2011 Ga Rally Florida Convoy thread

[steve6x6x6]

We bypass the scales and ag inspection at the line. We are not commercial trucks so we don't stop. Are you going to join us?

I am going to do my best, my truck is still in Kansas, they maybe done the end of this week. Trucks do not have to be commcercial only, i have seen DOT and troopers run down enclosed trucks and trailers to ask ( and be inspected)why they did not stop at the scale house.

 

[pctrans]

In all my trucking years, I have never seen them pull over a military vehicle. I never pull through them while driving my green stuff. Of course, most my vehicles retain "the look". If they saw a red camo or something strange, it might raise an eyebrow..

 

[steve6x6x6]

In all my trucking years, I have never seen them pull over a military vehicle. I never pull through them while driving my green stuff. Of course, most my vehicles retain "the look". If they saw a red camo or something strange, it might raise an eyebrow..

I love driving by every scale when i can, but when in the F650 with dot # on the side and the log book on the seat and a load on the trailer i have no choose.

 

[Recovry4x4]

Studying the maps it looks like 387 miles from Wildwood to Durhamtown. Is there anyone that can't squeak out 200 miles before fuel? I'm probably closest driving a CUCV with a 20 gallon tank. I'll improvise. There is a Pilot truck stop at exit 60 in GA. That's 203 miles from Wildwood. Would this be an acceptable fuel stop? If possible I would rather avoid the half dozen fuel stops we had last year. From Macon we will take 129 to 44 and 44 right up through Greensboro. On 44 just north of I-20 there are a couple of gas stations including a BP that sells diesel (just called). Would this make an acceptable stop for a final fuel stop so we arrive with nearly full fuel tanks? Last year I almost missed getting my cabin, rather not go through that again if possible. If this is acceptable I will try to print up some maps highlighting this route in the event we get separated. What say the masses.

 

[phil2968]

I think most of us can make it. We made it 200 miles pulling the 109 back in the summer. I think the M35 with 11.00's may get better, I hope. I agree with the less stops than last year.

 

[usmctopgun]

Anybody coming from or thru St Cloud?

 

[73m819]

How many trucks are in the convoy now

 

[Recovry4x4]

5 right now. Stonepicker1 could be 6 if he can pull it off. Make that 7, Stonepicker is planning on bringing 2 truck.

 

[Stonepicker1]

5 right now. Stonepicker1 could be 6 if he can pull it off. Make that 7, Stonepicker is planning on bringing 2 truck.

And a 20ft gooseneck trailer...lol

 

[Recovry4x4]

And a 20ft gooseneck trailer...lol

AKA stretcher! LOL

 

[ODDBALL007]

Studying the maps it looks like 387 miles from Wildwood to Durhamtown. Is there anyone that can't squeak out 200 miles before fuel? I'm probably closest driving a CUCV with a 20 gallon tank. I'll improvise. There is a Pilot truck stop at exit 60 in GA. That's 203 miles from Wildwood. Would this be an acceptable fuel stop? If possible I would rather avoid the half dozen fuel stops we had last year. From Macon we will take 129 to 44 and 44 right up through Greensboro. On 44 just north of I-20 there are a couple of gas stations including a BP that sells diesel (just called). Would this make an acceptable stop for a final fuel stop so we arrive with nearly full fuel tanks? Last year I almost missed getting my cabin, rather not go through that again if possible. If this is acceptable I will try to print up some maps highlighting this route in the event we get separated. What say the masses.

Hey kenny I just bought 2 peltor procomm plus headsets. This way razor and I will have communications and I wanted to se if we can sink into yours? By the way the directions seem fine for me

 

[RAYZER]

I'm working hard to get every thing done in time,cutting it close!
I will be pulling the m146 with the deuce tractor if I have enough time to do the maintenance,if not,i have provisions to barrow a m818 but I really want to roll with the ugly deuce.
I hope yall can keep up!

 

[flyusn99]

I-95 Convoy

There are two of us coming up from Jacksonville on Thursday morning. Anyone else coming up that way? We'll be in an M35A2C and an M923 if anyone wants to join.

James

 

[Recovry4x4]

Hey kenny I just bought 2 peltor procomm plus headsets. This way razor and I will have communications and I wanted to se if we can sink into yours? By the way the directions seem fine for me

I'll have 3 or 4 with me!

 

[panic_button]

Is anyone heading up to the rally that is with in 150 mile of Pensacola/Ft walton area? I need an ASK kit for a generator brought back, but have to work... Willing to pay with Beer or $.

Thanks

 

[panzerwillie]

Hope to finish my M1009 and i can make it there by early wensday to join you guys, whats going to be the departure time out of wildwood on the AM thx

 

[phil2968]

8am! Be there at least by 7:30 to get fuel and meet and greet. We need to be rolling out at 8! We got to Durham way to late last year. Don't want to do that again. Hook up with Kenny if you can!

 

[panzerwillie]

Ok great lets see if i get it all done this weekend, this is next weeks wensday correct , may roll to orlando tuesday nite and stay at a friends to make sure im there on time. its a good 4hrs from miami or more
thx

 

[phil2968]

Yup, wednesday the 19th. Glad your coming.

 

[Tow4]

Hey Phil,

Just an update. I'm making the Georgia Rally the last stop on my vacation so I won't be convoying up this year. I already have my camp site reserved and will be arriving at Durham Town Wednesday afternoon.

See you guys there. Have a safe trip.