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| [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330854] |
Thu, 12 April 2018 12:42  |
emerystora
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It was great seeing all of you who attended the GMCMI Convention this week.
A lot have already pulled out. Sorry I didn’t get a chance to say goodbye to all of you
We are leaving within he hour.
Have a safe trip home.
Emery Stora
77 KINGSLEY
Frederick, CO
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330862 is a reply to message #330854] |
Thu, 12 April 2018 15:30  |
rjw
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emerystora wrote on Thu, 12 April 2018 13:42It was great seeing all of you who attended the GMCMI Convention this week.
A lot have already pulled out. Sorry I didn't get a chance to say goodbye to all of you
We are leaving within he hour.
Have a safe trip home.
Emery Stora
We were unable to attend the rally due to a wedding near Reno. We are currently not far from Tuscon (~250 miles north near Flagstaff).
I am wondering how the winds are down there. We had to stop our trip home last night due to the extreme winds (forecast 25-40MPH gusting to 55!). I think more actually. Too windy for our GMC and the dozen other RVs we are parked near.
We are currently holed up at the Twin Arrows casino (last night and probably tonight) which is a nice place to wait out the winds.
Anyway, I decided to do some work on the Onan since it developed a rattle a few days ago in Kingman, AZ. While I was outside taking it apart in the extreme winds, a guy walks up to me and starts talking to me about what I was doing and how he used to own a GMC. He proceeds to introduce himself and tells me he is Max Rockafellow. That name sounds familiar and I ask him "did you have anything to do with GMCMI?" and he answered, "Yes I used to be its president". OK sure I remember you from the first GMCMI convention that I went to in Iowa back in 1999. I asked why no more GMC and he explained that they had to get a 5th wheel due to health issues that caused them to need more room for medical supplies. Nice guy who offered the use of his Honda generator and tools.
I got the Onan running again without a rattle. Rattle was caused by a loose flywheel. My fault.
Richard (who will be at both Bean Station and the ES States work rally if the wind ever lets up) Waters
Richard
76 Palm Beach
SE Michigan
www.PalmBeachGMC.com
Roller Cam 455, TBI+EBL, 3.42 FD, 4 Bag, Macerator, Lenzi (brakes, vacuum system, front end stuff), Manny Tranny, vacuum step, Tankless + OEM water heaters.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330863 is a reply to message #330862] |
Thu, 12 April 2018 15:52 |
Sandra Price
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Wind is kicking up here in Tucson, rocking our coach in the KOA RV park.
Some strong gusts.
Sandra
On Apr 12, 2018 1:31 PM, "RJW" wrote:
> emerystora wrote on Thu, 12 April 2018 13:42
>> It was great seeing all of you who attended the GMCMI Convention this
> week.
>> A lot have already pulled out. Sorry I didn't get a chance to say
> goodbye to all of you
>> We are leaving within he hour.
>> Have a safe trip home.
>>
>> Emery Stora
>
>
> We were unable to attend the rally due to a wedding near Reno. We are
> currently not far from Tuscon (~250 miles north near Flagstaff).
>
> I am wondering how the winds are down there. We had to stop our trip home
> last night due to the extreme winds (forecast 25-40MPH gusting to 55!). I
> think more actually. Too windy for our GMC and the dozen other RVs we are
> parked near.
>
> We are currently holed up at the Twin Arrows casino (last night and
> probably tonight) which is a nice place to wait out the winds.
>
> Anyway, I decided to do some work on the Onan since it developed a rattle
> a few days ago in Kingman, AZ. While I was outside taking it apart in the
> extreme winds, a guy walks up to me and starts talking to me about what I
> was doing and how he used to own a GMC. He proceeds to introduce himself and
> tells me he is Max Rockafellow. That name sounds familiar and I ask him
> "did you have anything to do with GMCMI?" and he answered, "Yes I used to be
> its president". OK sure I remember you from the first GMCMI convention
> that I went to in Iowa back in 1999. I asked why no more GMC and he
> explained
> that they had to get a 5th wheel due to health issues that caused them to
> need more room for medical supplies. Nice guy who offered the use of his
> Honda generator and tools.
>
> I got the Onan running again without a rattle. Rattle was caused by a
> loose flywheel. My fault.
>
> Richard (who will be at both Bean Station and the ES States work rally if
> the wind ever lets up) Waters
> --
> Richard
> 76 Palm Beach
> SE Michigan
> www.PalmBeachGMC.com
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>
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> Manny Tranny etc.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330871 is a reply to message #330854] |
Thu, 12 April 2018 21:40 |
Handyman
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It was such a nice Rally, thanks for having us and hopefully, Goodbye, to all.
We tried to say bye to all but that wasn't possible ....
We, Marjon and I enjoyed it very much. It was worthwhile our long trip.
We are now in the rental MH at the Bisbee RV Park, the wind gusts were very strong, driving was no fun ...
Bye to you all and thanks!
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] Tucson Rally [message #330877 is a reply to message #330862] |
Fri, 13 April 2018 00:26 |
Ken Burton
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If you wait until Sunday and Monday the wind will be out of the Southwest in Flagstaff. On Monday it will be out of the Southwest in Tuscon. Then you can throttle back and ride the wind home.
Ken Burton - N9KB
76 Palm Beach
Hebron, Indiana
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330878 is a reply to message #330854] |
Fri, 13 April 2018 07:56 |
lqqkatjon
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Richard,
I flew into phoenix last night, and you can tell there was some major wind yesterday from the haze in the air. From weather reports, today is 15-20 mph. Windy, but not like it was yesterday. The weather lady last night showed more winds south of phoenix?.
We will be traveling north toward you today in rental car to cottonwood/sedona. If you want a road report, we will be probably leaving phoenix before 9 am. My number is on blacklist. If I see a palm beach parked anywhere I will come knocking.
Jon Roche
75 palm beach
EBL EFI, manny headers, Micro Level, rebuilt most of coach now.
St. Cloud, MN
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330882 is a reply to message #330878] |
Fri, 13 April 2018 08:49 |
Carl S.
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Kathy and I enjoyed the rally very much and were really happy that we only had to drive 11 miles home and didn't have to battle the wind on a long drive. Hope you all enjoyed our fair city. Too bad it was unseasonably hot that particular week  .
The rally was well attended, well organized and run, and REALLY busy. Lots of good information and fellowship. We barely had time to relax, but we can do that any time.
I pulled a dumb move and left my transmission dipstick sitting on top of the engine, after checking the fluid, and evidently lost it on the way home. So, if anyone has an extra one they are willing to sell me. I need a new one.
Thanks to Kim and all who helped in so many ways to make the convention a success. Alex Ferarra and Rick Flanagan fixed the steering on something like 36 coaches while in attendance and didn't have time for much else.
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330910 is a reply to message #330877] |
Sat, 14 April 2018 05:45 |
rjw
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Ken Burton wrote on Fri, 13 April 2018 01:26If you wait until Sunday and Monday the wind will be out of the Southwest in Flagstaff. On Monday it will be out of the Southwest in Tuscon. Then you can throttle back and ride the wind home.
We left the Casino Friday morning during a brief lull in the wind. Picked up the wind again and battled it for 313 miles to ALBUQUERQUE where we will spend the weekend. Kind of cold here at a little less than freezing. Thought it would be warmer in New Mexico.
Hope all made it home from the rally without incident.
Richard
76 Palm Beach
SE Michigan
www.PalmBeachGMC.com
Roller Cam 455, TBI+EBL, 3.42 FD, 4 Bag, Macerator, Lenzi (brakes, vacuum system, front end stuff), Manny Tranny, vacuum step, Tankless + OEM water heaters.
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330916 is a reply to message #330910] |
Sat, 14 April 2018 10:08 |
Don A
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.... warmer in New Mexico ....
yeah but, you gained 3,000 ft altitude.
Don Adams Dallas, TX
'76 26' Glenbrook, '90 Sidekick
rebuilt by R Archer, powered by J Bounds, Koba
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330933 is a reply to message #330928] |
Sat, 14 April 2018 16:45 |
emerystora
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I believe the campgrounds at the north rim are closed until mid-May due to snow.
Emery Stora
> On Apr 14, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Vern Crawford wrote:
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> The Tucson rally was great.
>
> Lenore and I are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Did anv
> other GMCs head that way? The drive has been spectacularly beautiful!
>
> Hugs,
> Vern, Lenore, and Knibbles D. Kat
>
>
> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 9:16 AM Dutch Marc wrote:
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>> Yes, Great to meet some many new people and say Hi to some old friends.
>> Looking forward to the next convention...
>>
>> KeeP On GMCing
>> --
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>> Full Time GMC Nomad ('98 NL 2 USA)
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> Vern Crawford (and Lenore Langsdorf)
> 155 JJ Lane
> Center Point, TX 78010
> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330944 is a reply to message #330928] |
Sat, 14 April 2018 20:14 |
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Vern,
What route are you taking? Give us updates on the status of the park at the north rim. It is my understanding that they don’t officially open until May 15th.
Gary Coaster / Reno, NV
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> On Apr 14, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Vern Crawford wrote:
>
> The Tucson rally was great.
>
> Lenore and I are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Did anv
> other GMCs head that way? The drive has been spectacularly beautiful!
>
> Hugs,
> Vern, Lenore, and Knibbles D. Kat
>
>
>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 9:16 AM Dutch Marc wrote:
>>
>> Yes, Great to meet some many new people and say Hi to some old friends.
>> Looking forward to the next convention...
>>
>> KeeP On GMCing
>> --
>> 1973 26' Canyon Land (Mello Yello) (TZE063v101302)
>> Full Time GMC Nomad ('98 NL 2 USA)
>>
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> 155 JJ Lane
> Center Point, TX 78010
> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
> (830) 928-5550 Lenore's cell
> VernCrawford@GMail.Com
> LenoreLangsdorf@GMail.Com
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330946 is a reply to message #330933] |
Sat, 14 April 2018 21:09 |
Vern Crawford
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Emery,
I can confirm that the road (67) in from Jacob Lake is indeed closed. Not
a problem for us as our real destination was 37 miles beyond, at the Kanab
(Utah) BLM Visitor Center. We are “street” camping across the street
tonight, ready to storm their doors at 8:00am tomorrow. We will be signing
up for the lottery (10 permits issued each day) to hike in to “the Wave.”
https://antelopecanyon.az/get-permit-wave-arizona/
The trip up from Tucson was beautiful, more than worth the disappointment
of not actually seeing the North Rim. That will just have to be another
trip.
Our route was North on AZ 77/79 to Superior, East on US-60 to Show Low,
where we overnighted at the Super Walmart with Billy and Debbie Massey.
That was a first for us, as in 50+ years of RVing I’ve never stayed at a
Walmart.
The next morning we both headed to the Petrified Forest National Park via
AZ-60, Alt US 180. It is well worth another trip to allow a full day or
two for hikes, etc. The Masseys then headed back towards Texas, and we
proceeded West on I-40 from the Painted Desert Visitor Center to Sun
Valley, then North on AZ-77 through the Navajo Nation, to where we
overnighted in the Keams Canyon Municipal Park (no hookups, but perfectly
level and quiet). Then on to Tuba City via AZ-264, where we continued West
on US-160 for 10 miles to turn right on US-89, proceeding North 43 miles to
veer Left onto Alt US-89, crossing the Colorado River on the beautiful
Navajo Bridge at Marble Canyon, continuing West along the spectacular
Vermillion Cliffs to Kanab, Utah.
We confirmed that the “Wave” lottery is conducted Monday thru Sunday,
found a level spot to park for the night, and enjoyed a light supper, as
the sun set behind the cliffs in the West.
Stunning scenery all the way!
Hugs,
Vern and Lenore
On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 3:46 PM Emery Stora wrote:
> I believe the campgrounds at the north rim are closed until mid-May due to
> snow.
>
> Emery Stora
>
>> On Apr 14, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Vern Crawford
> wrote:
>>
>> The Tucson rally was great.
>>
>> Lenore and I are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Did anv
>> other GMCs head that way? The drive has been spectacularly beautiful!
>>
>> Hugs,
>> Vern, Lenore, and Knibbles D. Kat
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 9:16 AM Dutch Marc
> wrote:
>>
>>> Yes, Great to meet some many new people and say Hi to some old friends.
>>> Looking forward to the next convention...
>>>
>>> KeeP On GMCing
>>> --
>>> 1973 26' Canyon Land (Mello Yello) (TZE063v101302)
>>> Full Time GMC Nomad ('98 NL 2 USA)
>>>
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>> --
>> Vern Crawford (and Lenore Langsdorf)
>> 155 JJ Lane
>> Center Point, TX 78010
>> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
>> (830) 928-5550 Lenore's cell
>> VernCrawford@GMail.Com
>> LenoreLangsdorf@GMail.Com
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155 JJ Lane
Center Point, TX 78010
(618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
(830) 928-5550 Lenore's cell
VernCrawford@GMail.Com
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330962 is a reply to message #330946] |
Sat, 14 April 2018 23:49 |
Sandra Price
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Vern, you make the trip sound very enticing. Enjoy!
Sandra
On Apr 14, 2018 7:10 PM, "Vern Crawford" wrote:
> Emery,
>
> I can confirm that the road (67) in from Jacob Lake is indeed closed. Not
> a problem for us as our real destination was 37 miles beyond, at the Kanab
> (Utah) BLM Visitor Center. We are “street” camping across the street
> tonight, ready to storm their doors at 8:00am tomorrow. We will be signing
> up for the lottery (10 permits issued each day) to hike in to “the Wave.”
>
> https://antelopecanyon.az/get-permit-wave-arizona/
>
> The trip up from Tucson was beautiful, more than worth the disappointment
> of not actually seeing the North Rim. That will just have to be another
> trip.
>
> Our route was North on AZ 77/79 to Superior, East on US-60 to Show Low,
> where we overnighted at the Super Walmart with Billy and Debbie Massey.
> That was a first for us, as in 50+ years of RVing I’ve never stayed at a
> Walmart.
>
> The next morning we both headed to the Petrified Forest National Park via
> AZ-60, Alt US 180. It is well worth another trip to allow a full day or
> two for hikes, etc. The Masseys then headed back towards Texas, and we
> proceeded West on I-40 from the Painted Desert Visitor Center to Sun
> Valley, then North on AZ-77 through the Navajo Nation, to where we
> overnighted in the Keams Canyon Municipal Park (no hookups, but perfectly
> level and quiet). Then on to Tuba City via AZ-264, where we continued West
> on US-160 for 10 miles to turn right on US-89, proceeding North 43 miles to
> veer Left onto Alt US-89, crossing the Colorado River on the beautiful
> Navajo Bridge at Marble Canyon, continuing West along the spectacular
> Vermillion Cliffs to Kanab, Utah.
>
> We confirmed that the “Wave” lottery is conducted Monday thru Sunday,
> found a level spot to park for the night, and enjoyed a light supper, as
> the sun set behind the cliffs in the West.
>
> Stunning scenery all the way!
>
> Hugs,
> Vern and Lenore
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 3:46 PM Emery Stora wrote:
>
>> I believe the campgrounds at the north rim are closed until mid-May due
> to
>> snow.
>>
>> Emery Stora
>>
>>> On Apr 14, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Vern Crawford
>> wrote:
>>>
>>> The Tucson rally was great.
>>>
>>> Lenore and I are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Did anv
>>> other GMCs head that way? The drive has been spectacularly beautiful!
>>>
>>> Hugs,
>>> Vern, Lenore, and Knibbles D. Kat
>>>
>>>
>>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 9:16 AM Dutch Marc
>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Yes, Great to meet some many new people and say Hi to some old
> friends.
>>>> Looking forward to the next convention...
>>>>
>>>> KeeP On GMCing
>>>> --
>>>> 1973 26' Canyon Land (Mello Yello) (TZE063v101302)
>>>> Full Time GMC Nomad ('98 NL 2 USA)
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
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>>> --
>>> Vern Crawford (and Lenore Langsdorf)
>>> 155 JJ Lane
>>> Center Point, TX 78010
>>> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
>>> (830) 928-5550 Lenore's cell
>>> VernCrawford@GMail.Com
>>> LenoreLangsdorf@GMail.Com
>>> _______________________________________________
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> 155 JJ Lane
> Center Point, TX 78010
> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
> (830) 928-5550 Lenore's cell
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> LenoreLangsdorf@GMail.Com
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330974 is a reply to message #330946] |
Sun, 15 April 2018 10:11 |
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The scenery up there is indeed stunning. We had a great time Walmarting
with yall. We spent the next night in Pinetop, then on to Las Cruses
(beautiful drive down 260) where we unknowingly wmarted with Daniel and
Marjon. ( He knocked on our door after dark, causing us to think we might
be getting expelled. haha )
We're off to Ruidoso for a couple days. Meandering our way toward central
Texas.
Living a great adventure
bdub
On Apr 14, 2018 8:10 PM, "Vern Crawford" wrote:
Emery,
I can confirm that the road (67) in from Jacob Lake is indeed closed. Not
a problem for us as our real destination was 37 miles beyond, at the Kanab
(Utah) BLM Visitor Center. We are “street” camping across the street
tonight, ready to storm their doors at 8:00am tomorrow. We will be signing
up for the lottery (10 permits issued each day) to hike in to “the Wave.”
https://antelopecanyon.az/get-permit-wave-arizona/
The trip up from Tucson was beautiful, more than worth the disappointment
of not actually seeing the North Rim. That will just have to be another
trip.
Our route was North on AZ 77/79 to Superior, East on US-60 to Show Low,
where we overnighted at the Super Walmart with Billy and Debbie Massey.
That was a first for us, as in 50+ years of RVing I’ve never stayed at a
Walmart.
The next morning we both headed to the Petrified Forest National Park via
AZ-60, Alt US 180. It is well worth another trip to allow a full day or
two for hikes, etc. The Masseys then headed back towards Texas, and we
proceeded West on I-40 from the Painted Desert Visitor Center to Sun
Valley, then North on AZ-77 through the Navajo Nation, to where we
overnighted in the Keams Canyon Municipal Park (no hookups, but perfectly
level and quiet). Then on to Tuba City via AZ-264, where we continued West
on US-160 for 10 miles to turn right on US-89, proceeding North 43 miles to
veer Left onto Alt US-89, crossing the Colorado River on the beautiful
Navajo Bridge at Marble Canyon, continuing West along the spectacular
Vermillion Cliffs to Kanab, Utah.
We confirmed that the “Wave” lottery is conducted Monday thru Sunday,
found a level spot to park for the night, and enjoyed a light supper, as
the sun set behind the cliffs in the West.
Stunning scenery all the way!
Hugs,
Vern and Lenore
On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 3:46 PM Emery Stora wrote:
> I believe the campgrounds at the north rim are closed until mid-May due to
> snow.
>
> Emery Stora
>
>> On Apr 14, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Vern Crawford
> wrote:
>>
>> The Tucson rally was great.
>>
>> Lenore and I are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Did anv
>> other GMCs head that way? The drive has been spectacularly beautiful!
>>
>> Hugs,
>> Vern, Lenore, and Knibbles D. Kat
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 9:16 AM Dutch Marc
> wrote:
>>
>>> Yes, Great to meet some many new people and say Hi to some old friends.
