"Storm Trooper"; Timeline from Conception to Delivery to us....

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 06-14-2012, 08:15 PM

Interesting info about Norfolk Southern Corp Railway and how your vehicle gets to you....

http://www.nscorp.com/nscportal/nsco...rs/Automotive/

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 06-15-2012, 11:04 AM

In Transit Arrived at Intermediate Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bufbison, NY Jun-15-2012, 07:00 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bufbison, NY Jun-15-2012, 20:17 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Depscanne, NY Jun-15-2012, 20:18 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Dalsc.sc, NY Jun-15-2012, 21:12 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Addscanne, NY Jun-16-2012, 00:05 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bigflasca, NY Jun-16-2012, 00:29 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Welscanne, NY Jun-16-2012, 01:43 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Johci.sc, NY Jun-16-2012, 02:32 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Arrived at Intermediate Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bingcprs, NY Jun-16-2012, 02:52 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bingcprs, NY Jun-16-2012, 03:15 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Scsen.sc, NY Jun-16-2012, 08:47 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Elnor.sc, NY Jun-16-2012, 09:07 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Arrived at Intermediate Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Mechanicv, NY Jun-16-2012, 09:17 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Arrived at Junction Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Mechanicv, NY Jun-16-2012, 09:22 ET Jun-18-2012

In Transit Received - T23 (United Road Service ) Ramp 04, Ayer, MA Jun-17-2012, 12:00 ET Jun-18-2012

Delivery date now June ??, 2012!

liratoad · 06-18-2012, 05:46 AM

Going to live vicariously through you today! Enjoy your special delivery and take lots of pics, you proud papa!

**FordCustSrvc** · 06-18-2012, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RonJrSVCMGR

...Delivery date now June 18, 2012!

Today should be an exciting day for you, RonJrSVCMGR! Don’t break your F5 key!

Quote:

Originally Posted by liratoad

Going to live vicariously through you today! Enjoy your special delivery and take lots of pics, you proud papa!

I’m with you, liratoad; I can’t wait for pics!

Cory

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 06-19-2012, 03:11 PM

Anticipation..... Anticipaaaation, is making me wait..... It's keepin' me waaaaaaitin'... Was due yesterday and no sign of Storm Trooper today..... We will see what tomorrow brings.....

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 06-20-2012, 09:24 AM

In Transit Shipped Convoy - Convoy # (United Road Service ) Ramp 04, Ayer, MA Jun-20-2012, 08:38 ET Jun-18-2012

**FordCustSrvc** · 06-20-2012, 10:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RonJrSVCMGR

In Transit Shipped Convoy...

I’m sitting on the edge of my seat with you, RonJrSVCMGR.

Cory

**Rick** · 06-20-2012, 10:24 AM

Looking forward to the pics

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 06-20-2012, 10:50 AM

ARRIVED on June 20, 2012 at 11:11am. I not only have pictures of how it is strapped to the truck, but video coming off of the truck. I will also post pictures of how the vehicle and interior are protected on arrival. Absolutely NO DAMAGE on the vehicle, which is what I was praying for. Also, this vehicle is beyond what I imagined it would be.... can't wait to enjoy it when the paperwork is done! 26.4km on the odometer (now I will need to switch it to miles...lol)

Sioux Falls · 06-20-2012, 03:45 PM

Congrats RON! I imagine we may not see a great deal of posts from you for awhile....figure you'll be finding every reason to go out and drive around in the new Ex!

**Rick** · 06-20-2012, 03:52 PM

Congratulations

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 06-20-2012, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sioux Falls

Congrats RON! I imagine we may not see a great deal of posts from you for awhile....figure you'll be finding every reason to go out and drive around in the new Ex!

Sad part is, probably even more posts about functions, photos, videos, etc....

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick

Congratulations

Thanks, Rick!

VinceL · 06-20-2012, 05:43 PM

Congratulations! Have fun

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 06-20-2012, 08:06 PM

Serious Explorers,

Here are some photos of what your rig looks like on a car carrier, how it is secured and how it is protected when it arrives. I have also posted a video of a "walkaround" on the carrier and Storm Trooper coming off of the carrier. Hope you enjoy and learn a little at the same time! MANY more photos coming through the Pre-delivery process and beyond!

http://photobucket.com/StormTrooper2013

**FordCustSrvc** · 06-21-2012, 08:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sioux Falls

Congrats RON! I imagine we may not see a great deal of posts from you for awhile....figure you'll be finding every reason to go out and drive around in the new Ex!

Sioux Falls,

Ironically, I expect we’ll see more!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick

Congratulations

Quote:

Originally Posted by VinceL

Congratulations! Have fun

Rick & VinceL,

This calls for a toast!

