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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
The way I look at it is, if something's gonna break, it's gonna break. Whether you're 1 mile or 1000 miles from home. It's just more convenient 1 mile from home
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
please post your trip plans,, there are tons of members here if you have issues, I am sure one of use is nearby... also looks like a member in Reno will help you look it over..
sounds like a great trip !
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
Great looking truck! First thing I would do is change out that plastic fuel filter with a metal one. That plastic is a fire waiting to start!
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
Absolutely do it.
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
Put a sign in the rear window "Arkansas or Bust" you will be surprised at how popular you are. I did that after picking my 72K20 up in Orlando and driving it back to Denver. People can't believe that some old trucks run that well. The only issue I had was the wipers squeaked like mad when it rained so I stopped and bought a can of spray-on white grease...aaahhh that was a nice ride after that. Oh, check the wipers too for good blades before you set off. Enjoy your new truck.
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
I drove mine from Cali to Fl. Nice and slow. 5 day trip. Took some time at Motels to check the rig over. Spun a new belt upside down in New Mexico but I had a bed full of Snap-On tools to help out. 2 jerry cans of fuel, 2gallon of oil,1 gallon of gear lube, 1 gallon of trans fluid, tire plugs and a compressor, a spare tire, bunch of cash a bunch of credit, a cell phone, a case of smokes, camp stove and coffee and a small TV extra battery and a dog. Will never forget that trip. 36" swampers for 3000 miles. Not a hiccup til my TCI converter blew up in Fl. About an hour from my final destination. Kept driving cuz it kept moving. Made it though. Lock-up went out. Had to replace the pump and converter.
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
Drive her, I've done 2100 mile road trips in my 67 Chevelle (x3), 63 Chevy II (x2), and a 70 El Camino pulling my 63 Chevy II.
Get roadside assistance. If you break down and need a tow to the next town with a parts store it's invaluable. I personally use Hagerty's top level, it's 125 miles of towing for any vehicle (classic or not) and it was only $150 or $175/year. One tow of 20-30 miles will more than pay for a year's worth of fee. They'll even pay a company to bring gas out to you, that's how I found out my new gas gauge didn't work in my 63 in the middle of nowhere Missouri. This year alone I've probably used $500 worth of tows: fuel problems in my K20 75 miles from home while pulling a trailer and retrieving my 97 S10 when I bought it with a rod knock 5 miles away. You can even request a specific tow company that's not on their contract, as I have a preferred local company. Basic tools, a spare fuel filter or three, plenty of fluids, and some form of music (if the radio doesn't work). Just drive here where it feels comfortable and enjoy the scenery. It is a little more enjoyable to divide a drive into multiple days, but I've done half of mine straight through 30 hrs. But that's not fun in a modern car either. Also, don't try and reset your timing a 3am in Denton, TX. I ended up chasing a miss that resulted from me adjusting the timing in an attempt to get a little better fuel mileage in my 63 Chevy II. After screwing away an hour in a gas station parking lot I undid the adjustment and continued driving for another 1000 miles without problem.
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
Drive it!! That's how I got my 70 c10 flew down to Albuquerque with a wad of cash and drove 1700 miles up to Canada. Enjoyed the trip got to see the Grand Canyon but it was sketchy at times with a worn rag joint and no front sway bar lol
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
I would drive it I once took train to ohio to pick up 63 impala with wife 20ooo mile original she wanted to drive it okay I said first toll booth she screams brake pedal slapping to floor I say go through were no cars I run back to booth and pay now shes done driving she says I go down to side street to find brake fluid of turnpike I run7 miles find gas station talk them into selling me some I run back 7 miles thank god I am ironman triathlon cause that was 14 mile round trip fill master good for 2 stops between fill ups 2 in morning a very big deer takes us out and totals car wife wont let drive one back so I ship from now on we tell that story all the time
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
DRIVE IT!!!
![]() ![]() A few tips. 1- Get a AAA membership before you go. They have a couple day requirement before activation so you cannot break down and then join from the side of the road. 2- Bring/buy some simple tools. 3- Do a test run before you leave of 100 or so miles. This lets you know about the cooling system, oil consumption, gas mileage, and allows you to listen for odd sounds before you start trekking across the desert. (Mine had a 3/4 plugged radiator.... glad I did a test run). 4- Enjoy! If everything works out, you have had a fun trip to share memories. If something breaks down, you might have to swallow your pride..... but it will make a good story a few years down the road. |
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
Go for it. The original motor was most likely replaced with a good 350 with electronic igntion. As long as the pickup is solid and in good working order when you leave you should have no problem. Have at least ten gallons of gas in cans in the box just in case and keep your eyes peeled for the nearest gas station at all times. 60 mph tops and take your time. Goodluck sir. Godspeed.
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
With the popularity of this thread you are now required to start a thread and document your journey....with pics of course!
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The epic journey will start on april 14th. so the unfortunate part is i won't be able to see my cool new truck for another month. but i will make sure we take lots of pics and write along the way. |
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
I would drive a truck back myself if I thought it would make it. I am not very experienced on these trucks though...
I think the advice on here is pretty good....I hadn't thought of contacting forum members along the way.... Myself I'd stay off interstates to give the truck a break and to see more of the country. I assume you will bring tools that will allow you to survive becoming a victim in case you happen across someone that might want the truck enough to demand it. Be sure to abide by local laws. |
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
This may help on the states that reciprocate for Concealed Carry.
http://www.handgunlaw.us/LicMaps/ccwmap.php Airline travel with a firearm: http://www.wikihow.com/Travel-on-Airplanes-With-a-Gun |
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
Do it! We actually used to drive old trucks thousands of miles without a cell phone (gasp)! I flew out to pick my K10 up, gave it a once over, and drove it 600 miles home that afternoon. If it runs well and has fluid you should be just fine...and you can post pictures of a great adventure! Most problems seem to happen in town either starting or stopping. Go Captain Ron on it and have fun!
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
My vote is do it!!
I did it once for my old 1980 c10 and also picked up a 1986 mustang gt for my buddy. I love all the crazy memories you get on the road. |
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
if your planned route has you passing thru Gallup NM, im here if you need any emergency help. Some areas of I40 have Route 66 to drive on, but mostly interstate only. I drove with the flashers on during the day and at night. Definitely plan extra days, take your time. When i picked up my K20 i gave it a once over and 6 hours later all was well. After i did that long trip I was more confident how dependable the truck will be, and a nice long trip exposes what needs fixing/improvement to make it better for the next long trip.
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Re: Cross country…or Bust? Long trip for C10..
I'd go for it also, it sounds exciting, alot of good advice from guys, the only other thing I would bring are some ear plugs. 4 or 5 hours of hearing the engine screaming you'll wish you had them. unless the truck had alot of sound deadener, they can be noisy. good luck!
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