Firstly, thanks to all who have and are replying to my call for info and
advice before my long drive in a few weeks time. I really just need my
confidence boosted a bit. I will try to reply or comment on most
replies, but I know I won't get to all of them!
MSLishego wrote:
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> Erik sez:
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> > Had the alternator rebuilt; got new tyres;
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> Sounds like a good bit of planning and work you've done. My only
> advice is this: Finish everything you plan to fix at least three or
> four days before the trip. This way, you can drive the car around
> your town and see how it's going to act. If something isn't right,
> you won't have far to go to fix it.
Yep.. good advice and am doing so.
>
> As for spares, here's what I carry - Some lengths of fuel, vacuum,
> and radiator hose; some extra wire; an extra box of assorted fuses;
> a spare relay; two spare fan belts; my wiper spares; two spare
> knockoffs; enough oil for an impromptu oil change (5 quarts); some
> bottled water; brake fluid; and washer fluid.
A couple of things I hadn't thought of there... why two knock-offs? I
am hoping they don't fall off on long drives :-) The tool kit was
impressive too. Certainly a bit of ballast to keep the back-end down!
> Unless you have reason to worry about the car, don't. You've got to
> be 100% convinced of her ability to make it or you'll be in for one
> miserable trip, worrying about every noise and shake.
... and this is what I worry about. It *will* be a miserable trip if I
am doing this (but I still don't want to have loud music blasting over
the top of any *important* rattle.
> ...They really are great for taking long trips, even in the freezing
>
Now *that* is what I wanted to hear!!!!!
Thanks,
Eric
'68MGB MkII
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