I Broke The Coast-to-Coast Record In a Truck!

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[@jameslynch4042]

I need to make sure I'm not on any roads when this guy is driving a bomb at 100 mph without any sleep for 30 hrs.

[@mr.klutchrednose2700]

IF U DO HAPPEN 2 C HIM JUST MAKE SURE U GET OUT THE WAY MY FRIEND 😁😁😁😁

[@rirebel6029]

Don't go anywhere in the country where is snows we run on days of no sleep with 200 gallons of fuel and 10x the weight of this truck lol

[@slycarlo8747]

Take the limiter off that truck and it can hit 140 with a 6.2L, gotta make sure you’ve got a short wheelbase if you’re doing that or upgrade the driveshaft.

[@rirebel6029]

@slycarlo8747 with the edge juice in my old 6 liter f350 it removes the top speed limiter. Truck gears out at 137mph but the brakes are useless at that point

[@rirebel6029]

​@singlekcnormally under 300 gallons on the rig but 6000 gallons on the trailer going around to fill up gas stations !!!

[@benzina5917]

Great story. The security guy at the Portofino really needs to be briefed as to the significance of their hut. It seems like the final challenge for every Cannonballer is to explain to the security guard why they need a few minutes to park in front of his post to get some pictures :)

[@CannonballGMC]

They are definitely unimpressed for sure!

[@NSA-admin]

That is exactly what I thought too. I wonder if any 2 cannonballers have had the same security guard encounter them at the end on separate occasions.

[@nsh1980]

Seems like it would be wise to call ahead to him and let him know you have a C note for him if he can get you in quicker

[@KillerWhale806]

I was just imagining the training process for them "oh and one more thing. about once a month somebody is gonna show up in either a super car or a highly modified road car, It's gonna be dirty as hell, and they're going to stumble out stuttering and confused. Don't worry about those guys, they're cool.

[@OldNerdyMeathead]

He should put a diamond plate on the top of the fuel cell and a fake push button on each side and snapon stickers all over so it just looks like a large shop tool box in case he gets pulled over.

[@alexflosho]

I feel like that's a bit big for a tool box, at least he put it under a tonneau cover

[@pauls5745]

yeah like a false top. these vehicles are still evolving in this niche sport. stealth mods are a big thing

[@justwatchfor10min87]

@@pauls5745ima stop you at sport this is not a sport driving a car is not a sport nascar is not a sport. Please know this

[@SgtGrimlokk]

​@@justwatchfor10min87Look guys I found the Badass here.

[@stereotypicalwhitemale848]

@@justwatchfor10min87racing is a sport 😂

[@custos3249]

Now we just need someone to do a cannonball run exactly like this on the Dumb and Dumber minibike.

[@austinpatterson680]

Revzilla did a trip on a dumb and dumber mini bike, not this long. But a good watch

[@RobertSavello]

@@austinpatterson680 if I remember correctly, they said it was awful and nobody should ever do it.

[@kylepokorski6045]

I'm in when do we start

[@ThriftStoreHacker]

Someone wants to fund me, I'll do it on a folding ebike

[@joekavalauskas8767]

Ari Henning and Zack Courts!

[@BasicFolders]

Steve needs to read some audiobooks for Audible! What a voice and such a calming tone. The ultimate story teller. 👍

[@CannonballGMC]

I always think I sound weird but thank you!

[@BasicFolders]

@@CannonballGMC Well the likes prove otherwise. 😊

[@borismcfinnigan3430]

Sounds like you want to give him a wristy.

[@BasicFolders]

@@borismcfinnigan3430 Sounds to me like you don't listen to audiobooks or appreciate a good story being told by a good story teller or even appreciate the value of a bit of decency in an online conversation.

[@aronsingletary]

​@@CannonballGMCthat's because you are used to how you sound in your own head

[@VINwiki]

We appreciate Steve answering the second most asked Cannonball question. 1 - what about the bathroom? 2 - what about a truck with a bed full of fuel?

