>Your timing (two stops) seems fine. How about Carmel (having spent
Carmel can be a bit pricey so you may want to head inland a bit
for the night. Maybe Salinas or there abouts.
>a very leisurely time going through big Sur or even detouring north
>to the redwoods) and then winding along the coast? Then maybe, oh
>Santa Barbara or San Simeon (if you haven't seen Hurst castle.)
Don't forget Moss Motors in Goleta.
>Things to take: (other than the obvious) 1) Duct tape! A couple
>of wraps will hold that busted hose. 2) Wire. Enough to jumper
>around and useful for making tests. 3) Make a habit of saving
>the old bits when you tune up. An old spark plug or set of
>points will probably get you off the road and you already know
>they fit! 4) Your AAA card! Sometimes the poor guy with the
>truck "used to race these things" or whatever. At any rate,
>they can usually tow you with either the flatbed or wheel
>cup type of rig.
It's also a good idea to take along a spare fan belt (or set if you have
more than one). I do this on every trip no matter what kind of a car
I'm driving. Being stuck in the middle of nowhere without a generator
or water pump can be a monumental pain. And, of course, a good light,
independent of your car battery.
It's a pleasant trip, especially in a fun car but it is looong.
Good luck,
Roland
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