07-26-2010, 10:28 AM
rbaker tell 'ya whacha do. Hit the road as soon as you can and plan on over nighting in El Paso or Arizona, depending on how far you have to get because as we know it takes a full 24 hours to cross the great state of Texas and that's at 70mph and few stops at Whataburger. Of course you will have to book your spot w/ Matson or whoever ahead of time, you can't just show up and ask them to load her up! I allowed an extra day and got a room in LA and needless to say, had no trouble sleeping! Carry plenty of Redbull (or whatever floats your boat and keeps you wired) and let people know where you are and where you are stopping just in case something weird happens. Don't even try to go through those canyons at night unless you know that highway like the back of your hand! Oh, and service your truck w/ new tires, belts and hoses (brakes too, depending) if you can, it is worth the money. If you'ld like to reimburse me for my advice, I'd love an ice cold Shiner bock. Be careful and good luck!!!