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jasonthomasfrance
11-09-2007, 05:40 AM
Howdy!

I know I haven't been around in awhile... Figured I needed to get my FSJ fix back on...

I'm dreaming about a full size again. When I get the chance I think I'm going to snatch me up a mostly rust-free 1976-1979 Wagoneer... Would like to get one with a 401, or stick one in. Put on a 4" lift to clear some 31-32" rubber. Add sturdy aftermarket front/rear bumpers (with swing away tire carrier) and rocker guards. Maybe do a guage swap to BJ's. Add a rear gas tank where the spare tire goes. And of course go looking for a rhino grill. Hmmm... Must make happen...

But, I have to get out of Iraq first.

:p
Elliott
11-09-2007, 05:56 AM
Good to hear from you and hope you do find a 401 Waggy when you get stateside again.:thumbsup:
fulsizjeep
11-09-2007, 06:00 AM
Hope your dream comes true. Get home safe.
Thanks for your service! :thumbsup:
jasonthomasfrance
11-09-2007, 06:06 AM
Weeel.... I hope you don't think any less of me... I separated from the Air Force in July 05. I quit my civil service job in Sept 07. And I'm a dirty evil contractor in Iraq as of Oct... So will my FSJ dreams still come true?
JPSwapMohn
11-09-2007, 06:10 AM
Well, they should considering how much more bank you are making than those of us still over here in green. I have several friends that are planning/dreaming of getting out when they get home and coming back as contractors to sock away some cash..

Good luck!

Bryan
fulsizjeep
11-09-2007, 06:11 AM
Serice is service man. You are there and I am not. Not my place to judge you for your job. ;)
BarnOwl
11-09-2007, 06:32 AM
Be safe, brother.

And if you make any FSJ sightings in the Land of the Two Rivers make sure you post up pics....I spent a year searching for the legendary "Uday's Wagoneer" but gave up...:thumbsup:

JD
Lindel
11-09-2007, 06:36 AM
Good to hear from you Jason. Keep your head low. Save as much money as you can and there'll be a Jeep for you somewhere.
TealJ
11-09-2007, 06:42 AM
Stay safe over there my uncle is over there for the 3rd time and my dad will be leaving dec 27th for his 2nd tour over there

Was you on MPJAI? and have a white CJ?
Chrome
11-09-2007, 08:05 AM
Good to hear from ya Jason! Like already mentioned service is service. Stay safe!
jasonthomasfrance
11-09-2007, 08:16 AM
Thanks guys. Yep, that was me on MPJAI. Sold the CJ to a good guy. Hopefully he can give it the love it needs... Wife is selling the house right now. She's moving up to PA. Maybe my first R&R I'll go jeep hunting. :)
Dmntxn77
11-09-2007, 11:27 AM
Blackwater or Triple Canopy?

When you get back, if you want a state side job doing contract security for the government, let me know. It is in Amarillo TX. The training is similar, the pay is similar, but we dont get shot at.. Well, not yet at least.. :D
jasonthomasfrance
11-09-2007, 09:49 PM
I'm working Project Reporting for a construction company over here. So fortunately I haven't had to be out on the road yet.
shimniok
11-09-2007, 09:52 PM
Stay safe, best of luck in making your fsj wishes come true. :) Keep us posted...
FSJ Guy
11-10-2007, 03:53 AM
If you go Jeep hunting in PA, all you'll find is rust. Besides, since you're married, you'll be busy doing other things on R&R. :rolleyes:
Rogue
11-10-2007, 10:48 AM
hello Jason glad you're AOK

last I knew DonS was trying to sell his mighty fine wag ;) might wanna drop him a line