jags1fan Posted August 31, 2017 Report Share Posted August 31, 2017 WOW, God Bless Them! That is wonderful to still have your folks on the farm. We (Raymond and I) will arrive Bellingham RV Park 8 September for a week. IF you need some help, I'd love to come out and help. We are currently in Tok, Alaska and will begin heading South tomorrow. Still hoping to catch the Aurora Borealis the next couple of nights before we get down to some serious moving South. LOL My personal email is: Jags1fan@gmail.com Let me know if you want some free help. Quote Janet Church Lifetime Member #96033 RDBE #582005 Volvo 6302008 Blue Smart2006 Ruby Red Smart (1st Gen)2009 DRV 36' Mobile SuitesNO PMs PLEASE. I might not see them for a long time! Contact me at: jags1fan@gmail.com better half: G8r.Ray Raymond Church My blog: ForksInTheRVRoad.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtgeodog Posted September 3, 2017 Report Share Posted September 3, 2017 Sitting at S&B in Midland, TX until we leave for Hutch. I bought an ET Jr. for delivery at the rally. I hope to be able to draft enough help to put it on my Toter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick & Alana Posted September 3, 2017 Report Share Posted September 3, 2017 20 hours ago, wtgeodog said: Sitting at S&B in Midland, TX until we leave for Hutch. I bought an ET Jr. for delivery at the rally. I hope to be able to draft enough help to put it on my Toter. Here is the truck when looking for help at the rally. Open your hood grab a fist full of tools grab a greasy red rag look under your hood before you can look back up, most likely there will be multiple on lookers willing to help however some will only want to offer advise, but you'll have plenty to help that is unless it's at meal time, happy hour or bedtime Quote Rick and Alana Fulltimers 2018 Newmar Ventana 4037 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1997 Jeep TJ 2009 Mobile Suites 36RSSB3 formerly owned 2000 Volvo 770, 600 Cummins ISX,18 speed autoshift, 14 foot "garage" ET,Jackalopee,MaxBrake,Pressure Pro pro www.rickandalanasgreatadventures.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted September 4, 2017 Report Share Posted September 4, 2017 2 hours ago, Rick & Alana said: Here is the trick when looking for help at the rally. Works the same way at an old bike rally. Bonus points if you kneel with a flashlight................... Quote KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLghtning Posted September 7, 2017 Report Share Posted September 7, 2017 (edited) On 8/14/2017 at 3:40 PM, BlueLghtning said: I can finally jump in on this thread. We left Peachtree City, GA yesterday on Sunday and drove around Atlanta on 285 up 75 to 24 past Chatanooga. We took Hwy 27 & hwy 127 to I-40 and are staying at Davy Crocket CG. For future reference W16 is a great spot for an HDT with plenty of room to back in. W15 is very narrow so skip that one. I haven't got a chance to walk around to look at others. In a couple days we will be headed to Shoshoni, WY to watch the Eclipse so we'll doing a long cross country repositioning. We'll be in Silverton, CO at the end af August and then Taylor Park, CO after that. We ended up having to stay in TN longer than we had hoped which killed our plans for WY. We left TN on Friday, Aug 25th and made a 1500 mile drive to Silverton, CO over 3 days. That was a long haul, but the truck did great. Silverton of course is right in the middle of the Million Dollar Hwy (Hwy 550) between Durango & Ouray and is avoided by many RV'rs. I had driven and ridden it before, so I knew what to expect, but it was still a bit nerve racking. We came in from ABQ and made the drive north to Silverton. I was a little nervous about taking 550 being so new at this, but I took it slow and the truck did great. The downhills were a non issue with the jake brake and the right gear. I did find myself having to drop gears on climbs sometimes on steeper climbs with my manual, but I never missed a gear. I pulled over when I could to let faster traffic by although 550 has some pretty low speed limits. Once we left Silverton, we headed to Taylor Park Resovoir where we are now and of course that meant going the rest of the way up 550 through Ouray, to Montrose, then hwy 50 East to Gunnison, where we grabbed Hwy 135 north to 742 to Taylor Park. I actually found Hwy 50 a bit more challenging in spots due to all the construction they are doing including one very bumpy gravel section and trying to slow the rig down when you notice the huge bumps they left on bridge transitions in several places. Since Cotton Wood Pass is closed to Buena Vista this year, our only way out of here is back to Gunnison and Hwy 50. We are probably going to stay somewhere East of Salida on Hwy 50 until it's time to head to the Rally in KS. Edited September 7, 2017 by BlueLghtning Quote Dan (Class of 2017) - 2012 Ram 3500 & 2005 Alpenlite Valhalla 29RK Contact me at rvsolarconsulting.com or Two Wheel Ramblin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lappir Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 On 9/7/2017 at 3:58 PM, BlueLghtning said: We ended up having to stay in TN longer than we had hoped which killed our plans for WY. We left TN on Friday, Aug 25th and made a 