BIG BEAR!!!!!

[wifesaysimadumbass]

JULY 31- AUGUST 2 SAME PLACE WE CAMPED LAST TIME
so lets try something closer to home how about a big bear run!!!!!??? .... who is ready for some wheeling? :asshat:
directions to the camp site/ meet spot
from 38
take 38 into town make right at Green way dr where it runs into 18 ....
go till you see the sign to turn on 38 (left)
go about a mile to van dusen canyon road (right)
go up van dusen canyon to 3n16 make right
about a mile or so we will be camped on the left i have a silver dodge ram quad cab with a white flatbed trailer and red 4 runner

I will also be putting out a traffic cone with reflectors and a glow stick for the night time arrivals....usually we roll out of camp around 8 or 9so for the early morning arrivals try to be there around then
where we camp there is plenty of room for tents, trailers, or rvs
no fires are allowed ( bummer) and if you want to use a stove or lantern you will need to obtain a fire permit from the rangers (closest place is at the big bear discovery center about 2 miles past van dusen canyon rd on 38

[Seanz0rz]

well see how broke i am after my oregon trip, but i should be good to go. i wanna take my trailer up gold mountain! should be fun on the switch backs! hahahaha

[wifesaysimadumbass]

any weekend work better for you?

[Seanz0rz]

nah just pick a date that works for everyone else. its only 1.5 hours from my driveway to most of the campsites on the north side of the lake, so no problems for me.

i really liked where we camped last time, that was a nice spot and somewhere i will camp again in the future!

[Scuba]

Gold mountain was FUN !!!
Let just not mention John bull..

But um, as for dates, Doesnt really matter, Id say early august though..

I is down, just pick a date..

:bling:

[Seanz0rz]

Let just not mention John bull..

well since you mentioned it, how was john bull? hahaha.

[troyboy162]

i should be able to make the second weekend of august(8th-9th). im outa here at the end of july

[Scuba]

well since you mentioned it, how was john bull? hahaha.


This basically says it all http://i394.photobucket.com/albums/pp27/Hooligan750/100_1856.jpg

That was on the first obstacle..

[Seanz0rz]

well that sucks!

i feel your pain. this is where i got my door last year:
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m141/hamiltoncomputers/IMG_8634.jpg

[troyboy162]

you guys really arnt selling this trip to me lol.

sean what was the line there? it looks like it all funnels quite drasticly to the offending boulder

[Seanz0rz]

About 1 foot driver. I was trying to not flop and instead ended up on my door. You can also go extream driver, but I had a super hard time doing that even with a rear locker. It's the SFA line.

[Scuba]

I dont think were actually running JB, Are we ?
I think I was just showing sean that I should have heeded his advice..

And Sean, Im guessing that was farther up the trail..? We made it to the first obstacle, This section that people were calling "The GatesKeeper"
http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a168/Sycosurfer150/DSCN0727.jpg

:bling:

[Seanz0rz]

you should have gone around on the right...

[Scuba]

I would have hi centered on my diff..

[X-Tool Pimp]

I wanna go
I wanna go
I wanna go

:hillbill:

[YotaFun]

well since you mentioned it, how was john bull? hahaha.


This basically says it all http://i394.photobucket.com/albums/pp27/Hooligan750/100_1856.jpg

That was on the first obstacle..




I think you should either stop driving for a while.
Or SERIOUSLY start considering a entire roll cage.
OR Bob and do a dove tail bed lol!

Still looks like fun!

[X-Tool Pimp]

I say bob and dovetail :thumbup:

[randver]

seeing that i was suppost to deploytoday and it got pushed back to tomorrow i will not make this years BB trip. but i will be putting together a bronco peak run as soon as i get back.

[Seanz0rz]

sorry you cant make it! stay safe Anthony, and we will wheel when you get back!

[Scuba]

I say bob and dovetail :thumbup:


I say you should help ;)

[Marc P]

I am most likely in depending on work and if I can figure out why my exhaust keeps cracking :flipoff:

[Seanz0rz]

just tape it up! youll be fine!

[wifesaysimadumbass]

well id like to go the second weekend in august but that is getting too close to wifeys due date she doesnt want me far from home that weekend because she has some family coming into town too... first weekend in august looks like the go date i will change the first post in the thread

[X-Tool Pimp]

I say bob and dovetail :thumbup:


I say you should help ;)


Bring it up

[troyboy162]

well id like to go the second weekend in august but that is getting too close to wifeys due date she doesnt want me far from home that weekend because she has some family coming into town too... first weekend in august looks like the go date i will change the first post in the thread

yea you better not be wheeling when she goes into labor lol. i might still be back in time if everything falls into place. if not you guys need to take good pictures! lol

[Scuba]

I say bob and dovetail :thumbup:


I say you should help ;)


Bring it up


You got a Pm

[X-Tool Pimp]

so do you

[strykersd]

I dont think were actually running JB, Are we ?

