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Under two weeks and we will be knocking on your door . I guess we better bring some overalls to give you a hand .

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Looking forward to the British Invasion :mm: ...no need to pack overalls, I have extra...:lol:

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But do you have size "midget" or shorrrrrt?

And of course size big plus a bit more for me?

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:haha:

11 days...:mm:

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Just realized how long it's been since getting to my truck and this thread...:waah:

Truck time has been at a serious standstill due to numerous reasons… :sumo:

Rian and Martin showed up on the 15th as planned, a quick visit, but worthwhile nonetheless… after a visit to the studio… I was able to introduce our visitors to Catfish and Hushpuppies…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/717/2...bd668b6a_c.jpgIMG_5701 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/655/2...8bce47e9_c.jpgIMG_5696 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5686/...59cc5f28_c.jpgIMG_5698 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/762/2...46a5891d_c.jpgIMG_5695 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/2...51db1951_c.jpgIMG_5693 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Friday morning we met up with Vince aka RealVC at the tattoo studio…:metal:
L to R Martin, Vince, Rian and yours truly…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/637/2...c0b35ecb_c.jpgIMG_5672 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Martin contemplating a piercing...:lol:
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/700/2...7a49dd30_c.jpgIMG_5675 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Rian posing with the Big Boy…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5716/...aba38230_c.jpgIMG_5676 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Friday evening we left just before dark on our trek to Clem's get-together…
Pics to follow in another update...:chevy:

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Sounded like a fun time brotha! Too bad I missed out. Maybe if ol two tone ever gets done I'll have to take her on a road trip. lol

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Took this photo shortly after hitting the road to Clem's…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5619/...6cc75982_c.jpgIMG_5702 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

One gas stop, and we spot an Iconic British Mini...:metal:
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/755/2...483706a6_c.jpgIMG_5704 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

We arrived at Clem's around 10pm and joined the group around the fire pit that included Chad64Chevy, Bomp, McMurphy, Clem and his guys….:metal:
We then loaded up, we being Rian, Martin, Greg "Bomp" and myself and took the short drive to Clem's home… Thanks again for the AWESOME Hospitality… :mm:

The following morning, we made our way to breakfast before our Amazing Junkyard run…

Martin and Clem…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/685/2...2f1b105f_c.jpgIMG_5977 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Greg and Chad…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/608/2...d2288966_c.jpgIMG_5976 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Rian…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/598/2...b2783cd5_c.jpgIMG_5975 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

McMurphy and Greg,,,
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/734/2...78d1e236_c.jpgIMG_5974 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Junkyard Run...https://farm1.staticflickr.com/657/2...56fe0b82_c.jpgIMG_5985 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/675/2...710a0cb7_c.jpgIMG_5721 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5640/...f4ec2482_c.jpgIMG_5720 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

More to come...:uhmk::chevy:

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Start your vacation fund now, Clem's is less than a year away...:metal:

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Don it was real nice meeting you at Clem's. Maybe next year we'll have more time to talk!

Paul

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I hated having to bail so early...:sumo:
It was great meeting you as well, albeit briefly, plan for next year is to have time off scheduled so I can get a nearby hotel and stay through Sunday,.. :metal:

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Been "JunkDrunk" for a week now...:bann:

Here are some shots from the junk run prior to the get-down at Clem's… What a blast getting to hang with fellow truck guys and explore an epic boneyard...:chevy:

Clem and the flatbed providing transport into the depths of the yard…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5670/...ceb7a0be_c.jpgIMG_5934 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Random pics of a stockpile of Chevy parts…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/580/2...96153ebc_c.jpgIMG_5759 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5734/...e38f0caf_c.jpgIMG_5774 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/709/2...2fb33837_c.jpgIMG_5776 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/695/2...785835b9_c.jpgIMG_5785 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5749/...4a13018d_c.jpgIMG_5788 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5812/...c1a13e09_c.jpgIMG_5789 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5818/...d90db70e_c.jpgIMG_5809 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Martin retrieving a radio delete plate… with Greg aka Bomp providing moral support ;)
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/678/2...b9074c71_c.jpgIMG_5798 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Bomp checking out GMC Custom door trim…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/650/2...ea45e677_c.jpgIMG_5822 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Bomp & McMurphy checking on a C50…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5793/...a387897d_c.jpgIMG_5852 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Bomp looking at an early Chevy workhorse…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/597/2...53976dbc_c.jpgIMG_5884 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Cool Chevy Tow Rig…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5745/...a4429857_c.jpgIMG_5910 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

This Apache still sported emblems on both sides…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5673/...c8453942_c.jpgIMG_5917 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

He-Man McMurphy with a Pontiac Chieftan hood bird rescued from atop a F&%d camper…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/576/2...e11a30c0_c.jpgIMGA_5924 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

A C60 with a BB396 waiting for Pete (one of Clem's truck guys) to pull the trigger on and build...:metal:
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/657/2...0e6833ed_c.jpgIMG_5937 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

An AWESOME way to hang with friends from across the globe sharing a like passion… Rusty gems waiting for some attention...:metal:
That's all for now… :bann:

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Man I wish I coulda gonna to that junk yard! lol That's one "Parts Heaven" as I call it. lol :metal:

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Hope you can make Clem's in the near future...

looks like my truck time is on a slow down, I tripped walking Jojo Thursday morning ans in the process I broke my leg down near the ankle, seeing Ortho Dr Monday...:waah:

May have to build a Bomp leg!!!

