Wow, this feedback definately puts things in perspective. Although, the thought of the adventure of it all adds that element to a long recovery trip. However, if you're worried about funds then buying local or shipping is probably the way to go. Too many issues Mr. Murphy can throw your way. Then again you could have an outstanding adventure trip to share It all depends on how much risk you're willing to take
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Mike
God Bless America
John 3:16
1988 M109A3 w/w,VIC1,VRC12,AOM "For God & Country"
1988 M35A2C w/w,VIC1,VRC12,AOM "The Trinity"
1968 M35A2 w/w,VIC1,VRC12 "Exodus"
1983 AM General M923, RRAD, VIC1 "JY"
1987 M105A2
1985 M105A2 (Expedition Trailer Project)
1967 M105A2 (Storage Unit for now)
1978 PU-650B/G 60kw Gen/M200a1 "The Brick"
M939/M923/M925/M931 Winter/Cold Weather Masks FOR SALE http://www.steelsoldiers.com/parts-sale/83303-m939-m923-m931-m925-winter-cold-weather-masks-new.html
I say find a truck you like, have someone in the area look it over, and buy. Then fly out, and drive it. You mileage will suck, you butt will hurt, and you may go poor, but it will be a once in a life time trip that you can tell the youngins.
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1985 Chevy C20 350 4-Bolt (10-19-1985 to 11-18-2010)
I was Hit by A Semi, and Drove Away!
PATRACY: So I eventually had diesel dripping from the passenger windsheild wiper.
WM: Awesome like a pawsome.
Papabear: i always suspected, but after the young woman that came into the terminal today...with her Girlfriend...i realized i am a lesbian
I thank Those who have served, Those who are serving, and Those who will serve.
Yeah just ship it. at $2 a mile you will win in the long run. By the cost of plane tickets are ridiculous anyways. Plus dealing with the TSA. You might get detained over a crescent wrench! I will be moving from Montana to Tennessee in the spring. Towing a trailer behind my 5 ton. I AM NOT LOOKING FORWARD TO IT. I can suggest if you do drive it, please post on here your start from location, and the route you will be taking so if something happens people can give you their contact information in case of break down. I plan on doing that and perhaps meeting new members along the way and put a name with a face.
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1962 M-61A2 - Had an LDS. Working on getting a DT466 installed with Allison MD3560P and lockers
That is a very good idea Simp- line up some help ahead of time if needed when you go thru an area where some other members and sympathetic folks might be.
I turn 6.5 MPG with 30k on the ground in my 814. Bare bones you might make 7, if you are real good with the throttle. You WON"T RUN 55, at least not for long. My 250 likes 2000-2100 RPM, will turn it all day long. That works out to 49-51 MPH. Any thing above 2100, and Mr. Cummins starts to complain. I also figure a tank of fuel at 360 miles. Any more than that, and you are pushing your luck. Make sure you also have a mark I fuel sending unit.
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John Parker, in Aiken SC
M814 WO/W " Long Easy"
2006 Pontiac GTO Dead on Arrival
1996 3/4 ton Chevy extended cab, long bed PU
I THOUGHT I HAD MADE A MISTAKE, BUT I WAS WRONG
I drove MY M813A1 to FT Drum and back last june, I averaged about 45 - 50 MPH, and my fuel milage calculated out to 7.3 MPG.
It was about 340 miles each way, and that really is enough seat time for one day.
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Scott
1971 M813A1 w/w
1971 M35A2 W/W C turbo
1971 M35A2 D Turbo ( sold)
1970 M35A2 C Turbo
1970 M35A2 D Turbo (sold)
1987 M105A2
1988 PU 794/G on a M200A1
1987 M105A2 www.thestonemasterofnj.com
It all depends on how much risk you're willing to take
