| [GMCnet] We built our dream GMC. [message #309940] |
Sat, 05 November 2016 01:36  |
BobDunahugh
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Finding that dream GMC is located in what fits into YOUR comfort zone for safety, dependability, how it looks, and livability. And to meet this list of items at a higher level. You better set your budget meter north of $30,000. as a bear minimum. Then make sure it comes with a log book to prove it's worth. This 78 Royale that Linda, and I just built. And I truly mean built. Had a $35,000. parts budget. NO labor included. Just 10 months of my life every day of the week. That budget got used up back in June. The great part of blowing that budget. Was that since June. We haven't had a budget to make us feel bad about. As we've probable dumped another $5k in it since June. And we don't care at all. As it's very simply this. It's now as close to perfect as I can ever make it for our life style. We're 69, and 70. Our hour glass is running out of sand. And the money spent for the adventures we'll get on the roads of this great country. The joy we get from the people with GMCMI. Purely PRCELESS.
Bob, and Linda Dunahugh On the happy road again. With the GMC Mouse House as our magic carpet.
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| Re: [GMCnet] We built our dream GMC. [message #309942 is a reply to message #309940] |
Sat, 05 November 2016 02:51  |
Handyman
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Hello Bob and Linda,
Reading your post, the joy and enthousiasmus your "GMC Mouse House" gives to you both. Wonderfull!!
I hope you both enjoy it for a long time in good health. Wishing you the best.
Bye, Daniel
Daniel Jacobs, NL-USA 1977 GMC Eleganza II, Rebuild 455 (2019) 3.55 FD. FiTech and (Modified) FCC, Electric Pump, insulated GasTanks, 100A Alternator, APC, McDash, Schräder Valves + extern Fills, Ceramic Film, TPMS, FlexSteel Seats
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| Re: [GMCnet] We built our dream GMC. [message #309983 is a reply to message #309940] |
Sat, 05 November 2016 19:56 |
Jeanette
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You message is so positive for all readers. I agree spend ur money on what brings u joy n comfort. May u travel many roads n have many years of fun in your GMC. Was so impressed to see all u did to the coach n for Linda's enjoyment of your time together.
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> On Nov 5, 2016, at 1:36 AM, Bob Dunahugh wrote:
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> Finding that dream GMC is located in what fits into YOUR comfort zone for safety, dependability, how it looks, and livability. And to meet this list of items at a higher level. You better set your budget meter north of $30,000. as a bear minimum. Then make sure it comes with a log book to prove it's worth. This 78 Royale that Linda, and I just built. And I truly mean built. Had a $35,000. parts budget. NO labor included. Just 10 months of my life every day of the week. That budget got used up back in June. The great part of blowing that budget. Was that since June. We haven't had a budget to make us feel bad about. As we've probable dumped another $5k in it since June. And we don't care at all. As it's very simply this. It's now as close to perfect as I can ever make it for our life style. We're 69, and 70. Our hour glass is running out of sand. And the money spent for the adventures we'll get on the roads of this great country. The joy we get from the people with GMCMI. Purely PRCELESS.
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> Bob, and Linda Dunahugh On the happy road again. With the GMC Mouse House as our magic carpet.
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| Re: [GMCnet] We built our dream GMC. [message #309985 is a reply to message #309940] |
Sat, 05 November 2016 20:59 |
Dennis S
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Bob
You gave us all a very special gift by bringing us along during the restoration.
Thank you,
Dennis
BobDunahugh wrote on Sat, 05 November 2016 01:36Finding that dream GMC is located in what fits into YOUR comfort zone for safety, dependability, how it looks, and livability. And to meet this list of items at a higher level. You better set your budget meter north of $30,000. as a bear minimum. Then make sure it comes with a log book to prove it's worth. This 78 Royale that Linda, and I just built. And I truly mean built. Had a $35,000. parts budget. NO labor included. Just 10 months of my life every day of the week. That budget got used up back in June. The great part of blowing that budget. Was that since June. We haven't had a budget to make us feel bad about. As we've probable dumped another $5k in it since June. And we don't care at all. As it's very simply this. It's now as close to perfect as I can ever make it for our life style. We're 69, and 70. Our hour glass is running out of sand. And the money spent for the adventures we'll get on the roads of this great country. The joy we get from the people with GMCMI. Purely PRCELESS.
Bob, and Linda Dunahugh On the happy road again. With the GMC Mouse House as our magic carpet.
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| Re: [GMCnet] We built our dream GMC. [message #310079 is a reply to message #309940] |
Tue, 08 November 2016 09:06 |
jhbridges
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I saw the last one, looking forward to seeing this one. You youngsters can spend some time buzzing around the country. Please let me know when you're headed for Road Atlanta!
--johnny
Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
Braselton, Ga.
I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
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