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[HarryS]

Sad story about Howard. I'm sure it was a final comfort to him knowing he had you as a friend.

[NoClueJoe66]

Glad you made it out there and back ok buddy...Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend and your a good man for doing what you did.

[hatcity]

Sorry for the loss of your mentor.

people like you are hard to find in this world. willing to drop everything and go at a moments notice.

Karma will see you well

Glad that you are ok

[Eastcoastdiesel]

This made me tear up! I am very sorry for your loss. He's trucking that highway in the sky

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[1958 F.W.D.]

You owe us no explanations Mark. You did what you had to do to help out your friend take care of business. I am glad to hear that you were able to spend a few good days with him and enjoy a meal and drinks together, and that you were there when he passed. He knew that you were there.

He may be gone physically but his spirit will live forever in your heart. Godspeed to your friend, and my condolences.

[vision386]

Wanted to take a minute to thank all my BMT friends for the kind words and thoughts. I didn't do what I did looking for an "Atta Boy" or anything else,just thought I did what needed to be done. I've always hoped should I ever need some kind of help there would be someone who'd help me if I needed it.

You all have been a big help to me dealing with this,and I wish I had room (or typing skills) to thank you guys each and all!.

Just know all your thoughts and prayers are appreacieated.

Gearhead,to answer your question,i took Howards truck to Cheney,WA a small family owned flatbed operation,with I think 5-6 trucks,the owner bought Howards truck as a starter truck for his son,his intent is to run the western 11 pulling a step-deck. Howards truck was set-up to pull a flatbed,and all the flatbedder B.S. went with the truck (chains,binders,straps a brand new Merritt Headache rack etc.) along with a new set of tire chains,four singles and a set of three railers..

it took about 2 grand to get the truck in shape to run,the Volvo hospital in Great Falls ,MT put in a new injector cup,and back half ot the trans. then ,i spent 3 days detailing the outside and interior,i had all the aluminum cut/polished on my way out.

The new owner was VERY happy with what he bought,especially since I explained the circumstances.

I do have to admit,i think 500 horse,with 3:35 rears behind an 18 speed is a lot of truck for a new guy!

But it's a done deal now, hard to believe it's over with.

I guess my point is this,the old time guys (such as myself),and many here on BMT are going away WAY too fast, the new generation just doesn't "get it" yet another reason I'm truly thankful for all my BMT friends,God bless you all!

Mark

[gearhead204]

Mark: thanks, ya a 500hp. starter truck should do well as he starts into winter driving HA HA Cheney is about 150 miles from me, just a country stones throw!