Best way to get my truck cross country? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

nerve · 02-18-2011, 11:57 PM

I have a 72 c10. It's not a show truck by any means, but it is well taken care of and is a driver... I'm thinking of moving out to Vegas, about 3000 miles away. What is the most affordable way to get the truck out west? I'm not keen on driving it that far...

Sicklajoie · 02-19-2011, 12:01 AM

http://www.rayscarshipping.com/
I've used this company for both trucks I've bought.
For my 03 GMC from Colorado to Conn. was $1000.
For my 69 C20 from Cali to Conn. was $1250.

todd99 · 02-19-2011, 12:03 AM

Load everything into it and buy a trailer if necessary, then drive it. It is a truck after all.

71gmcburb · 02-19-2011, 12:43 AM

throw it on a trailer and tow it with the moving truck or if you are haveing a moving co help you move they can also transport the truck in the semi, a friend of mine moved from Co to Ia and they hualed her BMW it arived without a scratch

nerve · 02-19-2011, 12:51 AM

i'm not moving much stuff...in fact I could fit everything in the bed of the truck if I knew it would be safe and dry...

BlackTopMotors · 02-19-2011, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nerve

I have a 72 c10. It's not a show truck by any means, but it is well taken care of and is a driver... I'm thinking of moving out to Vegas, about 3000 miles away. What is the most affordable way to get the truck out west? I'm not keen on driving it that far...

I know your not keen but just drive it. Give it a good going over before you head out...plan your route...hotels...auto supply stores...bring your tools and other items you may need (duct tape, wire, water...) and enjoy the journey. Just a thought. Best of luck, Roger

ETsC10 · 02-19-2011, 01:06 AM

I would try your regional section for a driver going to Vegas soon, buy
a used/cheap/lockable canopy, insure to the hilt and pay gas.

But that's just me...

.

cam.man67 · 02-19-2011, 08:48 AM

Drive it.

**fine69** · 02-19-2011, 10:05 AM

Drive it, take your time. Find out what there is to see along the way.

You will remember that trip forever.

Been there, done that.

**bowtie72** · 02-19-2011, 10:10 AM

I know you said you didnt really want to drive it. But I agree with the other guys. Check it out load some necessary tools and head out. You wold not believe the great time you would have. Well atleast I would. If you love driving it you will enjoy the trip.

Longhorn Man · 02-20-2011, 10:16 AM

heck, i'd drive it for you if I had the time

t76turbo · 02-20-2011, 10:46 AM

I just shipped the 70 I bought from California to Florida. I think it was in the 2500 mile range. It was just over $900 on a open carrier. I used DAS (dependable auto shippers) and had great luck. Closed in would have been hundreds more. But like you, mine is a driver and not a show truck so it was ok with me. Took about 2 weeks.

Driving is a good idea if you are 100% sure that everything mechanical on your truck will hold up. If you are in doubt at all, I wouldnt do it. Unless you are very prepared to do a repair on the road. Maybe in the middle of nowhere.

KrashMan454 · 02-20-2011, 11:03 AM

If you did deside to drive, make sure you have road side assistance on your insurance policy! That way you know if you do have a break down or run out of gas or whatever, they will come get you and the truck and carry it to a shop for free. I have mine with my cell phone company and it is $3.00 a month. Good luck with whatever you deside to do.

71 super · 02-20-2011, 11:29 AM

I used all auto shippers and had good luck. IT was a non running driver and still shipped for $1300 coast to coast.

**JDL** · 02-20-2011, 11:42 AM

Post your rout and you will find plenty of your friends on hear to see and help if you need it. Load up and enjoy.

kev0519 · 02-20-2011, 12:02 PM

load all of your stuff into it then have it shipped free moving!!almost

R.L. · 02-20-2011, 12:02 PM

If you do tow it and you use one of those trailers that only the front wheels sit on, pull the drive shaft so the transmission isn't isnt spinning all the way there. Go slow give your self plenty of space between you and the vehicle in front of you for breaking, other people will stop on a dime and they expect you to be able to do the same. It would be cool to drive it but if youre not comfortable with that take your tools and your time. Enjoy.

R.L. · 02-20-2011, 12:04 PM

Oh yeah if you do use a tow dollie make sure your rearend has pleanty of oil in it.

**special-K** · 02-20-2011, 12:18 PM

You have concerns about driving it that far? I don't. Let me drive it. Seeya there!

02-18-2011, 11:57 PM	#1
nerve Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NY Posts: 48	Best way to get my truck cross country? I have a 72 c10. It's not a show truck by any means, but it is well taken care of and is a driver... I'm thinking of moving out to Vegas, about 3000 miles away. What is the most affordable way to get the truck out west? I'm not keen on driving it that far...

