Done CO > CT or CT > CO many times...

Starting a road trip at night for me never worked out...I always found the closer to the beginning of the day I could start the longer I could go. Maybe it's something about the dark and relating it with sleep, but that's all I felt like doing if I started late in the day.

I've averaged that trip usually around 28-30 hours each way, 1880 miles, (previous to getting my `03 9-5 Aero...last trip was 22.5 hours...WOO!).

But, you seem to be starting at a difficult time...2:30. I'd say try to pay close attention to rush hour traffic in major cities, it's better to pull over and get some rest, a cup of coffee or whatnot and spend that time wisely, rather than not covering much ground stuck in traffic for who know's how long. Also, bring a toothbrush as it helps keep you stay awake by just dry brushing your teeth. Think it's a combination of the actual activity and they say the stimulation of your gums keeps you awake...who knows, also something to do. Books on tape always bored me and made me tired, had much more success with music. Bring a LOT of cd's...many more than your changer can handle because you may just not be in the mood for one of those six, or just get sick of them because 1200 miles takes a lot of time.

Obvious things...oil, other fluids, tires - wear, pressure, alignment, balance...lights, etc. Make sure it's running smooth to, even a quick plug change or basic DIY tuneup if needed will make for a much smoother ride and with today's gas prices, help a bit econmically also.

If you have a cell...keep the wife updated every once in a while as to where you're at on the road to ease her mind a bit.

But for the most part, have fun! Not sure exactally where you're driving to, but there's beautiful country out there and a great time to see it. Even if you don't have time to stop, enjoy what you can. Kick back, crank some music, enjoy driving your SAAB as it's going to be a comfy ride.

Good luck!


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• crazy long trip... need advice, MichaelG, Mon, 12 Jul 2004 19:39:28
  • Been there and done that 4 times in last year..., Misplacedyankee , Wed, 14 Jul 2004 19:16:19
  • Great car! My $0.02...>>>, PGAero , Tue, 13 Jul 2004 15:13:03
  • GREAT tip to avoid stone chips, ACC, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 09:31:53
  • I did Chicago to New Orleans and back ->, michael p, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 07:15:37
  • Beautiful car. Get a CB, Ben S., Tue, 13 Jul 2004 07:15:27
    • yeah, i gotta believe one is less likely to sleep if>, prodigal son, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 09:08:27
  • Re: crazy long trip... need advice, Dean, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 07:08:37
  • rest and relax -enjoy the ride, markP, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 06:17:26
  • 1200 miles is no biggie, Noel, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 06:07:45
  • 10 hrs Sat + 9 hrs Sund, STICKMAN, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 05:44:53
  • Toronto ON - Daytona Beach FL in 24 hrs, Trev, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 05:37:22
  • I just did 950 miles at once >, ChipJ, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 05:28:34
    • AWESOME CAR!, jimtimkim, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 05:54:40
  • Re: crazy long trip... need advice, cryptical, Mon, 12 Jul 2004 20:19:44 <-- Viewing This Message
    • thanks... have a confession... it's not a Saab, MichaelG, Mon, 12 Jul 2004 20:25:52
      • What is it...I'm just curious?? (nm), turrbo , Mon, 12 Jul 2004 22:05:28
        • pic..., MichaelG, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 04:33:44
          • WOW. Skip my spare DI comment..., Misplacedyankee , Wed, 14 Jul 2004 19:18:13
          • Wooohoooo!!! That'll be a fun trip...Nice ride!!! (nm), turrbo , Tue, 13 Jul 2004 14:20:26
          • Take a Valentine......., Richard Miller, Tue, 13 Jul 2004 07:28:39
          • Looks sweet, hope you don't get any tickets!, Randy Thatcher , Tue, 13 Jul 2004 04:50:48
            • Nice ride!, AMG , Tue, 13 Jul 2004 05:03:15

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