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You would think people would know there was a train coming if they are on a RR Xing and hear a whistle, but there are an average of 5800 train-car accidents, killing over 600 people and injuring over 2300 people every year according to the USDOT. I'm actually surprised there aren't more...

My flinching returned while reading this thread. Don't worry, you fit right in with the rest of the posts.;)

I love those "get out of doghouse free" cards.

I had my flight line van ready to head out this afternoon after hauling in some hay for my wife's horses. 2 miles from home with the last load, the water pump on the van blew out! At least it didn't blow out 5 hours down the road. Used my Massey-Ferguson tractor and have the van and hay home...

Great first post! Welcome aboard

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Looks like Morning Glory, grows almost as fast, but at least it has flowers.

Did almost that with my M818, except that I did a visual check on the tanks after flipping the dash switch. After driving 85 miles, I saw that the new tank level wasn't going down, and the 1st tank was almost empty from about 1/3 full when switched. I talked a farmer into using his fuel tank...

That alarm is also for when the air pressure drops below about 60 psi. Check those gauges when the alarm goes off when driving. With faulty brake system valves, sometimes holding your foot on the brake will dump air pressure.

If the batteries are fully charged, just disconnect the ground wire before your leave to stop any parasitic drain. If the batteries are in good condition, they should maintain their charge until you can return next month. If they can't hold a charge for a month, you need new batteries.

it doesn't matter whether it was an former military vehicle or an ex-Penske rental truck, it was a stupid move to run without registration, insurance and lights. I had taillights go out on me on the way to the GA Rally last year, but made an strong effort to arrive before dark, and then fix...

I entered the wrong lot number and inadvertently bought a M923 that had been rolled onto it's top by a tornado. With only stake sides and G177 tires, the wind profile was much smaller than your design, but the 22,000 lbs still rolled and the cab was flattened. The spare tire crane provided...

Looks like you'll get to TimNTrucks place a little after 6PM. Supper will be waiting.

Minor flooding on some streets and a dozen or two homes. Haven't seen any reports of widespread power outages. Maybe someone closer will chime in.

If you fuel up in Lake Charles/Sulphur LA, it's only about 140 mi to the center of Houston. Sing out if you run into trouble along the way.

Great way to come out of lurk mode! Love the adventures, keep the updates coming.

Long term logistical support for volunteers is a valid concern, but not all requests or contracts for outside assistance go through state agencies.

What about the lighter M871 trailers? Any news on their status?

I'm not sure I would use them either without good bracing on the back side of the sheet steel, I just responded to your statement that you couldn't find them. I added chain links using repair lap links to lengthen the tail gate chains to level the tailgate. Everyone needs to be advised...

http://www.uscargocontrol.com/Ratchet-Straps-Tie-Downs/D-Rings-D-Ring-Tie-downs/Rotating-Pan-Fitting-6-000-Lbs-2 Search for "rotating pan fitting" and you can find them - even Walmart carries them.