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Modges'66 · 10-16-2016, 04:07 PM

Outstanding!!!

Johnny_Lamebridge · 10-16-2016, 04:29 PM

Rian, thanks for the updates. You're definitely getting "rockstar" treatment. Its nice to see that there are such awesome, generous people in this world!

bj383ss · 10-16-2016, 07:47 PM

Man what an amazing trip. What a cool knife. Those are the little things that make such a big impact on your vacation here. My grandpa carried his Case knife with him everyday as long as I knew him. I now have it in my possession. Look forward to more updates.

Bret

**67cheby** · 10-17-2016, 09:28 AM

I have been reading through your trip....it is AMAZING! Great to see you again and thanks for all the goodies!

flashed · 10-17-2016, 09:55 AM

If I had known you had a John Deere fetish I would have sent you a hat .

Grizz1963 · 10-17-2016, 10:58 AM

Interruption to the regular schedule.

Seems we have a sub-road trip road trip today.

Off with Clem and his trailer to go fetch his 1939!Ford Deluxe Racecar from a tuning shop a couple of hrs from here.

This could be good.

Grizz1963 · 10-18-2016, 10:31 AM

Been real busy lately.

Not sleeping much at all. Quite tired and my back is killing me too.

Headed back to St Louis via Backroads America today so probably 400 miles to go.

A massive thank you to Clemdaddy and Kim plus all the cats and dogs for their generous hospitality. You really do make the difference.

Updates later when I get time.

Clem, myself (tired) and Bomp (Greg) this morning. You can see who needs sleep.

Todd Robert Johnson on the other hand......... wide awake.

Off in a bit. Later guys.

Low Elco · 10-18-2016, 01:21 PM

As per GJ protocol, a giant YOU SUCK! You got to see Thomas' and Chris' Garage! Awesome! Hope you're still having a good time, I wnated very badly to come down to Clem's, but I had some long pushed off commitments I couldn't get away from. Glad you all had a good time!

Modges'66 · 10-18-2016, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Low Elco

As per GJ protocol, a giant YOU SUCK! You got to see Thomas' and Chris' Garage! Awesome! Hope you're still having a good time, I wnated very badly to come down to Clem's, but I had some long pushed off commitments I couldn't get away from. Glad you all had a good time!

Yeah, What he said!
I was so worried about getting stranded, that I couldn't be convinced to make the leap!
Kickin' my own a$$ right now...

Grizz1963 · 10-18-2016, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Low Elco

As per GJ protocol, a giant YOU SUCK! You got to see Thomas' and Chris' Garage! Awesome! Hope you're still having a good time, I wnated very badly to come down to Clem's, but I had some long pushed off commitments I couldn't get away from. Glad you all had a good time!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Modges'66

Yeah, What he said!
I was so worried about getting stranded, that I couldn't be convinced to make the leap!
Kickin' my own a$$ right now...

Thanks guys.

You are absolutely right. Mm

Grizz1963 · 10-18-2016, 10:43 PM

Now back in St Louis at Dennis' place.

Back to the road trip story.

Got to Steve "Bib Overalls" and his wife Belinda and Lulu the most awesome dogs place in Jonesboro late afternoon.

Steve had a load of stuff lined up for us to do from hotrod shops, home garages and restaurants etc.

So after I relaxed a bit we got back into the Challenger and drove accross Jonesboro, Arkansas to one of his friends Marty Lilly and his shop U-Wish Hotrods.

Car talk, beers, liquor, Kettle Crisps and sweet and salt popcorn on a Friday night. Hell Yeahh !!!

Quite liked this Farm truck. Being built "in secret" for a customer for his dad.

Later we went out for dinner and then home. Chatting till late.

Next morning up early to get out to breakfast

Scrambled eggs, crispy American smoked bacon and pancakes with loads of whipped butter and Maple syrup.

When we finished breakfast and left, this regular was out front as well.

Only in America.

Daily driver.

