 qt. marine cooler for food & liquids.
Canopy & chairs.
BBQ and folding table.
Small Honda eu2000i or 3000i generator.
Tent/Air matresses/Sleeping bags?

Having a 32 or so gallon OEM auxiliary tank mounted under the truck with a pump for racey gas would be convenient too......if possible.

I don't know how much room you'll have with the car on there but a wheeled construction site job-box that could be winched up behind the cab has potential.

Staying inside the track vs. a motel would greatly reduce theft opportunities.

I wouldn't have suggested an LS.........definitely DuraMax/Allison FTW!

[glassman]

You are going to need secure space to haul and hide all the mandatory track-day stuff and a spare set of tires. Sleeper/storage over the cab.

Tool boxes
Jacks and stands
Tire warmers?
A 70 qt. marine cooler for food & liquids.
Canopy & chairs.
BBQ and folding table.
Small Honda eu2000i or 3000i generator.
Tent/Air matresses/Sleeping bags?

Having a 32 or so gallon OEM auxiliary tank mounted under the truck with a pump for racey gas would be convenient too......if possible.

I don't know how much room you'll have with the car on there but a wheeled construction site job-box that could be winched up behind the cab has potential.

Staying inside the track vs. a motel would greatly reduce theft opportunities.

I wouldn't have suggested an LS.........definitely DuraMax/Allison FTW!

Ummmm, small covered trailer???? Something like a DIRT bike hauler??? Paint it red, match the wheels, contrast the blue of the Camaro..... Wha la!

[GregWeld]

You are going to need secure space to haul and hide all the mandatory track-day stuff and a spare set of tires. Sleeper/storage over the cab.

Tool boxes
Jacks and stands
Tire warmers?
A 70 qt. marine cooler for food & liquids.
Canopy & chairs.
BBQ and folding table.
Small Honda eu2000i or 3000i generator.
Tent/Air matresses/Sleeping bags?

Having a 32 or so gallon OEM auxiliary tank mounted under the truck with a pump for racey gas would be convenient too......if possible.

I don't know how much room you'll have with the car on there but a wheeled construction site job-box that could be winched up behind the cab has potential.

Staying inside the track vs. a motel would greatly reduce theft opportunities.

I wouldn't have suggested an LS.........definitely DuraMax/Allison FTW!



Modify and add and :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah:

OR........:D








http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Toterhome/file-155.jpg (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Toterhome/file-155.jpg.html)

[Track Junky]

You are going to need secure space to haul and hide all the mandatory track-day stuff and a spare set of tires. Sleeper/storage over the cab.

Tool boxes
Jacks and stands
Tire warmers?
A 70 qt. marine cooler for food & liquids.
Canopy & chairs.
BBQ and folding table.
Small Honda eu2000i or 3000i generator.
Tent/Air matresses/Sleeping bags?

Having a 32 or so gallon OEM auxiliary tank mounted under the truck with a pump for racey gas would be convenient too......if possible.

I don't know how much room you'll have with the car on there but a wheeled construction site job-box that could be winched up behind the cab has potential.

Staying inside the track vs. a motel would greatly reduce theft opportunities.

I wouldn't have suggested an LS.........definitely DuraMax/Allison FTW!

That was my concern Sieg. All the track day essentials. The great thing is there will always be someone around to help out. I'll have everything on board my trailer that he will need when we hit the Nor Cal Club events. I think Dave's main obstacle will be a place to carry fuel or E85 in Dave's case. I'm trying to remember if I have ever seen an E85 pump at T-Hill or Sonoma.

[waynieZ]

Great rendering! There's a guy on Craiglist selling 5x10 sheets of aluminum diamond plate cheap. It would look great for those newadditions, and your deiving right by here.

[Sieg]

That was my concern Sieg. All the track day essentials. The great thing is there will always be someone around to help out. I'll have everything on board my trailer that he will need when we hit the Nor Cal Club events. I think Dave's main obstacle will be a place to carry fuel or E85 in Dave's case. I'm trying to remember if I have ever seen an E85 pump at T-Hill or Sonoma.
You know the game though............you don't want to be dependent on others for the necessities.......if that dependent has issues and doesn't show you're SOL.

If there's gaps in that undercarriage to mount one or two OEM style tanks for E-85 that would be slick vs a boat (Torino) load of fuel jugs. It would also minimize theft not that it's a problem in Cali.

A trailer would cover it well too but then you're towing and dealing with a trailer. If gross weight becomes an issue the trailer may be the solution though. :sieg:

[Flash68]

Modify and add and :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah: :BlahBlah:

OR........:D








http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Toterhome/file-155.jpg (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Toterhome/file-155.jpg.html)

I own a HOUSE already. But thanks.

That was my concern Sieg. All the track day essentials. The great thing is there will always be someone around to help out. I'll have everything on board my trailer that he will need when we hit the Nor Cal Club events. I think Dave's main obstacle will be a place to carry fuel or E85 in Dave's case. I'm trying to remember if I have ever seen an E85 pump at T-Hill or Sonoma.

You know the game though............you don't want to be dependent on others for the necessities.......if that dependent has issues and doesn't show you're SOL.

If there's gaps in that undercarriage to mount one or two OEM style tanks for E-85 that would be slick vs a boat (Torino) load of fuel jugs. It would also minimize theft not that it's a problem in Cali.

A trailer would cover it well too but then you're towing and dealing with a trailer. If gross weight becomes an issue the trailer may be the solution though. :sieg:

You guys think too much. :headspin:

[FETorino]

So I packed up road kit tonight.

A pair of high visibility vests
A reflector/flashlight combo
A small hand held LED flashlight and LED headlight
A first aid kit I usually take with me on my surf trips.
A pair of work gloves Mink oiled for some waterproofing
My Carhart bibs from around the ranch.