You better believe it! I wouldn't drive all the way up there if I wasn't running John Bull. If you don't want to drive your Tacoma through it you could always ride with me. I could always use a spotter in the passenger seat. Keith helped me through it last year but now that he's out in PA I'll could always use a second set of eyes. Plus after doing it last year with 31s and a rear locker, I want to see what it's like on 33s.

I can do the first weekend of August. Where did you guys camp last time?

[Seanz0rz]

our campsite was a primative site, just out in the middle of no where off of 3n16 and near van dusen (sp?)

pot luck again or are we fending for ourselves?

here are some pics of last time: http://s103.photobucket.com/albums/m141/hamiltoncomputers/Big%20Bear%205-3-08/?start=0

didnt get a shot of the campsite. i was too worried about my body damage!

[Scuba]

We really running John Bull?

I might have my 33's soon, idk though..

:bling:

[X-Tool Pimp]

Im running JB for sure and the rock garden :flipoff:

[troyboy162]

damn i hope i get there in time and get my skids on. its gonna be the funnest run of this summer! i hope Scotts got some weekends off by then.

[Scuba]

I hope I have my 33's and skids by then...

[wifesaysimadumbass]

yes someone who will play in the rock garden with me woo hoo!!!!

[X-Tool Pimp]

:lol: :lol: you can help me drag everyone else through it :rofl:

[Marc P]

You wont be dragging me through unless I am broken :flipoff:

[troyboy162]

hey found this map on dirtopia

[X-Tool Pimp]

Ok I dont want to read this whole thread again so where is everyone meeting so I can figure out where to park and unload my trailer?? I have a place near the airport to park...

[Seanz0rz]

well im most likely out at this point. well see as time progresses but i doubt i can make it :(

[wifesaysimadumbass]

we usually camp near van dusen truck trail and 3n16... usually we turn right on 3n16 from van dusen and camp a half mile down on the left.... most likely we'll just meet there that way we are closer to the trails

[X-Tool Pimp]

Cool :thumbup:

Thanks dumbass :spit:

[YotaGirl]

This trip is looking do-able for Joe and I. We'll bring the fj40 and the 83 pick up along with our kids... 1 boy (5) and 2 girls (3&4).

[wifesaysimadumbass]

oh cool kids!!!! i should have mentioned already that this is a very kid friendly trip.... im bringing 3 of mine ages 11, 7, 4.... there is a rope swing where we camp and we usually all watch after the little ones not to mention trail stops to throw rocks are always ok

[X-Tool Pimp]

I think Im the only kid Im bringing :laugh:

[wifesaysimadumbass]

oh well i mean 4 kids including me

[Dramarama]

Awwww Tony... Your not gonna bring me? How sad. I thought we were buddies?! HAHAHAHA

[YotaGirl]

Tony, bring Lilli! It will be fun! Caity loves playing with her.

[Scuba]

Did we ever agree on a date ?

[troyboy162]

um i think they were saying aug 8-9th lol no just kidding its the first weekend of aug. im gonna roll out of here asap and not loiter anywhere on the way home. its gonna be a good one. heck even all the crazy hammers people are coming :clap:

[X-Tool Pimp]

heck even all the crazy hammers people are coming :clap:


:lol: :lol: :lol:

[chrisyota65]

im in and were going to do john bull. cant wait to see everyone

[X-Tool Pimp]

im in and were going to do john bull. cant wait to see everyone


Awww Hell guess that means Im out :flipoff: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[calrockx]

so what trails are you guys running? end of july?

[wifesaysimadumbass]

john bull for sure not sure what else is open

[Scuba]

Well I just got my 33's, And I should have my budbuilts by then, So I think ill be down to give JB another shot..

[chrisyota65]

im in and were going to do john bull. cant wait to see everyone


Awww Hell guess that means Im out :flipoff: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

hey hey hey. dont be hateing u can still come. dont be jerk

[X-Tool Pimp]

Well I just got my 33's, And I should have my budbuilts by then, So I think ill be down to give JB another shot..


Dont worry I got a strap :tongueout:

[wifesaysimadumbass]

i thinks he's used to seeing those attached to his truck :asshat:

[Scuba]

Both of you.. :flipoff:

Funny though, I will give you guys that..

