jimh425 I'll heed your advice and make sure to plan very well the route and gas stops. I've basically been using google maps in conjunction with my road atlas for trip planning, is there a better mapping tool online for road trip planning to use or that any of you prefer?
One of the main reasons I went with the TC vs the RV or Travel trailer is the ability to do some adventuring (not to mention towing my small boat during the summer months in MN) so even though Zion will be the more adverse trip and be rougher going I look forward to it. Adversity brings the family closer right? :)
The truck is in perfect running order and has been super well maintained but I know better and have Good Sam Road side coverage and AAA coverage just in case.
Zion may be cold in late April but coming from MN, 40 Degrees is T-Shirt weather for us. It's -25 out today and I was thinking, wow its getting warmer.
I appreciate all the advice keep it coming!