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

[Flash68]

Originally Posted by DOOM

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 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think I was getting 6-7 miles to a gallon..

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.

Originally Posted by ironworks

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.

Originally Posted by ironworks

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

And you definitely get it here.

Originally Posted by GregWeld

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

Now you're getting it.

Originally Posted by 71RS/SS396

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

Originally Posted by FETorino

Look DG craft brew

Bingo. :

[Flash68]

Originally Posted by 67zo6Camaro

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?

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

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....

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

[fleetus macmullitz]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

Take comfortable walking shoes...

Greg,

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

[DOOM]

Originally Posted by ironworks

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.

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]

Originally Posted by 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.

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.....




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

[Blake Foster]

You may want to consider picking one of these up TOO!! lol
Fuel tank

[GrabberGT]

Originally Posted by HAULNSS

I was thinking along the same lines.....




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

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.

[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