jeffkerschner
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I recently won a 5 ton from GL in Indy. I had Mr. Bob Rainville check it over and sell me a few nice accessories while I was there. #1- I completely and wholeheartedly recommend anyone who buys from Indy to pay Mr. Bob to have a look, and enlist his help!!! #2- these old trucks are fantastic in a lot of ways, but the back is still very sore from driving 500 miles. #3- plan on having old vets hoist their young children or grandchildren up into the cab when you stop for fuel. One of the very best things that happened during the trip. #4- Look out for the patriotic public to wave and salute a lot. Be sure to recognize them and smile/wave back. Costs us nothing, but they get a huge kick from it. The truck made it with only one stop at a truck tire shop before I left (Pomps Tire, Indy) to pump up the low tires, and a few temp reading stops with an infrared pyrometer to make sure the brakes, bearings, and other sensitive items weren't dragging or running too hot. Thanks to all for offered advice and even a few phone numbers of gentlemen who offered their help along the way if I had issues. Included is a pic my dear wife took the next morning at 0630 after I got home and kept her up all night with my snoring. She loves the truck too!
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