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Subject:Re: which route to CA?(long)
From:Ron Lussier
Date:Thu, 30 Oct 1997 09:18:12 -0800

At 09:51 AM 10/30/97 -0500, Forhan, Thomas wrote:
>Also Route 50 across Nevada is a forgotten highway going through very
>desolate territory. You'll get the same views going through the desert
>on the Interstate, and services, parts and people will be much more
>available.  This part of Route 50 would be, in my judgement, one of the
>worst roads in America to have a Vanagon problem that needed
>professional assistance.

I agree with your assessment about being desolate.  Route 50 ("The
Lonliest Highway in America") is IMHO a LOT more beautiful than Rt. 80
through Nevada, and a LOT more pleasant to drive.  I agree that I wouldn't
want to have engine problems, and I also suggest taking extra fuel.

Ron
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