Route Across Texas-- I 10

[bxplt]

I'll soon be driving my Golden Eagle from Florida to Phoenix. I'm planning to just stay on 10. Are there any issues I should be aware of? Any nasty grades that aren't apparent? Also, anyone in the Phoenix area, any ideas for a reasonable shop for some engine work? Thanks -Bob

[wolfe10]

Bxpit,

Welcome to the FMCA Forum.

While there are more scenic routes across Texas (U.S. 90 from San Antonio to Van Horn for example), I 10 is an easy shot all the way. Take I 12 in Louisiana-- shorter than staying on 10 and better road surface.

[elkhartjim]

I have read really good reviews on the Oasis Freightliner dealer in Phoenix. Remember also, if your a FCOC member the discount available.

You don't say when you're traveling; the wind can be pretty fierce from central Texas to Phoenix. Heck, we had high wind advisories two days ago in the Houston area. I would recommend planning the drive through Houston either in the middle of the night or between 9:30am to 3:30pm. I always drive straight through as its quicker and much shorter than taking Loop 610 or the toll road. Unless you have an EZ-Tag for the toll charges, you may sit in long lines (10+ minutes) at each ticket booth.

Safe travels.

[bxplt]

Thanks for the info , guys. Now for round 2. From Phoenix I'm heading to Seattle. I'm thinking' up thru Las Vegas and Bend Ore. to the Dalles and then Vancouver and up I-5. Anybody ever been that way? This will be in a couple of weeks so I'm thinking' the weather will be good. Any ideas? I'm trying to avoid major passes and grades like grapevine and the Siskues (sp?). thanks

[bizsmith@yahoo.com]

Elkhartjim is right about the wind. It tipped an 18 wheeler over at the same time we were there.

[majorberry]

Louisiana I-10 will probably be the worst interstate road you will ever drive on. It's as rough as a Texas cattle trail. IMHO

[wolfe10]

Actually, most if I 10 in Louisiana has been repaved. Less than 50 miles of hump de hump.

This was on the way back from Perry on Friday.

[akadeadeye]

Brett is correct, and that area of I 10 that will make you stutter is around Lafayette. We were in the area for Mardi Gras.

Don

[desertdeals69]

I go on Nv 95 from Las Vegas to Fallon then to Ca and north to Bend. I've done that a number of times.