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Xanthos · 12-08-2009, 09:11 AM

Change of plans - I won't be able to convoy on the way to the fest, but I will on the way back.
- X

tbarber87 · 12-08-2009, 09:20 AM

Well lets take a count. . .who wants to keep the plans we have. . .11 hour drive from OKC (not including stops) to Birmingham and only having a 5 hours drive that Friday. . .and who wants to bump up our first stop to Memphis? I Haven't mapquested to Memphis so I'm not sure of the time difference in drive So what are everyones thoughts?? Either way I vote for drinks when we arrive

Abygale · 12-08-2009, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by tbarber87

Well lets take a count. . .who wants to keep the plans we have. . .11 hour drive from OKC (not including stops) to Birmingham and only having a 5 hours drive that Friday. . .and who wants to bump up our first stop to Memphis? I Haven't mapquested to Memphis so I'm not sure of the time difference in drive So what are everyones thoughts?? Either way I vote for drinks when we arrive

I'm flexible, I can do either. It will be a 14-15 hour day for Ject and me, but if he's okay with it so am I! And

on the drink when we get there! They better have some Captain Morgan at the hotel, or maybe I'll just bring my own!

tbarber87 · 12-08-2009, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Abygale

...or maybe I'll just bring my own!

...

Ject · 12-08-2009, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tbarber87

Well lets take a count. . .who wants to keep the plans we have. . .11 hour drive from OKC (not including stops) to Birmingham and only having a 5 hours drive that Friday. . .and who wants to bump up our first stop to Memphis? I Haven't mapquested to Memphis so I'm not sure of the time difference in drive So what are everyones thoughts?? Either way I vote for drinks when we arrive

Im all for the plans we have already, making it to Birmingham first day. I'll get lots of rest the day prior to.

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Originally Posted by Abygale

Ject, if you are fine for the long day then I am too. I admire you guys pulling the trailers....you'll definitely need a drink.....and probably a massage! LOL

You paying for our massages?

Abygale · 12-08-2009, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Ject

Im all for the plans we have already, making it to Birmingham first day. I'll get lots of rest the day prior to.

You paying for our massages?

Haha, I bet there will be some single ladies more than willing to accommodate!

If nothing else, I'll definitely buy you trailer pulling guys your first drink!

Xanthos · 12-08-2009, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by tbarber87

Well lets take a count. . .who wants to keep the plans we have. . .11 hour drive from OKC (not including stops) to Birmingham and only having a 5 hours drive that Friday. . .and who wants to bump up our first stop to Memphis? I Haven't mapquested to Memphis so I'm not sure of the time difference in drive So what are everyones thoughts?? Either way I vote for drinks when we arrive

Memphis is about a 7 hour drive, if I remember correctly from last time I made the trip to Nashville.
- X

P.S. - On that note, your company will be kept on the trip back by a car much nicer than the lolhyundai. I'm going either this weekend or next to pick up my new (For me) 1972 Buick Skylark.

tbarber87 · 12-08-2009, 06:44 PM

Well since you two are the ones making the longest trip and you don't mind, then Birmingham it is!

Bummer you can't join Xanthos. . .we'll have to hunt you down at the fest to make sure we can meet up for the drive home

1969Fbody · 12-08-2009, 07:04 PM

Birmingham is fine with me if it is fine with Abygale and Ject. They have to drive longer.

I have pulled my trailer for 16 hours before, so 12-14 hours is not that bad. I don't mind the gas stops, it gives me a chance to get out of the truck and walk around. You will do fine Ject, but I will help you any way I can. I have not pulled much or too far with my current truck, but it seems to do fine. It is a GMC 2500HD, 6.0, auto, 4 wheel drive, with trailer towing pkg.

Sorry Xanthos you can't go East with us, but at least you can join us for the trip back.

Abygale, I like your avatar.

Supercop29 · 12-08-2009, 07:15 PM

Birmingham is fine with me.... Oh !!... I wasn't asked !!

