There are lot's of threads asking this same thing, but I couldn't find one that covered the "not required but good to do if you want to be 100%." Pandemic being what it is, I'd prefer to be a bit overly cautious ahead of time to avoid a breakdown and lose access to my big, beautiful V8 escape pod.
I'll be putting up 1,800 miles on the odometer this January going from TN to Joshua Tree, CA to spend the winter in the desert. LC's have a reputation as reliable for a reason, but an 18yr old truck is still 18 years old. Anyone have a more paranoid checklist for a long road trip? We're still working out the route and itinerary so happy to take any recs for things to see along the way too.
What I've done/planning to do:
- heater T's
- MAF clean
- New filter
- T-9/Rust/Undercarriage
- Racing flames to improve MPG
Coolant flush
- New Battery & Starter
- Beefed up tools/first aid kit/ etc...
- Break pads
- Breaklight Fluid Swap
I'll be putting up 1,800 miles on the odometer this January going from TN to Joshua Tree, CA to spend the winter in the desert. LC's have a reputation as reliable for a reason, but an 18yr old truck is still 18 years old. Anyone have a more paranoid checklist for a long road trip? We're still working out the route and itinerary so happy to take any recs for things to see along the way too.
What I've done/planning to do:
- heater T's
- MAF clean
- New filter
- T-9/Rust/Undercarriage
- Racing flames to improve MPG
Coolant flush
- New Battery & Starter
- Beefed up tools/first aid kit/ etc...
- Break pads
- Breaklight Fluid Swap