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streetwiseprofe

05-24-2005, 08:42 PM

Brooke, for long distance trips, the management highly recommends bringing someone along who knows how to turn a wrench. Besides providing extra company and moral support, someone who knows what they're doing can help prevent problems BEFORE they happen.

Otherwise, replace oil/coolant, and check the tranny level, and you ought to be fine!

Phineas1382

05-24-2005, 09:23 PM

The mileage or the year aren't that relevant. Check your timing belt (as Jinx said), your engine oil, and [most importantly] the condition of your transmission and transmission fluid. I'd suggest having your transmission checked and the fluid changed [if needed]. If all those are in tip-top shape - you should be just fine.

brookelyn_FD

05-24-2005, 09:51 PM

Thanks guys/girls.. Yeah I will be getting my belt replaced tomorrow.. I was going to get it done today but the mechanic decided to take 2 hours to rotate my tires and change the oil, so I just said, **** it Iââ‚¬™ll do it tomorrow...

Unfortunately I will be making this trip alone.. http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/35.gif I'm probably going to die of boredom....

CRM3000

05-24-2005, 09:57 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by brookelyn_FD:
Unfortunately I will be making this trip alone.. http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/35.gif I'm probably going to die of boredom.... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You could always read comics while driving like Peter Griffin.....of course that wouldn't be very safe so I would not recommend it. http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/16x16_smiley-happy.gif

Canuckmikes

05-24-2005, 10:06 PM

You should get a CB radio. I wonder if any truckers would recognize the call sign "Brooklyn"?

Magiz

05-24-2005, 11:13 PM

If you've got an IPod this would probably be a great time, to get the port to connect it to your Car stereo. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

brookelyn_FD

05-24-2005, 11:51 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Canuckmikes:
You should get a CB radio. I wonder if any truckers would recognize the call sign "Brooklyn"? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

40 and a heavy weight 40 and a heavy weight!

I always say that over CB, but I have no idea what it means.. It's just fun to say I guess..

BitSeraph

05-24-2005, 11:58 PM

Hate to break it to ya, but that probably means "omfg there's a huge collision in front of me and most of your friends are probably dead".

...you didnt hear them screaming through the radio at you?

brookelyn_FD

05-25-2005, 12:07 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by BitSeraph:
Hate to break it to ya, but that probably means "omfg there's a huge collision in front of me and most of your friends are probably dead".

...you didnt hear them screaming through the radio at you? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

hahalol
**** I've been fu king with ppl's emotions for a long time then...

brookelyn_FD

05-25-2005, 12:17 AM

I cant even edit anymore... Is Ubi trying to tell me sumthing http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Wanted to edit my last post so it didnt look like I cussed every other word... http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/51.gif

BitSeraph

05-25-2005, 01:32 AM

Yes, some people may have noticed how Eekers has gradually gathered all power towards her like some sort of huge floating eye...

theexpozay

05-25-2005, 04:18 AM

I rent or buy books on tape/ CD for long trips. Helps to pass the time.
Most of the Clancy novels are available!

Ghengis_John

05-25-2005, 07:16 AM

Before you head out on your long trip let me reccomend the twilight zone episode: The hitch hiker to you. Watch it before you head out, preferrably alone.

I don't know why you're driving 2000 miles. With today's gas prices the train would be a better option if you could take it. But if you need your car with you (like for a move) then I guess you're stuck. (As for the poll thing try not being a frag doll. I know idiots would create polls comparing the girls ect but I just want the ability to make a poll like I'd have anywhere else. What ubisoft polit bureau do I visit about that one)

DirtyDiva

05-25-2005, 08:19 AM

haha you're mean.

But all these evil roady movies were made before cell phones made it to the mainstream. Just take that and remember to keep it charged.

Good luck!

BitSeraph

05-25-2005, 08:38 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ghengis_John:
I know idiots would create polls comparing the girls ect </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Actually, last night Exposay and I were considering a "best non-FD" poll.

