Moab 'ZuZu VX - May 2013: 5/12/13 - 5/18/13

[pbkid]

Anyone camping this year have a space and want to split it? Decided last second we arnt missing it after all of last years malfunctions

Imma Be At The Stoop.

[VX KAT]

As we're closing in on M-day :clap::clap:…….thought I'd REPOST THE MOAB PREP LIST -
May not need ALL these things, just things to consider.



For all you first timers coming to Moab, and for everybody, thought I'd post one of the general Moab prep lists.
Attached Word file at bottom.

MOAB PREP LIST

EQUIPMENT:
-- CB radio
-- CB antenna
-- GPS or Compass
-- Tire pressure gauge
-- Tire deflators
-- Tire repair kit
-- Air compressor
-- Bottle Jack
-- Jumper cables
-- 20' - 30' -Tow strap/rope
-- Shackles/D-rings/Clevis
-- Tow hook
-- Gloves
-- 4-way tire iron /Gorilla Power wrench
-- Ratchet straps
-- Bungie cords
-- Piece of wood to put under jack
-- Various maps/trail books
-- Flashlight/ Spare batteries
-- Multi-tool
-- Fold-up camping shovel
-- Hatchet
-- First Aid kit
-- Snake bit kit
-- Cell phone & charger
-- FRS radios
-- OTHER: ________________________________


TOOLS:
-- Ratchet Socket Set – SAE & Metric
-- Screw driver with bits
-- Pliers - a few different sizes
-- 22mm full size and stubby wrench
-- Breaker bar/3’ pipe
-- Knife
-- OTHER_________________________________


SUPPLIES:
-- Fuses
-- 4 quarts of oil
-- 1 quart ATF
-- Oil funnel
-- PCV valve
-- Spare radiator hose / belts
-- Electrical tape
-- Gorilla / Duct tape
-- WD-40/Silicone spray
-- Wire
-- HD zipties
-- Fix-a-Flat
-- Rags /shop towels/ Paper towels
-- OTHER: ________________________________


PERSONAL ITEMS:
-- Water - Water - Water
-- Hat
-- Hiking poles
-- Binoculars
-- Camera/Video gear
-- Windex
-- Garbage bag
-- Toilet paper
-- Zip lock bags
-- OTHER: ________________________________

[ABDragonVX]

Hey Stefan, do you have any planned stops on the way down or back? Or just planning a few days of driving?

[WillyLin]

I just decided,,,, I AM GOING!!!!!!

[VXorado]

I just decided,,,, I AM GOING!!!!!!

We'll you'd better... being that close and all. :_steering

[ND92]

Hey Stefan, do you have any planned stops on the way down or back? Or just planning a few days of driving?

I planned 2 1/2 days of driving, kinda take it easy since she likes to drink her oil. I'm planning on a stop in butte Montana the first night then Salt Lake City and then it's just a short 4 hr trip from there to Moab.

[Etfren]

If anyone is looking for a room mate in Moab to save some cash, I have a room at the Stoop with two queen beds and I will only be using one of them. Big thanks to Mark last year for making the same offer which made it possible for me to make it last minute. Figured I would repay the favor if it can help someone else make it.

[Triathlete]

I also have a camp site at Pack Creek from the 11th-19th if anyone is looking to split one.

[WillyLin]

We'll you'd better... being that close and all. :_steering

Been going since 2010, all planed to go last year but something happened in the family had to go back to family (Taiwan) during the Zuzoo 2012... :S

[twalker920]

Are there plans yet for a place and time to meet for the Denver/Front Range peeps going? Tomorrow I am going to put the new bushings in my sway bars (front and rear) with my friend's help, then we are going to get his 5th wheel trailer ready for the trip!

Finally some nice weather here after a dismal April!

We're leaving Sunday morning, May 12th...looking to meet up with the other Denver folks to head out together. Breakfast first maybe?

[VX KAT]

Meeting up with Greg & Lisa in Sedona Sunday morning for a mini-caravan. Should arrive late afternoon-ish.
And the Senator is coming Wednesday. :dan_ban: :clap:
I'm so frikkin' excited, geez, I can't wait!

[Scott Larson]

Calm down Sue, remember your blood pressure...oh, wait a minute, that's me! Wish I wuz goin', Im jelon like a felon...yous guys better have a few cocktails for me out there! :_beer:

[VX KAT]

Calm down Sue, remember your blood pressure...oh, wait a minute, that's me! Wish I wuz goin', Im jelon like a felon...yous guys better have a few cocktails for me out there! :_beer:

Yeah, good thing I have borderline low BP! ;) :thumbup: Gives me lots of room to get crazy without blowin' my brain cells!!

[twalker920]

So this will be my home away from home while in Moab :)

Today was the first time I got to see it...it's pretty amazing. Room for 3 motorcycles in the "garage", which, when you take the motorcycles out then becomes a bedroom! Or the patio with couches! The center section on the far side slides out to make the kitchen/dining/living room (with TV/DVD/surround sound and satellite if we decide to take it). Never been in one before...it's a bit silly, but going to be so much fun! I love the checkered flag awning!

My VX won't quite fit in the garage though, so I still have to drive it out.

We got my VX's front and rear sway bar bushings changed today, and my clunking noise is gone! But now I have a rotational rubbing noise...I think in the one of the right side brakes. But I'm going to have an alignment done anyway this week sometime, so I will have them take a peek.

The Energy Suspension bushings were a breeze to install! It took longer to get the front skid plate off by far than to remove and install the bushings.

Looking forward to meeting/seeing everyone!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8396/8690695229_24b3f5d794_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14079574@N05/8690695229/)
IMAG0581 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14079574@N05/8690695229/) by ThomasWalker (http://www.flickr.com/people/14079574@N05/), on Flickr

[JoFotoz]

Nice Tom!

Maybe if you call the Red Rock and talk to Devon..he'd rent you a bit of parking lot space ....

..:rolleyes:

jo

[twalker920]

Nice Tom!

Maybe if you call the Red Rock and talk to Devon..he'd rent you a bit of parking lot space ....

..:rolleyes:

jo

We already got our redneck spot booked in some RV park not too far from the stoop....south end of town I think.

[JoFotoz]

Cool...:thumbup:


We already got our redneck spot booked in some RV park not too far from the stoop....south end of town I think.

...probably near a better class of people too :p

:jump::_beer::clap::_beer::jump:


jo

[tom4bren]

... Never been in one before...it's a bit silly, but going to be so much fun! ...

Fun doesn't even begin to describe it.


WARNING!!!!


RV's are habit forming.

[VXorado]

Are there plans yet for a place and time to meet for the Denver/Front Range peeps going? Tomorrow I am going to put the new bushings in my sway bars (front and rear) with my friend's help, then we are going to get his 5th wheel trailer ready for the trip!

Finally some nice weather here after a dismal April!

We're leaving Sunday morning, May 12th...looking to meet up with the other Denver folks to head out together. Breakfast first maybe?

No plans yet Tom. Mid-late morning will work for us best, maybe 9-10AM?

We can meet at C470/I-70 or Idaho Springs depending on if the 5th wheel needs a head start up the big hill.

We can dial in plans as we get closer to May 12th!!!! :_beer:

[pbkid]

Cant Wait To See The Fam. I Should Be Headed Out Late Tues Night. I Wont Get Into The Stoop Until Probably Midnight.

[JoFotoz]

We'll see ya in the morning then...


Cant Wait To See The Fam. I Should Be Headed Out Late Tues Night. I Wont Get Into The Stoop Until Probably Midnight.

...cause by midnight we'll all be safely tucked up in bed.


:p...:cool:...:p


Jo

[twalker920]

No plans yet Tom. Mid-late morning will work for us best, maybe 9-10AM?

We can meet at C470/I-70 or Idaho Springs depending on if the 5th wheel needs a head start up the big hill.

We can dial in plans as we get closer to May 12th!!!! :_beer:

Joe's truck doesn't really seem to care whether it's pulling the 5th wheel or not...the torque in that thing is insane. All it does is lower the mpg from 20 to 11 (which is still pretty damn good considering my VX gets 14 pulling nothing but my butt).

We could meet at the I-70/Morrison exit like we did for the trail last year. But as you said, we can firm things up closer to the 12th, but yeah 9-10 am was what I was thinking.

[bartmanS4]

We could meet at the I-70/Morrison exit like we did for the trail last year. But as you said, we can firm things up closer to the 12th, but yeah 9-10 am was what I was thinking.

We could meet at The Brewery Bar II for a green chili breakfast and then stop in Idaho Springs for a urgent green chili bathroom break. :laughing:

[BigSwede]

Why are you guys waiting until Sunday?

I'm staying in Denver Friday night and heading to Moab on Saturday.

[JoFotoz]

X2...


Why are you guys waiting until Sunday?

I'm staying in Denver Friday night and heading to Moab on Saturday.

..."Stoop" at noonish Saturday :thumbup:

jo

[MSHardeman]

I'm hoping to land at The Stoop around the same time Jo, but it might be a little later in the afternoon. Depends on how much I can get done on the 'ol girl this weekend and next week.

See y'all there.:dance:

[nocturnalVX]

Cece and I are planning to do dinner Saturday May 11th at The Sunset Grill (http://www.sunsetgrillmoab.com/), and would love for all the earlybirds to join us. I hope that everyone has a safe and fun time this year. Looking forward to being back in Moab even without the VX!

[WillyLin]

So this will be my home away from home while in Moab :)

Today was the first time I got to see it...it's pretty amazing. Room for 3 motorcycles in the "garage", which, when you take the motorcycles out then becomes a bedroom! Or the patio with couches! The center section on the far side slides out to make the kitchen/dining/living room (with TV/DVD/surround sound and satellite if we decide to take it). Never been in one before...it's a bit silly, but going to be so much fun! I love the checkered flag awning!

My VX won't quite fit in the garage though, so I still have to drive it out.

We got my VX's front and rear sway bar bushings changed today, and my clunking noise is gone! But now I have a rotational rubbing noise...I think in the one of the right side brakes. But I'm going to have an alignment done anyway this week sometime, so I will have them take a peek.

The Energy Suspension bushings were a breeze to install! It took longer to get the front skid plate off by far than to remove and install the bushings.

Looking forward to meeting/seeing everyone!

that is a cool fifth wheel,, how long is it?

[BigSwede]

Cece and I are planning to do dinner Saturday May 11th at The Sunset Grill (http://www.sunsetgrillmoab.com/), and would love for all the earlybirds to join us.

Ooo, fine dining my first night in Moab? Why not...

[nocturnalVX]

Ooo, fine dining my first night in Moab? Why not...

Cece has never been there, and it seems like a great way to kick off the week. :thumbup:

[Craig]

Ran Elephant Hill, Metal Masher, and Seven Mile Rim last week with the Toyota persons at Cruise Moab. Now I'm warmed up for next week with the REAL 4WDers. I'll be there Monday evening.

[twalker920]

Question to the gang: does anyone bring dogs with them? Have they in the past? I keep going back and forth on this with my awesome dog. He's 12, but still very lively and would love a Big Adventure. But I guess I am worried about shaking him up too much (are the trails we're going to do smooth but rugged/challenging, or all bumpy like here in the Colorado Rockies?), and of course about leaving him in the RV if I am out for a meal or something. He loves being in the truck, and although he'd be spoiled rotten at Chez Parent's, I want him with me :) Thoughts? Tips? Prior experience?

[MSHardeman]

I am in the same boat as you. Just picked up a new puppy this past Saturday morning, but I will probably leave him at a kennel here at home. Some of the trails we will be doing will be smooth, but most of them have some amount of jarring obstacles on them. There are a few obstacles on a few trails where anything that isn't nailed/strapped down in the truck will end up in the foot wells because you are headed straight down. I don't think it's fair to the dog (and I'm speaking about mine here) to throw him around in the truck all day. In the worst case he could get hurt from some of the violent shifting the truck will do. There is a nice kennel in town that some have used while out on the trails. They will have to chime in on that though.

The big thing is that some of the trails are on government land and no animals are allowed on them so you would HAVE to kennel your pup or leave him behind.

All in all, for me, it's just too much to bring the pup and all of his stuff, plus my stuff, plus the girlfriends stuff, plus the bikes, plus all of the tools for the VX, then find a place for the pup if I can't bring him on the trails or want to go mountain biking for a while.

Just my two cents.

[twalker920]

The big thing is that some of the trails are on government land and no animals are allowed on them so you would HAVE to kennel your pup or leave him behind.

OOh thanks for that feedback! No way I would take him on a long drive out to Moab only to have to stick him in a kennel (he's never been in one in his life! He'd freak out!).

As much as I would love for him to come, I think Hotel du Too Many Table Scraps with my parents is the safest route.

Thanks MS.

[Scott Harness]

Question to the gang: does anyone bring dogs with them? Have they in the past? I keep going back and forth on this with my awesome dog. He's 12, but still very lively and would love a Big Adventure. But I guess I am worried about shaking him up too much (are the trails we're going to do smooth but rugged/challenging, or all bumpy like here in the Colorado Rockies?), and of course about leaving him in the RV if I am out for a meal or something. He loves being in the truck, and although he'd be spoiled rotten at Chez Parent's, I want him with me :) Thoughts? Tips? Prior experience?

Biscuit has been with me the last three years. Loves it!
He stays in the motel some and at Moab Doggie Day Care (435-259-7922) Karen is the owner( a little quirky,but a good person)
Dogs are not allowed in the national parks.State parks? leash only I think?
If your going to have your dog in the truck...strap them down...depending on the trail...they will hit the roof and then hit the floor because they can't hold on! If you have your dog at the daycare reserve a night because you don't know when you will be back...breakdowns...ect...hope this helps

[vt_maverick]

Awww come on Mark, don't discourage him. :) I brought Dakota with us last year and she did well out on the trail, even at 9 years old. BUT she loves riding in the vehicle and would be way more upset/nervous staying by herself in the hotel or at a kennel.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3300/DSCN0875_35.jpg

As for bringing all the stuff, well that's possible too, although I won't pretend that the accessories in this photo were cheap (except the watertight ammo cans, those things were like $8 on Amazon). We were able to bring our 3 year old, 9 month old, Dakota, and enough clothes and stuff for 3 weeks on the road.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3300/IMG_0577_1_.JPG

In all seriousness you should probably leave your dog at home if you have that option. I'm sure it was illegal for me to take her out of the car at lunchtime on the trail, but we were doing Moab back-to-back with our bi-annual trip to Wisconsin and I didn't want to leave her at a kennel for 3 weeks.

[twalker920]

Well, room is a non-issue for me since we're bringing a 5th wheel RV with us. But as much as my dog loves riding in the truck, he can undo both harnesses I own (hidden thumbs I think!), and I wouldn't want to risk getting thrown out of a park or worse for having him with me.

It's only 5 days without him.... :(

[VX KAT]

Start at post #77.

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?p=249307&highlight=dogs+national+park#post249307

The place Scott mentioned is good. I know "phines" kenneled his dog there a night or two a few years back.

Elephant Hill is on N.P., so that one is a no-no. "Zeus" got ticketed for having his dog on NP trail a few years ago.

Hubby is bringing two of our dogs on Wednesday, (yes Dub, "ghost eye" is coming to visit ya again!) - - - they love it and are used to flopping around a bit (on a big padded cushion) .

Sometimes there's somebody hanging out on the stoop for the day instead of running a trail, maybe they can watch the dog for a few hrs?

[JoFotoz]

The weather f/cast suxs.....NOT!!

SUNSCREEN ALERT !!


BUT...rain on Thurs/Fri = trails we've done before become NEW TRAILS :clap:

Wet Golden Spike...OH "H" YEA!

jo

[VX KAT]

The weather f/cast suxs.....NOT!!



I say --- IT JUST PLAINS SUX! :( :(

94 - Monday :freek:
95 - Tuesday :freek: :freek:

I'm goin' die….:(

[JoFotoz]

Highest I see is 86...


http://local.msn.com/ten-day.aspx?eid=21581&q=Moab-UT&zip=84532


:_thinking

Jo

[VX KAT]

Highest I see is 86...


http://local.msn.com/ten-day.aspx?eid=21581&q=Moab-UT&zip=84532


:_thinking

Jo

GAWD I hope yours is right ---I'm looking at weather.com
http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/Moab+UT+USUT0165:1:US

[twalker920]

I saw mid 80s too. Plus I checked that my A/C is working well :)

Kat you just need a cabana boy to fan you while you drive.

[VX KAT]

I saw mid 80s too. Plus I checked that my A/C is working well :)

Kat you just need a cabana boy to fan you while you drive. YES PLEASE! (in your best Garth voice)

I gotta pray replacing the fan clutch WAS the fix for the overheating with the A/C on in super hot temps
Remember, I replaced it AFTER MOAB last year, where I learned the Ron Davis racing radiator alone, wasn't quite enough to handle A/C, 90+ temp, AND crawling pretty slowly - on TOTW trail.
Since install, I've only had one day over 100 down in Phoenix to "test" it.

[biju]

Conspiracy sites claim a high probability of a Butters sighting Saturday night (5/11) at dinner. According to the Illuminati, the sighting hinges on if the convoy some call "ToCaliWeTravelAfterAStopInDenver" stays in touch that day. Or Ldub calls to keep me in the loop. Yeah, that'll work.

[VXorado]

Wet Golden Spike...OH "H" YEA!

jo

Let's do Golden Spike, It's on my list. :cool:

[VXorado]

I gotta pray replacing the fan clutch WAS the fix for the overheating with the A/C on in super hot temps
Remember, I replaced it AFTER MOAB last year, where I learned the Ron Davis racing radiator alone, wasn't quite enough to handle A/C, 90+ temp, AND crawling pretty slowly - on TOTW trail.
Since install, I've only had one day over 100 down in Phoenix to "test" it.

Did you replace it with an OEM fan clutch?

[Gizmo42]

Why are you guys waiting until Sunday?

I'm staying in Denver Friday night and heading to Moab on Saturday.

You guys will probably be leaving way earlier then me, though I'm going to try and make it out of town a bit earlier then normal this year. Maybe I'll catch up to you at some point. I want to try and get there early enough to get camp set up before dinner time since there will actually be others in town to hang out with for a change.


Conspiracy sites claim a high probability of a Butters sighting Saturday night (5/11) at dinner. According to the Illuminati, the sighting hinges on if the convoy some call "ToCaliWeTravelAfterAStopInDenver" stays in touch that day. Or Ldub calls to keep me in the loop. Yeah, that'll work.

So, are tin foil hats required or optional?

[MSHardeman]

Conspiracy sites claim a high probability of a Butters sighting Saturday night (5/11) at dinner. According to the Illuminati, the sighting hinges on if the convoy some call "ToCaliWeTravelAfterAStopInDenver" stays in touch that day. Or Ldub calls to keep me in the loop. Yeah, that'll work.

BEEEEEJ, it would be great to see you. I am taking tomorrow off to detail the VX and will be leaving for Moab mid-morning to mid-afternoon on Saturday if you want to convoy on over.

[VX KAT]

Did you replace it with an OEM fan clutch?

Absolutely! I read about your problems with the cheapos, and a few others, so went OEM, and it required the NEWLY DESIGNED fan blade as well.

[VXorado]

Absolutely! I read about your problems with the cheapos, and a few others, so went OEM, and it required the NEWLY DESIGNED fan blade as well.

Good deal and like I've said before, an OEM fan clutch solved all of my problems. I hope you have the same results. :thumbup:

[biju]

BEEEEEJ, it would be great to see you. I am taking tomorrow off to detail the VX and will be leaving for Moab mid-morning to mid-afternoon on Saturday if you want to convoy on over.

I plan to do some biking while there for the weekend. Gill and CeCe threatened me with voodoo curses if I didn't show for dinner Saturday. (ok, not really, but it sounded good). Truth is, haven't seen you guys in a while!

We'll be leaving really early Saturday. PM me your tele; I'll txt or ring you along the way to see where you're at.

-biju.

.

[VX KAT]

Good deal and like I've said before, an OEM fan clutch solved all of my problems. I hope you have the same results. :thumbup:

I'd already done the thermostat and that didn't change anything, and of course the increased capacity radiator.

So after reading about the many owners that had the fan clutch go bad all within about a year, I decided to go ahead and replace it, even though we weren't sure it was malfunctioning. Figured mine was 11 years old too, so maybe it was crapping out too.

So we'll see if I've achieved my crazy goal :goof: ----> A/C on full, air temp above 90+, and crawling/going fairly slow, or under load.

[Triathlete]

Que up Queen...another one bites the dust :(
Looks like I am going to have to pull the plug on my trip. I have been working like mad on the VX to get it ready. Went in today to get the final thing done, an alignment, only to find out it couldn't be done due to worn bushings. There is a LOT of play up there. So, long story short...my Moab $$$$ will be going to Merlin and I will be getting even more grease under my fingernails.

[JoFotoz]

..... :(



Que up Queen...another one bites the dust :(
Looks like I am going to have to pull the plug on my trip. I have been working like mad on the VX to get it ready. Went in today to get the final thing done, an alignment, only to find out it couldn't be done due to worn bushings. There is a LOT of play up there. So, long story short...my Moab $$$$ will be going to Merlin and I will be getting even more grease under my fingernails.

:thumbdn:

Bummer....

Jo

[Triathlete]

Tell me about it Jo. I was already packing the camp gear.

[VX crazy]

Sorry to hear Billy :( Good luck with the repairs! Bijjjjjjjjj how long are you gonna be in Moab??? We get in sunday afternoon about 4pm will you still be there?

[JoFotoz]

Hitch a ride out ...



Tell me about it Jo. I was already packing the camp gear.

...with Sue.

Jo

[biju]

Sorry to hear Billy :( Good luck with the repairs! Bijjjjjjjjj how long are you gonna be in Moab??? We get in sunday afternoon about 4pm will you still be there?

I should be. Would love a quick hug and some catch up! (not to be confused with a hug and ketchup. although, that can be arranged. heh.) Travel safe!

-biju.

.

[Triathlete]

Is there anyone still in need of a camp site? I am going to cancel mine in the morning however if someone needs one I can arrange to transfer it. Let me know asap!

[ND92]

HOLY SMOKES!!!!!! I leave at noon tomorrow and it feels like Ive done nothing to prepare. Time for classic movie montage with inspirational music!! cause ITS THE FINAL COUNTDOWN!!!!!

[ABDragonVX]

Drive safe there Stefan, she's abit of a haul lol. I'm also not going to be making it. I'd have to drive solo and my cel just came on, so yay repair time. Good luck fixing the zuzu billy thanks for offering the site to me as well.

[VX crazy]

Now that Biju is going, it's worth making the trek!

[JoFotoz]

:confused:.....


Now that Biju is going, it's worth making the trek!

...cause the rest of us dont count :mad:


:jump:

Jo

[VXIRONwoMAN]

First to Moab!!! So what's the door prize??? It sure feels weird pulling into The Stoop in a sedan... Would ya'll hurry up so I can feel more at home!


Gill and CeCe threatened me with voodoo curses if I didn't show for dinner Saturday.


Nuh uh... We threatened you with Extra Terrestrial Mind-meld...get it right! Glad we could force you to come out! ;)

[VX KAT]

Now that Biju is going, it's worth making the trek!

Hey let's move up our Sunday meet time 30 mins or so to between 845am - 900am, gets us in a bit earlier.
Can you guys do that?

[JoFotoz]

Let it be known....

.
.
.
........I'm packed.

The car that is..for Moab....not me personally........ :o

jo

[Gizmo42]

HOLY SMOKES!!!!!! I leave at noon tomorrow and it feels like Ive done nothing to prepare. Time for classic movie montage with inspirational music!! cause ITS THE FINAL COUNTDOWN!!!!!

I'm in the same boat. Normally I'm fully packed by now except the last minute stuff. I havent done anything. Going to be a rush after work tomorrow, hope I dont forget anything.



It sure feels weird pulling into The Stoop in a sedan

Now thats just silly. Who would do something like that?


http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Volvo/2013-01-17_16-11-54_378.jpg

[JoFotoz]

The calm...


http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Volvo/2013-01-17_16-11-54_378.jpg

....before the VX Storm!

See you guys noonish Sat!

jo

[VX crazy]

Hey let's move up our Sunday meet time 30 mins or so to between 845am - 900am, gets us in a bit earlier.
Can you guys do that?

8:45 works, just mean we can't get party in the hot tub too late Saturday night................;-)

[VX KAT]

8:45 works, just mean we can't get party in the hot tub too late Saturday night................;-)

TMI!!!!!!!:laugho:

OK - I'll be there at Starbucks at 845 am! Gonna need a VENTI !

[tom4bren]

Y'all are making me green with envy. I SO wanted to come & get Stoop-id with Y'all this year.:)

[VX crazy]

TMI!!!!!!!:laugho:

OK - I'll be there at Starbucks at 845 am! Gonna need a VENTI !

I am gonna need a rubber suit and a venti!

[tom4bren]

I am gonna need a rubber suit with a vent

Well, Yah!!!

[Etfren]

So much work on the VX done, and so much more to do! Front shocks, alignment, alternator and CB install tomorrow, then hitting the road Sunday afternoon. See you all on Monday evening!

Washed the beast for the first time since I got it today. She is looking good! :D

[Donner]

It's really hitting home now that some of you are already there or underway.
My to do list is getting shorter and the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter. I decided to go ahead and swap the newer radiator from the '86 into the '91 last night and it turned into something of a can-o-worms. If everthing goes well enough I should be locked 'n' loaded by this time tomorrow. I'm going to try to roll early on Monday to get up Soldier Summit before it gets too hot.

Speaking of hot........
You know we're all gonna fry this year, right?
Bring on the sunscreen.:yeso:

[Scott Harness]

:(:(:(:(:(:(:( I wanna be there!

[pbkid]

Mounting Up The New Skid Plates, Changing Engine And Gear Oil Today. Packing Tomorrow Afternoon, And Outta Town Right After Work On Tuesday.

[WillyLin]

Ill arrive wednesday night,,, try to get there setup tent then top by stoop..

[ND92]

I arrive in 4-5 ish hours!!! Yayy for 2 and a half days of driving

[Donner]

Gettin' ready to roll! see you 3 ish

[WillyLin]

woohoo... back to home now,,,, such a great trip!!! cant wait for next year

[Donner]

...cant wait for next year

I might put together another Moab trip this year. You interested???

[WillyLin]

I might put together another Moab trip this year. You interested???

I am interested but might not taking trooper,,, depends when

, my auto started slipping a bit.. gotta change ATF first..