From there we headed off to pick up Steves friend Larry Henderson of Trumann, Arkansas.
He is a fun and funny guy with a home shop as well.

He would be joining us for the trip to George Poteets place.

Next part soon.

flashed · 10-19-2016, 07:20 AM

Glad your trip is going well ,thanks for takig us along .

Grizz1963 · 10-19-2016, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by flashed

Glad your trip is going well ,thanks for takig us along .

An absolute pleasure John.

I ride shotgun on many peoples road trips too.

So a few hours in the truck with two old rodders later we arrive at George Poteets Ranch.

No idea how Steve finds places. But the man has an innate ability to memorise routes from a single exposure or simple notes. He proved that a few times while I was with him.

He also has an encyclopaedic knowledge of all sorts of stuff and his list of contacts and real heavy hitters in the industry that he counts as friends scared me. The man is connected and people want to know him. I have known him for many years now and never knew just how impressed I would be.

All the buildings are numbered. Several houses, workshops and all the hangars all with air being circulated constantly.

George has several cars (maybe dozens?) that are on loan to various displays and museums etc. But the cars here were staggering.

My first photo was this one.

Wish I knew the story behind it.

Tom Dulaney, who was one of Georges school teachers is now caretaker on the site and lives in one of the houses.

What a gentleman. Truely. Sharp as a whip too.

Loads of interesting stuff, stock, tools and parts. Much of it NOS.

And then the Million Dollar car.

The Moal built piece of art.

Its an older car and builds are worth millions these days but it has history and many neat touches.

From the small shop we are sent a mile accross the property to find Bobby Madden the resident me hanic who looks after the fleet as well as Hutch who is to be our personal guide at the brand new shop.

The old workshop along with a bunch of cars was destroyed by a Tornado. With cars, four post lifts etc being picked up and thrown about. Some large benches, toolboxes etc were never found but in their place the storm left some transmissions/gearboxes.

Not sure if people have fallen asleep yet or moved on but I need to go shopping now so a further update later for those still onboard.

dwcardfan · 10-19-2016, 11:59 AM

I am still here. Awesome trip!!!!

flashed · 10-19-2016, 12:06 PM

Im staying tuned in .

Grizz1963 · 10-19-2016, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by dwcardfan

I am still here. Awesome trip!!!!

Glad you are still along for my ride Donny.

Its guys like you that have made it as crazy good for me and all the other followers on various forums I contribute to.

I posted out some English tea for Mrs dwcardfan and mum in law this morning. Enjoy.

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Originally Posted by flashed

Im staying tuned in .

John thank you.

Also opened the licence plates you put out and sent my way this morning.

Spectacular !!

Thank you.

Every one is one I needed or wanted.

Motor cycle, New Hampshire, Disabled....... man you got that right.

Grizz1963 · 10-19-2016, 05:56 PM

10-16-2016, 04:07 PM	#1
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10-16-2016, 04:29 PM	#2
Johnny_Lamebridge Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Cambridge, Ontario Posts: 507	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Rian, thanks for the updates. You're definitely getting "rockstar" treatment. Its nice to see that there are such awesome, generous people in this world! __________________ * My 63 C10 SWB Fleetside (converted to BBW): http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...58#post6851558 @johnny_lamebridge on Instagram

10-16-2016, 07:47 PM	#3
bj383ss Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Leander, TX Posts: 969	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Man what an amazing trip. What a cool knife. Those are the little things that make such a big impact on your vacation here. My grandpa carried his Case knife with him everyday as long as I knew him. I now have it in my possession. Look forward to more updates. Bret __________________ 64' Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=586955

10-17-2016, 09:28 AM	#4
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! I have been reading through your trip....it is AMAZING! Great to see you again and thanks for all the goodies! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

10-17-2016, 09:55 AM	#5
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! If I had known you had a John Deere fetish I would have sent you a hat .

