Drive 14hrs to Ga? Sure, let me do some PMCS

[gimpyrobb]

Outstanding, you disconnected the axle and moved the truck.

Will you be my neighbor?

Its just easier that way. You don't have to worry about the wheels turning, don't have to worry about the pinion flipping over, pull the bolts that hold the leaf spring pins(then tap the pins out) and lift it up. The brake line and pitman arm were the only other things that needed disconnection. I was going to undo the U-bolts, but your not supposed to re-use them. Stretch mentioned doing it this way and it worked great. Should be interesting to see how hard it is to line everything up to put back. I will let you know tomorrow, I hope.

 

[bratpackdad]

Thats one of Crusher's neighbors Spencer. He just got off work and knew what I was doing. Stopped by for moral support and to let me know he had some "fuel" for me. Be careful, he is a member here, just doesn't own a truck... YET!

A member here?!? Boy howdy better get them hands out and get working! LOL ..

 

[Bill W]

Man
I want to be a wrecker owner...they have all the fun!

 

[docfarmall]

Hay Gimpy can we do a complete overhaul at the State Park next month.

 

[Stretch44875]

I don't remember being that messy about it! Would have used the M108 to swap out my axle, but it was the truck getting the axle swapped.

Even without a wrecker, it was a quick job. Just cribbed up the truck behind the rear spring hanger, with the axle just off the ground.

They make silicone one piece boots for the deuce, think chuck's trucks has them. I won't put the zipper style on my trucks. It's more work for the one piece, but they seal and install much better.

Dennis

 

[Srjeeper]

Sissy.....

All I know is Gimp is gettin soft!

A year or so ago he'd a done this on the left shoulder of I-75 in a blizzard at midnight.

Darn Sissy Kid...

 

[gimpyrobb]

Well, I got it done and drove out of Crusher's yard before dark! Kinda worn out though. Now I just need to empty a full deuce bed, Load a tote for fuel, pick up some trailers, Load the truck back up, OH I forgot to fix my bed side so my cargo cover won't fit, Load lots of stuff for the trip, and buy some socks. Not sure I will be prepared for this trip.Wish me luck.

 

[phil2968]

Way to go Gimpy!

 

[Recovry4x4]

I might be doing my boots at the rally, no time left! Working Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 14 hrs each day and leaving Tuesday night. Crap!

 

[docfarmall]

Oh wow you guys have all the fun

 

[Srjeeper]

I wonder....

Good Luck Gimpy, lord knows if anybody needs it, you usually do.

Just exactly what ya planned to top your Haspen misadventure?

Keep this stuff up and you just may end up with a show in Vegas.

"Gimpy Newton's Thrill Show & "Don't try this at home" Safety Seminar".

 

[swbradley1]

I might be doing my boots at the rally, no time left! Working Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 14 hrs each day and leaving Tuesday night. Crap!

If I make it down with Gimp I'll help if you have to do them.

sw

 

[TaylorTradingCo]

Bill W,

I have a wrecker for sale in north GA.

Derek Taylor

 

[TaylorTradingCo]

NOS parts

There will be a new vendor at the rally this year. His name is Kevin and he was at Camp Jordan this weekend. He has tons of NOS Deuce parts, I saw zipper boots, light bulbs, bearings, seals, filters, lights, gauges, switches, pioneer tools... I told him he would do well there.

Gimpy and anyone else coming down I-75 from up north, you are welcome to stop over at my place near Chattanooga if you need to stop midway for the night.

Derek Taylor

 

[Recovry4x4]

I might be doing my boots at the rally, no time left! Working Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 14 hrs each day and leaving Tuesday night. Crap!

Maybe not! I just did the right side of the truck. Solid silicone boots and repacked the bearings. Took me 95 minutes. The yellow boots are not attractive but the silicone should outlast the other crap. I still have loading to do as well. Crap!

 

[gimpyrobb]

Got my truck unloaded today, then re-loaded some other stuff, had a visitor stop by to drop off a springer seat, got some fuel and a trailer for Tim. Tomorrow I need to pack some MORE stuff. Pick up another trailer, do some laundry, and I'd really like to get some sleep. Might need to equip SW with a squirt gun full of ice water to keep me awake during the drive down.

 

[Recovry4x4]

Steve is coming down? Excellent!

 

[Dmaxcc6spd]

A member here?!? Boy howdy better get them hands out and get working! LOL ..

I guess the gloves are off. I may look clean from work - but I can turn wrenches with the best of them. Crusher and Gimpy can attest to that. I get plenty greasy - did two transmissions this year and have built 5 engines from the ground up. Granted, my vehicles may be smaller, but you know what they say about guys with big truicks!!!!

Beware, or I'll send my assistant to "work" on your truck!!! He's 5 but turns a wrench too!

 

[swbradley1]

Got my truck unloaded today, then re-loaded some other stuff, had a visitor stop by to drop off a springer seat, got some fuel and a trailer for Tim. Tomorrow I need to pack some MORE stuff. Pick up another trailer, do some laundry, and I'd really like to get some sleep. Might need to equip SW with a squirt gun full of ice water to keep me awake during the drive down.

I'm getting my cardiologist to give me an IV to fill up with Mountain Dew for your arm this morning.




Yes Kenny, unless something bad happens today at work my bags are almost packed.

sw

 

[clinto]

Yes Kenny, unless something bad happens today at work my bags are almost packed.

sw

So if something bad happens, you're gonna' be naked?

Please understand this is a family friendly affair.