Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

TruckinDaddy · 09-13-2006, 10:09 PM

The boy and I took our old beater out this evening on a run to the local YMCA to go swimming. The weather is nice so I figured we could walk back home if we broke down.

10 mile round trip with no problems! Well there was one dude that wanted to tailgate me on our way up there, but no truck problems...

When I started trying to get my gramp's truck running again a year and a half ago, I knew nothing under the hood except oil changes. A few more trips like this and I may start trusting my own mechanical abilities a little bit.

Thanks to a stack of repair manuals and especially all of you guys who have given me great advice and good deals on the board. My 4 1/2 year old son and I had a blast!

Jimbotronics · 09-13-2006, 10:19 PM

Right on Mike! Sounds like you two had a blast..

68haywagon · 09-13-2006, 10:21 PM

I was the same way when I first got my truck. Short trips to start off to make sure it would break....found out it wouldn't BRAKE

Glad to hear you got it moving, keep up the good work!

Mike

krue · 09-13-2006, 11:36 PM

Sounds good, but take it from me, never leave home without your toolbox!

junkyardjohn · 09-14-2006, 09:38 AM

A FEW MONTHS AGO I DROVE MY 69 1 TON TOWTRUCK 2430 MILES ACROSS COUNTRY TO MY NEW HOME , WHILE TOWING A 72 SHORT FLEET THAT WAS LOADED TO THE GILLS WITH 4 FENDERS 2 67-68 GRILLS 6 INNERS 4 DOORS & A BUNCH OF SMALLER PARTS.... (THE CAB WAS EVEN PACKED FULL. NO BIG DEAL... IF IT BREAKS... I'LL JUST FIX IT.

JOHN

TruckinDaddy · 09-14-2006, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krue

Sounds good, but take it from me, never leave home without your toolbox!

Good advice. I had the toolbox with me AND the floor jack in the bed, just in case!

**Palf70Step** · 09-14-2006, 09:55 PM

Congrats.

And yes, never leave home without your box, new or old truck.

junkyardjohn · 09-15-2006, 08:29 AM

I'LL DRIVE THESE OLD TRUCKS ANYWHERE BUT PALF70STEP IS RIGHT. I ALWAYS HAVE MY JUNKYARDBAG WITH ME. WORST CASE SENARIO IS I WOULD HAVE TO WALK A WAYS, & I PROBABLY NEED THE EXERCISE ANYWAY.

JOHN

09-13-2006, 10:09 PM	#1
TruckinDaddy What's that funky smell? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 610	Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! The boy and I took our old beater out this evening on a run to the local YMCA to go swimming. The weather is nice so I figured we could walk back home if we broke down. 10 mile round trip with no problems! Well there was one dude that wanted to tailgate me on our way up there, but no truck problems... When I started trying to get my gramp's truck running again a year and a half ago, I knew nothing under the hood except oil changes. A few more trips like this and I may start trusting my own mechanical abilities a little bit. Thanks to a stack of repair manuals and especially all of you guys who have given me great advice and good deals on the board. My 4 1/2 year old son and I had a blast! __________________ Mike S 68 C10 Long Step (Pretending to be a Long Fleetside) Grandpa's Farm Truck 3 on the tree, 307, No power brakes or steering Factory Options - HD rear spring and Ammeter/Oil Gauges My truck blog My Car Domain page

09-13-2006, 10:19 PM	#2
Jimbotronics YA YA Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Rockledge, Fl Posts: 1,273	Re: Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! Right on Mike! Sounds like you two had a blast.. __________________ Jimbo '72 SWB - 350 (frame-off resto in progress - donations accepted) '04 Chevy Avalanche '03 Cadillac CTS (wife's ride) Restoration progress - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335707

09-13-2006, 10:21 PM	#3
68haywagon I'm watching you! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Levittown, PA Posts: 1,822	Re: Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! I was the same way when I first got my truck. Short trips to start off to make sure it would break....found out it wouldn't BRAKE Glad to hear you got it moving, keep up the good work! Mike __________________ 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 4WD 1993 Chevrolet C-1500 W/T - Blue - 4.3L V-6, 4 speed auto - Dad's (RIP) 1992 Chevrolet S10 - LS swap project 1968 Chevrolet C-10 longbed fleetside - sold Last edited by 68haywagon; 09-13-2006 at 10:21 PM. Reason: Can't type

09-13-2006, 11:36 PM	#4
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! Sounds good, but take it from me, never leave home without your toolbox! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

09-14-2006, 09:38 AM	#5
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	Re: Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! A FEW MONTHS AGO I DROVE MY 69 1 TON TOWTRUCK 2430 MILES ACROSS COUNTRY TO MY NEW HOME , WHILE TOWING A 72 SHORT FLEET THAT WAS LOADED TO THE GILLS WITH 4 FENDERS 2 67-68 GRILLS 6 INNERS 4 DOORS & A BUNCH OF SMALLER PARTS.... (THE CAB WAS EVEN PACKED FULL. NO BIG DEAL... IF IT BREAKS... I'LL JUST FIX IT. JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST Last edited by junkyardjohn; 09-14-2006 at 09:39 AM.

09-14-2006, 09:55 PM	#7
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,471	Re: Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! Congrats. And yes, never leave home without your box, new or old truck. __________________ 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!

09-15-2006, 08:29 AM	#8
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	Re: Thanks guys. Our longest drive yet! I'LL DRIVE THESE OLD TRUCKS ANYWHERE BUT PALF70STEP IS RIGHT. I ALWAYS HAVE MY JUNKYARDBAG WITH ME. WORST CASE SENARIO IS I WOULD HAVE TO WALK A WAYS, & I PROBABLY NEED THE EXERCISE ANYWAY. JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

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