I sure could use some help.. NORTH EAST TN.
 

Guys a while back i got run over by a large farm tractor. I really could use some help installing a 350 and 350 trans in my 1972 c10. Engine is complete. Just get it in and hooked up, hood rad etc back on etc. I have a shop, truck is on ramps level etc. I have a reman p/s box i,d like to install. All needed tools, large a-frame crane and compressor. The only thing i,am short is 2 legs to stand on as i,am wheel chair bound. I live in n.e. Tn. Kingsport .to be exact. I,ll pay you. Its my d/d and i really need it. I hate to impose / ask etc. But i,am up against it. If you could help i,ll do my best for you in return.
Regards
bob

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Man sorry to hear your situation wish I could help. Take care heal fast.
NGN
Nick

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I hope someone close can help you out. Get better soon!

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Man, if I were not a state and a half away I'd round up another pair of hands and lend you a hand. Very sorry to hear of your troubles and I hope some locals can get you fixed up soon.

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Do you have a shop, and a Cherry Picker?
Are there any time constraints?
I’m down south of Newport, but I don’t currently have a shop to work in.
Next week I start pouring the slab for my new Shop.:metal:

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That really hurts doesn't it? I did the same thing 2-1/2 years ago on fathers day weekend. Luckily for me I was driving my B series Kubota which doesn't weigh all that much but messed my left leg up for about 3 months. Didn't break anything but had massive tissue damage and bruising. Get well. If I were closer I'd swing by and get that finished for ya.

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thanks guys . pray 4 me ok

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You have my prayers! I wish I could help but too far from NH.

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Hopefully there are some TN guys out there that can help you out. I know I'd be there if I was close enough. Maybe a board member w/some younger kids?

It would be a great teaching moment to help someone out.

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I hope you can find help quickly, if I was near by I would do it for free just to help another truck guy out.

More important than finding help, I wish you the best of luck in continued recovery and health.

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I have a really bad back but if I were closer you can bet I would be there.

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If I were in your local I would be there, spot on.

Someone is going to be a part of your new life real soon....Sucks to hear about the dilema, yet as you know a new door will open again.

KEEP THE FAITH! everything else comes and goes!

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Man, where are all the members from that corner of TN/VA/KY? Back when I joined here there was quite a gathering from that area and they seemed to be well acquainted, got together on occasion, and I'd think they'd do a thing like this in a jiffy. I wish I were closer or even able to travel down one weekend soon. My transportation situation is limited to local these days.

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i forgot to mention the old engine and trans is out.

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I would love to help also. Hope you get some volunteers and with this site u am sure you will.
Take care
Ron

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Post up some pictures of what your working on/with , Is it in a garage , Sitting on concrete ? Do you have all the needed correct hardware ready to go ? vacuum lines/hoses/belts , Engine lift / floor jacks What all do you need done ? just drop it in or running ready to go ? I'd like to see you get it done but I can't spend days digging thru cans and boxes looking for parts and hardware ? :chevy:

:wop:

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its real hard for me to get in my shop as my legs dont work. i,am a retired owner/operator trucker. my shop is 80x80 FT concrete floor , 16 ft A FRAME CRANE ALONG WITH A H/D CHERRY PICKER TROLLEYS AND 2 CHAIN FALLS, 120 GAL COMPRESSOR , ALL AIR TOOLS. FRANKLY ITS A REAL NICE POST STEEL BUILDING. FLOOR WILL NEED TO BE SWEPT AS I,VE NOT BEEN ABLE TO. NEW ENGINE IS COMPLETELY DONE BUT NEW TRANS ISNT CONNECTED. GUYS I JUST CANT WALK......................... I ALSO HAVE A ENGINE TILTER. THERE WILL BE NO LIFTING OR TUGGING . I,VE SET MANY ENGINES IN MY LIFE I MAKE IT EASY AS SEMI ENGINES ARE LARGE........... SAFETY IS NUMBER 1

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Come on guys. Lets go and make it a weekend to help out this guy. I'll travel up there if some other guys can come up. If we all team up together we can get it done. It will be like a Red neck Garage squad if somebody would video tape us.