[X-Tool Pimp]

awww there there one day you will be one of the big boys :flipoff: :tongueout: :laugh: :spit: :rofl:

[Good Times]

Current Trail Closures:
Source: SBNF - Current Conditions (http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sanbernardino/conditions/slide.shtml)

Butler 2 Fire - Road, Trail and Recreational Facility Closures.

* Butler Peak Lookout
* Grays Peak Group Campground
* Ironwood Group Campground
* Little Bear Springs Trail Camp
* 2N06X Lower Larga Flat
* 2N13 Snowslide and spur roads / Trails
* 3N08 Holcomb Creek
* 3N11 Wright Mine
* 3N14 Coxey Closed from Hanna Flats Campground to 3N16 at Big Pine Flats.
* 3N56
* 3N93 Holcomb Creek

Slide Fire - Road, Trail and Recreational Facility Closures

* Fredalba Trail from Forest boundary
* 2N12X, 2W12 - OHV connector route (parallels 3N16 near Crab Flats)
* 2N13 Snow Slide from Green Valley Campground to Fawnskin (3N14) (overlap Butler 2 closure)
* 2N13D Crafts Peak from intersection with 2N13 to Crafts Peak
* 2N19 Little Green Valley (including spurs 2N19A, 2N19B, and 2N19C) from intersection with Green Valley Lake Road near Camp Cedar Crest to Meadow Lane near the Green Valley Campground
* 2N23 Allison Ranch Road from SR18 to the Scout Ranch (this is an administrative access road)
* 2N54 (from 3N16 to 2N13)

Hope that helps ya guys out on coordinating trails you guys plan to hit :)

[troyboy162]

Both of you.. :flipoff:

Funny though, I will give you guys that..

haha steve you got quite the rep for the strapings of the past lol. thats all in the past though. ive seen you do things that would make anyone short of the hammers crew lol crap themselves.

im still crossing my fingers to make this one. i cant believe more people arnt on board yet. its gonna be a blast!

[dlm]

This sounds like a blast but Sarah is due that weekend so not likely for us being there. I will do anything possible to make it though. Stranger things have happened.

[Scuba]

Nice to know that info Lance..

Why arent you coming ?!?

[Good Times]

who said I wasn't? or am I? :)

To far in advance to plan anything for me at the moment. Work is keeping quite busy right now so I'm only planning stuff a few weeks ahead at this point. Yay for work! lol

[Marc P]

Well I just got my 33's, And I should have my budbuilts by then, So I think ill be down to give JB another shot..


Just be sure to tighten all your bolts (including driveshaft bolts) before you come, and be prepared to listen and learn

[Scuba]

Ahh ok then Lance, Well hope to see ya there..

Marc, Im not thaaaat much of a noob..lolz on the Dshaft bolts though..

Post whore plug of the 33's
http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a168/Sycosurfer150/thirteeethreeess.jpg

:bling:

[Good Times]

it's ok I still consider myself a cool nub :) Lost a coil and had a few flats at BB so I'm not stranger to "@(*#&(#*$&(@*#& moments :flipoff:

[X-Tool Pimp]

If I break in BB Im gonna be soooooooooo pissed :tapedshut:


Congrats Scuba those tires are so cute :laugh:

[chrisyota65]

man those r some nice tires scuba

[Scuba]

Sthoooo Stthhhppparkly

Haha, Thanks chris

[troyboy162]

ballin scub! you must have found a cash tree latly eh? :)

x-tool you know you totally jinxed yourself right?

chris is your dad bringin that nice jeep Rubicon again? gotta get some more video of that rig.

[Scuba]

Cash tree = work being swamped, = scuba works 6 days a week = no life to spend remaining dollars...you get the point..

[chrisyota65]

nope hes not going with us on this trip. it will just be me in my toy and my brother might bring his. its hard convincing my dad to go on camping trip only because he does not like to camp. hope to see u up their troy. :flipoff: :flipoff: :flipoff: :flipoff:

[X-Tool Pimp]

Cash tree = work being swamped, = scuba works 6 days a week = no life to spend remaining dollars...you get the point..


So what are you trying to say :flipoff: :tongueout:

[Scuba]

Trying to say that I have no life, And all the money I make is spent on my truck.
That would be the money tree so to speak

[strykersd]

Alright looks like I won't be able to make it. My last girlfriend moved to Hawaii with her family in December and she's visiting friends and family in San Diego July 26th-August 2, so I'll be staying in San Diego spending time with her. Sorry guys. Have fun up there!