Quote:

Originally Posted by RonJrSVCMGR

Serious Explorers,

Here are some photos of what your rig looks like on a car carrier, how it is secured and how it is protected when it arrives. I have also posted a video of a "walkaround" on the carrier and Storm Trooper coming off of the carrier. Hope you enjoy and learn a little at the same time! MANY more photos coming through the Pre-delivery process and beyond!

http://photobucket.com/StormTrooper2013

That’s awesome, RonJrSVCMGR! I always look forward to your posts; you’re an awesome part of this community!

Cory

**RonJrSVCMGR** · 07-07-2012, 05:35 PM

06-14-2012, 08:15 PM	#41
RonJrSVCMGR 11-13 Explorer Moderator Gilford, NH '13 Ford Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 375 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Interesting info about Norfolk Southern Corp Railway and how your vehicle gets to you.... http://www.nscorp.com/nscportal/nsco...rs/Automotive/ __________________ 2013 Ford Explorer Limited AWD in White Platinum Tri-coat & Medium Light Stone interior. 302a package with power fold 2nd row bucket seats, 2nd row center console, power fold 3rd row seats, trailer tow package, heated/cooled front seats, Ford all-weather floor mats (summer), WeatherTech Floor liners for all three rows (winter) & Cargo Well + Cargo Liner, additional Trailer Hitch Cap modified to accommodate a Bike Carrier, dual moonroof and Visual Garage Shark Fin Antenna. Goes by the name "Storm Trooper".

06-15-2012, 11:04 AM	#42
RonJrSVCMGR 11-13 Explorer Moderator Gilford, NH '13 Ford Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 375 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	In Transit Arrived at Intermediate Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bufbison, NY Jun-15-2012, 07:00 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bufbison, NY Jun-15-2012, 20:17 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Depscanne, NY Jun-15-2012, 20:18 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Dalsc.sc, NY Jun-15-2012, 21:12 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Addscanne, NY Jun-16-2012, 00:05 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bigflasca, NY Jun-16-2012, 00:29 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Welscanne, NY Jun-16-2012, 01:43 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Johci.sc, NY Jun-16-2012, 02:32 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Arrived at Intermediate Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bingcprs, NY Jun-16-2012, 02:52 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Bingcprs, NY Jun-16-2012, 03:15 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Scsen.sc, NY Jun-16-2012, 08:47 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Passing (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Elnor.sc, NY Jun-16-2012, 09:07 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Arrived at Intermediate Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Mechanicv, NY Jun-16-2012, 09:17 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Arrived at Junction Point (Norfolk Southern Corp ) Mechanicv, NY Jun-16-2012, 09:22 ET Jun-18-2012 In Transit Received - T23 (United Road Service ) Ramp 04, Ayer, MA Jun-17-2012, 12:00 ET Jun-18-2012 Delivery date now June ??, 2012! __________________ 2013 Ford Explorer Limited AWD in White Platinum Tri-coat & Medium Light Stone interior. 302a package with power fold 2nd row bucket seats, 2nd row center console, power fold 3rd row seats, trailer tow package, heated/cooled front seats, Ford all-weather floor mats (summer), WeatherTech Floor liners for all three rows (winter) & Cargo Well + Cargo Liner, additional Trailer Hitch Cap modified to accommodate a Bike Carrier, dual moonroof and Visual Garage Shark Fin Antenna. Goes by the name "Storm Trooper". Last edited by RonJrSVCMGR; 06-20-2012 at 09:26 AM.

06-19-2012, 03:11 PM	#45
RonJrSVCMGR 11-13 Explorer Moderator Gilford, NH '13 Ford Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 375 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Anticipation..... Anticipaaaation, is making me wait..... It's keepin' me waaaaaaitin'... Was due yesterday and no sign of Storm Trooper today..... We will see what tomorrow brings..... __________________ 2013 Ford Explorer Limited AWD in White Platinum Tri-coat & Medium Light Stone interior. 302a package with power fold 2nd row bucket seats, 2nd row center console, power fold 3rd row seats, trailer tow package, heated/cooled front seats, Ford all-weather floor mats (summer), WeatherTech Floor liners for all three rows (winter) & Cargo Well + Cargo Liner, additional Trailer Hitch Cap modified to accommodate a Bike Carrier, dual moonroof and Visual Garage Shark Fin Antenna. Goes by the name "Storm Trooper".

06-20-2012, 09:24 AM	#46
RonJrSVCMGR 11-13 Explorer Moderator Gilford, NH '13 Ford Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 375 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	In Transit Shipped Convoy - Convoy # (United Road Service ) Ramp 04, Ayer, MA Jun-20-2012, 08:38 ET Jun-18-2012 __________________ 2013 Ford Explorer Limited AWD in White Platinum Tri-coat & Medium Light Stone interior. 302a package with power fold 2nd row bucket seats, 2nd row center console, power fold 3rd row seats, trailer tow package, heated/cooled front seats, Ford all-weather floor mats (summer), WeatherTech Floor liners for all three rows (winter) & Cargo Well + Cargo Liner, additional Trailer Hitch Cap modified to accommodate a Bike Carrier, dual moonroof and Visual Garage Shark Fin Antenna. Goes by the name "Storm Trooper".

