Cross Country...or Bust? 'THE' trip!

[Boog]

Great memories made on that trip. Super glad it turned out so well for you both.

[magwakeenercew2jh]

Thanks, much.
Very fun to ride along with you folks.

By the way, the windshield is indeed an easy fix.
Just call the Windshield Man.

Best way.

[slowcpe]

Looks like a great trip. I told Jen the other night once the truck is done we are doing something very similar.

[Coley]

Great to hear you made it home safe and sound and hopefully happy. I think you've inspired all of us here a bit more to get out there and have some substantial fun and adventure with these fantastic contraptions!!!
Ok....how many miles was the trip all in? (1000?+ or?).
One thing we don't want to know....is how much fuel was used....LOL.
I think we know thats not the strongest point of these things!!....but what they cost extra in fuel they offset in yearly value appreciation!!....and no Honda, Audi, Mercedes or?....can make that claim!!
All Good & Great trip!
Coley

[67 cst swb]

That's a good trip when the worst thing that happens is a chip in the windshield.

[Orange67]

That chip should fix right up, just make sure to take it to a quality glass shop for repair. Keep in mind, it will still be visible, just not as bad. Btw, love the truck, love the trip, but who is the goofy lookin guy with your wife?? Lol jk thanks for sharing.

[freezmcnally]

Originally Posted by Coley

Great to hear you made it home safe and sound and hopefully happy. I think you've inspired all of us here a bit more to get out there and have some substantial fun and adventure with these fantastic contraptions!!!
Ok....how many miles was the trip all in? (1000?+ or?).
One thing we don't want to know....is how much fuel was used....LOL.
I think we know thats not the strongest point of these things!!....but what they cost extra in fuel they offset in yearly value appreciation!!....and no Honda, Audi, Mercedes or?....can make that claim!!
All Good & Great trip!
Coley

the speedo is reading fast (need to change the gear) but the trip all said and done was around 2300 miles.
I'm going to add up the gas soon but it was probably just a bit cheaper than if I had shipped it anyway.

[freezmcnally]

Originally Posted by 67 cst swb

That's a good trip when the worst thing that happens is a chip in the windshield.

I totally agree. I also have a lot more faith in this vehicle too.

[freezmcnally]

Originally Posted by Orange67

That chip should fix right up, just make sure to take it to a quality glass shop for repair. Keep in mind, it will still be visible, just not as bad. Btw, love the truck, love the trip, but who is the goofy lookin guy with your wife?? Lol jk thanks for sharing.

yes I was hoping it wouldn't spread so they can fill it.

[GCncsuHD]

Originally Posted by bruceman1968

Smile, You got that one, but you missed dessert/desert

Great thread, I'll have to show this to the wife for motivation, we've been wanting to ride 66 when we get the 67 done.

[Low Elco]

Thanks for the trip story, looked like a great time!

[bruceman1968]

Originally Posted by GCncsuHD

Great thread, I'll have to show this to the wife for motivation, we've been wanting to ride 66 when we get the 67 done.

Would love to see pics of your 67 along Route 66!




Freez, Thanks for taking the time to post your trip. It was really enjoyable to follow along. You got some great shots from the road. And your truck did a great job to! Awesome just awesome!

[GCncsuHD]

Originally Posted by bruceman1968

Would love to see pics of your 67 along Route 66!

It will certainly be documented, but it will be a while down the road. The truck is far from drivable right now and we have a infant daughter.

[Rich916]

Originally Posted by Coley

I think you've inspired all of us here a bit more to get out there and have some substantial fun and adventure with these fantastic contraptions!!!
Coley

Totally agree

[Yooper truck]

Being one of the first to encourage you to take the trip (previous thred) I am glad it was a success for you. Your updates and insights were well done! I was able to visualize your journey at your different destinations as I remembered making the same trip (but continued further north) 5 years ago in my truck. I was particularly glad to see you stopped by at Hackberry General store and shared a picture of your truck there. Thanks for the memories!

[davischevy]

I enjoyed "The" trip, and glad it you made it back to Arkansas. I'll be watching for your truck.

[Hubscrub]

thanks for the update glad yall made it home with truck and all, memories last forever!

[69sinker]

Super sweet looking truck and great thread! Glad your trip went well. Enjoyed all the great pics and stories. I'm glad you made a memorable trip out getting the truck home, and lots of priceless memories I'm sure. The wife and made a 4200 mile trip to the Florida Keys in February in our truck and it was probably the best trip/vacation we've ever had. It's great when someone gives you the thumbs up going down the road or when your at the filling station and someone asks if you really drove a 45 year old truck 2000 miles from home, it definitely gives you a sense of pride in your truck. We are planning a trip to the southwest next fall, I'll have to check out some of the same stops. Have fun with your new joy! Dave

[allchevy58]

Glad to see you made it home okay and your brakes lasted. Saved a little money by doing it yourself too. It was nice meeting you, hope to see you on the site with your upgrades.

[Ol Blue K20]

I'm glad all went well and that the truck proved it's self as dependable. The windshield doesn't count as that could happen to any thing. I enjoyed the trip, thanks for sharing but now that you're home more pics of the truck please... Thanks again....