ComancheKid45 Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 The snow is heavy around my place here already about 7" on the ground and still falling....I'm expecting Robs arrival between now and 6pm this evening, I'm sure the highways are a mess. Ill keep you updated if he doesnt himself :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 So so nervous. I put 40 miles on the truck/trailer combo running errands this evening, and every creek, squeak, and rumble is still putting me on edge. I remember that feeling as I headed to moab (wishing that I had been able to borrow a trailer and tow truck). I'm sure you'll be fine. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylerJY Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 Drive safe Rob! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted October 30, 2011 Author Share Posted October 30, 2011 Whew, what a drive. Pretty smooth for the most part. I have to say that IL really needs to get this ticket toll thing. Only stopping when you get on and off is the way to go. The truck towed great, very smooth, manageable. 11.8 MPG average. Not the best, but ok. Stopped once in IN for fuel, once in PA. Snow as soon as we got into PA. BJ warned me, but I didn't believe him. Boy was there snow. Just in time for this flatlander to start carving the hills. GPS led us astray for a bit, but we got back on in the right place. Finally got in to BJ's about 6:00 pm. Could not have been greeted by more gracious hosts. Home cooked meal with ham, potatoes and beer, all with the warm fire place going. Amazing family. Yet another reason being a Comanche club member is where its at. More updates and pics once I get on the computer. Rob :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knever3 Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 What a nice story thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btm24 Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 Good luck out there :popcorn: Brandon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComancheKid45 Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 The 92 has safetly arrived :D It has a bright future here in Pennsylvania.....Rob hit the road just after 12:00pm est time here on his way to Virginia, He's more than pumped to get that Diesel. I'm sure he'll chime in with details as it all unfolds.....What a classy guy is all I can say ;) and I gotta give props to Angela as well for sticking right beside him through their journey :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejndssn Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 do you know if he intends to head back to Ill once having made the pick up. I have to travel. I offered should a safe haven for the truck should he needs too and i suspect that he'll make way once he makes the pickup. I suspect he'll head back after the pickup, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComancheKid45 Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 He has this comig week off from work. After he gets the 86, him and Angela plan on making a vacation out of the trip home, visiting some things and just taking their time on the trip back,...probably won't be home till later in the week i supposse ;) My Uncle came and picked up the 92 tonight, he was absolutly flattered and I will be keeping tabs on his progress with it and keep you guys posted :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89eliminator Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 My Uncle came and picked up the 92 tonight, he was absolutly flattered and I will be keeping tabs on his progress with it and keep you guys posted :cheers: i will be watching closely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500 MJ Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 My Uncle came and picked up the 92 tonight, he was absolutly flattered and I will be keeping tabs on his progress with it and keep you guys posted :cheers: i will be watching closely. Bet you feel like a proud Papa.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejndssn Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 He has this comig week off from work. After he gets the 86, him and Angela plan on making a vacation out of the trip home, visiting some things and just taking their time on the trip back,...probably won't be home till later in the week i supposse ;) :cheers: cool sometimes the spanglish gets the best of me :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted October 31, 2011 Author Share Posted October 31, 2011 Life is good guys. We made it down here all in one piece. We are currently at a hotel in Virginia Beach. To my left is a balcony over looking the ocean. Angela is overjoyed. She's getting up early tomorrow morning to watch the sun rise over the water. Just finished with a pizza and uncorked a bottle we had saved for when we got down here. The diesel is in good, but warn shape. It shakes like a son of a... at low idle, but off idle, runs great. Needs some TLC for sure. Tach goes backwards, I didn't run it enough to see boost pressure, just happy to have it. I took a shot of the truck before we got it on the trailer, and one really bad one of it at the hotel with the Hilton in the background. Boy do I stick out like a sore thumb. :D I'll have more of a story and pics when I get home the end of this week. I'll keep the beast fed with small updates and pics here and there though. I won't leave you guys hanging. Rob :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue88Comanche Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 looks good so far :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neohic Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 ... just noticed the license plate. Awesome to the max. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted November 1, 2011 Author Share Posted November 1, 2011 Did you notice the thing on the end of the antenna? Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neohic Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I did! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backroads Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Lol at the mini disco ball! Pride and joy right there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted November 1, 2011 Author Share Posted November 1, 2011 Another teaser pic for those who have never oogled a diesel MJ... Where did the voltmeter go? Rob :brows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Wild guess. P/o the turbo boost gauge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue88Comanche Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 :drool: I want one soooo bad now :drool: :brows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted November 1, 2011 Author Share Posted November 1, 2011 Wild guess. P/o the turbo boost gauge. As in previous owner? Heck no. That boost gauge is all factory baby. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeepcoMJ Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Seen it. Lol looks nice can't wait to see it in person. My dad is excited to see another one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neohic Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I tell ya... that license plate. Can't help but change the lyrics to "Disco Duck" in my head. DJZn4z2F2XI&NR=1 "Disco... disco TRUCK! Disco... disco TRUCK!" Another job well done. Thanks you, Rick Dees... thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Automan2164 Posted November 1, 2011 Author Share Posted November 1, 2011 Seen it. Lol looks nice can't wait to see it in person. My dad is excited to see another one. I'll probably give you a ring on the way home. It doesn't run good enough to drive... Think your pops would be down for a house call? It needs some TLC, it would be cool to learn from the master. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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