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Re: [GMCnet] Route 66 Rolling Rally. [message #253703 is a reply to message #253514] Sun, 29 June 2014 19:53 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
James Hupy is currently offline  James Hupy   United States
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Well, two nights ago was a huge contrast in RV Parks. All gravel, nearly
empty. Pulled in at 4:00 PM to an empty office. 107 degrees. Not a shade
tree in sight. Looked deserted. We all just plugged in, turned on the AC
and hibernated until nearly sunset. Then we said our goodbyes to Ron and
Pattie Smith, who were leaving for their new home near Mesa, AZ. Next day,
we left as early as we could, and headed out on the old route 66 for
Seligman and Oatman. Long straight drive, for a while and then OH BOY, the
road to Oatman we all made it up there. Town is full of Donkeys, both 2
legged and 4 legged varieties. Tourist trap of the first order, BUT YOU
CANNOT SAY THAT YOU DROVE THE OLD ROUTE 66 ROUTE UNTIL YOU SEE IT!
We were supposed to stay in Barstow and see a museum there, but we decided
to push on down the road to Hesperia, California. Stayed at the Desert
Willow RV Resort. BEAUTIFUL PARK. LOTS OF SHADE TREES AND THE FIRST GREEN
GRASS WE HAD SEEN IN DAYS. WINDY DINNER OUTSIDE IN THE SHADE. GREAT FOOD AS
ALWAYS. Today, we left at 8:00 AM and made a run for Santa Monica while it
was still cool. Arrived around 10:00 AM. Freeway traffic was light as it is
Sunday. Found a nearly empty parking lot and paid a ransom to park there,
but right on the beach within walking distance of the Santa Monica Famous
Pier and the West end of the old Route 66. Walked out to the end, took some
pictures, and had lunch. Presently at Malibu Beach RV Park overlooking the
Blue Pacific ocean. 80 degrees light breeze. Perfect end to a great trip.
We have another dinner planned for a bit later this evening.. What a ride,
only wish Dwayne and Sharon were here to enjoy it with us. We head for
Manny and Deo's tomorrow. Then to Jim K.'s then high tail it for home in
Salem, Or. Have to stop in to see Jerry Work and Sharon in Kerby, Or. on
the way.
Jim Hupy and Judy Countermine, with Glen and Darlene Gregory, John and Deb
Harper, and Donald and Billie Guttman. The final four at the end of the
trail.


On Sat, Jun 28, 2014 at 8:17 AM, dwayne jacobson
wrote:

> Sandra,
> Yes as I have followed the group along the Route I know the value of
> traveling as a group for more than a weekend cements relationships for a
> life time. For those like ourselves who missed out this time, I hope the
> opportunity will present itself again.
> I heard back from the Shop that they had the engine out and once they
> finish examining what damage was done they will notify myself.
>
> Best to you and Bob.
>
> Regards
> Dwayne
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jun 28, 2014 at 6:39 AM, Sandra Price
> wrote:
>
>> Like Gene, we have enjoyed rolling along with you. Don't want it to end.
>> That LA traffic is unbelievable, but everybody needs to experience peak
>> time at least once.
>>
>> Sandra and Bob
>> On Jun 28, 2014 8:05 AM, "James Hupy" wrote:
>>
>>> Certain tribes continue their attacks today, only their weapons have
>>> changed to curio shops and Casinos. But, no bloodshed, only damage is
> to
>>> our wallets. ( very big grin) From the casual observations of myself
> and
>>> the conditions of some of the reservations scattered throughout the
> great
>>> southwest, we, collectively, have not done Native Americans any favors.
>>> Just my personal opinion, yours is allowed to differ.
>>> Jim Hupy
>>> Salem, Or
>>> Very dirty 78 GMC ROYALE 403
>>> On Jun 28, 2014 5:49 AM, "gene barrow" wrote:
>>>
>>>> Jim,
>>>> Be careful in that area; Jedediah Smith and his group were attacked
> by
>>> the
>>>> Mojave Indians near there in 1826.
>>>> Your only problems will probably be more vapor lock. Be thankful
> your
>>>> going south when you reach I-15. North would take you to the Baker
>> Grade
>>> 19
>>>> miles of constant up hill grade in the heat of the day.
>>>>
>>>> We enjoy your updates and comments.
>>>> --
>>>> Gene Barrow
>>>> Lake Almanor, Ca.
>>>> 1976 Palm Beach
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