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  1. cinemaphonic

    ISO Advice for trip from Houston to Portland via LA

    good point. very good point. I've been meaning to look into this, I just kind of got used to it. It steers ok and is aligned well, but sometimes when a good gush of wind gets it on the side it can get a little shaky. I'll definitely look into do this. thank you.
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    ISO Advice for trip from Houston to Portland via LA

    I'm driving from Houston to LA, THEN to Portland.  Looking this map there's a potential for a lot of border control along these routes: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=zhQY4bL21wnI.kBgudR6F40Qw&hl=en_US
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    ISO Advice for trip from Houston to Portland via LA

    Now I'm reconsidering the whole thing. See, I'm driving to Portland to relocate indefinitely. Find work, restart ,my life, etc. So I'm starting to think I'm drive straight from houston to Portland. This way I can just avoid the whole border patrol thing and dicey west coast weather.  Any route...
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    ISO Advice for trip from Houston to Portland via LA

    I see. Yea, and I don't have the best steering on my van. I can control it well, but front end is a little loose on the steering due to age.  I'm not sure if this can be answered, but what would be the safest portion of that highway do you think? It'd be nice to pop on it, even for an hour.
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    ISO Advice for trip from Houston to Portland via LA

    Thanks Gary. Is the 101 pretty safe this time of year? It is definitely on my bucket list, but not on my death wish, lol.
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    ISO Advice for trip from Houston to Portland via LA

    I'm leaving towards LA this Friday. Do you mean dicey in terms of snow and such? Thanks for the recommendation.  Does my avoiding the southern border town seem too paranoid?
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    ISO Advice for trip from Houston to Portland via LA

    Hey guys. So I'm driving from Houston to Portland, but I'm taking around 3 weeks to do it. I would appreciate any general advice as far as cities to enjoy along the way and natural must-see sights.  My main question is this: I want to get to Portland through California, with a definite stop in...
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    NEWBIE: Trans cooler line replacement

    this guy makes it seem really easy, or does this method not apply to me?
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    NEWBIE: Trans cooler line replacement

    Thank you, and thank you VonBrown. Do you mean I should replace the entire assembly?
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    NEWBIE: Trans cooler line replacement

    Hey guys, I have a 96 dodge ram van and the passenger side trans line started leaking (not sure if it is return or supply). Can you guys point me towards any repair videos or links or explain how I can do this? I tried to post on a dodge forum but no one really answered the question. One guy...
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    ISO Rear Tire Mount Reccomendation

    Hey guys, I'm about to hit the road again, and I've finally wised up and decided its time to start traveling with a  spare.  I have a 96 dodge ram van B2500 5.9. Any recommendations on an easy to install and affordable rear door mount? And while I'm at it, any recommendations for a 2 bike rack...
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    Looking for advice on working longterm in one place

    I agree. I experimented with van dwelling in Milwaukee in the winter, and I tolerated it just fine. Besides I don't really spend that much time in the van to be honest. It's really just for sleeping and minimal food prep. Otherwise I spend most of my time out walking around or working at...
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    Looking for advice on working longterm in one place

    I know, I know. I think I can do it though. I have some friends in town who are willing to offer a couch when the cold gets to be too much.  So a mail service like that would be sufficient for apply for jobs in a state I'm not a resident of? You know I've heard that about Oregon, but I was...
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    Looking for advice on working longterm in one place

    I'm planning a move to Portland soon and would like to continue van living. However, I want to stay in the city for most of the year. What would you guys recommend in terms of establishing a residence? My only thought was to ask around or post on craigslist to see if someone would be willing let...
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