So me that Prix are going to Memphis, TN from SE Iowa on Friday. It's our first long haul. Since I'm going to be in her for about 8 and some hours I want things to be smooth and enjoyable. I have a free day on Thursday to spend cleaning and fixing things. I only want to spend about 50 bucks though if I do indeed need to buy anything. Here's some things that bug me and I can hopefully clean/fix...

1. The ride is bumpy, not sure if I can clean shocks or anything of the sort. Basically just want a smoother ride all together.

2. Got some annoying plastic ticks...like its flexing or something. Anything notorious in 04+ that rattles and fixable?

3. My brakes squeak. I have new pads. Tire rod ends are all fine. Although I notice brakes are weak in the pedal but fluid is full...? This bugs me a lot.

4. I cleaned the throttle body which was HORRIBLE, and now runs much cleaner feeling. Anything else I can get in and clean that will be beneficial to gas mileage, ride, etc.

Sorry for being so broad. And for such a long post. Thanks for the hopeful help!!

nik