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finally found time to finish the frame of the gully. Next it welding sheet metal, and ordering the 0.080" aluminum panels for all the doors. All piano wire hinges have #4-40 threaded holes in the frame. Size of the door panels is written on...

Our goal was to double the contribution we made last year to the ALS, which I honestly didn’t think was doable. I was wrong …. We netted just shy of $8,300.00, which for a small to moderate event like ours, was remarkable. 👍

Fading summer driving a 79 and it flys.

Saw this awesome 1986 4 door imported 4x4 truck at baseball this past weekend. It was beautiful!

Ah poop, a friend wasn't able to find the part number. When Toyota runs out , Ill be here. Mine might be cheaper and faster too.

This might be a rant thread but I will say this. I consider myself a pretty lucky guy to be part of this group. Where we don’t have to agree with each other but we still treat each other with respect - most of the time. Hahaha, just kidding.

Bolt pattern: absolutely yes. Tie rod /caliper clearance: If they are disk brake 15" steelies, yes.

It is 32" wide. I don't need any metal under the cabinets. The build will be similar to my 80. All metal construction. Frames are 1/2" square steel. Cheap and light. All you need is a welder and a grinder to hide your ugly welds. Galley on...

THE GOOD NEWS….. 😁 After crunching the numbers, the event produced just shy of $8,300.00 which was approximately double the amount from last year. None of this would have been possible without the companies and individuals that donated...

On my way home this morning, after visiting a granddaughter near Nashville, I got a strong whiff of gear oil and somewhat panicked knowing I had another 8-9 hours to go to reach home. I calmed down when I saw the origin of the smell. 😁

Yep. That's why I said ".....but that's not uncommon when people debate highly sensitive/controversial topics." I certainly have my opinions on whether some individuals or groups play much faster and much looser with the facts than others, but...

I think what has people on both sides of the political isle and most assuredly those of us in the middle miffed about Charlie Kirk's assassination is that no matter his views, he was out there talking with kids trying to get them to see other...

Clearly true, but it also very true that almost every group or individual in the political / social agenda realm are guilty of being fast & loose with the facts. In fact, some have demonstrated that warp speed is possible when abusing facts...

Very well said, Ramon. I strongly agree with all of that, with the only exception being that I will mention that much of Charlie's statistical data wasn't exactly......hmm, let's say....verifiably accurate, or at least was extremely...

I actually thought Charlie brought a LOT of statistical data and history to the debates, way beyond anecdotal evidence. He did base a lot of his ideology on conservative Christian beliefs, which is non-starter for some, but he wore that on his...

Great event. Thanks to Red Hills, Appalachia, Charles, Sam, Rob, Kim, John, Julie for your hard work and hospitality in making this event a success and a fitting tribute to Peter. Clearly, tremendous thanks are due to such an outstanding team...

Anyone who wants can send me an email to wardharris@mac.com

A couple of shots from the 70 Series Meet-n-Greet at Windrock this weekend.

Uploaded the handful of pictures that I did take. Clearly from what has been posted here, others took much better pictures than I did Will there be a different link allow viewing of the pictures after uploading? Thanks

Juan Great wheeling with you on Saturday. I hope your drive home was uneventful. It was very nice to meet your bride. I hope we made a good impression. (i.e., one bad leaf spring didn't ruin her first impression of the event or crew)

Current status of the GMC.

I stopped working on the truck for a while after I tried and failed pulling/beating out a dent in the drivers door with my stud welder. I also got a bit discouraged by all of the shapes required to put the various pieces of the inner fender/body...

All of the photos are great, however photo #2 is the "money shot" in my opinion.

It's great having your club on-board as a co-host for this event. 😀