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VA72C10 · 03-11-2012, 10:23 PM

Update below

****Update: Headed out again this Sunday or Monday the 25th or 26th.
Can bring larger parts, tach dashes, patch panels, rust free 69-72 fenders and rust free 72 door (all blasted to bare metal) glass, etc. Still looking for parts listed below.****

http://www.mapquest.com/#a1f81fa65eef108f9e94dc3c
23112 starting zip and dawson, al for ending destination

Headed out the door in a few on the way to Birmingham, AL to see my wife's grandfather who is near death in the hospital. Hoping to deflect some of the travel costs and lost income by selling some parts and also will consider purchasing some I need for my projects while I'm down this way or along the way...will be in a minivan but it has a roof rack that does hold a good bit. Looking for good tailgates, rad supports (any year esp 67-68), auto tilt or non-tilt columns, good chrome vent windows, 67 or 68 fenders, and good inner fenders...

I will bring a couple of tach dashes, and if you can catch me in the next hour I'll pack whatever else...

VA72C10 · 03-11-2012, 11:16 PM

Heading out now. Not bringing anything since tach dashes aren't expensive to ship....still looking for the parts listed...will be stopping tonight around the VA/TN border then traveling to Birmingham tomorrow. Not sure what day I'll be coming back, but my wife will be in the hospital until he passes and me stuck in the hotel with my 3 girls.....so....I'll be looking to get out and look at some parts

**Cash3481** · 03-11-2012, 11:16 PM

VA72,
Sorry to hear about your Wife's family member. Have a safe trip! I wish you were coming by here I have a really nice core support you could take off my hands. Again, be safe, God speed!
Mike
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VA72C10 · 03-11-2012, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Cash3481

VA72,
Sorry to hear about your Wife's family member. Have a safe trip! I wish you were coming by here I have a really nice core support you could take off my hands. Again, be safe, God speed!
Mike
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Thanks

tooter · 03-11-2012, 11:23 PM

I'm only 6 hours from Birmingham, Stop by...lol .
Have a safe trip an sorry to hear about wifes family.

VA72C10 · 03-11-2012, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by tooter

I'm only 6 hours from Birmingham, Stop by...lol .
Have a safe trip an sorry to hear about wifes family.

Sure, what's another 6 hours....lol...

Well...with kids (7,4,and 6 months) the 11hr drive will likely take 13-15 over 2 days anyways

Kurt L · 03-11-2012, 11:31 PM

i have some parts that i don't need any more too but you'll be going in the other direction from me. so have a safe trip and sorry to hear bout your wifes grandfather.

VA72C10 · 03-11-2012, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Kurt L

i have some parts that i don't need any more too but you'll be going in the other direction from me. so have a safe trip and sorry to hear bout your wifes grandfather.

thanks!

VA72C10 · 03-12-2012, 04:01 AM

In roanoke now. Only 522 miles to go

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CC69Rat · 03-12-2012, 07:49 AM

Jonathan -- I'm sorry to hear about your wife's grandfather. Please send mine and Joy's condolences.

If you get by Chattanooga, call my cell if you want to stop by. I should be around. You can see my projects.

423-486-6760

VA72C10 · 03-12-2012, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Jonathan -- I'm sorry to hear about your wife's grandfather. Please send mine and Joy's condolences.

If you get by Chattanooga, call my cell if you want to stop by. I should be around. You can see my projects.

423-486-6760

Thanks, he's hanging in there for now so we're hoping she gets to see him before he passes. We're about 20 minutes away from the cleveland exit. But we will have to catch you on the way back. Posted in your build last night. When I know more I'll give you a call and hope to be able to stop by.
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CC69Rat · 03-12-2012, 11:53 AM

I live right off Exit 20 on I75 S (between 20 and 25 really) But my trucks are at dad's house.

He lives about 45 min from my house .. so it may not be something you want to do (?) But if you have some time you're welcome to drop by. I'll try to plan to be there too. family first, .. take care of the wife. I'll talk to you if we can.

flashed · 03-12-2012, 12:56 PM

Sorry to hear about your wifes Grandfather ,hope she gets to spend some time with him .On your way back I have a pretty nice fleetside tailgait in North Ga .

HotRod C/10 · 03-12-2012, 01:18 PM

Well Wishes Johnathan.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 03-12-2012, 08:30 PM

Johnathan, sorry to hear about your wife's grandfather. My wife's grandfather just passed away early Saturday morning. Take care and be safe on the road.

Mark

**72 Super** · 03-12-2012, 09:08 PM

Jonathan,

I am sorry to hear about your wife's Grandfather. Wish him and your wife and your family all the best. Have a safe trip.

