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09-16-2014, 06:46 PM
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Cluster King
 
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Junction City, OR
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Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Just thought I would share. I am moving myself and my gauge cluster business to Junction City Oregon. A lot of you are aware that I have been planning this for a while. Yesterday, (Sept 15th) my fiance and myself and my 72 Cheyenne, loaded with everything I own, are on our way.
Today we visited the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington and tomorrow heading for St Louis area. We have 10 days planed and taking the slow way. I will try and post photos as we go. The 72 is running like a sewing machine. If only I could slow the gas gauge down some  It is getting between 12.5 and 13 on the highway which is normal for what it is.I have waited a while to do this and now it is happening. Very excited to start a new chapter in Oregon. Take care, Tom
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09-16-2014, 06:58 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: St.Peters, MO
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
I'll be 1st to reply, hope you have a great and safe trip and I will see you thursday!
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09-16-2014, 07:01 PM
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Cluster King
Join Date: Nov 2012
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
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Take care, Tom
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Contact me on all of your gauge cluster needs. I specialize in restoration, repair and parts sales for 67-72 Chevy and GMC trucks. email me at tbonegarris@yahoo.com I am also a dealer for Counterpart for gauge cluster parts only. Also see my facebook page, CG&C |
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09-16-2014, 07:12 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Rose Hill Kansas
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Wow...what an adventure. Driving across the states is fun. Setting up shop in a new state, congratulations! All the best to you and new start. Be safe and take it all in as you go.
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09-16-2014, 07:14 PM
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Location: wall,nj
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Hope you have a safe and enjoyable trip out west Tom.
Would you expect anything less than perfection from a Ochre Chevrolet ? I was hoping you were going to take us along for the ride ! Looking forward to seeing the pics along the way.
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09-16-2014, 07:17 PM
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Location: Edwards, CA
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe trip and keep up the pictures.
Slow way sounds like fun! Don't forget to post those roadside "finds" with phone numbers! :-)
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09-16-2014, 07:51 PM
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One foot in front of the other
Join Date: Aug 2008
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Sounds like an adventure. Hope you have a safe trip
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09-16-2014, 07:54 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Neskowin OR
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe trip Tom, we'll have to meet up sometime when you get here!
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09-16-2014, 07:57 PM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have safe and wonderful trip Tom. Life is a journey,not destination and I sincerely wish you all the best in your new home and business venture. I'm looking forward to the "on the road" updates.
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09-16-2014, 08:05 PM
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Cluster King
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Junction City, OR
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Thank you all for the well wishes. I/we appreciate it. I will keep everyone updated with photos and no worries about passing any 67-72 trucks by without a photo
I have not seen one yet but have been on the freeway the entire trip so far. Plan on taking some back roads soon.Take care, Tom
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Contact me on all of your gauge cluster needs. I specialize in restoration, repair and parts sales for 67-72 Chevy and GMC trucks. email me at tbonegarris@yahoo.com I am also a dealer for Counterpart for gauge cluster parts only. Also see my facebook page, CG&C |
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09-16-2014, 08:05 PM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Good luck! I would love to do a road trip like that.!
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09-16-2014, 08:48 PM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe trip Tom! We need to meet up when you get here buddy. I know we talked about that. Let me know, and drive safe
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09-16-2014, 08:53 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2012
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
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Hi T, I will give you a call tomorrow. When is a good time? I should have some time tomorrow evening when we roll in or Thursday morning. Looking forward to it, Tom
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Contact me on all of your gauge cluster needs. I specialize in restoration, repair and parts sales for 67-72 Chevy and GMC trucks. email me at tbonegarris@yahoo.com I am also a dealer for Counterpart for gauge cluster parts only. Also see my facebook page, CG&C |
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09-16-2014, 08:59 PM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe trip ,lots to see on your way ,I would love to road trip to Oregon again.
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09-16-2014, 09:31 PM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
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09-16-2014, 09:33 PM
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Location: Hyattsville, Maryland
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe trip ! Congrats on finally making the move. Wishing you all the best.
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09-16-2014, 09:40 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Redmond, WA
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
I like the fixture you made for the bed to safeguard your stuff!
If I were making a cross-country trip in a vehicle of this vintage (which I've done, but not in a truck) I'd carry a couple of parts: a) fuel pump b) alternator c) belts and hoses That's a fairly cheap investment and are the weak points, at least as I recall. My Dad carried spares even in the 70s for roadtrips. It's not that you need to change them on the side of the road (I suppose you could) but more about being able to get parts quickly if you need it repaired. You don't want to wait 2 days in Rearintercourse, Iowa because they don't have a fuel pump. Edit: Maybe climate specific, but I used to keep a block heater on hand too. Why? I had a freeze plug pop out once and it required a tow truck, service center, etc. Didn't have a socket and so on to drive a plug in even if I had one. But a block heater expands with a screw, so you could install one and cut the cord off just as a way to plug the block.
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09-16-2014, 09:48 PM
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Senior Member
 
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
More pictures
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09-17-2014, 08:07 AM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe trip and the best of luck once you've settled in Oregon
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09-17-2014, 08:27 AM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Awesome trip and thanks for sharing your experience. Be safe and enjoy.
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09-17-2014, 08:51 AM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe and fun trip!
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09-17-2014, 09:10 AM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Safe travels! Swing through Montana if you have time...
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09-17-2014, 11:26 AM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Drive safe ok ! When you get to Eastern Oregon let me know and I will buy you lunch
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09-17-2014, 11:41 AM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
I know you are looking forward to the move and hope to see lots of pics. Be safe and enjoy the trip.
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09-17-2014, 11:42 AM
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Re: Finally the journey from Michigan to Oregon is underway
Have a safe trip tom! give us plenty of pics with the 72 along the way!
truck looks great!! dave
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