Paul: I do rallycross in my VX. You interested? RX events are usually in the Portland area.

Dragon: Tire type is not as important as tire pressure in the sand. The lower you go, the better the sand "flotation" and traction, but the greater the risk of losing a bead seal. BFG ATs are fair in the mud, but pretty good in the sand due to the closed tread lug design. Stock tires are fine. I've never had a problem with sand in the radiator

Scott: Paul is right, Crater lake is about 6.5 hours S of Seattle. As long as you're going that far, come on up and we'll throw a NW VX party for you!

Pine-eating fungus: Where else woulk it be from