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/readykit_zpsec8403ed.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/readykit_zpsec8403ed.jpg.html)

I threw all this in my soft tool back loaded with some basic tools (my Pick A Part kit) and threw it in my duffel bag that I'm checking in.

In my carry on I'm taking my Burton Snowboard Jacket, Pants, Gloves and wool socks which I know will keep me dry and warm in the worst of conditions for some time. Even if the Airline loses my duffel I won't freeze.

Of course a Pair of logger boots with Vibram soles (mink oiled by Cheryl, thanks hun) are covering my feet for the first part of the trip.

The first day we hope to get out of Ossipee NH by 1 or 2 and make it to Philly by 8 or 9 that evening.

Anyone feel free to suggest some routes to get there or some places to see in Philly.:headscratch:

:cheers:

[waynieZ]

Rob are you guys going to stop by ABS to see Jay on your trip?

[FETorino]

Rob are you guys going to stop by ABS to see Jay on your trip?

Wayne

It may be in the cards.

We are playing it by ear but we do need to try and make some distance each day so we can complete the trip without having to make more than one marathon driving session.

[GregWeld]

Don't forget your cell phone chargers --- I have a feeling they'll come in handy.

[waynieZ]

Ok If you guys need anything when your near Providence area I can give you my cell incase you need something.

[FETorino]

Ok If you guys need anything when your near Providence area I can give you my cell incase you need something.

Heck yea. PM us your contact info.

[GregWeld]

we do need to try and make some distance each day so we can complete the trip without having to make more than one marathon driving session.



So you've planned for 9 days of driving for a trip that takes 10 days (in a truck like this) -- and I figure the truck will be in the shop on day 2 -- for 2 days -- so now you're down to 7 days of driving for a 10 day trip... Then three shop tours takes another day out of there - so now we're down to 6 days of driving for a 10 day trip... 5 days of driving that POS will have you sleep thru half of day 6 because you've had your arses handed to you... so now we're down to 5.5 days to make a 10 day trip...

Just call work and resign... and then kick back and make a trip out of it.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[Ron in SoCal]

So I packed up road kit tonight.

A pair of high visibility vests
A reflector/flashlight combo
A small hand held LED flashlight and LED headlight
A first aid kit I usually take with me on my surf trips.
A pair of work gloves Mink oiled for some waterproofing
My Carhart bibs from around the ranch.

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/readykit_zpsec8403ed.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/readykit_zpsec8403ed.jpg.html)
:cheers:

Bring the quilt table cloth too. It'll remind you of your ultimate goal :cheers:

[Sieg]

NOTICE: Team BMF/FE is now accepting applications for back-up drivers.

[FETorino]

So you've planned for 9 days of driving for a trip that takes 10 days (in a truck like this) -- and I figure the truck will be in the shop on day 2 -- for 2 days -- so now you're down to 7 days of driving for a 10 day trip... Then three shop tours takes another day out of there - so now we're down to 6 days of driving for a 10 day trip... 5 days of driving that POS will have you sleep thru half of day 6 because you've had your arses handed to you... so now we're down to 5.5 days to make a 10 day trip...

Just call work and resign... and then kick back and make a trip out of it.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

I'm consulting my road trip buddy. He spent the first part of his life living off the land.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/planning_zps82d2ad08.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/planning_zps82d2ad08.jpg.html)

Bring the quilt table cloth too. It'll remind you of your ultimate goal :cheers:

It's a rug, you've walked on it before; on your way to the Torino room:twak:.

NOTICE: Team BMF/FE is now accepting applications for back-up drivers.

Hell no.

[ccracin]

All I can say is I wish I could go! This sounds like an absolute blast. I think you should call the guys at bang Shift and borrow some cameras to film this trip. It's going to be epic! :king:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Speaking of phone chargers, find out from the seller (if you haven't already), does the cigarette lighter work...if it has one.

[waynieZ]

I agree with Chad

[Flash68]

I did not mention it but the truck has been at a garage in town there for 2 weeks and is handling a punchlist of "prep" items to get this thing as road worthy as we can hope it to be. Fluids change, new radiator/hoses (had leak -- paid for by seller), brake flush/check, tire check, belt check, power charger install. And an order to check it over for what you want to do if you were taking your family on a cross country trip with it. His response was "I'd ship it." :lol:

Bought a Mac tie down kit from Summit which is being delivered to the shop next week as well. The rest is in the hands of the man upstairs. :D

[SSLance]

Don't forget your cell phone chargers --- I have a feeling they'll come in handy.

Gosh, I hope the cigarette lighter in that old Ford still works....*

**Lance should learn to read ahead... :D

[Sieg]

His response was "I'd ship it." :lol:
Well at least you know you've got it at a good shop. :sieg:

[Vegas69]

How about a dumb and dumber bumper sticker?:computer:

[Che70velle]

How about a dumb and dumber bumper sticker?:computer:

Ouch! and I thought my LS engine swap comment was harsh...

[kmdracer]

Road trip! Have fun, stay safe, and take pics!

[GregWeld]

All I can say is I wish I could go!




Me too! But I'm sure they decided they couldn't afford the verbal abuse... :disgusted: :thumbsup:

[89 RS]

That truck is one heck of a find Dave, good luck to you guys on the trip and travel safely!

[intocarss]

So I packed up road kit tonight.

A pair of high visibility vests
A reflector/flashlight combo
A small hand held LED flashlight and LED headlight
A first aid kit I usually take with me on my surf trips.
A pair of work gloves Mink oiled for some waterproofing
My Carhart bibs from around the ranch.



I threw all this in my soft tool back loaded with some basic tools (my Pick A Part kit) and threw it in my duffel bag that I'm checking in.

In my carry on I'm taking my Burton Snowboard Jacket, Pants, Gloves and wool socks which I know will keep me dry and warm in the worst of conditions for some time. Even if the Airline loses my duffel I won't freeze.