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Don, sorry to hear about the leg! Having been there (broke multiple bones in my leg and ankle 15 years ago) I know its no fun! Would be fun to see you with the Bomp leg. Get well!!

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Thanks for the reply… :mm: This past weekend Clem was asking what happened with you. I explained about the businesses you are involved in and he wanted me to let you know he is still thinking about that camper…;)
Take care Brother!!!

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Clem's Get-together was an amazing experience this year… Not only did I get to attend, I was able to drive up Friday evening with Rian and Martin, meet up with Clem, Chad, Bomp & McMurphy around the fire pit, as well as two of Clem's truck gurus...:metal: That was followed by breakfast and a cool junkyard run… then it was on to the Garage and Get-together…

Here's Fritz enjoying the sun
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5737/...1bde348c_c.jpgIMG_5942 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

His progeny Gus…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/779/2...b21d0534_c.jpgIMG_5943 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Onto the event… Pulling in I parked the '72 next to the Tuba Truck's mascot…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/730/2...e952036d_c.jpgIMG_5944 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5617/...c413bdb1_c.jpgIMG_5946 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5825/...6387c887_c.jpgIMG_5948 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/705/2...06c2c2a9_c.jpgIMG_5949 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

This is Clint aka "Arkyhauler's" brother's '66
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5756/...f51de765_c.jpgIMG_5950 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Kieth's sweet GMC with the '72 beater and Martin & Rian"s Chevy in the background :chevy:
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5642/...04b16835_c.jpgIMG_5951 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Pictures do NOT do justice to the Tilly build…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5768/...aaec17cf_c.jpgIMG_5952 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Another Tuba Trucks creation in the works…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/629/2...bfe7b39f_c.jpgIMG_5954 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/678/2...67089dc3_c.jpgIMG_5956 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5797/...01610df0_c.jpgIMG_5957 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Another Tuba Truck that will be for sale in the future… Diggin' the BBW and the stance…
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5627/...a0f91901_c.jpgIMG_5960 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

This SWEET '63 belong's to Clem's good friend Cotton, and the bed is off the hook!!!
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/768/2...16279c0e_c.jpgIMG_6070 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Cotton did the woodwork...
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/673/2...fa3bf849_c.jpgIMG_5962 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Signage detail…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/752/2...c5493bee_c.jpgIMG_5961 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Some more random shots…
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/594/2...226e14a2_c.jpgIMG_6032 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5643/...f97b74a1_z.jpgIMG_6072 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/622/2...370a0c42_z.jpgIMG_6073 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Our Gracious Host!!!
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/645/2...6f6fbe9e_c.jpgIMG_6056 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Although these were taken Sunday after the get-down, I had to share… these lucky stiffs were able to visit Mike's Boosted Bertha build and help out...:metal:
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/626/2...8cacc188_c.jpgIMG_6105 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/770/2...f6fe5078_c.jpgIMG_6126 by Donald Olivo, on Flickr

Start making plans now, the next get-together in the 3rd Saturday in October every year! In my book, this is a must do on the bucket list of any gearhead!

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I sent Clem a PM yesterday. Want to work out something with him on the camper. Its just not right that it is sitting by Dad's shop and I have no time to work on it. Hope he PMs me back or calls me!

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Sorry to hear about the leg brotha! Hope to make it out that way next year. We'll see! I got a whole year to plan it. lol

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Great pics Don! Looks like you guys had a blast. Really hope I can make Clem's get together one of these times. Sorry to hear about your leg! Wishing you a speedy recovery. :chevy:

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Sorry to hear about your foot, leg. Hope all gets better. Man it looks like y'all had a groovy time at the junk yard and at Clem's.

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don I'm planning on taking that whole weekend off next yr. and from now on! I need to try and get a hotel for that weekend also, so not to travel to far, like show up on Friday afternoon or night! one day was not enough time to talk to everyone! hoping we both have are trucks there next time for sure!!

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it's funny in that one pic of me and Greg at breakfast! we both almost have the same expression

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Good talking to you Don. Looks like you guys had a great time and those are some sweet rides you guys have.

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Not a good pose, I was trying to choke down breakfast as fast as I could so not to be holding everyone back.

Peg Leg Peg Leg Peg Leg Peg Leg Peg Leg Peg Leg Peg Leg Peg Leg Peg Leg:whine:

Sorry I couldn't chat a bit more. Thanks for calling me when I was at Atlanta waiting to board the jet. They were literally pointing at me, like you going or not??

If you get a shot at building a "peg leg" and want some tips, give me a call Brother. I'll talk you through it all the way, even pirate talk if needed. Arrrgh,
I kept mine for the longest time but it ended up taking that last lonely trip to the scrap yard. Think I netted a whole .04

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Sorry to hear about the leg Bro. Stay off it as much as possible and let it heal.

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Great pics.

Rian and Martin are a trip.
It was great to get to hang out with you guys on Friday and for a while on Saturday at Clem's.
Met some really nice truck folks up there.
I left out before you did, but still got to visit with several truck builders.

That was the longest trip for me in the vette since I got it. Also first time to drive it after dark and first time to get the front end covered in bugs. But worth it, the "Pig Trail" was a blast.

Clem's shop is the coolest ever. I need to see about getting 60-66 Chevy truck to be cool like you guys.

Sorry to hear about your broke leg. Take care brother, I'll be praying for your quick recovery.

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Thanks for the well-wishes guyz...
Good news on my leg... :mm:

Ortho doc put a taller walking boot on... it seems to be more supportive and easier to walk in. More x-rays in 2 weeks and the walking boot for minimum of 6 weeks...:chevy:

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Holy cow Don! Hope that leg heals quick. If you need anything hollar.

Chris

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Now that you got a new pair of boots from the doc you can go jogging. :haha:

Glad the recovery is going well. :metal:

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:agree:

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me too... its tough to keep us old dogs down.
speedy recovery bro.

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Really sorry to hear about the leg Don, but glad the recovery is going well, best wishes and take care

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Thanks again Guyz!!! ;)

I had to highlight Clem's post due to the "old dogs" reference...:metal:

A little back story to catch you up on what's been happening in my world...
To assist in financing my addiction to ol trucks :lol: I reverted to my younger days and landed a second job... I now wear a green shirt and push auto parts... the parts discount incentive is pretty cool also.. Here's where the "old dogs" comment comes in... Last Thursday, the fateful day, at 0600 I stepped outside to wLk our little dog JoJo... in my foggy head I wasn't paying attention as he walked through a flower bed and as I attempted to follow I stepped on a landscape timber that was no longer secured... it rolled and my ankle and leg rolled with it as I fell back and twisted to keep from landing in a rose bush. I immediately stood and knew I'd sprained my ankle at the very least. I went back inside and had my lovely wife wrap my ankle... by "0700 I was at O'Reillys ready to work, albeit moving slowly. Thankfully I have an understanding manager who gave me the leeway to take my time. I worked until 1230 on what I assumed to be a sprained ankle. Friday I woke to a little more discomfort than the previous day, I had my first tattoo appointment cancel, so I went to see my doc for a better checkup since the pain was a dull ache above my ankle... A couple of x-rays later and I find the leg is broke and a follow up appt with an orthopedic doc was scheduled for Monday... :sumo:
Fast forward to Monday after the dr visit... The Fibula (smaller non-weight bearing bone) was broken just above the ankle. Good news, no resetting or surgery required... and a taller walking boot was strapped on. 6 weeks till this boot and I can part ways. :uhmk:
Long story short, this old dog worked with a broke leg and thanks to God, I am healing nicely and able to continue daily with work, although I am moving slower than normal... ;)

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i hope your legs heals quickly for you. One thing my Dad always told me "the older you get the longer it takes for your bones to mend." Very true statement

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Thanks Greg!!! This getting older isn't all it's cracked up to be at times...

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Looking better Don

Hope it all knits together securely.

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Thanx mate...:mm:
Sent you an email preview earlier, but had to post up tonight...

Ever since meeting Martin last year, I knew he was longing for a 60 or 61 dual headlight :chevy: grille... I was aware Clem had offered him one, and he declined...so when I heard of a 61 grille with 4 new headlights for $50 I shot him a text... he declined due to logistics and shipping costs.
After getting a pic from the guy who had the grille, I decided to check it out for myself... Unknowingly, we had met in the past when his stepdaughter worked for my studio briefly. He's building a 63 SWB BBW. :metal:
This afternoon, he responded to a text about me coming to check out the grille and his truck, so a short 5 mile ride in the '72 and I was looking at his truck and checking out the '61 the grille was attached to... before I could even ask he offered me the '61 for $300...;)

No hood, no seat or tailgate, condition of the 6 banger unknown...
Here she is...

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phone only allows one pic at a time...:sumo:
Here's another one

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Awesome brotha! That truck is my type fer sure. Must be a 2nd cousin to my GMC. :metal::metal::metal: Mirrors look strikingly similar to. :gmc2::chevy:

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another one of driver's side