Questions about the 2010 Rally

[W_A_Watson_II]

Originally Posted by Ron in Indiana

Problem would be getting it to Fairfield $$$$.

Lets see at 9 MPG with just the fire Truck (that's loaded at 26,000+ pounds) and 235 miles, and say $2.899 per gallon that's only $75.70 each way and the big cost, approximately $9,000 for a gooseneck Trailer.

Oh Well,
Will

[sret43]

This was a 3600 mile round trip for the 2009 rally. At 10 mpg, I just cringed when I got the gas bill. See you all again.

Ron, you might see my new grill on this truck next time. You know, the one on the floor board.

[jaybgood]

Sorry I can't find original to scan but I for some reason have a pic of form. This is LAST years prices. Just to give you an idea.

[78440shorty]

Hope i didnt over look this but is there a swap meet? I love swap meets!!

[Clint Dixon]

Originally Posted by 78440shorty

Hope i didnt over look this but is there a swap meet? I love swap meets!!

The Swap Meet aspect of the Rally has historically been low-key. If you expect to see dozens of vendors and individuals set up displaying Power Wagon parts up and down aisles of tables protected under canopys, you will probably be disappointed. Commercial vendors are not allowed to sell wares on rented Rally grounds, and individuals tend to want to keep the spare parts they have rather than bringing and selling them at a Rally.

However, there are usually a half dozen or so people who will bring a trailer or pickup truck bed full of goodies. Smaller quantities of parts may be found in trunks of cars or truck tool boxes around motel and restaurant parking lots, usually advertised by word-of-mouth.

The key to finding good buys is to arrive early (like on Monday or Tuesday before the Rally officially starts) and volunteer to help sellers unload and setup the parts for sale. It also helps to catch them at the motel before they get to the fairgrounds. Now you know why jaybgood arrives a month early! ;^)

[dodgenut78]

Here is a link to this years registration form http://www.vintagepowerwagons.com/pdf/2010_vpw_flyer_page_2.pdf

[medic1241]

Question... Do they put on mini-seminars on how to do things there for us newcomers? I sure could use all the expertise I can get... Mike

[Ron in Indiana]

Yes they have repair sessions on Thursday and Friday in the morning at VPW. The subject has not been published yet but you can be sure to get some good tips. I have given a session on bodywork in the past.

[medic1241]

Ron, How are you at teaching basic wiring? I need to learn how to check my wiring harness for continuity. I'm bringing it to the rally if someone could bring a tester. (or I could and should buy one before I come to get familiar with it) Any suggestions?

Thanks, Mike

[Ron in Indiana]

Mike I'm afraid wiring is one of my shortfalls in the mix of things. My son on the other hand is quite good at it but he won't be attending the rally. There are a number of people who can help you at the rally I'm sure. I can ask my son about some tips to help you out and relay them at the rally. I'll be with the red 59 Power Giant.

[Gordon Maney]

Originally Posted by medic1241

Ron, How are you at teaching basic wiring? I need to learn how to check my wiring harness for continuity. I'm bringing it to the rally if someone could bring a tester. (or I could and should buy one before I come to get familiar with it) Any suggestions?

Thanks, Mike

I didn't want to step in front of Ron, since it was his question.

To check your wiring harness for continuity you will need to know which ends are for the same circuit. You would have to use a wiring diagram to identify wires by color code, so you would know which two terminals were the opposite end of a lead.

At that point, use of an ohmmeter would easily reveal if you had continuity.