Final Farewell
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Originally posted by Big Sexz
Take care and keep your head down. Take some Tang or kool-aid with the sweetener already added. I have a good friend over there now that I just talked to and he said to send those in the next care package because water gets old quick. He also said that today was 125º so if your unit didnt give you a camelpack you might want to get one.......not that you need something else to carry and all, but it's useful.
Thank you, look forward to hearing from you when you get back.
Take care and keep your head down. Take some Tang or kool-aid with the sweetener already added. I have a good friend over there now that I just talked to and he said to send those in the next care package because water gets old quick. He also said that today was 125º so if your unit didnt give you a camelpack you might want to get one.......not that you need something else to carry and all, but it's useful.
Thank you, look forward to hearing from you when you get back.
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i got my equipment manager to buy the camelpak today that has room for food in the back 
So i am happy...one guy that just msg from over there..is exactly where i am going to be...hope i get to meet him....Thanks for all the replies..you guys dont know how much it means when ppl say thanks ....cause at airports most ppl dont even care to say anything to us....feels good after the scarifice of our lives to be thanked again thanks soooooo much
So i am happy...one guy that just msg from over there..is exactly where i am going to be...hope i get to meet him....Thanks for all the replies..you guys dont know how much it means when ppl say thanks ....cause at airports most ppl dont even care to say anything to us....feels good after the scarifice of our lives to be thanked again thanks soooooo much
As with all others I certainly wish you Godspeed.
With regard to caring for the Zzz, I'm not sure the battery should be disconnected due to the number of systems that need to operate even when the car sits. Plus if someone is driving it they would have to hook it up each time.
Do some of you guys who know a hell-of-alot more about car mechanics than I have advice?
With regard to caring for the Zzz, I'm not sure the battery should be disconnected due to the number of systems that need to operate even when the car sits. Plus if someone is driving it they would have to hook it up each time.
Do some of you guys who know a hell-of-alot more about car mechanics than I have advice?
The minute your feet hit Iraqi soil, go right into survive mode. Don't ever let your guards down even when you are on R&R. Don't trust anyone!!!! Your ultimate goal is to see your love ones again. Always trust your first instinct, If something doesn't feel right to you, more than likely it isn't. REMEMBER THAT THIS **** IS URBAN WARFARE AND NOT LIKE THE **** THEY TAUGHT US AT FORT JACKSON OR WHEREEVER YOU TOOK BASIC AND AIT OR YOUR ACTIVE DUTY STATION. I'M ASSUMING FT. BRAGG.I MEAN THIS **** FROM THE HEART BRO, SO FROM ME AND THE REST OF US HERE ON THE FORUM DO THIS TOUR AND COME BACK SAFE.
AS WE SAID IN THE 1st CAVALRY DIVISION, FT HOOD, TX. (MY OLD DIVISION WHEN I WAS IN)
""""FIRST TEAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AS WE SAID IN THE 1st CAVALRY DIVISION, FT HOOD, TX. (MY OLD DIVISION WHEN I WAS IN)
""""FIRST TEAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Originally posted by The Brickyard Rat
Do some of you guys who know a hell-of-alot more about car mechanics than I have advice?
Do some of you guys who know a hell-of-alot more about car mechanics than I have advice?
In answer to Rat's post. (I'm not a master, but I've done this a few times.)
1. Do not park directly on concrete, corrosion will cause your undercarriage to rust. Lay some form of barrier between the vehicle & the concrete. (I have some old carpet that I use, but a plastic tarp will work just as well)
2. Put the car on jack-stands. This is if you're going to leave it sit for more than 6 months. Constant & Prolonged sitting will cause flat spots to develop.
3. Disconnect the the battery or use a battery tender(sp?) Again this is a timing thing. I use a tender for winter storage, but would totally disconnect for longer than 6months or so.
