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nocturnalVX

05/14/2011, 07:44 AM

The VX is still not 100%...
Electrical gremlins are causing minor troubles. The key fobs don't work and the dome light keeps going on randomly (we had to pull the bulb to keep from going insane). St. Charles put new door switches in, but that did not fix it.

Also, the fuse for the dash lights and tail lights keeps blowing... gotta have a shop (or the guys at the stoop) look into what is causing this.

Other than that, the trip has been great. Halfway to St. Louis, we had a dual-trailer big rig flashing his lights at us so we pulled over to see what the problem was. Turned out to be a cousin of mine that couldn't believe the Nocturnal VX was blowing by him in the middle of the night on a run he has done daily for over two decades! Seeing Merlin was fun, and everyone at St. Charles Automotive was great. Even though all the issues with the VX were not resolved, they did a lot in one day.

See y'all soon!

Ldub

05/14/2011, 08:31 PM

Triathlete

05/14/2011, 09:30 PM

Arrived in Moab at about 6:30. Camp is set up under a big shady tree. Talked a bit with gizmo, jo, jack and erwin. Now its time to get some sleep...got some wheeling to do in the A.M.!

nocturnalVX

05/14/2011, 10:00 PM

Sorrry 2 hear about the let down Bro...:(

Mebbe drunk'r heads will prevail & we'll stumble upon the grem by acci.

We 3 are in Craig Colo for the night...eve'tang still in 1 peice...:_wrench:.:thumbup:

Hope I dinnuh yust jinx meself...http://media.photobucket.com/image/scottish%20smiley/BJ_BOBBI_JO9/Dance%20and%20music%20related/kilt.gif?o=2

No worries... it is just not right that NocturnalVX can only drive til dusk now. Gotta get it fixed!

tomdietrying

05/15/2011, 07:05 PM

Hey guys! Sorry I couldn't be there for the festivities. Have one for me on the stoop.
Peace.
Tom

Kenny

05/15/2011, 09:57 PM

I second that! You guys stay safe.
Wishing I was there.:(

Hey guys! Sorry I couldn't be there for the festivities. Have one for me on the stoop.
Peace.
Tom

nocturnalVX

05/15/2011, 10:40 PM

Tom, Kenny, Bossman, and all others that can not be with us... we miss each and every one of you. Trust me... we will have one (or two) for you at the stoop. Big Swede, Gizmo, Cece & I, Lisa & Greg,, Kat, and who knows whom else are taking a scenic trip to the La Salle mountains ... should be fun. Pics will be posted...

crotchrocket

05/16/2011, 04:26 AM

Cant wait to see the pics!!!

Triathlete

05/16/2011, 05:19 AM

Yesterday the earlybird group took a little jaunt through the Dome Plateau trail. Nothimg too adventurous but a fun trip. Only damage came early on...to my lip! The wind blew my door shut as I was exiting the VX and the corner put a nice gash in just below my lip...ouch. Unfortunately, we couldn't find the turn off on the trail to get to Again and Again Hill so we stuck to the main trail. Now it is time to figure out what todays adventure will be.

MSHardeman

05/16/2011, 10:23 AM

Pulled in at 2am.....where was everyone?:p The Stoop is lookin' good; it was like coming home. Ice Cream Social tonight so look for some Stoop-id pictures soon.

Triathlete

05/16/2011, 01:20 PM

Todays trail "attempt" was short lived and there was carnage! A group of 7 vehicles set out to conquer Cliff Hanger. We made it as far as the entrance obstacle with 5 vehicles at the bottom Mikes Trooper hit hard going down and blew a radiator hose. In an attempt to get him back up the obstacle Jack (PBKid) attempted to take a different line up to strap Mike...PB came down HARD on a rock smashing his shiney new skidplate skyward into his radiator and crushing/relocating it. Now we had 2 vehicles stuck in the middle of the obstacle. With a bit winch work we got Craig to the the top in his Trooper. We were then able to assist Mike and Jack up. We then got everyone else to the top and our day was done. I towed Jack back to the Red Rock, we got his old radiator out, new radiator will be here in the morning. Mike got his new hose in. New day tomorrow.

My pics will have to wait until I get home...no plave at Pack Creek to power my 'puter...sorry guys!

vt_maverick

05/16/2011, 01:22 PM

Holy cow, you guys better find a shop to buy some rabbit feet or something! :eek:

Gizmo42

05/16/2011, 03:41 PM

Wow! Glad I went on the La Sal run today. No carnage on our run but it was also short lived. Got turned back by a felled tree and large snow feild. I have an axe so we cleared the tree for others but weren't going to make it through the snow. We tried the bypass route but the water was flowing too high for stream crossing.

Here are a few pics. All my pics can be seen at http://s30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/

The Taj-MaTent
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0266.jpg

Inside
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_TahXQ2WiF0s/STGKKOXJMyI/AAAAAAAAIDM/BA5yNxkMUtw/s400/Taj+Mahal+Mumbai+12.JPG

J/K

Inside
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0268.jpg

Yes, a double high queen size air mattress. I camp in style LOL.

On the way to the over look for lunch on Dome Plateau

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Great view for lunch

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0280.jpg

Some old mining cabins and posing at the mine

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The Stoop

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Dub brought toys

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0308.jpg

On the way up La Sal pass

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Big Swede impersonating a lumberjack

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0333.jpg

Snow!

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0332.jpg

More later

vt_maverick

05/16/2011, 06:09 PM

I take it the park is colder this year than last? Or were you just at a much higher elevation?

Bob Barker

05/16/2011, 07:14 PM

Damn I'm jealous! Really wish I had made this, looks like a lot of fun!

and that pic of where you guys had lunch was awesome!

Anita

05/16/2011, 08:17 PM

I really wish I could be there wit you all!! Everyone, do me a fav and toast one drink to my completing this damn thesis. Im getting dizzy with the ^%#(&(# thing and can use all the good vibes I can get.

Miss you guys!!!! VEGAS!!:yesb::yesb::yesb:

Gizmo42

05/16/2011, 08:57 PM

I take it the park is colder this year than last? Or were you just at a much higher elevation?

we were up around 9000 ft. but that spot is an avalanche slide area

djvx

05/17/2011, 07:23 PM

Awesome! :_snowplow:drama::driver::tweed::_beer:
We want more! More carnage! :bgwo:

Gizmo42

05/17/2011, 10:10 PM

I think the only carnage today was a cv boot on Joe Fotoz's vx.. It was quickly repaired at the stoop. Never a lack of tools, parts, knowledge, or helping hands.

Bob Barker

05/17/2011, 10:53 PM

How quickly?

I want to compare myself to a group of VX'ers!

Dumke

05/17/2011, 11:20 PM

Need more pics asap lol... Very sad I couldnt make it this year hope you all are tearing it up :) .

A few comments about the pictures. Lisa love the ima sneak in the ll.l symbol (err gang sign).

Oh guns sweet. and then you have Big Swede choppin the lumber. Um Lisa why is your finger by your nose? You scratching it?

Who brought the Vacuum? lol

Triathlete

05/18/2011, 09:29 PM

Yesterday Todd led a group of 25 vehicles (19 VX's) for the VX run on 7 mile rim. Very scenic trail with a few places to play and a few high speed area's where I may have gotten a little air time ;) No carnage to be had...though a few of us tried!
Today the almighty Zeus led a small group of us through Hells Revenge in the rain...slick rock can be quite slick when wet. Was quite the fun time. Tip over challenge is like ice when wet. I smoked the tires trying to get even the slightest amount of traction but it just wasn't happening...but it was quite entertaining. Afterwards a few of us went over and made quick work out of Baby Lions Back.
One more day for me :(

Triathlete

05/18/2011, 09:31 PM

But Rob, you are here...love the glasses by the way. You get'em at an Elton John yard sale?

Dumke

05/19/2011, 07:57 AM

But Rob, you are here...love the glasses by the way. You get'em at an Elton John yard sale?

I know :) . And actually those are my prescription glasses.

VXorado

05/19/2011, 09:41 AM

More Pictures!!!!!! I know you guys have internet at the stoop...

I was hoping to get out to Moab today/tomorrow but its not happening with the move to Denver in two days. I'm so depressed that i'm missing out on all the fun :sigho:

rowhard

05/19/2011, 06:52 PM

So I know when you take a trip, you always forget something, but did ALL OF YOU forget your camera's:dan_ban::dan_ban::dan_ban:

Triathlete

05/19/2011, 07:15 PM

My camera has a ton of pictures on it....BUT, with no where in the campground to electrify the dead battery on my laptop...no piccies!
Jack led a group of us through Steel Bender...lots of action, no carnage. Nome sweet climbs were made and some of us gave it hell but were denied!
I leave for home tomorrow morning. Might get pics up in the evening if I feel up to it.

off_road_4_me

05/20/2011, 12:19 PM

off_road_4_me

05/20/2011, 12:31 PM

Here's my pictures from Steel Bender, if anyone has any of the little amigo that could....
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off_road_4_me

05/20/2011, 12:32 PM

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vt_maverick

05/20/2011, 12:54 PM

Thanks for the pics!!! Who's that in the Foxfire with the "WOOHUU" plate? Can't remember seeing that one around before...

VXR

05/20/2011, 04:13 PM

Thanks for the pics!!! Who's that in the Foxfire with the "WOOHUU" plate? Can't remember seeing that one around before...

and is he not lifted on steel bender;eekb;

crager34

05/20/2011, 05:45 PM

Actually looks like there are some Isuzu's there this year!! Very nice.

VX KAT

05/20/2011, 05:51 PM

I'm home! A-W-E-S-O-M-E TIME!
Downloading 1064 piccies on photobucket.....waiting....still waiting..............got about another 90 mins......better grab a Snickers bar......:slap:

VX KAT

05/20/2011, 05:54 PM

Thanks for the pics!!! Who's that in the Foxfire with the "WOOHUU" plate? Can't remember seeing that one around before...

Been a member here for 5 yrs, but I've never seen him either.
http://vehicross.info/forums/member.php?u=2289
Name was Don. Nice ride!

VX KAT

05/20/2011, 05:56 PM

Actually looks like there are some Isuzu's there this year!! Very nice.
Way more Zus... think there were about 6 or 7 Troopers (counting Jim & Swede), 2 Amigos, 2 Rodeos

VX KAT

05/20/2011, 08:51 PM

OK, here's a gazillion pics....had to take all pics myself this year as my camera assistant was not in attendance....., so many are taken through the windshield, blindly sticking the camera out the window, and many are taken of the truck in front or back of me while on the trail. These are the three trails I was on:

The first trail pics are from La Sal Mountain, has lots of trees, very rocky trails and lots of snow in the upper elevation. There was a felled tree blocking out path, so several guys played lumberjack and chopped it and dragged it out of the way, only to find snow that was too deep to continue in.

The 2nd trail is Seven Mile Rim....very classic orange desert with huge monoliths. Just amazing views.

The 3rd trail is when I was a rider with Travis (tjh) on Poison Spider in his Dragon....it has extreme orange rock ledges and walls to climb/descend, many larger rock obstacles and with a good deal of rain to really make the slick rock slicker! Travis was like Spiderman again this year, just awesome! He made short work of all the obstacles, went up, down, through. He really knows how to work the gearing and the e-brake to maximize traction. It was awesome to see!

Poison Spider also has some sand dunes so everybody had a great time blasting around that dune and getting the sand to fly!

Lots and lots of good fun was had on "the stoop". Terrific group again this year and we all had a great time. We had a pretty big group from the this forum including.....me, LDub, VX Crazy, Orion, Jay Dunford, Big Jim, Craig, tjh, MSHardeman, Zu4Two, SpaceCADETzoom, JoFotoz, Scott Harness, pbkid, NocturnalVX, VXIronWoman, mhill, Kodiak, Gizmo42, Triathlete, Todd & Linda Adams, Big Swede, MeowMix, WooHuu, Jack's Dad Brad, his sister Diane and girlfriend Whitney, Kodiak's sister, TLMP, Big G, Little G, several Trooper, Amigo and Rodeo owners I can't recall names. I'm sure I forgot somebody, so please add to this list.

It rained on and off for a few days but we still had a great time. This group has some really colorful characters and really kept the fun going......For some reason Lisa wanted to put my little purple VX in her mouth....:goof:.....and Jo says it's going in the calendar for next year! :_thinking

It's really an amazing experience and I highly recommend you try to attend at last once, even if just as a rider, it's well worth it and truly a great life experience. And the majestic physical beauty of the area is beyond description!

Crotchrocket we saved a sticker for you...forget who has it, but I'm sure you'll get it.

So plan on at least 15 mins to scroll through these pics.....particularly the ones of Seven Mile Rim and Poison Spider!
Sit back and Enjoy!

http://s1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/

I've added many names to the pics.

VX KAT

05/20/2011, 09:01 PM

And lastly.....
Everybody on the stoop says Hi, and glad to hear yer on the mend Rick! (aka RickOKC):thumbup:
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC_7747.JPG

Triathlete

05/20/2011, 10:04 PM

off_road_4_me

05/20/2011, 10:14 PM

Made it home in 1 piece (both me and the VX). Had a shadow for part of my trip home! Photo's are slooowwwwlllllyyyyyyyyyyy downloading to photobucket. Will get them up as soon as possible. Got a busy weekend...daughter gratuates from college tomorrow, race on Sunday!

I was behind you for a majority of steel bender, learned alot about picking lines just by watching you.
(random part over)

Triathlete

05/20/2011, 10:18 PM

Glad to have been of service:bwgy: but I don't usually suggest the lines I take;ooy;:laughy:

VX KAT

05/20/2011, 10:19 PM

Glad to have been of service:bwgy: but I don't usually suggest the lines I take;ooy;:laughy:
:laugho: that's just what I was thinkin'!

kodiak

05/21/2011, 09:13 AM

Awesome pix Sue! I'm going through postmoab depression. :(

VX KAT

05/21/2011, 09:24 AM

Awesome pix Sue! I'm going through postmoab depression. :(
Thank Richard!...but hey you can't be too depressed yet, didn't you have a great date last night?

kodiak

05/21/2011, 09:32 AM

Thank Richard!...but hey you can't be too depressed yet, didn't you have a great date last night?

I did ;)

kodiak

05/21/2011, 09:37 AM

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vt_maverick

05/21/2011, 11:14 AM

Been a member here for 5 yrs, but I've never seen him either.
http://vehicross.info/forums/member.php?u=2289
Name was Don. Nice ride!

He's one of the guys that never returned my PM asking for his VIN last four...

VX KAT

05/21/2011, 11:39 AM

He's one of the guys that never returned my PM asking for his VIN last four...
when I posted that above, I noticed he hadn't logged on here since 2007.....:confused:
I got his business card, I'll PM you the info, maybe you can contact him thru that.

VX KAT

05/21/2011, 12:16 PM

Here's a few of my favs from Seven Mile Rim:

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7259.jpg

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VX KAT

05/21/2011, 12:38 PM

Some of my favs from Poison Spider:

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http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7851.jpg

JAY HANGS ON TO JO'S PASSENGER SIDE SO HE DOESN'T TIP!
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:freek::freek:THAT'S REALLY CLOSE TRAVIS!!!!
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VX KAT

05/21/2011, 12:43 PM

More favs from Poison Spider, toward end of trail:

Travis climbing down a wall:
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7921.jpg

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7923.jpg

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Y33TREKker

05/21/2011, 02:17 PM

Great pics! Makes living the trip vicariously till such a time that I can make it myself sooooo much easier. :yeso:

VX crazy

05/21/2011, 05:27 PM

We made it home, I am sick as a dog, must have been that dirty purple thing I put in my mouth! I am uploading about 1/2 as many photos as Sue, to shutterfly....it will take a bit before I can post the link! Off to relax with a lychee martini!

ZEUS

05/22/2011, 01:26 AM

Made it home. Only carnage for the week was a shredded tire on the trailer! Pics and vids comin...

Dumke

05/22/2011, 08:36 AM

Awesome pics cant wait to see more.

VX crazy

05/22/2011, 11:28 AM

Here ya go......super sad day, missing everyone!

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8Acs27Zm1cs2dB

Dumke

05/22/2011, 12:26 PM

Here ya go......super sad day, missing everyone!

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8Acs27Zm1cs2dB

HAHA Lisa your awesome...All of you. The pics are great :D

RickOKC

05/22/2011, 03:14 PM

And lastly.....
Everybody on the stoop says Hi, and glad to hear yer on the mend Rick! (aka RickOKC):thumbup:

THANK YOU x 1,000! I'd been working like a dog trying to get caught up at work hoping I could make the trip. But... I still had a mountain of work and then got all clot-ified. :rolleyesg :_crying:

Maybe next year. :_shrug:

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 05:30 PM

Alrightee! After a very busy weekend I finally get to post some pics.
A few faves...

The road north
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20there/DSC_0004.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20there/DSC_0007.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20there/DSC_0009.jpg

Dome Plateau
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Dome%20Plateau/DSC_0031.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Dome%20Plateau/DSC_0048.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Dome%20Plateau/DSC_0069.jpg

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 05:37 PM

Cliffhanger
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Cliffhanger/DSC_0125.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Cliffhanger/DSC_0139.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Cliffhanger/DSC_0119.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Cliffhanger/DSC_0114.jpg

7 Mile Rim
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-7%20Mile%20Rim/DSC_0297.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-7%20Mile%20Rim/DSC_0294.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-7%20Mile%20Rim/DSC_0251.jpg

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 05:47 PM

More 7 Mile Rim
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-7%20Mile%20Rim/DSC_0231.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-7%20Mile%20Rim/DSC_0235.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-7%20Mile%20Rim/DSC_0212.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-7%20Mile%20Rim/DSC_0185.jpg

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 05:56 PM

Hells Revenge
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Hells%20Revenge%20and%20Baby%20Lions%20Back/DSC_0364.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Hells%20Revenge%20and%20Baby%20Lions%20Back/DSC_0352.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Hells%20Revenge%20and%20Baby%20Lions%20Back/DSC_0349.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Hells%20Revenge%20and%20Baby%20Lions%20Back/DSC_0345.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Hells%20Revenge%20and%20Baby%20Lions%20Back/DSC_0318.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Hells%20Revenge%20and%20Baby%20Lions%20Back/DSC_0310.jpg

Baby Lions Back
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Hells%20Revenge%20and%20Baby%20Lions%20Back/DSC_0368.jpg

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 06:01 PM

Steelbender
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Steelbender/DSC_0388.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Steelbender/DSC_0457.jpg

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http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Steelbender/DSC_0408.jpg

Gizmo42

05/22/2011, 06:07 PM

Back home again and tired. I caught up with Dub, Pat, and Jim just outside of Delta (by Grand Junction) so we all stopped for Wendys and fuel.

I uploaded some more pics to photobucket a few days ago but haven't posted them yet. I'll get all mine uploaded and some posts sometime this week.

Billy, another great shot of the Rodeo, LOVE IT!

Poked around under the rodeo when I got home looking for the source of the annoying new rattle. Didnt find it but found out I've had a fuel line leak for a while. Think the clamp just wasnt tight enough. Now I know why I could smell fuel sometimes after stopping. Thought it was my gas cans venting.

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 06:18 PM

More Steelbender
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Steelbender/DSC_0395.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-Steelbender/DSC_0379.jpg

The trip home
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20home/DSC_0479.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20home/DSC_0483.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20home/DSC_0487.jpg

VX kicks on Route 66
http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20home/DSC_0488.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo150/Triathlete/2011%20Moab-trip%20home/DSC_0493.jpg

And here are all of my pics... (http://triguywithavx.wordpress.com/2011/05/22/zuzoo-rocks-moab/)

VX KAT

05/22/2011, 06:26 PM

Had a shadow for part of my trip home!

Hey Billy, thought you might have gotten a pic of me being your shadow for a while.....
I came upon Billy on 191 South as I was heading home, so I followed him for about 85 miles or so....a mini-mini caravan...:thumbup:

Great pics! Steel Bender! :freek::freek: you guys are crazy!....crazy good that is!

VX crazy

05/22/2011, 08:21 PM

AGAIN, I just wanted to say how much I miss everyone, post moab blues are here.......AND Greg went home :( BUT next year we must get a group together that wants to skydive, THAT would be a gorgeous drop! I know Greg and I and Gil and Cece, and Jay, and Robert would want to do it as well, maybe do that on monday????

Gizmo42

05/22/2011, 08:48 PM

If at first you dont succeed, skydiving is not for you.

I saw some of them landing today on the way out of town.

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 08:56 PM

I don't jump from a perfectly good plane!:noy:

nocturnalVX

05/22/2011, 09:38 PM

We are home safe, and are really missing everyone. Had a great time even though the weather wasn't so great. Just wanted to say that it is always a pleasure being with all y'all. We really need to get that VX commune going... We are in the process of uploading all the photos and videos, and will post links shortly. Can't wait for next year, but I hope to see some of you before then.

I know a lot of the forum members look forward to all the pics and stories (carnage and all), but please don't hope for mishaps. When we got back from the trail on Friday, Mike's VX was one of 3 Isuzus that needed major work. There was some minor carnage to others during the week, and Jack had a major whack to his front end and needed to replace his radiator. We go out of our way to have fun without ruining our rides, but sometimes accidents happen. Please don't send negative mojo our way. Thank you.

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 09:46 PM

What happened to Mikes VX? :confused:

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 09:59 PM

Pics thread on the Planet... (http://forum.planetisuzoo.com/viewtopic.php?t=52200)

VXIRONwoMAN

05/22/2011, 10:01 PM

Mike busted up what we think could be his transfer case trying a ledge on Gold Bar Rim using TOD instead of 4 Low. I tried the same obstacle a few times and promptly gave up. While on the incline, he put it into 4 Low, which may be what resulted in him not being able to move at all, until the front and rear drive shafts were disconnected. Gill towed him into town.

Triathlete

05/22/2011, 10:07 PM

kodiak

05/23/2011, 06:29 AM

Hells Revenge run May 18th 2011 :yeso:
(http://www.facebook.com/v/213157362039138)

Triathlete

05/23/2011, 07:47 AM

Cool vid! Can't wait to see the rest. You can really hear my drive shaft crackling in the video!;eeko;

spaceCADETzoom

05/23/2011, 07:47 AM

What happened to Mikes VX? :confused:

Oh, man, you left right before all the bad juju. A way home all worked out for everyone in the end, but yeesh.

MOAB 2011 pictures (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/) They're chronological, but I think I'm missing Dome Plateau (sunday). Starts off with Top of The World (Monday, after the aborted Cliff Hanger), Seven Mile Rim (Tuesday), Hell's Revenge (Wednesday), Arches hiking and Tower Arch/Klondike Bluffs (Thursday), Canyonlands/north up Lockhart Basin (don't think we quite made it to Hurrah Pass) (Friday), Kane Creek Canyon (Saturday).

Sorry a lot of silver VX shots...:) Or white first gen Trooper--it was just Mike (and Rachel) and me that set out on a couple of those trails. And even the group ones, it's hard to take pictures of anyone but the trucks immediately in front, or maybe behind you.

Here are some of them:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0036.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0031.jpg
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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0090.jpg

spaceCADETzoom

05/23/2011, 07:54 AM

S'more:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0131.jpg
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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0164.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0175.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0198.jpg
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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0508.jpg
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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0525.jpg

...there are too many to post. Just look through the thumbs: http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/?start=all

Triathlete

05/23/2011, 08:17 AM

S'more:

MMMmmmm! Smores!:bwgy:

Nice pics Erwin!:yesy:

Gizmo42

05/23/2011, 08:28 AM

Way too much carnage this year.

Broken radiator hose (Mike in the trooper)
Smashed radiator (Jack)
CV boot (Joe)
Broken front diff (Joe and Mike in the trooper)
Broken t-case (Mike in the VX)
Punctured sidewall (Jim)
Broken cv's or hubs (Jim)
2 bad heads (Dave in the trooper)
Clutch slave cylinder (Fernando)
Burnt clutch (Joe in the 1st gen rodeo)

I think thats it.

:freek: :freek: :freek:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0031.jpg

wow you got close to the edge. No way I would pull up that far. I stop with my tires in the little divots.

Triathlete

05/23/2011, 08:28 AM

Erwin, what was the name of this formation? John Holmes rock?:bwgy::bwgy:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0244.jpg

nfpgasmask

05/23/2011, 09:11 AM

AWESOME PICS! KEEP 'EM COMIN'! I'm so jealous I missed yet another year of Moab. :( That's 3 years in a row I have not made it to. Next year, just gotta stay focused.

Bart

PS - Very cool to see several Troopers in that mix!!!

VXjunky

05/23/2011, 09:17 AM

were the two amigos ever photographed together as a pair?

tjh

05/23/2011, 09:20 AM

Yay! I made it home in about 24 hours. sleep must sleep.

Dear shrubbery , The smashing was not intentional. Please forgive me, and never forget me.

off_road_4_me

05/23/2011, 11:00 AM

were the two amigos ever photographed together as a pair?

I tried but it was too dark...

nocturnalVX

05/23/2011, 11:07 AM

Wow, that sucks. He must have been crushed...his VX is very nice and he just spent a lot of time and $$$$ getting it that way. Was he able to get it fixed and get home? This was his first real wheeling trip...hope it doesn't leave a bad impression for him and he is back in the saddle soon.

Yeah, that really sucked... However, we towed him to the stoop (nobody gets left behind) and he made arrangements for his brother to come to Moab with a trailer to get him home. We have a great group of people, and the convoy back to town with everyone's hazard lights blinking was a proud moment. I for one am going to be passing on a lot of the optional stuff from now on. Even the regular trails are getting harder, and I may be sticking to the slickrock and scenic trails... just going to Moab is great enough. Hanging out with everybody at the stoop & in town is a great time.

Tried uploading a few vids... failed.

VX crazy

05/23/2011, 11:14 AM

Yeah, that really sucked... However, we towed him to the stoop (nobody gets left behind) and he made arrangements for his brother to come to Moab with a trailer to get him home. We have a great group of people, and the convoy back to town with everyone's hazard lights blinking was a proud moment. I for one am going to be passing on a lot of the optional stuff from now on. Even the regular trails are getting harder, and I may be sticking to the slickrock and scenic trails... just going to Moab is great enough. Hanging out with everybody at the stoop & in town is a great time.

Tried uploading a few vids... failed.

I ditto that Gil, I dont want to tear mine up.......to me its more of a family reunion now!

Triathlete

05/23/2011, 12:21 PM

Well, when it comes to breakage I think it comes down to sometimes #2 happens. As you know, I pretty much beat mine within its limits and have yet to break anything. If you pick a smart line, stay off the skinny pedal (except when needed) and know the limitations of your vehicles set up everything will go okay. If anything does break then there were probably some underlying circumstances.
Don't want to scare everyone away from experiencing the wonders of the best trails anywhere....besides, I think you would tire of running F'n'T and Hells Revenge over and over again.:yesy::bwgy: A nd both of those are rated just as hard as anything else we run out there, meaning they offer just as much potentiel for #2 to happen as any of the others.

nfpgasmask

05/23/2011, 02:06 PM

I'm definitely going easy on my VX from here on out as well. Moab is great fun, but there is always the potential to thrash something. If everything falls into place, my VX is going to be looking brand new in the next few months, and I plan to keep it that way!!

Now that I have seen the carnage list, I want details!! How did Mike break his xfer case?

Bart

hughesdt

05/23/2011, 02:19 PM

Hey everyone,

Wish I could have made it up sooner, darn work always getting in the way of fun. Plus I had a fuel leak I couldn't find after a week. So Friday night I got serious finally found it behind the engine high pressure side, disassemble the EGR stuff and got it fixed. Was thinking that all that was replaced when I rebuilt the motor so it couldn't be there, wrong again.

Anyway, had an incredible time! Met some terrific people at the Stoop. Got some great advice on what trails to take and which to stay away from, BIG thanks to Gill, Cece and Bob. Stock VX besides the supercharger, like the sports car handling what else can I say. Got the Wells trail book and that was a great help. Saturday morning went on Hell's revenge and thinking why is this rated difficult ? till I got to the last mile of 6.5. But made it through and went on another moderate, "service road" trail that had a lot of great scenery. Did more playing on Sunday, don't remember where we ended up but had a great time and didn't do any damage besides a little paint from the skid plates..

Just wanted to thank all the people that helped get us off to a great start. Highly recommend it to everyone to go at least once, you can't go just once you will be back I know I will. Hopefully I can get there earlier and join the crowd next year.

Dan

JoFotoz

05/23/2011, 04:00 PM

......safe , but in two wheel drive mode :(

Poor girl got the wrong end of my lead foot!!

Another AMAZING gathering in Moab...is it next year yet?

Photos etc to follow...gotta catch up on real life first!

jo

Gizmo42

05/23/2011, 04:49 PM

Now that I have seen the carnage list, I want details!! How did Mike break his xfer case?

He was trying to climb an optional line near the end of Gold Bar Rim that I had just seen a couple jeeps try and fail. He started out in 4 hi (TOD) for whatever reason then switched to 4 lo. I doubt that switching is what caused it, it was the additional torque of the low range more likely. I never knew the TOD cases were chain driven. Think thats what popped. Cece has video of when it happened. You can hear it pop, it was loud. I thought for sure it was a CV since it sounded exactly like one.

Triathlete

05/23/2011, 05:46 PM

Dan, what gives Hells Revenge it's high rating is it's optional stuff...Hells Gate, Tipover Challenge, the Hot Tubs, and Escalator...plus the end and the long steep climbs/descents throughout. Though, with the right lines, we have gotten many stock VX's through it unharmed.

spaceCADETzoom

05/23/2011, 05:46 PM

Just took the "after" shots.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0550.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/spaceCADETzoom/moab%202011/PICT0551.jpg

It'll probably remain this way for a while...the unpacking, cleaning, etc, of the camping gear, not to mention the actual car...It's way too intimidating to start while I'm still on vacation.

...plus I gotta find that heat gun somewhere in the unpacked tool boxes in the garage. And does anyone know if the gas tank skid plate is easy to remove? I think I want to bang it back out.

Triathlete

05/23/2011, 05:52 PM

Wear your scars with pride!:yeso::bgwo:

VX KAT

05/23/2011, 06:03 PM

I ditto that Gil, I dont want to tear mine up.......to me its more of a family reunion now!

:yeso::yeso::thumbup: Agree!!

And IMHO, there's still plenty of fun and beauty to be had running the same trails a year apart.

Triathlete

05/23/2011, 06:26 PM

Man, looks like I will have to recruit some new wheeling partners soon.;)

BigSwede

05/23/2011, 07:35 PM

Poked around under the rodeo when I got home looking for the source of the annoying new rattle. Didnt find it
Better keep looking...I had a front drivers side rattle on Metal Masher on Friday, thought I fixed it when I found the loose diff bracket axle bolts, but no...went to change a leaking tire last night in the parking lot of the North Platte, Nebraska Taco John's and found that 2 of 3 nuts on the drivers side upper ball joint were missing! One bolt/nut was intact, one bolt was still there, loose, and one bolt/nut was gone entirely. That could have been ugly at 75 mph!

Moral: If you are out shaking the bejeezus out of your vehicle on wheeling trails (and Gemini Bridges Road), chances are you loosened some fasteners... check 'em!

Oh, and I got home OK, stayed in North Platte and this morning I got some new bolts etc and got the UBJ secured...

djvx

05/23/2011, 09:23 PM

Awesome! :_snowplow:drama::driver::tweed::_beer:
We want more! More carnage! :bgwo:
Gil, If this was taken as "I hope people break tranfer cases and such" I sincerely apologize...But that doesn't mean you can send me the repair bills either :rotate:

Zu4two

05/23/2011, 11:33 PM

It kind of sucked that I had to leave before the sun came out. Sorry to hear that several people left with major damage (especially Mike with his pristine '99). I had a great time, meeting a lot of new & wonderful people and seeing some familiar faces (was going to say "old friends", but didn't want to give Lisa a complex) :)

I've got a few dozen pics that I've yet to get off the camera. But I'll do it soon.

The VehiCROSS is an amazing vehicle and there's no reason to baby it on the trail. I'm not saying everyone should be as crazy as TriAthlete, but I don't think you should leave it sitting in the parking lot either.

MeowMix

05/24/2011, 12:22 AM

I have a ton of photos, though things are still crazy in my world: at the moment I'm in Colorado Springs, still wandering around the west end of the country like some transient drifter on my fabulous trip to nowhere...I'm about 1200 miles from my home in WA. I'll probably not post photos of the fun stuff (Moab) until I get home. No idea when that will be, but it'll be one of these days, lol. ;Dy;

mn840sc

05/24/2011, 12:43 AM

Made it home safe an hour ago. I ran the engine hard all way home, I was doing 75 almost all way with the little 4 banger. If you guys didnt know allready I broke my front differential. I havent pulled the third member yet but it is not gonna be pretty. I do have a spare so im ok with that. I hope everyone else has made it home safe or is in route. RACHEL AND I HAD A GREAT TIME AGAIN THIS YEAR AND IT WAS NICE SEEING THE FAMILIAR FACES AND MEETING THE NEW ONES. I will post pics later tonight or in the morning. Ohh and for those wondering how I did in vegas? Well lets just say im 500 bucks richer! good night on the tables.

VX crazy

05/24/2011, 04:50 AM

Ummm Kirk......I obviously already HAVE a complex! LOL seriously awesome to see you again after so long!

Great seeing everyone as well for me, if Scott, Laura, and Robert would have been there it would have been the perfect year! Sorry if I offended anyone, y'all that know me I am sure I didnt offend, but I tend to let loose when away from my stressful work/family life!

It kind of sucked that I had to leave before the sun came out. Sorry to hear that several people left with major damage (especially Mike with his pristine '99). I had a great time, meeting a lot of new & wonderful people and seeing some familiar faces (was going to say "old friends", but didn't want to give Lisa a complex) :)

I've got a few dozen pics that I've yet to get off the camera. But I'll do it soon.

The VehiCROSS is an amazing vehicle and there's no reason to baby it on the trail. I'm not saying everyone should be as crazy as TriAthlete, but I don't think you should leave it sitting in the parking lot either.

Scott Harness

05/24/2011, 06:59 AM

:yeso::yeso::thumbup: Agree!!

And IMHO, there's still plenty of fun and beauty to be had running the same trails a year apart.

X2...I'm still on the fence,but ready to tone it down a notch:confused:

mhill

05/24/2011, 09:11 AM

First thanks for the condolences and positive mojo coming my way! I tore into it as soon as I got home so have not been able to check the site for a few days.
Now I am the newbie so I take no offense to you all laughing and learning from my mistakes (they are numerous and significant!)

So... I was doing something I should not have been doing in 4H. We had finished all the demanding stuff on the trail and I switched out of 4L to have some fun Kirks way! (For those who have not been out with him he likes to floor the gas every chance he gets!) We came across an obstacle and those famous last words came out of my mouth..."I can do that" :yesgray: I tore into it and forgot to switch back to 4L :( I had the front wheels up when I switched to 4L. Should have backed down put it in 4L and started again. I was deep into the gas pedal when I am guessing the 4L actually engaged and it engaged with a BANG! Literally. It was getting late so Dave and I wasted no time tearing off my skid plates (freshly painted :smilewink) and disconnecting the drive shafts. Gil and Cece were life savers and towed me back to the stoop. This is where the great meeting of the minds took place :rollb2: Because the grinding, popping and jerking stopped when we disconnected the drive shafts the problem must be transfer case! Getting home Sunday was a must for work so I made a call to my big bro who came through with his diesel truck and a trailer. Made it home with no problems. Dove in head first tearing my beautiful VX apart top to bottom and actually got the transfer case out in about 6 or 7 hours. Not bad considering I had no idea what I was doing. I set it on the bench and spun the flanges which connect to the drive shafts and.... it was smooth as silk! WHAT THE!! I made a few calls to a mechanic friend who offered to come over and take a look. While waiting I decided to check the differentials. Opened the drain plug on the rear put a magnet in...all good. Got under the front put the magnet in and...metal bits, pieces, parts everywhere :mad: Yep took the whole transfer case out and it was the front diff that gave out.

So now its a race to find a new front diff. Oh yeah and put the transfer case back in! :)

It was great getting to know everyone on the stoop and on the trail.
Thanks to Gil Cece Dave Mark Joe Dub Jack Steve Mike Craig and everyone else who helped get my VX home in almost one piece.

I had a great time! I will fix it and be back next year. For the stoop and the sticker! :thumbup:

Moncha

05/24/2011, 09:16 AM

Wow, I finally got a day off. I canceled for financial and physical reasons, then ended up ttrading my VAC time for later. The night you guys wanted to Skype I was called out and have been working 12-14 hours since. Still, no excuse. I MISS MY FAMILY!!!

The trails looked like they took a punishing over the winter but, I'm glad everyone got out mostly unscathed. Don't let it discourage anyone, just coming for the hang out is worth it.
I'm so sorry for missing... I hope the depression lifts soon.

nfpgasmask

05/24/2011, 09:17 AM

Mike, sounds like its time for you to put some time in and source some open 4.77s and install an Aussie locker in the rear. :yesy:

Bart

VX KAT

05/24/2011, 09:18 AM

here's my list of about 40 some junkyards with a VX and about 60 with a 95/96/97 Rodeo (not sure if our diffs are shared with them or not), maybe this will help you find a front diff.
http://vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=20420&highlight=spreadsheet

Mile High VX

05/24/2011, 09:21 AM

mhill

05/24/2011, 09:28 AM

Mike, sounds like its time for you to put some time in and source some open 4.77s and install an Aussie locker in the rear. :yesy:

Bart

If I knew what any of that meant that would be awsome! :)
I like to do the work myself, that does not mean I know what I am doing. If anyone has suggestions I would love to hear them. Just put it in 4x4 for DUMMIES language. I need a whole new "third member"?? whatever blew up inside almost made out! There is a star crack on the passenger side top of the case! :freek:

nfpgasmask

05/24/2011, 09:46 AM

If I knew what any of that meant that would be awsome! :)
I like to do the work myself, that does not mean I know what I am doing. If anyone has suggestions I would love to hear them. Just put it in 4x4 for DUMMIES language. I need a whole new "third member"?? whatever blew up inside almost made out! There is a star crack on the passenger side top of the case! :freek:

Yeah, the 4.77s gears came in Trooper RSes and I think some Amigos. Basically, it would be a gearing upgrade for your VX, however the 4.77s are "open", which means no LSD (limited slip) in the rear. Right now, you have an open front diff and a LSD rear diff. If you found 4.77s and installed them striaght, you would have open diffs in front and in the rear. BUT, you could install an Aussie lunchbox locker then, and you would have MAD traction in the rear. :happyface

I know, I know, when I bought my VX I had no idea what any of this meant either, but once you dig in, it gets addictive. Read this, it will help make sense out of what your diffs do, and why they are called "differentials".

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Differential_(mechanical_device)

Bart

off_road_4_me

05/24/2011, 09:47 AM

4.77's came in 2nd generation 4 cylinder 4wd amigos (although they did not have 12 bolt rear axles, still a little easier to find than the 89 RS) and the 89 rs ;)
but for that matter I'm not exactly sure what axle is underneath a vx.

MeowMix

05/24/2011, 10:32 AM

Member zoup2nuts works at the BMW dealership in Colorado Springs...you should stop by and give him a shout and you're only 35 minutes south from me in Castle Rock.

Oh cool! We should get a beer or something at some point or another before I leave the state. I don't expect to be back anytime soon...this summer is kind of like my last hurrah before the tough part of school starts for me, so I may disappear at times for the next two years or so, lol. ;py;

VX KAT

05/24/2011, 10:50 AM

Forgot to mention how the "JAMAS" cargo boxes worked out on the trip....EXCELLENT! So nice to have so much storage space and all my "stuff" so handy and accessible. The compressor, extension cord, gun case, air gauge, 5 qts oil, rags, knife, extra water/soda & food and a bunch of other stuff....all so handy and contained. Highly recommend these boxes!

Even on the roughest up/down bump type obstacle, the boxes barely moved out of place. After several slams up and down, they moved about 6" forward. Going to put some velcro on the bottom for next time, then they won't move at all.

kodiak

05/24/2011, 10:56 AM

Oh cool! We should get a beer or something at some point or another before I leave the state. I don't expect to be back anytime soon...this summer is kind of like my last hurrah before the tough part of school starts for me, so I may disappear at times for the next two years or so, lol. ;py;

Let me know if you wander in to Salt Lake City, me Justin and Mike can show you what's what. :yesy:

mhill

05/24/2011, 12:45 PM

Here is the broken front differential outside, I imagine it is going to look a lot worse inside! :waab:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/moab_carnage_013.JPG (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20876)

MSHardeman

05/24/2011, 12:51 PM

Wow Mike, you did a good job. That diff is made out of some pretty stout stuff so to put a crack in it like that took some doing.

On the "bright" side, at least it's the front diff ($) and not the transfer case ($$$). Good luck getting your girl back together and let us know if we can help in any way.

Gizmo42

05/24/2011, 01:09 PM

Wow, wouldnt have thought it was the diff. Guess we will all know for next time if it happens again. I thought for sure it was the t-case. Glad to know even with the chain drive they are apparently stronger then the diff. Would have thought cv's would be snapping before the diff did though.

If I knew it was the front diff instead of t-case we could have easily gotten you home in rear wheel drive. Just leave the front shaft disconnected and pull the front flanges for the cv's. Swap on some manual hubs if we had to.

nfpgasmask

05/24/2011, 01:24 PM

Mike, how was your fluid in your front diff? Enough lube? Maybe old lube?

Bart

Triathlete

05/24/2011, 02:31 PM

Mike, while you have the front end out for repairs it would be a good time to have your front diff brackets modified to drop your diff a bit to relieve the angles on your cv's. Also from the damage to the case I would be willing to bet that there may have been a pre-existing problem in there...as Bart was referencing to earlier, maybe that crack was there and you had been running with it dry or near dry.

nfpgasmask

05/24/2011, 02:43 PM

Either that or his diff was seeping at the axle seal (like mine has been doing for the last 3 years) and he ran the front fluid low....that's what I would think. I just can't see how this would happen without breaking the CVs first. The gears must have been binding due to low/old lube in the diff.

Bart

mhill

05/24/2011, 03:01 PM

You dont know me very well. :) Mine does not leak anything. I have spent a lot of time under there sanding and painting the under side. There was nothing obviously wrong. 4x4 and TOD worked great the day b4 on Steel Bender trail. I am an Amsoil dealer. The first thing I did was change all of the fluids.

Pretty sure the damage is due to user error! :_brickwal

I will be looking into the drop brackets during this repair.

JoFotoz

05/24/2011, 04:26 PM

Ditto here....

.
Pretty sure the damage is due to user error! :_brickwal

I will be looking into the drop brackets during this repair.

I'm still chewing it all over...but 4.77's and a rear locker is a possible solution for me too.
Diff drop brackets for sure...
Drill my right skinny peddle foot to make it lighter.....:p

Maybe we should both talk to Indy 4x4 about a 2 for 1 deal!

jo

PS...

I dont understand how your front diff was "silent' on the tow off the trail...???
Your front wheels/shafts were still rotating...so the diff should of been NOISY...

...unless its TOTAL MUSH...:confused:

.

LittleBeast

05/24/2011, 05:35 PM

Since my 4.77 install a couple of years ago, I have stock front and rear diff 3rd member's if anyone is interested. Both are open as I took the stock LSD out and put in the new 4.77's. Not sure how much they are worth. But I think I bought the 4.77's under or just at $200 each so I would let go of these probably well under that.

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 06:13 PM

Hell's Revenge:
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/507/DSC007171.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/507/DSC00719.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/507/DSC007221.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/507/DSC00723.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC007251.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC007261.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00730.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00731.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00736.JPG

MeowMix

05/24/2011, 06:26 PM

Here is the broken front differential outside, I imagine it is going to look a lot worse inside! :waab:

That's still a major bummer Mike, but I'm glad to hear it was less money in repair bills than was previously thought...better the front diff than the transfer case! I hope everything goes as smoothly as possible from here on out! ;Dy;

Let me know if you wander in to Salt Lake City, me Justin and Mike can show you what's what. :yesy:

SLC is my next stop! I'll probably leave CO Springs very early Saturday morning, since independence pass is supposed to reopen Friday, and I wanted to see it this time, instead of going through Denver again...so I guess I kind of have a plan, lol. :laughy: ...I'll be in touch.

Triathlete

05/24/2011, 06:27 PM

Cool pics Justin!

Did anyone by chance get any video of me "ice skating" on Tip Over Challenge?

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 06:30 PM

Well you know I was spotting from the top Billy... anyone else have some footage of either one of us on TOC?

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 06:32 PM

Steel Bender:
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/507/DSC00740.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00741.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00744.JPG

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 06:35 PM

Metal Masher:
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00747.JPG

An RS go where a Jeep dare not... Rock Chucker - Nice moves Steve!
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00750.JPG

Widowmaker
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/507/DSC00756.JPG

pbkid

05/24/2011, 06:36 PM

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/vlcsnap-626149.PNG

I apologize again Todd, I just think thats the first time I have been denied trying an obstacle in Moab. I think it shocked me more than anything.

Some of my favs from Poison Spider:
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSC_7829.jpg

Sue, your camera takes really vibrant photos. I might need to get you to ride with us the whole time next year :naughty:

Gizmo42

05/24/2011, 06:42 PM

Justin, nice pics. I didnt get too many on that run. You were already up TOC by the time I got there.

Billy, I tried to get video of you but apparently I fail at using my new camera. Couldnt get it to record. I did get the few pics that I showed you though.

Good news from the Dave and Patty camp (outofrshell, 1st gen trooper with head issues). This followed them home from Craig Colorado and Patty said Dave could keep it....

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa262/outofrshell/IMG_0184.jpg

Its an 89 LS with GM 2.8 v-6

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 06:46 PM

Good to hear they made it home alright... or more than alright! lol

pbkid

05/24/2011, 06:51 PM

If you pick a smart line, stay off the skinny pedal (except when needed) and know the limitations of your vehicles set up everything will go okay.

Alright Billy. Who stole your computer????

I know those words arent coming out of your mouth. Is your wife playing on VX.info again?

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 06:56 PM

Triathlete

05/24/2011, 06:59 PM

Alright Billy. Who stole your computer????

I know those words arent coming out of your mouth. Is your wife playing on VX.info again?

I know the limitations of my vehicle...and push the limit "slightly"!:bwgy:

And damn you guys...all week long I tried to get people to run Metal Masher and you guys hit it AFTER I leave!:(

pbkid

05/24/2011, 07:01 PM

Hey Mike,

Call me up any time in the afternoon and I'll be happy to help you understand what your looking at with the differentials and the gearing that people are referencing.

Glad you made it home safe and your t-case is alright.

Jack
Seven-2-oh-two-7-three-one-0-Nine-Nine.

see ya next year ;)

Triathlete

05/24/2011, 07:02 PM

I noticed MeowMix has some great pics on facebook...

Got a link?

pbkid

05/24/2011, 07:03 PM

I know the limitations of my vehicle...and push the limit "slightly"!:bwgy:

And damn you guys...all week long I tried to get people to run Metal Masher and you guys hit it AFTER I leave!:(

dude, you would of LOVED it. we ended up follow a 80's toy and zuki tracker thing.... both all caged out. They were rolling over left and right.

Gizmo42

05/24/2011, 07:03 PM

Menace takes on the hot tub (yeah, he made it without carnage):

LOL I was gonna post that one if nobody else did. I have all her pics from that run since she borrowed my SD card.

EDIT: my pics are all screwed up. I have hers from hells revenge. Can post them later if anyone likes

People need to add me on facebook. Search for David Threlkeld in Aurora Colorado. My pic is one of my rodeo going up Jug Handle on fins n things (the one I almost rolled it on this year, and 4th pic in my sig)

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 07:04 PM

Got a link?
Yup KAT (http://www.facebook.com/#!/media/set/?set=a.10150181430676599.297336.698831598)

pbkid

05/24/2011, 07:04 PM

I noticed MeowMix has some great pics on facebook...
this one is my fave tho:
Menace takes on the hot tub (yeah, he made it without carnage):
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/507/Menace_Hot_tub.jpg

haha go menace!!!!

btw- for everyone who was there when i busted my radiator, ive been doing some research in the last couple of days and it looks like the radiator is a common issue for 3rd gen runners who wheel. I think that trail gear makes a new radiator that fits much better, i just might be picking that up :)

Triathlete

05/24/2011, 07:08 PM

Yup KAT (http://www.facebook.com/#!/media/set/?set=a.10150181430676599.297336.698831598)

Got this...

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ZEUS

05/24/2011, 07:08 PM

Jack, u planning on getting a real skid plate now? :D That is 1/8" steel.

Mile High VX

05/24/2011, 07:17 PM

Got this...

It's a facebook link, so you gotta' have facebook to view the pics...:yeso::yesb:

Triathlete

05/24/2011, 07:32 PM

It's a facebook link, so you gotta' have facebook to view the pics...:yeso::yesb:

Ah, got it. Don't have an account so I borrowed my wifes.:happyface

BigSwede

05/24/2011, 07:43 PM

Metal Masher:
An RS go where a Jeep dare not... Rock Chucker - Nice moves Steve!
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC00750.JPG

Ya know, I was too engrossed in trying to put my radiator back where it belongs to watch your attempts at Rock Chucker...just needed more skinny pedal I'm guessing :winko: that's what worked for me, and is why I sheered off my front tow hook in the process.

And to think I did it with only one bolt in my drivers side upper ball joint...;eekb;

Travis gave me a vid of my climb, I'll have to figure out how to post a video :p

pbkid

05/24/2011, 08:17 PM

Jack, u planning on getting a real skid plate now? :D That is 1/8" steel.

get outta here Justin.

Yes, the plate will either be significantly upgraded or reinforced. We shall see what financials bring, and how the plans for the Runner pan out. If i get my christmas wishes i may have to completely restart the skid plate (hint hint)

Ldub

05/24/2011, 08:26 PM

All I gotta say 4 now...:sleepgray

L:heart:VE You All...Miss you even more...:crying:

Maybe the funniest thing you've seen today...maybe not...:_confused

Monkey butler...you remember him, right?

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC011581.JPG

His moonkee a$h works for ME now...:laughing:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC011602.JPG

JoFotoz

05/24/2011, 08:52 PM

New Boss..new attitude.

MONKEEEEE Rules!

Nice Knick knack....!!

jo

VX KAT

05/24/2011, 10:33 PM

His moonkee a$h works for ME now...:laughing:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSC011602.JPG

DUB, PERFECT pairing!.....since ya already got the gorilly feet thing goin' on....http://freesmileyface.net/smiley/laughing/lol-044.gif (http://freesmileyface.net/free-laughing-smileys.html)

now go to sleep....sweet dreams....http://freesmileyface.net/smiley/sleepy/sleep-051.gif (http://freesmileyface.net/free-sleepy-smileys.html)

ZEUS

05/24/2011, 10:44 PM

Ugh.. withdrawals...

nfpgasmask

05/25/2011, 08:45 AM

Justin,

First, thanks for the call. I specifically didn't answer because I KNEW it was a "I'm in Moab and your not hear" call. (seriously though, I was at the post office with like 8 boxes in my hands).

Is that your Jeep or did you rent one?

How is wheeling slick rock (is it slicker rock) in the rain?

Bart

Gizmo42

05/25/2011, 09:37 AM

Slickrock isnt bad in the rain. The bad part is the wet sand sticking to your tires between slick rock sections. But if you get on a spot with lots of tire marks (like TOC) it becomes super slick.

VX KAT

05/25/2011, 10:44 AM

Justin,

How is wheeling slick rock (is it slicker rock) in the rain?

Bart

Slickrock isnt bad in the rain. The bad part is the wet sand sticking to your tires between slick rock sections. But if you get on a spot with lots of tire marks (like TOC) it becomes super slick.

I was surprised how little the rain affected the slick rock, keep in mind it wasn't a deluge....but like Dave said, it was the wet sand on the tires causing slipping. But after a little burning off, the tires gripped and up you went.
Down....was a little slicker, but not that much.

MSHardeman

05/25/2011, 01:41 PM

Even though I'm battling some pretty heavy Post Moab Blah's I figured that it was my turn to post up some pics. Here are some from our "VX Only" run on Seven Mile rim:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_07.JPG
MeowMix's very first off-road obstacle.....EVER.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_46.JPG
BigSwede and his Moab Camo RS

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_57.JPG
A Pride of Proton's

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_73.JPG
Whitney flexing out the Runner

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_76.JPG
BigSwede's Isuzu logo almost level

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_102.JPG
Sue getting squeezed

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_135.JPG
MeowMix flexing out

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_78.JPG
Seven Mile Rim parking lot

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_83.JPG
Billy on crack

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Seven_Mile_Rim_05-17-11_88.JPG
Surrounded by Proton's

More to come from other trails later.

ZEUS

05/25/2011, 05:09 PM

HAHAHA! JERK! :p I hope you at least listened to our synchronous message!

I trailered my Jeep down there - much cheaper than renting. It did great and climbed over everything I tried except for Rock Chucker (driver error most likely) and a spot on Steel Bender where I lifted both driver side tires twice. I think Jack was trying to make me roll over. :p
No matter; it's time to sell it so I can get back to the Blazer! I am so amped to show up with THAT next year... so no excuses, you and Linda better be getting your collective arses to Moab next year!
Justin,

First, thanks for the call. I specifically didn't answer because I KNEW it was a "I'm in Moab and your not hear" call. (seriously though, I was at the post office with like 8 boxes in my hands).

Is that your Jeep or did you rent one?

How is wheeling slick rock (is it slicker rock) in the rain?

Bart

MSHardeman

05/25/2011, 05:24 PM

More Moab pics. These are from our run on Hell's Revenge:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_10.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_18.JPG
Billy taking the road less traveled.....big surprise.:p

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_22.JPG
Gill and Cece heading up

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_39.JPG
Is that air I see under the front tire?

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_44.JPG
That's a BIG hot tub

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_52.JPG
Gill heading into the Car Wash

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_53.JPG
Bye Gill!

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_57.JPG
Coming out of the Car Wash

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_72.JPG
Spooky....

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Hell_s_Revenge_05-18-11_73.JPG
MeowMix (Kat) lifting a wheel....WAY up.

MSHardeman

05/25/2011, 05:25 PM

More from our run on Fins and Things:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Fins_and_Things_05-19-11_65.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Fins_and_Things_05-19-11_66.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Fins_and_Things_05-19-11_71.JPG

MSHardeman

05/25/2011, 05:28 PM

Gold Bar Rim run:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_02.JPG
Kat learning where her zerk fittings are

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_13.JPG
Wheel up.....again

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_29.JPG
Larry flexing out

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_38.JPG
Mike (mhill) about to take on the drop

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_45.JPG
Mike heading up

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_53.JPG
Cece heading down

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_54.JPG
Mike too...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_59.JPG
Mike post carnage....:(

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_65.JPG
No one gets left behind

MSHardeman

05/25/2011, 05:31 PM

Random shots of wreching at The Stoop:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-17-11_03.JPG
Jo replacing his CV boots

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-18-11_03.JPG
MeowMix (Kat) getting lifted by Jo and Jay

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-18-11_11.JPG
I have no comment!

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-21-11_02.JPG
Jo disconnecting his front diff

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-21-11_04.JPG
The ORW IS spong worthy

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-21-11_07.JPG
Poor little Trooper. The top half of the motor is on the picnic table. OUCH!

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-21-11_10.JPG
Our home away from home.....can't wait for next year.

VX crazy

05/25/2011, 06:04 PM

OMG Mark I had no idea I was doing the shocker while holding that glass! See it IS true if you do that your hand will stick in that position!!!!!!

ZEUS

05/25/2011, 06:31 PM

The shocker with a crow bar! Alright, giggity giggity...

VX crazy

05/25/2011, 06:53 PM

Jo is holding the crowbar, I am holding the screwdriver.

MSHardeman

05/25/2011, 06:55 PM

Lisa, we're going to have to have some kind of Shocker intervention for you.

VX crazy

05/25/2011, 07:01 PM

Lisa, we're going to have to have some kind of Shocker intervention for you.

OMG I CANT WAIT!!!!!!!!!! :dan_ban::dance::clap::dan_ban::dan_ban::dan_ban:: dan_ban::dan_ban::dan_ban:

Totally kidding..........of course

VX KAT

05/25/2011, 07:14 PM

Random shots of wreching at The Stoop:

Our home away from home.....can't wait for next year.

"wreching" at the Stoop?....no, that was on the trail.....

ZEUS

05/25/2011, 07:15 PM

HAHAHA! Poor Dub.

VX crazy

05/25/2011, 07:32 PM

"wreching" at the Stoop?....no, that was on the trail.....

Great one Sue, I had no idea you got a photo of it!!! Awww poor dubster, stoop nights will do that to ya!

VX KAT

05/25/2011, 07:37 PM

HAHAHA! Poor Dub.

Great one Sue, I had no idea you got a photo of it!!! Awww poor dubster, stoop nights will do that to ya!

:goof: He's goin' kill me.....sorry dub.....:slap:

Ldub

05/25/2011, 08:02 PM

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=1455&d=1306375985

You can plainly see how anemic & malnourished that plant is...:yesgray:

Honest, I read it in Mother Earth News...that's the best way to bring a plant back from deaths doorstep...share nutritive substances & enzymatic bile...;puke:

MeowMix

05/25/2011, 08:50 PM

So I finally got all of my photos and videos up on Photobucket; despite that there is apparently already a link to my Facebook photo album, lol. Here ya go!

Photobucket Album!!! (http://s1125.photobucket.com/albums/l596/SunfireKat/Moab%20Road%20Trip%202011/)

;Dy;

VX KAT

05/25/2011, 09:51 PM

You can plainly see how anemic & malnourished that plant is...:yesgray:

Honest, I read it in Mother Earth News...that's the best way to bring a plant back from deaths doorstep...share nutritive substances & enzymatic bile...;puke:

Yeah, That's the ticket! I should post the pic I took about 10 mins later, that plant was much greener! :_thinking Now if I could just figger out how to get my cat to puke on my plants instead of my desk I'd have a regular green house goin' on!

mhill

05/25/2011, 10:02 PM

Ditto here....

.

I'm still chewing it all over...but 4.77's and a rear locker is a possible solution for me too.
Diff drop brackets for sure...
Drill my right skinny peddle foot to make it lighter.....:p

Maybe we should both talk to Indy 4x4 about a 2 for 1 deal!

jo

PS...

I dont understand how your front diff was "silent' on the tow off the trail...???
Your front wheels/shafts were still rotating...so the diff should of been NOISY...

...unless its TOTAL MUSH...:confused:

.

Probably not going to switch to 4.77, I dont want to mess with the rear right now if I dont have to. ($$$$$)
I am looking at the aussie locker for the front with the manual hubs, probably the Aisin based on the reading here on the forum and some input from Jack. It looks like I will be making a pretty big order from Independent4x! What have you decided to do with yours?

And yes it was total mush in there. I put a magnet in there and pulled out something that looked like the meteor on that movie Armageddon! I dont think there was anything left to make noise. :(

ZEUS

05/25/2011, 11:23 PM

Nice pics and vids Kat and lots of 'em!
So I finally got all of my photos and videos up on Photobucket; despite that there is apparently already a link to my Facebook photo album, lol. Here ya go!

Photobucket Album!!! (http://s1125.photobucket.com/albums/l596/SunfireKat/Moab%20Road%20Trip%202011/)

;Dy;

crotchrocket

05/26/2011, 02:14 AM

Amazing pictures guys, I'm sooooo jelous!!!

Scott Harness

05/26/2011, 06:15 AM

"wreching" at the Stoop?....no, that was on the trail.....
Sue...I think you have a job at TMZ

nfpgasmask

05/26/2011, 11:19 AM

1) Is that LDUB pukin? ;puke2;

2) Jo, looks like you mashed the front end of the ORW a tad???? How'd that happen?

3) Who made the official "Stoop" sign? That's awesome.

Bart

RickOKC

05/26/2011, 11:20 AM

"Mommy, why is that man laughing at that bush?"

VX KAT

05/26/2011, 11:44 AM

1) Is that LDUB pukin? ;puke2;

2) Jo, looks like you mashed the front end of the ORW a tad???? How'd that happen?

3) Who made the official "Stoop" sign? That's awesome.

Bart

1) yes, but I missed the "flow" of the miracle plant fertilizer...:goof:

2) Well, it started last year....he's kinda thrown caution to the wind and gotten kinda rough on the old gal....

3) Jo had it made

CrnCnn

05/26/2011, 12:54 PM

We WILL be there next year....

Thought that some of the pics would be cool in tilt shift mode...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/photo_31.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/photo_2.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/photo_1.JPG

vt_maverick

05/26/2011, 01:03 PM

Makes them look like toys!

Triathlete

05/26/2011, 01:46 PM

Makes them look like toys!

Exactly what I thought.:yesy:

JoFotoz

05/26/2011, 02:04 PM

Looks like I'll be sticking with stock gearing too....

Probably not going to switch to 4.77, I dont want to mess with the rear right now if I dont have to. ($$$$$)
I am looking at the aussie locker for the front with the manual hubs, probably the Aisin based on the reading here on the forum and some input from Jack. It looks like I will be making a pretty big order from Independent4x! What have you decided to do with yours?

And yes it was total mush in there. I put a magnet in there and pulled out something that looked like the meteor on that movie Armageddon! I dont think there was anything left to make noise. :(

.....for a few reasons.

1) $$$'s....:(

2) I kinda like the road feel of the 35 tires with the stock.

3)Not sure I want lockers...kinda like head to head challenges with other non locked VX's..(right Billy!!)

4) did I mention...$$$$'s....:eek:

Talking with Little Beast...he has a front 3'rd...and Indy have them too.
Probably gonna ride around two wheel drive for a while till I can source Diff drops...(DUB!!??)...then do it all in one.

Sorry your problem was misdiagnosed.....it really must of been 'creamed' :smack:

jo

Triathlete

05/26/2011, 02:21 PM

Looks like I'll be sticking with stock gearing too....

.....for a few reasons.

3)Not sure I want lockers...kinda like head to head challenges with other non locked VX's..(right Billy!!)

jo

Hmmm, don't know. I may be picking up a Waggy Dana 44 this weekend...the SAS parts collection begins! Will still have a long list to go though!:bwgy:

nocturnalVX

05/26/2011, 03:19 PM

Our pics... (https://picasaweb.google.com/108968579758061412883/Moab2011?authkey=Gv1sRgCPHs7d-vgbO_Xg#)

JoFotoz

05/26/2011, 03:34 PM

Good start...

Hmmm, don't know. I may be picking up a Waggy Dana 44 this weekend...the SAS parts collection begins! Will still have a long list to go though!:bwgy:

...but I still think a body swap onto an Early Bronco rolling chassis is the way to go!
(My Lotto dream..!!)

Still...I reckon there's a couple of Moab visits yet before our head to head craziness isnt so head to head anymore!

:_beer:

jo

Triathlete

05/26/2011, 05:02 PM

Gil...great shots! Can't wait to see all the go-pro vids!

Jo...yep, it will probably take me a while to collect all the parts I want (lockers, links, manual tcase, coilovers...) :)

VX KAT

05/26/2011, 05:09 PM

WoW! Gil & CeCe your pics are so scenic & colorful! AWESOME! :thumbup:

ZEUS

05/26/2011, 07:03 PM

^^x2

nocturnalVX

05/26/2011, 07:06 PM

Thanks for the kudos! Cece & I love capturing the scenery as well as the action shots. Moab is so stunning...

I fixed the pic that somehow didn't get rotated before I loaded them, and will figure out how to post vids ASAP...

off_road_4_me

05/26/2011, 07:41 PM

From what I've seen, the grey almost stock amigo dodged the camera constantly :(

Ldub

05/27/2011, 10:09 AM

of our pics...:yesgray:

http://photobucket.com/DUBS-PICS

nfpgasmask

05/27/2011, 10:10 AM

Awesome pics, Gil.

Jo, do you still have the Bronco?

Bart

JoFotoz

05/27/2011, 11:37 AM

Hi Bart...

Jo, do you still have the Bronco?

Bart

...nope :(

After 16 years, had to sell.....she went to a really good home though.

jo

Triathlete

05/27/2011, 01:25 PM

Thats one big azz cow Dub!

VX KAT

05/27/2011, 04:24 PM

RickOKC

05/27/2011, 05:40 PM

Gold Bar Rim run:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_02.JPG
Kat learning where her zerk fittings are
OUCH! Well, if somebody driving a VX runs over you, might as well take a look until the paramedics show up.

ZEUS

05/27/2011, 06:19 PM

HAHA! Rick that's the only way I am going to see that picture now!

Ldub

05/27/2011, 06:30 PM

Thats one big azz cow Dub!

Dat der's a Texas Long Horn I bet! Somehow it got a little North...:_thinking
When we lived in Dallas and drove all over TX, we'd see Long Horns all over, sooooo cool to see, and that one's got some of the biggest horns I've ever seen!

Yeh, that's one freaky lookin' bag of steaks.

My guess is alien intervention...:uhohgray:

His weirded out horns required that he graze from the R side of his mouth only. Much more horn growth & he'll be lookin' for taller grass.

He & his comrade cow are pastured right outside the gate of Devils Tower, & we ALL know how often aliens visit that place...:yesgray:

http://i1121.photobucket.com/albums/l515/Ldubvx/DSC01093.jpg?t=1306546303

kodiak

05/28/2011, 10:20 AM

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mhill

05/28/2011, 12:14 PM

Willy goes 4wheelin 2 and 3 wheels at a time!

Great pics. Kat just loved hitting all the water we could find. :_steering

Gizmo42

05/28/2011, 08:29 PM

Finally got all mine resized an uploaded to photobucket.

The VX "mud" run

At the airdown point and already muddy lol
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0342.jpg

Traffic jam on 7 mile rim
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0348.jpg

Meomix up the ledge and ready to get tippy
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0350.jpg

The ledge is worse then it looks
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0355.jpg

Isuzus for days
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0358.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0359.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0361.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0363.jpg

Gizmo42

05/28/2011, 08:38 PM

Hells Revenge in the rain

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0364.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0365.jpg

Lunch at the overlook (Menace sporting the fashionable trash bag rain coat)
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0367.jpg

Back on the trail
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0369.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0371.jpg

Billy ice skating on TOC and getting some air
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0373.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0374.jpg

DENIED! The VX hanging its head in shame
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0377.jpg

Meowmix got some big air at the exit (about 2 ft off the ground at one point)
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0379.jpg

Mark making a left turn on the same ledge
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0383.jpg

Gill and Cece making it look easy
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0387.jpg

Had some carnage on the trail, couldnt open my door. Zip ties can fix anything
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0390.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_0391.jpg

Gizmo42

05/28/2011, 08:46 PM

Fins and Things

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1080.jpg

Meowmix gets a wheel in the air AGAIN!
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1084.jpg

Got pics of everyone going across that spot one at a time
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1088.jpg

Little ledge
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1095.jpg

Lined up at the overlook
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1098.jpg

Willy Lin on Kennys Climb (we were the only 2 to try it)
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1100.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1103.jpg

Baby Lions Back
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1104.jpg

Gizmo42

05/28/2011, 08:58 PM

Gold Bar Rim - didnt take many pics

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1111_808x539.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1114_808x539.jpg

I have a bunch of pics of Mike coming down the waterfall. Would make a cool animated Gif file
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1123_808x539.jpg

Kanes Creek

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1126_808x539.jpg

Flexy!
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1131_808x539.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1137_808x539.jpg

Tippy!
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1139_808x539.jpg

Lined up
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1145_808x539.jpg

Smokey!
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1151_808x539.jpg

Shortly before Jim pinched a sidewall. We ended up changing tires there
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1148_808x539.jpg

The rolled Jeep
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/IMG_1156_808x539.jpg

All my pics are up on my photobucket page. I've zipped all them in original size unedited into a file and I'm uploading to rapid share. Will post the link if it ever finishes. My internet is being lame and slow. 2hrs and its only 1/4 uploaded for a 1.4G file.

Gizmo42

05/28/2011, 10:09 PM

Just because I was bored

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/Mike.gif

My zip file finally finished uploading. Here is the link to all my pics with original size (4752x3168) and no editing for whoever wants them

http://www.4shared.com/file/wXn2fnvi/Moab_2011.html

And something special for Joe

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/ORWaged.jpg

Gizmo42

05/28/2011, 11:32 PM

Great pics everyone.

This one is awesome..

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HyIVvi8bqic/Td3VLYRcq0I/AAAAAAAAANs/WaFmtxpb4L8/s800/Moab2011%252520134.jpg

The trailer hitch has to go!

WillyLin

05/29/2011, 02:19 PM

Gold Bar Rim run:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Gold_Bar_Rim_05-20-11_02.JPG
Kat learning where her zerk fittings are
the fitting is the on ground... ?:_thinking

Ldub

05/29/2011, 03:38 PM

Great pics everyone.

This one is awesome..

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HyIVvi8bqic/Td3VLYRcq0I/AAAAAAAAANs/WaFmtxpb4L8/s800/Moab2011%252520134.jpg

The trailer hitch has to go!

I thought you had rocket boosters for the steeper obstacles...:laughing:

Gizmo42

05/29/2011, 04:02 PM

I thought you had rocket boosters for the steeper obstacles...:laughing:

Would have been handy for the waterfall on gold bar rim. Stupid trailer hitch getting me stuck 'n stuff.

Triathlete

05/29/2011, 04:04 PM

the fitting is the on ground... ?:_thinking

Yea, probably be easier to see if she wasn't face DOWN in the dirt!:winky:

kodiak

05/30/2011, 04:34 AM

Thanks Dave! Awesome high res pix. :clap:

[quote=Gizmo42;230912]Just because I was bored

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c337/Gizmo420/Moab%20ZuZoo%20XIV%202011/Mike.gif

My zip file finally finished uploading. Here is the link to all my pics with original size (4752x3168) and no editing for whoever wants them

http://www.4shared.com/file/wXn2fnvi/Moab_2011.html

pbkid

05/31/2011, 06:14 PM

The trailer hitch has to go!

buy the steel, welding wire (cheap) and pitch some money for argon and I'll be happy to help you start building a new rear bumper.

(you'd have to come down to my parents, but it'd save you hundreds compared to a shop)... they live down by monument, co.

I should be done with mine soon enough and I'd be happy to help you out if you wanted to buy the materials.

crager34

06/01/2011, 09:28 AM

Random shots of wreching at The Stoop:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Wrenching_at_The_Stoop_05-18-11_11.JPG
I have no comment!

Throwing the "shocker" around like it aint' no thang!!

dirty

nfpgasmask

06/01/2011, 11:11 AM

Giz, your zip tie fix is nice. I have one in my door as well. :) Those little plastic clips are cheap from Merlin...

Bart

Triathlete

06/01/2011, 11:37 AM

I actually helped Scott do the same zip tie mod on his driver side door while we were up in Moab...must be a disease! :)

mhill

06/01/2011, 12:22 PM

Mexican Hat on our way to Moab
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_034.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_039.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_058.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_107.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_109.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_116.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_121.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_129.JPG

mhill

06/01/2011, 12:28 PM

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_131.JPG

LDUB checkin out Jacks good side.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_144.JPG
Jo makin it look easy in the rain.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_152.JPG

mhill

06/01/2011, 12:55 PM

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_168.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_206.JPG
I am no expert but that just doesnt look right!
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_222.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_224.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_246.JPG
Objects in mirror are...Friggin Awsome!!

JoFotoz

06/01/2011, 02:35 PM

AWESOME SHOTS DUDE!!

Mexican Hat on our way to Moab
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_034.JPG

Almost Surreal!

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_039.JPG

Photochop out the rims and telephone wires and this is SWEET

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/moab_058.JPG

Like a brochure shot!

Love'em..................:thumbup:

jo

Gizmo42

06/01/2011, 04:47 PM

buy the steel, welding wire (cheap) and pitch some money for argon and I'll be happy to help you start building a new rear bumper.

(you'd have to come down to my parents, but it'd save you hundreds compared to a shop)... they live down by monument, co.

I should be done with mine soon enough and I'd be happy to help you out if you wanted to buy the materials.

I may have to take you up on that :yesy: I want one styled like the ones Joe Darlington makes. He's in north carolina so just the shipping cost alone could be a killer for a heavy bumper.

http://forum.planetisuzoo.com/albums/album09/unf_oct_05_28.jpg

For the front I can just go with an ARB. Joe D and Indy4x are the only ones that make rear ones though and they are all custom hand made so not all that cheap.

VX crazy

06/01/2011, 05:22 PM

I may have to take you up on that :yesy: I want one styled like the ones Joe Darlington makes. He's in north carolina so just the shipping cost alone could be a killer for a heavy bumper.

http://forum.planetisuzoo.com/albums/album09/unf_oct_05_28.jpg

For the front I can just go with an ARB. Joe D and Indy4x are the only ones that make rear ones though and they are all custom hand made so not all that cheap.

THAT would look great too!

BigSwede

06/01/2011, 06:31 PM

The view from La Sal Pass trail
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0522a.jpg

My Trooper leading the Donner party
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0533a.jpg

On the talus slope
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0532a.jpg

CeCe and Gill
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0534a.jpg

End of the trail, tree then snow blocking. We removed the tree anyway just to be all manly and stuff
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0535a.jpg

Gill
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0541a.jpg

MSHardeman

06/02/2011, 12:57 PM

For anyone who is interested I finally joined the 21st century and created a PhotoBucket account where I dumped all of my Moab pictures. The main ZuZoo 2011 album has sub-albums for each day of wheelin'. Download 'em iffn you want 'em.

http://s1182.photobucket.com/albums/x460/Bugbite56/ZuZoo%202011/

Enjoy.

Triathlete

06/02/2011, 01:50 PM

Mark you gotz such a cute little photobucket name there! Hahahaha!

Gizmo42

06/02/2011, 02:22 PM

Well, what would you expect from Ms. Hardeman LOL

MSHardeman

06/02/2011, 02:31 PM

Mark you gotz such a cute little photobucket name there! Hahahaha!

Billy, my second car (and by far my favorite....maybe even more so than the VX) was a 1956 Volkswagen bug that was painted a bright candy red. Since it looked like a big red bump I called it Bugbite and got a license plate to match. All the way through high school and college I was know as Bugbite because of that car.

Good times, good times.....

Dave, until you said something about that in Moab it had never struck me that my screen name could be interpreted that way. I should change that.....

BigSwede

06/02/2011, 03:45 PM

Rain made it interesting early on...
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0575a.jpg

Fernando on Launching Pad. If your tires were clean, traction wasn't a problem.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0577a.jpg

Waterfalls
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0578a.jpg

Who says the badge is crooked?
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0581a.jpg

Scenery...
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0582a.jpg

Gizmo42

06/02/2011, 06:50 PM

Cool pics.. the waterfalls and scenery are awesome

VX crazy

06/02/2011, 07:50 PM

Steve the waterfalls are the best, wish I could have seen that in person!

ZEUS

06/02/2011, 08:42 PM

Steve, I think I prefer the badge slightly tilted! BTW, I really dig the new color of your RS too - much better than slut red.

Gizmo42

06/02/2011, 09:17 PM

Any updates on all the broken front diffs?

I know the yard I was at this weekend had a few TOD troopers with front diff intact. They charge $60 for a 3rd member (have to pull it yourself). The pinion flange from rodeo 3rd members would have to be changed to work in a VX since yours have a cv drive shaft attached by 6 bolts and non-TOD isuzus have regular u-joint shafts attached with 4 bolts. Pretty sure any TOD trooper (availabe '98+) 3rd member would be the same as a VX one as long as the gear ratio matched.

mhill

06/03/2011, 08:34 AM

Hey Dave, I figured now was a good time to get that 3rd member with Aussie locker from independent4x. Also going to put the Warn premium hubs on. I will loose the TOD but dont need that too often on the sunny streets in Phoenix! For now the VX sits dormant in the garage still covered in Moab mud! :smilewink

How is everyone elses carnage?

Those bumpers on the rodeo/passport are awesome!

ZEUS

06/03/2011, 11:30 AM

I noticed I bent my tail pipe but I was able to put it back where it was supposed to be. Have a leaky diff cover now too. Everything else is a-okay... well other than it's still a Jeep. :D

JoFotoz

06/03/2011, 12:08 PM

I'm getting bits together...

Any updates on all the broken front diffs?

.....got a front Third member and half shafts coming from Ryan (LittleBeast)
Gonna wait till a set of diff drop brackets are availabkle, then do it all in one.

So TWO wheelin' right now...

jo

BigSwede

06/03/2011, 12:22 PM

BTW for those looking for 10-bolt thirds, "Mediamonkey" on the Planet is parting out a 93 Trooper...

Bob Barker

06/03/2011, 02:25 PM

Steve, I think I prefer the badge slightly tilted! BTW, I really dig the new color of your RS too - much better than slut red.

You got a paint code number on that? :laugho:

BigSwede

06/03/2011, 05:04 PM

Fins 'n Things
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0585a.jpg

Scenery
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0587a.jpg

Willy on Ken's Climb
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0591a.jpg

Dave on Ken's Climb
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0592a.jpg

Camp Sweet Camp (Pack Creek)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0593a.jpg

A chilly night at the stoop, eh Travis?
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0595a.jpg

Greg and Lisa
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y40/BigSwede/Moab%202011/IMGP0598a.jpg