10-17-2016, 10:58 AM	#6
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,565	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Interruption to the regular schedule. Seems we have a sub-road trip road trip today. Off with Clem and his trailer to go fetch his 1939!Ford Deluxe Racecar from a tuning shop a couple of hrs from here. This could be good. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

10-18-2016, 10:31 AM	#7
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,565	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Been real busy lately. Not sleeping much at all. Quite tired and my back is killing me too. Headed back to St Louis via Backroads America today so probably 400 miles to go. A massive thank you to Clemdaddy and Kim plus all the cats and dogs for their generous hospitality. You really do make the difference. Updates later when I get time. Clem, myself (tired) and Bomp (Greg) this morning. You can see who needs sleep. Todd Robert Johnson on the other hand......... wide awake. Off in a bit. Later guys. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

10-18-2016, 01:21 PM	#8
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! As per GJ protocol, a giant YOU SUCK! You got to see Thomas' and Chris' Garage! Awesome! Hope you're still having a good time, I wnated very badly to come down to Clem's, but I had some long pushed off commitments I couldn't get away from. Glad you all had a good time! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

10-18-2016, 10:43 PM	#11
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,565	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Now back in St Louis at Dennis' place. Back to the road trip story. Got to Steve "Bib Overalls" and his wife Belinda and Lulu the most awesome dogs place in Jonesboro late afternoon. Steve had a load of stuff lined up for us to do from hotrod shops, home garages and restaurants etc. So after I relaxed a bit we got back into the Challenger and drove accross Jonesboro, Arkansas to one of his friends Marty Lilly and his shop U-Wish Hotrods. Car talk, beers, liquor, Kettle Crisps and sweet and salt popcorn on a Friday night. Hell Yeahh !!! Quite liked this Farm truck. Being built "in secret" for a customer for his dad. Later we went out for dinner and then home. Chatting till late. Next morning up early to get out to breakfast Scrambled eggs, crispy American smoked bacon and pancakes with loads of whipped butter and Maple syrup. When we finished breakfast and left, this regular was out front as well. Only in America. Daily driver. From there we headed off to pick up Steves friend Larry Henderson of Trumann, Arkansas. He is a fun and funny guy with a home shop as well. He would be joining us for the trip to George Poteets place. Next part soon. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

10-19-2016, 07:20 AM	#12
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Glad your trip is going well ,thanks for takig us along .

10-19-2016, 11:59 AM	#14
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10-19-2016, 12:06 PM	#15
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Im staying tuned in .

10-19-2016, 05:56 PM	#17
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,565	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! More from the small shop. Check out the rivited copper seat. Then we headed up to the big shop. We all just walked around the workshop freely. Steve had a long deep conversation about engine rebuilds and special tools with Bobby Madden and Larry and Hutch were talking drags...... and I took some photos. This is where cars are checked, set up and repaired. Did I mention George DRIVES his cars. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

10-21-2016, 12:50 PM	#19
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,565	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Pete, you can buy all those kits painted or unpainted there. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

10-19-2016, 06:21 PM	#20
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,086	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Move over,your on my side of the seat! Had to make it sound like a real family road trip. Enjoying it tremendously Rian. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!



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10-19-2016, 10:01 PM	#21
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Rian, Im glad you liked your plates ,I collect as many as I can and share some too.

10-19-2016, 11:49 PM	#23
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,565	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Bit more to add in. After this lot, Hurch took us out to the hangers. Suffice be it to say. Mind Blown. Ow look at this sheet very closely. Every car had one of these on the front seat. Kept up to date by the guys. This sort of attention to detail is very impressive. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

10-20-2016, 07:07 AM	#24
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! I love following along with you.

10-20-2016, 11:22 AM	#25
Bomp Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: . Posts: 3,104	Re: Grizz's Redneck Express 1966 Chevy Short Fleetside RESTO-GO! Some neat stuff there. I enjoyed hanging with you at Kim & Clems. We are now official step brothers. What Rian does when he's not playing my drums. Sitting, waiting for tea, plotting a scheme with Todd.

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