A very basic thing I wish I had done.

[In The Ten Ring]

I wish I had kept a "truck rebuild diary." I could have bought a journal type book, preferably same color as my truck, and wrote what I did each day and what I thought about it.

I did this for each of my 35 skydives, it's pretty neat to read. I did it also every day of my 1997 trip to India.....

[truckster]

That's a great idea.

[Andy4639]

No way! I wouldn't want any proof that my wife could get her hands on what I spent are did are anything else about the truck stuff! No way.

[custom10nut]

I like the journal idea. That and pictures. I wish I had the discipline to write everything down and take pictures of everything I've done. Maybe it's time to buckle down and turn over a new leaf?

[FleetsidePaul]

Originally Posted by Andy4639

No way! I wouldn't want any proof that my wife could get her hands on what I spent are did are anything else about the truck stuff! No way.

Amen Brother !!

[In The Ten Ring]

Thanks guys. I think I'll take my own advice and start a truck journal. I love to write and I have to tell you, sitting down and writing out the day's events and your emotions does help you to sleep at night. I used to do this every evening before bed for years.

[Custom 68]

I hadn't thought of it that way Ten Ring as I sure have the days events playing out in my head sometimes at night.
I went to Africa and kept a journal for that trip. I didn't do a very good job as I am not used to sitting and writing the events but wish I had done a better job.
I get busy on my projects and dont do very good documentation. I am trying to get better as I am working on my Camaro and with these cell phones we usually have a camera close.
Dave

[Andy4639]

Originally Posted by Custom 68

I hadn't thought of it that way Ten Ring as I sure have the days events playing out in my head sometimes at night.
I went to Africa and kept a journal for that trip. I didn't do a very good job as I am not used to sitting and writing the events but wish I had done a better job.
I get busy on my projects and dont do very good documentation. I am trying to get better as I am working on my Camaro and with these cell phones we usually have a camera close.
Dave

Then where are the pictures of this Camaro you speak of sir?

[Custom 68]

Originally Posted by Andy4639

Then where are the pictures of this Camaro you speak of sir?

Ha you caught me Andy. I will need to post some. Its a behind the back burner project. Kinda slow.
Dave

[rockyrivermark]

Hide the receipts!

[SeanB242]

Great idea. Just wanted to add, Im sure most of us are using a smart phone and there are lots of apps for a daily journal that also let you add pictures. Great idea Ten Ring.

[Steeveedee]

Yeah, I visit the local parts store about every 3 to 4 weeks since I sold my '68 Skylark GS and only have the truck. It used to be up to several times in a week. The truck's going to be seeing some cash thrown at it this year, once I heal from my hand surgery. Rebuild the engine, fix the AC, miscellaneous after that. Rebuilt the front end (with new disc brakes), rebuilt rear brakes and a new camper shell, so far. Oh, and new tires and shocks on it (already installed). I guess I should replace the rear leaf springs- I can see that some leaves are wearing pretty badly. Good thing I got it for free...