Cross country road trip prep

[I Bleed Ford Blue]

If you end up in Ohio while on your trip, just keep going, nothing worthwhile here. But hey, at least we're not West Virginia

There is one thing to see here, if your a football fan the pro football hall of fame is in Canton OH

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[lacanteen]

The Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola is incredible (and free) https://www.navalaviationmuseum.org/

 

[vernonator]

I would make sure you have some type of roadside assist coverage, wether AAA or thru your insurance. I was amazed how inexpensive it is thru State Farm....like $4 every 6mos inexpensive for me. Have it on all my cars and have used it a few times as well.

 

[Johnnybee]

Sunscreen, for your left arm at least, if you tend to drive window down, arm out. For me in the 'vert, it's a given, and all over.

 

[ClayAce]

I too am prepping for a cross country run from Michigan to Cali through Yellowstone, Yosemite, and down the PCH..A full size tire along with a battery impact wrench (that can handle 120 ft-lbs) and of course a jack are a must in my opinion. I'm having the front of my vert plastic wrapped to help during my desert runs. Safe travels!

 

[ravenofpoe]

Yeah I’ve learned the sunscreen lesson the hard way. I already keep some in the car.

 

[Ghost50]

Looks like you'll be passing through Houston since you're going PHX to NO.

My advice would be to try to avoid passing through here during rush hour lol...basically from 3pm-7pm...

Have a great trip!

 

[barron64]

Be sure and go through Death Valley on your way to Vegas...stop by Scottie's castle in the park if you have time, well worth a visit. Lots of cool stuff to see and do in Vegas, great food as well! Hoover dam is a must see east of Vegas also.

 

[Stone pony]

Since your taking your time, stay off the interstate. Use the back roads. See the country, in a more laid back way. It will be much less stressful than the over crowded interstate system that is in poor condition.
As far as car prep, as many has said. Give the car a good once over before leaving. Air pressure, fluids, etc. check. A spare is by far the best option but a plug kit and portable air compressor is useful as well. Keep water, snacks, a blanket, a basic 1st aid kit, a few basic tools, and detail items, you or someone you come across may need help. Try and get your lady to pack light, good luck with that one. Take your time, don't put to much into one day. Enjoy, these types of opportunities are few are far between.

 

[irmoviper]

Hoover Dam isn't far from Las Vegas, then go to the grand canyon (either drive or take the train). Next visit Flagstaff and check out the observatory. On your way to Phoenix, go the scenic route thru Sedona - beautiful area!
As other have recommended, a spare w/jack, air compressor, quart or two of oil, med kit, battery jumper (serves as a battery bank for cellphones and such). Have it aligned, change spark plugs before you go, also I'd have it detailed and put liquid glass or a ceramic of sorts on the entire front end and behind the wheels (save rock chips from damaging paint).

 

[Joe B.]

I cut a piece of static cling on plastic window tint to size, and put it on the appropriate front window when necessary.

 

[ravenofpoe]

Looks like I need to add tp, and face masks to the list. Lol.

 

[vanquishvzla]

if you pass Jacksonville FL coming from I-10, keep driving... we are boring AF... now, i can recommend St. Augustine... you will have to go south on I-95 for about 45 minutes and you are going north... i love st. Augustine... oldest city in united states...

 

[TonyT930]

In about a month I'll be heading out from Portland Or. on a long winding drive across country with only a pretty girl for company. Along the way I'll see the gambit of what nature has to offer, from high mountains to scorching desert. My steed will be a 2017 Mustang GT PP with around 30k miles. The car is white with a base interior and seems to be in good shape. I'll be on the road for about 3 weeks, not driving for all of it but I'm not taking a straight shot across. Some notable locations will be Santa Monica CA, Las Vegas NV, Phoenix AR, New Orleans L, Nashville TN. The journey will conclude near DC at a friends house. The purpose of the drive is to see old friends that have scattered across the country and find a place to settle down in. Portland has gotten to expensive and crazy for my tastes.

Any advice for me? Things I should get checked before I leave or places I should see?

Don't forget to check the tire pressure on your spare tire if you are taking one with you

 

[526 HRSE]

Don't forget to check the tire pressure on your spare tire if you are taking one with you

Great advice for a guy who went on his road trip 4 years ago.

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