Prost Mike

I drove up to Helen today. I saw Betty, and canceled the cabin for Christmas.

Then I went to the Cafe International and had a Reuben and an Erdinger.

Mike's favorite place in Helen on the river. We went last year as soon as we got back.

Blue Angel

I took the Jeep in to Troncalli on Monday. The ticking sound that I had heard just before I left in June had gotten louder.

Everyone who listened to it (Tony, Gene, Lyle, Chuck) said it sounds like lifters,  keep checking the oil and don't worry. 

That, and all the lights and "Service Shifter" message. 

Diagnosis: 1. Replace gear shift wiring $675.  2. Lifters and rockers have fallen into cam shafts, to replace all 4 is $7200.  3. Rear brake pads and rotors need replaced  $775.

😳😖

I'm lucky I made it home without any issues!

So....after reviewing with Lyle and Sally, they agreed that to fix it would cost more than the car is worth.

Yesterday,  I bought a new 2022 Cherokee.  It's not a Trailhawk so it can't be towed behind a motorhome,  but it's brand new and has an extended warranty,  so I won't have to worry in my travels. It's only a 4 cylinder,  but has a turbo,  so it's still peppy.

So now, travel and stay in hotels, and I'll look at getting a small trailer to keep at Hart Ranch.

What next?