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Must Haves for Cross Country Trip? Whats on your list?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by andrewribicki1, May 17, 2015.

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  1. May 17, 2015 at 8:57 AM
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    Gatordog

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    other than beef jerky, a cooler with whatever you drink and good ole fashion money you should be fine. Keep that firearm well concealed because as others have posted reciprocity is not always covered in all states for a CWP. And I thought I was the only one insisting on jerky for road trips. :) refreshing to see many do as well
     
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  2. May 17, 2015 at 9:13 AM
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    Do you mean an extra full size spare? You already have one of those. I wouldn't sweat the vehicle stuff too much. You have a new truck that's under warranty. A cross country trip isn't going to be taxing on your truck at all. Just watch for the usual stuff as you would if you were driving naturally.

    For a small cheap good air compressor the VIAIR 88P is the bomb.
    $90 VIAIR 88P - 00088 Tire Inflator Portable On/Offroad Air Compressor for Car, Truck, SUV & RV | 12V Heavy Duty Pump 120 PSI, Alligator Clip, Twist Chuck
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    I will agree that audiobooks are awesome on road trips. Audible.com is a good source price-wise and I think they even let you try for free for a month with a free book or two.

    Good sunglasses.
    Jerry can for emergency fuel.
    Ear plugs to go with the eye shades unless you're too worried about two-legged predators coming for you in your sleep.
    Electric coolers are great if you have the means. There's a very popular coleman one for around 100 bucks that would last you for years. Fill it with bottled water and some good easy food.
    The small camp stove is good. Starbucks instant coffee makes a very convenient and very delicious roadside cup in the middle of nowhere.
    Swap out all lights for LED's. After doing that you can just about forget about the booster cables and power source. Get your battery checked if you're concerned about it.

    Search ahead to find any cool concerts or festivals or events that are happening in the areas you're going through. And if you're a beer guy check out some craft breweries that will be on the route.

    Are you sleeping in the back of your truck under a canopy? If thats the plan a good memory foam mattress topper if so much better than camping bed rolls or inflatables. Piss jug or ziplock freezer bags ;)

    If you let your credit card company know you're going on a trip it may save you having to call them up saying your card's not stolen. That has actually happened to me twice. MasterCard is really on the ball.

    Take your time and enjoy it. Take the time to check out parks along the way. Do some short trails and stretch your legs. Enjoy.


    oh - and a headlamp is much better than a flashlight. Especially for doing work on your truck in the dark or reading in the back of the truck. Flashlights are a thing of the past.
     
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  3. May 17, 2015 at 12:57 PM
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    Many great suggestions here, shows some of you get out on the road. It's good for the soul. Rural highways are sooooo much better than "the slab".
     
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  4. May 17, 2015 at 4:11 PM
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    I agree, over the years I have done Old Route 66 - Chicago to L.A., U.S. Hiway 50 from Wash DC to Sacramento, Alcan Hiway, and this July I'm driving Hiway 60, Louisville to Los Angeles - With a little research, most of the "old" roads are still drivable. On my return I plan to take U.S.
    Hiway 550 north from Farmington NM to Grand Junction CO, four wheeling in Ouray CO, one of the most beautiful 4WD areas in the county. I agree, get off the interstates and see what's left of rural America. Have a great trip and be safe.
     
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  5. May 17, 2015 at 4:41 PM
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    Empty gallon milk jug or large Gatorade bottle for those unplaned needs when no gas station or rest area is around.
     
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