Ray

Leroy-B1 · 03-12-2012, 10:46 PM

There's a pick a part in Birmingham if you get a chance to get out....hope everything goes well
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chevytruckluver · 03-12-2012, 11:58 PM

bad reason for a road trip, but be safe.

71Sleeper · 03-13-2012, 06:32 AM

Jonathan your almost in my neck of the woods. I am sorry to hear about your wife's grandfather. Wishing yall the best.

VA72C10 · 03-13-2012, 05:31 PM

Thanks everyone. He just passed so my wife got to spend a good deal of time with him. will be spending time with her grandma until the funeral and then heading home.
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**va72longhorn** · 03-14-2012, 08:51 AM

Sorry to hear, Jonathan. I hope the weather is at least putting some sunshine in the trip. Give me a yell when you get back in town and we'll catch up on our dealings. No hurry.

VA72C10 · 03-20-2012, 09:16 PM

Back in town for a few days. Will be heading back down there this Sunday or Monday. Hoping to sell some parts along the way to help fund this second trip. Anyone in sw va, tennessee from Kingsport through Knoxville and Chattanooga and into NE Alabama who is looking for parts I'll be headed down that way.

68 SHORT-STEP'N · 03-21-2012, 12:32 AM

Sorry to here about your wife's grandfather . That sure is a long trip to take once , much less twice in a month , but you gotta do what you gotta do . Anyway , ya'll be safe on your trip & I'll keep a lookout for some parts along your route .

stormbear · 03-21-2012, 09:43 AM

Jonathan,sorry to hear about your wifes granddad.I sent out the moneyorder to you yesterday for the seat brackets.send them to me when you can no rush on my end.Family comes first. safe trip.
Dave

VA72C10 · 03-21-2012, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 68 SHORT-STEP'N

Sorry to here about your wife's grandfather . That sure is a long trip to take once , much less twice in a month , but you gotta do what you gotta do . Anyway , ya'll be safe on your trip & I'll keep a lookout for some parts along your route .

Thanks. Yeah, it's a long drive. although on the way there I'll be alone as my wife and kids are still with her grandmother. Should mean I can make the drive in around 10hrs +/- With the kids it's a 12-13 hour trip because of all the stops

Don't know which I prefer. The one drive is faster and peaceful (quiet

) but with my family is better because of the company but 2-3 hours longer

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Originally Posted by stormbear

Jonathan,sorry to hear about your wifes granddad.I sent out the moneyorder to you yesterday for the seat brackets.send them to me when you can no rush on my end.Family comes first. safe trip.
Dave

Thanks, I will be in town for a few days trying to get caught up and will work on getting your brackets boxed up to ship out.

03-11-2012, 10:23 PM	#1
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Update below **Update: Headed out again this Sunday or Monday the 25th or 26th. Can bring larger parts, tach dashes, patch panels, rust free 69-72 fenders and rust free 72 door (all blasted to bare metal) glass, etc. Still looking for parts listed below.** http://www.mapquest.com/#a1f81fa65eef108f9e94dc3c 23112 starting zip and dawson, al for ending destination Headed out the door in a few on the way to Birmingham, AL to see my wife's grandfather who is near death in the hospital. Hoping to deflect some of the travel costs and lost income by selling some parts and also will consider purchasing some I need for my projects while I'm down this way or along the way...will be in a minivan but it has a roof rack that does hold a good bit. Looking for good tailgates, rad supports (any year esp 67-68), auto tilt or non-tilt columns, good chrome vent windows, 67 or 68 fenders, and good inner fenders... I will bring a couple of tach dashes, and if you can catch me in the next hour I'll pack whatever else... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA. Last edited by VA72C10; 03-23-2012 at 11:49 PM.

03-11-2012, 11:16 PM	#2
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Heading out now. Not bringing anything since tach dashes aren't expensive to ship....still looking for the parts listed...will be stopping tonight around the VA/TN border then traveling to Birmingham tomorrow. Not sure what day I'll be coming back, but my wife will be in the hospital until he passes and me stuck in the hotel with my 3 girls.....so....I'll be looking to get out and look at some parts __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-11-2012, 11:16 PM	#3
Cash3481 Loves all GMC trucks Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Columbia Mo Posts: 4,435	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... VA72, Sorry to hear about your Wife's family member. Have a safe trip! I wish you were coming by here I have a really nice core support you could take off my hands. Again, be safe, God speed! Mike Posted via Mobile Device

03-11-2012, 11:23 PM	#5
tooter Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Moss Point , Ms Posts: 1,342	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... I'm only 6 hours from Birmingham, Stop by...lol . Have a safe trip an sorry to hear about wifes family. __________________ My Ole 67 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505830

03-11-2012, 11:31 PM	#7
Kurt L Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: ne florida Posts: 2,665	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... i have some parts that i don't need any more too but you'll be going in the other direction from me. so have a safe trip and sorry to hear bout your wifes grandfather.

