Drive it or trailor it?

[BillG]

I'm moving 150 miles away.  My 69 Pace car is a driver not a trailer queen, but will driving this distance (all highway miles) do damage to the under hood parts of the car?  Thanks,  Bill

[x66 714]

Why would you think that Bill?...Joe

[BillG]

Im thinking about the effects on engine and manifold  paint, under hood insulation and other things that prolonged heat might damage. 

[1968RSZ28]

Drive it and have fun! Life is now!

Paul

[Mark]

These cars were peoples every day drivers 50 years ago (seems like a long time) driving them doesn't hurt them, that's what they were made for.

[JKZ27]

Bill, I drive mine 200 miles to the ocean every year, beat the street a little, then drive it home with no effects on any under hood paint or components. You should be fine.

[BULLITT65]

I'm moving 150 miles away.  My 69 Pace car is a driver not a trailer queen, but will driving this distance (all highway miles) do damage to the under hood parts of the car?  Thanks,  Bill

So if you are saying it is a "driver", how far are you driving it where a 150 miles would be worrisome?
If its all highway, thats only 2 hours (75mph).

[68camaroz28]

I don't think the answer is so short and sweet! Reason being, not enough information like where do you have to drive to get there? Sure, the mileage is a NON issue but are you on highway that is 65 or 70 mph and what rear gears do you have? Do you have to drive thru some sort of city or area that traffic hangs up and how is your coolant system?
Think it would be fun to drive her to the new home but just a few things to consider. Maybe lay out a nice drive with safe route and enjoy.......

[X33RS]

If it's truly a driver than 150 miles is a walk in the park.  Get in that thing and enjoy it.  Driving is the best part of owning these things.

We routinely drive ours 180 miles round trip just to hit the local cruise scene on the weekends.  I actually enjoy that part more than parking and sitting with the car once I get there. I get board quickly and just want to drive again.

[bcmiller]

I agree with Chick. Somewhat depends on rear gears.  Less than 4.10 shouldn't be a problem.

I am guessing you probably have a 3.31 ratio axle?

[ko-lek-tor]

I am thinking of all the bugs (insects) and hazards (morons, road debris, deer, etc..) and I shudder to think of potential damage.

[Sauron327]

I don't think twice about driving a classic for a short 150 miles, nor do friends of mine. Drivers or restored, local or long trips. My car is driven nearly every day in good weather, and I don't freak out if I get caught in the rain.

[BillG]

Thanks for the replies guys.  I feel better after talking to you.  Makes me a little nervous , but I've always babied it; mabey a little too much, so I'm driving her!  And I hear you Bentley, so I'll leave early on Sunday morning and drive carefully.  Thanks again, Bill

[Daytona Yellow 69 Z/28]

I agree with everyone else.. drive it. 

[BULLITT65]

Glad to you back on the CRG Nick, and hope to see more updates of your awesome (driver) Camaros.