Of course a Pair of logger boots with Vibram soles (mink oiled by Cheryl, thanks hun) are covering my feet for the first part of the trip.

The first day we hope to get out of Ossipee NH by 1 or 2 and make it to Philly by 8 or 9 that evening.

Anyone feel free to suggest some routes to get there or some places to see in Philly.:headscratch:

:cheers: It's a "Ford" Mr FE Rob...what could possibly go wrong?

[Flash68]

Well the shop aired up the tires to 70# and then noticed weather cracks in all the treads.... so I had to hurry up and order 6 new tires today from Tire Rack and luckily they will be there Wednesday... if all goes right. I pick up the truck Thursday. Not much room for error there. :BlahBlah:


Just thinking out loud here...where are you going to put your luggage?

Had shop measure the side storage boxes and they 36 x 15 x 16... big enough for my suitcase. :thumbsup:

[Track Junky]

I guess with 6 tires its safe to say that in the small chance you may have a blow out you still have two extras. :D

Have a safe trip/adventure fellas. :thumbsup:

[bulldog19]

If you guys are coming through Philly @ dinner time and want a Cheesesteak this is my reccomendationhttp://www.tonylukes.com/stores/ion:
There's the iconic war of Pat's vs Geno's but this is a step above in my opinion as I've tasted each of them. They also have a Roasted Pork Sandwich which is very good as well.
If you get into Philly earlier there is also the Reading Terminal Market
http://www.readingterminalmarket.org/ They close @ 6:00 pm but in there is place in here called DiNic's very good Roast Beef and Roast Pork Sandwiches.

[6t9 camaro]

After reading this all I can envision is the movie breakdown! My question is who is going to stay with the vehicle and who's going to hitch a ride for help!

Good luck, drive safe!

[fleetus macmullitz]

These will come in handy...I think the Krispy Kremes carry them.

:peepwall:



:D

[GregWeld]

New tires are the best insurance you could have bought....


With a gas tank that old - don't run it down below a 1/4.... there has to be plenty of sediment and maybe water in there...


Of course tires need to actually be on the road in a running driving vehicle... so that part remains to be seen. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA




EPIC!!!

[Sieg]

With a gas tank that old - don't run it down below a 1/4.... there has to be plenty of sediment and maybe water in there...

EPIC!!!

24 x .75 = 18 x 6 = 108

3400 / 108 = 31.5 refills

31.5 x 18 = 567 gal x $3.35 -1899.45 / 3400 = $0.56 per mile

108 / 52 = 2.07 hours per tank

Might be worth picking up a 5 gal fuel jug for backup.

And a six pack of oil. :D

Can't wait for this one to commence! :thumbsup:

[SSLance]

That's some fancy figurin' there now... :stirthepot:

[GregWeld]

That's some fancy figurin' there now... :stirthepot:




I think he missed calculating the pairs of shoes worn out walking to get help...




LOL

[Sieg]

I think he missed calculating the pairs of shoes worn out walking to get help...

LOL
Maybe Rob's taking his skateboard?

[Vince@Meanstreets]

24 x .75 = 18 x 6 = 108

3400 / 108 = 31.5 refills

31.5 x 18 = 567 gal x $3.35 -1899.45 / 3400 = $0.56 per mile

108 / 52 = 2.07 hours per tank

Might be worth picking up a 5 gal fuel jug for backup.

And a six pack of oil. :D

Can't wait for this one to commence! :thumbsup:

nice work Sieg

[Flash68]

I guess with 6 tires its safe to say that in the small chance you may have a blow out you still have two extras. :D

Have a safe trip/adventure fellas. :thumbsup:

:thankyou:

If you guys are coming through Philly @ dinner time and want a Cheesesteak this is my reccomendationhttp://www.tonylukes.com/stores/ion:
There's the iconic war of Pat's vs Geno's but this is a step above in my opinion as I've tasted each of them. They also have a Roasted Pork Sandwich which is very good as well.
If you get into Philly earlier there is also the Reading Terminal Market
http://www.readingterminalmarket.org/ They close @ 6:00 pm but in there is place in here called DiNic's very good Roast Beef and Roast Pork Sandwiches.

Great stuff. Thanks for posting that. It's added to the list. :thankyou:

After reading this all I can envision is the movie breakdown! My question is who is going to stay with the vehicle and who's going to hitch a ride for help!

Good luck, drive safe!

Good question. :lol: And :thankyou:

These will come in handy...I think the Krispy Kremes carry them.

:peepwall:



:D

Eeewwwwww. :D

New tires are the best insurance you could have bought....


With a gas tank that old - don't run it down below a 1/4.... there has to be plenty of sediment and maybe water in there...


Of course tires need to actually be on the road in a running driving vehicle... so that part remains to be seen. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA




EPIC!!!

Sage advice.... :thankyou: Obi wen. :D

24 x .75 = 18 x 6 = 108

3400 / 108 = 31.5 refills

31.5 x 18 = 567 gal x $3.35 -1899.45 / 3400 = $0.56 per mile

108 / 52 = 2.07 hours per tank

Might be worth picking up a 5 gal fuel jug for backup.

And a six pack of oil. :D

Can't wait for this one to commence! :thumbsup:

Well aren't you helpful... :lol: :thumbsup:

[Flash68]

Picked up this gem.... just might come in handy..

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/null_zpsc13f6a63.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/null_zpsc13f6a63.jpg.html)

[fleetus macmullitz]

Safe travels epical dudes!

And...

[GregWeld]

Only a Raiders fan would have done that.....

[Sieg]

Picked up this gem.... just might come in handy..

Quite possibly your best decision to date.........Depending on what you fill it with. :D

[GregWeld]

Quite possibly your best decision to date.........Depending on what you fill it with. :D





Starter fluid would be the best filler.... Or Apple pie - which will burn even faster.

