Sounds like a great trip overall, one to remember for quite a long time.
Having done similar trips a few years ago myself and now reading about your trip has me itching for another loooong trip in my old truck (when it's back on the road)


•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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