>>> Looking forward to the next convention...
>>>
>>> KeeP On GMCing
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #330976 is a reply to message #330974] |
Sun, 15 April 2018 11:19 |
dan molnes
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The wave is one of those places I was so "close but yet so far "I wish you all the luck in the world on the lottery , there is so much spectacular scenery I that neck of the world let us know the details
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> On Apr 15, 2018, at 8:11 AM, Billy Massey wrote:
>
> The scenery up there is indeed stunning. We had a great time Walmarting
> with yall. We spent the next night in Pinetop, then on to Las Cruses
> (beautiful drive down 260) where we unknowingly wmarted with Daniel and
> Marjon. ( He knocked on our door after dark, causing us to think we might
> be getting expelled. haha )
> We're off to Ruidoso for a couple days. Meandering our way toward central
> Texas.
> Living a great adventure
> bdub
>
> On Apr 14, 2018 8:10 PM, "Vern Crawford" wrote:
>
> Emery,
>
> I can confirm that the road (67) in from Jacob Lake is indeed closed. Not
> a problem for us as our real destination was 37 miles beyond, at the Kanab
> (Utah) BLM Visitor Center. We are “street” camping across the street
> tonight, ready to storm their doors at 8:00am tomorrow. We will be signing
> up for the lottery (10 permits issued each day) to hike in to “the Wave.”
>
> https://antelopecanyon.az/get-permit-wave-arizona/
>
> The trip up from Tucson was beautiful, more than worth the disappointment
> of not actually seeing the North Rim. That will just have to be another
> trip.
>
> Our route was North on AZ 77/79 to Superior, East on US-60 to Show Low,
> where we overnighted at the Super Walmart with Billy and Debbie Massey.
> That was a first for us, as in 50+ years of RVing I’ve never stayed at a
> Walmart.
>
> The next morning we both headed to the Petrified Forest National Park via
> AZ-60, Alt US 180. It is well worth another trip to allow a full day or
> two for hikes, etc. The Masseys then headed back towards Texas, and we
> proceeded West on I-40 from the Painted Desert Visitor Center to Sun
> Valley, then North on AZ-77 through the Navajo Nation, to where we
> overnighted in the Keams Canyon Municipal Park (no hookups, but perfectly
> level and quiet). Then on to Tuba City via AZ-264, where we continued West
> on US-160 for 10 miles to turn right on US-89, proceeding North 43 miles to
> veer Left onto Alt US-89, crossing the Colorado River on the beautiful
> Navajo Bridge at Marble Canyon, continuing West along the spectacular
> Vermillion Cliffs to Kanab, Utah.
>
> We confirmed that the “Wave” lottery is conducted Monday thru Sunday,
> found a level spot to park for the night, and enjoyed a light supper, as
> the sun set behind the cliffs in the West.
>
> Stunning scenery all the way!
>
> Hugs,
> Vern and Lenore
>
>
>
>
>
>
>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 3:46 PM Emery Stora wrote:
>>
>> I believe the campgrounds at the north rim are closed until mid-May due to
>> snow.
>>
>> Emery Stora
>>
>>>> On Apr 14, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Vern Crawford
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> The Tucson rally was great.
>>>
>>> Lenore and I are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Did anv
>>> other GMCs head that way? The drive has been spectacularly beautiful!
>>>
>>> Hugs,
>>> Vern, Lenore, and Knibbles D. Kat
>>>
>>>
>>>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 9:16 AM Dutch Marc
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Yes, Great to meet some many new people and say Hi to some old friends.
>>>> Looking forward to the next convention...
>>>>
>>>> KeeP On GMCing
>>>> --
>>>> 1973 26' Canyon Land (Mello Yello) (TZE063v101302)
>>>> Full Time GMC Nomad ('98 NL 2 USA)
>>>>
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>>> 155 JJ Lane
>>> Center Point, TX 78010
>>> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
>>> (830) 928-5550 Lenore's cell
>>> VernCrawford@GMail.Com
>>> LenoreLangsdorf@GMail.Com
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> 155 JJ Lane
> Center Point, TX 78010
> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
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> LenoreLangsdorf@GMail.Com
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| Re: [GMCnet] Tucson Rally [message #331015 is a reply to message #330946] |
Mon, 16 April 2018 10:28 |
dan molnes
Messages: 166
Registered: October 2011
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So Vern how did you come out on the lottery to the wave ?