I'll probably tag along with Justruns at the end of June (27-28) or TTORA at the end of August 21-23. I'm leaning towards going with the Justruns guys because Warped Tour is in San Diego that weekend. If anyone can't make the August run and wants to go at the end of the month just let me know.

[Scuba]

Pat, Ill probably be with ttora on that BB run pending what happens on this run..tehe

[X-Tool Pimp]

SCUBA!!!! Bring me your truck Im in the mood to cut somthing up :hillbill:

[Scuba]

DUDE !!!

Next weekend?

Im wheeling cleg this sunday, So my next free time is most likely next weekend..

[X-Tool Pimp]

But I may not have the urge to cut $h!t up then :laugh:

besides Ill be here..... :thumbup:

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f293/INKfernal/flyer.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f293/INKfernal/PepsFlyerBack-1.jpg

[Scuba]

Awwww fudge..

And I just got the schedule today, Im off all next weekend..
Might have to go to that truck fest..

[chrisyota65]

ok what r the date i have to know because i might have other plans.

[troyboy162]

ok what r the date i have to know because i might have other plans.


ok what r the date i have to know because i might have other plans.


can someone please read this post for chris? hes not sure if he has something better to do for aug 1-2. :flipoff:

haha teasin hope you got your drivetrain leaks fixed. i liked that truck of yours and it made some good shots on the video http://blip.tv/file/1735340

[Scuba]

Damnit I wanna run duran again

[X-Tool Pimp]

Damnit I wanna grow up and run the gatekeeper

Fixed it :laugh: :tongueout: :laugh: :tongueout: :laugh: :tongueout: :laugh: :tongueout: :flipoff:

[chrisyota65]

ok what r the date i have to know because i might have other plans.


ok what r the date i have to know because i might have other plans.


can someone please read this post for chris? hes not sure if he has something better to do for aug 1-2. :flipoff:

haha teasin hope you got your drivetrain leaks fixed. i liked that truck of yours and it made some good shots on the video http://blip.tv/file/1735340



fine i will be their and i plan on running gatekeeper on john bull and having fun

[Scuba]

Damnit I wanna grow up and run the gatekeeper

Fixed it :laugh: :tongueout: :laugh: :tongueout: :laugh: :tongueout: :laugh: :tongueout: :flipoff:


I actually like my sheetmetal thank you.

[chrisyota65]

who gives a shit about sheetmetal

[X-Tool Pimp]

who gives a shizzle about sheetmetal

:roll: me dumbass :shake:

[Scuba]

Umm, Me, I actually have to DD my truck...
hah..

PIMP !!!
DAMNIT I WANNA BOB THIS POS ALREADY !!!

[X-Tool Pimp]

DAMNIT I WANNA BOB THIS POS ALREADY !!!


Then quit smashing it up......... :laugh:
just bring it up and drop it off, Ill take care of it for you

[Scuba]

Well I was hoping to help, I wouldnt really feel right just leaving my truck there and making you do all the work, Seeing as how you dont want any payment..

If you would rather that then I'd probably just wait until after my roadtrip..

Other then that I have this thursday and this sunday off.. if your free either day its up to you baws

[DEATHRUNNER]

How gnarly is John Bull? Scubas body damage looks brutal. If it's much worse than that trail that took my shock last time, I think I'm out.hahaha

Seriously, though, would the Deathrunner (under my novice driving skill) come out of John Bull unscathed? I'm not sure my wallet can afford anymore repairs.

Is anyone running a moderate run? I might be free to come on the 1st.

[Good Times]

Gold Mountain will be a walk in the park for ya. John Bull will be challenging and with the right spotter I'm sure you can do it :)

[slosurfer]

ARe you guys camping in a campsite or dry camping? Where at? Just in case I'm able to make it. :D I really want to run John Bull and am trying to figure out how I can swing this trip.

[Marc P]

my rig is almost ready...I have replaced my broken transmission mount and broken exhaust due to that, passed smog for my registration, and replaced my wimpy 15x7 wheels with some 15x10's to widen my tippy stance. Now I need to replace my leaf springs with the new ones I have had in my garage for the last year.

Seth you would have no problem on JB. You should come......I need a good babysitter

New, wider stance.....
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/MarcP1971/rcfunx4003.jpg

[X-Tool Pimp]

Marc your rigs looking SWEET but wheres that exo???

Im still in as of now (as long as my junks fixed) no wife or kid thow...

[DEATHRUNNER]

If John Bull were at Superstition, what rating would it get?

[ecchamberlin]

Hey guys. Yeah... I don't know Seth you may want to start on an easier trail. You know get some experience under your belt. I hear that when you get 200 posts on an off roading forum you are ready for the "hard core" trails. HAHAHA

Marc the rig does look bad A! with the new wider rims.

Jody said my winch is sitting in the garage waiting for me to get home. She said it was not too heavy to pick up and carry it inside for me. I remember carrying yours for Kellie and it was heavy as hell. So either synthetic line is really that much lighter or Jody is getting really strong.

So Seth hows deathrunner?

[04 Rocko Taco]

Marc - PM Sent

[strykersd]

How gnarly is John Bull? Scubas body damage looks brutal. If it's much worse than that trail that took my shock last time, I think I'm out.hahaha

Seriously, though, would the Deathrunner (under my novice driving skill) come out of John Bull unscathed? I'm not sure my wallet can afford anymore repairs.

Is anyone running a moderate run? I might be free to come on the 1st.


Although I've never seen the deathrunner in person I'm pretty sure you could make it through John Bull without a problem. I ran it last year in my IFS first gen 4runner with 31s, a rear locker, sliders and front and rear marlin crawler bumpers without much problem. I can't wait to get up there and try it out with my 33s and rear locker.

And after a odd turn of events, it looks like I'll be able to make this run! I can't wait!

[Seanz0rz]

Might make this run, have to see if a friend will come with me and if I can get the time off

[DEATHRUNNER]

Ok, cool. Sounds like I'd be ok. No offense, Marc, but I learned to get a second opinion when the guy with the big solid axle truck tells me I'll be fine. hahaha

Eric, the Deathrunner is doing ok. It spends 99% of it's life covered in dust in my garage. I finally got to the point where I realized that I use my truck, things break, and I'm not sure that I'm financially comfortable to keep up with it like I was. Not to say that I haven't been thinking about it.

I've added front and rear swaybars with disconnects (Thanks Marc!) and replaced every single braking component. Now it is in the shop with another list of things to be done. I snapped a shitty weld on my rear shock hoop 10 minutes into what was to be my birthday excursion. :(

[DEATHRUNNER]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp2cT9l3Bvg

I guess if these guys could do it, I'd be ok. My friend John might want to go, but 31's, no locker and no sliders is probably out, huh?

[X-Tool Pimp]

come on Deathrunner just go and bring your buddy! If I can get a Jeep on 33s thru the hammers without body damage Ill get your runner thru JB. :thumbup:

Dont make me bring my stock unlocked unlifted runner up there to show you up :laugh:

[DEATHRUNNER]

Well, if it's a pissing match you want, then I'll do it drunk on a pogo stick. :)

[troyboy162]

lol dam it! haha i hope im back in time.

[X-Tool Pimp]

lol dam it! haha i hope im back in time.

You overseas?

[Scuba]

Yup hes in Iraq

[ecchamberlin]

Really I did not know Troy was in the military. What branch?

[X-Tool Pimp]

Really I did not know Troy was in the military. What branch?

Hes not he works for a company building the Predator UAVs for the military.

[troyboy162]

Really I did not know Troy was in the military. What branch?

former army and now im one of those F'in contractors eating up all your food at the DFAC lol. i did cut my hair high and tight...i used to hate the long haired contractors the most :)

[wifesaysimadumbass]

it's oficially july and this is getting closer woo hoo

[ecchamberlin]

former army and now im one of those F'in contractors eating up all your food at the DFAC lol. i did cut my hair high and tight...i used to hate the long haired contractors the most :)


That is so funny. And so true... Just kidding. As long as you are not KBR your okay. HAHA

Active duty or Civilian, things are getting worse over there so stay safe.

BTW. That is a cool frickin job with the UAV's. Thanks!

[slosurfer]

damn long haired contractors! :laugh:

[SharpStick]

Hah, Scoob, that's a bummer.

I have to agree with not being sold yet. I would like to be less threatened before I choose to join y'all.

STICK

[troyboy162]

Hah, Scoob, that's a bummer.

I have to agree with not being sold yet. I would like to be less threatened before I choose to join y'all.

STICK


theres a bunch of trails up there ranging from john bull to dirt roads. im sure there will be some ride along seats for john bull

[slosurfer]

Looks like the toyota120 guys are going to be up there at the same time.
http://toyota120.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6856

[Marc P]

Looks like they will mostly be running the easier trails, so maybe Scuba and those that dont want to do JB can hook up with them and do Gold or White Mtn.

