I think we have a meet! As for what kinda run to do... I'm still driving a nearly stock VX. Slightly larger than stock all terrain tires, but no skid plates, no lift yet. Pick a run/trail/drive that's not huge severe that a stock VX can run, and I'm in!
As for time and place? And Swordy - can you give me an accurate estimate on the drive time from Bakersfield to Upland?