Driving long distance in 1974 2.7

[bgp]

I just bought a 1974 2.7 from a member in Dayton Ohio. The car was to be transported by truck, however the horror stories have kept the car on the ground. The car has had tensioner done and the fan was upgraded to the eleven blade. It is going into a Porsche shop in Dayton to be looked over prior to the drive. I just sold my VW Westy to a gentleman from Canada. The van was rebuilt from top to bottom, yet I still worried about the unknowns for such a long trip. Sure enough he contacted me last night and said the van had died and would not start. I researched the issue and found hundreds of possibilities except the one that caused the problem. Evidently there was a substantial amount of water in the tank, from which I have no clues as to where it came from. I did pull the tank and reseal it during the rebuild, and there was a large storm cell that dumped 6 inches on the ground while he drove. Anyway the reason I bring this up is the probable vs the possible.... and a little karma. I believe when I sell a car I am responsible to the ad that I ran, that the car will make it back when I say it will. A daring a very stupid statement with so many unknowns. He is currently in Grand Forks ND and not far from home. Which leads me back to my drive. I will be driving from Dayton thru Chicago and then on to Estes Park, about 36 miles above Boulder Colorado. Those of you familiar with this car might toss some words of advice and tips for a drive across I 80, which can be very lonely.
Thanks, Brendan

[911pcars]

As far as your personal responsibility for the car just sold, that's up to you. Legally, it's his. Not sure how you can assist him other than diagnosing via long distance or pay to have it diagnosed and repaired.

Insofar as a lengthy trip, it depends on the confidence factor. The more miles you accumulate without incident, the better. Most folks drive within a workable radius from the repair center until there is sufficient confidence to extend the mileage with minimal pucker factor. I suggest the same with your newly repaired car.

As for trip essentials, some owners go with minimal spares and tools, but with a credit card and a cell phone. Others load up. What's your confidence and repair competence level? A Triple A card can come in handy, especially the one that provides long distance towing.

Can you invite a riding mechanic-type?

Sherwood

[racer]

1) a '74 came with an 11 blade fan (at least our '74S did). .IIRC 75+ had the 5 blade fan.

2) Go for it! Stop by a grocery store when you leave with your (new) car.. buy and fill up a small cooler with drinks and some emergency "rations". Have a phone, CC, some cash, some patience, and if the car doesn't have a complete toolkit, make sure you have a few small items like fuses and a spare fan belt just in case, a qt or 2 of oil etc.

[911pcars]

With a brand new-to-you, pre-owned ride, a fire extinguisher might be a good idea.

Sherwood

[kramer747]

I'm confused

[bgp]

Kramer747,
Being confused is nothing to be ashamed of, you have taken the first step which is admitting to it. The simple answer to the posting is Karma. Taking the steps to insure the car I sold does what I said it would, which is make it back to the new owners home with no issues. I am looking for the same out of the 74, but asking for advice from those who know these cars and or have had a similar experience. Hope that clears your confusion!

[cgarr]

You could post your route before you leave? There are a lot of members scattered all over the US that may be able to help should something take a crap....

[shadowjack1]

Some of the stuff that i would bring:
Fan Belt
Several qts. of oil
Fuses and relays
wd40 ( I take this stuff everwhere)
Fuel and air filter if not changed before you depart.
Brake fluid if not changed before you depart.
Fix a flat, plugs and tools needed to repair flats.
Along with the other stuff mentioned above that is all I can think of off the top of my head.
Maybe a nasty red head would come in handy.

[Reifle]

I like the idea of posting your route - just in case you need a hand! Great idea!

[Walter_Middie]

Post your route and find Porsche friends along the way.

My first trip in my 75 was from Seattle to Laguna Seca California. My wife was holding her breath the whole way - she was amazed when we got there without skipping a beat. It can be done - of course it's better after you do all the new car checks (brakes, tune-up, fluids, fixing anything broken, etc....) but if you're on the delivery ride, then you are taking a chance. But that's part of the fun. It wouldn't be an adventure if you knew you were going to make it without a problem.

[Bob Kontak]

You could check the drive axle bolts before taking off for snugness.

[PorschePilot]

I have a 74S with a high quality rebuild, how do I know its high quality, because I did it myself. I have jumped in it for a 1000 mile trip without thinking twice and normally cruise 80 to 85 all day when on the highway. Make sure the oil level is good, good fan belt and keep an eye on the oil temp. Other that that go for it.

[teleski42]

Cell phone, credit card, AAA gold and go have fun. Jim

[kramer747]

Originally Posted by bgp

Kramer747,
Being confused is nothing to be ashamed of, you have taken the first step which is admitting to it. The simple answer to the posting is Karma. Taking the steps to insure the car I sold does what I said it would, which is make it back to the new owners home with no issues. I am looking for the same out of the 74, but asking for advice from those who know these cars and or have had a similar experience. Hope that clears your confusion!

How bout you go **** yourself in your welfare shack you call a home while I sit in my multimillion dollar house and think about how confused I still am

[911pcars]

Originally Posted by kramer747

How bout you go **** yourself in your welfare shack you call a home while I sit in my multimillion dollar house and think about how confused I still am

Perhaps you are confused. Wrong forum?

Sherwood

[kramer747]

lol - get your ass over here and have a drink Wes!

[nesslar]

"Those of you familiar with this car might toss some words of advice and tips for a drive across I 80, which can be very lonely."
Looks like you have gotten plenty of good advice here. Better I suppose to take too much stuff than otherwise, too. I'd go for it, especially once you get an "OK" from the shop in Dayton. I'd be looking forward to the drive, lonely or not. It's not like you'll be driving a Model A with a leaky radiator and questionable engine/chassis.

[bgp]

Kramer747,
So much anger... lets get together and sort this out face to face. Easy to be a tool and hide behind a posting!