2009 Moab ZooZu XII

[Triathlete]

May 12 2009...VX Run
May 13-16 2009 ZuZoo



Its not to early yet, is it?:bgwo:

Make your plans now!:cool:

[Triathlete]

May 12 2009...VX Run
May 13-16 2009 ZuZoo



Its not to early yet, is it?:bgwo:

Make your plans now!:cool:

[Dumke]

LMFAO.... Tri please stay in the garage until then, please. I havent gotten the pleasure to meet ya yet and hopefully next year i will. Since your wreck I have been worring that it might happen to me and have driving like grand-pa.

[pbkid]

lol you crack me up....planning a year plus in advance huh???

i guess we can start the hype now :cool:

[VXIRONwoMAN]

This is awesome!!! This is why I love you all! You know how to get the hype going! Let's see what other mods I can come up with by then...

[Triathlete]

Only 349 days to go!!!!!

CRNCNN...looks like the boss is pulling rank on you! (see RSVP list above):smilewink

[CrnCnn]

[B][SIZE="7"]
CRNCNN...looks like the boss is pulling rank on you! (see RSVP list above):smilewink


I know, guess I will be there.

[Triathlete]

I know, guess I will be there.

:thumbup::thumbup:

[CrnCnn]

She just wants to steal somebody's Proton.

Thats for sure.

[kodiak]

She just wants to steal somebody's Proton.

Just not the one with the strips, right! :rolly2:

[CrnCnn]

Just not the one with the strips, right! :rolly2:

yeah she likes yours the best so watch out.

[kodiak]

Crap! I’ll bring my dog with me.:cool:
756

[Mrs. CRNCNN]

She just wants to steal somebody's Proton.


Justin i like the way you think! You have only seen me twice and already know what i'm thinking!! :clap:

[Mrs. CRNCNN]

Crap! I’ll bring my dog with me.:cool:
756



I LOVE yours the best!! I would like even more if it had a lift and big *** tires!!! LOL!! By the way! My dog is bigger! hehe!!! :) Justin can i borrow Menace???? LOL!!:dance:

[kodiak]

I LOVE yours the best!! I would like even more if it had a lift and big *** tires!!! LOL!! By the way! My dog is bigger! hehe!!! :) Justin can i borrow Menace???? LOL!!:dance:

Thanks it’s nice to hear. Menace would choke on my dog “Remy aka Monkey”.:p

[Mrs. CRNCNN]

Thanks it’s nice to hear. Menace would choke on my dog “Remy aka Monkey”.:p

LOL! Yeah i dont think Menace would even attempt to eat him...he is such a good dog! Right Justin???

[Mrs. CRNCNN]

THE BEST DOG! :) His name is simply a cover...


Yeah!

[taylorRichie]

Yeah!

Mine's named Bender, and he's the best dog... there can be only one!

j/k

Dobermans are just oversized lap dogs. And they rare to never bark which is nice. Takes some real excitement before he barks (or if I command him to "speak")

[tom4bren]

I had a Dobie years ago. Her name was Sonnet. Yer right, they are great dogs.

[kodiak]

Monk is a Minipin and she only barks at new people at home, or in the VX:rolleyes:. When she is out and about with me she loves everybody.

[Mrs. CRNCNN]

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f180/Jimmylongwong/pets/IMG_0496.jpg


This is our attack dog Gracie! LOL! :rotate:

[kodiak]

Looks like a killer, I’m going to have nightmares about that dog.:eek:

[taylorRichie]

Mine would bite first unfortunately... Bender is a racialist against greyhounds. (he is scared of other dogs really though...

[Ldub]

Uhhhhhh...does anyone remember the topic of this thread???:rolleyesg

I know, I've jacked my share of threads,:smilewink so I probably don't have a leg to stand on...but maybe start i new thread titled "puppy love" or something? :rotate:

[taylorRichie]

I'm very excited for Moab :D I won't bring my dog though. Is the date absolutely official? How far in advance will the red rock take reservations? We should try and make it all Vehicrosses, (except for Jim's Trooper, it is Jim right, Ldub?)

[Mrs. CRNCNN]

Uhhhhhh...does anyone remember the topic of this thread???:rolleyesg

I know, I've jacked my share of threads,:smilewink so I probably don't have a leg to stand on...but maybe start i new thread titled "puppy love" or something? :rotate:

Yeah SORRY for taking it over. All i was simply doing was posting the pic of my guest for Moab 2009!

[Ldub]

I'm very excited for Moab :D I won't bring my dog though. Is the date absolutely official? How far in advance will the red rock take reservations? We should try and make it all Vehicrosses, (except for Jim's Trooper, it is Jim right, Ldub?)

Right you are Sir...Jim is my wing man on all worthwhile road trips...:thumbup:


Yeah SORRY for taking it over. All i was simply doing was posting the pic of my guest for Moab 2009!

Now don't go gettin' all testy on me...I included enough smilies to let everyone know I wasn't serious...:smilewink...:smilewink...:smilewink

[pbkid]

well 09 ill be bringing bentley who is a "oversized black lab with brown coloring" :bwgy:

[Triathlete]

My dog won't fit in my VX!

[Mrs. CRNCNN]

Right you are Sir...Jim is my wing man on all worthwhile road trips...:thumbup:



Now don't go gettin' all testy on me...I included enough smilies to let everyone know I wasn't serious...:smilewink...:smilewink...:smilewink

:_beer: Its all good! I meant to put a happy face! Much LOVE Unca DUB!!!

[Ldub]

:_beer: Its all good! I meant to put a happy face! Much LOVE Unca DUB!!!

Right back atcha Niece Girlie !!!:smilewink

[Ldub]

Just got off the phone with the nice folks at Red Rock Lodge.
I have room 112 tentatively booked for May 11-17 2009...
I say "tentatively" because they informed me that the "may" not be there any more by next May. Seems the joint is being leveled to make room for something taller.:sighwgray

I can't say for SURE that having a large block of rooms reserved by VX nut jobs would sway their decision in any way...but it couldn't hurt. :thumbup:

[taylorRichie]

Awww... that's too bad :(

An alternate would be to rent out where Brit and I stayed.

JR Desert Inn I think is what it was called.

It only has 10 rooms total, they're decent and inexpensive (not red rock cheap) like $50/night. It's at the end of the main drag (south) Big porch patio.

Wonder when red rock will know.

Grrr...

I was looking forwarded to lounging in some Uggs in front of the red rock.

[kodiak]

That’s ok I’ll sleep on the cinnamon if I have too. ;)

[Ldub]

Crap! I’ll bring my dog with me.:cool:
756

Since your "dog" is sitting on your shoulder, I think I can safely assume it's really a parrot of some sort, with a dogs face...:rolleyesg

With that logic in mind, it would follow, that YOU SIR, are actually a pirate, & I have the pic to prove BOTH of my crack pot theories...:smilewink

Yes, the wodka has begun to flow here in "Larryland"...hope you don't mind helpin' a brother out with his boredom...:razzgray:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/001_01_pirate.JPG

Be thinkin' Moab "09" people...it's not too early to book a room at the "Rock".

You can always cancel...:naughty:

[kodiak]

Lol! Yep, my pirate ship at the time was a 86 Bronco with a 4in lift and 35in BFG ATs. That was a big truck.:p


Since your "dog" is sitting on your shoulder, I think I can safely assume it's really a parrot of some sort, with a dogs face...:rolleyesg

With that logic in mind, it would follow, that YOU SIR, are actually a pirate, & I have the pic to prove BOTH of my crack pot theories...:smilewink

[nfpgasmask]

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/001_01_pirate.JPG


:laughing:

So I take it you side with the pirates and not the ninjas, eh Larry?

Bart

[Ldub]

:laughing:

So I take it you side with the pirates and not the ninjas, eh Larry?

Bart

I don't take sides...:smilewink

[Dumke]

Uhhhhhh...does anyone remember the topic of this thread???:rolleyesg

I know, I've jacked my share of threads,:smilewink so I probably don't have a leg to stand on...but maybe start i new thread titled "puppy love" or something? :rotate:



LOL BUSTED Larry :p ... I think you need to edit your above one to puppy love and or pirates vs ninja's :p or something along those lines

[Ldub]

LOL BUSTED Larry :p ... I think you need to edit your above one to puppy love and or pirates vs ninja's :p or something along those lines

You got me there, what can I say, I was bored, the thread was just layin' there doing nothing...:rolleyesg...:smilewink

[Triathlete]

Yep...To the top so EVERYONE can climb on board and be in Moab for 09.
40 VX's or BUST!

[CrnCnn]

Yep...To the top

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/7wfqk4x.gif

[tomdietrying]

Wow, that's a different type of bump.

I was meaning to ask you. I saw on the RSVP you're a "maybe" and your wife is a "yes". What's up?

Peace.
Tom
012009

I don't want to steal the thread ,b ut did you see UFC 88?

[CrnCnn]

Wow, that's a different type of bump.

I was meaning to ask you. I saw on the RSVP you're a "maybe" and your wife is a "yes". What's up?

Peace.
Tom
012009

I don't want to steal the thread ,b ut did you see UFC 88?

I am not sure. She is crazy. I am sure we will be there but not 100%

Yeah I saw it, I dont want to Highjack either so I will go to the MMA thread.

[CrnCnn]

Wow, that's a different type of bump.

I thought it was funny

[phines]

Is there a primary campgound for this event? I know it used to be the Portal RV Resort, but I haven't been there since ZuZoo V.

I want to make reservations early! :bgwo:
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[tomdietrying]

Glad to hear you're coming back.

Everything is unofficial now. With that said there were about 10 at the Portal and 10 at the Red Rock Motel.

Peace.
Tom
012009

[Ldub]

Man...every time this thread gets bumped up TTT, I start gettin' the Moab "itch"...:naughty:

Hope to see all the Fam & a few new faces in May! :cool:::::thumbup:::::cool:

[JoFotoz]

Sorry to hear this Dub....


I start gettin' the Moab "itch"...:naughty:


...however Ace hardware does sell ''Monkey Butt'' powder..:eek:

Maybe it would help:p



jo

[Ldub]

Sorry to hear this Dub....




...however Ace hardware does sell ''Monkey Butt'' powder..:eek:

Maybe it would help:p



jo

It's OK BROJO...it's a good kinda itch...:smilewink

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/monkeybutt.gif

[nocturnalVX]

Is there a primary campgound for this event? I know it used to be the Portal RV Resort, but I haven't been there since ZuZoo V.

I want to make reservations early! :bgwo:

Awesome! It will be cool seeing you again! :thumbup:

We will have to get in touch about the convoy. I'll meet up with you when you are in the area. Last year's convoys were a blast!

[VXIRONwoMAN]

How the heck do you fit 10 people in your VX???????? :eek:

Is there a mod for third row seating I don't know about????

Just wondering? :p

[phines]

Awesome! It will be cool seeing you again! :thumbup:

We will have to get in touch about the convoy. I'll meet up with you when you are in the area. Last year's convoys were a blast!

Sounds good Gill... That will be fun! :cool:
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[Moncha]

Paul, that would be very nice to see you. Barring any other major events, we will be there also!

[Thmstec]

How the heck do you fit 10 people in your VX???????? :eek:

Is there a mod for third row seating I don't know about????

Just wondering? :p

Funny you mention it. Forget about the 7 passenger (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/member.php?uid=91&protype=1) 3rd row mod? :p

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/thumbs/91vx-7e.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/2111)http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/thumbs/91vx-7c.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/2109)http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/515/thumbs/91vx-7a.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/2107)

[Triathlete]

For whats its worth, I'll be at Portal this year from Sunday night thru the following Sunday morning. Mountain biking on Monday...everyone is welcome to join me, VX run on Tues. and fun fun fun on the trails the rest of the week!

[VXIRONwoMAN]

Paul, that would be very nice to see you. Barring any other major events, we will be there also!


YAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY!!! I finally will get to meet the person responsible for my fairytale lifestyle. And we can both thank you in person. We missed ya twice driving through CO... Third times a charm!

[crager34]

Awww... that's too bad :(

An alternate would be to rent out where Brit and I stayed.

JR Desert Inn I think is what it was called.

It only has 10 rooms total, they're decent and inexpensive (not red rock cheap) like $50/night. It's at the end of the main drag (south) Big porch patio.

Wonder when red rock will know.

Grrr...

I was looking forwarded to lounging in some Uggs in front of the red rock.

There is a new 3 story Hampton Inn being built currently, so that should be up and ready by then.

[phines]

Paul, that would be very nice to see you. Barring any other major events, we will be there also!

Scott, that would be awesome if you could make it too! Maybe I can talk my crazy cousin (Nathan) into coming along too. hahaha
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[nfpgasmask]

I need to unsubscribe from this thread.

Bart

[Scott Harness]

I need to unsubscribe from this thread.

Bart

You're for sure your are not coming?! Japan?

[nfpgasmask]

You're for sure your are not coming?! Japan?

Japan is the plan! But even Japan doesn't happen, I will have to get divorced and then remarried on a different day to swing a 3rd year in Moab. Three anniversaries in a row ain't gonna fly!!

Bart

PS - Wednesday on Hell's Revenge with y'all was on of the best days of my 2008!! :(

[JoFotoz]

Hey Crager....Is this on the site of the old Red Rock???



There is a new 3 story Hampton Inn being built currently, so that should be up and ready by then.


jo

[Scott Harness]

PS - Wednesday on Hell's Revenge with y'all was on of the best days of my 2008!! :([/QUOTE]

Mine too!

[CrnCnn]

PS - Wednesday on Hell's Revenge with y'all was on of the best days of my 2008!! :(

Mine too!

x3

[nfpgasmask]

Hey Bart, speaking of that wonderful day of breakage... where's the video?

Sitting on my desk with the other tapes from that week waiting for some crappy weather to keep me busy while indoors this winter. :) Don't worry, in due time.

Bart

[VXGirlie01]

okay guys/gals....don't laugh at me! :p but what exactly is MOAB? i'm trying to find some threads about it! i'm VERY new to the VX and/or SUV world so bear with me! i'm coming over from the porsche world! lol!

thanks for the info! :)


oh hey! check it out! i'm a 'zoid now! what the heck is a zoid?? lol!

[kodiak]

lol! This is Moab.:cool:
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=moab+utah&search_type=&aq=f


okay guys/gals....don't laugh at me! :p but what exactly is MOAB? i'm trying to find some threads about it! i'm VERY new to the VX and/or SUV world so bear with me! i'm coming over from the porsche world! lol!

thanks for the info! :)


oh hey! check it out! i'm a 'zoid now! what the heck is a zoid?? lol!

[VXGirlie01]

lol! This is Moab.:cool:
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=moab+utah&search_type=&aq=f

thank you! :smilegray

[nocturnalVX]

okay guys/gals....don't laugh at me! :p but what exactly is MOAB?

Moab, Utah... Off-road nirvana! The place is stunningly beautiful, and there are all kinds of trails (from mild to WILD) to explore the area. Isuzu drivers from all over the country (and some from other countries), meet there every May to hang out, do some wheelin', and party. There are plenty of threads here about past events, and pictures in the gallery. You can also search on YouTube for Moab VehiCROSS videos.

Welcome to the family! See you in May?

[VXGirlie01]

^^thanks for the info! i'm checking out youtube right now! there are some amazing vx's on there! i'm floored at how they can go through those rivers! this event looks really fun! i hope my work schedule will allow me to make it in '09! hopefully i'll have an opportunity to meet a few vx'ers in my area before the event!

[pbkid]

ya, welcome to the fam...and if you wanna get to see some sweet VX's moab is the place to be....

pretty much all the group gets together and has a great time...

your learn anything you want to know about VX's there...

lots of info and lots of friendship flying around out there...

[VXGirlie01]

ya, welcome to the fam...and if you wanna get to see some sweet VX's moab is the place to be....

pretty much all the group gets together and has a great time...

your learn anything you want to know about VX's there...

lots of info and lots of friendship flying around out there...

sounds like my kind of place! these videos and pictures are amazing! i'm already getting the modification bug biting me! :bgwb: i've made some really good friends though our local car club and i look forward to meeting all of you!

[Triathlete]

Here are a few threads with pics to get you started on the right track...
Moab Zuzoo '08 (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=13499&highlight=zuzoo)
Moab Zuzoo '07 (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=11167&highlight=zuzoo)
Moab Zuzoo '06 (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=8822&highlight=zuzoo)
Moab Zuzoo '05 (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=6946&highlight=zuzoo)
Hope you can join the thrill ride!

[Triathlete]

And some videos to help motivate everyone to join in...
See you in May (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcnM04JVSJk)
And more (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=isuzu+moab&search_type=&aq=f)

[VXIRONwoMAN]

And some videos to help motivate everyone to join in...
See you in May (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcnM04JVSJk)
And more (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=isuzu+moab&search_type=&aq=f)

Great Video pick! A+!!!

[VXGirlie01]

wow! these pictures and videos have my already wanting to turn my time off request in to work! :grinb: looks like a great time! i need to get some new tires for my baby here in the near future. i want to get something that looks a bit beefy, but will still be functional for daily driving. and of course, something that can handle snow and sand!

you guys have some great vx's!

[Triathlete]

Be forewarned....Moab is addictive!:cool:

[VXGirlie01]

Be forewarned....Moab is addictive!:cool:

i can tell! videos...pics....posts...etc! i'm already addicted to this forum! :clap:

[tomdietrying]

VXGirlie,
The best tire that you described is the Nitto 285/60/18.
Peace.
Tom
012009

[4X4 UFO]

I've got 285/60/18 Nitto Terra Grapplers on mine. They have excellant traction in snow and heavy rain (you'll run out of visibility before you lose grip). On dry pavement, they grip well and aren't very noisy. Plus, when you do corner "enthusiastically" enough, they make the same sound as the tires on the Batmobile in "The Dark Knight"! (I realize that last item may only be interesting to me.... :) )

Randy

[primvx]

5 or 6 years ago i was in moab driving my 97 trooper,and me and the wife went up to the sunset restarant and the parking lot was FULL of vehicross's
thats when it started for me........now i own #1865, we will be there!!!

[kodiak]

Welcome, To the obsession! :dance: Moab is Vehicross Mecca.


5 or 6 years ago i was in moab driving my 97 trooper,and me and the wife went up to the sunset restarant and the parking lot was FULL of vehicross's
thats when it started for me........now i own #1865, we will be there!!!

[Ldub]

BUMP !just cuz...:smilewink

[Triathlete]

LDub...I think you should seek a job position in gorilla marketing (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guerrilla_marketing)! It would be right up your alley!:rotate:

However at this pace I predict record amounts of VX's in Moab for '09. Surely, no one will want to miss out on this!:thumbup:

[JoFotoz]

Isn't 2009 the 10th Anniversary of VX's being sold in the USA...


...sounds like a GREAT excuse for a HUGE party.

Not that I've ever needed excuses....:rolleyes:


jo

[AshleyG]

Where can i go to get all the info I need for Moab, I think my VX will be ready by then. Its a 19 hour drive from where I'm from, Just need to know, plac es to stay things to bring VX wise. Thanks

[Triathlete]

Ashley, seems the places to stay are 1. if you want to camp...Portal camp ground (anything from tent to class1 motor homes) 2. if you hotel it...the Red Rock Hotel.
As far as what to bring? That will be differant depending on who you ask and where you plan to stay. Search through some of the old Moab Zuzoo posts and you will find a lot of info. If you have any specific questions throw them out here and we will answer away! Hope to see you in May!:cool:

[BigSwede]

Dang, looks like I'm about 6 months too late to start thinking about Moab...


Where can i go to get all the info I need for Moab, I think my VX will be ready by then. Its a 19 hour drive from where I'm from, Just need to know, plac es to stay things to bring VX wise. Thanks
Ashley it is about 21 hours for me, but I have been there 7 times, it is THAT much fun. And I don't even have a VX. :bwgr: (Technically it is an all Isuzu event, but I think VXs were at least 80% of the crowd in 08. Not that there's anything wrong with that! :rolleyes: )

There likely will be some opportunities to convoy. There are a couple of VXs in Chicago that you could hook up with in, say, Iowa City, or Lincoln, or at least Denver if you didn't want to miss out on that beautiful Kansas countryside (Nebraska is SO much more interesting :p ). And I am usually coming down to Des Moine from Minneapolis myself. I have convoyed from there westward with some of the Chicago crowd in the past.

This, of course, assumes I still have a job and can afford the trip :( but that pretty much goes without saying for anybody.

T'would be nice if gas prices stay this low for May 09...compared to near $4/gallon this year.

[Ldub]

Dang, looks like I'm about 6 months too late to start thinking about Moab...


Ashley it is about 21 hours for me, but I have been there 7 times, it is THAT much fun. And I don't even have a VX. :bwgr: (Technically it is an all Isuzu event, but I think VXs were at least 80% of the crowd in 08. Not that there's anything wrong with that! :rolleyes: )

There likely will be some opportunities to convoy. There are a couple of VXs in Chicago that you could hook up with in, say, Iowa City, or Lincoln, or at least Denver if you didn't want to miss out on that beautiful Kansas countryside (Nebraska is SO much more interesting :p ). And I am usually coming down to Des Moine from Minneapolis myself. I have convoyed from there westward with some of the Chicago crowd in the past.

This, of course, assumes I still have a job and can afford the trip :( but that pretty much goes without saying for anybody.

T'would be nice if gas prices stay this low for May 09...compared to near $4/gallon this year.

Your Trooper is a square VX with more headroom...:razzgray:
I think your Troop, & Jims, are both considered "honorary VX's" anyway.:cool:
Swede is right on the $...It's a long haul, but MORE than worth it. Kenny comes all the way from Winnepeg...Manitoba...Canada, & it's a proven fact, that only grave illness will keep him from going...:smilewink

Here are a few threads that will "put the hook in ya"...
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=8822&highlight=Moab+Zuzoo
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=11167&highlight=Moab+Zuzoo
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=13499&highlight=Moab+Zuzoo
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=11167&highlight=Moab+Zuzoo
Use the search function using "Moab Zuzoo" for more interesting reading...:thumbup:

[tomdietrying]

Hmmmmm BigSwede,.........I always thought is was a VX event and we wanted more Isuzus to attend. lol Like Ldub said we always considered yours and Jims vehicles were honorary VXs.
Peace.
Tom
012009

[BigSwede]

Heh, yeah...not enough headroom for me in a VX unless I position the driver's seat like a recliner. Makes it hard to reach the steering wheel! :p

Sheesh, were there any other Troopers in Moab in 08 other than me and Jim? Jim Paget didn't make it...Fernando showed but sans Trooper...Eiji wasn't there...

[Ldub]

Heh, yeah...not enough headroom for me in a VX unless I position the driver's seat like a recliner. Makes it hard to reach the steering wheel! :p

Sheesh, were there any other Troopers in Moab in 08 other than me and Jim? Jim Paget didn't make it...Fernando showed but sans Trooper...Eiji wasn't there...

Fernando has a Trooper?, I've only ever seen his Amigo in Moab.
And that "funny lookin' Trooper" that (insert name I can't remember here) was driving was there...(the rental car he showed up in at the Red Rock "stoop"):smilewink

[nfpgasmask]

i can tell! videos...pics....posts...etc! i'm already addicted to this forum! :clap:

I *almost* started capturing my Moab 08 videos last night...something else go me busy, though I did create the folder structure...so it's a start. I have a really good feeling that tonight I will start going through the 6+ hours of Moab 08 footage. So I will post soon with some YouTube link hopefully.

Bart

[Scott Harness]

I *almost* started capturing my Moab 08 videos last night...something else go me busy, though I did create the folder structure...so it's a start. I have a really good feeling that tonight I will start going through the 6+ hours of Moab 08 footage. So I will post soon with some YouTube link hopefully.

Bart

Yea!!:dance:

[BigSwede]

Fernando has a Trooper?, I've only ever seen his Amigo in Moab.
And that "funny lookin' Trooper" that (insert name I can't remember here) was driving was there...(the rental car he showed up in at the Red Rock "stoop"):smilewink
Oops, I meant Gilbert, not Fernando... :o

[Ldub]

Oops, I meant Gilbert, not Fernando... :o

LoL...I meant Gilbert, not "that guy who's name I can't remember"...:smilewink

[BigSwede]

I'm going to tent again at Portal, anybody want to split a tent site? Can't beat $10.50/ea. a night. And there is plenty of room for another tent, you don't have to share mine :p though Cinder wouldn't mind :bwgy: .

[AshleyG]

My plan is to shoot straight across from where im at Kansas,Co, and I plan on camping probaly and pulling my VX down truck and trailer. Otherwise right now thats if my VX is ready its still all straight stock. Ill be looking foward to any meets all year especially any in July get bout month off from work.

[AshleyG]

Do have a quick question, so my VX is stock 16's 2457016, can I fit 2456018's without having to do anythinhg else to it?

[rowhard]

Do have a quick question, so my VX is stock 16's 2457016, can I fit 2456018's without having to do anything else to it?

that is the stock size on the 2000/2001 so you shouldn't have a problem depending on what wheel offset your using.

[nfpgasmask]

Do have a quick question, so my VX is stock 16's 2457016, can I fit 2456018's without having to do anythinhg else to it?

Wait, it sounds like you are asking if you can put 18" tires on 16" rims...if so, the answer should be no...AFAIK, the last number is the rim size, so 245 70/R16s fit 16" rims and 245 60/R18s fit 18" rims...

Bart

[AshleyG]

I planned on buying new rims and tires founds some 18's, definitly didnt mean switching tires to rims, i have 16 rims and tries want to put on 18 rims and tires, but my tire guy said i shouldnt cause you cant find many aggressive all terrian tires in an 18. Decisions, Decisions, lol.

[tomdietrying]

Nitto Terra Grapplers 285/60/18s is what the stock VX should have come with. A lot of the guys have them so you should be able to see plenty of examples.
Peace.
Tom
012009

[Triathlete]

I would look into the BFG Mud Terrain 2's. That will probably be my next tire when my MTR's wear out.:cool:

[Scott Harness]

I would look into the BFG Mud Terrain 2's. That will probably be my next tire when my MTR's wear out.:cool:

x2:cool:

[Triathlete]

5 months 4 days and counting!

[pbkid]

x2:cool:

im thinkin more along the lines of an offroad set of something knarly and then maybe some BFG all-terrains for daily driving...

[LittleBeast]

im thinkin more along the lines of an offroad set of something knarly and then maybe some BFG all-terrains for daily driving...

Yes or just get some knarly ones and wear the heck out of them and then buy another set when done and you still save money over buying 2 pairs now ;) The only knarly ones I like now are:

-Mickey Thompson Baja Claw Radial

-BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2

-Nitto Mudd Grappler

[AshleyG]

Allright guys I need some help, ive got a boot ripped on the passenger axle, whats yur thought on where to buy a new one.

[BigSwede]

Might wanna start a new thread for these general tech questions...

[tom4bren]

Ash,

I'll send you a PM with links to a couple of existing threads on the subject. You can also search on CV Boot or on MechaTech. There's also a write up on the replacement in the How2 section.

Tom

[AshleyG]

Thanks Tom!!! OKAY OKAY back to Moab, whats the average cost of a trip thier, im young money saving isnt one of my specialties yet, lol.

[Ldub]

Thanks Tom!!! OKAY OKAY back to Moab, whats the average cost of a trip thier, im young money saving isnt one of my specialties yet, lol.

I'm OLD & saving $ still isn't one of my "specialties"...:rolleyesg

Ya only live once...leave as much unsecured debt behind as possible!...:dance: j/k...:smilewink

It all depends on about a thousand variables...
tent/motel
eat out/peanut butter sammiches
price of gas/well...price of gas...:sighwgray

I can't remember the other 997 right now, but you get the idea.

[AshleyG]

Well I want to go pretty bad, so i figured I could be a hippy for a week!!! So tent, bring my own food and beer, Hope it isnt cold and thier a river to bathe in. LOL

[Ldub]

Well I want to go pretty bad, so i figured I could be a hippy for a week!!! So tent, bring my own food and beer, Hope it isnt cold and thier a river to bathe in. LOL

The Portal campground is where you wanna be...:thumbup:
If Triathlete sees this, he'll point you in the right direction, otherwise, use the search function for "portal campground"...you'll find what you're lookin' for!

[AshleyG]

Awsome!!! Thanks!!!;)

[Ldub]

Also, I don't know where Herring is, but there's usually a few Chi town VX'rs that convoy westward HO in May.

[AshleyG]

Im about 45 mins. to St.Louis, and 5 hour south of Chicago.

[AshleyG]

Hey BigSwede I would like to take yea up on the offer for sharing a site to camp, as long as yea dont mind, some wild and crazy 20 somethings, lol JK not to wild-n-crazy!!!

[CrnCnn]

A group of us shared a tent site at the Portal this year. Watch out for that crazy BigSwede, he’s a loud party animal.. ;)

And those obnoxious yappers Menace (the grey hound) and Cinder.

I enjoyed it. They have showers that are pretty clean and free which is nice. A pond for dogs and another pond for people. I only went this year and it turned out to be a bit chilly and rained so I don’t know what the tent camping would be like if its HOT.

My wife and I are on the fence. I would love to go again and so would she but money is soooo tight that we can hardly save. I might try to get a PT job to help save.

[BigSwede]

Well the Colorado River is about it...it is a desert

You can camp on BLM land for next to nothing (and no services whatsoever), but for more civilized camping I recommend Portal RV Park. They have individual and group tenting spots, restrooms, and best of all about 5 clean showers (cleaner than most campgrounds for sure). That will run you $8-10.50/day. There is also a lovely pond for my dog to cool off in.

Over the next few months we will need to figure out if a group site is in order, otherwise if two people share an individual site (plenty of room for multiple tents) it works out to $10.50 each per day. It is $8 per additional person after the first two.

This is my campsite last year, at a group site with the Reno VX crowd (they are out of the frame to the right)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202008/Picture013.jpg

[BigSwede]

Hey BigSwede I would like to take yea up on the offer for sharing a site to camp, as long as yea dont mind, some wild and crazy 20 somethings, lol JK not to wild-n-crazy!!!

Sounds fine to me...if plans (or...employment :rolleyes: ) change they only require 48 hours notice for cancellation so we could go ahead and reserve a site anytime. The price works out to about the same whether it is an individual site or group site. All of the tenting sites are all pretty close together anyway.

As far as partying, if it's anything like last year most of the party was at the Red Rock motel with Larry and crew...didn't spend a lot of time at the campground except to sleep. Might've been a campfire one night...

Portal also tends to be a bit of an organizing spot for trail runs.

How many nights you want to be out there? This is what I usually do: leave home on Saturday, overnight in Denver, hit the Rockie Mountains fresh in the morning and arrive Moab on Sunday afternoon to set up camp. The heart of the event is Wednesday - Saturday, although I think you VXers do your run on Tuesday(?). So then you have an extra day to sightsee, hike, go to Arches National Park (just down the road), shop in town, whatever. Depart the following Sunday and get home on Monday. So it is 7 nights of camping.

[BigSwede]

I only went this year and it turned out to be a bit chilly and rained so I don’t know what the tent camping would be like if its HOT.

Some years it has been pretty hot, but it always cools down nicely after the sun goes down. Generally sunset coincides with the donning of the sweatshirts.

[Triathlete]

Portal Campground (http://portalrvresort.com/)

[Triathlete]

I got pretty excited when I saw the new pics of the campground. Especially when I saw that pool! But then saw that it was only for the elite north side (owned sites). Oh well, there is still a pool in town with lap swimming!

[BigSwede]

"Yeah there's a pool...and a pond...pond would be good for you!" :bgwg:

[Todd Adams]

Linda and I will be at Pack Creek and we plan to do the VX BBQ on Tuesday night.
Todd

[pbkid]

im tryin to do the camping thing again, but whitney is really pushing for the hotel (cant imagine why)....

but there is a possibility we will have bentley with us, so i dunno if they will let us stay in the hotel with him...he's a purebred rott but hes a good dog, real easy going...

if we end up at the campground he's gonna be a "lab mix"...:)

[AshleyG]

Well as for now ive got some college classes on Sundays so for May ive got to talk to the instructor to get them moved, I work second shift so on the Friday I dont get off work till 10:30, figured id be packed and ready to go by Saturday morning. It doesnt matter I figured on definitly six or seven nights.

[AshleyG]

My map takes me to Columbia MO, over to Topeka KS, then to Denver CO so not sure how far ill make it but ive got two friends going id say saturday we could meet up with yea in Denver for sure.

[BigSwede]

but there is a possibility we will have bentley with us, so i dunno if they will let us stay in the hotel with him...he's a purebred rott but hes a good dog, real easy going...

if we end up at the campground he's gonna be a "lab mix"...:)
Sorta like Menace is a "greyhound mix" :p

Dogs love Portal because of the pond...

[Ldub]

"Yeah there's a pool...and a pond...pond would be good for you!" :bgwg:

LoL...SPAULDING !!!


im tryin to do the camping thing again, but whitney is really pushing for the hotel (cant imagine why)....

but there is a possibility we will have bentley with us, so i dunno if they will let us stay in the hotel with him...he's a purebred rott but hes a good dog, real easy going...

if we end up at the campground he's gonna be a "lab mix"...:)

Check with the RR Lodge to see if they have a size limit, Cece had her dog staying there last year.

[CrnCnn]

I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....I want to go...I want to go....I want to go....I want to go....

:_mecker:

Time review the budget

[Triathlete]

Linda and I will be at Pack Creek and we plan to do the VX BBQ on Tuesday night.
Todd

Excelent! And I can't wait to see what you pick out for the VX run trail!

[Griffin]

Is anyone gonna bring their bikes? I am, I can't go that long without riding.

[Gussie2000]

Oh guys,i'm jelause. :(

I wish i were living down south right now :o

With all you VX'ers showing your enthusiasm by meeting at moab. :cool:

Have fun all of you ! :)

[Triathlete]

Is anyone gonna bring their bikes? I am, I can't go that long without riding.

Are you bringing a road or mountain bike (you are talking the pedal type?)
I plan on getting to Moab Sunday night and will be renting a Mt. Bike from Poison Spider (http://www.poisonspiderbicycles.com/)bikes for a ride day on Monday. It might be cheaper to rent the bike there than to spend the extra $$ on gas if you carry the bike on a roof rack. It would be nice to have a few others join me. I have tons of bike fitness but not a lot of off road skills.
I will also be doing a few runs during the week and possibly hitting the local pool (http://www.moabcity.org/residents/FacilityDetail.cfm?mode=summary&id=1149436378328)for a few laps if any one is interested.:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[Griffin]

Are you bringing a road or mountain bike (you are talking the pedal type?)
I plan on getting to Moab Sunday night and will be renting a Mt. Bike from Poison Spider (http://www.poisonspiderbicycles.com/)bikes for a ride day on Monday. It might be cheaper to rent the bike there than to spend the extra $$ on gas if you carry the bike on a roof rack. It would be nice to have a few others join me. I have tons of bike fitness but not a lot of off road skills.
I will also be doing a few runs during the week and possibly hitting the local pool (http://www.moabcity.org/residents/FacilityDetail.cfm?mode=summary&id=1149436378328)for a few laps if any one is interested.:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
I will be bringing my bike because it is the new superfly single speed(ONLY 100 in my size), I race mountain. It would be cool to ride with you a bit. I could help you with those bike handling skills. :D I also got word that the World Championships may be on similar terrain in 2010 when I plan to attend.

