Long driving

Hi guys,
I'll be driving to Colorado from California this coming Saturday. It will be a 1035 mile trip (one way), any recommendations Tacoma folks? I have new tires, engine oil change, coolant top off, brake check (still have 70% on the rotors), truck has 47000 miles (05 access cab 4X4).

 

LOTS of good music
stop and walk around every couple hours.

 

just take some basic tools and some spare oil and fluids

 

make sure to stop and check out scenery on the way here. ive always wanted to take a drive from California to colorado!

also, make sure your spare tire has air.

 

^ this.

If starting to "drive by braille" (ie getting drowsy) STOP and walk around or take a nap.

and extra water

 

Carry spiked Midget on board for security.

 

Driving across the Salt Flats going into the morning sun sucks.

 

Sounds like you truck will be fine for this drive. I would put some preparation into your body next. Bring water, get a good night's sleep, stop for breaks, etc etc

 

Planning to set off at 4:00 AM to take advantage of the cool weather in the first couple of hours

 

Where is your starting point?

 

other then whats mentioned pack some snacks. Stop when ever you feel the need to do so, it might add an hour or two but itll be easier on you then sitting the whole way. Salt flats are nice, I drove with my sister from Co thru Wy/Utah/Nv to arrive in Sacramento, it was fun enjoy the scenery.
And early but
Welcome to Colorado lol

 

Food and drink, camera, good tunes and a good attitude. I love road trips!

 

It's from Orange County. I'll take the 15 and 70 as the main freeways to get there. Forgot to mention I'll be carrying some stuff with me so it will be a loaded truck.

Dcpsychobilly,
Thanks. I'm visiting my daughter in Thorton.

 

Plenty of meth it keeps you going. Hahaha JK

 

FV Fountain Valley? Drive safe neighbor.

 

I recently did 1600 miles, truck rolled 189,000 on the way without issue.

Every fuel stop check the oil, coolant overflow level, and suspension for obvious problems. Also give the tires the ol' Top Gear kick to check air pressure if you want.

Also if you're prone to getting sleepy at the wheel, sunflower seeds help me a ton.

 

Thanks.

 

Do you have to meet a certain time frame? (Coming from someone that isn't a stranger to long trips with few/no stops permitted)

Caffeine pills, lots of coffee, money for tolls readily available?, compressor (can't go wrong there), good backup GPS, download a lot of new music before you head out. Reception can be a b!tch

Oh and a SPOT GPS. Good to be safe.

 

here's some incentive to make sure you check those tires periodically.