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I had this put down on my enclosed
car hauler trailer when Mark replaced
my wood floors

Then I used Harbor Freight moving blankets
under every vehicle I transported.

Whatever oils or coolant got past the blankets
was easily cleaned up

FJ

David Woodworth’s parents ( in the front seat )
pulling a homemade travel trailer with a Model A.

This picture is from around 1932 when
his parents were moving to Anchorage, Alaska.

FJ

From a practical standpoint - it would be nice
if it had rear brakes - since it was restored
I think it would have to be weighed on a scale.

FJ

Spent about four hours with David
A big “ Thank You “ to Mike my sound engineer

FJ

This trip is done November 17th Odenton, Maryland To Murefreesboro, Tennessee Direct Enclosed Auto Transport Is Available FULL From Tennessee To Central California 20 feet - 6000 pound capacity - 82 inch rear door Custom all aluminum enclosed car hauler trailer with 11 foot rear door - load & unloa...

The Anheuser-Busch Kampkar version was an adaptation of Sam Lampert’s Lampsteed Kampkar that was sold as a kit to fit onto a standard Model T chassis that could be ordered at your Ford Agency or Dealer for $535 that was shipped by train. 3A0E2603-5B07-44AD-BD71-3ED56AD4EC32.jpeg 874FDAED-D245-4712-A...

In Miles City, Montana …
I visited yesterday …

@ https://youtu.be/LWT8pVC9SEk

FJ

My Favorite Family Museum … The Volo Museum Northwest Of Chicago I first met Patriarch Greg Grams in April of this year when I delivered Herb’s Model T Telescoping Apartment Camper. Today marked my fourth visit. Exclusive video of The Titanic Exhibit due to open Spring of 2023 …. @ https://youtu.be/...

FJ

Many years ago I bought this truck in Wheat Ridge, Colorado . 0F910FEC-7448-4875-964E-5D82496B2568.jpeg It had a current valid Colorado title. I kept it in storage there for a few months until I could schedule transport into the Denver area so I could pick it up. At that time I was hauling with an o...

Freighter Jim, I DID NOT BUILD THIS TRUCK. Maybe you should ask before you accuse. AND, there is NO Grandfather exemption. If you didn’t put the three year old body on … Who did ? Did you buy this as is ? Did it come with a title and/or registration ? If so - what was the body style listed as ? You...

Thank you all for the comments and suggestions. FJ's comments make a guy wonder: Is he being sarcastic or expressing his true feelings? So, if the comments are true feelings and if I take the third option, I would always have him to haul my vehicles for me as long as I paid for it. You re-bodied th...

This may well be the shape of things to come. I was denied/failed inspection based on ONE thing: WOOD BODY. The Colorado State Patrol does not believe a wood bodied vehicle is safe to drive on the road. Thus, a wood bodied vehicle is NOT Road Worthy. This is a Currier Horseless Carriage body approx...

Bill

Here is a shop in Memphis:

@ https://custom-springs.com/

FJ

Well I guess giving massages out in a Walmart
Parking lot is one way to earn money ….

FJ

If you are in charge of trying to keep a trailer full headed in a general direction - then it doesn’t matter when one package arrives in the trailer at it’s final destination … It only matters to who is expecting that package and who shipped it …. The same applies to vehicle transport. You get what ...

He should take the scenic route and drive it at 45 mph.
Any faster than that and he is rolling the dice.

FJ

That is not a small camper and the height needs
to be measured from grade to the top of
the rooftop ac unit to determine if it needs
to go on a lowly trailer.

No one I know has the equipment to transport this:

FJ

image0 (13).jpeg This trip is done September 23rd Direct Enclosed Auto Transport Available For Your Running Or Rolling Vehicle Leaving Billings, Montana ... Taking The I-90 & I-94 Corridor West Traveling Thru ... Bozeman - Butte - Missoula To Spokane, Washington To Pick Up 20 feet available - 6000...

Join me as I take a guided tour with
Executive Director Miss Mary Ann …

@ https://youtu.be/pd-3An3YGY4

FJ

Still for sale

FJ

I recently put another enclosed car hauler trailer into use. Instead of a 12K Harbor Freight winch I thought I would try something different. I am very pleased with this winch. The gearing is low which means the line speed is slow which is perfect for loading & unloading. There is 50 feet of synthet...

Simpler Times

@ https://www.mtfca.com/discus/messages/7 ... 1508204448

FJ

“ Housecar “ or “ House Car “ is the correct term. Some states still have the term as a motor vehicle classification for title & registration purposes. Practical examples that were actually used were often hand built by a cabinet maker usually on a one ton truck chassis. Then trips were attempted th...

