SpecBamf41 Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 So i wanna make sure i got my bases covered. The most i have ever drove my car at once is 8 hours in one day so i dont know what to think when Im going to be doing a Drive from south carolina to Minnesota and back for Christmas. Heres what i got done so far. Newish Eagle gts Fresh alignments Trans oil was done with extra s about 1-2 thousand ago Fixed my leaky washer tank Wipers are good Oil will be fresh this weekend. Spark plugs will be fresh this weekend Fresh coolant x2 (did water pump and timing at 101k and then replaced radiator the next week. Toped off power steering new thermostat too New cabin filter new airfilter Hid low beams for the night new alt belt I have 2gal water and 1 gal coolant in the car Extra powersteering Anything im missing? Fuel filter? Weathertek mats? Also driving with another shipmate and we will take turns driving Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk BNR18g on 93oct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JmP6889928 Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Are you driving to Minnesota or to Alaska? You should be absolutely fine. It looks like your checklist is pretty complete and comprehensive. I used to drive from Kalamazoo Michigan to Philadelphia almost every weekend for about 7 months and I didn't do as thorough a job as you have here. Put a can of Berryman Chemtool B12 in it just as you fill up to leave and it will help a bit on the gas mileage and have a chance to do a really good job cleaning. You, my friend, should be all set and good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I don't see you carrying any engine oil. You should be carrying at least a quart and check the level at every fill up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I don't see you carrying any engine oil. You should be carrying at least a quart and check the level at every fill up. Ditto. Do you have a GPS ? The Eagle GT's would not be my first choice. But just slow down a bit when you hit snow. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 dittox2. I'd add engine oil to the list. and also some rags/papertowel. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I am a little bit on the overkill side, but this is what I constantly have in my trunk: 1 quart engine oil 1 quart coolant toolbox (similar to this one) various pliers breaker bar pbblaster 32mm axle socket 21 or 22 mm socket for crankpulley (I forget the size) straps tow strap mechanix gloves tire repair kit tire pump spare light bulbs blankets winter gloves CB radio headlamps first aid kit matches and ligther a duraflame log (currently missing) trash bags rags folding army shovel some other miscellaneous stuff I am missing drinking water and energy bars. I'll probably permanently add some jerky too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob-2 Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Man I normally just have oil with me and check tire pressure. 2800 miles isn't much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Man I normally just have oil with me and check tire pressure. 2800 miles isn't much. Same here the spare partial quart used during the oil change top off as needed during fill ups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I am a little bit on the overkill side, but this is what I constantly have in my trunk: 1 quart engine oil 1 quart coolant toolbox (similar to this one) various pliers breaker bar pbblaster 32mm axle socket 21 or 22 mm socket for crankpulley (I forget the size) straps tow strap mechanix gloves tire repair kit spare light bulbs blankets winter gloves CB radio headlamps first aid kit matches and ligther a duraflame log (currently missing) trash bags rags some other miscellaneous stuff I am missing drinking water and energy bars. I'll probably permanently add some jerky too. Boy is someone a little OCD... I used to carry a spare change of old winter cloths and a small shovel in the car in case I needed them on the weekly drives to/from VT skiing. Acturally used some of them once in a blizzard to help someone who had gone off the road. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Max same thing I do when I go skiing at WISP or SnowShoe from SoVA b/c i take a rural route most of the way. I also keep a space blanket! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Boy is someone a little OCD... I used to carry a spare change of old winter cloths and a small shovel in the car in case I needed them on the weekly drives to/from VT skiing. Acturally used some of them once in a blizzard to help someone who had gone off the road. Well, you know I lived above the arctic circle for two years. So better be prepared . This reminds me that I am actually carrying a folding army shovel as well. And during winter time, a small shovel too for the snow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee07 Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Don't need anything but a map, a cell phone and cash/plastic credit card The car is good to go as is. Spark plugs and all the other stuff were over kill unless were due. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nouse4aname Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Yeah due to the length of the trip would just do an oil change before hand and go. Unless any other maintenance items are up or would be over the trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisheregirafFe Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 you still need a 750 ml barrel proof bourbon, about a 1/4 oz. of premium flowers, maybe a couple adderall, a few xanax, couple vicodin in case of headaches, three books on tape, lots of music, & plenty of lighters. oh and corn nuts. it's not a road trip without corn nuts. i can put anything i want down here?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnyJagaru Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I do some long drives and I carry a tire compressor and puncture repair kit. This has saved me not only money but some potentially mammoth inconveniences. I also carry a small bag of tools including metric wrenches, zip lock ties etc. I agree also on the quart of motor oil & rag to test. You should always keep your car ready to take on a long trip on short notice if you think about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ras06LGT Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 The first long trip I took in my Legacy was MI --> CO and back. I had a list similar to OP's since the car was still new to me. I brought a LOT of tools. I then got to thinking, most failures that would require all these tools are probably not ones I can fix on the side of the road anyways (either due to severity of failure or lack of replacement parts). I've since taken a handful of longer trips in the Legacy, and have yet to touch the tools I bring. I always have a road side hazzard kit and tow strap in my trunk. For long trips I add some extra oil and shop towels. If it's cold I throw in warm clothes and boots. Maybe a small selection of wrenches (adjustable crescent, vice grips, allen keys). I do any standard maintenance that may come up on the trip before I leave (oil change, coolant levels, etc), and I'm under the car enough to notice any wear items needing attention before they become a problem during a trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big ears Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 PUMP out all your summer windshield washer fluid through your system and put in windshield washer fluid that does not freeze when the temperature drops below 32F. Of course pump some of this new winter grade fluid through the system to make sure your lines have the new fluid in line and you are ready to go. Keep a warm coat and gloves with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecBamf41 Posted December 13, 2013 Author Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ill have all my military issue winter gear with with me along witn clothes. Im from mn so i have the seat time on snow roads and yea almost forgot about extra oil. And the spark plugs are the last thing ill do if i have time. I just figured why not. I have put 4 thousand miles on it and dont know the last time they were changed. Cant wait to go home! Thanks for secound checking my list! Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk BNR18g on 93oct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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