[Scuba]

Id be down for JB as long as I have my budbuilts by then..

[X-Tool Pimp]

It looks like Im out unless I get some motivation and cash http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/36_19_51.gif

[Scuba]

Whats the deal now ?

[Scooter25]

Steve you really don't need your budbuilts to run JB. Just drive smart.

[slosurfer]

....Just drive smart.




:lol: :spit:

[Scuba]

X2 what he said !! :)

[Good Times]

scuba, don't feel bad. The last few BB trips I went on ran into issues like flat tires and even mor surprisingly losing a rear coil! I didn't have any body damage but I did sustain some rather random crap :) Just follow the line in front of ya and you'll be fine. Assuming that you're not following me and doing stupid stuff!

[DEATHRUNNER]

Yeah, I blew up a coil over on the way to the trail. So, apparently, shit happens.

[X-Tool Pimp]

I got some much needed parts (Huge thanks to my buddys at Trail Gear for the donation) so I might just make it........ :thumbup:





All I need now is the motivation to work on my truck :wrenchin:

[Scuba]

When I get back, Ill come wrench on your junk and you can do my bedbod :thumbup:

Lance : ill keep that in mind thanks for the advice


:)

[DEATHRUNNER]

If anyone wants to do an easier run, I might have friends up there who want to run Gold Mtn.

I was up there on the 4th. It is weird looking down on fireworks over the lake.

Alea's 2wheel drive 98 4Runner has the harshest ride off road. I guess it doesn't help that she had D rated tires at 44psi. But, it made that long dirt road to camp a big pain.

[Scuba]

Blah gold mountain was a sinch and takes half an hour..

[chrisyota65]

I got some much needed parts (Huge thanks to my buddys at Trail Gear for the donation) so I might just make it........ :thumbup:


well i will come help u and motivate u to get that shit done in time. come on come on lets go lets move it move it. their u go. know get started.


All I need now is the motivation to work on my truck :wrenchin:

[troyboy162]

lookin like ill be a week late for this one. that means steve and scott have to repeat the run later on :)

[X-Tool Pimp]

well i will come help u and motivate u to get that shizzle done in time. come on come on lets go lets move it move it. their u go. know get started.


Umm Yeah I think I can handle it on my own.... :flipoff:

[Marc P]

BS Seth, you are going on John Bull with me....Deathrunner will be fine as long as your Protrux welds hold up :flipoff: :asshat:

[X-Tool Pimp]

Come on guys dont be scared.... I did JB in this BONE STOCK and on 31s (with a little strap help but NO body dmg.)
http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/87%204-Runner/P1010024.jpg

[DEATHRUNNER]

I want to run JB now. I trust you guys. But if my friends come they will want to hit something easier. Just puttingit out there.

[X-Tool Pimp]

I got motivated :clap:

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/bee/0709091559.jpg

[04 Rocko Taco]

I got motivated :clap:

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/bee/0709091559.jpg


... I've seen that before... lol

[Smiling_Jim]

Who's driving up Friday afternoon? What day are we running JB?

For those who have not run JB, a stock truck (Toyota of course) with a locker can make it if you can drive and have good spotters...


My truck's not ready yet, I gotta buy some more Armorall! :rofl:

[X-Tool Pimp]

Looks like Im out cause a friend is coming out from Texas and it looks like Ill be taking him to the Hammers Sat night......

[Seanz0rz]

Who's driving up Friday afternoon? What day are we running JB?

For those who have not run JB, a stock truck (Toyota of course) with a locker can make it if you can drive and have good spotters...


My truck's not ready yet, I gotta buy some more Armorall! :rofl:


hey jim!!! now i wish i was going! we need to wheel sometime soon! i had a great time running cleghorn and santiago peak with you.

[strykersd]

Who's driving up Friday afternoon? What day are we running JB?

For those who have not run JB, a stock truck (Toyota of course) with a locker can make it if you can drive and have good spotters...


My truck's not ready yet, I gotta buy some more Armorall! :rofl:


I'm thinking about heading up Thursday night after I get off of work since I have Friday off. I'd be down to run any of the trails Friday, I'm trying to get in as much wheeling as possible up there.

My goal is to cram these trail in on Friday and Saturday
-John Bull, both directions
-Dishpan springs, both directions
-Gold Mountain
-and possibly white mountain

If I can't I wouldn't mind doing a little wheeling Sunday morning

[DEATHRUNNER]

I think I'm rolling up on friday. I'm getting my fuel gauge repaired so I don't run out like at superstition. DOH!