Ghengis_John

05-25-2005, 09:33 AM

I trust that I will be included, right bit? *winks and pulls up his pant-leg revaling hair and a mass of scar tissue* Unless it's a personality thing, then I stand absolutely no chance of winning.

P.S. Thankyou Diva, I take pride in that. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif You've got a good point but the beautiful thing about that episode is the woman in it (traveling alone on a long trip) interacts with people and makes phonecalls ect. See, the hitch hiker is not her real problem...

brookelyn_FD

05-25-2005, 10:08 AM

I actually prefer listening to audio then reading books... I recently received Angels and Demons by Dan Brown, so that should keep my mind focus for awhile..

Yes Im moving so train isnt a option, I need my car.. Plus I had to take trains when I was younger and wanted to jump out and start running... I felt like I would make more progress... Train might be straight shots, but they feel like they move 10 mph, not to mention stop at every lil town on your way..

Ghengis_John

05-25-2005, 10:18 AM

Hmm that reminds me of yet another twilight zone episode.

stonelance

05-25-2005, 11:28 AM

Make sure your tires are the correct air pressure as well. It will help with gas mileage and tire wear. Im guessing if you got your tires rotated they would have done this for you already. You should probably also check your spare tire just incase.

DirtyDiva

05-25-2005, 11:36 AM

Are you moving to that really far up north rainy northern state??? Ooooh!!! http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/10.gif LOL

DirtyDiva

05-25-2005, 11:38 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">P.S. Thankyou Diva, I take pride in that. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif You've got a good point but the beautiful thing about that episode is the woman in it (traveling alone on a long trip) interacts with people and makes phonecalls ect. See, the hitch hiker is not her real problem... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Oops! My mistake. I thought you were talking about the Hitcher. Nevermind. Never seen the one you're talking about. I'll have to see it now.

Ghengis_John

05-25-2005, 12:58 PM

The hitcher? That was an 80's horror movie wasn't it? I'm talking about the episode of the twilight zone where the guy keeps saying: "Going my way?" If you like the twilight zone I've seen the DVD set that includes it at target for 30 bucks. And yes you should http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif.

Genesis.11

05-25-2005, 01:02 PM

I liked the twilight zone movie- but in all honesty that kid still kinda creeps me out.

Anyway, I'd recommend bringing a cell phone and a headset (those pink H2 headsets should work) and just talk to people on the road. It really helps pass the time when you get sick of hearing Christina Aguilera (If I spelled that incorrectly, I don't care).

Goliath.Ubi.Dev

05-25-2005, 02:38 PM

I didn't know people could go for that long without the internet. Your very brave Brooke:P

Oh and make sure your alternator is working fine too, on a 200km trip (thats like 120miles or something for you americans) I had it break down and my car just died. Not fun to find a replacement and it was like 150bucks.

Good luck with the move though, and if you get in trouble bring a horn to call for ewok backup. Works for me all the time.

NotASenator

05-25-2005, 08:35 PM

Brooklyn,

As a boost of confidence, I took a 1992 Dodge Shadow from Pacific Beach in San Diego, cross-country to D.C.

It had 152,000 miles on it. Like everyone else said, oil change, tire pressure, tune up before hand. We had no problems and I trusted the car enough to buy it from my sister.

Flyn_Tagart

05-25-2005, 08:43 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by brookelyn_FD:
Thanks guys/girls.. Yeah I will be getting my belt replaced tomorrow.. I was going to get it done today but the mechanic decided to take 2 hours to rotate my tires and change the oil, so I just said, **** it Iââ‚¬™ll do it tomorrow...

Unfortunately I will be making this trip alone.. http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/35.gif I'm probably going to die of boredom.... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

welcome to my life my job sends me all over canada on short notice... bring alot of music
and sing it makes time fly by

Gooch2004

05-26-2005, 08:20 AM

you like dan brown brooke? his books are class, really makes you think about things

NotASenator

05-26-2005, 08:47 AM

Dan Brown just seems a bit too processed for me. They aren't bad books by any stretch, but after reading one, the rest seemed somewhat formulaic.

Rule of Four is very good, in my opinion, although it gets a bit too erudite at times.

jaded.cross

05-26-2005, 12:07 PM

Hey, I was reading this thread and I noticed that your first problem (not being able to start polls) was never adressed. Did it get fixed? Either way, that is kinda ironic.

seppuku_FD

05-26-2005, 02:10 PM

wow, how many days do you plan on driving? hope you have a driving buddy!! anyhow, i think it's do-able. 98 isn't that old.

RONIN013

05-26-2005, 03:59 PM

Try not to overload your car while cruising and don't red-line your tachometer - you'll be golden!

Ghengis_John

05-26-2005, 05:27 PM

Don't forget to pack a spare flux capacitor.

MuttonChopYaz

05-26-2005, 09:03 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by NotASenator:
Dan Brown just seems a bit too processed for me. They aren't bad books by any stretch, but after reading one, the rest seemed somewhat formulaic.

Rule of Four is very good, in my opinion, although it gets a bit too erudite at times. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Besides, it's fiction.

The_Ron

05-26-2005, 10:40 PM

Tell me you have a Triple A card and a good cell phone Brooke!!

theexpozay

05-27-2005, 02:45 AM

Check this out. It may help!

http://www.cartalk.com/content/features/trip-planner/

jdlbusterdog

05-27-2005, 06:41 AM

I can't say enough about the timing belt. A friend took his wife's bmw into a shop they said you have 75k on this and you haven't changed the timing belt thy're s'posed to be changed at 60k. 3 weeks later,pow,clank grinding to a stop $3500 later (two pistons, 5 valves a new timing belt)and she was going 5 miles per hour. And this is not meant to be condescending make sure they replace your timing belt (not your fan belt saying it's a timing belt)we know how "honest" some mechanics can be. Safe driving get out and walk often and see the sights you never know when you'll pass that way again.
Jeff

Gooch2004

05-27-2005, 07:08 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by MuttonChopYaz:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by NotASenator:
Dan Brown just seems a bit too processed for me. They aren't bad books by any stretch, but after reading one, the rest seemed somewhat formulaic.

Rule of Four is very good, in my opinion, although it gets a bit too erudite at times. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Besides, it's fiction. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

maybe, but theres alot of evidence to prove this is true

BitSeraph

05-27-2005, 07:14 AM

No there isn't, all he's done is throw in a few vague historical references to popes that any fool with the ability to use Google could find. It's Indiana Jones: The Book.

brookelyn_FD

05-27-2005, 09:29 AM

I just wanted to say bye to everyone... Im moving to Seattle today, and I wont have internet available to me for 2 weeks...

Love you alll!!!

Dont forget about me http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Magiz

05-27-2005, 09:32 AM

Have a safe and fun move Brooke! I know moving can be very stressful sometimes. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

And don't worry... we won't. http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Ghengis_John

05-27-2005, 11:45 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> 3 weeks later,pow,clank grinding to a stop $3500 later (two pistons, 5 valves a new timing belt)and she was going 5 miles per hour. And this is not meant to be condescending make sure they replace your timing belt (not your fan belt saying it's a timing belt)we know how "honest" some mechanics can be. Safe driving get out and walk often and see the sights you never know when you'll pass that way again.
Jeff </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Did you ever think they sabotaged her? You'd be surprised how many problems my carsd have developed after I took them to a mechanic. We once found a screwdriver had been left punchering a tank on one of our cars and another time they swapped out steel running boards for plastic on a van. Both times resulted in free repairs to fix their "repairs". In short. I don't trust mechanics. AT ALL.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">maybe, but theres alot of evidence to prove this is true </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

No, there's not. It's *******es like you- the majority- who don't understand it's fiction that are the problem with this book. "It really makes you think about things" It shouldn't. It's fantasy. You should "think about things" about as much reading about a failed catholic assasination attempt as when gimli jumps over the ramparts of helm's deep. But I shouldn't be surprised. This country's always ostracised catholics so a book where they're the villains was sure to fly off the shelves. The only villian that would be perianally more popular would be the nazis.

Ray crock:
"F*ck their god! Let em' eat burgers like everyone else!"

Oh yeah, seeya brooke, good luck.

NotASenator

05-27-2005, 12:15 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ghengis_John:
No, there's not. It's *******es like you- the majority- who don't understand it's fiction that are the problem with this book. "It really makes you think about things" It shouldn't. It's fantasy. You should "think about things" about as much reading about a failed catholic assasination attempt as when gimli jumps over the ramparts of helm's deep. But I shouldn't be surprised. This country's always ostracised catholics so a book where they're the villains was sure to fly off the shelves. The only villian that would be perianally more popular would be the nazis.

Ray crock:
"F*ck their god! Let em' eat burgers like everyone else!"

</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Wow, man. Ouch.

And yet, true.

stonelance

05-27-2005, 02:50 PM

When I went to get an new exhaust on my old car I had been driving it for a week before I found out that the transmission linkage had one bolt missing and the other one was half way off. I could have been driving and the trany could have shifted randomly on me. Its a good thing I caught it though.

Calistah

05-27-2005, 03:25 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by brookelyn_FD:
I just wanted to say bye to everyone... Im moving to Seattle today, and I wont have internet available to me for 2 weeks...

Love you alll!!!

Dont forget about me http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
We'll try and keep the sun on for you. =)

CRM3000

05-27-2005, 04:09 PM

Yes indeed....be safe, good luck, have fun and all of the above. How could we ever possibly forget about you? http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/16x16_smiley-happy.gif

MuttonChopYaz

05-27-2005, 08:41 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Calistah:
We'll try and keep the sun on for you. =) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hah! You'd have better luck contstructing your own sun.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by BitSeraph:
No there isn't, all he's done is throw in a few vague historical references to popes that any fool with the ability to use Google could find. It's Indiana Jones: The Book. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Dude... what if The Matrix is real?! *puff*

Ghengis_John

05-28-2005, 12:42 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CRM3000:
Yes indeed....be safe, good luck, have fun and all of the above. How could we ever possibly forget about you? http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/16x16_smiley-happy.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Two words: Heavy object.

mmubaldi

05-28-2005, 10:05 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">You'd have better luck constructing your own sun. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>They're cheaper to rent, believe it or not.

Phineas1382

05-28-2005, 10:25 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by brookelyn_FD:
I just wanted to say bye to everyone... Im moving to Seattle today, and I wont have internet available to me for 2 weeks...

Love you alll!!!

Dont forget about me http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

See you soon Brooke - have a fun & safe move. Incidentally, I'm moving soon as well. I move on the 14th of June.

ShadowSkull_X1

05-28-2005, 11:21 PM

So this means I cant shove a sandwich up your ******** anymore, whenever you wink? WHAT THE FOCK!

xalphawolf

05-29-2005, 04:51 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by streetwiseprofe:
Brooke, for long distance trips, the management highly recommends bringing someone along who knows how to turn a wrench.
</div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Id be more then happy to volunteer.
http://forums.ubi.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I agree so long as the car is running wellââ‚¬Â¦check all fluid levels before you leaveââ‚¬Â¦check them every other time you stop for gasââ‚¬Â¦..check the belts now make sure they are in good conditionââ‚¬Â¦.no cracks ect. If you have a friend who knows about cars have them look these over so you donââ‚¬™t get ripped off by a shop. If you take it to a shop to have them look at the belts they WILL roll you and tell you things need to be replaced even if they donââ‚¬™t.
Take a working phone and let people you know know where you are every step of the way.
http://forums.ubi.com/images/smilies/25.gif

As I edit this I see I am once again late posting to this thread. Im going to stop this.

Ghengis_John...Your 100% right about mechanics. I have been screwd 3 of the last three times Ive gone for either motorcycle repairs or car repairs. And I know a good bit about how to repair stuff. Its a sad world we live in.

My two cents.