Pete M Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 I'll update the map and schedule as I figure things out. so this is my tentative schedule. My goals are to see as many members as I can, stay in CO long enough to get some work done for Katie (Jim Oshell's widow), then head to Michigan to see my family, and then head back towards GA. so far we have a meetup in Wisconsin (has its own thread in the Pub) and I'd love to have a huge CC presence to show up at Katie's on Sept 6th or 7th to help with a couple of big projects she can't handle on her own. It's a complicated plan (as per usually for me ), but should be a blast if I can iron out the details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustyballer16 Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 O ya,....completely avoid indiana. We see how it is!Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minuit Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 And I thought Pennsylvania and back was a hike... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manche757 Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 WV has some world class white water. The Gauley river has been rated one of the 10 best in the world. Dam release and the dams open in Sept and close early Oct. Looks like you will be going through at best time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 29, 2019 Author Share Posted July 29, 2019 59 minutes ago, krustyballer16 said: O ya,....completely avoid indiana. We see how it is! Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk I'm actually hoping to hit up you, Will or Ron, but that particular leg of the trip starts to get cramped as I need to be in Michigan for maybe a week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustyballer16 Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 Ron is closest to your route, I'm furthest out of the way... Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 29, 2019 Author Share Posted July 29, 2019 maybe a joint mini-gettogether in in order? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dzimm Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 Finally a trip coming through central Iowa! Your route is within 5 or so miles of my house. If you have time to swing by I'd love to have you over, if even for a few minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 29, 2019 Author Share Posted July 29, 2019 well that's certainly close enough to add to the map on a side note, google is starting to make this difficult as they have a cap on teh number of locations I can add. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13 Legion Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 I’m in on the Illinois or Indiana stops if I’m not working! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dzimm Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 42 minutes ago, Pete M said: well that's certainly close enough to add to the map on a side note, google is starting to make this difficult as they have a cap on the number of locations I can add. Honestly it would probably only add a mile or two to the actual driving, you would cut down a county highway to I-80 rather than continue the southwestern path into Des Moines. PM me if you plan on stopping and we can sort details. Edit: JMO413 is about an hour and 45 minutes from me, we've talked about meeting up before, this could be a good excuse to finally Meetup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMO413 Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 28 minutes ago, Dzimm said: Honestly it would probably only add a mile or two to the actual driving, you would cut down a county highway to I-80 rather than continue the southwestern path into Des Moines. PM me if you plan on stopping and we can sort details. Edit: JMO413 is about an hour and 45 minutes from me, we've talked about meeting up before, this could be a good excuse to finally Meetup. Let me know a date I will see what I can do. I finally believe my truck will make it there and back in one piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJXJjeepguy Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 Alot of driving for sure but will be greatest story to tell!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 29, 2019 Author Share Posted July 29, 2019 I've done it in twice before to visit Jim, but this time I'm trying to make more stops to meet more people (and break up the drive a bit). and this time I'll have cruise control and no howling bearings or rusty driveshafts that vibrate when over 65mph! (no I haven't yet fixed the Liberty, I'm borrowing my folk's Durango R/T while they are on their trip overseas ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjeff87 Posted July 29, 2019 Share Posted July 29, 2019 I see your return trip is taking you "relatively" close to me. As in, at least you are in the same state as I am . VA is a looooooonnnng state, width-wise, lol. Are you going down I77 thru Bluefield? If you make it a bit further east for some reason, any reason, we could meet up. Right now you're gonna be about a good 4-5 hours away. Heh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 29, 2019 Author Share Posted July 29, 2019 I won't be able to catch everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustyballer16 Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 Gosh, why does everyone wanna meet Pete? Great guy! One of my favorite members!Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schardein Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 Looks like you will be within an hour of my house as you head across Missouri to Springfield. You are welcome to stop by if it fits your schedule. Sending PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 30, 2019 Author Share Posted July 30, 2019 19 hours ago, Manche757 said: WV has some world class white water. The Gauley river has been rated one of the 10 best in the world. Dam release and the dams open in Sept and close early Oct. Looks like you will be going through at best time. I've been down the Gauley! not looking for that level of excitement on this trip though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 30, 2019 Author Share Posted July 30, 2019 ok, so here's a small glimpse into what it's like to be me... I've forgotten who was in Jefferson City MO. It's clearly on the map, but I can't find the reason why. This is what I get for starting the thread before starting my excel spreadsheet that retains the info (because lord knows my brain won't retain a damn thing). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dzimm Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 Interesting, your updated map has you coming down I35 instead of HWY65, pushing it to about a 20 minute leg over to me. after looking at it, I'm not sure why it had you coming down 65 in the first place, it's way faster (la Crosse to Colfax) with the new route. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 30, 2019 Author Share Posted July 30, 2019 don't pay that much attention to the exact route. it'll no doubt change many more times in the coming weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89 MJ Posted July 30, 2019 Share Posted July 30, 2019 1 hour ago, Pete M said: don't pay that much attention to the exact route. it'll no doubt change many more times in the coming weeks. Aright, it doesn’t matter to me where the WI one is. I’d almost prefer PDC, I’ve never really been there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted August 8, 2019 Author Share Posted August 8, 2019 map has been updated with some tentative days. red dots are known PowWows where anyone can come. other days are not yet open to everyone (but that can definitely change as the trip gets closer) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saveevryjp1998 Posted August 8, 2019 Share Posted August 8, 2019 I can't keep up with Pete. He runs circles around me in junkyards. I talk roo much. I think I'd be up for a trip to Ron's and Brandon can ride with me if he wants. He played chauffeur for me last time. We probably will be a little limited on room for parts. We probably should ask him though before organising a meet at his place. I'm game though if it helps Pete and more members have an opportunity along the way. The Chicago guys have about the same drive there as the Indy guys. I'm sure a few of those groups could car pool as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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