I imagine you have already thought of all this but just in case....
The fact that you have been driving the van around for 4 years is a good thing.
It's somewhat reliable.
Tires and brakes checked and an oil change and a couple qts extra so you can top it whenever you need one instead of waiting to find it.
A spare is a good idea if you have one , throw it in (two if your tires are even slightly iffy) . AAA is good , call and ask what their policy is on a trailer you're towing.
If you can fit it all in the van and a trailer that's great .
If not hopefully you can goodwill or dump enough to not be overloaded. The more you do there the happier the van will be. NEVER forget. Being able to move the weight isn't the same thing as being able to stop it....
Breakdowns and motels... Depending on how long it will be , renting a u-haul van (used to be $20 a day local) to move into is way cheaper .
Bringing a tent and camping gear could be a cheap option to have along too. Could also be used in that rental van.
(? Another option ?..... Renting a bigger van/ truck and skipping the trailer for the whole trip might be cost effective also.) Both cash wise as well as worry wise.
I spent 30 years moving vans and trucks full of sound gear millions of miles and traveled around the country in my own old vehicle a 1969 pickup and have experienced breakdowns in every form imaginable (including a motor home fire.)
and in many new and far off places .
And there was always a place that helped me get back on the road .
Some treated me better than I would have experienced in my home town uptah camp!
Never missed a show .
Well ,except for when that club burned down with all the gear in it ! (But we did get a couple weeks off that was sorely needed).
Welcome to the forums . It's nice to have a new face in the crew !
No worries about where or how you post. This isn't that kind of place.
A few have responded here and probably more will as they notice you're here.
Now , tell us more about your future new pooch !
I traveled for 16 years with a dalmatian.
The fact that you have been driving the van around for 4 years is a good thing.
It's somewhat reliable.
Tires and brakes checked and an oil change and a couple qts extra so you can top it whenever you need one instead of waiting to find it.
A spare is a good idea if you have one , throw it in (two if your tires are even slightly iffy) . AAA is good , call and ask what their policy is on a trailer you're towing.
If you can fit it all in the van and a trailer that's great .
If not hopefully you can goodwill or dump enough to not be overloaded. The more you do there the happier the van will be. NEVER forget. Being able to move the weight isn't the same thing as being able to stop it....
Breakdowns and motels... Depending on how long it will be , renting a u-haul van (used to be $20 a day local) to move into is way cheaper .
Bringing a tent and camping gear could be a cheap option to have along too. Could also be used in that rental van.
(? Another option ?..... Renting a bigger van/ truck and skipping the trailer for the whole trip might be cost effective also.) Both cash wise as well as worry wise.
I spent 30 years moving vans and trucks full of sound gear millions of miles and traveled around the country in my own old vehicle a 1969 pickup and have experienced breakdowns in every form imaginable (including a motor home fire.)
and in many new and far off places .
And there was always a place that helped me get back on the road .
Some treated me better than I would have experienced in my home town uptah camp!
Never missed a show .
Well ,except for when that club burned down with all the gear in it ! (But we did get a couple weeks off that was sorely needed).
Welcome to the forums . It's nice to have a new face in the crew !
No worries about where or how you post. This isn't that kind of place.
A few have responded here and probably more will as they notice you're here.
Now , tell us more about your future new pooch !
I traveled for 16 years with a dalmatian.
stay tuned
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