03-12-2012, 04:01 AM	#9
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... In roanoke now. Only 522 miles to go Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-12-2012, 07:49 AM	#10
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,208	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Jonathan -- I'm sorry to hear about your wife's grandfather. Please send mine and Joy's condolences. If you get by Chattanooga, call my cell if you want to stop by. I should be around. You can see my projects. 423-486-6760 __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

03-12-2012, 11:53 AM	#12
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,208	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... I live right off Exit 20 on I75 S (between 20 and 25 really) But my trucks are at dad's house. He lives about 45 min from my house .. so it may not be something you want to do (?) But if you have some time you're welcome to drop by. I'll try to plan to be there too. family first, .. take care of the wife. I'll talk to you if we can. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

03-12-2012, 12:56 PM	#13
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Sorry to hear about your wifes Grandfather ,hope she gets to spend some time with him .On your way back I have a pretty nice fleetside tailgait in North Ga .

03-12-2012, 01:18 PM	#14
HotRod C/10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 3,053	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Well Wishes Johnathan. __________________ SOLD -77 CHEYENNE SWB, LS SWAPPED -1976 SILVERADO YUBA GOLD/NEUTRAL (2-TONE)

03-12-2012, 08:30 PM	#15
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,258	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Johnathan, sorry to hear about your wife's grandfather. My wife's grandfather just passed away early Saturday morning. Take care and be safe on the road. Mark __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Power windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

03-12-2012, 09:08 PM	#16
72 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hyattsville, Maryland Posts: 3,682	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Jonathan, I am sorry to hear about your wife's Grandfather. Wish him and your wife and your family all the best. Have a safe trip. Ray __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super (Purchased new by my parents in August of 71) Black and White

03-12-2012, 10:46 PM	#17
Leroy-B1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Mars Hill, NC Posts: 1,994	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... There's a pick a part in Birmingham if you get a chance to get out....hope everything goes well Posted via Mobile Device

03-12-2012, 11:58 PM	#18
chevytruckluver Eat, Sleep, Drive a Chevy Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: the town of the cow, Texas Posts: 1,152	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... bad reason for a road trip, but be safe. __________________ Trey Silence may be Golden, but Duct Tape is Silver! 72 Short Step 57 "big window" short step

03-13-2012, 06:32 AM	#19
71Sleeper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Phenix City, AL Posts: 993	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Jonathan your almost in my neck of the woods. I am sorry to hear about your wife's grandfather. Wishing yall the best. __________________ 71 Ol' Blue: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=474752 Carving the Jake-olantern: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679537



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03-13-2012, 05:31 PM	#20
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Thanks everyone. He just passed so my wife got to spend a good deal of time with him. will be spending time with her grandma until the funeral and then heading home. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-14-2012, 08:51 AM	#21
va72longhorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Culpeper, VA Posts: 432	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Sorry to hear, Jonathan. I hope the weather is at least putting some sunshine in the trip. Give me a yell when you get back in town and we'll catch up on our dealings. No hurry.

03-20-2012, 09:16 PM	#22
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Back in town for a few days. Will be heading back down there this Sunday or Monday. Hoping to sell some parts along the way to help fund this second trip. Anyone in sw va, tennessee from Kingsport through Knoxville and Chattanooga and into NE Alabama who is looking for parts I'll be headed down that way. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-21-2012, 12:32 AM	#23
68 SHORT-STEP'N SLOW POKE Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tyro, VA Posts: 1,208	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Sorry to here about your wife's grandfather . That sure is a long trip to take once , much less twice in a month , but you gotta do what you gotta do . Anyway , ya'll be safe on your trip & I'll keep a lookout for some parts along your route . __________________ 68 SHORT-BED-STEP-SIDE piece by piece , day by day , I will restore this truck , before the 100th anniversary !!!

03-21-2012, 09:43 AM	#24
stormbear Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Claryville NY Posts: 35	Re: Traveling from VA to AL through TN....buying and selling hopefully... Jonathan,sorry to hear about your wifes granddad.I sent out the moneyorder to you yesterday for the seat brackets.send them to me when you can no rush on my end.Family comes first. safe trip. Dave

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