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The question is, will Rian get arrested this time?
A gentleman his age, Kelly, wandering hands....you know what I'm saying?
PMSLMFAO
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A testament to you that people the world over are prepared to help you out like this and make things happen.
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If it means more Kelly pics then I'm in.
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jamesd1972
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YOLO or some other meaningless thing, but I don't think you need us lot to say Do it, your own mind is doing that.
Epic, hope it works out for you.
James
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You've got a good network of friends out there. Like before I look forward to the build and the road trip.
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You've got a good network of friends out there. Like before I look forward to the build and the road trip. Really good to see you here mate. PS. Thanks. |
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There was a disturbance in the Force. Did someone say Kelly?
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May 10, 2022 18:01:37 GMT
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You're planning another road trip, excellent news. Next trip…….. Always in my mind when I get back, when the next one will happen. Covid screwed it up a bit, so the travel money plus some more was spent on building the Rezin Rockit in the mean time. We have another company restructure happening in June so who knows, I may be unemployed this time, thankfully survived the previous one.
ROAD TRIP ANYONE
I have seen this for sale in Colorado And been thinking, buying it and getting it to Missouri to Dennis’s place. Insuring and ownership on his name, and I then pay him for the insurance and become the named driver. Should extend my road trip potential. A Big Block chevy C30 dually under there, 41k miles done. And $1000.00 Colorado Dollars plus shipping to Missouri. Opinions? Agent Orange anyone.   Specifications.   Can you smell the dust and brown interior.        Is there any mileage in this hare brained idea? Pulled onto the next page to remind myself of all the reasons not to do this. Well it seems the next adventure begins … Yup. Floats my boat Grizz, what’s not to like? 🥳 Thanks buddy, I agree. Oh hell yes, all the makings of another Grizz epic tale. Bookmarked and in for the long haul. Thanks mate, hopefully the long haul stays pleasant. The question is, will Rian get arrested this time? A gentleman his age, Kelly, wandering hands....you know what I'm saying? PMSLMFAO 😁 Hell, driving a mobile meth lab along,America’s highways and byways would be looking for at least a tazer or the clinking of cuffs. Kelly has to be retired from the game, possibly just a guest appearance, but there has to be some understudies to draw into service for all of us. I think the reason Kelly gave us such great service since 2016 is because she knows she is safe with me, honestly. A testament to you that people the world over are prepared to help you out like this and make things happen. Thank you. To be honest, I have done similar for people before. So Karma has a hand in it all. If it means more Kelly pics then I'm in. Hmmmmmmm of course. In the camper? YOLO or some other meaningless thing, but I don't think you need us lot to say Do it, your own mind is doing that. Epic, hope it works out for you. James I hope it all comes together too. And yes, I want to. Got to. You've got a good network of friends out there. Like before I look forward to the build and the road trip. I agree, and hopefully I offer the same in return. I am hoping for not a lot of build and more beer. There was a disturbance in the Force. Did someone say Kelly? Some may have mentioned the name……….. Funny, there was also this interloper tonight.... |
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May 10, 2022 18:07:39 GMT
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Message sent.
Afternoon Steve,
That orange G30 ‘76 Chevy camper you have.
Do you know much about it?
I need to drive it to St Louis, Missouri, or have it trailered if not at all safe to hit the road.
There are various ways of doing it.
BUT as you have warned me away before when I was interested in that Winnebago, I would also be very happy to take your advice.
I usually come to the USA for three weeks every year and have access to all sorts of cars and trucks at Dennis Jones’ place in St Louis, but the idea of buying and driving something stupid like this, leaving it in the USA and then using it again the next year, does appeal.
We know these things are nearly 50 years old, so stuff can be very worn, old and unreliable, but some 50 year old cars are well kept and would be happy to just keep going.
So I guess asking your opinion or knowledge on this is what I need.