[@stevek917]

Did he answer the question about bathroom? Did I miss it in the video?

[@Hebdomad7]

If you're medically skilled it involves a catheter. If not a condom and or some tubing into a bottle. Or the Astronaut/Fighter pilot tactic of wearing adult diapers and doing what any toddler would do...

[@tommydeets]

My number one answer has always been how much did it cost to do your run?

[@lightningdemolition1964]

The bathroom question should have been number one and number two.

[@HiHoSilverAwaaay]

@@lightningdemolition1964 underrated comment ^

[@drivingbusiness7334]

Hard to think of a more deserving guy to sit in the seat. Steve is the best.

[@CannonballGMC]

Thanks man!

[@Onimalap]

@@CannonballGMCnice story and congratulations. You are definitely fitted for camera story telling. You look like a nice , honest, trustworthy person. Best of luck.

[@_Clem_H_Fandango_]

I was today years old when I found out the Chevy makes a Z60...

[@nemesiomartin1135]

Same bro and drive the same truck and mine is a z60 apparently

[@jeffer0987]

For real never heard of the thing z60 , but in Chevy language it's z06 pick up truck

[@marksman4004]

Found out I had a Z60 4 months ago.

[@stuartstogdill2406]

It really means nothing. Just lower springs and 20" wheels. For appearances only, not performance.

[@gunsrfun378]

@@stuartstogdill2406 lowering it inherently helps handling drastically. Wdym?

[@jguerra0117]

If anybody knows or owns this gen Chevy/GMC trucks, they know how much of an accomplishment this is.

[@daniels2761]

Dropped lifters, blown trans, pogo sticked rear end all possibilities

[@KrazieYoo]

Starter went out at 8,500 miles. Never seen anything like it haha. Replaced under warranty but that’s a damn shame.

[@arthurdavis1065]

Nothing like the amount of recalls Ford has had in the past 4 years. #1 most recalled vehicle is the F150. I've had 7 gmc/chevys in my business, never had any lifter issues on any of them. That's something the Ford guys made up to make gm look bad. Ford is also NOT the best selling truck in America when you combing GMC and Chevy ( as General motors) , very close to double what Ford sells.

[@adamsdrives]

Steeeeeve!!! The First Gentleman of Cannonball. You will never meet a nicer, more humble guy with a truckload of amazing stories.

[@CannonballGMC]

Thanks Adam!

[@gidnndhfh]

Yeah breaking the law putting innocent lives in danger😂😂😂😂. Great guy😂😂😂😂😂. 🤡

[@adamsdrives]

@@gidnndhfh Well Hon Hon, since you are apparently someone who has never done anything foolish, stupid, remotely illegal (including speeding on an empty road), I am excited to meet you! I see you only joined KZbin 3 weeks ago but hopefully you’ll put out some content or share more comments (this was your first on VINWiki). I look forward to hearing your stories or leaning more about how you contribute to people’s happiness in any way shape or form. 😬

[@2000freefuel]

OK next up is we need to see this done in a Diesel Pickup with underslung tanks to keep the center of gravity as close to the ground as can be. Maybe stop by and have a chat with Mr. Banks.

[@SpiderBite88]

Someone needs to do it in a peterbilt lol I’ll drive

[@scotcoon1186]

​@SpiderBite88 my uncle knew a guy in the early 80s. Guaranteed 3 day delivery anywhere in the continental United States. The 3406 was Cat's big truck engine at 14.6 liters. He was running a 3408- same bore/stroke, in a v8.

[@scotcoon1186]

2wd first gen Cummins, light weight compared to anything newer. Swap in an nv5600 or a zf6 with 3.07 rear end gears from the nonintercooled automatic. I've heard it claimed if you can turn them, you'll back out before you find top end. Ramcharger rear crossmember and tank in back, room for a couple custom fabbed tanks outboard of the frame. Use obs Ford switches and valving to change tanks on the fly. And have a working gauge for each tank. Downside: frame a little stiffer than a dry noodle, aerodynamics of a refrigerator. The second generation weighs more, but I'm not a fan of the fuel mileage with the p pump. Maybe a 24 valve. Still use the Ford switchgear to switch between tanks, and have to get the rear crossmember and tank fabbed, the ramcharger parts won't fit. Anything new is making too much power for fuel mileage.

[@s2upid]

If you're going to do it in a diesel "truck", the best candidate would be something like a Touareg or Cayenne with a 3.0TDI. Not really a true truck, but they have 26 gallon tanks from the factory, and get about 29mpg when you're sitting at about 85mph.

[@sirseven3]

I did it with a stock tank😂

[@richdiscoveries]

I absolutely love the fact that nobody tried to talk him out of it, that is fabulous.. Full Send Brother!!

[@gonzoprius3589]

Steve is such an inspiration and a true gentleman. Glad to finally see him make is debut in the chair!

[@CannonballGMC]

Thank you Jay!

[@mattcwatkins]

The practical man's version of the Cannonball..nice! And aspiring to make the vehicle itself legal to DOT standards..extra nice. Had an '03 Sierra Z70 myself...didn't know about the Z60. A bit like a 15 gallon cell I mounted to my motorcycle and wandered Nevada one 24 hour period. ;)

[@CannonballCC]

STEVE! So glad to finally see this story make it! The man behind my start in the cannonball community, forever thankful

[@CannonballGMC]

Thank you Mason!

[@N-Collective]

Was waiting for the day you told your story on here! I still stand by my tiktok statement that we should separate the full size suv/truck record from the “sports cars/sedans” it’s a whole different ball game doing a run in one of these compared to a machine that’s legit DESIGNED to maintain 140+ on the highway.

[@rrpgarage]

Steve is such a genuine guy and even better friend! Always a great story from him!

[@Diddley-js6lf]

Building a Tank is Very Simple. I have Every Tools Needed as I was a Truck Mechanic Since I was a You Kid. Ever Since I watch this Video I have been bouncing it around in my Head. I just watched three three Guys Who Drove a Saab From New York To California and Back To New York in 62 Hours. Installing an Electric Fuel Pump Between The External Tank To The Pickup Factory Tank So There Is Zero Problems With Fuel Flow..

[@RestlessMule]

As someone that has owned mostly half ton trucks over the last 25 years, this is especially impressive. As he shared his story I could hear Bette Midler’s “Wind Beneath My Wings” slowly fade in as a single tear of joy ran down my cheek.

[@Suhspencce]

Steve is a saint, literally one of the nicest people I've ever met

[@CannonballGMC]

But definitely not as fun as you!

[@kingcountrytowing]

Agreed, Steve is the nicest guy in cannonball, honestly the nicest guy ever, although he does resemble grizzly adams which I have super fond memories of.

[@Diddley-js6lf]

Building a Tank is Very Simple. I have Every Tools Needed as I was a Truck Mechanic Since I was a You Kid. Ever Since I watch this Video I have been bouncing it around in my Head. I just watched three three Guys Who Drove a Saab From New York To California and Back To New York in 62 Hours.

[@Thee_Sinner]

Dude built a moonshine truck lol

[@DoseofDustin]

You can tell this guy severly underestimated his pickup before he did it, gm pickups are built like tanks especially the older ones

[@Braisedin]

This is one of those videos I've been waiting for. I've been looking into a very similar thing. Now we are gonna see someone do the same thing and go for the overall speed record.

[@Loner2012AT]

This dude tells a good story. Hope he has more adventures to share.

[@RogerAlan]

I can vouch for Mr. Simpson being a generous resource. He took the same time seeing me through in the beginning. Awesome guy 👍🏼

[@CannonballGMC]

A true legend!

[@Sr.Fluffioso]

Finally a truck story. I am happy about this

[@shaunybonny688]

This cannonball stuff is freaking fascinating as hell.