1500 mile drive to Silverton, CO over 3 days. That was a long haul, but the truck did great. Silverton of course is right in the middle of the Million Dollar Hwy (Hwy 550) between Durango & Ouray and is avoided by many RV'rs. I had driven and ridden it before, so I knew what to expect, but it was still a bit nerve racking. We came in from ABQ and made the drive north to Silverton. I was a little nervous about taking 550 being so new at this, but I took it slow and the truck did great. The downhills were a non issue with the jake brake and the right gear. I did find myself having to drop gears on climbs sometimes on steeper climbs with my manual, but I never missed a gear. I pulled over when I could to let faster traffic by although 550 has some pretty low speed limits. Once we left Silverton, we headed to Taylor Park Resovoir where we are now and of course that meant going the rest of the way up 550 through Ouray, to Montrose, then hwy 50 East to Gunnison, where we grabbed Hwy 135 north to 742 to Taylor Park. I actually found Hwy 50 a bit more challenging in spots due to all the construction they are doing including one very bumpy gravel section and trying to slow the rig down when you notice the huge bumps they left on bridge transitions in several places. Since Cotton Wood Pass is closed to Buena Vista this year, our only way out of here is back to Gunnison and Hwy 50. We are probably going to stay somewhere East of Salida on Hwy 50 until it's time to head to the Rally in KS. Loved going around the San Juan loop when I worked in Gallup several years ago. I probably rode or drove around it 6 or 7 times one summer and early Fall. I worked 7 on and 7 off night shift so I'd leave on my second day off and spend a couple nights somewhere along the loop before going back to work. Beautiful country. Rod Quote White 2000/2010Volvo VNL 770 with 7' Drom box with opposing doors, JOST slider hitch. 600 HP Cummins Signature 18 Speed three pedal auto shift. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross retired to a sticks and bricks garage. Brought out of storage the summer of 2022 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S Two door hard top. 2007 Honda GL 1800 2013 Space Craft Mfg S420 Custom built Toyhauler The Gold Volvo is still running and being emptied in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted September 23, 2017 Report Share Posted September 23, 2017 Just pulled in and got set up back at Hillsdale State Park Lake, south of Olathe, Kansas. Will be here until we leave on the 3rd for the Rally. Quote Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdwardHall Posted October 19, 2017 Report Share Posted October 19, 2017 (edited) Well, to everyone we told we were headed to TX, guess not now. Goodwill had two slots they were taking in my CDL class they had given up, but took them back. LOL. It all worked out and I will be taking the CDL class now in FL, in ST Petersburg. I’ll save a grand and get some diving and spearfishing in as well. Can’t beat that. Ill be able to get that 18 speed off the bucket list. Ed Edited October 19, 2017 by EdwardHall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLghtning Posted October 19, 2017 Report Share Posted October 19, 2017 We haven't travelled too far since the Rally. We left Hutch and headed down to Goddard just west of Witchita and stayed at Lake Afton for a couple days. Then we headed East to Parson's where we are now for a couple days before heading towards Arkansas next. Quote Dan (Class of 2017) - 2012 Ram 3500 & 2005 Alpenlite Valhalla 29RK Contact me at rvsolarconsulting.com or Two Wheel Ramblin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted October 19, 2017 Report Share Posted October 19, 2017 (edited) We hit Byrd's in western Arkansas last November, great off-roading trails. https://byrdsadventurecenter.com/4x4/ They have some huge sights along a grass runway that would fit the HDT's. There is a place nearby called the Oark General store that has been in continuous operation for 100+ years nearby. The Burgers are fantastic. http://www.oarkgeneralstore.com/our-story.html We also ran into Alie and Jim at the Cloud Nine Campground on that trip and got infected with the HDT. We sure appreciated their willingness to share and explain the HDT option to us. Really nice folks. Edited October 19, 2017 by Parrformance Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 Fall migration time. Leaving Grande Prairie today, and with family check-ins, will probably cross into Montana Tuesday AM. Quote I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLghtning Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 We pulled into Ozark View Campground in Omaha, AR yesterday which is south of Branson, MO & just north of Harrison, AR. Jim & Terri got here today also. There are some great motorcycling roads around here. This is a very nice family owned camground and the owner is very open to HDT's. I know @rickeieio has been here before with his HDT and @Mntom has been here also. Quote Dan (Class of 2017) - 2012 Ram 3500 & 2005 Alpenlite Valhalla 29RK Contact me at rvsolarconsulting.com or Two Wheel Ramblin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 Yes, we were there in late June, along with Paul and