Road Trip - Las Vegas to OKC

[Warthog]

Plans finally firming up.

Picking up my soon to be M1007 (M1029) from the National Park Service. 1990 3/4ton 4x4 Suburban, 350, manual 3sp, dual A/C. My 7K mile 6.2 will fit nicely.

My son and I are flying to Vegas on Jan 6th and heading back to OKC via I-40. Hopefully the weather doesn't kick in and close the interstate forcing me to take the I-10 southern route. That would send me thru Tucson and the airplane graveyard.

Not spending awhole lot of time, but looking for SS members along the way in case Mr Murphy tags along.

I want to thank Airbornebandsman for storing it for me.

Warthog

 

[Happyland1410]

Hi Warthog,

That looks like a fun new project!

Hopefully the weather will cooperate. I've been in some pretty good snow events on that stretch of I-40 and they didn't close it so we will think good thoughts for you.

It probably wouldn't help too much, but if you get back close to Oklahoma and need help give me a call.

If you survive TSA on the flight out, the rest of the trip should be smooth sailing

 

[Alredneck]

Have a safe trip! I am a lil to far east on I40. But you never know where I will be on a given day. Please check your PM box as I sent one a week or so ago!

 

[OEFISHER]

Anything this side of Amarillo I've got your back.

 

[Sirblissfull]

I am in Albuquerque give me a shout if you have amy problems in New Mexico.

 

[elkhunter]

Hi Warthog! I'm on standby in Bullhead City,AZ and Laughlin,NV 95 miles southeast of Las Vegas,NV if you need a place to stay. I PM'd you earlier of my offer. Be happy to help in anyway I can. elkhunter

 

[BBoomerBootCamp]

Just south of Flagstaff Az. P.M. me if you want any assistance or my phone numbers

 

[elkhunter]

Just south of Flagstaff Az. P.M. me if you want any assistance or my phone numbers

Hi BBomerBootcamp! Your close by. Sounds like Warthog has friends here.Heavy rain here and windy. Do you have snow yet? Are you going to the Military Vehicle Show in Phoenix Jan 22?

 

[BBoomerBootCamp]

Just left the in laws place in Oak Creek canyon, had about 6" of snow on the ground there, just a dusting here in Sedona. The tourist will be taking pictures out the driver side windows in the morning and crossing the center line like crazy. My father in law was told last nite not to park his 2wd grocery go getter f-250 in the lower lot at there condo, well he didn't listen and I could not drive it up the hill. I'll be loading my 4x4 up with a pallet of portland in the morning to put in his bed for traction, flat landers
As for the MV show, all I know is my daughter is playing in a soccer tournament in Phonics that weekend, the wife keeps me on a pretty short leash so........
Warthog, you should have smooth sailing on I-40, they keep it on there short list if there's any sign of weather. Good luck and call if I can be of help.

 

[Warthog]

Everyone, thanks for the offers. You never know how it will be with an unknown vehicle

 

[elkhunter]

Everyone, thanks for the offers. You never know how it will be with an unknown vehicle

Your welcome Warthog, I'll PM you with my phone number. Looks like you have help in Sedona too. Good luck and have a Happy New Year!

 

[Warthog]

my son wants to spend some time on the Vegas Strip. He mentioned doing this at the Stratosphere Hotel......



SkyJump Las Vegas - Jump off the Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel Casino

 

[Warthog]

Looks like the weather will cooperate this week. The trip should be between snow storms.

Shipping out some spare parts and tools ahead of the trip. Don't want the TSA to get too friendly.

 

[elkhunter]

Standing by

Looks like the weather will cooperate this week. The trip should be between snow storms.

Shipping out some spare parts and tools ahead of the trip. Don't want the TSA to get too friendly.

Good luck Warthog, I have some tools,air compressor,battery charger, generator,towstrap,jumper cables, etc if you need them. Keep in touch. elk

 

[elkhunter]

Weather in Las Vegas

Good luck Warthog, I have some tools,air compressor,battery charger, generator,towstrap,jumper cables, etc if you need them. Keep in touch. elk

Warthog, Just for your info the lower hills just outside of las Vegas had snow on them this morning and Henderson which is higher and southeast of Vegas. Pahrump,NV which is approximately 40 or so miles southwest of Vegas had 6" of snow this morning. The low in Vegas was 32. Make sure you bring some winter jackets,etc. Just a suggestion. later elkhunter

 

[Warthog]

Meeting up with Airbornbandsman at the Vegas airport tomorrow. Picking up the Suburban at Nellis AFB and then meeting Choll at the Autozone to troubleshoot his CUCV charging problem. Anyone else need some CUCV electrical advice/assistance while i'm there?....LOL

The weather looks like it will cooperate until I get back to the Texas.Oklahoma area.

I'm hoping Gimpy, Westy and Westy's wife make it thru Oklahoma before I head out.

 

[elkhunter]

Meeting up with Airbornbandsman at the Vegas airport tomorrow. Picking up the Suburban at Nellis AFB and then meeting Choll at the Autozone to troubleshoot his CUCV charging problem. Anyone else need some CUCV electrical advice/assistance while i'm there?....LOL

The weather looks like it will cooperate until I get back to the Texas.Oklahoma area.

I'm hoping Gimpy, Westy and Westy's wife make it thru Oklahoma before I head out.

Hey Warthog! Hope you are going by way of Laughlin on the way home. If assistance is required feel free to call or email me. Rest and refreshments available here. Have a safe journey in any event. Have a good day. elkhunter

 

[Warthog]

Heading to the airport.
Thanks everyone for the standy support along the route.

Pictures to follow.

I was hoping that Gimp and Westy would make before I left but no such luck. I'm sure my trip won't be as exciting as thiers........

 

[elkhunter]

Your wecome Warthog! Sorry I didn't get to meet you. Have a good one.

 

[Barrman]

Warthog called around 1700 my time with an update. They were in the truck and crossing Hoover Dam. It runs fine and seems to be happy around 55-60 mph. More than that and the front end feels not so nice and a few shakes and rattles show up.

The clutch has to be all the way to the floor and barely lets the shifter to be operated. He is confident it will make it home and isn't going to mess with trying to adjust it.

They plan for Kingman or Flaggstaff tonight with a Grand Canyon side tour tomorrow and then heading straight down I-40 to OKC.