|
Film this and put it on Youtube. You'll get enough hits to make some money I'm sure. Do you have any disposable income? Buy something like a short school bus that has a 454/460 or better, buy a used trailer, go get the truck, bring it all home and resell the bus and trailer for what you paid.You'll have lots of cargo room for tools, you can get both the bus and trailer for dirt cheap, and unless you buy something 8 years old or newer, it shouldn't lose any value while you use it. Comedy option: Contact Freiburger and Finnigan and see if they want to make an episode out of this.
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 20:03
|
|
|
|
| # ? Apr 20, 2024 01:45 |
|
|
That's actually a pretty good idea. The only issue I see is getting Dick's tools there and back, unless he just takes whatever he can with him on the plane. It would be ideal to have his entire set at his disposal but I don't see how that could be feasible.
|
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 20:11
|
|
|
Buy everything locally at Harbor Freight and leave it here when we're done.
|
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 20:20
|
|
|
leica posted:That's actually a pretty good idea. Upgrade the casters on the box, tow it with the Civic, then put those in the back of Sims' new truck while all being towed by the short bus?
|
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 20:33
|
|
|
 Nomex posted:Comedy option: Contact Freiburger and Finnigan and see if they want to make an episode out of this.
|
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 20:51
|
|
|
"Construction? On MY I-94?" It's more likely than you think! 
Dagen H fucked around with this message at 18:31 on Apr 30, 2016 |
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 21:42
|
|
|
If you come through Iowa on the alternate route, I can help. Not much, probably, but it's always helpful to have backup.
|
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 22:12
|
|
|
leica posted:That's actually a pretty good idea. I was considering just a triage bag of essentials, with the basic or oddball poo poo up to the dude who thinks this is a good idea. Like my Snap On ratchets, a select set of sockets, etc.
|
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 23:39
|
|
|
Garbage Dick posted:I was considering just a triage bag of essentials, with the basic or oddball poo poo up to the dude who thinks this is a good idea. Like my Snap On ratchets, a select set of sockets, etc. With a vehicle that old a standard socket set a test light timing light and screw driver set will aide you in reaching Valhalla.
|
|
#
?
Apr 29, 2016 23:50
|
|
|
Lightbulb Out posted:If you come through Iowa on the alternate route, I can help. Not much, probably, but it's always helpful to have backup. Same here. I have a bit of tools and a refrigerator with beer in it.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 01:04
|
|
|
Dagen H posted:"Construction? On MY I-94?" Suggest the southern route to keep as far from Chicago traffic as possible. Wish I were closer, I'd offer beer or something. Also this was my new favorite project thread even before it took a turn for the fantastic. So excited.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 01:25
|
|
|
SouthsideSaint posted:With a vehicle that old a standard socket set a test light timing light and screw driver set will aide you in reaching Valhalla. Good point. A cordless 18v impact would probably be invaluable as well and not take up too much space.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 02:01
|
|
|
TheNothingNew posted:Suggest the southern route to keep as far from Chicago traffic as possible. Wish I were closer, I'd offer beer or something. If you do go south, I can recommend a great place to hit up for lunch in Iowa City. Hamburg Inn Number 2 is probably the best diner in the state, and has the Best Thing Ever : The Pie Shake, which is exactly what it sounds like, a milkshake made with a slice of pie.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 04:08
|
|
|
Nomex posted:Film this and put it on Youtube. You'll get enough hits to make some money I'm sure. If we're going to be doing this kinda stuff as a way to get this thing across the country, the best option is obviously to fly Dick out to New England, get kastein's 5 Ton running, drive that out, and tow the dump truck with that.  Although doesn't Doccers live in Washington now? Besides, if I could afford a bus and trailer I'd just pay the like $3500 to have it shipped straight to FL Anways, I guess right now the main challenge is getting it to Ohio. Dagen, if you are serious, can you email me some details about your place? Like address, so I can throw something up on Uship ExplodingSims2@gmail.com And Dick, I will totally take you up on that offer. Consider that plane ticket bought. Feel free to email me for details. Keep in mind the actual fixing won't be happening for at least another month or so, as I have A. Get this thing shipped B. Find a motor C. Buy all the other parts D. Still got bills to pay
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 04:29
|
|
|
<Ron Paul.gif> Holy wow did this thread go from great to greatester in like a day.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 05:06
|
|
|
Dagen H posted:"Construction? On MY I-94?" Your address is still in the URL there m8  Also this thread is going places and I LIKE IT.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 11:54
|
|
|
Liquid Communism posted:If you do go south, I can recommend a great place to hit up for lunch in Iowa City. Hamburg Inn Number 2 is probably the best diner in the state, and has the Best Thing Ever : The Pie Shake, which is exactly what it sounds like, a milkshake made with a slice of pie. They also make french toast with flattened cinnamon rolls. God I love that place.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 11:59
|
|
|
This thread started interesting, but now...  
