RE:Iron Butts

[Erik Sulcs <aktifspeed@earthlink.net>]

I've been reading with interest people's experiences with long cross-country 
drives.
I'm planning one of my own from Los Angeles to Long Island in my 74' daily 
driver.
Do those of you who have made these treks have any words of wisdom in regards to
preparing the car for the trip?  What extra parts/tools were brought along? Any 
particular
routes to avoid (speedtraps), or any routes of particular beauty to recommend?
 
Erik S.