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Discussion in 'Off Topic Hot Rods & Customs' started by squirrel, Feb 4, 2025 at 6:52 AM.

  1. squirrel
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    Getting ready to hit the road, it's a long drive to Scranton! Weather looks kind of chilly and wet on the more northern direct route, so we might head east on 10/20 until we get to I59. We'll see what happens.

    If the car keeps running, that is.

    https://24hoursoflemons.com/rally-details/?id=424

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  2. rockable
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    I see you have your "traditional" GPS! Good luck!
     
  3. TrailerTrashToo
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    The sun has risen,
    And the sun has set,
    And we ain't through $%&@#! Texas yet.

    This is where cruise control really, really, really helps.

    Russ

    p.s. Sounds like a great trip
     
  4. RodStRace
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    Have a safe trip and lots of fun, Jim!
     
  5. Sharpone
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    Wow there’s a lot of room in the back seat area! Sounds like a fun trip.
    Dan
     
  6. DDDenny
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    from oregon

    Still room for some 14x32's in the back seat!:D
     
  7. Be safe.
    Have fun.
     
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  8. squirrel
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    Thanks!

    Fuel pickup clogged just before Las cruces. Blew it out, back on the road. If it keeps up, I'll have to fix it. I do have a plan.
     
  9. squirrel
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    Car is working OK now. Made it to big spring, might try for the other side of Dallas tonight. Long drive.

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  10. A Boner
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    With all that extra back seat room, maybe you can get some Uber $$$ to help pay for gas!
     
  11. squirrel
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    they only let you use late model cars, unfortunately. Yes, I checked.

    Made it to Dallas, on to Knoxville? next?

    the radiator sock was a bit full again. It seemed to be getting a little warm.

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  12. 41 GMC K-18
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    Bravo Team @squirrel / checker marathon!
    Old
    "BLACK & BLUE" from KALAMAZOO rolls on to victory.
     
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  13. squirrel
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    Stopped for dinner after Nashville traffic jam. The car doesn't mind, it's like it was made for it.

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  14. squirrel
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    made it to knoxville, the starter is acting up, kind of due to the carb acting up (won't start after sitting a few minutes, acts flooded)

    More fun tomorrow! and we stopped at Buc-ees

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  15. deathrowdave
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    Buc Ees what a blast ! If it any there you damn sure didn’t need it !
     
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  16. Greg Rogers
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    I love it. You still da man!
     
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