4. Change the engine oil immediately before AND after long storage. (some people say to overfill after you have a vehicle parked & set for storage. . .I dissagree & would only fill it to the normal settings)
5. Get a bottle of fuel stabilizer & use the correct amount. (Gasoline will turn to varnish if it sits for too long. Best bet for long time storage is to A) fill the tank completely & use the stabilazer B) Drain the tank & all fuel lines) I have done both & find option A to work best.
6. Cover car with a heavy duty car cover. (You're not going to be around to see what folks will be doing in the area you have your baby parked. Protect it the best you can)
7. Turn out the light after taking a last glance & close the door.
I usually also take the time to wash my car really well before I store it as well as make sure that there is a good coat of wax applied.
I pray for you to have a SAFE & QUICK tour !!!!
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Originally posted by Buff
First of all Thank You for your service.
In answer to Rat's post. (I'm not a master, but I've done this a few times.)
1. Do not park directly on concrete, corrosion will cause your undercarriage to rust. Lay some form of barrier between the vehicle & the concrete. (I have some old carpet that I use, but a plastic tarp will work just as well)
2. Put the car on jack-stands. This is if you're going to leave it sit for more than 6 months. Constant & Prolonged sitting will cause flat spots to develop.
3. Disconnect the the battery or use a battery tender(sp?) Again this is a timing thing. I use a tender for winter storage, but would totally disconnect for longer than 6months or so.
4. Change the engine oil immediately before AND after long storage. (some people say to overfill after you have a vehicle parked & set for storage. . .I dissagree & would only fill it to the normal settings)
5. Get a bottle of fuel stabilizer & use the correct amount. (Gasoline will turn to varnish if it sits for too long. Best bet for long time storage is to A) fill the tank completely & use the stabilazer B) Drain the tank & all fuel lines) I have done both & find option A to work best.
6. Cover car with a heavy duty car cover. (You're not going to be around to see what folks will be doing in the area you have your baby parked. Protect it the best you can)
7. Turn out the light after taking a last glance & close the door.
I usually also take the time to wash my car really well before I store it as well as make sure that there is a good coat of wax applied.
I pray for you to have a SAFE & QUICK tour !!!!
First of all Thank You for your service.
In answer to Rat's post. (I'm not a master, but I've done this a few times.)
1. Do not park directly on concrete, corrosion will cause your undercarriage to rust. Lay some form of barrier between the vehicle & the concrete. (I have some old carpet that I use, but a plastic tarp will work just as well)
2. Put the car on jack-stands. This is if you're going to leave it sit for more than 6 months. Constant & Prolonged sitting will cause flat spots to develop.
3. Disconnect the the battery or use a battery tender(sp?) Again this is a timing thing. I use a tender for winter storage, but would totally disconnect for longer than 6months or so.
4. Change the engine oil immediately before AND after long storage. (some people say to overfill after you have a vehicle parked & set for storage. . .I dissagree & would only fill it to the normal settings)
5. Get a bottle of fuel stabilizer & use the correct amount. (Gasoline will turn to varnish if it sits for too long. Best bet for long time storage is to A) fill the tank completely & use the stabilazer B) Drain the tank & all fuel lines) I have done both & find option A to work best.
6. Cover car with a heavy duty car cover. (You're not going to be around to see what folks will be doing in the area you have your baby parked. Protect it the best you can)
7. Turn out the light after taking a last glance & close the door.
I usually also take the time to wash my car really well before I store it as well as make sure that there is a good coat of wax applied.
I pray for you to have a SAFE & QUICK tour !!!!
Yes, and after you put the stabiliber in and fill the gas tank - you might want to drive it for just a few miles - so the gas with the stabilizer is in your gas line, etc - right up to the injectors!
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I know how you feel. I did it myself many years ago to a place in South East Asia. Take care, always watch your back and trust no one except your buddies. You will do fine. Good luck and THANKS!
Originally posted by AZZGUY
It's actually called a CAMELPAK ( doubt that it is regulation gear)
It's actually called a CAMELPAK ( doubt that it is regulation gear)
Harv
