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gamma6
01-20-2011, 10:34 AM
I will be taking a 8hr roadtrip in my ep and just wanted to know what to check before i leave... The only thing that i assume to check is the oil level? Is there aNything else that i should check that would guarantee me a safe trip?

TXEP3
01-20-2011, 10:48 AM
tire pressure, washer fluid (important trust me!). if all other regular maintenance has been performed on time you should be fine. i've been behind the wheel of my ep to all four sides of the contenental united states with no problems.

gamma6
01-20-2011, 10:54 AM
Cool thanks

ShadowEP3
01-20-2011, 10:55 AM
IMO carry:

a socket wrench
10mm, 12mm, and 14mm sockets (i carry a 19mm for the lug nuts)
jumper cables/booster
antifreeze/coolant
spare tire w/jack
screwdrivers
zipties (solution to almost anything :mbiggrin:)
strap wrench
extra quart of oil
tire pressure gauge
air freshener (never know :mangel:)

TXEP3
01-20-2011, 11:18 AM
Yes'r that about covers it!

ImportCustomx
01-20-2011, 12:01 PM
IMO carry:

3/8 socket wrench
8mm 10mm, 12mm, and 14mm 17mm sockets (i carry a 19mm for the lug nuts) i carry a 19mm and a craftsman breaker bar
i carry same regular open end wrenchs/speed wrench also same sizes
jumper cables/booster
antifreeze/coolant
spare tire w/jack
screwdrivers
zipties (solution to almost anything :mbiggrin:)
strap wrench
extra quart of oil
tire pressure gauge
tire plug kit (20$ from autozone)
fix-a-flat can
air freshener (never know :mangel:)
phillips head screw driver
flat head screw driver
electrical tape
but connectors - or crimps
vice grips

i put things i red that i would add.

how far are you going?

windshield washer fluid, make sure your wipers are good, lights all work etc. headlights aimed properly. things are secured down.

cell phone charger

Personal protection (ie flare gun, legally carrying a handgun is nice too)

dj addicted
01-20-2011, 12:26 PM
wow.... it is an 8 hour trip. It isn't like he is driving to the moon. IMO.. check your oil.. make sure all 4 tires are still there.. make sure your engine turns on and go.

gamma6
01-20-2011, 02:16 PM
wow.... it is an 8 hour trip. It isn't like he is driving to the moon. IMO.. check your oil.. make sure all 4 tires are still there.. make sure your engine turns on and go.

haha yeah just want my ep to be healthy during this trip... going the extra step doesnt hurt
have most of the list edited by importcustomx thanks for the advice pals...

ImportCustomx
01-20-2011, 02:18 PM
i drove across the country... in a heavly modified car.

T_Virus
01-20-2011, 02:32 PM
you'll need a flash light...bring 2 just in case...

REBUILT CIVIC
01-20-2011, 04:26 PM
snacks

ShadowEP3
01-20-2011, 04:52 PM
wow.... it is an 8 hour trip. It isn't like he is driving to the moon. IMO.. check your oil.. make sure all 4 tires are still there.. make sure your engine turns on and go.

i listed those things because i carry em daily :tehe:
i hate to be the guy stranded, waiting for someone to come and pick/help me..id rather be ready


as for the edited version ImportCustomx posted..pretty much covered everything

PatrickJamesYu
01-20-2011, 07:03 PM
snacks
hahaha +1