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Thursday, November 29, 2018

Big Disappointment, Exploring The Past and Old Town.


Our Location today is at the Alamogordo/White Sands K.O.A. NM.

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It actually felt comfortable when we got up this morning, Having an overnight cloud cover to hold the warmth in as we slept was quite encouraging and The Weather Network was forecasting a comfortable high of 68 F (20 C) this afternoon.
As soon as we’d finished our breakfast I made a call to Darla the Service Manager at Vision Ford to see how the Truck was coming but only managed to leave a voice mail. We were soon opening Windows in order to keep the temperature comfortable. Darla called back to give us a rundown of what was happening.
We had some Chili that Kathy had made yesterday before heading to Vision Ford in downtown Alamogordo and Darla led us back to see our Truck. Kathy gasped as she saw it in a condition that she had never imagined, the Engine was quite visible and the Cab was lifted a good Six Feet Higher then it normally sits on the Frame. Richard had been busy removing the Parts that he had said were bad and more. The way that Ford designed the vehicle in order to reach certain components this is the only way to do it. This was the Worst Case Scenario.
The one thing that Richard was able to show us was that there was absolutely nothing wrong with the Front Engine Cover that Kieth the Service Manager at Broadway Ford in St Louis had insisted was broken back in March of this year. There was a problem with one of the Thermostats not staying latched in the Housing but not the Front Engine Cover. He will be working on the Truck today, tomorrow and Saturday but doesn’t think it will be ready until Tuesday. It was like being kicked.
Our next stop was Enterprise Car Rentals. When Eric came out we explained that we wouldn’t have the Truck back until Tuesday. We asked if there were cheaper vehicles to rent because that Pickup was really costing us and Kathy was having a problem getting in and out because there was no Step Bar. We left there driving a Toyota Sentra that Kathy can easily get in and out of plus we are saving Forty Dollars a day.
We went back to the Historic Downtown Area with plans to see one of the attractions that we had yet to see. Unfortunately it wasn’t open so we started walking up Main Street and looking at some of the shops. We found one called Victoria that had lots of unique items and they were reasonably priced. A few things started calling our names telling us they would make great Christmas Gifts for 2019. We actually had the chance to speak with Victoria herself and were told she has been running her shop at that location for Thirty-Eight Years. It turned into a short visit.
Heading in the direction of 10th Street when we stopped in Tularosa Basin Museum of History. It cost us each $3.00 to this exhibit. It covered not only the historic settlement of the Basin but Archaeological Discoveries of Native Settlements. It also showed pictures of the Ships and Submarines named the USS New Mexico that were used during WWII. Since New Mexico is used for Missile and Aircraft Development they showed articles on that. The most important was recognition given to individuals from New Mexico that climbed the political ladders.
Since it was after 4:00 we went to Arby’s where we enjoyed their 2 for $6.00 Greek Gyros and a Soft Drink for lunch. It felt good just to sit and relax as we discussed what is happening with the Truck.

The breeze seemed to be getting colder so after walking a few more blocks and checking a couple more Shops we headed over to Walmart. We only went there to get some walking in without being so cold. Instead we spent the next Two Hours gathering more Christmas Gifts for next year.

It was nearly 5:00 when we got back Home. After unloading the car I walked over to the Office to pay until next Tuesday night. They have left our Site closed to reservations until we are finally back on the road.

Not sure what we’ll be doing tomorrow but with Cooler and Wet Daytime Weather we are sure that we’ll find something. Thank you for following along and feel free to leave a comment.
Be Safe and Enjoy!

It’s about time.

Krackers

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8 comments:

  1. So sorry about the truck. I would be very unhappy by now but what can you do. At least you were able to get a cheaper rental car.

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  2. I sure hope the trouble you are having with the truck doesn't take away the joy of your time this winter.

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  3. Oh my .... so sorry to hear about your truck. I sure hope they get it fixed quickly and correctly. Maybe it's time for a new one?

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  4. I get sad reading about the truck. This is not how you wanted things to be. Hoping that this fix takes care of it for many years.

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  5. Well I'm a half full person...think how cold you would be if it happened just west of the US/Canada border. Brrrrrr! You would be in a motel.

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  6. Boy I hate to see the bill for the truck! ;( Glad you treaded in the truck rental..those costs add up so fast. Looks like the rest of the day was interesting though.

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  7. Ugh - I remember how it felt to see the cab of the truck removed and the massive pile of engine parts! Not a fun feeling! I hope they get you fixed up quickly! At least you are somewhere where there is stuff to do!

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  8. Oh no!! I can imagine your devastation when you got the news. However it does sound like you have a great mechanic who is detailed and thorough. Sounds like this will be the final fix. Hugs to you both.

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