Paula, and of course Daisy. Nice peaceful place. No kids running about and no golf carts. Did I mention it's peaceful? Try Charlie's Cafe for breakfast. Quote KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted October 24, 2017 Report Share Posted October 24, 2017 Delay of game. Pulled into Butte, MT last night, and found bent spring hangers. Sun is coming up, will see how bad the damage is then. I see a welder in my future. Quote I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim & Wilma Posted October 24, 2017 Report Share Posted October 24, 2017 1 hour ago, Darryl&Rita said: Delay of game. Pulled into Butte, MT last night, and found bent spring hangers. Sun is coming up, will see how bad the damage is then. I see a welder in my future. Good luck Darryl with your repairs! Quote Jim & Wilma 2006 Travel Supreme 36RLQSO 2009 Volvo VNL730, D13, I-shift, ET, Herrin Hauler bed, "Ruby" 2017 Smart Class of 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted October 25, 2017 Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 Good news, everyone! Trailer is back on even footings, and we have another entry for the "Good Guys Shop". LaVelle Equipment Repair had us in, and out in 1 looong day of lifting, prying, and welding. I got to play along, as a helper. Dirty shop, gruff and grizzled workers, good work, good prices. We'll be on the road this Am, minor delays. Quote I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob A Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 Heading to Davenport FL. On November. 1st or 2nd Quote 2014 jayco siesmic 3914 1998 volvo 610, singled short ( bought in 2005) 14 speed volvo tranny 2014 Toyota yaris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrformance Posted October 27, 2017 Report Share Posted October 27, 2017 9 hours ago, Bob A said: Heading to Davenport FL. On November. 1st or 2nd I live in Lakeland, other side of Polk County. The weather here is fantastic again. 55 degrees this morning with a high of 81 expected today. I hope you have a safe trip. Michael and Licia Quote 2006 Volvo VNL 780, " Arvey" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift 2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2010 Forest River Coachman Freedom Express 280RLS Jackalopee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob A Posted October 31, 2017 Report Share Posted October 31, 2017 Thanks can't wait to get out of this rain hail wind and chance of snow, Quote 2014 jayco siesmic 3914 1998 volvo 610, singled short ( bought in 2005) 14 speed volvo tranny 2014 Toyota yaris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted October 31, 2017 Report Share Posted October 31, 2017 Time to follow the gooses. Apparently I like to wait so I can drive in snowage. The bike almost loaded itself when it heard we are shaping a course south by southwest... Quote "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollytrolley Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 On 10/30/2017 at 7:19 PM, Bob A said: Thanks can't wait to get out of this rain hail wind and chance of snow, Blew out of Bend this afternoon and raced a couple antelope ( dropped of cruise as they passed in front....on our way to overnight at the fairgrounds in Burns, OR.... Dolly-the-paint-horse loves to make a few laps on the race track... Tomorrow hope to have enough parts and diesel to wonder over to Winnemueca the Lovelock, Fallon, and overnight at the Rodeo grounds at Hawthorne,NV.... We only have THIRTY tires on the road this trip .......wonder if the air will stay in them for the hobble down to Last Chance Peak Dolly-the-paint-horse camp? Drive on......(hay-burner in tow) Quote 97 Freightshaker Century Cummins M11-370 / 1350 /10 spd / 3:08 /tandem/ 20ft Garage/ 30 ft Curtis Dune toybox with a removable horse-haul-module to transport Dolly-The-Painthorse to horse camps and trail heads all over the Western U S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Left the slightly chilly Bismarck ND Wednesday afternoon, and we are currently sitting in Joplin MO for the night. Its 55 degrees warmer here than there! Moving on to Hot Springs in the AM. Quote Alie & Jim + 8 paws 2017 DRV Memphis BART- 1998 Volvo 610 Lil'ole 6cyl Cummins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted November 3, 2017 Report Share Posted November 3, 2017 We're at Land Between the Lakes in Kentucky with Paul & Paula, Spindrift and his bride, and another couple, enjoying a weekend of campfires and tall tales. Might find time for an adult beverage and a cigar too. Quote KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob A Posted November 3, 2017 Report Share Posted November 3, 2017 Sitting in Ozark Alabama enjoying the warm weather, admiring my new paint on truck Quote 2014 jayco siesmic 3914 1998 volvo 610, singled short ( bought in 2005) 14 speed volvo tranny 2014 Toyota yaris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted November 6, 2017 Report Share Posted November 6, 2017 Settled in for Snowbird season in Apache Junction, keeping an eye on Jim and Cathy's rig. All looks good, so far. Sooner or later, Vern will break free of the snow bank. Quote I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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