02-19-2011, 12:01 AM	#2
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,499	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? http://www.rayscarshipping.com/ I've used this company for both trucks I've bought. For my 03 GMC from Colorado to Conn. was $1000. For my 69 C20 from Cali to Conn. was $1250. __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

02-19-2011, 12:03 AM	#3
todd99 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: prescott, az Posts: 225	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? Load everything into it and buy a trailer if necessary, then drive it. It is a truck after all. __________________ 1971 C20 Longhorn Custom Camper

02-19-2011, 12:43 AM	#4
71gmcburb Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: everett washington Posts: 382	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? throw it on a trailer and tow it with the moving truck or if you are haveing a moving co help you move they can also transport the truck in the semi, a friend of mine moved from Co to Ia and they hualed her BMW it arived without a scratch __________________ a wise man once said "There are only two real rules to life... 1 - Don't sweat the small stuff 2 - Everything is small stuff

02-19-2011, 12:51 AM	#5
nerve Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NY Posts: 48	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? i'm not moving much stuff...in fact I could fit everything in the bed of the truck if I knew it would be safe and dry...

02-19-2011, 01:06 AM	#7
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? I would try your regional section for a driver going to Vegas soon, buy a used/cheap/lockable canopy, insure to the hilt and pay gas. But that's just me... .

02-19-2011, 08:48 AM	#8
cam.man67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Jefferson, MD Posts: 2,397	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? Drive it. __________________ '68 Dodge Dart 270, 225, 904, 2.76--"Lucy" 1996 Gmc 1500 Z71, 350, 4l60e, 3.73s 1995 Jeep Wrangler Rio Grande 2.5, AX5, 4.10s 1989 Toyota Pickup 22re, auto, 3.73

02-19-2011, 10:05 AM	#9
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? Drive it, take your time. Find out what there is to see along the way. You will remember that trip forever. Been there, done that. __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

02-19-2011, 10:10 AM	#10
bowtie72 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 363	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? I know you said you didnt really want to drive it. But I agree with the other guys. Check it out load some necessary tools and head out. You wold not believe the great time you would have. Well atleast I would. If you love driving it you will enjoy the trip. __________________ 1968 SWB "Little White Truck" 1972 LWB LS 4l80 "Plain Jane!!"

02-20-2011, 10:16 AM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? heck, i'd drive it for you if I had the time

02-20-2011, 10:46 AM	#12
t76turbo Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N.E. Florida Posts: 215	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? I just shipped the 70 I bought from California to Florida. I think it was in the 2500 mile range. It was just over $900 on a open carrier. I used DAS (dependable auto shippers) and had great luck. Closed in would have been hundreds more. But like you, mine is a driver and not a show truck so it was ok with me. Took about 2 weeks. Driving is a good idea if you are 100% sure that everything mechanical on your truck will hold up. If you are in doubt at all, I wouldnt do it. Unless you are very prepared to do a repair on the road. Maybe in the middle of nowhere. __________________ 1970 Shortbed 2wd C-10 Last edited by t76turbo; 02-20-2011 at 10:46 AM.

02-20-2011, 11:03 AM	#13
KrashMan454 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Terry, Mississippi. Posts: 225	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? If you did deside to drive, make sure you have road side assistance on your insurance policy! That way you know if you do have a break down or run out of gas or whatever, they will come get you and the truck and carry it to a shop for free. I have mine with my cell phone company and it is $3.00 a month. Good luck with whatever you deside to do.

02-20-2011, 11:29 AM	#14
71 super Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canton North carolina Posts: 3,080	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? I used all auto shippers and had good luck. IT was a non running driver and still shipped for $1300 coast to coast. __________________ 67 blue step side- bb 68 gold and white swb cst anniversary 68 custom swb hot rod Ls swap 69 swb cst 6 cylinder/ overdrive 69 black/black cst bb swb 70 orange and white cst Canada built truck swb bb 71 black and white super swb bb 71 red and white super swb 72 green and white super swb 4x4 62 nova wagon 400 series Ls swapped 68 Camaro 327/4 speed- 1 owner, original paint 66 Volkswagen bettle 69 auto stick Volkswagen Beetle

02-20-2011, 11:42 AM	#15
JDL Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Agency IA. Posts: 1,847	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? Post your rout and you will find plenty of your friends on hear to see and help if you need it. Load up and enjoy. __________________ 72 Chevy short step side with 454 air and tilt. 72 nova project car 63 chevy II drag car Agency Iowa

02-20-2011, 12:02 PM	#16
kev0519 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Goodview VA Posts: 27	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? load all of your stuff into it then have it shipped free moving!!almost



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R.L. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mobile, Al. Posts: 687	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? If you do tow it and you use one of those trailers that only the front wheels sit on, pull the drive shaft so the transmission isn't isnt spinning all the way there. Go slow give your self plenty of space between you and the vehicle in front of you for breaking, other people will stop on a dime and they expect you to be able to do the same. It would be cool to drive it but if youre not comfortable with that take your tools and your time. Enjoy.

02-20-2011, 12:04 PM	#18
R.L. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mobile, Al. Posts: 687	Re: Best way to get my truck cross country? Oh yeah if you do use a tow dollie make sure your rearend has pleanty of oil in it.

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