Epic Vancouver road trip!!

[Coley]

Here are a few recommendations:
1) Take some fresh water fishing gear with you (fly or cast)
You will come across some really nice lakes and streams that will offer a really nice 2-3 hr break from driving....maybe tie it in with the odd lunch.
2) Take camping gear and some very comfortable camp chairs. They are some great camping spots along the way including the provincial campground (Recreation area) in Rockcreek (slightly west of Osoyoos). Its right on the Kettle river and you can spend the evening fishing for some nice rainbows.
This is just one of many camping opportunities.
3) If you can, take some mountain bikes and/or a canoe....again, some great opportunities as far as the great outdoors go's in this province....its really something else. Plus these offer a minor break from a day long butt sitting exercise, which can sometimes get a little tedious after while.
My two bits.
Coley

[toms68cst]

Take lots of pictures and post them! Good luck.

[cooperhw]

I think the best advice I could offer is to "keep your schedule loose". In that I mean truck on down the road and if you see something that catches your eye take the time and turn around and go back and check it out if you want to. Remember that "the trip is the goal" not to get to a certain point on the map. If you make it one day great, if not, the next, Have fun.

Take time to smell the roses.

[creed1969]

Ohh man I'm getting excited! Taking off wednesday at noon. I spent the weekend going thru the truck and checking everything. Oil change, trans and diff levels topped off, driveline greased. Front end greased. Brakes checked and in good shape. Front wheel bearings checked for play. Fixed a couple electrical issues.

I think we're gonna try to go to the island. Either Victoria, or up to Tofino. Never been across the the channel .

And yes, we will be camping some nights and staying with family/friends other nights. Thanks for your enthusiasm guys! I will definitely keep you all updated and keep the pictures rolling in!

[creed1969]

Here's the chev all pulled apart on saturday.

[StingRay]

Back 20 years ago when I used to drive a 72 as a daily driver I took my truck from Saskatoon to Osoyoos. You get a lot of attention driving a classic. I always carried spare fuel pump, water pump, Hei ignition parts, belts, hoses, fuses, a couple rocker arms and some fluids in a plastic tote. Over the years those spares have made trips a lot more enjoyable. Popped a rocker arm more than once on small block Chev's with a few miles on them.

[Ekliptix]

You're going to see some beautiful country in BC. Be safe.

[VA72C10]

Have a great time!

[Orange Crate]

Really...Creed....really just three pics....really....that's it? Why are the wheels off? What's going on there? What else are you up too? What kit have you got together already? Nobody knows cuz there's NO pics! To be honest I'm just jealous......

[creed1969]

Sorry guys! Just got off work and I'm assembling my tools and supplies etc. Just half a day of work tomorrow then its time to hit the road !!



Here is my fuel tank and storage box setup. The box is lockable so I can keep my tools and a couple bags in there.

[Willys47]

Originally Posted by creed1969

Ohh man I'm getting excited! Taking off wednesday at noon. I spent the weekend going thru the truck and checking everything. Oil change, trans and diff levels topped off, driveline greased. Front end greased. Brakes checked and in good shape. Front wheel bearings checked for play. Fixed a couple electrical issues.

I think we're gonna try to go to the island. Either Victoria, or up to Tofino. Never been across the the channel .

And yes, we will be camping some nights and staying with family/friends other nights. Thanks for your enthusiasm guys! I will definitely keep you all updated and keep the pictures rolling in!

well I live on the island and I will advise you to head up to Tofino and pick up a local beer called tuff Session its a good one!!! and head to the beach to enjoy it and check out Ucluelet as well the walk out to the light house is great sorry I dont know how to flip the pic

[Willys47]

here is the sun setting just out front in Nanaimo Ferry to departure Bay will go rite by where these were taken

[magwakeenercew2jh]

Originally Posted by Willys47

sorry I dont know how to flip the pic

I love that part of the world.
Wish I were there right now.

[creed1969]

Can't wait to see the island.

Just went to grab a spare fuel pump at Canadian Tire (the only place open atm) but they dont have one in stock. Oh well. I'll grab one in the morning or along the way somewhere.

[Hubscrub]

Have fun, i love road trips and road trip threads!

[Coley]

Originally Posted by creed1969

Can't wait to see the island.

Just went to grab a spare fuel pump at Canadian Tire (the only place open atm) but they dont have one in stock. Oh well. I'll grab one in the morning or along the way somewhere.

When you get to Western B.C (Okanagan) reference 'LORDCO Auto parts'...the are a relatively big chain out here and will most of what you might need.
Check 'em out on line...locations, etc.
Also.....where are the fishing rods in those pics?.....lol
Coley

[creed1969]

No fishing rods...sorry to all you dedicated anglers, I just have never had a passion for all that! I am, however, bringing my longboard along in case I come across any paved inclines... .

Well, I deem the chevy roadtrip-ready. Everything is double checked. I even have a brand new spare tire! Just have to pack the other misc. things. Clothes and such. We're going as far as Calgary tomorrow and will stay with a buddy.

Don't worry, I WILL keep you all updated with progress and pics. And thanks for all your input so far!

In the meantime...here's a couple pics from a few weeks back.

[creed1969]

On the road!!!!
Me (Colin) in front with my younger brother David behind

[creed1969]

Bible on the dash, tools in the back.

[67 chevelle]

Great thread ,,, glad to see the bible ,,, you guys seeing any critters ?

[Hubscrub]

Originally Posted by creed1969

Bible on the dash, tools in the back.

I like that, hope ya enjoying yourself. almost looks like Oklahoma not what i pictured Canada as lol

[creed1969]

67chevelle not too much wildlife so far. Cattle and horse ranches but the only wildlife is the odd hawk!

[Ol Blue K20]

Have a great trip......post a lot of pics please....only way I'll see any part of Canada, they consider me a criminal.LOL

[Already Gone]

How you heading to Calgary from Lloyd on the Yellowhead to Edmonton and down the Race track Hiway #2 or you going cross country?

[Already Gone]

Originally Posted by Already Gone

How you heading to Calgary from Lloyd on the Yellowhead to Edmonton and down the Race track Hiway #2 or you going cross country?

I just remembered you posted a route map in the first post so you are doing a little of both.