Thanks
Rian in London, England (well, Rochester, Kent really)
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May 10, 2022 18:36:04 GMT
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Good man! I’m sure we all wish/hope/need for this to be minimal hassle and maximum fun … 🙂
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Last Edit: May 15, 2022 7:31:00 GMT by westbay
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So it has turned out that there are a few people who really wanted to see Napalm Nellie as baptised by Paul Y rolling down Route 66 and others looking for interesting cars, trucks and life in general in the 🇺🇸 A few screenshots from chats with Dennis and JB Math again confirmed that like akku experienced, there are helpful people out there. Needs to be read in sequence.       Speaking with Dennis yesterday it turns out there is no title for the camper. So I think this plan will be shelved. And confirmed by JB Math as well.  So for now, it seems Napalm Nellie has to be put to the side. Something else will surely pop up. Who knows. |
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May 17, 2022 13:39:23 GMT
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Was thinking $1k was a bit steep for tyres until I realised there are 6 of them They are propbably also 16.5" like mine were on my '78 and those buggers are hard to get and pricey when you do. |
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Speaking with Dennis yesterday it turns out there is no title for the camper. So I think this plan will be shelved. Deja vu? But google the "Vermont Title Loophole".... You need a cooperative seller to work it but sounds like you have one, possibly. |
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May 26, 2022 16:43:43 GMT
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Was thinking $1k was a bit steep for tyres until I realised there are 6 of them Was thinking $1k was a bit steep for tyres until I realised there are 6 of them They are propbably also 16.5" like mine were on my '78 and those buggers are hard to get and pricey when you do. Speaking with Dennis yesterday it turns out there is no title for the camper. So I think this plan will be shelved. Deja vu? But google the "Vermont Title Loophole".... You need a cooperative seller to work it but sounds like you have one, possibly. I have decided to step away from the camper, though it is hugely tempting, but I don’t want to be stuck trying to get a title etc when time is limited. Also, working on getting it on the road and roadworthy is not ideal on a short break. And there are other alternatives like a Kubota and a John Deere tractor to head on down to Route 66 on. Just been chatting with Dennis and akku replied too…….. grizz I've no idea. Ticket prices seem to be up and down all over. Jiggling a few days either way seems to sometimes affect the prices quite a lot, or going a week earlier or later. Obviously avoid peak school holidays, etc. and special events in either UK or US (like thanksgiving or 4th July whatever) Just play with Skyscanner / Expedia whatever and see how it shapes up. I think my tickets were like £460 but the swine then said that didn't include hold baggage! BA is becoming EasyJet... I paid £50 for my return home bag but I took a seat upgrade with free bags on the way out as they made me a nice offer  Also be aware BA have told me "car and motorcycle parts" are prohibited items in hold baggage now... So a bunch of stuff ended up coming home in the boot of the LTD. Hopefully it all makes it here OK... You are right, prices are erratic. Agreed, they become sneaky. I was just chatting with Dennis. Then went onto Google for direct flights to St Louis, However, not available. At £683.00 though, I am going. BUT…… The price is cheaper right now, were I to buy (got to sort a new passport and ESTA visa) than in 2019 when I went.  |
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May 29, 2022 20:16:19 GMT
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I need prayers too……….. Did the DIY renewal of my passport after about 50 photos and 9 submissions failed the test. I eventually submitted a 50% liable for success photo.  Lets hope HM Customs etc, approve of the pic I submitted. |
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May 30, 2022 12:10:36 GMT
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Will they not issue title with a notarized bill of sale or is that something that varies state to state.
TBH it seems a bargain for $1000 even if you have to mess to get title - if the camper shell isn't hideously rotten.
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May 30, 2022 12:41:18 GMT
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Will they not issue title with a notarized bill of sale or is that something that varies state to state. TBH it seems a bargain for $1000 even if you have to mess to get title - if the camper shell isn't hideously rotten. Having spoken to Dennis and JB it seems it could be a real pain. I decided that sometimes common sense trumps valor/valour. It has had roof repairs where one assumes it hit a tree or something low. I am not bothered as my travel season is late summer and more dry than not. I would still love to own and use it. But advice against it made sense. |
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grizz where did y'all manage to spot this particular rolling violation for sale please, I've been looking but obviously in all the wrong places..
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grizz where did y'all manage to spot this particular rolling violation for sale please, I've been looking but obviously in all the wrong places.. PM sent. Hope you got hold of Steve. He has loads of interesting stuff come and go. Also……. Looks like.  |
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