Victor,
I did this back on the 4th of July. I traveled from the Detroit area to
Madison, WI via Chicago. it was about 1100 miles round trip. The trip was
un-escorted and quite fun. I did have some backup plans just in case
something did happen.
First, and most important tools in your spitfire emergency kit are a good
cell phone, AAA insurance (or similar Auto club ins.), and some cash. Tow
trucks accept Cash only, unless contacted by one of the autoclub people.
Second, have a plan for an alternate way home.
Third, Bring a small tool box and small spares. Small spares are things
like hoses, clamps, wire, wire connectors, etc. I fit these things into a
small box and carry them with me at all times. I have seen others pack these
small spares between the inner and outer rear fender and above the rear
wheel wells.
Fourth, absolutely dont't forget to have a good time.
"Victor B. Michael" wrote:
> greetings,
>
> have any of you taken a week off from work, packed up the car and hit
> the road?
> i know of people in our local club (ISOA) who did this for the VTR thing
> a couple of weeks ago.
> one advantage they had was traveling in groups.
>
> i feel like i'm getting closer to having a more reliable spitfire and it
> seems the summer is slipping away already.
>
> i've queried VTR about the "travelers assistance program" in sort of a
> mock-preparation for this wild hair i've seemed to acquired.
>
> i'd like to ask if any of you have any advice to offer me - outside of
> the usual "tow a parts car along for the trip" ;)
>
> i'm thinking of a few destinations; lake michigan circle tour (north of
> chicago), a trip to toronto, a trip along the mississippi river or maybe
> southeast into the smokey mountains.
>
> some things i'm considering are routes (i'd like to stay on country
> roads, but afraid of being stranded), road fatigue, lodging/camp
> grounds, distance, ability to get spares on the road if necessary. if
> any of you have gone through this on a solo car tour, i'd like to hear
> of the experience and again, any advice.
>
> thanks in advance,
>
> vic
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