Wow, you were lucky to find those guys. As you say, it's not ideal to have a weird fault when so far from home. Do you think Traveller is good for more countries now?
Were the border guards okay with you taking pictures, or did they not know? You definitely don't want problems with the authorities.
Did you find good food and beer? I assume Alex pointed you that way. I used to work with a load of Romanians who my employer outsourced work to. They all spoke great English. My mum and her mum went on a coach tour there in the Ceaușescu days. That was quite an experience, but I'd hope the infrastructure is better now.
We're missing you over here. Be sure to post a link to this on the Jammers group as I'm sure folk will be fascinated. I can set people up with Hive accounts if they need them.
!BEER
RE: There and Back Again - Romania