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04-16-2007, 09:49 PM

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You can do 1200-1300 a day depending on the rattler you have.

04-16-2007, 09:52 PM

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So then you'll be at the OSS Roar this weekend Kurt?

Nope, got a friends wedding this weekend.

04-16-2007, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mr_velocity

I'm heading out Wed to pick up the new little boat from Idaho and bringing it back to NJ. Realistically how many miles a day can I expect to put in or actual drive hours? I've never done cross country before, longest trip has been about 700 miles. Can I expect to do a 1000 a day?

Sounds like a once in a lifetime trip. I'd love to see the west from the ground. Take it slow and enjoy the sights.
Personally I like driving at night, at least where it's congested. I bet it will be a nice ride once you get past PA into Ohio.

What toy are ya bringing back?

04-16-2007, 10:41 PM

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I drive 1000 miles per day or if I am on a deadline I drive 1400 miles in 24 hours stopping only for fuel. I am the boating version of the US Mail. rain or snow or broken axels

04-16-2007, 11:05 PM

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about 650-700 and I'm done-----

04-16-2007, 11:51 PM

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If you can, get someone to make the trip with you. I made the run from Chesterfield,Va. to Sydney, Il. when I bought my boat. That was over 800 miles each way. I had my brother-in-law with me. Having the second driver was nice, but having someone else in the vehicle to talk to and keep you alert was the biggest help, IMOP.
Have a safe trip..........

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04-17-2007, 12:00 AM

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700 miles or 12 hours (7am-7pm) then stop, eat sleep. Enjoy your trip.

04-17-2007, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by mr_velocity

When I was hauling boats for a living 5+ years ago, a good day would be at least 1,000 miles and a great day would be 1350 miles in a 24 hr timeframe.