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I,ve got 2 spare bedrooms. A weekend is plenty of time, really 1 good day should do it. I,ll buy the viddles but sorry no booze

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Bob,

God bless you. You have my prayers. Keep your faith and hope. It will happen!

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I am so sorry for the situation you are in. I hope you are able to recover?

I myself have 2 destroyed shoulders and understand needing to get help, it is not easy to ask for help. I wish I was closer I would help as much as I could. Good luck I hope you find your help, soon!

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Come on guys, you mean to tell me that there is no one close enough to help this member out, If I wasn't 80 years old and living in Idaho I would be there in the morning. He says he has a lift, garage, all he is asking is 5 or 6 hours of your time, surly some of you could spare some time to a fellow member who needs help.

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The lord will provide and send his blessing to all. Thanks guys

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Any idea what weekend would work for a group? Getting close to the holidays so time is getting tight. I am about three hours away but could make the trip if we could get someone closer to coordinate a day for people to show up.

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I am almost 5 hrs away but I would come if some other guys or gals come.

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I googled Kingsport from me... 937miles.
13.5hrs in good traffic.

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I will pay someone 300.00 dollars cash to do it to help this guy I am to far away but I am the cash dude

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38.5 hours & 2541 miles for me......wish I was close would be a fun and rewarding experience.

Blake

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Ditto. I would def step-up to help a fellow site member.

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Can't fly cause I didn't get the jab......to long to drive c'mon Tennessee!

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Ditto.

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Thanks big bird. B4 you come lets give some time k. I,ll get some pictures posted of my engine on stand.
Bob

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Glad you posted this Seanext.
Great way to put that.

Every since I have seen this Post.
I have been trying to work details out myself.

I am willing to help.
I have several things that limit me.
But nothing like Bob's (BCOWANWHEELS) limits.

I am 3.5 hours away.
The limitations,
I have are not my own,
But for others that depend on me,
and my job.

I am staying tuned in for details.

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That’s such an awesome gesture. These kinds of threads remind me how good most of the members on here really are. I really wish I could come participate, if it weren’t for the 1700 miles between us I’d be there. I do love watching a good deed unfold though. Kudos to those who step up and sacrifice a little bit to get this done, even if it means “digging thru cans and boxes”. God will undoubtedly bless you for it.

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Now fellas, no way could i except that great of generosity of $ 300 bucks. Also driveing long distances. You blesse3d my heart more than it runnith over. Let try to keep the drive to members closer please. I think a good full day should make a huge dent in the job dont you think. 10 bolts takes care of engine,trans, x-member hoses rad and condenser n hood. Steering box is 3 bolts n and out........2 p/s hoses which are new. Vac lines, throttle cable.TRANS COOLER LINES N DRIVE SHAFT SPEEDO CABLE

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I'm 6 hours away and preparing for a trip north, otherwise I would be there in a heartbeat to help. Members of this board have always been good to me and I eventually want to pay that forward. I hope you find help close by and wish you a speedy recovery

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I,am gonna ask some local young fellas to help me get as much done as possible b4 anyone comes. Like bolting eng. To trans.and a few other things a non skilled helper can do with guidence. Also have to install starter.... Etc

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Have you posted on other forums on this site? Members w/other yr. trucks maybe live in your area and could lend you a hand.

I pretty much just look at the '67-'72 msg. board, The Blazer's, and the general mechanical forums. I rarely look at the other years forums on this site.

Your request reminded me of many times over the years having people just voluntarily jump in and help me get something done. Not keeping score but I feel I've received more help than I've given.

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You might check with the local high school shop class or maybe boy scouts. Start thinking out of the box for groups that would like to help but don't know that you need them.

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SCOTI,
Pick me up when you pass through Arkansas and I'll help split the costs. :) By the time you get to my place we'd only have 650 more miles to go. One long day of driving would cover that.

Seriously, I'd be willing to donate $$ too if it would help cover some costs for more local guys to show up for a weekend to knock this out.