When we head to Issaquah in the morning it is about 2 hours and 15 minutes from the border.
Early morning crossings are basically zero line ups. The Costco parking lot is 5 minutes north of the Sumas Crossing - take Highway 9 out of Sedro-Woolley.
I have a family commitment and will not attend the event. Al will be leading the group. He promises to have the starter fixed by then.
Cheers.