[Track Junky]

:y0!: You guys have a working cigarette lighter to power up phones and lap top??!!

Let the Epic Journey Begin!! :excited:

[fleetus macmullitz]

:y0!: You guys have a working cigarette lighter to power up phones and lap top??!!



Welcome to last week... :hello:

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showpost.php4?p=528475&postcount=125

[Track Junky]

Thanks skip. Glad to know I can count on you to keep me up to date :hello:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Thanks skip. Glad to know I can count on you to keep me up to date :hello:

Rutt row Gae.

Sounds like I'll need to pay attention.

:waveflag:



lol

[Flash68]

:y0!: You guys have a working cigarette lighter to power up phones and lap top??!!

Let the Epic Journey Begin!! :excited:

Maybe if you'd quit texting 273 times per day you'd have noticed.

:D

Virgin America FTW. Forgot how great this airline is.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Virgin America FTW. Forgot how great this airline is.

Does Rob know?



:popcorn2:



lol

[Track Junky]

Maybe if you'd quit texting 273 times per day you'd have noticed.:D.

And to think 6 months ago I had no idea what texting was. My how we pro-gress

[Track Junky]

Dave landed in Boston about 30 minutes ago. :thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Dave landed in Boston about 30 minutes ago. :thumbsup:

I'm having a bunch of menus faxed to them...

[Track Junky]

Got pulled over for speeding in his rent-a-car :lol:

[srh3trinity]

That truck has a pretty high cool factor. Nice find!

[Flash68]

Got pulled over for speeding in his rent-a-car :lol:

Fact. But just a warning. :rules:

Officer: Do you know how fast you were going?

Me: Maybe 70 or so? (more like 80)

Officer: Well you were behind me one minute and then the next thing I knew you were in front of me.

Me: Oh.

:lol:



That truck has a pretty high cool factor. Nice find!

:thankyou:


Supposed to pick up the truck and then Rob tomorrow afternoon... hoping it all pans out. :lol:

[FETorino]

Well Leg #1 of the trip is done for me now for a quick drive across the states.:action-smiley-027:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/train_zpsc03589f9.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/train_zpsc03589f9.jpg.html)http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/train2_zps1f502b64.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/train2_zps1f502b64.jpg.html)

[GregWeld]

I think you guys should add a Nike swoosh to the truck ---- rather than racing stripes -- it might more accurately depict the "action".


LOL

[Track Junky]

Well Leg #1 of the trip is done for me now for a quick drive across the states.:action-smiley-027:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/train_zpsc03589f9.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/train_zpsc03589f9.jpg.html)http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/train2_zps1f502b64.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/train2_zps1f502b64.jpg.html)

Now those are some sexy looking bullets!!

[waynieZ]

Welcome to Mass. you guys! I had this lovely weather brought in just for you so you wouldn't miss that Cali. sun shine!

[Afx Cyclone]

I Could meet up with you around North East Philly around I-95. I saw your post on Ford Fe Forum on your Wild road trip. Great buy on the Ramp truck, was watching that one on EBay. I just picked up a 1965 F600 Ramp Truck in July that was sitting over 30 years, did a 800 mile trip to get it. Not road worthy as brake lines rotted and fuel lines, rust in tank also.

Let me know if interested, good luck!

Steve, cell no. 215 805-2198

[GregWeld]

Welcome to Mass. you guys! I had this lovely weather brought in just for you so you wouldn't miss that Cali. sun shine!




So you've never met these two have you.... 'cause they have no f'n' idea what state they're in....

[fleetus macmullitz]

So you've never met these two have you.... 'cause they have no f'n' idea what state they're in....

^^^^^^^^^^

:tv_happy:

[intocarss]

So you've never met these two have you.... 'cause they have no f'n' idea what state they're in....

:flashie: :thumbsup: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[Ron in SoCal]

State of confusion, lol

[FETorino]

I haven't slept in 2 days. :waveflag: I made it to Boston where DG picked me up and we drove to Portsmouth.
Then we drove to Portland and found what has to be the best brewery on the East Coast.:woot: :woot: Well at least for now.

And there we found another lost guy from the West Coast.:headscratch:

:cheers:

[Flash68]

So you've never met these two have you.... 'cause they have no f'n' idea what state they're in....

Well Massachusetts State Police know what state I'm in cuz they pulled me over twice so far for speeding. Of course they gave warnings both times since I am a straight shooter Californian. :trophy-1302:

Ok so these 3 pics in order tell pretty much tell the story of the day. :G-Dub:

Rolling up to the garage

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/null_zps60449559.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/null_zps60449559.jpg.html)

Fired her up

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/th_C4A0E959-A11A-4FC4-977D-22BA6EDE2465-157-0000000A7DF66B2B_zps0b7aee30.jpg (http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/C4A0E959-A11A-4FC4-977D-22BA6EDE2465-157-0000000A7DF66B2B_zps0b7aee30.mp4)

Drove a few miles and got gas.... then back to the garage :hitaxeonthehead:

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/null_zps3a4a9005.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/null_zps3a4a9005.jpg.html)

Throwout bearing was howling real good intermittently so I told them to throw that and a clutch in it ASAP and went back to rent a car (the same car I had earlier) and went to pick up Rob at Logan and resume the bar hopping up the coast until the next day....

Better now than later I figure..... :gitrdun:


Oh, and a special treat was seeing Matt Alcala touring in his band in the basement lounge of Thirsty Moose Taphouse in Portsmouth, NH. Really disappointed you didn't give us a heads up Matt.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/null_zpsc637229a.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/null_zpsc637229a.jpg.html)

[96z28ss]

This thread may break post count record here on Lat-g. There is going to be so much to write about and us all giving you a hard time.

[waynieZ]

Dang how did Matt beat you guy here?? It must be that private jet for the tour. :G-Dub:
I'm glad you guys found a good place to spend some time while you wait for the repairs to the truck. Are you going to make it to ABS to check out Jay's car?

