I had this posted in the Townsend pictures initially. I posted it here also to highlight the Smokey Mountain Nationals for those who may not know about it. It is only a 4 yr old truck show but had almost 400 trucks, 1947 to 1954 this year. The below picture is one row of 3 full rows of trucks. Zoom in to see the trucks. This was a good show in addition to the Southern Bolters annual jamboree. I would highly recommend it if you are in driving distance.
We had The Little Blue Truck day at Seminole County Library Lake Mary today. They put on a great program, read 2 books, had crafts, and sang songs for about 75 kids. They all came for photos and climbed on to the bed of Little Blue. A fun time was had by all.
Wayne 1938 1-Ton Farm Truck Stovebolt Gallery Forums 1989 Silverado 1996 Mustang GT convertible When I die, I hope she doesn't sell everything for what I told her I paid for it!
"Little Blue Truck " is a great ambassador for Kids being introduced to Old Trucks. You and Nelda do a fantastic job working with the Kids.
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Our own PaPa Joe had the opportunity to take "Old Blue " to school. The Second Grade class a local Elementary school was learning about the development of Transportation. "Old Blue " and PaPa Joe were happy to participate. Mrs. PaPa Joe, Mary, is a Teacher at the school, PaPa Joe helps out all the time.
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
~ Dan 1951 Chevy 3 window 3100 Follow this story in the DITY Gallery "My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine" 1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver) US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)
Yesterday I went to a show out in the Kiln (pronounced “kill”, Brett Farve’s hometown.) Kind of cloudy day till later then it got sunny and hot. A few older trucks and one I haven’t seem before from New Orleans that got Best of show a 1956 Chevy. That picture is in the next group. Pictures below
That seem to be the current trend, a lot of younger Folks getting into the Hobby with Square Bodies or OBS(Old Body Style, I had to ask).
Some nice Trucks..
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Spent a good bit of the day being an apprentice sawyer to a friend at his portable mill. Came home with 3 log's worth of milled lumber (Hickory and Cherry) for a piece I'll be making for him ... in about 18 months! This stuff is pretty wet yet.
Ole Charlie came down the mountain in 4th gear and I only touched the brakes briefly in one curve. Had to drop a gear going back up. No temp or pressure issues. The 261 did great.
~ John
A kid raised on Hotwheels, Matchbox and Tonka cannot be reasonably expected to own only one vehicle as an adult.
1949 Chevrolet 3804 In the Legacy Gallery | In the Gallery Forum 1973 IH 1310 Dump 1963 Kaiser M38A1 2001 International/AmTran RE3000 "Skoolie" 2014 Ford E-350 4x4 (Quigley)
Longwood FL car cruise tonight. Several nice stove bolts in attendance.
Wayne 1938 1-Ton Farm Truck Stovebolt Gallery Forums 1989 Silverado 1996 Mustang GT convertible When I die, I hope she doesn't sell everything for what I told her I paid for it!
Some SWEET Trucks there. Did "Little Blue " makea guest appearance?
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Some SWEET Trucks there. Did "Little Blue " makea guest appearance?
Yes, Little Blue was in attendance.
Wayne 1938 1-Ton Farm Truck Stovebolt Gallery Forums 1989 Silverado 1996 Mustang GT convertible When I die, I hope she doesn't sell everything for what I told her I paid for it!
I was in a transportation parade today with a local church preschool. The Little Blue Truck is very well liked. I was able to get a couple photos with the Chic Fil a cows in the bed of my truck.
Wayne 1938 1-Ton Farm Truck Stovebolt Gallery Forums 1989 Silverado 1996 Mustang GT convertible When I die, I hope she doesn't sell everything for what I told her I paid for it!
A kid raised on Hotwheels, Matchbox and Tonka cannot be reasonably expected to own only one vehicle as an adult.
1949 Chevrolet 3804 In the Legacy Gallery | In the Gallery Forum 1973 IH 1310 Dump 1963 Kaiser M38A1 2001 International/AmTran RE3000 "Skoolie" 2014 Ford E-350 4x4 (Quigley)
Waiting for Alvin to chime in on the Chic Fil A Cow. I think Alvin owns controlling interest in the Company.
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Ok, so Cruisin the Coast starts this Sunday. Looks like the weather may not be so good. Rain which we need since it’s been so dry. Stay tuned for more. 🙁
Donald, I'm looking forward some pictures. I really need to get over to that show....
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Here are a couple of links to the local news about Cruisin the Coast going on this week. Already over 8000 classics registered. Probably will break 10,000
Craig, One of these years, I'll join you going down there. That has always seemed like a great event.
NE Alabama seems to be needing some fire to get truck-related events going. I participated in our "Cruise For Veterans" events Saturday. Only two trucks participating (the other was a '72 F-150). I was the only vehicle with a veteran rider (one of my Legion/VFW brothers).
~ John
A kid raised on Hotwheels, Matchbox and Tonka cannot be reasonably expected to own only one vehicle as an adult.
1949 Chevrolet 3804 In the Legacy Gallery | In the Gallery Forum 1973 IH 1310 Dump 1963 Kaiser M38A1 2001 International/AmTran RE3000 "Skoolie" 2014 Ford E-350 4x4 (Quigley)
John, Trucks are getting pretty popular around here at the Shows. There seem to be more young guys getting into the hobby. Most of these are Square Bodies or OSB Trucks.
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Local cruisin to the creek car show this last weekend to raise money for Ronald McDonald House charities.
Ran into Chris and his beautiful ‘46 Holmes wrecker.
We had a friendly “Slowest Drag Race” competition.
Our stovebolts bested all of the jeeps in attendance, but eventually his lower rear end gearing beat me out for the bragging rights of slowest vehicle.
A nice day and pleasure to meet a fellow ‘Bolter in person.
KP06, I'm working on an event for this coming spring here in Brunswick. Thinking April something. I am hoping that some of the Folks that usually don't travel far can attend.
I'll keep everyone posted as plans come together.
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
Started my first day of Cruisin with a Facebook call for some classics to go to a local nursing home. Only a couple of other trucks besides me and a few other classics. Needless to say the residents were excited for us to be there and it made their day.
After the nursing home I had to go pick up my registration packet from cruise central which is now at the harbor in Gulfport. Seems to be a lot more room but slightly wet because of the rain. Got a lot of good pictures and a variety of trucks. The first picture shows the people registered from each state. Note the far left side with people registered from Australia, Canada, Hawaii etc. That is crazy!
There seems to be a fair amount of early to mid 60's Trucks there. Lots of COOL steel...
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane
