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Airhog1 · 07-20-2007, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by juel

Well, Bob has been sent to North Carolina until after Thanksgiving to build a 60,000 sq ft store. I think I can get the Argosy ready and out of the lake property; however, I'm not certain I want to make the trip alone. I DON'T BACK EITHER. I wonder if I can make it to Branson on one tank of gas.....hum.....this will take some thought.

Hey Juel,

If you can get it there...one of us can back it in!!!

G

soldiermedic · 07-22-2007, 10:24 AM

Will I make it to my own rally?

Only the cards can tell. The shop with the GT sold it out from under me over the weekend after giving me his word he would sell it to me. Trailers that I can tow are slim pickings right now, and I may not have one by rally time.

Not too happy about this.

Steve

nohillgrish · 07-22-2007, 07:29 PM

Steve,
An absolute bummer!!!!!!!!!!!! I sense you're pretty tenacious though. My money's on you having another by October. Best of luck in your search.

Jaxon · 07-22-2007, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by soldiermedic

Will I make it to my own rally?
Trailers that I can tow are slim pickings right now, and I may not have one by rally time. Steve

Steve,
What are you looking for & price range? We can keep our eyes open and send you info/links.

soldiermedic · 07-22-2007, 07:47 PM

Jax,

I am looking for a restored vintage unit. Price range is around $20,000.

Thanks for the thoughts and encouragement....I hope I can find it soon.

Steve

**jcanavera** · 07-25-2007, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by soldiermedic

Jax,

I am looking for a restored vintage unit. Price range is around $20,000.

Thanks for the thoughts and encouragement....I hope I can find it soon.

Steve

Steve, I assume you've left word with the local dealer up here in STL to watch for a trade in? They would give you a call if something interesting comes in. I did that initially prior to buying my Classic new.

Jack

Alumatube · 07-25-2007, 10:23 AM

Oh, no, Steve! I missed it! What happened to your beautiful custom trailer?

And I am SO sorry about those jerks selling the recent one out from under you.

Susan

soldiermedic · 07-25-2007, 04:22 PM

Jack,

Havent talked with B.T. yet, but they won't likely get in an older unit that is small enough for me to tow with a v-6 trailblazer.

Susan,

The caravanner was nice, but with no AC or LP service, it was going to make camping more difficult, and much less comfortable that we had hoped for. For Missouri heat, AC is a must, and propane is nice for cooking when it isn't nice outside.

I had a trailer picked out, and was promised it, but it was sold out from under me a week before I was to go pick it up (6 days actually).

I could go new, but they just don't make them like they used to, and the OSB floors in the new really concern me since they suck up water like a sponge.

Steve

Alumatube · 07-25-2007, 04:50 PM

Ah, understandable. Living in Arkansas as we do, I *totally* am with you on the a/c part, and you really do need a propane system, in my opinion (cooking, heat, etc.).

I hope you find the unit of your dreams SOON! You have about three months to go...

Susan

Jaxon · 07-25-2007, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by soldiermedic

Havent talked with B.T. yet, but they won't likely get in an older unit that is small enough for me to tow with a v-6 trailblazer.Steve

What's your max towing - weight, Steve?

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Originally Posted by soldiermedic

I could go new, but they just don't make them like they used to, and the OSB floors in the new really concern me since they suck up water like a sponge.

Ohhhhh, I don't like hearing that about OSB floors... dang, better move the hot tub...

**jcanavera** · 07-25-2007, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by soldiermedic

Jack,

Havent talked with B.T. yet, but they won't likely get in an older unit that is small enough for me to tow with a v-6 trailblazer.
Steve

Wouldn't hurt to put them on the alert though. He does move a lot of trailers.

Worse case don't forget that Compton Ridge has their motel next to our campground. Also they that have camping cabins in the main campground and sleeping rooms in the same main campground. So you could still be in the action if you were without a trailer.

Jack

soldiermedic · 07-25-2007, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jcanavera

Wouldn't hurt to put them on the alert though. He does move a lot of trailers.

Worse case don't forget that Compton Ridge has their motel next to our campground. Also they that have camping cabins in the main campground and sleeping rooms in the same main campground. So you could still be in the action if you were without a trailer.

Jack

Jack,

Didn't think about those cabins if they aren't booked yet. I will send Josh Kahn an email tomorrow at B.T.

Jax,

My may tow weight is 4800 and I would prefer to stay as far below that as possible.

Steve

Jaxon · 07-25-2007, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by soldiermedic

Jax,
My may tow weight is 4800 and I would prefer to stay as far below that as possible.
Steve

Roger that.

zamboni · 07-26-2007, 04:50 PM

Steve,
What are your "rules" for chili? I hear those Texan's don't use beans in their chili...the horror! 0
Laura makes a great white chili.

CombatMedic · 07-26-2007, 05:23 PM

Steve says anything goes in the chili contest. Hot, med, mild, white, beans, no beans, chicken, pork, beef....there will be 3 judges who will decide.

Jaxon · 07-26-2007, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by zamboni

Steve,
What are your "rules" for chili? I hear those Texan's don't use beans in their chili...the horror! 0
Laura makes a great white chili.

Yeah... kind of like the salsa that's made in "New York City" they advertise around these parts... shoot, as long as it doesn't move or bite back, it's fair game. 'Course, you could be talking about transplant Texans... the one's from California... or New York... I hear they put bean sprouts in theirs...

zamboni · 07-26-2007, 07:34 PM

"Steve says anything goes in the chili contest."

I guess that means bribes and backroom deals can be made...I've invited a friend that judges in S. IL chili cook-off, fish fry and BBQ contests. He's "on the payroll"...(not parole).

zamboni · 07-26-2007, 07:35 PM

I think tikihut made deer chili at Moraine View Rally two years ago. Pretty good, if I recall.

soldiermedic · 07-26-2007, 07:56 PM

It's all fair game....Artstream is volunteering to be a judge, and I need two more judges....VOLUNTEERS??? I could have campground staff be the judge as well.

Double Points for originality.

I better find a trailer so I have something to cook this chili in.

Steve