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Old Dec 8, 2017 | 06:11 PM
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a box of donuts and a blow up doll..
 
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Where do you put the spare gas cap? and what weight oil should i run for long trips? If i'm planning a trip to southern california, should i pack my white sneakers, or just wear them from the get go?
 
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pretty sure I can make it from here to L.A. with two pairs of underwear, socks, two t-shirts and a toothbrush
 
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3 spares of t-shirts, socks, bathroom stuff, bottle of water, fire starter, gun, SPF, and a cell phone charger.
Your mileage may vary.
 
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