I just dropped off this Austrian Military Vehicle in Florida that saw service in Switzerland that I picked up at The Volo Museum in Illinois. 551C6957-A9DE-4A5B-B7A6-77AF42D0C01C.jpeg 89348881-4D00-4E77-867D-BC302AA58DB6.jpeg This trip is done August 27th Direct Enclosed Transport Available From Bo...

At the pick up in Bonita, California ….

FJ

I remember several years ago you helped
transport Jay & Barbara’s Model T Town Car
from the MTFCA Museum in Richmond to
the new owner’s home in Ohio ? if I remember
correctly Tim ….

FJ

This 1929 Ford AA Truck as found in the foothills of El Campo, California around in the early 1970’s by Bob’s family when they were out motorcycle riding and on a return visit his Dad made the owner an offer to buy it which was accepted. AA1F27CA-C783-4EE8-A7A8-3621585ED1D4.jpeg The truck was owned ...

Looks like fun Tim ….

FJ

I don’t know if this is what you bought ….

@ https://youtu.be/ih6n0guHqYA

FJ

I found a sprint car trailer on Facebook

FJ

Looking to purchase all aluminum enclosed
car hauler trailer minimum 30 foot floor space.

Minimum 7 foot rear door clearance.
Prefer coffin front & bumper pull.

What do you have ?

Call or Text

FJ
260-804-6695

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Fj

In a small Alabama town there is a small business
owner who has filled over 40 feet of wall space
with witty signs covering every subject:

I took this video today ….

@ https://youtu.be/K9O0uadr1io

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FJ

A great museum serving the public has
driving lessons to give you an unforgettable experience:

@ https://lemaymarymount.org/about/model-t-experience/

FJ

<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> This trip is done August 27th Direct Enclosed Transport Available From Boston, Massachusetts I can pick up in the surrounding area 20 feet - 6000 pound capacity - 82 inch rear door I have vehicles waiting to be picked up in: Spokane, Washington Jupiter, Florida I woul...

Congratulations Mr. Tom Carnegie

Congratulations to all who entered as well.
What an endeavor to undertake and participate in.

FJ

I drove off my route to visit my good friend Greg Grams at The Volo Museum in Volo, Illinois today …. 😉 I did my first advance notice Live Stream on Facebook - entered a building to video and one of the first things I see is my friend Herb Spies Model T Telescoping Apartment up on display in Buildin...

What A Day 😯 I drove off my route to see my favorite museum and see what’s new …. I spent a few hours at The Volo Museum and had lunch with my good friend Greg Grams. Herb Spies Model T Telescoping Camper is up on display …. 👍 Greg drove me around and I got a behind the scenes look at the new Ford V...

This morning I picked up this
1910 Sears High Wheeler in
Jamestown, New York ….

I took a You Tube video at pick up:

@ https://youtu.be/n0PZ34v9qKc

Thanks for the comments.
I Transport To Travel
I Travel To Tell
Stories From The Road

FJ

As luck would have it - I am in Erie. I picked up this Sears 1910 High Wheeler this morning in Jamestown, NY. 8FA58E19-641E-43F1-B1DC-6024E34B2C0A.jpeg I am headed west on I-90 to Joliet, Illinois where my next pick up is - but I am in no hurry - I have room in my enclosed trailer for a Model T - if...

Yesterday I dropped off Tom Rootlieb’s Model T Early Brass C Cab in Medina, Ohio 0BE2C97E-9136-4411-9A5F-B728EA5CF704.jpeg 060C234D-BFC4-4CFE-8457-A410CE80ECE5.jpeg Then it was off to Creston, Ohio for a late afternoon drop off of this Model A E1B83006-52EC-40BF-BD8E-7C2C25A733F9.jpeg FJ

Bernhard 👋 When you messaged me in advance of your trip - I gave you specific advice. I also recommended you have a detailed discussion with Dean Yoder who has the single most first hand experience traveling the United States in a Model T vehicle. With as much experience as he has …. Things still go...

Trying to keep a 30 foot enclosed trailer full is a challenge as I travel the Country. June will mark the first full month where all of my scheduled trips are anchored by Model T Transport from the previous month into the following month and continuing into the next month …. 👍 Here Is A Map Of All M...

Hello Wayne

Harbor Freight 2500 pound 12VDC
electric winch w/ wireless remote

@ https://www.harborfreight.com/automotiv ... 56258.html

Sometimes they go on sale ….

FJ

CatGuy wrote: ↑
Wed Jun 01, 2022 10:22 am
Will you be on Facebook? Hope to see dates of when you might be in certain areas. It looks like you'll be a few miles south of me at one point and I might be able to get away to see the convoy.

He messaged me thru FB.
His FB profile:

@ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008197204645

FJ

Memorial Day Weekend was busy …. It started Thursday morning with a visit to my friend Erik in Auburn, California to pick up a 1914 Ford Model T that he recommended to his customer I should transport. Here is a video about Erik: @ https://youtu.be/Lprgyg5D-sw Then it was off to Fullerton, Californi...

I need better sound quality.
I record with an IPhone 10SX.
I need to get a boom microphone.
If someone stays on my shoulder
the sound is ok - but if they move
away the sound quality diminishes.

FJ

I stopped by today:

@ http://www.rootlieb.com/

Took a video of the manufacturing process:

@ https://youtu.be/3NnyWxey0Mg

FJ

I have recommended Erik to
several Model T owners over the years

FJ

Video link to Erik Barrett explaining the modifications
required to add an electric starter to
a 1914 Model T:

@ https://youtu.be/Lprgyg5D-sw

FJ

Erik

Sorry you couldn’t stay for breakfast.

I remember your t shirt from Bakersfield Swap
a few years ago …

FJ

Martynn

John has graciously offered to mentor Norman.

Thank You John

FJ

FJ

Is there a forum member who lives near
Topanga, California who would be willing
to give driving lessons and serve as a Mentor
to a new Model T owner ?

FJ

Picked up a 1955 Ford Station Wagon yesterday in the Boise, Idaho area that sold new in Napa. Original owner sold it to another Idaho Native a few years ago - he sold to a gentleman in Los Angeles, California & recommended me for transport …. 529CDA71-341C-449C-AC4D-75FB5984EBD0.jpeg 7978DF1C-27E8-4...

I don’t think so ….

FJ

You might want to call Mark Atkins
in Richmond, Indiana.

I don’t know how busy he is
but I would take your car to him.

Call me if you want his number.

FJ
260-804-6695

FJ

Not quite that old ….

@ https://youtu.be/XXIDsgX2DVs

FJ

I am very sorry to hear this.

My sister is dying of a Glioblastoma Multiforme now.
I lost my other sister to a Glioblastoma Multiforme
back in 1998.

For many Folks it seems the couple years
have been hard on Families.

FJ

FJ

Find somewhere that has a certified scale. Local landscape material supply - truck stop. Weigh your trailer loaded with the vehicle. Reweighs are usually free if done in a few days. Don’t take on fuel or any other payload that would change the weight. Go drop off your vehicle & reweigh. The differen...

The Military Exhibit:

@ https://youtu.be/H9BnClpfADI

FJ

If you are considering purchasing a Model T
then choose on that has a fairly recent
documented engine rebuild.

There is an increasing shortage of
Model T engine parts as time passes.

Improved crankshaft availability is uncertain.

That is the foundation of an improved engine rebuild.

FJ

Herb’s 1916 Telescoping Camper
on a 1922 Model T Chassis found
a new home at The Volo Museum
in Volo, Illinois along with
The Shriner Tribute Car ….

FJ

My favorite exhibit was The Carousel & Music Building:

@ https://youtu.be/ToOfJ52-8Sg

FJ

The Main Car Sales Showroom:

@ https://youtu.be/UswwbXlBDUk

FJ

The tour begins …

@ https://youtu.be/kTFj5KJNag0

FJ

Today I was fortunate enough to spend about four hours with Greg Grams. Greg is the co-founder of The Volo Auto Museum. This is a unique endeavor which has evolved from an antiques business to a car broker sales dealership to what today is the largest indoor privately owned car dealership business h...

D1FADF37-397E-4834-9CB1-6CB77EEC338D.jpeg Some folks should take the time to watch the video and read the article in the link before they comment 💡 Daniel calls what is happening “ Litigation Abuse “. I agree 👍 Daniel’s family has occupied the property since 1952 - that is 70 years. Currently Danie...

The first link works on my IPhone.
Try this other link:

@ https://amp.sacbee.com/news/local/article260208375.html

FJ

Don’t buy a used trailer unless you have
someone with actual real life experience
go with you to check it out

FJ

Happy Easter From The Road … 🛣

FJ

marctee wrote: ↑
Sat Apr 16, 2022 10:48 pm
wow , that rover looks great

It is going up for sale ….