[chrisyota65]

as far as i know i am still in.

[chrisyota65]

as far as i know i am still in.


im out due to the lack of fundsss. maybe next time.

[X-Tool Pimp]

as far as i know i am still in.


im out due to the lack of fundsss. maybe next time.


Your just CHICKEN :tongueout:

[Scuba]

Your just CHICKEN :tongueout:


Like your excuse was annny better ? :flipoff:

[X-Tool Pimp]

Yeah but I may show up for the day them hit the hammers at night :asshat:

[Scuba]

Well, With work being how tight it is, Im not even going to be able to make it..

Besides, Ive got a BOB project on my hands..

[X-Tool Pimp]

What if Im going you MUST go :argue:

[DEATHRUNNER]

Got the Deathrunner all patched up and ready to roll. I think I'm going to get it charged with r12, yesterday was pretty toasty.

[wifesaysimadumbass]

oh yes an appearence from the sethmiester.... wooo hooo

[DEATHRUNNER]

What good is an offroad trip without some IFS fruityness?

[YotaGirl]

Joe and I will definitely be there with 3 kids in tow. We will be coming up Friday evening in my 4Runner.

Not sure if I missed this or not...but is there a pot luck on Saturday night? Or do we just plan for our own meals?

[Seanz0rz]

ok im out for sure. torn rack bushing is getting much worse each day and i think im about to lose a ujoint. next time for sure!

[X-Tool Pimp]

ok im out for sure. torn rack bushing is getting much worse each day and i think im about to lose a ujoint. next time for sure!

Fix it this weekend......... duh



:lol:

[Seanz0rz]

only if you pay for the parts for me.

[X-Tool Pimp]

:lol: :lol: :lol:


Im running parts that were donated to me........



Now if I could only get this $^% :tapedshut:*&^*&% motor mount to fit

[wifesaysimadumbass]

we could totally pot luck it saturday night!!?? i will be bringing my big 4 burner bbq so we could have a cookout of some kind.... what's everyone want to eat i would do the carne asada thing but i'm pretty cash strapped so i cant spring for it all ... im definately willing to pick it up if some people contribute a few bucks

[X-Tool Pimp]

Alright so where am I going? Whos camping where? I need a place to park for the day....

[DEATHRUNNER]

I did a run at Lawrence Welk today. There are some tough spots. I was pretty crossed up in some hairy spots. Always nice to wheel close to home.

I am planning on heading back after the run on Saturday. So, don't count on me for the pot or the luck.

[YotaGirl]

we could totally pot luck it saturday night!!?? i will be bringing my big 4 burner bbq so we could have a cookout of some kind.... what's everyone want to eat i would do the carne asada thing but i'm pretty cash strapped so i cant spring for it all ... im definately willing to pick it up if some people contribute a few bucks


That sounds like a good idea...what were you thinking...like $5/person? I was just going to pick up some hotdogs for my kids so we wouldn't need carne asada for them.

I can bring the cheese for the pot luck portion.

[Matt2001TJ]

H..mmm I might have to go to this one,.. as long as no one minds a former toyota owner driving a Jeep TJ.....Matt

[X-Tool Pimp]

Hey Matt :hillbill:

[Scuba]

So currently Im a maybe, I actually have next saturday off, Due to a friends Bday, But its a deff maybe, I might not wheel the whole day if im there but if I make JB im golden.


:bling:

[Matt2001TJ]

Hey Matt :hillbill:
Hey Tony...

[YotaGirl]

Matt! Glad to see you over here!

[wifesaysimadumbass]

well i updated the first post with directions to our usual camp/meet spot. the area we camp in is a primitive area no fires but if we get the desired spot we will have plenty of room for an rv or two and tents

[DEATHRUNNER]

I'm out! Now there's 2 jeeps in the group.

[Matt2001TJ]

Matt! Glad to see you over here!
Hey Jenn,... I didn't even know you were here till I decided to register and post. You know me, I will go wheeling with anyone. After all it's about the 4 wheeling and not anything else. A friend of mine and me decided today that in about two months we are going to the rubicon trail. Gotta do a couple things to my rig to get it ready but nothing major by any means.

[Scuba]

Yea im a deff no, Decided id rather spend the day with my best friend then wheelin..
there will be other days though..

Have fun and be safe out there guys..

[X-Tool Pimp]

Bring him with you :thumbup:

[Scuba]

Her, And there's 2 of her's. They wont fit an a single cab with me also
Besides, I think they are dead set on Chill Sesh/Pool Party/ BBQ..


