What kind of prep do you do for a long drive?

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12-25-06, 08:24 PM

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Basic things like checking all fluids, making sure coolant is properly mixed and at adequate levels. Check that A/C and heat works fine. Make sure wiper blades are in good condition. Clean the car well, which means full detail. Make sure all lights work and your windows are clear and clean. Have all proper emergency equipment, cell phones, insurance cards, blankets, extra food, flashlights, spare tire and etc. Alignments and wheel balancing may be necessary as well.

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12-28-06, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 96gti2.0t

i love to drive my car long distances. i like to do sort of a PA state inspection check belts tires and im pretty big on checking all the lights, dont know why but i have to wash it before i hit the highways incase i end up on the CL spotted thread

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01-01-07, 02:30 PM

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When checking the tires, don't forget the SPARE!! and I make sure the wheel lock key is with the car.

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01-04-07, 05:17 PM

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So, not a very long trip but a total 6 hour drive and I got the best gas mileage I've ever gotten with my SC...26 mpg! I'm quite proud of that, hehe. Changed the oil, adjusted tire pressure and dumped in some Lucas fuel injector cleaner. Safe and smooth trip.