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

[OBeer-WAN-Kenobi]

Originally Posted by Sieg

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

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.

[intocarss]

Originally Posted by Sieg

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

Besides 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]

Originally Posted by 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.

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]

Originally Posted by 71RS/SS396

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

[GregWeld]

Take comfortable walking shoes...

[67zo6Camaro]

Originally Posted by 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?

[Sieg]

Originally Posted by OBeer-WAN-Kenobi

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.

A full Camaro tank should give them an additional 90 mile range with a tailwind.

[Flash68]

Originally Posted by 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

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

Originally Posted by 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 If you have interest in stopping by pm me.

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

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

Originally Posted by 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

Thanks for the tips and recommendations, Nick.

Originally Posted by 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?

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

Originally Posted by 65 347

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!

Originally Posted by 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.

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