View Full Version : We're Loaded Up!!
cv2065
07-13-2018, 11:56 AM
Just received confirmation from Jolene at Stewart that my kit is being loaded up today and will deliver next Tuesday or Wednesday! So, all in all, kit was done on 6/16 and will be delivered roughly a month after. Not too bad with everything factored in. Pics to follow!
Thanks again to everyone for the prep advice and build threads. I'm ready for action!
doddmoore
07-13-2018, 01:03 PM
That is great news! Can't wait to see the build!
cv2065
07-13-2018, 02:47 PM
Sigurd should also be on the same truck!
GoDadGo
07-13-2018, 04:28 PM
Cool Daddeo!
Your life is about to change, very much for the better as long as you can keep a cool head and patient from this point on.
An Amazing Journey Is About To Begin That Will Change Your Life!
You'll get tested along the way and that's okay.
Good Luck From The Big Easy!
Sigurd
07-13-2018, 05:07 PM
Thank you very much my good man for pushing Stewart. I need to clean out the rest of the garage and come up with some money for the freight. This will be a good week/end!
I drove from WI to pick up my kit. I then took the drive a second time while on vacation. The first trip was a 3 day blur. 2200 miles, 36 hours of driving. On the second trip, we took our time. There is so much to see and do. Amish country in IN; The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; Wine country in Geneva OH; Niagra Falls, the Baseball Hall of Fame; Trillium Brewery; Tree top Brewery; Fenway; and Cape Cod. We did get in most of this list. Missed a few things. I took the plan tour the first time on a Sat. I was still recovering from an 18 hour drive and do not remember much. My wife and I stopped on a Thursday the second time around and took our time. We met Dave Smith and had a mini WI reunion. The atmosphere was much more relaxed and enjoyable.
My point, the drive is so worth it. If you can, make a trip out of it and enjoy it. My wife had a wonderful time. As we were leaving Saturday morning for our trip back to WI, my wife pointed out several Roadsters heading south to the Factory for the cruise that took place a couple weeks ago. We did discuss stopping there before heading back but decided to get an early start with hopes of beating the weekend traffic.
Rob
cv2065
07-14-2018, 11:18 AM
I drove from WI to pick up my kit. I then took the drive a second time while on vacation. The first trip was a 3 day blur. 2200 miles, 36 hours of driving. On the second trip, we took our time. There is so much to see and do. Amish country in IN; The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; Wine country in Geneva OH; Niagra Falls, the Baseball Hall of Fame; Trillium Brewery; Tree top Brewery; Fenway; and Cape Cod. We did get in most of this list. Missed a few things. I took the plan tour the first time on a Sat. I was still recovering from an 18 hour drive and do not remember much. My wife and I stopped on a Thursday the second time around and took our time. We met Dave Smith and had a mini WI reunion. The atmosphere was much more relaxed and enjoyable.
My point, the drive is so worth it. If you can, make a trip out of it and enjoy it. My wife had a wonderful time. As we were leaving Saturday morning for our trip back to WI, my wife pointed out several Roadsters heading south to the Factory for the cruise that took place a couple weeks ago. We did discuss stopping there before heading back but decided to get an early start with hopes of beating the weekend traffic.
Rob
Sounds like you had a great trip Rob. I thought about it doing the same, but one, we just took some vacation time out to Yosemite and Monterrey, so my next trip won't be until September some time. And two, the cost was going to be actually more than for Stewart to bring it. Can you believe that? A one way enclosed U-Haul trailer with gas for 1300 miles was more money. And that's me flying up to MA using my points! And plus, was thinking if Stewart brings it, anything happens, they take the hit, so why not enjoy the white glove service.
It was a good vacation. Monterey by the sea. Nice place. I grew up in CA. Stewart was my first choice but several considerations besides cost lead me to pick up my kit. I rented a 12' open trailer from Uhaul and pulled it both directions. It worked out well. used skid steer tires elevated the kit and made a good cushion. My actual costs to pickup my kit came in right under $900. The quote was $1500. Good luck with your build.
Rob
miller7448
07-15-2018, 06:21 AM
Just received confirmation from Jolene at Stewart that my kit is being loaded up today and will deliver next Tuesday or Wednesday! So, all in all, kit was done on 6/16 and will be delivered roughly a month after. Not too bad with everything factored in. Pics to follow!
Thanks again to everyone for the prep advice and build threads. I'm ready for action!
Nice to have warning. I was called and told my kit was on the truck and 7 hours away, they could be there late that night or early next morning. Changed flights and took delivery as the sun was setting last weekend.
cv2065
07-15-2018, 09:34 AM
Nice to have warning. I was called and told my kit was on the truck and 7 hours away, they could be there late that night or early next morning. Changed flights and took delivery as the sun was setting last weekend.
Warning is definitely good for planning purposes. Glad you got it worked out and was able to take delivery!
Sigurd
07-15-2018, 09:57 AM
Just got the Call, the Stawart truck will be on Merritt Island this afternoon / evening!
cv2065
07-15-2018, 11:57 AM
Just got the Call, the Stawart truck will be on Merritt Island this afternoon / evening!
Wow..that was fast!!
Sigurd
07-15-2018, 08:00 PM
Recieved
jrcuz
07-16-2018, 07:03 AM
We need pictures please. Now the fun begins, enjoy!
JR
G_Hodgkins
07-16-2018, 07:26 AM
Congrats! The build up here at factory five of kits that needed to go out was getting pretty big! It's great to see them go out and get delivered, have fun!
Sigurd
07-16-2018, 08:54 AM
We need pictures please. Now the fun begins, enjoy!
JR
89008
Does this work?
cv2065
07-16-2018, 11:17 AM
Driver is ahead of schedule and will be here late this afternoon. Nice!!
Sigurd
07-16-2018, 01:17 PM
Driver is ahead of schedule and will be here late this afternoon. Nice!!
Pm me if you need help unloading
cv2065
07-16-2018, 01:19 PM
Pm me if you need help unloading
Thanks for the offer Bud! Should have it covered. Have some family in town to help out.