This is important stuff. I know because I wrote it!
(Just a short list of suggestions for those new to convoys)
GMRS/FRS “TALKABOUT” RADIOS,
SET TO CHANNEL 7 & Security Code 1
Click here to see the FRS Radio Page in Tech Topics
PLENTY OF FRESH BATTERIES
CELL PHONE
MAP OR ATLAS
SUNSCREEN
CHECK TIRE INFLATION, ENGINE OIL, AND FLUID LEVELS
TOP OFF FUEL TANK
GO EASY ON COFFEE/LIQUIDS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE
CONSIDER: WE SOMETIMES ENCOUNTER RAIN, SOMETIMES HEAVY, ALONG THE WAY. THINK ABOUT WHETHER YOU WANT TO TRAVEL WITH YOUR BOOT ON, AND IF SO WHERE YOU INTEND TO STORE IT IN CASE YOU HAVE TO QUICKLY REMOVE IT (TRUNK ROOM? BEHIND THE SEATS?) AND YES, WE KNOW, YOU Z4 DRIVERS DON’T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT THAT.
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The photo to the left reminds us that putting the roof up when parked can be a good idea! |