It seems like we’ve been driving forever BUT we finally crossed over into Oregon! And what a breath-taking view it was with Mount Shasta in the background!
While we only drove 388 miles today, it took more than 9 hours! It was the day of steep grades – up and down. I think we drove a total of 9 passes today on I-5 North – some of them very, very steep and miles long. There’s just no way to make good time when you are climbing these mountains at 35 mph.
We are continuing to be plagued by some engine troubles. At least it’s not something “serious” but I’m not happy that we are having any problems at all. After spending several thousands of dollars in December, this new engine shouldn’t be giving us any trouble! The air intake hose on top of the valve cover keeps “popping” off and when it does, it sounds like something is exploding! It happened yesterday and Nolan and I thought we fixed it last night when we stopped. Obviously, we didn’t get that clamp quite tight enough!
We also did a few minor repairs on the trailer brakes and the rear signals. The intake hose “exploded” off again and, once again, scared us! We pulled over, put it back on again, and tightened it down VERY tight. With each stop, Nolan opened the hood and made sure that everything was staying in place. It was and, after 9.5 hours, we rolled into Cottage Grove, OR for the night.
If you know me, you know that I really dislike (hate) hotdogs! I couldn’t believe that anyone would think this is an improvement on the hotdog but they must like them in the Northwest. I’ve seen these signs everywhere!
