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Traveling to the State of Washington in my ’96 850 Wagon and I’d like some advice! 850 1996

posted by  KlausC on  Thu Dec 7 11:23 CST 2017
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This time of year???? I-90 can be closed due to blizzards, the passes in MT can be hard to navigate without chains. Chains are required on some WA passes. Studded tires are not allowed this side of the Appalachian mountains.

Bring a blanket, a spare bottle of water, a free tow card, cell phone charger. Remember to turn your phone off while driving, the roaming will drain your battery real fast. Stay on the Interstates. The transponder for NY toll roads works in OH, IN, IL. No tolls west of IL.

I carry a folding torx tool, an adjustable wrench, a flat screwdriver, and anything that will fit in the spare tire well.

As for 'shops', your daughter's best bet is to find one in the Seattle area, about 90 miles west and over the pass. Oil changes can be performed by local Mom&Pop shops, NOT chain stores.
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