2009 Moab ZooZu XII

[BigSwede]

How about a portable radio tuned off-station (white noise). Probably uses less juice than a fan. Besides, if it gets down into the 40s (might or might not) you might not want a fan going even if it points away from you...

FWIW I run my CPAP all night off my truck battery, no problems starting in the morning.

[Marlin]

Because I am a bit OCD, and can't wait till May, here is what I already have to bring as far at the Vx goes:
Brand new set of extra tie rod ends (free from my mech), full size spare, and fix-a-flat, set of mecatech cv boots, Titan 3ton exhaust jack, come along, 30ft snatch rope and multiple shackles, camera and charger, I copied off of Jolly Roger and stripped out spare area, put in 5gal jerry can in mount, 10lb CO2 bottle with regulator and 15ft hose, I can fill about 44 33" tires on one fill up or run small pneumatic tools. This should be perfect for airing down and subsequently back up after trail riding. I brought emergency hose patch kit, duct tape, RTV, clear silicone, full tool set, lots of straps, 50 feet of climbing rope, first aid kit, handheld GPS with extra batteries, hose clamps, mighty putty, in case we have to tow a semi..., WD40, inverter, extra sunglasses(can't see without em, retinas burned out by fishing in Guam and being out to sea in fluorescent lights for the last 10 years).
Still need to get handheld radios and maybe a CB. I have the Taurus drink holder, but its useless, I would rather have the CB there. The under seat idea sounds cool too, not sure yet. I got a full size ammo can that will fit behind the spare on the roof for most of the small stuff. Waterproof, shock proof, and looks cool. The chemicals and CO2 will be inside.
You can imagine the camping stuff I am bringing...my wife thinks I am nuts.
Anyone recommend anything else?;)

[tomdietrying]

Sun screen/Sun glasses.
Peace.
Tom

[pbkid]

alright, i know someone make a great list last year and thats what i based mine off of....anyone know where to find it??

[tomdietrying]

Kenny wrote up a nice list, and I found it. We've been using it for the last two years. The problem is it will not allow me to CUT and PASTE the list.

If you look at the Moab ZuZoo XI 2008 thread, Kenny wrote it on 4/21/2008.
If that's too much trouble, hopefully Kenny will see this and repost the thread.

Peace.
Tom

p.s.
This list is so precise Kenny reminds you to get a Mother's Day Card because you will be on the road and miss the special day.

[pbkid]

Kenny wrote up a nice list, and I found it. We've been using it for the last two years. The problem is it will not allow me to CUT and PASTE the list.

If you look at the Moab ZuZoo XI 2008 thread, Kenny wrote it on 4/21/2008.
If that's too much trouble, hopefully Kenny will see this and repost the thread.

Peace.
Tom

p.s.
This list is so precise Kenny reminds you to get a Mother's Day Card because you will be on the road and miss the special day.

yup, it was kenny....that was a killer list...

[Ldub]

Kenny wrote up a nice list, and I found it. We've been using it for the last two years. The problem is it will not allow me to CUT and PASTE the list.

If you look at the Moab ZuZoo XI 2008 thread, Kenny wrote it on 4/21/2008.
If that's too much trouble, hopefully Kenny will see this and repost the thread.

Peace.
Tom

p.s.
This list is so precise Kenny reminds you to get a Mother's Day Card because you will be on the road and miss the special day.

Here's a list from Father Moncha...:thumbup:

Here's a list of items from the Official 'ZuZoo.org Tech Inspection List. These are items they will be checking for:

Quote:
Mandatory Items
Securely Fastened Seatbelts for All Occupants
Drinking Water
Battery Securely Fastened (no bungies)
Jack Capable of Lifting Vehicle
Full Size Spare Tire & Tools to Remove Tire (VX's spare suffices)
Safe Tow Points
CB Radio
Factory Metal Roof and/or Rollbar/Rollcage
Functional Emergency Brake
Functional Four-Wheel Drive

Recommended Equipment:
First Aid Kit
Tow Strap – Loop Ends, NO Hooks
Fire Extinguisher
Flashlight
Trash Bag

Here's a reprint of a great post Tone on aprevious event:


Quote:
Moab Supplies List

Mandatory:
No alcohol / drugs on the trail
2 or 3” x30’ tow strap w/ loops (20K lbs rated or higher)
2 5/8” shackles for strap
CB radio with external antenna
Ice chest with sufficient water for all day – trail runs usually last 5-8hrs
Food – lunch breaks usually half way through and snacks as needed
Working seatbelts for you and all cargo that might shift
Sunscreeen
Layered clothing – it is usually chilly when starting out in the morning and hot by mid day
Closed toe shoes or sandals with good traction


Strongly suggested:
Transfer case skid plate – Isuzu p/n PN 8-97049-784-0 Cost ~$80
Bolts (2) 8-97104-788-0 Cost $01.68 Ea
FRS Radio for in-town communication with other VXes – Cell phones work for the most part in Moab but the radios are easier.


Recommended:
8-20PSI Trailhead Tire Deflators $59 http://www.oasisoffroad.com/
12v High output compressor or compressed air cylinder system
Sway bar disconnects
Full sized spare


Previous year’s preparation suggestions:
http://www.4x4wire.com/isuzu/trails/moabzu5/
http://www.4x4wire.com/isuzu/trails/moabprep/

Good article on being/using a spotter on the trail:
http://www.4x4wire.com/trail/technique/spotting99/


Trail Etiquette
ALWAYS One of the most common and most commonly broken rules on any trail ride is to always keep the vehicle that is behind you in your rear view mirror. In this way, the group will always be together -- if the person behind you slows down, you should slow down, and this will cause a chain reaction to the whole group. This is especially important at trail intersections. If you lose sight of the vehicle in front of you, let the driver know to slow down -- another great reason to have a CB. This in turn will work its way up to the trail leader and no one will get lost. Do not follow too closely either, especially while going downhill. When you make it up over an obstacle, you need to wait for the next vehicle in line to make it, so if a strap is needed you can assist. If those below you can't see over the top of an obstacle, let them know when it's clear at the top.

[Ldub]

yup, it was kenny....that was a killer list...

Here's the KLIQ (Kenny list in question), I stole it from the original post & uploaded it into my gallery...hope you don't mind Kenny...:naughty:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Moab_Prep_list1.jpg

[Marlin]

That's a pretty good list, pretty close to what I had already, and I am definitely skipping the air compressor. Too expensive, I got my 10lb CO2 setup for about 200 shipped,and I can inflate about 40-50 tires with one bottle. I just need to figure out where to mount it. I am thinkin floorboard behind driver's seat. That way the hose can reach out both doors to access all tires without taking the whole bottle out.
I am waiting on sway bar bushings, but other than that, I think I am good to go. Skid plates would be nice, but I am waiting to see how RiffRaff's deal pans out. No junk Troopers in the yards around here...booooooo.
Well, its warming up here, about 60 or so, I think I will rhino line some of my panels today. Should keep me busy for a few hours.

[pbkid]

That's a pretty good list, pretty close to what I had already, and I am definitely skipping the air compressor. Too expensive, I got my 10lb CO2 setup for about 200 shipped,and I can inflate about 40-50 tires with one bottle. I just need to figure out where to mount it. I am thinkin floorboard behind driver's seat. That way the hose can reach out both doors to access all tires without taking the whole bottle out.
I am waiting on sway bar bushings, but other than that, I think I am good to go. Skid plates would be nice, but I am waiting to see how RiffRaff's deal pans out. No junk Troopers in the yards around here...booooooo.
Well, its warming up here, about 60 or so, I think I will rhino line some of my panels today. Should keep me busy for a few hours.

how are you planning on rhino lining?? just out of curiousity...
taking it to a shop? or doing it yourself??

[Marlin]

how are you planning on rhino lining?? just out of curiousity...
taking it to a shop? or doing it yourself??

I was just gonna do the DIY kit. Figured a few bottles of rubbing alcohol to make sure I get all the residual chemicals off the cladding and then roll on the liner. I have access to another VX in the area, I am trying to buy it, but I can get pieces if I screw something up that bad. It took me about 3 hours to get the damned bolts off the rear tow points so I could install the hitch. Had to buy new cutting wheels for my angle cutter...not a good project, so I didn't start the liner. Also took care of most of the rust that was under the rear bottom cladding, painted my CO2 bottle with black enamel, then decided to go play in the mud, 15 minutes of mudding=1hour of cleanup, most of that being my driveway.

[Scott Harness]

Playing in mud sounds and looks super fun,but the clean-up is not worth it to me(lazy and you need to really get it ALL off)

[Moncha]

Make sure to RSVP

[Moncha]

Since I Jacked up and moved the original thread to the wrong place. We'll need to RSVP again. Its good as things probably changed since the thread was started.

[pbkid]

I was just gonna do the DIY kit. Figured a few bottles of rubbing alcohol to make sure I get all the residual chemicals off the cladding and then roll on the liner. I have access to another VX in the area, I am trying to buy it, but I can get pieces if I screw something up that bad. It took me about 3 hours to get the damned bolts off the rear tow points so I could install the hitch. Had to buy new cutting wheels for my angle cutter...not a good project, so I didn't start the liner. Also took care of most of the rust that was under the rear bottom cladding, painted my CO2 bottle with black enamel, then decided to go play in the mud, 15 minutes of mudding=1hour of cleanup, most of that being my driveway.

nice, im curoius to see how it comes out...i would love to do all of my cladding...i tried the DIY spray on stuff with no luck...looks like crap and peeled in places....i didnt exactly clean it very well though...

[Triathlete]

Make sure to RSVP
Since I Jacked up and moved the original thread to the wrong place. We'll need to RSVP again. Its good as things probably changed since the thread was started.


Ah, I was wondering what had happened to that! I have re added myself. Thanks for fixing it!:cool:

[MSHardeman]

Scott,

I see that you and Laura are heading to ZuZoo. That is excellent news. Can't wait to see you guys again.

[Ldub]

Scott,

I see that you and Laura are heading to ZuZoo. That is excellent news. Can't wait to meet you guys.

Me too!!!...:thumbup:...:dance:...:thumbup:

(Mark, sorry I changed your quote to fit my reality...:smilewink )

[MSHardeman]

Dub,

No problem with changing reality. Actually I think it would be fun to vacation in Ldubland for a little while.:eek:

You haven't met Scott, Laura or Moncha yet?

It's going to be a great ZuZoo reunion indeed.:thumbup:

[Ldub]

Dub,

No problem with changing reality. Actually I think it would be fun to vacation in Ldubland for a little while.:eek:

You haven't met Scott, Laura or Moncha yet?

It's going to be a great ZuZoo reunion indeed.:thumbup:

Nope, never had the pleasure of meeting the Boss Man & Mrs. Moncha in person, though I feel like I've known them for years...:thumbup:

Hangin' out in Larryland is considered rough duty by some...:smilewink

[pbkid]

Nope, never had the pleasure of meeting the Boss Man & Mrs. Moncha in person, though I feel like I've known them for years...:thumbup:

Hangin' out in Larryland is considered rough duty by some...:smilewink

i too have never meet the two...

i was thinking about doing a fun little trip to larryland one day....maybe mark and i would coordinate a little trip for some wheelin and "playin" with the "milk"...

[Triathlete]

Reserved my spot with the masses in group site c!

Is there anyone who wants to do some mountain biking on Monday (day before the VX run)? I will be renting a bike for the day and hitting a trail or two. Would be great to have some others along to scrape me up off the slick rock if needed:eek::rolleyes:
This will be a fun paced ride...not trying to kill myself pace!

[Moncha]

Yep I can't wait to see the folks we know (Already met) and those we know virtually. It will be fun! Who has the margarita machine?

Does anyone know if the Red Rocks still has room?

[Ldub]

Yep I can't wait to see the folks we know (Already met) and those we know virtually. It will be fun! Who has the margarita machine?

Does anyone know if the Red Rocks still has room?

Give em' a holla!!!...:dance:

Red Rock Lodge
51 North 100 West
Moab, Utah 84532

For Reservations
Toll Free 877-207-9708

General Inquiries
email : redrocklodge@frontiernet.net

[Moncha]

Got the res in.
I tried the toll free # but it said it was disconnected so you may have to use this -

435-259-5431

http://www.red-rocklodge.com/

They still have some rooms available (@ this post time, 1 King, 2 queens, and several double queens/doubles)

Just make sure to mention the VehiCROSS guys and they'll give you that great 15% discount (Thanks to all involved!).

[Marlin]

How many people are stayin at Portal? That way I know how much wood I really need to bring...

[Triathlete]

How many people are stayin at Portal? That way I know how much wood I really need to bring...

Me and the wife!:bwgy:

[tomdietrying]

There's me, myself, and I.
Peace.
Tom

[pbkid]

count me for 2 :)

[BigSwede]

I was wondering where this thread went...

I'll be at Portal...I believe Keith "Air Amigo" and his son will camp there too. Possibly Desha and friends, don't know really but that is where she stayed last year.

[Marlin]

So 5 or so groups? I should be able to bring plenty of wood for a decent fire each night. See ya there guys...

[tomdietrying]

Sounds good, thanks!
Peace.
Tom

[pbkid]

sounds great!!!

if i dont get a passenger ill have lots of room, and therefore ill bring some wood from my parents mountain house too!!!

[BigSwede]

So 5 or so groups? I should be able to bring plenty of wood for a decent fire each night. See ya there guys...
Well one fire for the group is all we need anyway, doesn't matter much how many people are there.

[Marlin]

I suppose thats true if we are all sharing a campsite. I was thinking about cooking on the fire and stuff, but I would imagine that a propane stove would be much more efficient and convenient.

[pbkid]

I suppose thats true if we are all sharing a campsite. I was thinking about cooking on the fire and stuff, but I would imagine that a propane stove would be much more efficient and convenient.

true true...a lot of times we go out to dinner as a group it seems... may change this year with the economy though...

unless your me lol...the starving college student... my first year, biju found me on the last night (when i ran outta food) eating salsa for dinner and he felt so bad that he took me down to the $5 all you can eat pizza joint and covered me for the night ;)

[etlsport]

true true...a lot of times we go out to dinner as a group it seems... may change this year with the economy though...

unless your me lol...the starving college student... my first year, biju found me on the last night (when i ran outta food) eating salsa for dinner and he felt so bad that he took me down to the $5 all you can eat pizza joint and covered me for the night ;)

hahah! i still eat hot sauce on saltines on occasion.. even if i do have a perfectly good pack of ramen next to it ;Db;

[Marlin]

hahah! i still eat hot sauce on saltines on occasion.. even if i do have a perfectly good pack of ramen next to it ;Db;

LOL, when I as a student, I had what I called gourmet Ramen, ramen with a can of mushrooms mixed in, and if I was lucky, maybe some chicken...but that was very lucky. Internet was very expensive in the 90s, and more important than food....lmao.

[tomdietrying]

HyTop Pepperoni Pizza! I was in tall cotton as a college student when I found them 2 for $1.00.
Peace.
Tom

[pbkid]

hahah! i still eat hot sauce on saltines on occasion.. even if i do have a perfectly good pack of ramen next to it ;Db;

ya, i had no problems with it...i figured that i ate pretty good all week...got a good health portion of vegtables in salsa....plus, i was gonna be home the next day and i had food at home...

but i definately wasnt gonna turn down some free pizza :bgwo:

[BigSwede]

Just to clarify, if we are camping at the group site at Portal, do we need to pre-register?

[Triathlete]

Just to clarify, if we are camping at the group site at Portal, do we need to pre-register?

Not a 100% sure but I believe so.

[tomdietrying]

Yep, just to confirm what Billy just said. We get the group site because I told them we would have at least 10 people staying there.
Peace.
Tom

[CrnCnn]

Just to clarify, if we are camping at the group site at Portal, do we need to pre-register?

They wanted to have everyone register that was staying at group site D with me last year.

[Marlin]

They wanted to have everyone register that was staying at group site D with me last year.

When I called them, they just canceled my other reservation and added me to the group site. I am sure you could do it when you get there as well.

[CrnCnn]

When I called them, they just canceled my other reservation and added me to the group site. I am sure you could do it when you get there as well.

Unfortunately I wont be making it this year. Though we (Ascinder, me and our better halves) were talking about driving there without the VX and riding along with someone and just stay a couple days.

[BigSwede]

OK, 'cause when I talked to the gal at Portal she said I didn't have to make a reservation...that was back in January. Guess I'll give 'em another call to be sure.

[BigSwede]

OK, just talked to Portal, at the moment they only have Billy Oliver and me registered (besides Tom)...they would be please if y'all would call up and get reserved for the Group 'C' site May 10-17 (departing).

[CrnCnn]

OK, just talked to Portal, at the moment they only have Billy Oliver and me registered (besides Tom)...they would be please if y'all would call up and get reserved for the Group 'C' site May 10-17 (departing).

Yeah those of you who may remember my frantic post about getting everyones name on the list for D, it was because they were going to take the spot away cause I was the only one staying there as far as they knew.

[pbkid]

ill get my name on that list in the next 2 weeks (next time i get paid ill reserve my spot)

crncnn, you guys know you guys can always find a place to ride ;)

[tomdietrying]

Crncnn and Ascinder, it goes without saying. You have a ride if you want one.
Peace.
Tom

[Triathlete]

ill get my name on that list in the next 2 weeks (next time i get paid ill reserve my spot)

crncnn, you guys know you guys can always find a place to ride ;)

pb it don't cost no money to reserve your spot. Nothing is payed until you are there...so, no need to wait.

[pbkid]

pb it don't cost no money to reserve your spot. Nothing is payed until you are there...so, no need to wait.

i'd rather just pay it now, that way i dont have to worry about it when i get there...

[Moncha]

Has this been set? If not, I'd sure like to do the one with the Indian ruins and dinosaur tracks if Todd would be up to it.

[Triathlete]

Todd is keeping it a secret!:bwgy:
But I am sure it will be a good one!

[BigSwede]

Is the VX run going to be Tuesday again?

[Todd Adams]

Is the VX run going to be Tuesday again?

Yes as well as the pot luck dinner at our place (Pack Creek Campground)

[Todd Adams]

Has this been set? If not, I'd sure like to do the one with the Indian ruins and dinosaur tracks if Todd would be up to it.
I guess we will have to see, wont we:bwgy:

[Dumke]

Man I was avoiding this post, but guess now I will have to read it all the way through. I MAY be going its a very slim margin I can but crossing my fingers that planets will align..

[tomdietrying]

Rob,
Hope you can make it again. TRemember to bring Ray with you too,
Peace.
Tom

[Dumke]

Rob,
Hope you can make it again. TRemember to bring Ray with you too,
Peace.
Tom

Raymundo wont be comming will be just me and will probably not be able to do full week just a couple days. Depends on money and if we go on strike.. Those things happen I am there. Shouldnt be that hard with gas cheaper than last year.

[JoFotoz]

I'm bring'in BEANS!



Yes as well as the pot luck dinner at our place (Pack Creek Campground)



...it helps with the bump and run!


jo

[Kenny]

It's criminal how much I've neglected coming to visit the site to keep in the loop.:( Stoopid busy...
So how's trix?

Going to call Red Rock (cross fingers), any other group hotels?
Any Grand Junction meet/convoy planned?

Ldub, you got a Fargo convoy? Teaming up with the Chicago crowd?..or they still speedy as usual... I don't see you on the list yet, am I gonna have to buy your gas (and gas for Suzie) to make sure you come?

Cheers all.

[MSHardeman]

Yeah Kenny and Donna are coming!!

We are definitely doing the convoy again on Monday. The Chicago guys (and others from all points East) usually hit Denver on that Sunday then pick me up in Glenwood Springs on Monday. We usually stop for lunch in Grand Junction and then head on to Moab from there. It would be great to have you guys join in.

[tomdietrying]

I'll second what Mark just said. I was wondering if yall were going to make it. I just PMed you.
Peace.
Tom

[pbkid]

oh ya! definately a convoy from denver/grand junction

[BigSwede]

oh ya! definately a convoy from denver/grand junction
Isn't that 2 days after you were going to get there?

[pbkid]

Isn't that 2 days after you were going to get there?
oh ya haha! wasnt really thinking when i posted that..

[pbkid]

hey so...i was throwin some idea's around in my head today when i was bored at work..

would anyone from colorado or the area be interested in trailoring 2 VX's???

my dad has an F350- with a HUGE flatbed...the weight would definately not be a problem, he usually tows around 20k lbs....

ill check on the length of it tomorrow but we may even be able to fit 3...

i dunno, he gets around 20 MPG and it would be much cheaper to throw 2 VX's on a trailer and it would cost around $40 a piece each way (i figure 30 something gallon tank, goes almost exactly 500 miles per tank)

not a necessity but its a possibility for sure...plus we could save some tire tread ;)

[Triathlete]

If you go to the bottom of this page (http://www.blm.gov/ut/st/en/fo/moab/recreation/motorized_routes/copy.html) you can download PDF Topo maps for free for all of Utah!

[Marlin]

My father in law called last night, he came through for firewood. Looks like I will have about half a cord or so, plenty for everyone, only thing is, its green. It hedgeapple, so it will burn HOT for a long time. He rocks. Only a month and some change to go...I will bring pics from the uhwarrie Isuzu meet as well.
(Don't worry, if you have read my other posts, I don't just talk politics:smack:. I have lots of sea stories I can tell around the campfire...LOL.

[pbkid]

I have lots of sea stories I can tell around the campfire...LOL.

great, so we arent gonna just argue the whole time huh??? ;)

no, but really, im excited to hear about your travels...and even more excited to see your badarse VX in person...

[tomdietrying]

Thanks for getting the wood!
Peace.
Tom

[Petos]

One of the biggest things that I regret sitting here in Moscow is not being able to join you guys on the trip this time....
Anyway, have a nice one, and make sure you take a lot of photos!!!

p.s. I recently managed to bring my new Ironman back to life, engine repair was $6k and 2 months of work/waiting for spare parts to be delivered
But now IT LOOKS COOL! As cool as my previous (Rickster's) one did... :thumbup:
I will be posting some pictures soon

[pbkid]

congrats petos! im glad that you got a VX working!!


ps-
no takers on saving some tire tread and money?? i cant imagine that people arent interested in that....

[BigSwede]

Heck, you practically live next door to Moab...hardly worth the effort. Now, if you wanted to swing up here and pick me and the Trooper up, let's talk! ;)

[pbkid]

well...im figuring one tank of gas each way in the ford (gets around 500 miles to the tank)...around $80 per tank of gas....split two ways is $40 each way...total of $80 round trip

now look at that in my VX.... 2 tanks each way at $90 total...thats $180 vs. $80....$100 savings...plus some serious wear on $1200 tires...

just a thought...

[nocturnalVX]

ps-
no takers on saving some tire tread and money?? i cant imagine that people arent interested in that....


Heck, you practically live next door to Moab...hardly worth the effort. Now, if you wanted to swing up here and pick me and the Trooper up, let's talk! ;)

Yeah! Just swing by, do a quick loop through MWIOR territory, and pick us up. I'll even throw in for some Subway footlongs. :bgwb:

[pbkid]

you got it gill ;)

well, i spoke with my dad today and i guess his trailer is currently in california so it wouldnt work out anyhow, so i suppose its good that i didnt get anyone excited :p

[Todd Adams]

:(OK guys, sorry about this but our plans have changed. Our motorhome lost the transmission and won't be ready for 'ZuZoo so the pot luck dinner is out for our place this year on Tuesday at Pack Creek. I am not even sure where we will be at right now but we do have options.
Todd

[MSHardeman]

Todd,

Let us know where you think you lost the transmission and we'll get a group together to find it.....kidding.

I still like the idea of a pot luck dinner, so I'm sure we'll find a new place to have it. I'm sure we could do it in the Red Rock Lodge parking lot, but I'm not too sure how thrilled they would be about that.

If nothing else I would think that we could do it at the Protal under the covered area next to the check-in office. Do you have to reserve that thing? Could someone staying at the Portal check into that?

[JoFotoz]

I dont think the Red Rock would have a problem..BUT...



Todd,
I still like the idea of a pot luck dinner, so I'm sure we'll find a new place to have it. I'm sure we could do it in the Red Rock Lodge parking lot, but I'm not too sure how thrilled they would be about that.
If nothing else I would think that we could do it at the Protal under the covered area next to the check-in office. Do you have to reserve that thing? Could someone staying at the Portal check into that?

..The Covered Portal spot would be awesome as an alternative to Todds place 'cause tables etc are already there.

DITTO the ...""Could someone staying at the Portal check into that""

jo

[tomdietrying]

It's a done deal.

I called the Portal Camp Site and reserved the pavillion. The date and the time will be the same as last year. It will be Tuesday, May 12th at 6:30 p.m.

Is that cool with you, Todd?

Peace.
Tom

[Scott Harness]

Good work Tom! :cool:

[pbkid]

oh crap, thats a good bump to remind me to get m spot reserved at the portal...

[MSHardeman]

Excellent Tom. Thanks for doing the leg work (or phone work as the case may be). I guess we had better start a pot luck dinner thread so we don't end up with fifty pounds of cookies and nothing to BBQ.

[Todd Adams]

It's a done deal.

I called the Portal Camp Site and reserved the pavillion. The date and the time will be the same as last year. It will be Tuesday, May 12th at 6:30 p.m.

Is that cool with you, Todd?

Peace.
Tom
That will work. Thanks

[Ldub]

Well...I'm finally able to post that Jim & I WILL be at the "RocK", sometime in the afternoon of the 10th...:thumbup: (barring any unforseens)

It's been kind of up in the air until now, & I wasn't sure if I was gonna make it this year...feeling much better now!:yes:

Soooooooo...put me down for a dozen or two "brats of the gods"...:_drool:
As my contribution to the "VX pot-luck feastivities".

[MSHardeman]

PHEW....
Dub, when I saw that you had posted a reply I got a sinking feeling that you where going to tell us you weren't going to make it. I'm glad that everything is working out for you up there. It'll be good to see you and Jim at the "Rock" again.

[BigSwede]

Hey Soggy Larry, does Jim want me to tote along those CVs for him?

[Scott Harness]

Well...I'm finally able to post that Jim & I WILL be at the "RocK", sometime in the afternoon of the 10th...:thumbup: (barring any unforseens)



EXCELLENT!! I was getting worried!:dan_ban::yes::_beer::clap::dance:::thumbu p::cool:

[Kenny]

Well...I'm finally able to post that Jim & I WILL be at the "RocK", sometime in the afternoon of the 10th...:thumbup: (barring any unforseens)

It's been kind of up in the air until now, & I wasn't sure if I was gonna make it this year...feeling much better now!:yes:

Soooooooo...put me down for a dozen or so "brats of the gods"...:_drool:

:dance::clap::jump::dan_ban:

[tomdietrying]

Larry,
It just wouldn't be the same without you and Jim. I'm glad y'all are going to be there.
Peace.
Tom

[VX KAT]

It will be great to meet ya LDub! Yahoo!! And meet everybody else too! :thumbup:

[Ldub]

Hey Soggy Larry, does Jim want me to tote along those CVs for him?

Yeh, I feel like one of the "soggy bottom boys"...:rolleyesg

I'll get in touch with Jim, & let you know...I'd say it would be likely.

[Ldub]

This close to Moab, & THE thread has dropped off to page THREE?...:eek:

Just a bump, to ask some of you fellows & girlziz to pm me with your cel #'s
to make it easier to stay in touch while in red rock country...:yes:

Most of those I already have, know who you are...I hope.:laughgray

[BigSwede]

Last I heard you didn't even have a cell phone...:confused:

[JoFotoz]

LOL Swede..thats me!


Last I heard you didn't even have a cell phone...:confused:


I'm a Luddite!

I've got a bunch of old tin cans...

...and miles of string!

jo

[Ldub]

Last I heard you didn't even have a cell phone...:confused:

That's still true...Jo's a luddite, & I'm a hayseed.
However, there IS a tele in my Moab digs, & I could use that to ding up peeps with cel phones. In case we need to round up MIA members of the Fam for Industrial Grade Relaxation...:naughty:


LOL Swede..thats me!


I'm a Luddite!

I've got a bunch of old tin cans...

...and miles of string!

jo

I'm wit you Bro, got no need for one, but the string IS sometimes hard to manage...:rolleyes:

[nocturnalVX]

VX KAT has a Foxfire!!!!!!!!!! Represent!!! We didn't have one last year, nor did we have a Dragon. The Foxfire is my second favorite color (not counting Proton envy, though I do have one in the garage ;) ). This is gonna be AWWWWWESOOOOME!

[VX KAT]

I'm gettin' ready for Moab! I'm fully synthetic now....AND....I got the Ranchos installed and I finally have a great ride!!!! :thumbup: Can't wait now!:coolp:

[Triathlete]

Does anyone know for sure weather Grampa Bob sold his VX or not? Would be really cool to see him show up this year!

Only 21 days 'til I arrive! WOOHOO!!!!!!

[CrnCnn]

Does anyone know for sure weather Grampa Bob sold his VX or not? Would be really cool to see him show up this year!

Only 21 days 'til I arrive! WOOHOO!!!!!!

We have tried to contact him around here since he is just up the mountain from us and had no luck.

[pbkid]

22 DAYS!!!

also, has anyone else noticed that we have 29 confirmed guests??? thats AWESOME!!! i think our record was what? like 22 VX's??

[Triathlete]

That includes family members. 19 members and a few of those are driving non-VXs (and thats all cool!), riding with others or will be there only in memorence:angel:

[pbkid]

correct...

im just curious to see how many we can get this year!!! ;)

[VX crazy]

Well, I said I am going but I am not going to be in my VX, my doctor does NOT want me driving offroad since I cant use my right arm on the steering wheel yet.....but Mark said I can ride with him on the VX only run!

[MSHardeman]

Lisa,

It'll be good to have you back in the co-pilot seat.:thumbup: Hasn't been the same without you the past couple of years, because when I was screaming like a girl I didn't have anybody to blame it on.

You're not limited to just the VX run; you're welcome to shot gun any of the other trails too.

[pbkid]

your more than welcome to ride shotgun with me too..

i just may scare ya ;)

(look to avatar ^^^)

[VX crazy]

LDub said I could ride shotgun with him too! Ya'll are great! EXCEPT I can only handle maybe 1 trail since I cant hang on to the oh @^&* handle with my right arm.......

Mark, I only missed last year! I think I rode with you once the year before that.......and this year when you start screaming like a girl I will be sure everyone hears you on the CB....LOL.....

I think Donna and I will be having a bit of fun on this run.....

[MSHardeman]

Lisa, you missed Moab last year, but you rode with Jay and Tone in the FJ the year before that so I've been screaming by myself for a couple of years now.

Since you can't hang on to the handle we'll just have to duct tape you to the seat. That should take care of it.:p

[VX crazy]

I think for sure I rode with you a tad that year, but your screaming drove me nuts so I went back and rode with Tone/Jay....

[Marlin]

Here are a few pics of my tow rig, I will test it out this weekend for the Isuzu meet at Uhwarrie,NC. Its about 215 miles each way, so a perfect distance. I have a few things to do to the trailer, paint, new cables, electric jack, and wiring upgrades. Too bad it isn't my trailer, but if he is letting me borrow it for free, for about a month, I owe him one.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMGP0073.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMGP0072.JPG

[pbkid]

awww...thats cute...




your wheels on your tow rig and your trail rig match!!!! :p


sorry, i couldnt help myself.
good luck!

[Marlin]

The expedition is what Bart would refer to as a "mall crawler", or as I call it,my wife's Orange County minivan.

[pbkid]

yup, we call em mall crawlers around here too

[nocturnalVX]

MOAB!!!
:dan_ban: :clap: :dance: :clap: :dance: :clap: :dan_ban:

[Ldub]

MOAB!!!
:dan_ban: :clap: :dance: :clap: :dance: :clap: :dan_ban:

So...gettin' a wee bit stoked for the Famgath in Moab Gill?...:smilewink...:dance:...:naughty:

ME TOO !!!

[pbkid]

woo hooo!!!! MOAB!!!!!


WE ARE SO CLOSE!!!

[Todd Adams]

I need some feedback on a few things.
#1 Would anyone be interested in a 101 4- wheeling clinic on Monday afternoon? If so I would be happy to put one on. Detail to follow if there is enough interest.
#2 Meeting place for the VX run will be Portal along the entrance road Tuesday morning at 8:30 am leave at 9:00am
#3 Dinner will be a pot luck at the Portal pavilion starting at 5:30pm for happy hour and dinner at 6:00pm I will bring my grill and I believe there is a grill we can use there but not exactly sure. This year we will bring our own meat and we need to get a list going on side dishes.
#4 I am most likely forgetting something.

[Triathlete]

Can't wait to see what trail you have cooked up for us this year Todd!:bgwo:

[Ldub]

I need some feedback on a few things.
#1 Would anyone be interested in a 101 4- wheeling clinic on Monday afternoon? If so I would be happy to put one on. Detail to follow if there is enough interest.
#2 Meeting place for the VX run will be Portal along the entrance road Tuesday morning at 8:30 am leave at 9:00am
#3 Dinner will be a pot luck at the Portal pavilion starting at 5:30pm for happy hour and dinner at 6:00pm I will bring my grill and I believe there is a grill we can use there but not exactly sure. This year we will bring our own meat and we need to get a list going on side dishes.
#4 I am most likely forgetting something.

Hey Trail Boss Numero Uno...:thumbup:

Y'know I'm good for a couple dozen of Fargo's finest pineapple bratwurst...:_drool: (da brats, for you Chicagonites):smilewink

I'll do my darndest to come up with an equal number of long skinny buns.

Lemme know if I can bring anything else...:yes:

[Jay Dunford]

I need some feedback on a few things.
#1 Would anyone be interested in a 101 4- wheeling clinic on Monday afternoon? If so I would be happy to put one on. Detail to follow if there is enough interest.
#2 Meeting place for the VX run will be Portal along the entrance road Tuesday morning at 8:30 am leave at 9:00am
#3 Dinner will be a pot luck at the Portal pavilion starting at 5:30pm for happy hour and dinner at 6:00pm I will bring my grill and I believe there is a grill we can use there but not exactly sure. This year we will bring our own meat and we need to get a list going on side dishes.
#4 I am most likely forgetting something.

I'd be up to help out with a little show and tell Mon. afternoon. Sounds fun.

Let me know what vittles are needed and I'll bring 'em. Could also supply some TX beer if anyone wants a particular brand.

[Triathlete]

#1 Would anyone be interested in a 101 4- wheeling clinic on Monday afternoon? If so I would be happy to put one on. Detail to follow if there is enough interest.


You can never know too much. I would be interested as long as I survive my Mt bike trip (anyone else interested (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?threadid=15525)):bwgy:
Plus it will give everyone a chance afterwards to discuss possible trail choices for the rest of the week!:cool:
Not sure what I will be bringing to the eats fest but probably some sort of salad...spud, pasta, or something!

[tomdietrying]

I'm getting STOKED! Can't wait to see everyone. Todd, I'd be up for a refresher.
Peace.
Tom

[VX KAT]

1. What time would your 101 course be? I'd really like to make it, but not sure we'll arrive in time....9 hr drive, starting out Monday morn.
2. For potluck.....I'll bring my home made chocolate /chocolate chip walnut cookies....I've been told by many they're awesome.

[BigSwede]

#4 I am most likely forgetting something.
Napkins. Lots of napkins. :_drool:

[BigSwede]

MOAB!!!
:dan_ban: :clap: :dance: :clap: :dance: :clap: :dan_ban:
When are you heading out, Gil? I am leaving Saturday morning (the 9th).

[JoFotoz]

Hey Todd..

I'll be there for the 101...

...still learn'n!


And I'll bring ...LEFT COAST..SPECIAL BEANS....for the BBQ!


They seemed to go down well !


Oh and...

Takin' orders for .....


IN-N-OUT BURGERS.....as per last year!


Not for the BBQ...just for STOOP consumption!


jo

.

[VX crazy]

Since I dont cook and its a 19hr drive, I will get a few bags of chips at the grocery store there in town!

[nocturnalVX]

When are you heading out, Gil? I am leaving Saturday morning (the 9th).

We are planning on leaving Saturday morning as well. I am all for convoying. We hope to meet up with Greg (orion) from Coon Rapids, MN and Paul (phines) who is coming from VA, so looks like I'm going to have to start sending out PMs and make some phone calls... Last year, we met Greg in Omaha on Sunday morning. Same plan this year? How does that sound Steve?

[VXIRONwoMAN]

Gill and I will bring paper plates and plastic utensils. I don't think those will go bad on a 3 day drive to Moab...





Oh and...

Takin' orders for .....


IN-N-OUT BURGERS.....as per last year!


Not for the BBQ...just for STOOP consumption!


jo

.

YOU are THE BEST JO! Put me down for 4 (2 are for Gill) of them delicious morsels.

[pbkid]

Hey Todd..

I'll be there for the 101...

...still learn'n!


And I'll bring ...LEFT COAST..SPECIAL BEANS....for the BBQ!


They seemed to go down well !


Oh and...

Takin' orders for .....


IN-N-OUT BURGERS.....as per last year!


Not for the BBQ...just for STOOP consumption!


jo

.


jo...ill take 2@4x4's.....

thanks!!! :_drool:

[BigSwede]

We are planning on leaving Saturday morning as well. I am all for convoying. We hope to meet up with Greg (orion) from Coon Rapids, MN and Paul (phines) who is coming from VA, so looks like I'm going to have to start sending out PMs and make some phone calls... Last year, we met Greg in Omaha on Sunday morning. Same plan this year? How does that sound Steve?
Nah...I'm gonna push through to Denver on Saturday. It's a long day of driving (14-15 hours), but the driving across the plains isn't that taxing, and it gets me a leisurely 6-hour drove on Sunday through the Rockies, and - bottom line - an extra day in Moab...

[LittleBeast]

If you want a MOAB/VX t-shirt dedicated to the late Tone Monday and have not let me know what size t-shirt you want please do so here:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?p=156153#post156153
shirts will be at or under $10, and trust me they will be cool, I will get the design up shortly.

[Ldub]

Oh and...

Takin' orders for .....


IN-N-OUT BURGERS.....as per last year!


Not for the BBQ...just for STOOP consumption!


jo

.

Put me down for a couple please!...:_drool:

[Marlin]

If you want a MOAB/VX t-shirt dedicated to the late Tone Monday and have not let me know what size t-shirt you want please do so here:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?p=156153#post156153
shirts will be at or under $10, and trust me they will be cool, I will get the design up shortly.

Joe Darlington wants a shirt as well. I will post on the other thread...

[MSHardeman]

Jo, put me down for an In-N-Out and some fries. I'm heading to Vegas at the end of the week where I will definitely get another In-N-Out, but I MUST have one in Moab too. Yummmmm....

[MSHardeman]

WHOA, WHOA, WHOA....I just checked the top of the thread and....is that BIJU's name that I see up there?:eek: Is brother beeg really coming?

It'll be good to see you again Biju. Are you going to make the CoZuvoy too?

[Triathlete]

Awesome!:cool:

[VXIRONwoMAN]

BUTTERS!!! You're really coming???!!! YAAAY! That's AWESOME! :clap:

[biju]

I'm gonna be there, yes! :smack:

Can't wait to see the fam again!! Going to be doing some mountain biking while there... up for peeps that might want to join me, or looking for an invite from those who might also be doing the same! :bgwo: Just going to play it by ear...

Where most staying?

-beeej.

[Moncha]

Bill that's great! Can't wait to see ya! We'll be at the Red Rock http://www.red-rocklodge.com/

[tomdietrying]

Beej,
Glad you're going to be there!

I would say half are camping at the Portal Camping and the other half at the Red Rock Inn.

Peace.
Tom

[Scott Harness]

Biju Biju Biju...excellent!!:cool:

[Ldub]

I'm gonna be there, yes! :smack:

Can't wait to see the fam again!! Going to be doing some mountain biking while there... up for peeps that might want to join me, or looking for an invite from those who might also be doing the same! :bgwo: Just going to play it by ear...

Where most staying?

-beeej.

Far end of "THE ROCK" is Dub, Jim, JO & Scott central...:naughty:

You need "shotgun" on any given day, I'm sure there will be plenty of volunteers...:yes:

VERY surprised & VERY glad you decided to come out of seclusion for the "Famgath" in May...:dance:

It'll be good to see you...Willju...:laughgray

For those who haven't had the pleasure...this pic, of the most scurvey bucaneer to sail the "cinnamon", is worth a thousand words...Arrrrrrrrr

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Pirate_Biju_3.JPG

[Triathlete]

Bij,
What day you arriving? I am doing some mt biking on Monday and am looking for some company! I will be at the Portal in the group site with the rest of the "camper" guys...rufin' it!:cool:

[MSHardeman]

I love it when Dub shows off his mad photochop skills.

It'll be good to have the swarthy bucaneer back.

Beeg, are you sure you'll be able to resist the pull to come back into fam?

[Ldub]

I love it when Dub shows off his mad photochop skills.

It'll be good to have the swarthy bucaneer back.

Beeg, are you sure you'll be able to resist the pull to come back into fam?

LOL...that be "MAD windows paint" skillz my friend...:rolleyesg

You know I'm too cheap to own photoshop...:smilewink

And probably not smart enough to run it niether...:_confused

[pbkid]

the BEEEEEEEJ!!!!!

excited to see ya bro...you joining the convoy?

[Kenny]

I'm gonna be there, yes! :smack:

Can't wait to see the fam again!! Going to be doing some mountain biking while there... up for peeps that might want to join me, or looking for an invite from those who might also be doing the same! :bgwo: Just going to play it by ear...

Where most staying?

-beeej.

:homer:
stayin' at the Greenwell Best Western. a block from the Rock on Main St.

uthaman.

[Triathlete]

Todd,
Any clue's for us about the VX run...getting psyched!:dance:

[Locomigo]

Okay... so long time since I posted anything anywhere. Been a crazy couple years.

So anyway, it is with mixed emotions I report that I was able to fanagle a way to moab this year for visiting with a lot of yall. Unfortunately, Loco is still down, she will not be making the trip.
Needs a tranny replacement and a new axle shaft (will do both while I am in there).

But I lost my job 3/2, Tia lost hers 3/31. I picked up a contract position that could turn perm, could end at any time, I just don’t know. She is still looking and we are hopeful that things shake free soon. I am a project engineer/manager in electronics/electrical discipline (specializing in audio/visual, with experience in DC power, and telecommunications). She is in the finance/accounting world, with audit, AP, corporate training, Oracle, systems conversions, and management experience.

Cant make the trip and fix the Amigo. We desperately need a change of scenery so we thought that the trip and visiting with old friends would be worth making the trip. We will head out on Thursday 5/14 after work/school, and arrive late 11p-12a is the window I am targeting. Don’t think we will hit the road until 5ish. We will return on Monday 5/18.

So looking forward to seeing everyone and chillaxin. So, we will be lookin for open seats for Tia, Kyren (15), and myself. Would like to ride along on some trails, and if not, we will chill around town or hit the parks and hike. Either way we will be havin a break from the job boards and stresses of everyday life.

Shoot me a msg and let me know if you would be willing to share a seat in your rig. We don’t all have to be in the same rig, but would like to stick together on the same trail.
I can offer my spotting expertise (far from the best, but fairly decent) :D, trail knowledge ( I have done a LOT of those trails and know them well, including some off the beaten path off shoots), and comedic relief. 8)

Like I say, I have no clue who will and wont be there this year, as I have been away for quite some time. We decided to do a road trip to Oregon last year, 4235 miles. Will bring laptop and drive to show pics. It was an awesome time. Regardless, we will have a good time.

So that’s my $5 post. I have been saving pennies for a long time.
Keith

[Marlin]

Well, one less thing to worry about. The day before I went to Uwharrie, my VX overheated. It continued to do so the whole trip, I was running the defrost on high to keep temp below 225. Today I replaced the fan clutch, now it sounds like a semi!!!! I love it, temp, not a degree over 178, just like it should be, but boy is the VX loud now. I think my clutch has been bad for some time. Can't wait to see everyone, still lookin into the hats, but I dont think it will be before then.

[Moncha]

Keith, great to hear from you! I'm very sad to hear the news about you and Tia job market sucks right now. My Bro-in-law is now living with us due to the same circumstance. I'll keep my ear and eyes open. Glad you are coming to Moab, we'll have a blast!. I know there will be some extra seats.

[pbkid]

keith, good to hear from you! that news really is too bad...both your rig and your family.

im sure we can find you some seats in moab, there are quite a few of us.

i dont have any room in my VX, but please let me know if i can help you in any other way, we dont live all that far from each other. dont know what i could do for you, but the offer is there if you need something

[Marlin]

keith, good to hear from you! that news really is too bad...both your rig and your family.

im sure we can find you some seats in moab, there are quite a few of us.

i dont have any room in my VX, but please let me know if i can help you in any other way, we dont live all that far from each other. dont know what i could do for you, but the offer is there if you need something

I am not sure what you are driving up, pending the trail, my Expedition might be available for you to drive. I woudn't take it anywhere crazy that actually needs 4wd, but if a stock VX on bald tires can make it, a lifted Expy on 33" procomp AT extremes can. Just don't tell my wife...;) Plus it can seat like 40 people (6 actually, I put captains chairs in the middle row).


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMGP0057.JPG

[rowhard]

So is it worth a 17 hour drive just to make the VX only Tuesday:confused: Very very tempted

[Kenny]

So is it worth a 17 hour drive just to make the VX only Tuesday:confused: Very very tempted

DOOO-EEEET!!:bgwp:

[Moncha]

So is it worth a 17 hour drive just to make the VX only Tuesday:confused: Very very tempted


In one word, YES! Todd does such a great job to make sure there is a bit of everything. They are always experiences never to be forgotten.

[tomdietrying]

Yes! Yes! and oh yeah[/SIZE[SIZE="5"]]....Yes!
Peace.
Tom

[etlsport]

So is it worth a 17 hour drive just to make the VX only Tuesday:confused: Very very tempted

think of it this way... would you drive 1 hour to meet up and wheel with one vx owner? if you would then moab should be worth 20 hours of driving (20 members registered yes)

[Marlin]

think of it this way... would you drive 1 hour to meet up and wheel with one vx owner? if you would then moab should be worth 20 hours of driving (20 members registered yes)

Great point...

[CrnCnn]

So is it worth a 17 hour drive just to make the VX only Tuesday:confused: Very very tempted

Definately. It is a fun day out man. Like Moncha said, Todd does great at making sure that theres something that everyone can handle. Last year some of the trail had spots that only certain people wanted to try.

No pressure Todd.

[Todd Adams]

Todd,
Any clue's for us about the VX run...getting psyched!:dance:

Clues??? You know I don't revile the trail until the day of. I will tell you it might be in the Moab area and include ups and downs on slick rock and dirt. How’s that? :bgwo:

[MSHardeman]

Excellent Todd. The trail sounds great.:confused:

Just make sure that if there is a tough obsticle there is enough room for you to walk next to me and hold my hand while I go through it. (I know somebody has a picture of that from last year)

Back on subject; on top of leading us through some great trails, Todd always gives a little history of the region and some of it's features as we go. So, on top of it being fun, and a bit of an adrenaline rush, you get a little trivia and education along the way.

Plus, it's just cool to see VX's stretching out in front and/or behind you.

[CrnCnn]

Back on subject; on top of leading us through some great trails, Todd always gives a little history of the region and some of it's features as we go. So, on top of it being fun, and a bit of an adrenaline rush, you get a little trivia and education along the way.

Yeah I wish I had a CB last year.

[MSHardeman]

Speaking of CB; since I installed one in my VX this year I will bring my hand held so that anyone who doesn't have one can use it on the trails.

[rowhard]

MS, am seriously thinking of make the trip, but for the Tuesday VX only run. If I do, I would like to take you up on the offer, one less expense for me. I will know this Friday if I get the time off.

[rowhard]

Last year some of the trail had spots that only certain people wanted to try.
No pressure Todd.

Does that mean there are bypasses for those of us that don't want try these 'certain spots'. As I said in another thread, I am more show then go.

Maybe I will knock out a few front skid plates to bring along, help fund the trip.:bgwg:

[MSHardeman]

rowhard, the CB is yours if you do make it. It would be great to finally put a face to a name that I have seen on this site for many years.

What's 20 hours of driving among friends?

No pressure.

[rowhard]

rowhard, the CB is yours if you do make it. It would be great to finally put a face to a name that I have seen on this site for many years.

What's 20 hours of driving among friends?

No pressure.

Taa Mate. Will know for sure Friday. There are slots open on the vacation book, but seniority rules and there are 28 drivers ahead of me.

[Triathlete]

Row,
No need to worry. Moncha's VX is about as clean as they come and he has survived many a ZuZoo's. There are some good spotters out there always willing to lend some help...just got to give a holler!:cool:

[Marlin]

A VX garage sale doesn't sound horrible. I have a few isuzu center caps, factory airbox and intake with K&N drop in, the factory shocks go to Tom if he brings beer;). I will bring 4 tubes of aquapel, PBkid and Bart got first dibs on those from a while back. I have been toying around with the idea of getting rid of my front plastic piece. Not sure what one of those go for, but I am looking at having Joe Darlington make me a custom bumper. Once we have my bumper made, it will be a template for others that would like a Warn type solid metal bumper with winch mount. As far as I know, there are none right now.
If anyone else has VX "junk" bring it...

[CrnCnn]

I am looking at having Joe Darlington make me a custom bumper.


I wish I had money.

[JoFotoz]

Hi Marlin...


I am looking at having Joe Darlington make me a custom bumper.

Lets talk in Moab about this..with Billy too (triathlete)
Billy has one in the works....

I have a great welder guy..and want to do a pre-runner style with integral skid plate.

We can put our heads together over an adult beverage!

jo

[Marlin]

We can put our heads together over an adult beverage!

jo
or two or three or four...
I am looking at the Warn style bumpers. Not a huge fan of prerunner desert look. But we can definitely talk. I look forward to meeting you guys, especially those that offroad their VXs for real.

[rowhard]

:homer:
stayin' at the Greenwell Best Western. a block from the Rock on Main St.

uthaman.

Is that the Red Rock Lodge?

[JoFotoz]

NOPE...and kenny gets demerits for staying off course!



Is that the Red Rock Lodge?

RED ROCK...ROXS!

jo

[Ldub]

Is that the Red Rock Lodge?

THIS is the Red Rock...:thumbup:

http://www.red-rocklodge.com/

Not the Ritz, but a couple notches above "shantytown"...:smilewink

[Triathlete]

I look forward to meeting you guys, especially those that offroad their VXs for real.

None of us do that....we're just really really, really good with photoshop!:cool:

[kodiak]

ZEUS!!! When are you heading down?

[rowhard]

THIS is the Red Rock...:thumbup:

http://www.red-rocklodge.com/

Not the Ritz, but a couple notches above "shantytown"...:smilewink

yea, well the number has been disconnected and when I got their local number, someone would answer but not say anything. Made res with the Sleep Inn there. Just hope I can get the time off now.

[VX crazy]

Red Rock Inn
435-259-5431

[Marlin]

None of us do that....we're just really really, really good with photoshop!:cool:

Damn, all those mods for nothin, you guys tricked me into modding mine so you could raise the value of yours!!!!!!!

[MSHardeman]

rowhard, good to see that plans are in the works. Should one of us call work pretending to be somebody important to say that you need some time off to make it to Moab?

Kodiak, I think Zeus is meeting the CoZuvoy in Glenwood Springs (or Grand Junction, I can't remember which) on Monday the 11th. You're welcome to join us too, but it might be a little out of your way.

[rowhard]

rowhard, good to see that plans are in the works. Should one of us call work pretending to be somebody important to say that you need some time off to make it to Moab?

Damn, wish I had thought of that earlier:rolleyes:

[Triathlete]

Moab weather (http://www.wunderground.com/US/UT/Moab.html) is looking good right now. Lets hope it stays about the same.

[kodiak]

Yep, Mark got it right. I'll be driving to Silt, CO on the 8th before the Zoo. Are you heading down Monday with bells on?

Yep, I should be there Monday afternoon. :clap:

[Marlin]

Anyone in the Salt Lake area headin out on the 11th? I will be in Salt Lake on the 10th...

[kodiak]

I’ll be leaving around noon. I have some business to take care of in the morning then I’ll be heading down.


Anyone in the Salt Lake area headin out on the 11th? I will be in Salt Lake on the 10th...

[Marlin]

How cool would it be two convoy to protons!!!!! I will will PM you my cell phone # and we can get together.

[pbkid]

ya, im just waiting for the first person to make a pre-runner one...so i can buy the second and save a ton of $$$$!!!

im looking for pre-runner due to the difference in weight. i was a nice stinger on mine though...

[Ldub]

Hey Todd, I'll be bringing you a new magnetic CB antenna... finally.
Hey Larry, I'll be bringing your tie rod too... finally.

LOL...just in the nick of time Bud...you almost made "THE LIST"...:naughty:...:laughgray

[Todd Adams]

Hey Todd, I'll be bringing you a new magnetic CB antenna... finally.
Hey Larry, I'll be bringing your tie rod too... finally.
I forgot you broke it and that you even had it.

[rowhard]

Well, as Madeline Kahn said in Blazing Saddles, "It's Twu it's Twu"

Rowhard will be at MOAB :bgwg::bgwg::bgwg:

But only for the VX only run :( so go gently on the old man
:_beer::_beer:

[tomdietrying]

rowhard,
Are you driving 18 hours to come to the VX Run? You the MAN!!!!!
See you in Moab.
Peace.
Tom

p.s.
You will have the greatest time.

[Ldub]

Well, as Madeline Kahn said in Blazing Saddles, "It's Twu it's Twu"

Rowhard will be at MOAB :bgwg::bgwg::bgwg:

But only for the VX only run :( so go gently on the old man
:_beer::_beer:

Glad to see you're going to make it Row...this is going to be a very memorable Zoo...:yes:

[JoFotoz]

And as Moronie said...



Well, as Madeline Kahn said in Blazing Saddles, "It's Twu it's Twu"

Rowhard will be at MOAB :bgwg::bgwg::bgwg:

But only for the VX only run :( so go gently on the old man
:_beer::_beer:


....I'm so Fargin exited..

....I get to put (another!) face to a name......

...you Icehole!


:p

jo

.

[pbkid]

ya, im really excited....

i found myself loading up all my stuff yesterday...then i realized that im not leaving for a week :(

[rowhard]

Anyone in the Salt Lake area headin out on the 11th? I will be in Salt Lake on the 10th...

Changed the reservations. Am now staying in Sandy Sunday night at the Comfort Inn on 8955 S. 255 West. Hope to met up with anyone coming thru Monday morning

[Todd Adams]

A couple of things.
1 Linda and I will be at Pack Creek Campground Saturday evening and have no plans for Sunday. You can reach me at 801-631-7993. The motorhome is still disabled so we will be in a tent site just east of the restrooms.

2 I will start the 4x4 101 at noon at the Portal Pavilion on Moday with some how to's and then move somewhere close for hands on. Probably a portion of Fins and Things.

3 We have a comp in Delta Utah starting Friday morning so we are packing it up on Thursday. We wont be in Moab for the weekend.

4 Linda is making a Patato Salad for the pot luck on Tuesday

5 Meet at 8:30am for the VX run at the entrance road to Portal

[VX KAT]

I really want to attend also, but I'm a 9 hr drive that morning, so anything later than noon would be great, but I understand if you have to start. I'm hoping to roll in and get to your "class" as soon as I can, hope it's OK to join the group late???

[Triathlete]

3 We have a comp in Delta Utah starting Friday morning so we are packing it up on Thursday. We wont be in Moab for the weekend.



THIS (http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=783872)
must be the event! Looks like fun. Saw the "Adams Family Crawler" making a few appearances in the video.:cool:

[Triathlete]

So, who is getting just a little psyched for a few VX's (and Zu's) in red rock country?
Maybe this will help!:cool:

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Zuzoo%20Moab%202006/Moab2006CliffHanger001.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Zuzoo%20Moab%202006/Moab2006CliffHanger021.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Zuzoo%20Moab%202006/Moab2006CliffHanger036.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Zuzoo%20Moab%202006/Moab2006CliffHanger045.jpg

8 days til I arrive!:bgwo:

[Moncha]

Needs more YELLOW!!!! :)

[Triathlete]

Ask and ye shall recieve...

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Zuzoo%20Moab%202006/Moab2006CliffHanger014.jpg

:bwgr: :smilewink :bgwp: :bgwo: :bwgr: :smilewink :bgwp: :bgwo:

[pbkid]

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/Zuzoo%20Moab%202006/Moab2006CliffHanger001.jpg



i think this is one of my favorite trails so far...

i would LOVE to do it again

[Marlin]

Changed the reservations. Am now staying in Sandy Sunday night at the Comfort Inn on 8955 S. 255 West. Hope to met up with anyone coming thru Monday morning

I assume that is in Salt Lake. Kodiak and I plan on rollin out of Salt Lake around noonish or earlier. My cell is 619-869-9757(don't remind me that its a San Diego area code, I know), I already talked to Kodiak on the phone and exchanged numbers. Give me a call if you are game. I won't be in Salt Lake till midnightish probably. I am leaving Charleston on the afternoon of the 7th and heading for Dayton, Oh. That is about 12-13 hours with the trailer. Then we will hit the road sometime on the 8th and head for KC, Mo. Another 10-12 hours or so. We will probably chill on KC for a bit to sleep and get ready for the straight shot from KC to Salt Lake which will be between 18-20 hours. Stay the night there and roll out with you guys on Monday for Moab!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am packing today...deja vu, I just did this 2 weeks ago for Uwharrie, but if it is any consolation, I will be broke after this trip. :(

[pbkid]

todd-

please ignore my last post regarding the 101 class....i did some math and the denver convoy isnt gonna get into moab till more around 4-5pm...

please continue at the normally scheduled time, enjoy guys! he has a lot of knowledge for anyone, take advantage of the offer if your gonna be there guys

[VX KAT]

Yeah, ignore my comment too, I changed reserv and will arrive Sunday. Will be there for 101 class on Monday, no problem.
Like everybody, can't wait to get there! :thumbup: My first trip to Moab!! WoHoo!!!

[CrnCnn]

This sucks. I will be the one glued to the computer this year waiting for pictures.

I AM going next year...

[Scott Harness]

Since it's May and I'm on my way to Moab.I hope to pick-up a Sweet Hitchhiker!!;):cool:

[pbkid]

This sucks. I will be the one glued to the computer this year waiting for pictures.

I AM going next year...

ill be taking my camera and my computer, hope to get pictures posted nightly clint...

[CrnCnn]

ill be taking my camera and my computer, hope to get pictures posted nightly clint...

That would be sweet. I am totally bummed I am not making this year.

[Triathlete]

ill be taking my camera and my computer, hope to get pictures posted nightly clint...

Same here as I always do.
I will start a new thread just for photo's and stories before I leave next weekend (for all the non-attendee's to drool over:_drool:).:cool:

[CrnCnn]

murder murder murder... I wish I could go....

[Ldub]

murder murder murder... I wish I could go....

Dude...


That's redrum redrum redrum...

Danny's not here Mrs. Torrance...

[CrnCnn]

Dude...


That's redrum redrum redrum...

Danny's not here Mrs. Torrance...

All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....

[Ldub]

All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....
All work and no MOAB makes clint a dull boy....

...:laughgray...:thumbup:...:laughgray...

[rowhard]

:thumbup: My first trip to Moab!! WoHoo!!!
Yea baby, me too, am getting stoked:eek:

[CrnCnn]

I hope that so many will be making it again next year. I want to meet a lot of you still.

[Marlin]

I hit the road feeling both trepidation (driving 2500 miles with 2 toddlers, wife, friend and dog is scary!!!) and extreme excitement in less 29 hours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:bgwb:

MOAB MOAB MOAB MOAB MOAB MOAB!!!!!!!!!!!

[BigSwede]

driving 2500 miles with 2 toddlers, wife, friend and dog
You got all that in a VX?? :eek:

Safe journey, see you in Moab.

[Todd Adams]

I hit the road feeling both trepidation (driving 2500 miles with 2 toddlers, wife, friend and dog is scary!!!) and extreme excitement in less 29 hours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:bgwb:

MOAB MOAB MOAB MOAB MOAB MOAB!!!!!!!!!!!
All I can say is good luck and be safe.
Todd

[Marlin]

He is trailering his VX. Spoiled, I know.

LMFAO, when I read swede's post, I pictured all of us in the VX...it would look like Beverly Hillbillys...

[etlsport]

LMFAO, when I read swede's post, I pictured all of us in the VX...it would look like Beverly Hillbillys...

hah that would be interesting to see! best ive done is getting four 20-25 year old guys and 4 road bikes transported by the vx.. that was interesting/ pretty amusing

[pbkid]

ive had 4 people in my vx...with 2 12" subs in the back, all their snowboarding/skiing gear...and the skii's/snowboards on the roof....was one hell of a full ride lol

[Marlin]

My VX is filled front to back with gear. It is so full that even the OME 919s are compressing...those are the heavy duty trooper springs for those that didn't know.
My nice CO2 tank didn't make it back yet, so they gave me a 20lb loaner for free. This thing is huge, it takes the whole passenger seat, so those who are running compressors for airing up, I got your back with CO2, I can probably fill all of Moab with CO2...

[pbkid]

My VX is filled front to back with gear. It is so full that even the OME 919s are compressing...those are the heavy duty trooper springs for those that didn't know.
My nice CO2 tank didn't make it back yet, so they gave me a 20lb loaner for free. This thing is huge, it takes the whole passenger seat, so those who are running compressors for airing up, I got your back with CO2, I can probably fill all of Moab with CO2...


between all of us we will have enough CO2, Nitrogen, air tanks, compressors to full up ANYTHING...

[Marlin]

between all of us we will have enough CO2, Nitrogen, air tanks, compressors to full up ANYTHING...

Maybe we should rent a big jump castle, and we can fill it with CO2 and nitrogen....

[kodiak]

Sweet, Hay! Can I sleep in the jump castle?:clap:


Maybe we should rent a big jump castle, and we can fill it with CO2 and nitrogen....

[VX KAT]

you boys just ain't right.....:_wtf: :laugho:

[Marlin]

Sweet, Hay! Can I sleep in the jump castle?:clap:

Proton owners........told you all we were crazy.

[pbkid]

you would be high as a kite by the morning lol....

ya im gonna have 150psi in nitrogen :naughty:

[Ldub]

you would be high as a kite by the morning lol....

ya im gonna have 150psi in nitrogen :naughty:

I'll see your 150 psi, & raise to 3000...:naughty:

[Marlin]

In an attempt to increase global warming, I ould guess the loaner tank is about 40lbs of CO2? My tank is 20lbs, and this tank is almost twice as big. How big of a CO2 foot print is that?:bgwb:

[Ldub]

In an attempt to increase global warming, I ould guess the loaner tank is about 40lbs of CO2? My tank is 20lbs, and this tank is almost twice as big. How big of a CO2 foot print is that?:bgwb:

I guess that would depend on how dang big a tire ya put it in....:laughgray

Aaaaaaaaahahahahahahahahahahah :rolleyesg

[Todd Adams]

How big of a CO2 foot print is that?:bgwb:

None since it just goes back to the atmosphere whence it came. That is different than burning fossil fuels that have been buried for millions of years and adding to the CO2 content of the atmosphere.

[Tambourine Man]

In an attempt to increase global warming, I ould guess the loaner tank is about 40lbs of CO2? My tank is 20lbs, and this tank is almost twice as big. How big of a CO2 foot print is that?:bgwb:

If you were crossing the Poplar Street Bridge into St. Louis at 1:09 PM CT today, I was 2 cars behind you. My eyes lit right up. It was raining hard and I couldn't make out the plates, but it was a Proton on trailer being hauled by a larger dark SUV. And the roof rack was absolutely jammed.

[kodiak]

Did it look like this?;)

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMGP0072.JPG



If you were crossing the Poplar Street Bridge into St. Louis at 1:09 PM CT today, I was 2 cars behind you. My eyes lit right up. It was raining hard and I couldn't make out the plates, but it was a Proton on trailer being hauled by a larger dark SUV. And the roof rack was absolutely jammed.

[rowhard]

If anyone cares or is taking notes, I changed my reservations to the Moab Valley Inn, 711 South Main in Moab.

[Tambourine Man]

Did it look like this?;)

If that's not what I saw, it was a freakishly similiar rig. I wanted to get up alongside for a better look but traffic gets a little nutty in that spot. They zoomed off onto 70, while I puttered along in the 44 West lane.

[Ldub]

Jim came over after lunch today & we tag teamed our whips into shape for Moab...:_wrench:

Hooked up my clevis & tow strap.

Put my stock VX rims & terra graps on his ride.

Got all of my fluids topped off.

Greased the driveline.

Rotated my tires.

Re-installed all the belly armor on the VX.

Fillum' up with gas, & away we go in the morning...:dance:

Everyone travel safely, & well see y'all in Moab, maybe even meet up wit'chall in Glenwood springs and/or Grand Junction...:cool:

[rowhard]

Ldub, don't know my country, you going thru SLC?

[Ldub]

Ldub, don't know my country, you going thru SLC?

Nope, me & Jim avoid big city traffic & steep mountain passes like the plague.

We're flatlanders, we like our grades on the mild side & our traffic, non-congested...:smilewink

We're coming down through WY.

[rowhard]

We're coming down through WY.

ain't that above SLC?

Just thinking I could get you knee crawling drunk and sell you this skid plate for lot's of mu-la:bgwg::bgwg::bgwg::_beer::_beer:;puke:

[VX KAT]

...... we tag teamed our whips into shape ...:_wrench:

;eekp; :_wtf: :_wtf: ????

[Ldub]

;eekp; :_wtf: :_wtf: ????

I KNEW, as soon as that slipped off the keyboard, that SOMEONE was gonna catch it...:laughgray

You'll get yours...:smilewink

[VX KAT]

Oh crap, now I've done it....and I haven't even met you yet, yikes!:eek: