A New Alternator (Part II)

As we made plans to stay in Iowa City for a second night, we received some surprising yet very welcome news. The shop had just discovered a proper alternator in town, meaning that the seemingly impossible prospect of having the car repaired today was suddenly possible. At this point on our trip we have learned to never get overly excited when car repair is involved, nonetheless the news lifted our spirits slightly. Ever the optimist, Sean found a place for us to stay with a friend in Chicago in the event that we were able to depart Iowa City today.

Well automobile karma has suddenly rejoined us and the thoughts and prayers of our friends and family have finally paid off because as I sit blogging before you I am riding shotgun in a repaired vehicle on a date with Chicago, IL!

The Sears Automotive Center of Iowa City has really come through for us. The removal of our first "new" alternator of the trip required no wrenches as the nuts used to restrain it were only finger-tight. Whether or not this is the result of shoddy workmanship by the mechanics of Canyon City Auto of West Yellowstone we cannot say for sure. Regardless, it feels good to know that the car has finally received the treatment of assuredly competent technicians. Thank you Sears Automotive! We will be sure to 'steer' folks in need of auto repair your way (in the admittedly rare chance that we will ever know someone in Iowa City requiring assistance).