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 13:39
|
|
|
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad posted:Your address is still in the URL there m8 oops Buced myself E: just to be clear, I can't offer food, shelter or tools. Just storage space and an occasional helping hand. Dagen H fucked around with this message at 15:17 on Apr 30, 2016 |
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 14:24
|
|
|
C'mon, need updates!
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 15:46
|
|
|
CommieGIR posted:C'mon, need updates! Update: I have spousal permission, and ExplodingSims has my address for shipping quotes. That's all I got.
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 15:54
|
|
|
hail satan
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 16:21
|
|
|
Well, I threw up a page on Uship for shipping to Ohio. So now we wait. Unless any goons have or know someone with a large truck an trailer who're up for a road trip. I'll pay for gas!
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 16:56
|
|
|
If you truly round up 14 inch garbage dick and do this I will donate at least $50 to the effort
|
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 18:22
|
|
|
everdave posted:If you truly round up 14 inch garbage dick and do this I will donate at least $50 to the effort Seriously, start a gofundme and promise personalized post cards* and I'll give money. This thread went from cool thread to one of the best threads ever. I'm so excited to see everything go down. I wish this was happening out of California so I could be a part of it. If anyone buys an old truck/car/motorcycle/meth lab out of SoCal, I have room for storage and access to a full shop! *written like love letter from the great war El Jebus fucked around with this message at 18:31 on Apr 30, 2016 |
|
#
?
Apr 30, 2016 18:28
|
|
|
Well, a bit of progress has been made, I found a carrier who isn't like stupid expensive, so once I get this finalized we should get things rolling!
|
|
#
?
May 1, 2016 01:18
|
|
|
I hope you Sloppy Mechanics the thing and throw a 6.0 GM truck motor/4L80e in it then feed it 12+ lbs of boost with a big fuckoff turbo.
|
|
#
?
May 1, 2016 02:23
|
|
|
Stubby Bob it.
|
|
#
?
May 1, 2016 16:53
|
|
|
Just throwing this out there in case poo poo, but if Ohio doesn't work out you can have your truck shipped to my place out in northern Nebraska. I have a few tools but word of warning, it's all dirt, no crete.
|
|
#
?
May 1, 2016 18:37
|
|
|
djdanno13 posted:it's all dirt, no crete. All grass here
|
|
#
?
May 1, 2016 18:41
|
|
|
djdanno13 posted:Just throwing this out there in case poo poo, but if Ohio doesn't work out you can have your truck shipped to my place out in northern Nebraska. I have a few tools but word of warning, it's all dirt, no crete. Shoot me an email, that might be significantly cheaper. ExplodingSims2@gmail.com
|
|
#
?
May 1, 2016 18:42
|
|
|
Also this is a relevant video. https://youtu.be/ShKnsS9wsW4
|
|
#
?
May 1, 2016 19:21
|
|
|
ExplodingSims posted:that might be significantly cheaper. And it will significantly lengthen the drive home, allowing for more madcap misadventures! 
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 00:49
|
|
|
My thoughts are finding out what engine and trans are as close to a bolt in as possible to ensure a working clutch because gently caress all that work if we can't even get it to move after a motor swap.
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 01:07
|
|
|
Also very very serous those bias plies have to loving go.
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 01:08
|
|
|
10R22.5s on standard Budd wheels.
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 01:10
|
|
|
Oh yeah, new tires and rims are high on the agenda. Bias plies and split rims do not make for the good times.
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 01:14
|
|
|
https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t50.2886-16/13137557_234917533532923_488413986_n.mp4 I only have this to add.
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 01:55
|
|
|
I'd be down to GFM some cash to get DICK to Ohio.
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 02:17
|
|
|
|
| # ? Apr 20, 2024 01:45 |
|
|
Dagen H posted:10R22.5s on standard Budd wheels. I'd go 11R22.5s if they fit, or maybe a 19.5 otherwise. 10R22.5 is a great size if you like waiting on a backorder and only ever running XZEs. Were it me I'd keep the splits (Kumho even makes a 10.00R20 so you don't have to suffer the bias plies) but I'm one of 3 people I know who I trust 100% to work with them safely.
|
|
#
?
May 2, 2016 02:17
|
|