FJ

This is the City Of Sacramento.
Not a Homeowner’s Association.

FJ

Sounds like a fun tour

FJ

I am dealing with an issue now on my 1996 Ford 7.3 PSD that caused a catastrophic cooling system failure. I am nearing the end of a 45 plus hour Greyhound bus ride from Florida to Arizona to pick up my back up truck. No way would I ever buy a new vehicle of any type - let alone a diesel tow vehicle....

And it ain’t even Beverly Hills ….

@ https://apple.news/AJFIeAzy4TnKMnWbGkW7Rjg

FJ

Shop Labor billed @ $125 an hour is not
“ Made In China “ ….

FJ

The last six months have been the most expensive for me in terms of equipment maintenance & repair required to stay on the road …. 💰 As I type this - I am on a Greyhound bus traveling along Interstate 10 towards Houston, Texas. I was supposed to pick up Herb’s Telescoping Apartment Camper on Monday ...

Sold and Paid For In Full

FJ

Folks usually post from their little corner
of the Big Room.

The period from December 2021 to Present
has been the worst driving weather in the
16 years I have on the road year round
traveling The Big Room.

Every year it is getting worse.

FJ

I just completed my longest single vehicle transport this week covering 5700 miles to pick up this 1956 VW Oval Convertible Bug in Seattle, WA and deliver it safely to Jacob in Naples, Florida. 2EEB808E-CD95-4F42-BABE-73DB5FCA2A80.jpeg 9AA5189B-1195-4238-8033-C393961B0C3D.jpeg B112FF2E-595F-4687-AE...

SOLD ON April 12th, 2022

Wrong category.

Please move to vehicles for sale.

FJ

Jerry Kramer ….

FJ

I love the museum HATE the orange ratchet strap on the snow mobile. NOT very historically correct. Rope or leather would be more appropriate. Would you put the Mona Lisa in a plastic frame? You know nothing of the History of The Haunted Snowmobile 🙄 I transported that several years ago from New Ham...

John

Thanks for referring me to transport.
Hope it arrives safely with who
your Buyer uses

MW in Albuquerque

You need to post more but
I think your Grandchild
keeps you busy and
Susan’s Excellent Cooking
and Baking keep you Content

FJ

For your consideration - this is how I safely
secure a Model T or a Model A or an Early Brass Car
for transport in my custom built car hauler trailer:

@ https://youtu.be/hYTGYxw34Pc

FJ

Dan

I used to do the same thing.
But for the past couple years Ben Yoder
has been servicing my trailer in Iowa
and he does exactly what Dexter recommends.

FJ

I just greased my EZ Lube hubs on my trailer. EZ Lube spindles have the zerc at the end of the wheel spindle. It feeds the grease to the wheel bearings from a small hole thru the center of the spindle between the inner & outer bearing. If your inner bearing seal is intact the grease will fill and be...

This will be a new record for me … One I don’t really want to have … Due to the sudden rise in #2 diesel prices it is actually cheaper right now to pay for unloaded miles than to gamble at what the cost will be in a week or a month. I left Phoenix, AZ on Friday … FJ 30905B3A-94CD-4E28-AA97-209139A1D...

Michael

Closest thing us old guys get to Christmas Morning
and presents under the tree

FJ

Keith,

Arrive Thursday morning.
Find a place to park and walk the vendor line.
You will see folks you know and meet new friends.

There is a decent shower in the new building
along with decent food served early in the morning.

Enjoy ….

FJ

Measure the car in question.

FJ

Dodged some storms and did a trade between fiends from Georgia to Iowa & back 👍 1378AD87-C3B0-41C9-8B91-B636D6C6924A.jpeg 27B53B2B-9E8D-465B-9E18-EC80C330BEC6.jpeg A11492A6-6230-456D-875F-59B13EC05A87.jpeg 0B25F548-89C5-4D28-BA3D-0BE6E3EFB0D2.jpeg Then I picked up this beautiful 1969 Camaro SS Conv...

The Buyer has bought close to $2,000,000
on BAT in the past several months ….

@ https://bringatrailer.com/member/vancekershner/

FJ

Bump for Herb

FJ

If you are going to Chickasha Spring Swap just to sell …
Stay home and sell your stuff on the internet.

If you want to meet up with folks you haven’t seen
in awhile - stretch your legs - meet new friends …

Maybe sell some stuff or buy some stuff …

Plan a trip

FJ

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