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Originally Posted by imagesinthewind
Here's my auto parts store supply list, what have I missed?
2 Qts Rotella, 4 in line filters, 1 Qt Diesel Kleen, 1 gallon wiper fluid, 1 gallon coolant. I'm also going to pick up a gallon of veggie oil for emergency fuel. If I need it the jug will then become the fuel can for diesel when I get to a station.
I'll buy a cresent wrench and screwdriver there, too. Thought about packing them and then thought about sitting in a small room at the Denver airport for taking a screwdriver.
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I'd consider changing the coolant with whatever type is in it now (even if it's green...deal with flushing later), if it's not being changed by PO. We don't worry about radiators freezing here in Fl, but it definately will where you're heading, no telling what degree (pun intended) of protection you have or how old it is.
You said PO is having oil changed. Make sure they use a diesel rated oil. Anything else will burn off at an alarming rate. I learned this the hard way with my first diesel.
Make sure to check lube in the diff.
I'd also add some Startron with every fuel fill up, just in case you've got a science project brewing in the tank. I'd stay away from Biobor as it will kill the fungus allowing it to settle to the bottom where it could clog up the screen.
Also make sure you've got a good spare, jack & lug wrench. Might be a good idea to loosen all lugs & re tighten before you leave to make sure you don't have a siezed lug in case you have to change a flat on the road.
Check the exhaust hanger donuts. Better to change now than drag your exhaust system down the interstate.
Buy a tire pressure gauge & check tires every day in case you've got a leaker, also pressures will drop in the colder climates.
Florida diesel is not winter blend, so you might want to top off with fuel before you shut down for the first night. Once you get a few hundred miles north of Fl you should be geting winter fuel which will resist jelling.
I'd avoid the SVO as a fuel, just buy a cheap gas can at the AP store & fill with diesel. If you get to the point where you need emergency fuel the SVO would be a fairly high concentration at that point & might not flow well if cold out.
Make sure you park with the battery accessable in case you need a jump in the morning. Cold start problems don't rear their ugly heads in our warm climate. I'd buy several gallons of oil rather than qts. You'll use it sooner or later and & it's nice to have if you need.
A tube of RTV silicone sealer would be handy.
Have some fuses & bulbs in case you blow one.
A flashlight is also handy, for repairs & watching gauges if dash lights go out.
No travel tool kit is complete without a pair of vise grips and duct tape!
I'm sure I've missed a few things, but with all the contributors here I'll bet all the bases get covered.