I would but I doubt they would be down..

[X-Tool Pimp]

Are they cute?? I have a open seat :laugh:

[DEATHRUNNER]

Scuba's bringing girls? I'm back in.

[troyboy162]

haha thats L.L. Scuba!
im gonna miss this one. im so bummed but my relief is taking his sweet ass time getting here. you guys gotta take pictures! its gonna be awesome!

[RobG]

You guys got room for another truck?

Thinking of coming up early Sat morning and leaving Sunday morning taking the west leg of Clarks Summit trail down to 38 at Barton Flats. Me +1, either my 12 yo daughter or a Neighbor.

[wifesaysimadumbass]

dude sweet welcome aboard!!!

[Marc P]

It will be good to wheel with you again Rob...this time we will run John Bull.

[RobG]

Thanks Mark, looking forward to it.

Mike, If your willing I'm in for 2 servings of carne asada just let me know how much I owe you Saturday. Let me know what I can bring, my cooking skills are minimal so stuff I can buy works best.

Anyone bringing kids?

[YotaGirl]

Anyone bringing kids?




Joe and I are. We will have 3 kids with us ages 3, 4 & 5.

[X-Tool Pimp]

Im a kid at heart does that count :headscratch:

[DEATHRUNNER]

http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5207/5/20/685086095/n685086095_3151603_3050935.jpg

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs186.snc1/6208_129060681095_685086095_3151666_7639290_n.jpg

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs166.snc1/6208_129063561095_685086095_3151681_5793132_n.jpg

I got pretty much everything done. A/C charged yesterday. They switched me to 134a, I was trying not to. :shake:

What time do you think we will start the run on saturday? I have a friend who wants to come out that morning and is trying to plan when to leave.

Here's my crew:
Deathrunner
Jeep XJ on 31's, no armor, no traction aid
86 4Runner 3" body lift, 31's, no armor, no traction aid
possibly a lt ifs tacoma locked

[X-Tool Pimp]

Here's my crew:
Deathrunner
Jeep XJ on 31's, no armor, no traction aid
86 4Runner 3" body lift, 31's, no armor, no traction aid
possibly a lt ifs tacoma locked


Hmmmm I only have 2 straps
I want to hit the trail kinda early cause Sat night Ill be cruising the Hammers :tongueout: Its going to be a no sleep weekend :laugh:

[wifesaysimadumbass]

2 days till woo hoo!!! alright rob sounds good bring some tortillias

[DEATHRUNNER]

My buddy coming early on saturday dropped out, so no worries. I'm down for whatever.

[X-Tool Pimp]

Truck back together http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

Trailer light and brakes fixed http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

Propane full http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

Tow rig full of diesel http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

I guess Im ready to go :thumbup: :clap:

[troyboy162]

Truck back together http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

Trailer light and brakes fixed http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

Propane full http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

Tow rig full of diesel http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

Video camera and camera to make a trip report post for Troyhttp://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc245/tonytoolpimp/emocations/3_5_171.gif

I guess Im ready to go :thumbup: :clap:


fixed it for you! haha :great::

[X-Tool Pimp]

Ill take the camera but I never seem to remember to use it

[Good Times]

Hey Mikey, I know there's a few guys/gals showing up Saturday morning so you might want to let everyone know what time breakfast is and when you guys are heading to the trail head.

All of the lame updates should go on the first page too so they don't have to dig into the thread :P

[Marc P]

I will bring rice and cheese for the dinner on Sat. Kyle and I will be up there late Friday night.

[Seanz0rz]

Left something at the campsite for yall! Red bag, nothing side but a note on the side.

[RobG]

Plan on being up there about 8AM Saturday morning. Bringing tortillas and some chips and salsa.

Just in case I get delayed coming up do you know what trail you are running first and if anybody has a 2M pick a frequency.

See you Saturday :smokin:

[X-Tool Pimp]

Is anyone running a trail Fri night???

[wifesaysimadumbass]

i might be able too run a trail friday but not too late because i have to put my kids to bed.... im up i'm pretty well packed im gonna finish up and get on the road... see you guys there

[wifesaysimadumbass]

i updated the first post with a little better directions so take a look

[wifesaysimadumbass]

alright im rolling out see you guys there

[Smiling_Jim]

If anyone catches this post, I leave Elsinore about 5:30am Sat. Should be at camp 7:30 or 8 am.


See Ya...

[Good Times]

Big Bear event recap HERE (http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.php?option=com_smf&Itemid=26&topic=8002.new#new)