[@Atlas.X9X]

I'm working on the record for slowest, most scenic coast to coast trip.

[@thersanothersidetome]

Technically aren’t we all

[@HiHoSilverAwaaay]

I better see Steve back on here after beating those 11 minutes.

[@CannonballGMC]

It’s a deal!

[@ranranran8316]

@@CannonballGMC awesome!!

[@johnwhitlock339]

​@CannonballGMC you sir just gained a subscriber good job

[@jttech44]

@@CannonballGMC You got 11 minutes in that truck, no problemo, just need the stars to align just a litttttle bit more.

[@specialksplaytime2385]

Wasn't attempted in a dodge or ford, he wanted to be sure he completed the trip

[@mikevee9145]

In the mid 90's my grandfather says he drove non-stop from Anaheim CA to Tampa FL for a fishing trip in a Ram 2500 with the V10. It had two custom fuel tanks he built himself and he says he made it in less than 30 hours because he had a boat catch. I don't know if the story is true, but the truck is, I've seen it myself.

[@scotcoon1186]

83 mph average. At 10 mpg (I'll be generous) that's over 250 gallon of fuel.

[@ThereAreNoHandlesLeft]

​@@scotcoon1186grandpa might have gotten confused about how timezones played with his timing.

[@spar1993]

Car guys knowing nothing about cars and trucks is hilarious. Just brochure knowledge lol

[@TheKidTunedIt]

GMC Sierra. The truck no one argues about.

[@Nervous29]

Love the Mischief shirt. Shout out to Dustin & Dado!

[@jasonrackawack9369]

Need a secondary prize for most bugs killed.....that truck has a big flat front end.

[@CannonballGMC]

It took hours to get it clean afterwards!

[@granthiggins3492]

@@CannonballGMC😂❤😂🎉

[@ThomasDuffyRE]

For all us truck guys, we thank you for running your GMC!

[@Adam-ug1mz]

Went from foley, Alabama to Pueblo, Colorado and back in in little over 49 hours during Covid in a 2014 Corolla.I wanna do a canon ball run gear soon

[@MrMcbear]

My favorite line is "Next thing I know I'm at this welding shop". amazing run

[@ryanwilliams4270]

I did Clearwater, FL to Plattsburgh, NY: Average 70mph which included all food and gas stops at 0mph. 1,500ish miles and a lot of 55mph speed limits through I95. I was happy with 70.

[@Mattie_LIGHT]

2014 GMC Sierra? How many transmissions did you run through?

[@arthurdavis1065]

Jealous Ford loser. Obviously none, he set the record towing an F150.

[@omgcool7206]

I always thought a huge tank in the back of an SRT Jeep Grand Cherokee would be hard to beat. It'd take the weight, and I know they'll cruise comfortably at 130-140mph with power to spare (maybe or maybe not from experience driving across remote Arizona desert..). Yeah, the TrackHawk has even more power, but the 6.4L is notably more fuel efficient and plenty fast as is. On top of all of that, those SRT seats are incredibly comfortable. There are other fast SUVs out there, but I'd trust a Hemi to do the job without issue or notable wear.. the German makes? I'm not so confident (and I say this as a half-German).

[@BikingVikingHH]

What’s the other half?

[@omgcool7206]

@@BikingVikingHH Irish

[@averymorrow394]

So cool seeing a vinwiki story that’s local to me. I’ve talked to this guy a couple times. Super cool guy

[@joshruiz9389]

Love when your idea makes sense to everyone else and it's all green light.

[@JDC129]

Steve, I own a 2018 GMC like this one. It is honestly a miracle the transmission held up to this brutal of an endurance run as the 2014-2018s are notorious for issues with them.

[@CannonballGMC]

I was surprised too! Completely reprogrammed and some high end fluid helped it survive!

[@tyler5087]

I wonder if the 8 speed in the rams would be good because its german

[@daniels2761]

​@@tyler5087it is a German design licensed from ZF but the Ram transmissions are produced by FCA.