Sent from my iPad
> On Apr 14, 2018, at 7:09 PM, Vern Crawford wrote:
>
> Emery,
>
> I can confirm that the road (67) in from Jacob Lake is indeed closed. Not
> a problem for us as our real destination was 37 miles beyond, at the Kanab
> (Utah) BLM Visitor Center. We are “street” camping across the street
> tonight, ready to storm their doors at 8:00am tomorrow. We will be signing
> up for the lottery (10 permits issued each day) to hike in to “the Wave.”
>
> https://antelopecanyon.az/get-permit-wave-arizona/
>
> The trip up from Tucson was beautiful, more than worth the disappointment
> of not actually seeing the North Rim. That will just have to be another
> trip.
>
> Our route was North on AZ 77/79 to Superior, East on US-60 to Show Low,
> where we overnighted at the Super Walmart with Billy and Debbie Massey.
> That was a first for us, as in 50+ years of RVing I’ve never stayed at a
> Walmart.
>
> The next morning we both headed to the Petrified Forest National Park via
> AZ-60, Alt US 180. It is well worth another trip to allow a full day or
> two for hikes, etc. The Masseys then headed back towards Texas, and we
> proceeded West on I-40 from the Painted Desert Visitor Center to Sun
> Valley, then North on AZ-77 through the Navajo Nation, to where we
> overnighted in the Keams Canyon Municipal Park (no hookups, but perfectly
> level and quiet). Then on to Tuba City via AZ-264, where we continued West
> on US-160 for 10 miles to turn right on US-89, proceeding North 43 miles to
> veer Left onto Alt US-89, crossing the Colorado River on the beautiful
> Navajo Bridge at Marble Canyon, continuing West along the spectacular
> Vermillion Cliffs to Kanab, Utah.
>
> We confirmed that the “Wave” lottery is conducted Monday thru Sunday,
> found a level spot to park for the night, and enjoyed a light supper, as
> the sun set behind the cliffs in the West.
>
> Stunning scenery all the way!
>
> Hugs,
> Vern and Lenore
>
>
>
>
>
>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 3:46 PM Emery Stora wrote:
>>
>> I believe the campgrounds at the north rim are closed until mid-May due to
>> snow.
>>
>> Emery Stora
>>
>>>> On Apr 14, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Vern Crawford
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> The Tucson rally was great.
>>>
>>> Lenore and I are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Did anv
>>> other GMCs head that way? The drive has been spectacularly beautiful!
>>>
>>> Hugs,
>>> Vern, Lenore, and Knibbles D. Kat
>>>
>>>
>>>> On Sat, Apr 14, 2018 at 9:16 AM Dutch Marc
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Yes, Great to meet some many new people and say Hi to some old friends.
>>>> Looking forward to the next convention...
>>>>
>>>> KeeP On GMCing
>>>> --
>>>> 1973 26' Canyon Land (Mello Yello) (TZE063v101302)
>>>> Full Time GMC Nomad ('98 NL 2 USA)
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> GMCnet mailing list
>>>> Unsubscribe or Change List Options:
>>>> http://list.gmcnet.org/mailman/listinfo/gmclist_list.gmcnet.org
>>> --
>>> Vern Crawford (and Lenore Langsdorf)
>>> 155 JJ Lane
>>> Center Point, TX 78010
>>> (618) 203-8296 Vern's cell
>>> (830) 928-5550 Lenore's cell
>>> VernCrawford@GMail.Com
>>> LenoreLangsdorf@GMail.Com
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> 155 JJ Lane
> Center Point, TX 78010
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