Ron Lussier wrote: > At 09:51 AM 10/30/97 -0500, Forhan, Thomas wrote: > >Also Route 50 across Nevada is a forgotten highway going through very > > >desolate territory. You'll get the same views going through the > desert > >on the Interstate, and services, parts and people will be much more > >available. This part of Route 50 would be, in my judgement, one of > the > >worst roads in America to have a Vanagon problem that needed > >professional assistance. > > I agree with your assessment about being desolate. Route 50 ("The > Lonliest Highway in America") is IMHO a LOT more beautiful than Rt. 80 > > through Nevada, and a LOT more pleasant to drive. I agree that I > wouldn't > want to have engine problems, and I also suggest taking extra fuel. > Which ever way you go, check the weather forecast beforhand if you plan on travelling two lane highways in the West.If you get hit with a storm similar to the recent Colorado dump, we may not find you 'til spring! This is not a joke... Larry |
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