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Originally Posted by 1928Mustang
I drove Maine to Cali. Have over 5,000 miles for the year.
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I am planning on doing a long distance drive this coming spring, I am of that age where if I don't do it now it will remain on my "I wish I had wish list"
My Questions are;
* Did you do it alone ie. single car
* What sort of spare parts and tools did you take
* Did you take along a MAFCA membership list and did you use it.
* What is your mechanical ability, mine is suspect if none at all.
* WHAT WAS YOUR AVERAGE MILEAGE PER DAY, I know it depends on car / drivers comfort factor ie. sitting for long periods of time
* Did you have any break downs, how easy was it to handle on the road
* What is the best tip you would give someone when starting out on a Model A adventure
A little bit about my car;
* I have 5000 miles on a rebuilt engine with a 5.6 high compression head
* Relatively new rear end, 358
* I choose not to have a synchro mesh transmission, not a purist. I just love double clutching and making a nice smooth shift. I do not have a high low split transmission.
My electrical system is 6 volt with an alternator. I have put close to 20,000 miles in the 5 years I have owned it. Overall I believe the car is in good condition.
Any suggestions, thoughts or must knows i would appreciate.
Gerry Allen Birch Bay Wa