[Triathlete]

Man, you should swing down my way...lots of elite athletes make Tucson there spring headquarters for training! Roadies, mountain bikers, runners and us swim/bike/run freaks!:bwgy:

[lasturbo]

I may be able to break free for Moab but my VX is stock with rancho 9000Xl shocks and 265/7016 tires. Can I wheel off-road where you guys go with no issues??

[Moncha]

Here's my example of bone stock suspension (Save for tires)

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/561/medium/4moncha_hells_gate_eiji.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/5482)

Depends on how bad you want to go and how you drive when you get there ;)

[lasturbo]

Nice Moncha,
Like most, I just want to have a good time and not thrash my equipment. I need to to keep her mobile cuz she is my ride back to San Diego if I am able to go!!

[Moncha]

Me too, safety is utmost importance

[Triathlete]

There are plenty of lower rated trails to check out. But just like anything else...$*&! can happen! With a good spotter we have gotten pretty much everyone through without any major problems in the past.

[Todd Adams]

Just a little info. There is a new Management Plan in Moab and there have been some changes to our trails. Seems like we loose and never get anything back. A few years ago we lost Onion Creek and now among others we have lost the ability to drive over Gemini Bridges so those that were there, savor the memory. You can still walk across but no longer drive across. I am now glad I took everyone there.
So the plan is this. VX run (as usual I won’t tell until the day of) on Tuesday May 12th with dinner at the Adams place (Pack Creek Campground) after the run and is also the meeting place in the morning. We will leave the camp at 9:00 am for the run. I am not requesting any beer this year, as way too much was provided last. This will be a pot luck dinner as last year. Larry’s pineapple bratwurst, were to die for. Linda and I will provide hamburgers and buns.
Just a reminder that the unofficial Isuzu event starts on Wednesday May 12th and goes though Saturday. I have no idea where headquarters are for the Isuzu event are but I am sure those at Portal RV will be in the know as usual.

[crager34]

I may be able to break free for Moab but my VX is stock with rancho 9000Xl shocks and 265/7016 tires. Can I wheel off-road where you guys go with no issues??


I would say that half or more of the trails here and the major obsticles on them can be avoided. Your stock VX will perform just fine on many trails, but there will be an ocassional scrape heard from time to time. Between Todd and I and others, we will highlight the trails that come easy, moderate, or hard. I have been out here for awhile now and the hardest trail I have done with my VX (no lockers, just lifted and bigger tires) has been Strike Ravine. There are some obvious trails that I just won't touch though, Pritchet Canyon, Moab Rim, and some more of course.

If anyone would like info on the trails out here in more detail, just send me a note.

[Todd Adams]

I would say that half or more of the trails here and the major obsicles on them can be avoided. Your stock VX will perform just fine on many trails, but there will be an ocassional scrape heard from time to time. Between Todd and I and others, we will highlight the trails that come easy, moderate, or hard. I have been out here for awhile now and the hardest trail I have done with my VX (no lockers, just lifted and bigger tires) has been Strike Ravine. There are some obvious trails that I just won't touch though, Pritchet Canyon, Moab Rim, and some more of course.

If anyone would like info on the trails out here in more detail, just send me a note.
What was so hard about Strike? Last time I did it was for winter convention about 3 years ago. Even with the mud snow and ice it didn’t seem too bad. Many years ago the “Big Ugly” was difficult but it much easier now.

[crager34]

What was so hard about Strike? Last time I did it was for winter convention about 3 years ago. Even with the mud snow and ice it didn’t seem too bad. Many years ago the “Big Ugly” was difficult but it much easier now.

Well.... I am just saying it was the hardest one I have done so far and the obsticles couldn't be avoided. Not sure what the trail looked like 3 years ago, but this year..... it was tough. I am usually not to worried about breaking anything, but this one (only two sections) had me thinking about it. You know how these things are Todd... they are subjective.

[Ldub]

[QUOTE=Todd Adams;142574] Larry’s pineapple bratwurst, were to die for. Linda and I will provide hamburgers and buns.
[QUOTE]


So, by that statement, may I assume it would be safe to bring more in May?...:naughty:

If John & Wayne (known meat masters) are still in business in May...;)

[iamironman]

Larry’s pineapple bratwurst, were to die for. Linda and I will provide hamburgers and buns.




So, by that statement, may I assume it would be safe to bring more in May?...:naughty:

If John & Wayne (known meat masters) are still in business in May...;)

Damn!! I wanted to mess with Ldub... now I can't because he makes food that makes ya want to commit suicide... :):)

[Ldub]

Damn!! I wanted to mess with Ldub... now I can't because he makes food that makes ya want to commit suicide... :):)

No worries...it's only mildly dangerous if you eat some...:naughty:

It's more of an addiction that kills you over time, rather than being a "sudden death"...:smilewink

[Scott Harness]

Just a little info. There is a new Management Plan in Moab and there have been some changes to our trails. Seems like we loose and never get anything back. A few years ago we lost Onion Creek and now among others we have lost the ability to drive over Gemini Bridges so those that were there, savor the memory. You can still walk across but no longer drive across. I am now glad I took everyone there.

Thanks Todd! I got to go over twice

[Ldub]

Thanks Todd! I got to go over twice

:thumbup:...X 2...:thumbup:

[tomdietrying]

I like to add a thank you to Todd too! Both drives over Gemini Bridges were awsome. Sorry to hear that we won't be able to do that again.
Peace.
Tom
012009

[Griffin]

Man, you should swing down my way...lots of elite athletes make Tucson there spring headquarters for training! Roadies, mountain bikers, runners and us swim/bike/run freaks!:bwgy:
Man, if I could ever get the chance I would love to make it down there. I could learn few things from you triathletes, you guys only know two speeds, stog and go. Not quite as much strategy just pure fitness. Lol

[pbkid]

I like to add a thank you to Todd too! Both drives over Gemini Bridges were awsome. Sorry to hear that we won't be able to do that again.
Peace.
Tom
012009

x2

[nfpgasmask]

Wow, I am really glad we went last year. The last VXes to ever cross Gemini Bridges!

Thanks again for that, Todd.

And now, I must bow out of this thread once again before I get to depressed.

Bart

[pbkid]

Nice Moncha,
Like most, I just want to have a good time and not thrash my equipment. I need to to keep her mobile cuz she is my ride back to San Diego if I am able to go!!

this is just an example of what a stock VX CAN do....

pretty much every trail we go on will have bypass that is the easier way around...

and i guarantee that your trail leader wont take you on anything you cant do...

we have AMAZING trail leaders and spotters in this group...they make sure they take care of everyone...

for example: i let my girlfriend drive my VX for about 3/4 of a run last year (thats how much i trust our trail leaders) :)

[Ldub]

I may be able to break free for Moab but my VX is stock with rancho 9000Xl shocks and 265/7016 tires. Can I wheel off-road where you guys go with no issues??

I would do some scrounging around in salvage yards to find some Trooper skid plates...my theory is: ya can't have too much protection "down there"...:smilewink
Search "skid plates" for what model years work. Also, check out Kenny's sweet rock sliders & belly pan...:thumbup:

My first zoo, I was all stock, except for the same size tires as you, & trooper skids...no problems.

[MSHardeman]

My VX was bone stock with no skid plates for my first ZuZoo (I did have 285/60 R18 Nitto's on though) and didn't really have any problems. I've been stock height for the past couple of ZuZoo's, but I did put one of the Trooper skid plates on just to make sure. I have have hit the plate once or twice, but I tend to drive like a little old lady going to church when I'm offroading. It's all about the lines you pick and just taking it easy to make sure that you don't really bang into something.

The plates are fairly easy to come by and are even easier to put on. If you are going to make it out to Moab and don't have the time to install it yourself, bring the plate on out and we'll have a little wrench time at the Red Rock the night before the first run to get you taken care of.

[nfpgasmask]

I agree with both Dubster and Markster. The first time I went to Moab I was basically stock, with 245 R70/16 BFG A/Ts. I did Elephant Hill with everyone on Tuesday with no problems. I did scrape underneath probably 3 or 4 times, but no body damage or anything. True, it would have been better for me to have some sort of underbelly protection, but seriously, like Mark said, its all about picking the right lines. Having a good spotter also helps a lot. I did not go on any of the harder runs back in 2007, but in 2008 I can back ready. I think could still use some skid plates though.

:) Bart

[BigSwede]

Who is camping at Portal? Are you going to have a group site, and what days? I will arrive Sunday before, leave Sunday after.

[pbkid]

My VX was bone stock with no skid plates for my first ZuZoo (I did have 285/60 R18 Nitto's on though) and didn't really have any problems. I've been stock height for the past couple of ZuZoo's, but I did put one of the Trooper skid plates on just to make sure. I have have hit the plate once or twice, but I tend to drive like a little old lady going to church when I'm offroading. It's all about the lines you pick and just taking it easy to make sure that you don't really bang into something.

The plates are fairly easy to come by and are even easier to put on. If you are going to make it out to Moab and don't have the time to install it yourself, bring the plate on out and we'll have a little wrench time at the Red Rock the night before the first run to get you taken care of.

my first year...i was completely stock and i didnt bang anything up too bad at all...

i even had completely bald tires and i was still ok...

[BigSwede]

Heh, yeah you don't necessarily need a lot of tread for Moab...which is why I'm going to run my worn old tires to Moab this year, rather than burning up the new ones waiting in the basement on the 2500 miles of highway driving there and back.

[tomdietrying]

Swede,
I'm staying at the Portal again this year. I'll probably get there on Monday the 11th of May and stay until Friday or Saturday.

As far as reservations, I don't think anyone has done it yet.

Peace.
Tom
012009

[lasturbo]

I would do some scrounging around in salvage yards to find some Trooper skid plates...my theory is: ya can't have too much protection "down there"...:smilewink
Search "skid plates" for what model years work. Also, check out Kenny's sweet rock sliders & belly pan...:thumbup:

My first zoo, I was all stock, except for the same size tires as you, & trooper skids...no problems.

Thanks gang for the input. I have been wheeling with Land Rovers since 1987 (as I work for the dealer) but did not want to get over my head with the VX as I am not sure of her capabilities yet and not into beatin' up my toys. Dependent on time off from work, my bro and law and I are trying to make the TREK to Moab and workin' with JoFotoz on gettin us all out there in one shot. More to come and hopin to meet and join you all!!:bwgr:

[Marlin]

Add one more to the list!!!!!!! My wife gave me the go ahead to go to MOAB this year...only one catch, she wants to go too. So we are gonna trailer the Vx, stop in dayton, OH, then KC, MO then all the way to Salt Lake City, then up to MOAB. We are gonna rough it out at Portal. I have some work to do, scour the junk yard for trooper skid plates, build my rock sliders, new rancho shocks and install my new rotors. That should just about do it. Check out the CV joints maybe, and flip the ball joints.
I can barely contain myself, actually getting a chub right now.
I figure about 1000 dollars in gas to get there and back, and another 1000 dollars for play money. Is there a fee at the park itself? Do I need to make reservations anywhere other than Portal? Do I need to sign up for the ZuZu event?
It will be me, my wife and a friend of mine originally from salt lake area. I will get there on the 10th or early 11th. See you all there!!!! I hope you guys drink beer;)

[Ldub]

Add one more to the list!!!!!!! My wife gave me the go ahead to go to MOAB this year...only one catch, she wants to go too. So we are gonna trailer the Vx, stop in dayton, OH, then KC, MO then all the way to Salt Lake City, then up to MOAB. We are gonna rough it out at Portal. I have some work to do, scour the junk yard for trooper skid plates, build my rock sliders, new rancho shocks and install my new rotors. That should just about do it. Check out the CV joints maybe, and flip the ball joints.
I can barely contain myself, actually getting a chub right now.
I figure about 1000 dollars in gas to get there and back, and another 1000 dollars for play money. Is there a fee at the park itself? Do I need to make reservations anywhere other than Portal? Do I need to sign up for the ZuZu event?
It will be me, my wife and a friend of mine originally from salt lake area. I will get there on the 10th or early 11th. See you all there!!!! I hope you guys drink beer;)


SWEET !!!..:thumbup:...:dance:...:thumbup:

Not only beer, but whatever else we can get our hands on...:naughty:

Only a couple of the trails require a nominal fee.

I'll let those with better memories than mine chime in with the rest of the details.

[nfpgasmask]

actually getting a chub right now.

Wow! Now that is HARD-CORE. :laughing:

Bart

[Marlin]

Wow! Now that is HARD-CORE. :laughing:

Bart

Maybe I can get stripes like yours before then...:smilewink

[pbkid]

the portal i something like $6 a night.... im sure tom can chime in with exact prices, as i know he stays there every year....

and todd could chime in with more info on any park fee's...

and does anyone know whether or not its a formal event this year where we need to register and all that business???

[CrnCnn]

the portal i something like $6 a night....

I dont remember what I paid at the Portal. I setup for one group site last year and it wasnt very much. Pretty sure around 12 a night for me and my wife. I had such a blast I didnt think about the costs other than having enough to get home.


and does anyone know whether or not its a formal event this year where we need to register and all that business???
I didnt think it was formal anymore because of insurance or something like that.

[Marlin]

I don't know if the convoy will be best, I am stopping at my parents house, and then my inlaws, to drop off our kids. But from KC on would be awesome, unless others want to take it slow the first few days....anyone coming from the Low country area or OH, IN, IL, MO area?

[Marlin]

Um... Sorry, I must have been typing in digital ebonics or something, I meant to say we should convoy from Salt Lake City to Moab!

Ahhhh, SLC, didn't make the connection (Bob and Tom Mr. Obvious)
I am down with the short convoy, I will coordinate when it gets closer. Thanks!! Are you crashin at Portal?

[VXIRONwoMAN]

I don't know if the convoy will be best, I am stopping at my parents house, and then my inlaws, to drop off our kids. But from KC on would be awesome, unless others want to take it slow the first few days....anyone coming from the Low country area or OH, IN, IL, MO area?

We are coming from Chicago, but we go through NE... Glad to see another VXer on the list for Moab though.

[pbkid]

there will be a convoy from colorado to moab too, if you would like to join :)

i was gonna bring bentley this year but i dont wanna deal with the hassel of a rottweiler in a campground...

[nocturnalVX]

We are coming from Chicago, but we go through NE... Glad to see another VXer on the list for Moab though.

Yup! As May gets closer, we make plans to meet up with anyone that is coming our way from the East. Heading out on the Saturday before Moab, we take I80 (rather than I70) because it saves time & gas. Drop down into Denver on Sunday, do our best to hook up with as many VXers along the way, and finish the trip into Moab on Monday with as big a convoy as possible. Great fun!

[kodiak]

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

[BigSwede]

Yup! As May gets closer, we make plans to meet up with anyone that is coming our way from the East. Heading out on the Saturday before Moab, we take I80 (rather than I70) because it saves time & gas. Drop down into Denver on Sunday, do our best to hook up with as many VXers along the way, and finish the trip into Moab on Monday with as big a convoy as possible. Great fun!
Hey Gil, if you are heading out Saturday we could probably hook up again if you want. Since I got my windshield fixed I can actually hear people on the CB now at highway speed...

[BigSwede]

Not that anybody needs extra motivation, but here is a nice pic from last year (sorry, no VX content :bwgr: )...
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202008/IMG_3334.jpg

[Marlin]

Anyone riding solo that would like a spotter, I have a 3rd wheel coming with me on the trip, and of course, riding in the backseat is not cool at all. He has mountain biked MOAB, he is from Salt Lake. He is in the navy with me. He is good people, but anyone who doesn't want to ride alone on the trails, let me know, he is willing to help out.

[MSHardeman]

Make sure to bring anyone, and everyone, that you think might want to do a little four wheelin' as there will always be room in someone's VX. Each morning when we meet up the people who need a ride will easily find one. As of now I have an empty passenger seat open, and I think I'm good people.

[tomdietrying]

Exactly what Mark said.........and oh yeah, I second that Mark is good people.
Peace.
Tom
012009

[Marlin]

Thanks guys. We have started our planning already. We are gonna leave here (Charleston) on the afternoon of the 8th, drive through to KC, MO which should be about 20 hours with the trailer. Drop off my little ones with gma and gpa, then head to salt lake area, another 18 hours or so. So we will drive into MOAB on the morning of the 11th. So we can convoy with as many others as we can.
I did hit up northern tool yesterday, scored a 5gallon jerry can with pump and mount on clearance for 40 bucks. I am stealing the spare tire converted into off road stuff idea. The full size spare will be on the roof. I also picked up a bunch of large zipties, duct tape, mighty putty (miracle stuff) , come along, 30ft tow/snatch rope, first aid kit, still gotta get a hi-lift jack. Found a guy at work that has one he is gonna sell me.
All this is my 30th birthday present, which is in July, so just a bit early:)

[Triathlete]

FYI...There is no place to use the high lift on the VX unless you get the tire attachment.

[Marlin]

Unless you have rock sliders;)

[Triathlete]

Yep! And I do!:bwgy:

[Marlin]

Whats the weather usually like, I was planning pants with the zip off legs, best of both worlds, and I imagine jackets at night?

[Triathlete]

80's/90's during the day and can be a little chilly at night. Also has rained on occasion.

[BigSwede]

It is desert, can be hot in the day and cold at night...some nights have been in the 40s though it is usually warmer...if you're camping plan accordingly.

[kodiak]

That’s all right, we'll just climb in to your spacious super trooper at night when it gets cooled.;)


It is desert, can be hot in the day and cold at night...some nights have been in the 40s though it is usually warmer...if you're camping plan accordingly.

[Ldub]

That’s all right, we'll just climb in to your spacious super trooper at night when it gets cooled.;)

Good luck on that...Cinder, no doubt, will already be there, & Steves Trooper has only slightly more room in back than a VX...:smilewink

[Marlin]

Actually, since I will bee towing the Vx with my 07 expedition, we could just park a few Vxs in the back of it, keep your miles down...and I do allow pets, thanks to Wet Okole seat covers, the hair just comes right off.:bgwb:

[BigSwede]

Steves Trooper has only slightly more room in back than a VX...:smilewink

The fetal position works good...even with the back seats removed I can't really stretch out back there...RS stands for Really Short. :grinr:

I do, however have more vertical space than a VX...

[VXIRONwoMAN]

Whats the weather usually like, I was planning pants with the zip off legs, best of both worlds, and I imagine jackets at night?

Last year it was really chilly for me. I was totally unprepared. The first day was in like the low 60's. However the year before was in the 90's. Zip-off's are a good idea. Jackets/Sweaters. Prepare for 60-90's-ish during the day... you never know...

[Marlin]

Thats good to know, I just made my reservations at Portal ;).

[johnny010]

I'd prefer not to tear up my VX. Are other Isuzu's welcome in the group? I will have a fully build Amigo that I can bring???

[MSHardeman]

It's called the 'ZuZoo because all Isuzu's are welcome. I would still suggest that you bring the VX out for some wheelin' because you will NOT tear it up. The VX only run is usually pretty mild, and even on tough trails it's all in how you drive and the line you pick (or the line your spotter picks). I baby my VX and have been out to Moab three years in a row without a scratch to show for it (guess I better knock on wood). You won't regret finding out what the VX is really capable of.

[Scott Harness]

It's called the 'ZuZoo because all Isuzu's are welcome. I would still suggest that you bring the VX out for some wheelin' because you will NOT tear it up. The VX only run is usually pretty mild, and even on tough trails it's all in how you drive and the line you pick (or the line your spotter picks). I baby my VX and have been out to Moab three years in a row without a scratch to show for it (guess I better knock on wood). You won't regret finding out what the VX is really capable of.

X2 This will be 5 years in a row for me.No scratches (knock on wood also)

[nfpgasmask]

X2 This will be 5 years in a row for me.No scratches (knock on wood also)

X3 - If you don't bring your VX and you see that huge VX line up, you will kick yourself for not being part of it. There is nothing cooler than VXes in front of you as far as the eye can see, and VXes behind you as far as the eye can see. :bgwg:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC02259.JPG

Bart

[pbkid]

so i was talking to my buddy the other day who has an older jeep and he has never wheeled before but he would like to get into it....

does anyone have a problem with him tagging along as long as we stay in the back???

[Scott Harness]

so i was talking to my buddy the other day who has an older jeep and he has never wheeled before but he would like to get into it....

does anyone have a problem with him tagging along as long as we stay in the back???

All Welcome All Welcome

[Marlin]

You guys are killin me, I can't wait to see all the Vxs, I am in site number 27 at Portal.

[tomdietrying]

Portal Camping http://www.portalrvresort.com/w/index_3.htm

If you camp at the Portal, let's stay together as a group. Today, I called to get a group site at the Portal. I got hold of a new employee who didn't know how to set up reservations. Tomorrow I should get a call confirming everything.

I'm going to reserve group tent site "C". from May 10th - May 16th for Group ZuZu. It's the best site over there. The camping is great and really lush with grass and trees. There is water on site with showers and facilities only 30 yards away. The bathrooms are always super clean and the showers are as hot as you like.

This is the part I really like. For the last four years, it was only $8 a night. Hopefully, prices haven't gone up. You will only pay for the days you stay at the Portal. Some people stay at indivdual site. I think those are $16 a night. IMO the camping is not as nice and everything else is the same except you spend twice the money.

So if you are camping, see you at the Portal in Group "C". If you are doing the motel, the Red Rock is the way to go. Either place will have a lot of VXs.

Peace.
Tom

[Marlin]

Tom,
Count me in on that, I have two tents, a big two room, and another smaller for my friend. I will write Portal and let them know I want to be in the group. I don't care about the price difference, but I did tell them I wanted to be grouped with the Zuzu folks. See ya there...I really cant wait, I have been on sea duty for over 9 yrs(Navy), this will be our first trip without kids or other family, and I am obsessed with my Vx, but you all know that already. (I think my wife is trying to come between me and my Vx, she doesn't get it, but she is a good sport and I love her for it):bgwb:

[crotchrocket]

What airport would be closest. No saying i could come but worth checking the airfairs if someone needs a co-driver :D

[CrnCnn]

Portal Camping http://www.portalrvresort.com/w/index_3.htm

I'm going to reserve group tent site "C". from May 10th - May 16th for Group ZuZu. It's the best site over there. The camping is great and really lush with grass and trees. There is water on site with showers and facilities only 30 yards away. The bathrooms are always super clean and the showers are as hot as you like.

So if you are camping, see you at the Portal in Group "C". If you are doing the motel, the Red Rock is the way to go. Either place will have a lot of VXs.

Peace.
Tom

Yeah I agree with Tom. Last year I reserved Group "D" and it wasnt bad but the "C" spot looked pretty nice. I only got a seperate one because the Dates didnt fit the Reno crews time frame and they told me that you couldnt split A, B and C anymore that I had to take the whole area. It was a mess but the place is nice the showers and bathrooms are nice.

[Todd Adams]

What airport would be closest. No saying i could come but worth checking the airfairs if someone needs a co-driver :D
Salt Lake City is the best airport to come in to. There is a regonal airport in Moab and also Grand Junction Colorado which is not too far. Salt Lake is about 250 miles from Moab.
Todd

[Todd Adams]

Yeah I agree with Tom. Last year I reserved Group "D" and it wasnt bad but the "C" spot looked pretty nice. I only got a seperate one because the Dates didnt fit the Reno crews time frame and they told me that you couldnt split A, B and C anymore that I had to take the whole area. It was a mess but the place is nice the showers and bathrooms are nice.

This is where we will be at. No cabins but tent and rv sites.
http://www.packcreekcampground.com/

[nfpgasmask]

I wish I could somehow convince my manager to give me a 3rd week of vacation. :(

Bart

[Ldub]

I wish I could somehow convince my manager to give me a 3rd week of vacation. :(

Bart

Tell em' you need a leave of absence...:naughty:

[nfpgasmask]

Tell em' you need a leave of absence...:naughty:

I did think of that actually, but that would mean I would need to make some SERIOUS financial plans to cover the loss of a weeks pay AND the expense of the trip.

Bart

[nfpgasmask]

Wait, are you talking about the job or the marriage? :p

Yeah, the anniversary date is the biggest issue....

:) Bart

[BigSwede]

Yeah, the anniversary date is the biggest issue....

:) Bart
You need to get that changed...:laughr:

[BigSwede]

I did think of that actually, but that would mean I would need to make some SERIOUS financial plans to cover the loss of a weeks pay AND the expense of the trip.

Bart
Eh, it ain't that expensive...$8/day for camping and gas to get there, that's about it...you are going to eat and drink no matter where you are. :p

[Scott Harness]

Hypnotist voice on"Baaart Baaart you will come to Moab":supercool

[Ldub]

Hypnotist voice on"Baaart Baaart you will come to Moab":supercool

HOLY COW MAN, you're good.

I just legally changed my name to "Baaart"...:smilewink

[Scott Harness]

HOLY COW MAN, you're good.

I just legally changed my name to "Baaart"...:smilewink

You hear and OBEY LOL

[MSHardeman]

Back to crotchrockets question; I'm sure that Salt Lake would be the biggest airport to get into from London, but if it is cheaper to fly into Grand Junction the CoZuvoy could pick you up on our way to Moab (we pass through Grand Junction). AND, I could use a co-pilot!

[BigSwede]

Portal Camping http://www.portalrvresort.com/w/index_3.htm

If you camp at the Portal, let's stay together as a group. Today, I called to get a group site at the Portal. I got hold of a new employee who didn't know how to set up reservations. Tomorrow I should get a call confirming everything.

I'm going to reserve group tent site "C". from May 10th - May 16th for Group ZuZu. It's the best site over there. The camping is great and really lush with grass and trees. There is water on site with showers and facilities only 30 yards away. The bathrooms are always super clean and the showers are as hot as you like.

This is the part I really like. For the last four years, it was only $8 a night. Hopefully, prices haven't gone up. You will only pay for the days you stay at the Portal. Some people stay at indivdual site. I think those are $16 a night. IMO the camping is not as nice and everything else is the same except you spend twice the money.

So if you are camping, see you at the Portal in Group "C". If you are doing the motel, the Red Rock is the way to go. Either place will have a lot of VXs.

Peace.
Tom

Hey guys, I just talked to Portal and they said you were actually checking out on the 17th, so that works perfect for me...I will join you at "C". The only thing is I need to park near my tent to run a cord from my Trooper battery to my tent to power my CPAP at night, so I may need to fight for a particular parking spot in the corner, and a tent spot near the parking. But I don't think it will be a problem.

Keith "Air Amigo" and his son may join us too, not sure yet.

It is still $8/person/night for the group site, unless you are under 12 in which case it is $0 :cool: . Individual tent site are $21 for the first two people, $8 for additional people up to 4 total.

[tomdietrying]

It's official.

I just recieved confirmation on Group "C" camping Site at the infamous Portal Campground.

Portal Camping http://www.portalrvresort.com/w/index_3.htm

We have the site reserved from May10th-May 16th. That means you could actually wake up on the the 17th and leave if you wanted to.

When you make reservation, it will be under my name, Tom Castillo or under Group ZuZu. Each person will be responsible for paying their site. Prices are what Swede said. It is still $8/person/night for the group site, unless you are under 12 in which case it is $0.

Swede, it sounds like you may be there before everyone else so your spot is safe.

See you at the Portal.

Peace.
Tom

[BigSwede]

Swede, it sounds like you may be there before everyone else so your spot is safe.
Yeah I'm not worried about the tent, it's just if I roll into camp late evening after partying at Red Rock or whatever, and there isn't a parking spot near my tent. Not trying to make a big deal about it, but consider this...if I use the CPAP, I don't snore! :bwgr:

[Ldub]

Yeah I'm not worried about the tent, it's just if I roll into camp late evening after partying at Red Rock or whatever, and there isn't a parking spot near my tent. Not trying to make a big deal about it, but consider this...if I use the CPAP, I don't snore! :bwgr:

All things considered, THAT should trump everything...:smilewink

[pbkid]

Back to crotchrockets question; I'm sure that Salt Lake would be the biggest airport to get into from London, but if it is cheaper to fly into Grand Junction the CoZuvoy could pick you up on our way to Moab (we pass through Grand Junction). AND, I could use a co-pilot!

yup, grand junction is only about 2 hours from moab and there will be quite a few VX's coming through there that could pick you up...

[Marlin]

I am in at site C, they revoked my request for a site with electricity if I am tent camping, even if I agreed to pay the same cost as a camper. I just wanted an outlet to run a fan, laptop etc...Outlet is way cheaper than batteries.
See ya'll there, I hope they have Sierra Nevada out there...hmmmmm, my favorite.

[Triathlete]

During the day you will be on the trail...no need for a fan, it cools off nice for sleeping at night. The laptop can be plugged in at the ramada. A lot of us usually hang out there in the evenings with our 'puters.

[Ldub]

I am in at site C, they revoked my request for a site with electricity if I am tent camping, even if I agreed to pay the same cost as a camper. I just wanted an outlet to run a fan, laptop etc...Outlet is way cheaper than batteries.
See ya'll there, I hope they have Sierra Nevada out there...hmmmmm, my favorite.

It's a good idea to bring your own hooch to Moab, as there is only one municipal liquid store & their prices are a bit steep IMO.
Many times, the convoy will stop at the Liquor Barn to "provision up", before crossing into Utah.
IIRC, there are only a few "full strength" beers served in bars.

[CrnCnn]

During the day you will be on the trail...no need for a fan, it cools off nice for sleeping at night. The laptop can be plugged in at the ramada. A lot of us usually hang out there in the evenings with our 'puters.

I hate to think that this year I am going to be the one at work and home going.... WHERE ARE THE PICS!!!!!.... I CANT WAIT ANYMORE!!! .... PIIIIIIICCCCSSSS!!!!!

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f180/Jimmylongwong/Gifs/210g66s.gif

Im already Bald so no worries about pulling out hair. :grinb:

[Ldub]

I hate to think that this year I am going to be the one at work and home going.... WHERE ARE THE PICS!!!!!.... I CANT WAIT ANYMORE!!! .... PIIIIIIICCCCSSSS!!!!!

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f180/Jimmylongwong/Gifs/210g66s.gif

Im already Bald so no worries about pulling out hair. :grinb:

Awww MAN...you sure? That sucks...:sighwgray

So is the Missus still coming without you as previously stated?...:smilewink

[CrnCnn]

Awww MAN...you sure? That sucks...:sighwgray

So is the Missus still coming without you as previously stated?...:smilewink

Yea, we are not gonna make this one. Its really our own fault, being apart of slavery as it was put in another thread. We could possibly scrimp and save enough but we hae so many other things to pay for.

She probly wont be there unless she has a rich boyfriend with a VX that shes not telling me about. :bgwo:

[crotchrocket]

Back to crotchrockets question; I'm sure that Salt Lake would be the biggest airport to get into from London, but if it is cheaper to fly into Grand Junction the CoZuvoy could pick you up on our way to Moab (we pass through Grand Junction). AND, I could use a co-pilot!



Thats very kind!! I'll see what i can do :D

[BigSwede]

I would think you could be picked up in Denver more easily (one less connection for you to fly there, I mean). And then you'd get to see the Rocky Mountains on the way to Moab. Guess that's up to you guys.

[pbkid]

I would think you could be picked up in Denver more easily (one less connection for you to fly there, I mean). And then you'd get to see the Rocky Mountains on the way to Moab. Guess that's up to you guys.
thats true, denver is a great place to come in because its a huge airport and bigswede is right, you could see the rockies :)...
i will have some room for luggage but probably not too much room for an extra person, im sure someone else has an extra seat but not room for luggage.....i have the basket on the roof now so i will be packing all of my stuff up there, so i will have a completely open rear end of my VX

[nocturnalVX]

Crotchrocket, we will make it work no matter what we have to do... Cece volunteered to take the roof for you. ;) Bungee her to the spare tire up top... it's totally secure. See you in Denver... hmmmmm???

[BigSwede]

Heck, you could ride with me, but I assume you'd rather ride in a VX...:rolleyes:

[Ldub]

Heck, you could ride with me, but I assume you'd rather ride in a VX...:rolleyes:

LOL...diggin' the new sig Swede...:thumbup:

[Marlin]

I will have someone with me that needs a ride too, he won't be picky whether its a Vx or not, just so long as he gets to go;)
I added my name to the list at site C at Portal, we will have two tents with us and two vehicles.

[Marlin]

Something we do here pretty much every fri or sat night is have a bonfire. Would it be worth while to bring wood from missouri when I stop there during my trip. My Father-in-law has a couple hundred acres out there so it would be free, not seasoned, but for a bonfire, who cares. Is wood gonna be that expensive out in the middle of BFE? I could probably fit quite a bit on the trailer around the Vx. It would look like it was getting ready to get burned at the stake..a PUV witch so to speak. Would be a cool theme for a monster truck, put vinyl flames coming off the bottom, good photo op, anyway, would there be enough people interested at Portal? I am not a big fan of going somewhere else to drink, in my line of work, you get a DUI, your career is over (military). For some reason, I doubt a cab is cost effective in Moab;)

[pbkid]

ya i dont think they have cabs in moab....darren do you know??

in tradition most of the drinking goes on at the red rock because those guys tend to get a better nights rest than us :) (also we start trails at 7-8am)

i dunno if the portal has a spot where a bonfire would be possible... most of it is grass and little roads...maybe bigswede can chime in on that, he's more familiar with the portal than me....

ps- im starting to get all excited for moab now...cant wait to see the fam and try out some new gear (hopefully ill have it by then)

[tomdietrying]

nfntruth79,
That a good idea. The Portal has fire pits arounds. It would be nice to have a little gathering at night. Bring it if you have the space.
Peace.
Tom

[BigSwede]

nfntruth79,
That a good idea. The Portal has fire pits arounds. It would be nice to have a little gathering at night. Bring it if you have the space.

+1
That'd be a lot better than buying it at the grocery store...

[JoFotoz]

Crager lives in Moab...maybe he could start a firewood stash?

jo

[Triathlete]

It would look like it was getting ready to get burned at the stake..a PUV witch so to speak. Would be a cool theme for a monster truck, put vinyl flames coming off the bottom, good photo op, anyway

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/VX%20flames/P1010079.jpg:bwgy: :bwgr: :bgwp: :bgwo:

[Marlin]

Very nice, the heretic PUV getting what it deserves, apparently, dunking in the river didn't work. (very clever...:rolleyes:)
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/501/medium/98dsc00780.jpg

[Ascinder]

The Portal sells firewood bundles at the shop near the entrance as well. I think last year they were around $7.00 for a modest bundle(maybe an 18" cube?). I think there were other places to buy wood in Moab as well, but don't quote me on that.

[BigSwede]

I am in at site C, they revoked my request for a site with electricity if I am tent camping, even if I agreed to pay the same cost as a camper. I just wanted an outlet to run a fan, laptop etc...Outlet is way cheaper than batteries.
There are outlets in the pavilion, right next to the group camping area...guessing they'd frown on running a cord to your tent, but in the evenings you can run your laptop there. Others have done it...

[Triathlete]

98 days and counting!!!!

[tom4bren]

nfntruth79

You can pick up a power inverter real cheap nowadays. I'd send you one of mine but you could buy one for about the same price as shipping.

Tom

[Marlin]

I have inverters in both my trucks, and a battery buddy in the expy to prevent dead batteries. I can't run a fan all night in the tent off the truck, I am trying to find a solar powered fan, that way it charges during the day and can run at night. Its the noise I want, not the airflow. I have some nice battery operated fans, but batteries are expensive. Rechargeable D batteries?