[68LS1]

So exactly how far did you travel on day 1?

How many beers did you down? :goggles:

How long was this going to take?

[fleetus macmullitz]

Gotta give Matt credit though for being one of the few on here so busy livin his own life (instead of living vicariously through another members' thread), that he neglected to tell his fellow FErd dudes of his best coast victory tour.

:popcorn2:



:D

[bulldog19]

Dave/Rob here's another reccomedation for a stop in Philly. Can't vouch for the food but I can vouch for the beer! http://www.yardsbrewing.com/
Hopefully you guys get headed south today. I gotta work all weekend or I would head up there and meet you guys and have a few. Safe travels!

[Flash68]

This thread may break post count record here on Lat-g. There is going to be so much to write about and us all giving you a hard time.

I'd say it's possible only because we may not make it home for awhile. :lol:

Dang how did Matt beat you guy here?? It must be that private jet for the tour. :G-Dub:
I'm glad you guys found a good place to spend some time while you wait for the repairs to the truck. Are you going to make it to ABS to check out Jay's car?

Yeah so far the delay wasn't a biggie... hopefully all goes well today and then we are on our way south. Weather is about as good as we could have hoped.

Not sure on Jay's deal.... our route is still not determined heading south from Maine... it's possible.

So exactly how far did you travel on day 1?

How many beers did you down? :goggles:

How long was this going to take?

Well total travel in the truck for day 1 was about 8 miles. :lmao:

Today is the big day.

Beers? Well I'd have to say somewhere between 4 and 9. :peepwall:

The 15% "#1 Dad IPA" was a big hit last night. :cheers:

Dave/Rob here's another reccomedation for a stop in Philly. Can't vouch for the food but I can vouch for the beer! http://www.yardsbrewing.com/
Hopefully you guys get headed south today. I gotta work all weekend or I would head up there and meet you guys and have a few. Safe travels!

Thanks John!

[GregWeld]

The Three Stoodges....


You guys have the band play ----- "Stuck in Oh-so-pissy again"? <hummed to the tune of Creedence Clearwaters Lodi >


Good thing you met up with Ron - he's got a corporate Amex.

[GregWeld]

So you've planned for 9 days of driving for a trip that takes 10 days (in a truck like this) -- and I figure the truck will be in the shop on day 2 -- for 2 days -- so now you're down to 7 days of driving for a 10 day trip... Then three shop tours takes another day out of there - so now we're down to 6 days of driving for a 10 day trip... 5 days of driving that POS will have you sleep thru half of day 6 because you've had your arses handed to you... so now we're down to 5.5 days to make a 10 day trip...

Just call work and resign... and then kick back and make a trip out of it.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA




Based on new information --- I'd like to modify my original "Guesstimate" for driving hours vs time allotted.


4.5 days to make a 10 day trip.....

[Vegas69]

Not in a million years would I have thought this would happen with a 30 year old Ford that you paid $1000 for.....

I say enjoy the journey and if it leaves you stranded in Oklahoma, crush it and fly home. I'm sure there is a good Chevy truck you could by somewhere near San Francisco. :D

[GregWeld]

Not in a million years would I have thought this would happen with a 30 year old Ford that you paid $1000 for.....

I say enjoy the journey and if it leaves you stranded in Oklahoma, crush it and fly home. I'm sure there is a good Chevy truck you could by somewhere near San Francisco. :D



Making Oklahoma seems pretty optimistic!

[GregWeld]

Isn't it nice to have "friends" for support.....





http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Fun%20Fotos/IMG_2857.png (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Fun%20Fotos/IMG_2857.png.html)

[mdprovee]

Doug good luck on your trip, we all think your going to need it.

[GregWeld]

Doug good luck on your trip, we all think your going to need it.



Only "trip" Doug took was in college....



Dave is still "trippin"....

[Payton King]

They are about to leave the garage and go get Ron's car. Thought they were going to be here in Charlotte Sunday night, that has moved to Monday night. I am guessing mid-day Tuesday myself.

[GregWeld]

They are about to leave the garage and go get Ron's car. Thought they were going to be here in Charlotte Sunday night, that has moved to Monday night. I am guessing mid-day Tuesday myself.




Payton -- Make sure "dinner" is in a crockpot.... and don't let the water boil away waiting for them.




HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[chauffeur1st]

I like the way you roll......... aut caesar aut nihil......latin phrase..... I remember when I was in college and drove in a low 12 second galant vr4 and I was like I want one, although I only had to go half as far for that Dsm I found 3 days after that ride I took in the vr4. Mine wasnt ever low 12sec car but it was my daily and ran a 12.6 on pump after all the mods Your making the right choice have fun and besafe

[Sieg]

24 x .75 = 18 x 6 = 108

3400 / 108 = 31.5 refills

31.5 x 18 = 567 gal x $3.35 -1899.45 / 3400 = $0.56 per mile

108 / 52 = 2.07 hours per tank

Might be worth picking up a 5 gal fuel jug for backup.

And a six pack of oil. :D

Can't wait for this one to commence! :thumbsup:

Well there was potentially a major hole blown in my calculations not too long ago when I found out the Big Rig has a 17 gallon tank............:lmao:

17 x .75 = 12.75 (?) x ? = ? (assuming sediment in the tank)

3400 / ? = ? refills

? x = ? gal x $3.35 -? / 3400 = $0.56 per mile (assuming it accepts regular)

? / ? = ? hours per tank

[57hemicuda]

As best as I can tell from the text I just got. Our two heros are hunkered down in a bar still in Portland Maine. Must of had a really hard time loading the Camaro.LOL

I think I get it now, this just a really amusing way to go long distance bar hopping.

[Sieg]

Silly me, I was focused on miles per gallon........appears the question is what is the miles between beer stops going to be on this journey? Will it be Gas-Beer-Beer-Gas or Beer-Gas-Gas-Beer? :headscratch:

[Flash68]

Well it was a long but mildly successful day. Positive net yardage is the name of the game. :lol:

As the truck was getting the new clutch finished up in NH, we all and made our up to Maine to see Jake at Jake's Rod Shop and get Ron's 68 shell ready to pick up later in the day when the truck was ready. Ron had to fly back to Socal this afternoon so after we wrapped up there and had a killer lunch with Jake and his guys at the Gastropub. Caramel glazed bacon donuts were a treat.

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We then made our way back to NH to get the truck. On our way we stopped at a gas station I wish we had in California.

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And this picture adequately describes the scene once we got back to the truck.

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Got the sucker loaded up and after a quick test drive we made our way back to Maine and to Jake's.

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Jake was a huge help and let us use his shop and tools to and helped us get the junker Camaro loaded up. Glad Rob is here to wash the windows

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Got back to the best damn brewery in Portland and celebrated a little victory. We recommend the gingerbread and bacon

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And she's all parked and good to go for the night. The Hampton Inn downtown here only has valet and I told them no way in Hell some 20 year old punk is laying a hand on Betsy. So we parked on the street.

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The numbers.... 110 miles today in the truck. We hope to go 485 miles tmrw. :gitrdun:

The words.... cars, trucks, good beer, good food. :cheers:

[Ron in SoCal]

...and good friends :rules: :D

:cheers:

[68LS1]

118 miles in 2 days, smashing it guys

At least day 2 there was more miles than beers (I hope) :cheers:

Sieg new maths required on how many days based on average of 59 miles per day.

[Sieg]

The plan started out as the former but became the latter. :)

3400 miles. No overdrive. A 40 year old truck none of us have ever seen before. Probably 8 mpg. What's not to like?

Wish us luck. :popcorn2:

3400 / 59 = 57.6271186 Days!

At this point I'm not sure they can maintain that 59 mile a day average.

There appears to be the potential for set-backs associated with afternoon yeast infections.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Yeahbutt these 118 miles have been 'quality' miles. :unibrow:

Plus, I'm gonna add all of Flash's rent-a (pull over son :warning:) car miles to the total.

Then it looks decent.

:hello:

[INTMD8]

"3,345 mi - about 49 hours"

......now 57 days

LMAO

Well with any luck you guys will be able to put down some real miles now.

What are you at for cruising speed and MPG/MPQ?

[Flash68]

...and good friends :rules: :D

:cheers:

Goes without saying my friend. :D

"3,345 mi - about 49 hours"

......now 57 days

LMAO

Well with any luck you guys will be able to put down some real miles now.

What are you at for cruising speed and MPG/MPQ?

She's loving about 60-62 mph so far. Gassing up soon for a mpg calc.

[Rod P]

dude you should be putting this up on the "Show the Drive" (http://showthedrive.com/) website it would get great traction, and you guys rule
:king:

[Sieg]

Goes without saying my friend. :D



She's loving about 60-62 mph so far. Gassing up soon for a mpg calc.

and Good Times :thumbsup:

.........mpg's? :popcorn2:

[wiedemab]

Goes without saying my friend. :D



She's loving about 60-62 mph so far. Gassing up soon for a mpg calc.

It's probably nearing it's aerodynamic limitations at that speed!

[65_LS1_T56]

and Good Times :thumbsup:

.........mpg's? :popcorn2:

Sieg,
they probably never made it to the next gas station, that's why we haven't got the numbers yet :popcorn2:

This is awesome, good luck guys, totally envy you for this "most excellent adventure" :D

[Flash68]

602 successful miles total on Betsy. About 500 today. Not too shabby.

Battled through just a tad of snow.

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Thanks to Ron Schwarz and his family for putting us up (and putting up with us).

More tmrw... way past our bedtime. :cheers: (I see it says 1:10am but it's actually 4:10am for the record :sieg:)

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[fleetus macmullitz]

"The role of Kim Darby is being played by Betsy..."

[GregWeld]

3 days and 602 miles traversed... 2800 miles left....


The math doesn't work no matter how much Sieg fudges it.



I liked Rob's text best... "This trip SUCKS". That should just about sum it up. And that was day ONE.

[wiedemab]

I think they are crossing their fingers that if they can get it up to 88mph that it will travel back in time!

[Sieg]

3 days and 602 miles traversed... 2800 miles left....


The math doesn't work no matter how much Sieg fudges it.



I liked Rob's text best... "This trip SUCKS". That should just about sum it up. And that was day ONE.

What!?

By my calculations they'll arrive at their destination around the end of February.

They'll also both have gained 12-17 lbs.

His text is one of the most accurate.........related to beer and speculative fuel consumption.

[GregWeld]

Do you suppose they've turned around and headed back to Philly for just one more "The Heater"? AKA Heart attack/gas attack disguised as a sandwich.

[ccracin]

3blKZsVrtLA

[GriffithMetal]

This is like an episode of Roadkill.

[intocarss]

ARE WE THERE YET???????????:goggles:

[GregWeld]

ARE WE THERE YET???????????:goggles:




Define "there".

"There" for them is -- Joe's Grog House - watching football. So yeah... They're "there".

[fleetus macmullitz]

He also runs 'Joe's Blunt House' in Colorado...

:relax:

[intocarss]

Define "there".

"There" for them is -- Joe's Grog House - watching football. So yeah... They're "there". Then they're there!!:bang:

He also runs 'Joe's Blunt House' in Colorado...

:relax: New avitar & new screen name...HIT THE NEWBE THREAD:hello:

[57hemicuda]

After a nice evening of bs and beer till 4am, the boys had a really late start. We wrenched on the truck today, and hopefully made the thing a little more safe. Fixing gas leaks, a bunch of wiring issues, and overhauling the carburetor. I think the excellent adventure is on its way south, Butch and Sundance should be in our nations capitol by 9:30. Look out secret service.