[@arthurdavis1065]

​@@tyler5087get over it man, the GMC is king!!

[@soufang]

I knew this was coming! It's only a matter of time before someone aero-packages a truck and smashes previous records. The thought of just never filling up is too tempting.

[@jordanchamberlain4377]

As an East Peorian who does work with bessler welding, that is extremely cool to see the tank work.

[@jordanchamberlain4377]

I saw another East Peoria pic, I can’t believe this guys local

[@chriscordray8572]

I drove from Houston texas to Brighton Michigan in 24 hours. I made many of those trips not tryng to bust any speed record. But time records where easily met. Most where south texas to the northeastern states like Pennsylvania. In a 87 dodge ram van with a 360 and torque flight transmission.

[@Ramdodge582]

to answer your question, yes you needed a CDL with hazmat, 119 gallons is the limit per tank.

[@JohnnyD1993]

No. It's a fuel cell. It's a non DOT approved fuel cell, but we'll ignore that. It's for recreational use, not commercial. He is not bound to commercial laws. He is not selling or distributing. Tractor trailers typically have fuel tanks upwards of 400 gallons. You can drive a tractor trailer without a CDL if there's no money exchanged for driving it. His truck is under 10k GVWR. This is true at the federal level, but Pennsylvania (iirc) forbids recreational driving of GVWR > 26k without a recreational class B. That's not to say some state in between doesn't have a state regulation, but it's very unlikely it applies to recreational use. 177.816 states under 1,000 gallons capacity does not require hazmat training. He's driving a sub 10k gvwr passenger pickup. It's a fuel cell. A transportation officer could give him a hard time for the fuel tank itself as it hasn't been DOT certified. That's the only law I can find he's in violation of, regarding his fuel tank.

[@Ramdodge582]

you be wrong sir. call you state patrol office. you can't just carry whatever you want on the roads. They have limits in place to protect the general population @@JohnnyD1993

[@chrisblackstock6834]

San Antonio, TX to Watkins Glen, NY here. We did it in 30 hours with a 1996 Suburban 2500 with a 40gal tank. Anything is possible.

[@SaltyChip]

I would of put a bumper sticker that said, “plz, dear god, don’t rear end me”

[@bryangreenleaf5001]

Great story! What a fun event to solo and set records. I’m curious to know more if ya have the time? I’ve got a 2019 gmc Sierra that is capable and short a fuel cell to get the 11 minutes you need. Selfishly a world record sticker would be an amazing badge of honor and a story for the kids to pass on. Great stuff man!!

[@RP-ks6ly]

American ingenuity and sticktoitiveness wins the day

[@MBergyman]

This guy looks like an older Matt Damon. Fun story, thanks for sharing.

[@ohya101]

What is the top speed on the z60 package? Most GM trucks have governors in the high 90s or low 100s.

[@sean0472]

That’s awesome I ran a stake hole mount on my 2020 Silverado for the cb antenna about 4 miles city 15 Highway as crow flies on a 3ft , sold truck wish I never did lol

[@brianhilligoss]

we use to run freight from Jacksonville Florida to Long Beach California in 22 hours in a Semi lol. Long nose Pete with a 3412 cat and 18speed.

[@davidsmith6001]

Great story. Thanks for sharing.

[@MicahPotts]

Mischief Represent!!

[@RLC2020]

Switch to a 2023+ GMC 1500 with the 3.0L duramax LZ0 engine. You'll burn half the fuel and it will chug along at 100+ mph all day without breaking a sweat.

[@daniels2761]

Yeah until the emissions system puts you in limp mode or you have an aneurysm from listening to the rear mounted timing/fuel pump chain for hours.

[@RLC2020]

@@daniels2761 I have 13k miles on mine already. What noise are you talking about? Don't comment on something that you don't own or have any experience with. I know 2 others that have this combo and they love theirs as well. Both of them have over 40k with zero issues.

[@chunkiermango7982]

It's going to burn more fuel because it's a gutless 3.0, driven like 6 of them

[@miguelangelmercedesmercedes]

This is the best GMC commercial

[@TysAutoventures]

Finally!!!!! Steve tells his story!

[@teamconspiracy]

Anyone else cannonballing the.bathroom right now?

[@jimmynickelz]

Present!

[@mfnbpwnz]

seems like this would be the guy least likely to try to scamming me in this channel's history.

[@oldreliable303]

Ok, so i have a ford f 8000 truck with a 7 ton crane on it, and a 1000 gallon fuel tank in my yard... Whats the fastest time for a crane?

[@granthiggins3492]

😂😂😂 #fullsend

[@dakotaswiger9953]

I seen you at peoria cars and coffee and I noticed Pekin car show in the pictures cool to see you on vinwiki

[@travissanders]

Is that Beassler welding, the one in central Illinois??

[@gersonFls7]

Imagine a run again with 4 men and helping support across many states? Pretty sure it’s gonna be close to covid run

[@christiandulaney1638]

While I have absolutely no interest in every participating in a Cannonball event, I really do admire the "pioneer spirit" of these guys. It takes a ton of bal...guts

[@marksutherlandjr.2121]

New fan to this channel. Its one of the best on the whole of YT!! Just LOVE this channel.

[@justinosterman2436]

these gms are ridiculous trucks. had a 2000 ext. in highschool i put in a pond water above motor above door speakers flooooded!!!. pullled plugs turned the motor over pumped out the water out put the plugs back she fired right up drove 30 mins home. blew a rear 10 miles from the hous eno phone drove her ass back in 4wd hahaha they dont care what you doo theyll keep going

[@agentminerchuan007]

"Your gonna need gas" has to be my favorite line

[@nr552]

I am in San Diego-- the west bound times should be better as you typically get better fuel economy heading eastbound (there's nearly always a head wind going west bound in the desert southwest). I want to do the coast to coast with my Silverado. What was his average speed for the CtoC?

[@OttoMatieque]

transcontinental US record. the world record would have to factor in the shortest times for other continents. those are some impressive times. I can't imagine driving that long without a break. such a chilled dude is not what one expects of an outlaw racer.

[@stevek917]

Depends, the official underwear of Cannonball. Maybe a new sponsor? "The Depends Cannonball Run".

[@Hanibul_Lecktor]

Diesel, two pumps at every truck stop can put 220+ gallons in less than 5 minutes. Someone in the cannonball community sleeping on this ?

[@skylineXpert]

Reminds me of the Polish Racing Association of America...

[@wydopnthrtl]

I am curious if he added any coolers. I gotta think the trans, oil, and rear diff fluid temps need it at sustained speeds like that.

[@douce409]

ok i am kinda new to the cannonball world and in another a video i literally left the exact message "someone should do this in a pick up with a huge tank" lolol i feel called out

[@Jaloogman]

Steve, your voice is great do so audiobook or narrator work. Its very calming, great work on your truck!

[@CannonballGMC]

Awe, thank you!

[@treelineresearch3387]

The oddball vehicle Cannonball attempts are by far the most interesting and entertaining.

[@sirseven3]

I did a modified cannonball run before ever knowing what it was. Lockdowns happened in 2020 and i took my 99 turbo diesel and ran that thing flat out the whole way from dc to los angeles. I found out afterwards that people did it for fun 😂

[@victordavalos246]

Did you ever document anything of your run? Or just did it without knowing it was something you may do 😅

[@sirseven3]

@@victordavalos246 I packed a suitcase at like 3 am after a night of gaming. Didn't plan it one bit until I was an hour away from my house. Only documenting I did was the bank statements from the gas stations and hotel 😂

[@STREETRACEN4U]

what about cops? How did u get around that?

[@sirseven3]

@@STREETRACEN4U lockdowns my man, no cops anywhere. I saw 3 the whole way and one was the eco terrorism checkpoint in California

[@DreamWorkDrive]

I thought he was Jared from the questionable garage at first. Awesome story!

[@t.l.robinson2162]

Congratulations!!

[@indecisionmedia]

Alright, for ease of information: Current overall record: 25 hours 39 minutes, set by Arne Toman and Doug Tabbutt in their modified Audi S6 during Covid. The Covid part in important, because there may never be another opportunity to have roads that clear again. Current solo record, diesel record, and non-Covid record: 27 hours 16 minutes, set by Chris Stowell in his modified BMW 535D Current solar powered record: 13 days, 15 hours, 19 minutes, set by Cannonball Sun team in an experimental solar powered EV. Current motorcycle record: 32 hours 32 minutes, set by Ross Earnest on his modified Yamaha FJR1300. Current EV record: 42 hours 17 minutes, set by Ryan Levenson and Josh Allan in a Tesla Model S Long Range. Apparently it was a rental lol. Honorable mentions either bc I can’t verify or because it’s badass Current Coast-to-Coast-to-Coast (Redball to Portofino back to Redball) Record: 61 hours and 59 minutes by Nik Krueger, Wesley Vigh, and Christopher Michaels in a 2008 Saab 9-5 Aero Current truck record: 34:52, unverified info Current nonstop record: 33:45, unverified info Current semi-autonomous record: 43:18 at 98.4% autonomy, unverified info

[@jasonmunger8409]

Anyone ever do the run without speeding? It would be all about fuel stops, traffic, etc.

[@RickTheSpud]

What a great journey! Literally! To help the vacuum in the fuel cell can you fit a one way valve in a breather?

[@taylor315]

I’ve had GM trucks before and I’ve NEVER heard of the Z60 package. Pretty cool

[@RECoyote]

My best long drive, is Dodge City ks, to Baltimore md, 1449 miles in 21:30 hours.

[@chriswolfe7707]

The cannonball run community is so awesome, only in cannonball would record holders help you to beat their own record..

[@FunctionRC]

Such an accomplishment! I can’t even go past 110k without needing a new trans and needing a new trans every 10k after that 😂

[@309gti8]

I’ve seen this guy’s truck at my local cars and coffee here in central IL. It’s neat to see him featured on this channel and hear his story.

[@jordanchamberlain4377]

I live in East Peoria and started tripping when I saw the bessler welding and the cars and coffee sticker. Then saw the clock tower and tripped a little bit as well. This is cool

[@309gti8]

@@jordanchamberlain4377 Hahah yeah it’s neat. Next time I see this dude at C&C I’ll definitely strike up a conversation with him.

[@aluminumfalcon552]

I’d love to see one in a “family truckster” with luggage and grandma shaped fuel cells on the roof and a leash tied to the bumper 😂

[@chevyblock550]

I wonder if the truck has a tune. I have an F150 and it gets blown all over the place with the wind. I bet a tune for higher torque on 93 gas would wake it up a bit and help battle any of that high speed drag.

[@beardoe6874]

Congratulations on your records. I hope you can have a little less bad luck next time.

[@connerwieland6366]

He stopped in east peoria! My home town!

[@powdernate]

Someone once said. "If you're not first, your last." Fill her back up, get back on the horse, and try again, brother.

[@aaronfrench8322]

Wow, this is awesome, congrats! I’ve always wanted to do a run in my truck!

[@CannonballGMC]

You should! It’s a blast!

[@aaronfrench8322]

@@CannonballGMC Oh wow! Thanks for the response and encouragement! I’ve met Ed several times at cars and coffee too. Maybe someday we can get something together and going for me!

[@krismarincus4917]

This is a great idea! Cant wait to see a diesel truck one go for it.... have the ability to average over 100 mph and carry the fuel!

[@hvy1ton]

I had to stop for that power line too. Weirdest traffic jam ever.