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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 11:17 AM
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Alright, Well Im justplanning a trip down to disneyworld with the fiancee for a a few days or so, Im driving down from southern Ontario Canada, One way to Florida is approx 1100 miles, so round trip in total will be around 3000miles which is close to 5000km, My car is very well mainted, but what are some preparation tips that I should consider for this type of driving

I have brand new tires
Suspension
rack pinion
water pump
power steering pump
supercharger
tranny

Is there anything preventative that I should also consider before heading off, I know that I will probably change the oil. tranny fluid, and Im thinking thats about it, let me know how you guys prepare for a long trip
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 11:28 AM
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you pretty much got it
i would think you should double check
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 11:31 AM
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Windshield washer fluid and an extra bottle just in case.
Loose change in case of toll somewhere.
Bag of mints, better than water on long trips.

Have a good trip
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by PontiacDad
Windshield washer fluid and an extra bottle just in case.
Loose change in case of toll somewhere.
Bag of mints, better than water on long trips.

Have a good trip
what he said
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 12:23 PM
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Check your oil at every stop and call us when you there.

Seriously, though. Your list looks pretty good. Check your tire pressures before you leave. That can put the hurt on the gas mileage if they're too low.

I'll be doing the same thing with our 01 in the near future since we're also driving to Florida from mid-Michigan.
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 12:38 PM
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speaking of gas milage how'* your O2? 5000km on an O2 thats not the healthiest can cost you much more then the $40 for a new one
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 01:40 PM
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Oh ya...

Don't drive it until you fix your SC leak. :P
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 01:52 PM
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Supercharger is in the works
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Old Jan 17, 2008 | 07:04 PM
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Spare tire pressure, jack and tools all there.
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