Zion
Registered User
My term is coming to an end, which means I need to start mentally preparing for the drive home. I initially drove from IA to OR via I80 to I84 to I5, but it was a rough going and not at all ideal with no overdrive, no pyrometer, and 4.10s. I know I'm not going to be able to avoid grade changes, but some of those mountain passes really test the "Built Ford Tough" motto. The truck normally runs between N and A on temp, and since I have no way to read exhaust temps, I figure hitting between A and L through Utah was not great for the internals. Time isn't really a concern, I'm expecting a similar 40-hour debacle, but I'd rather avoid extra miles given fuel prices. Final route concern is the type of traffic. Being limited to around 55mph (on level ground) had me feeling like a menace to all the long haulers in my rear view mirror. This time around I've got a new injection pump and hopefully won't have to stop every few hours to tweak timing or clear injectors, but I'm certain the beast of a truck has different plans. I've seen a few threads about going cross country in a four speed, but few had similar destinations. I'd appreciate any advice or suggestions in terms of getting from point A to B.