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[Sieg]

and Good Times :thumbsup:

.........mpg's? :popcorn2:

............and overhauling the carburetor.
Fess up Dave.........SHOW ME THE NUMBERS! :guns:

[GregWeld]

No way I'd push any of my stuff outside and let those two boneheads in my shop. Glad it was you and not me. I may have just fired off the plasma cutter and put an end to the whole ordeal.


Good stuff Ron! I hope there's more great guys like you along the way.... <sly "knowing" smile>

[65_LS1_T56]

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So Ron only had one beer? I know he wasn't doing Lagunitas IPA's...lol

[fleetus macmullitz]

Then they're there!!:bang:

New avitar & new screen name...HIT THE NEWBE THREAD:hello:

A moderate response. ;)

:thankyou:

After a nice evening of bs and beer till 4am, the boys had a really late start. We wrenched on the truck today, and hopefully made the thing a little more safe. Fixing gas leaks, a bunch of wiring issues, and overhauling the carburetor.

Ron, that is great you could help...nice timing. :thumbsup:


No way I'd push any of my stuff outside and let those two boneheads in my shop. Glad it was you and not me. I may have just fired off the plasma cutter and put an end to the whole ordeal.



:lol:

[Sieg]

As if things in Washington D.C. couldn't get any worse............

[GregWeld]

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[Sieg]

Kill'n It! LOL!

[fleetus macmullitz]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
:tv_happy:

Fred always made Barney push.

:popcorn2:

[Rick D]

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:captain1: :captain1: :captain1: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Nice picture guys!!

[waynieZ]

At least there's no snow on the ground!

[intocarss]

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[Flash68]

They'll also both have gained 12-17 lbs.



That is about what is budgeted.

Do you suppose they've turned around and headed back to Philly for just one more "The Heater"? AKA Heart attack/gas attack disguised as a sandwich.

Not the worst idea I've heard in awhile.

After a nice evening of bs and beer till 4am, the boys had a really late start. We wrenched on the truck today, and hopefully made the thing a little more safe. Fixing gas leaks, a bunch of wiring issues, and overhauling the carburetor. I think the excellent adventure is on its way south, Butch and Sundance should be in our nations capitol by 9:30. Look out secret service.

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Ron, thanks again for having us in your home man. Great house, family, shop, dog.... and you ain't too shabby yourself. I can't wait to see that AMX completed.... so killer in person. :thumbsup:

The key words of our stay with Ron are: "stranger danger" :lol:

Fess up Dave.........SHOW ME THE NUMBERS! :guns:

Early numbers WITH the gas leak ranged from 6.2 to 8.3 mpg. But with some work we are hoping for double figures. Stay tuned. :D

So Ron only had one beer? I know he wasn't doing Lagunitas IPA's...lol

Ron can put down the Coors Lights at a healthy ratio to our IPA's. :cheers:

[Flash68]

Pics tell great stories don't they? :popcorn2:

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Ron donated a Chevy orange air cleaner. Of course it will be faster now.

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Ron showed us what he does for fun in MD.... drives his pickup truck through rivers.

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This guy denied just us from getting a block closer to the Capitol. How dangerous do we look? :getout:

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Bill Cosby's preferred Chili Dog at Ben's Chili Bowl

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Can you say front row parking in downtown DC?

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Should arrive in Charlotte, NC tmrw..... :flag2:

[FETorino]

After a nice evening of bs and beer till 4am, the boys had a really late start. We wrenched on the truck today, and hopefully made the thing a little more safe. Fixing gas leaks, a bunch of wiring issues, and overhauling the carburetor. I think the excellent adventure is on its way south, Butch and Sundance should be in our nations capitol by 9:30. Look out secret service.

http://57hemicuda.smugmug.com/Cars/AMX/i-r9Wr5Tv/0/L/DSC00887-L.jpg



Ron, that is great you could help...nice timing. :thumbsup:




Ron's talent as a car builder can only be outdone by his hospitality. Thanks Ron it was a great day of "stranger danger":king:

No way I'd push any of my stuff outside and let those two boneheads in my shop. Glad it was you and not me. I may have just fired off the plasma cutter and put an end to the whole ordeal.

Good stuff Ron! I hope there's more great guys like you along the way.... <sly "knowing" smile>

Yea we need more good Ron and less bad Ron and Weld:action-smiley-027:

[
Ron can put down the Coors Lights at a healthy ratio to our IPA's. :cheers:

I hear he does a number on fresh baked goods also:lol:


This guy denied just us from getting a block closer to the Capitol. How dangerous do we look? :getout:


Bill Cosby's preferred Chili Dog at Ben's Chili Bowl


Can you say front row parking in downtown DC?


Should arrive in Charlotte, NC tmrw..... :flag2:

DC police are the best, Yea that parking and the chili dog Suck just like the trip :sarcasm_smiley: :D

Tomorrow we see if we can net a solid 10+ on the gas milage. DG you forgot to mention the dirt and rust soaked air filter element, dirty fuel filter, mucked up vacum advance line. There have been quite a string of mechanics "improving" the truck.

Bars are all closed so I guess it's time to catch some sleep.

:flag2:

:cheers:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Great post 'Rob in DC'. :thumbsup:

Aside from the mechanical/electrical issues, how does it ride and drive?

How did it handle in the snow?

[Flash68]

Aside from the mechanical/electrical issues, how does it ride and drive?

How did it handle in the snow?

Like a Furd. :D

Actually, it really does purr and sound good. Brakes are solid. Steering is that old school loosey goosey but just fine. Plenty of power it and pulls fine up hills without needing WOT. Rarely if ever have to downshift for that reason. The back end can be a little tail happy but nothing worrisome.

It really is just like driving a big truck but just a little longer. Really liking it.

