A winter pastime
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Steve Jelf
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A winter pastime
It's really earlier than I need to, but I'm already researching campgrounds and planning routes for touring season. I'm not ready to go, but I'm ready to go, if that makes sense.
The inevitable often happens.
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Dallas Landers
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Re: A winter pastime
Perfect sense Steve. If you come trough Amish land, you have a place to stay. Not as bright as Walmart lot but stars are pretty bright.
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Steve Jelf
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Re: A winter pastime
I want to do the OCF trip again if they'll let me back in. 
The inevitable often happens.
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TonyB
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Re: A winter pastime
Planning T events is FUN
I’m planning on the Sierra Vista tour in February
Then Borrego in early March and the AZ speedster in in late March
Cal Dreamin’ in late April
Billings in July
Somewhere I have to plug in swap meets to Chickasha, Bakersfield and Long Beach
That enough planning for now.....
I’m planning on the Sierra Vista tour in February
Then Borrego in early March and the AZ speedster in in late March
Cal Dreamin’ in late April
Billings in July
Somewhere I have to plug in swap meets to Chickasha, Bakersfield and Long Beach
That enough planning for now.....
Tony Bowker
La Mesa, California
1914 Touring, 1915 Speedster, 1924 Coupe.
La Mesa, California
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StanHowe
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Re: A winter pastime
What is in Billings in July??
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Oldav8tor
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Re: A winter pastime
Steve,
I don't know why they wouldn't let you back in the OCF so let's assume a return to Michigan is in offing. If I may be so bold, I'd like to suggest a change in routing for your return trip.
For many people the only image they have of Michigan is Detroit and it's urban areas. For the real Michigan you have to get off the beaten track a bit. May I suggest that you consider a return route that would take you north from Detroit to the Mackinaw Bridge, thence west along the shore of Lake Michigan and into Northern Wisconsin, etc. Beautiful country - numerous secondary roads that are in great condition and go where you need to go, numerous Model T people with well-equipped shops and a penchant for helping distressed travelers, Walmarts and McDonalds at convenient locations along the route - everything for a great trip. I will personally extend my offer of assistance - from trailer services to a place to stay if you wish. Indeed, my door is open to anyone of the Model T community that wishes to experience the fair state of Michigan.
Whatever you decide, I wish you the best. Your journeys have been an inspiration to many, including me.
I don't know why they wouldn't let you back in the OCF so let's assume a return to Michigan is in offing. If I may be so bold, I'd like to suggest a change in routing for your return trip.
For many people the only image they have of Michigan is Detroit and it's urban areas. For the real Michigan you have to get off the beaten track a bit. May I suggest that you consider a return route that would take you north from Detroit to the Mackinaw Bridge, thence west along the shore of Lake Michigan and into Northern Wisconsin, etc. Beautiful country - numerous secondary roads that are in great condition and go where you need to go, numerous Model T people with well-equipped shops and a penchant for helping distressed travelers, Walmarts and McDonalds at convenient locations along the route - everything for a great trip. I will personally extend my offer of assistance - from trailer services to a place to stay if you wish. Indeed, my door is open to anyone of the Model T community that wishes to experience the fair state of Michigan.
Whatever you decide, I wish you the best. Your journeys have been an inspiration to many, including me.
1917 Touring
1946 Aeronca Champ
1952 Willys M38a1 Jeep (sold 2023)
1953 Ford Jubilee Tractor
1946 Aeronca Champ
1952 Willys M38a1 Jeep (sold 2023)
1953 Ford Jubilee Tractor
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Dallas Landers
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Re: A winter pastime
I must agree with Tim. Michigan has many great roads and some of the best scenery you can find. The Mighty Mac is a 5 mile view of the great lakes that cant be beat. I myself along with some friends are planning a couple trips on the back roads in Michigan again this year.
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tonny
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Re: A winter pastime
Steve glad to see you planning the next big trip, i hope no big break downs like last year 
succes with planning. and i love to see more video's on YouTube
succes with planning. and i love to see more video's on YouTube
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D.Yoder
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Re: A winter pastime
Me to
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jab35
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Re: A winter pastime
Tim is spot on. We drive that route every summer in modern iron, it's beautiful with little traffic. The west shore of Michigan north from Traverse City is perfect T touring habitat. Enjoy the ride! jb