As promised, this Memorial Day weekend I broke away from the wheelin and ventured into the far corners of Hogan's campground. I went searching for the variation in ways that folks in Disney, Ok., got their junk to the trails. Now with the park filled to capacity with every type of rig and tow vehicle that could be imagined, it was quite difficult to get just a picture of the rigs with nothing in the back ground. So just ignore anything that does not apply. So as to not offend anyone with my opinion, I will let you determine in your own mind which category each rig falls into. (GOOD, BAD, & THE UGLY)

I will start out displaying how the Austin Clan got their junk to the park. Poppa (myself) sported this old International Semi to tote Big Yeller and Andy’s CJ.

Matt fought and wiggled his way down I-40 with this 454 powered Chevy dually pulling a 40’ flat and a camper behind it. He hauled his buggy and Nana’s YJ.

Then in the deep dark corners of the wooded area of the camp grounds we found this trailer in which someone had used their creativity to compose. It is sporting the front half of the remaining portion of a gooseneck travel trailer. The rear has been cut away leaving a plywood deck that nicely hauls their wheelin rig. Note that the deck can also act as a nice patio when the rig is on the ground.

We came across this very sharp, flaming, Chevy ramp truck. Now I have always liked the ramp trucks. The biggest draw back I can see is that you have a limited number of other uses of the vehicle, but you form your own opinion.

Now this black CJ used its imagination in getting to the dirt from Kansas. It found its way in the rear of a horse trailer that had the slanted stalls removed. By doing this it allowed its owner to relax in the front 14’ of living area which included a/c, shower, rest room and bunk.

Now maybe you can help me with this classic motor home. Does anyone have any idea what year model this Kansas based RV is?

This combination is growing in popularity at about every camp ground you visit in the area. The pickup camper is mounted with the bunk extending out over the neck of the flatbed gooseneck leaving plenty of room for your junk on the rear.

Then there is always the luxury model: The regular motor home in all sizes and shapes with the bumper pull hooked on the rear. This is never a bad deal if your'e just dragging one rig to the woods.

The Great thing about life: God has provided us all with an imagination and allows us to use it. Be it in deciding how we will get our ride to the hills, or what type of rig we will build, what kind of tires, what type of suspension, etc, etc.

Hopefully this will shed a little light on what is expected in Oklahoma if you want to be in style. Wheelin' in style is very important if you want to be cool like Poppa Austin.

Until our next report, keep the shiny side up. God Bless you and yours……..

David Austin (WheelsUp)