I probably passed 85-90% of the cars on the road in New Hampshire when the heaviest snow was coming down. So I'd say it did pretty good.

DG you forgot to mention the dirt and rust soaked air filter element, dirty fuel filter, mucked up vacum advance line.

Oh, and we needed a new tail light... because I backed up into Ron's neighbors' dirt hill and crushed it. (hey, it was dark out) :smiley_smack:

[57hemicuda]

I'm going to have my daughter phone Payton, and give him the stranger danger speach.LOL Good meeting you guys, sorry if I was alittle out of it, no sleep at all Fri night very little Sat night, by Sunday I was in a bit of a funk. Dawn still doesn't get it. She doesn't understand how guys that I have never met could stay at the house, and we act as if we've know each other for years. I just said, you wouldn't understand, they're car guys.

I do think that 10 mpg with that rig is a bit optomistic, but hey if your going to dream dream big. I'v already started looking on L.A. Craigslist for something I need to buy and drive home. LOL

[GregWeld]

Ron S,


Gwen is just now starting to understand some of the texts and phone calls I get. She'll say - who's that? I tell her it's so and so from such a place... and she squints and says "how do you know him".... Oh - we met at SEMA.... She shakes her head.


I think where it turned the corner was Rodger and Shannon spending time with us when we were both in Hawaii..... and going to the "after race" dinners with Charley and his group. Then she started to "get it". She's certain of ONE thing -- we're all idiots. LOL

[fleetus macmullitz]

Ron,

Saw the wiring pic. :disgusted:

Could you give us a rundown on what you did?

(I understand if you need some stranger danger recovery time first...lol)

[GregWeld]

Seems Rob and Dave have managed to find civilization.... and then it was time for a fill up --- This is where they get GAS... you know... the noxious kind...







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[camcojb]

Dawn still doesn't get it. She doesn't understand how guys that I have never met could stay at the house, and we act as if we've know each other for years. I just said, you wouldn't understand, they're car guys.


This is so true. I've made some very good friends on these car sites, and from first introduction it was like we knew each other for years. :thumbsup:

[SSLance]

Oh my!!!


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At least there is some copper leftover in that bucket to recycle to help offset the labor...

What do you guys figure was installed on the truck that took all of that mess?

[FETorino]

Ron,

Saw the wiring pic. :disgusted:

Could you give us a rundown on what you did?

(I understand if you need some stranger danger recovery time first...lol)

Well Skip back at Jakes when we were winching the car I saw the bottom pic. The 4 ga wire to the 12000lbs winch that was twisted together and almost melting on the muffler. So disconnecting the wire at the battery and a zip tie got us back on the road.

At Rons I took a look at the overall underhood wring. Holy **** the top photo is the negative coil lead. The 14 ga + coil lead from the ignition was spliced into a 10ga hot wire to the Duraspark box. (Ford put electronic ignition on these back in the day = no points).

Of course then they ran the whole "custom" wire harness across top of the PS pump just waiting to commit suicide on the fan belt.

On the firewall the 10 GA wire for the Duraspark is staring us in the face. Ron gets the voltmeter up and it's hot with the key on. Off to the parts store to get filters and such so we figure a bullet connector and we are in bussiness.

Fast forward a lunch at Grog house, 3 hrs and a few beerrs later and we are back to wire the truck.

Luckily we double check if the lead is always hot or just keyed hot. F@##k. Always hot. No problem Ron busts out his Copper retirement stash and has a relay in hand.

While he is soderring the leads I find a green wire laying on teh front shock. Oh the tac lead. A quick end connector and the tac is hoked up. We get everything buttoned up. ROn says " i don't know if this relay is set for off without power or on" Hey we have a 50/50 shot. FIre in the hole......

Now two blind old guys in the dark are swapping pins in the relay. Success. We are back on the road.

Well there was the carb thing but ............ That story if for later.

Gotta go Skip. Need to see the Smithsonian.



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[GregWeld]

I wish you'd have said you had time for the Smithsonian.... our good friend Patty Stonesifer is the ex Chairman (chairwoman) of that institution. I could have gotten you into some places.

[GregWeld]

BTW --- That tie strap will chafe thru in no time......

[fleetus macmullitz]

I wish you'd have said you had time for the Smithsonian.... our good friend Patty Stonesifer is the ex Chairman (chairwoman) of that institution.

I could have gotten you into some places.

Yeahbutt could they have gotten out? :rolleyes:

Cuz you have some of yer own brand of stranger danger yerself there Greg...

:secret:


:D

[SSLance]

BTW --- That tie strap will chafe thru in no time......

I was just looking at that picture and thinking the exact same thing...

[fleetus macmullitz]

Rob,

Thanks for splainin' that portion of the odessey. ;)

Alright, go to your big important meeting ...to see non-red '74 antiques.:rolleyes:

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:D

[FETorino]

BTW --- That tie strap will chafe thru in no time......

We didn't bring a welder to add proper attachment points.:bang:

Yes it ain't ideal but we check them every fuel stop.:action-smiley-027:

No chafing yet, well maybe my a#$.

[fleetus macmullitz]

We didn't bring a welder to add proper attachment points.:bang:

Yes it ain't ideal but we check them every fuel stop.:action-smiley-027:

No chafing yet, well maybe my a#$.

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

:tv_happy:

[FETorino]

It's not like it's "the good Ron's" car... so why worry.:rolleyes:

[57hemicuda]

We should have loaded my gray primered 68 to see if the Ron would have noticed the difference.

[FETorino]

We should have loaded my gray primered 68 to see if the Ron would have noticed the difference.

Maybe we did:_paranoid

[Ron in SoCal]

It's not like it's "the good Ron's" car... so why worry.:rolleyes:

We should have loaded my gray primered 68 to see if the Ron would have noticed the difference.

Fish aren't biting today. :twak: