Date:         Thu, 26 Apr 2001 13:11:03 -0500
Reply-To:     Christopher Darilek <cdarilek@daxcontrol.com>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Christopher Darilek <cdarilek@daxcontrol.com>
Subject:      Re: Driving time to west coast?
Comments: To: lauren spaderna <lulumylulu@hotmail.com>
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I've driven from San Antonio TX to OR before, usually took from 3 to 4 days
driving 8 to 12 hours a day.  I'm doing the trip this summer from Austin TX
to OR in my 82 Westfalia, it's got a new engine with a couple thousand miles
on it.  I had all kinds of trouble after the engine was replaced, but the
van was new to me so there was lots of stuff that needed attention.  I enjoy
driving, watching the country go by, and stopping where I want, when I want.
Taking a plane is much too confining, especially those little seats.

Christopher
82 Westfalia

> Does anyone have an estimate, or know from experience how long it takes to
get from CT to OR?  Days/hrs?  I've done it in a car, exceeding the local
speed limits and only stopping for gas (2 days), but never in a Vanagon.
Mine is a 1981 Westy.  He's got a brand new rebuilt in 'em, currently 0
miles (not quite done yet) and lots of other new fixes.  Hoping all goes
well before I actually leave.
> I'm not looking to break any records this time, just get out there in one
piece and not lollygag around on my way (I have a deadline).
> Any commentary appreciated!