06-20-2012, 10:24 AM	#48
Rick Admin Pumpkin Pilot Wayoutin, Aridzona '93 XL Join Date: Feb 1999 Posts: 27,342 Vehicle Specs	Looking forward to the pics __________________ Rick Horwitz, AB7FH "Serious Exploration's" Admin Rick's '93/'98 Explorer "The Great Pumpkin" Dodge Dart 512 Resto/Race 10.29 @ 129 2004 Mustang Mach 1 2003 Dodge Ram/Cummins Dually

06-18-2012, 05:46 AM	#43
liratoad Wannabe Elite Explorer Florida '13 Ex XLT 4x4,4Rnr Trail Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 102 Vehicle Specs	Going to live vicariously through you today! Enjoy your special delivery and take lots of pics, you proud papa!

06-20-2012, 10:50 AM	#49
RonJrSVCMGR 11-13 Explorer Moderator Gilford, NH '13 Ford Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 375 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	ARRIVED on June 20, 2012 at 11:11am. I not only have pictures of how it is strapped to the truck, but video coming off of the truck. I will also post pictures of how the vehicle and interior are protected on arrival. Absolutely NO DAMAGE on the vehicle, which is what I was praying for. Also, this vehicle is beyond what I imagined it would be.... can't wait to enjoy it when the paperwork is done! 26.4km on the odometer (now I will need to switch it to miles...lol) __________________ 2013 Ford Explorer Limited AWD in White Platinum Tri-coat & Medium Light Stone interior. 302a package with power fold 2nd row bucket seats, 2nd row center console, power fold 3rd row seats, trailer tow package, heated/cooled front seats, Ford all-weather floor mats (summer), WeatherTech Floor liners for all three rows (winter) & Cargo Well + Cargo Liner, additional Trailer Hitch Cap modified to accommodate a Bike Carrier, dual moonroof and Visual Garage Shark Fin Antenna. Goes by the name "Storm Trooper".

06-20-2012, 03:45 PM	#50
Sioux Falls Wannabe Elite Explorer 2008 Ford F150 Lariat Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 17 Vehicle Specs	Congrats RON! I imagine we may not see a great deal of posts from you for awhile....figure you'll be finding every reason to go out and drive around in the new Ex!

06-20-2012, 03:52 PM	#51
Rick Admin Pumpkin Pilot Wayoutin, Aridzona '93 XL Join Date: Feb 1999 Posts: 27,342 Vehicle Specs	Congratulations __________________ Rick Horwitz, AB7FH "Serious Exploration's" Admin Rick's '93/'98 Explorer "The Great Pumpkin" Dodge Dart 512 Resto/Race 10.29 @ 129 2004 Mustang Mach 1 2003 Dodge Ram/Cummins Dually

06-20-2012, 05:43 PM	#53
VinceL Wannabe Elite Explorer Spring, TX 2013 Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 2,167 Vehicle Specs	Congratulations! Have fun __________________ We just bought American! She got the 2013 Ex Meet the Gray Ghost HERE Check out the Gray Ghost on Fuelly.com Average Mileage: 21.3 Best Tank: 26.5

06-20-2012, 08:06 PM	#54
RonJrSVCMGR 11-13 Explorer Moderator Gilford, NH '13 Ford Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 375 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Car Carrier photos and video Serious Explorers, Here are some photos of what your rig looks like on a car carrier, how it is secured and how it is protected when it arrives. I have also posted a video of a "walkaround" on the carrier and Storm Trooper coming off of the carrier. Hope you enjoy and learn a little at the same time! MANY more photos coming through the Pre-delivery process and beyond! http://photobucket.com/StormTrooper2013 __________________ 2013 Ford Explorer Limited AWD in White Platinum Tri-coat & Medium Light Stone interior. 302a package with power fold 2nd row bucket seats, 2nd row center console, power fold 3rd row seats, trailer tow package, heated/cooled front seats, Ford all-weather floor mats (summer), WeatherTech Floor liners for all three rows (winter) & Cargo Well + Cargo Liner, additional Trailer Hitch Cap modified to accommodate a Bike Carrier, dual moonroof and Visual Garage Shark Fin Antenna. Goes by the name "Storm Trooper".

07-07-2012, 05:35 PM	#56
RonJrSVCMGR 11-13 Explorer Moderator Gilford, NH '13 Ford Explorer Limited Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 375 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	__________________ 2013 Ford Explorer Limited AWD in White Platinum Tri-coat & Medium Light Stone interior. 302a package with power fold 2nd row bucket seats, 2nd row center console, power fold 3rd row seats, trailer tow package, heated/cooled front seats, Ford all-weather floor mats (summer), WeatherTech Floor liners for all three rows (winter) & Cargo Well + Cargo Liner, additional Trailer Hitch Cap modified to accommodate a Bike Carrier, dual moonroof and Visual Garage Shark Fin Antenna. Goes by the name "Storm Trooper".

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