Ject · 12-08-2009, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 1969Fbody

Birmingham is fine with me if it is fine with Abygale and Ject. They have to drive longer.

I have pulled my trailer for 16 hours before, so 12-14 hours is not that bad. I don't mind the gas stops, it gives me a chance to get out of the truck and walk around. You will do fine Ject, but I will help you any way I can. I have not pulled much or too far with my current truck, but it seems to do fine. It is a GMC 2500HD, 6.0, auto, 4 wheel drive, with trailer towing pkg.

Blah, a 2500HD will tow without a problem, it is built for heavy loads... just tow me and my car along with you as well lol! I wish I had a 1500HD or atleast the 5.3L instead of my 4.8L.

Im having my dealership install GM's Medium Duty Tranny Cooler just for the ease at mind for this trip. Trying to think of what else I should do to the truck, It's getting a new powersteering pump put in it VIA extended warranty. I'll also install some 2,500lb helper springs next month, should be easy. Im always nervous about long trips, i never have been lucky.

tbarber87 · 12-08-2009, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Supercop29

Birmingham is fine with me.... Oh !!... I wasn't asked !!

HAHA I figured since you worked so hard for our rate in Birmingham you wouldn't wanna do that again haha

Abygale · 12-08-2009, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 1969Fbody

Abygale, I like your avatar.

Want to show my respect for the fallen officers. I salute all of you, I know you don't get the thanks and appreciation you deserve!

1969Fbody · 12-10-2009, 09:54 PM

Thank you Abygale.

Ject, it sounds like you are on the right track with you truck mods. I put a tranny cooler on my last truck because it did not have one. I also put a trans, temp gauge just to keep an eye on the temp. I think the springs will help also. A long time ago I had a Ford with a 351 2-barrel. It towed fine except for some big Missouri hills going into St. Louis on I44. I thought I would have to get out and push.

12-08-2009, 09:11 AM	#113
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12-08-2009, 09:20 AM	#114
tbarber87 Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS CGM Rally Stripes Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Oklahoma city, OK, usa Posts: 711	Well lets take a count. . .who wants to keep the plans we have. . .11 hour drive from OKC (not including stops) to Birmingham and only having a 5 hours drive that Friday. . .and who wants to bump up our first stop to Memphis? I Haven't mapquested to Memphis so I'm not sure of the time difference in drive So what are everyones thoughts?? Either way I vote for drinks when we arrive

12-08-2009, 06:44 PM	#120
tbarber87 Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS CGM Rally Stripes Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Oklahoma city, OK, usa Posts: 711	Well since you two are the ones making the longest trip and you don't mind, then Birmingham it is! Bummer you can't join Xanthos. . .we'll have to hunt you down at the fest to make sure we can meet up for the drive home

12-08-2009, 07:04 PM	#121
1969Fbody Drives: 1969 Firebird Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tulsa area Posts: 263 View My Garage	Birmingham is fine with me if it is fine with Abygale and Ject. They have to drive longer. I have pulled my trailer for 16 hours before, so 12-14 hours is not that bad. I don't mind the gas stops, it gives me a chance to get out of the truck and walk around. You will do fine Ject, but I will help you any way I can. I have not pulled much or too far with my current truck, but it seems to do fine. It is a GMC 2500HD, 6.0, auto, 4 wheel drive, with trailer towing pkg. Sorry Xanthos you can't go East with us, but at least you can join us for the trip back. Abygale, I like your avatar.

12-10-2009, 09:54 PM	#126
1969Fbody Drives: 1969 Firebird Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tulsa area Posts: 263 View My Garage	Thank you Abygale. Ject, it sounds like you are on the right track with you truck mods. I put a tranny cooler on my last truck because it did not have one. I also put a trans, temp gauge just to keep an eye on the temp. I think the springs will help also. A long time ago I had a Ford with a 351 2-barrel. It towed fine except for some big Missouri hills going into St. Louis on I44. I thought I would have to get out and push.