allright i talked to my wife this morning because i am about to trow up because off the stress and have decided this:
1. if the engine runs and feels good enough after the checkup this evening, and it doesn't overheat anymore i am risking it to drive it all the way to SCC. this is my favorite senario, but every jig needs to fall into place today then.
2. if the car is not running as it should, i will ask JF to have a spot in his car (or Lee's buggy) for me and drive me to SCC and back if possible. that is also cool, but not my favorite option. i think you know why.
i have come to the wise decision that i like my wife and kid and myself a little too much to step in a car that doesn't feel safe or good enough for a roadtrip like this. hell i am not into hoodride... i am just letting you know this as hard bullet to bite, but most likely a wise decision...