6th Annual Clements Tailgate BBQ......

[Merle Coggins]

I got one. The longest distance traveler (that didn't drive a vehicle). I'm getting a collection now. A few more and I can build an engine. It might run funny, but it would be a "Trophy" engine

[Alshere59]

That 46 dry box looks like a sweet project. You planning on a Build thread? Might make a nice camper for the BBQ next year.

To Tim and the hole gang

Both Christiane and my self had the best time of all the events we have attended. Were still talking about it at 12:39 AM Tuesday morning. Tim and your crew were amazing. As soon as I walked up the drive way, I was greeted and I new this was the place to be. For us being outsiders with our stock 34s (HA HA!!) We couldn't believe how great that each person was at this function. Tim, You know the story about Christiane losing here husband 2 years ago from a stroke. They built Dodge City Vintage in Jamestown Ca. I have not seen here have a good time from all the functions that we attended. I asked her how it was different. It was the people being genuine. Ages from 18 to 94. We got home in Sonora about 11:00 Sat night, couldn't get her to leave the camp fire. She especially loved the bird show. She loves animals. We got up early Sunday morning to go out to the pastor to pick out a truck to redo for the next event. It's not a pilot house truck, what we pick is a 1946 Dodge dry box truck that was used to deliver cookies in this area. Next year, were planning on being there for a couple of days. Were going to try and bring a truck load of Mopars. Thanks again for the good times. Dave and Christiane 2013

[countrytravler]

I got one. The longest distance traveler (that didn't drive a vehicle). I'm getting a collection now. A few more and I can build an engine. It might run funny, but it would be a "Trophy" engine

This guy not running on all 6 yet. Give him a couple of BBQs. It was really a pleasure meeting you. See you next year. I vote that we have this 2 times a year. LETS VOTE!

[countrytravler]

That 46 dry box looks like a sweet project. You planning on a Build thread? Might make a nice camper for the BBQ next year.

It would take to much band width HA HA. Longs nobody would get board from this build. We talked about making a little camper out of it or pull a P/15 p/u box behind it with a camper shell on it. Then we would have a little bit of a P/15 at the BBQ. Edited April 9, 2013 by countrytravler

[Don Coatney]

I got one. The longest distance traveler (that didn't drive a vehicle). I'm getting a collection now. A few more and I can build an engine. It might run funny, but it would be a "Trophy" engine

 

 

Great idea. We should petition Tim to expand and give engine head trophies next year, oil pans the following year, etc.

[countrytravler]

Great idea. We should petition Tim to expand and give engine head trophies next year, oil pans the following year, etc.

Great idea. We have enough cracked flat head 6s and 8s lying around. What a way to recycle them. Cut them in have for the 3 cyl engines. HA HA!

[pflaming]

Had to weigh the truck for a license. The vin plate gives a weight of 4600 #, but the scale showed only 3400#. Someone must have swapped vin plates. So I have a date with the CHP next week. She gave me a one day driving permit for that date. OPS, I thought I was legal, drove to the BBQ illegally! Need another trophy for nest year "the dumb trucker award".

I like the trophies and suggest maybe just change the color each year. I suggest each year we take extra pistons to the BBQ so that Tim always has a supply.

[Young Ed]

Paul how is the weight on the serial tag labeled? They usually gave a max weight which is vehicle plus max cargo.

[Dave72dt]

I think you'll find the tag reads GVW 4600, Gross vehicle weight).   That means vehicle and load up to a total of 4600 lbs on the scale.  Most 1/2 tons will be licensed in the 4500 # bracket or approximate #s where your state does the #'s break.  The licensing fees probably change  with different load ratings.  WI has license breaks at 4500, next step up is 7000 with increases in fees for every step all the way up throught the semis and trailers.

 

All those test runs were illegal too but you knew that.  Parking an unlicensed, unregistered vehicle on any public street here is illegal plus according to village town or city ordinances, if they're uncovered on private property, can be considered "junk" and fined  daily. 

Edited April 9, 2013 by Dave72dt

[countrytravler]

Had to weigh the truck for a license. The vin plate gives a weight of 4600 #, but the scale showed only 3400#. Someone must have swapped vin plates. So I have a date with the CHP next week. She gave me a one day driving permit for that date. OPS, I thought I was legal, drove to the BBQ illegally! Need another trophy for nest year "the dumb trucker award".

I like the trophies and suggest maybe just change the color each year. I suggest each year we take extra pistons to the BBQ so that Tim always has a supply.

I could be wrong, the tag shows the ball park weight plus the 1/2 ton (1000 lbs)on the tag being the truck is a 1/2 ton. 3400 + 1000 =4400 gvw. 200 lbs difference. Next time don't sit in the truck when its getting weighed. HAHA Edited April 10, 2013 by countrytravler

[Plymouthy Adams]

Don't do that for me, I'm a Badger fan. Although they are representing the Big 10, so I suppose it's OK.

only difference between a badger and a wolverine is the wolverine takes steroids

[ggdad1951]

only difference between a badger and a wolverine is the wolverine takes steroids

so many things I COULD say...

 

 

GO GOPHERS!

Edited April 9, 2013 by ggdad1951

[Merle Coggins]

This guy not running on all 6 yet. Give him a couple of BBQs. It was really a pleasure meeting you. See you next year. I vote that we have this 2 times a year. LETS VOTE!

 

I enjoyed talking with you too. I only wish I had spend a little more time around you and your trucks during the show. Just too much to check out, and too many guys to talk with.   A tough problem to have, right? For a Chevy guy from Detroit, you're alright.  ...

 

I like the idea of a second one, but I think it should be around here. (more on that soon)

[B1B Keven]

All I can say is 'WOW'!!!!!!

It was a genuine pleasure to meet everyone face to face. Well worth the 800 mile drive (one way).

 

Big thanks to Tim for letting us invade the ranch and putting this together.

 

If you can make this event, do it!!!!

 

There's not enough words to convey what's in my head. 

[buds truck]

well, we SHOULD have gotten a trophy for the earliest start and getting home the latest..... HAHAHAHHAHAA. We are now in Burns, Oregon and plan on planting ourselves for a couple of days to get relief from the driving. The BBQ was one of the highlights of my life and I would not have missed it for the world. Tim is an amazing host and the trucks were spectacular, not to mention all the great people. Next year I will be back if at all possible. I met some lifelong friends. Merle and Keven, I was honored to get to know you both and Tim, you are amazing.  Y'all need to mark your calendars for next April.

[B1B Keven]

Burns. What happened to Graeagle?

[pflaming]

There has been a quest for the passenger side vizor mount. I had one in my truck. Since I didn't have time to fix the visor I clamped a license plate on it with a small vice grip. NO ONE NOTICED!. There was so much to see and so many to meet and learn to know. I showed the group pic to my wife and she will travel up with me next year. I may look for a small RV for two adults and two kids to pull around. Lots of places to go in this valley with the mountains on wone side and the ocean on the other.

TIM. How many cattle do you run? I grew up on a wheat / cattle combo farm/ranch in Western Nebr.

[buds truck]

Burns. What happened to Graeagle?

 

Keven, Graeagle and all the surrounding campgrounds were closed. We had a loooooooong drive to find an open RV park that didn't look like they played "Deliverance" banjo music when you drove up....... We found an absolutely great RV park in Standish (we think), called the Days End RV Park. Outstandingly clean and well kept up.

[countrytravler]

buds truck, on 09 Apr 2013 - 20:39, said:

well, we SHOULD have gotten a trophy for the earliest start and getting home the latest..... HAHAHAHHAHAA. We are now in Burns, Oregon and plan on planting ourselves for a couple of days to get relief from the driving. The BBQ was one of the highlights of my life and I would not have missed it for the world. Tim is an amazing host and the trucks were spectacular, not to mention all the great people. Next year I will be back if at all possible. I met some lifelong friends. Merle and Keven, I was honored to get to know you both and Tim, you are amazing. Y'all need to mark your calendars for next April.

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Well said!!

Edited April 10, 2013 by countrytravler

[48Dodger]

I've been enjoying the compliments...can't lie, makes all the hard work worth it!

 

Here's the list of Trophy Winners for this year.

 

01.   Best of show (two L-6 pistons in a cross w/wood base)..Jerry Little
02.   Best daily driver...............................................................John Tishler
03.   Best L6 engine.................................................................Marty
04.   Best modified engine........................................................Marty
05.   Longest "in the family" truck.............................................Jerry Little
06.   Longest distance truck.....................................................Marshall Dunlap
07.   Longest distance traveled................................................Merle Coggins
08.   The "Wish You Were Here Award" (6 of 'em)*
09.   Oldest truck owner............................................................Hank Smith (81)
10.   Youngest truck owner.......................................................Jonathan Carlson (19)
11.   Best inprogress.................................................................Jonathan Carlson
12.   Best truck bumper (front or back)......................................Eric (Monkeytruck)
13.   The tough trucker award (twisted piston)..........................Paul Flaming
14.   Best wood/ flat/ or utility bed.............................................Jim Shepard
15.   Best non-mopar vehicle.....................................................Bill Stewart
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2008   Don Coatney
2009   Merle Coggins
2010   Hank
2011   Ed 
2012   Bud 
2013   Tim Adams

 

Thanks again to everyone for making this years BBQ so incredibly awesome!!!

 

48D 
         

[B1B Keven]

Keven, Graeagle and all the surrounding campgrounds were closed. We had a loooooooong drive to find an open RV park that didn't look like they played "Deliverance" banjo music when you drove up....... We found an absolutely great RV park in Standish (we think), called the Days End RV Park. Outstandingly clean and well kept up.

Wow, sorry to hear that. Standish is a neat little town. LOL

[Don Coatney]

...can't lie

I cant lie too. I gotta be there to keep all youns from talkin about me behind my back!

 

48D aka Tim, Suggest you build a helliport, Lear Jet and all small and large airplane landing strip, Amtrac station, Sun proof Taxi/smoking  rest stop, bicycle rack, mini bike re-fueling station, horse tie up rack, tire repair station, blacksmith shop, Pony Express stop, etc. I think you get the idea.

[48Dodger]

If you come out next year Don...I'll never be able to top it! lol...

 

You'd be a welcome guest, hope it happens.

 

48D

[Don Coatney]

Tim;

I do so much want to attend. But from the reports I have read both on line and off line my attendance would have no effect on your excellent hosting abilities. Admit it boy! You win! Your event was bigger than the BIG Race. Best thing to keep this forum on its toes sence the big race.

 

[48Dodger]

I don't know....."The Big Race" was huge.

 

I'm not sure it wasn't the reason Pete sold his ride.

 

You must be quite the opponent. I mean, you tied Pete in the "Parking" "Footing" and "Eating" trails. Very Impressive.

 

Not to mention the controversey of Bob actually winning the race.....I think we all know he was a lapped car. 

 

Could be Don, that you need another challenger......someone willing to match those blue shirts and sandals.......

 

Just maybe......

 

48D