Santa brought me a 65' Mill gondola and a Moloco scrap load, plus some clothing items.
When we left the sky was clear, and the sun shining. A little south of Adams on I-81, we ran into a a lake effect whiteout, that virtually eliminated any visibility. I went into 4wd mode, turned on the hazard flashers and crept along looking for obstacles. I was able to tell the limits of the road because of the plowed snow banks, and road signs, but otherwise...I finally came up behind a Gasoline truck, which was the perfect vehicle to follow. Stayed on his tail until the snow let up around Pulaski. Have not been out in anything quite like that in a good while. The F-150 did very well, and was very stable.
Once we were south of Pulaski, it was bright sunlight and clear skies all the way. Including a pit stop for gas and food, and stopping to pick up the Kitty at the vets, the whole trip was a little under 7 hours.
Only down side, there were some very bad drivers, mostly on the PA turnpike, and a few near misses. Obviously, there were not many cops out, 1 in NY, around Syracuse, and two in PA around Wyoming.
It's scary how whiteout conditions distort depth perception, and distance. I'm really happy that I took the truck, instead of the Caddie.
Needless to say, tonight, I'll have a double brandy, and turn in early. Tomorrow, I need to wash the salt and grime off the truck. Might have to go through twice. Then we need groceries. Wow, the years almost done. Happy to see some familiar names mentioned. Will catch up tomorrow.
Should be arriving here by Saturday 12/30...
