what do you use your vx for?

[evillecutter]

is your vx your daily driver, just for fun on the weekends, or something else? you can select more than one

[tom4bren]

I selected all three because:

1. DD: Boy is still using it for his DD (until I get the Samurai on the road for him)

2. Weekend fun: Oh hell yah!!! Even have it set up now to tow behind the RV so we can have fun all over the place.

3. Other: It's the workhorse vehicle now since the TLC died. Hauls cinder blocks, tows the SeaDoos, tows trailer to the dump on occasion, ....

[Y33TREKker]

Mine is mainly for cruisin around stylin' and profilin'. :bwgy:

[Triathlete]

Daily driver and rock crusher! :)

[Rampage108]

Driving

[tribalvx]

i use mine to smoke the pipes off the offroaders here in El Paso, Tx on the sand dunes...

[Slideways]

Daily and Rallyx, Beating them pesky subarus.

[etlsport]

Daily driver from Feb 06.. just bought a new daily now, so shes a garage/show queen now :)

[H3_VX]

um, I drive it. well, when my wife isn't hogging it.

[pbkid]

All three,
Daily driver, offroader, and whoopin up on some STI's in the snow :p

[whitebreadx]

I use mine to break necks and sign checks. ;]

[vt_maverick]

I retired my first VX from DD "active duty" when I transitioned to working from home about a year ago. I use my new VX (like my old one) to do almost everything: cross-country trips with the fam, rock crawling in Moab, deep sand driving in the Outer Banks, hauling the grill to company picnics, etc. I have always felt that the VX is as practical as you decide to make it.

:thumbup:

[RickOKC]

I use mine for a little bit of everything. It's my cargo hauler (sounds funny, but that ability is HUGE compared to my Mustang!) This year I've officially used it as a vacation rover / off-road source of entertainment. It's also my favorite vehicle to take to car shows.

It's funny, my real intent when buying a 2nd vehicle for hauling stuff started with just wanting a cheap, used truck. I was frustrated trying to get things to and from my house, but I couldn't bear thinking about getting rid of my beloved '08 Mustang. Over the last 2 years of VX ownership, I've driven it much more often than the Mustang. I love both, but the VX is just as fun on a whole different level. :)

[Ldub]

Mine is mainly for cruisin around stylin' and profilin'. :bwgy:


Daily driver and rock crusher! :)


Driving


All three,
Daily driver, offroader, and whoopin up on some STI's in the snow :p


I use mine for a little bit of everything. It's my cargo hauler (sounds funny, but that ability is HUGE compared to my Mustang!) This year I've officially used it as a vacation rover / off-road source of entertainment. It's also my favorite vehicle to take to car shows.



X2...:thumbup:

I'm a "all 3'r" too.

[twalker920]

All three. The "other" being "confuse the locals, and repel zombies".

I use my motorcycle for DD unless weather turns sour, then the VX gets her turn. Or unless I want to listen to music while I drive...

[VX KAT]

what do you use your vx for?.......

PURE FUN!

[H3_VX]

what do you use your vx for?.......

PURE FUN!

:yes:

[PK]

In my opinion, owing a VX is like being married to a super model.:yesgray::yesy::yeso:

You wouldn't put her (or him) in bubble wrap and leave them at home.

Ride them hard and -------oops, forgot where I was going with that one.:o:o;):p


PK

[VX KAT]

Ride them hard and -------oops, forgot where I was going with that one.:o:o;):p


PK
:naughty: http://www.pic4ever.com/images/25r30wi.gif

[tom4bren]

Ride them hard and -------oops, forgot where I was going with that one.:o:o;):p

+

Now that food has replaced sex in my life -

I can't even get into my own pants!!

I have no response to that.

Except:


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/CIMG1992.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/CIMG1989.JPG

She gets used hard ... & not always politely:


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/0526100759-00.jpg

[Marlin]

Mine is a DD and offroad beast. She is leaning more and more toward offroad every year.
The other: how to take Isuzus apart and put them back together. How to weld, how to cut steel, how create art (first bumper reference).

[VX KAT]

Mine is a DD and offroad beast. She is leaning more and more toward offroad every year.
The other: how to take Isuzus apart and put them back together. How to weld, how to cut steel, how create art (first bumper reference), how to get tire tracks on shoulder and face....
U forgetted one....:rotate:

[Marlin]

U forgetted one....:rotate:

Touche, I should actually be getting surgery sometime this fall/winter, yippee! Free time off of work to do fun things to the VX.

[VX KAT]

Touche, I should actually be getting surgery sometime this fall/winter, yippee! Free time off of work to do fun things to the VX.

on that shoulder? didn't know it was injured, other than the severe road rash.

[PK]

I have no response to that.

Except:



She gets used hard ... & not always politely:



Hmmm - yep, you ride yours extra hard.:yesgray::yesy::yeso:

"Wanna play rough cowboy??"

PK

[Ldub]

on that shoulder? didn't know it was injured, other than the severe road rash.

I'm goin' with face...:laughing:

[VXR]

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

[vt_maverick]

VXR - What's that on your insert? Never noticed it before.

[Cris]

I just drive mine , its a collectable .I know mine doesent need cladding or rims or paint nothin set in the garage most of the time being pampered and carressed . my Izzie is almost as clean as it was the day I bought it new, I dont beat on it . How many others can say that?

[tom4bren]

Cris,

I'm sure your VX is a thing of beauty. But ...

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=15461&highlight=reflection

Look at post 28.

If you can't see your reflection in the rear pumpkin - your VX isn't being maintained to rickshaw's exacting standards.:)

& unless you keep a California duster handy in your glovebox, you're not maintaining it to cobrajet's exacting standars.:)

I admire the care you guys give your VX though. My VX is loved but abused.

[VXR]

VXR - What's that on your insert? Never noticed it before.

It's an aluminum insert each bump is a vent.

[Cobrajet]

I just drive mine , its a collectable .I know mine doesent need cladding or rims or paint nothin set in the garage most of the time being pampered and carressed . my Izzie is almost as clean as it was the day I bought it new, I dont beat on it . How many others can say that?

ME? :)

Mine is still my "daily" driver, though I don't do much driving anymore. But, that doesn't mean it doesn't get to do some work now and then...

http://home.comcast.net/~gregg.north/Hauling%20a%20load%2009-16-11.jpg

[Etfren]

Cris,

I'm sure your VX is a thing of beauty. But ...

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=15461&highlight=reflection

Look at post 28.

If you can't see your reflection in the rear pumpkin - your VX isn't being maintained to rickshaw's exacting standards.:)


Eh, its not as difficult as it might seem. I even used the same wax he did. :)

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s319/Etfren/Cars/001-4.jpg

Rickshaw's for comparison:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3219/IMG_0852v2sm.jpg

[VX KAT]

Cris,

I'm sure your VX is a thing of beauty. But ...

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=15461&highlight=reflection

Look at post 28.

If you can't see your reflection in the rear pumpkin - your VX isn't being maintained to rickshaw's exacting standards.:)




Eh, its not as difficult as it might seem. I even used the same wax he did.

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s319/Etfren/Cars/001-4.jpg


OK, OK, guess it's finally time to come clean....:o
Hi, my name is VX KAT and I'm a VX-aholic....I'm powerless when it comes to all things VX....

Last year I started the "rickshaw" undercarriage project......I even got some info and tips from him.
I thought with the Kilby skids covering a good percentage of it, I'd be able to do everything else.
If this doesn't convince you that we're truly a deeply disturbed bunch I don't know what will.....er.... um...maybe I should only speak for myself .:disturbed :_wtf:

I believe this falls under the category of "having way too much time on your hands"....:rolleyes:

I spent many hours on it....but alas, finally realized I was NEVER going to come close to Gene's perfection.....so I threw in the towel...

But I did get some parts really nice and clean.....:thumbup:
Never quite got the pumpkin so you could see my reflection....but I got it pretty shiny:rotate:
I used Collinite Insulator wax on everything.


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSC_8506.jpg


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSC_8509.jpg


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSC_8511.jpg


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSCF4306.jpg

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSCF4309.jpg

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSCF4290.jpg

.


And even after a full YEAR, my pumpkin and gas tank are still lookin' good!
Big thumbs up for the Insulator Wax...heavy duty and long lasting! :thumbup:

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSCN2679.jpg


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/UNDERCARRIAGE%20PICS/DSCN2611.jpg

[Ldub]

Some of you people need help...:yesgray:

[eternal21]

Hauling couches and loveseats (1 @ a time, of courses) around on the bike racks.

[RabidPony]

I use mine as a dd and vineyard truck. I personally think it's the perfect vehicle for working in the vineyards. Can carry more than an atv and has a/c but it is smaller than a truck and can get into all those small places that a full size can't. Plus none of the winemakers know what the hell it is so I get to talk about it alot. :bwgy:

[tom4bren]

Most recent addition to the "Other" category: Stump puller


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMG_14551.JPG

[vt_maverick]

Nice Tom... I assume that was with the new hitch?

[tom4bren]

Nice Tom... I assume that was with the new hitch?

Nope. Still running the Tone Clone. It's a little tweeked though. I bent it upward when I was trying to pull the plum tree back upright (too much torque from my drop hitch). I used my Mr. Scary Hook to pull the stump & it worked much better.

I hope to install the upgraded hitch on Friday when I remove the old door & install the one from your original VX. Door is painted & ready to go.

[mikieg]

My Vx is used...or not used...as a garage queen...

I really have to say, however, that although I never had a room mate or house mate (other than my Beloved One), I think the only person on planet earth that I would ever be able to co-habitate with is Rickshaw...and I thought I was the only one that anal-retentive/Obsessive-compulsive! Luv ya, Bro...

[Hcloud13]

I use mine only as a daily driver.
I only got my Vehicross for it's looks and rarity as I can't bring myself to drive a mundane looking everyday car that you see 10 of on the road side by side.

Mine will never go offroad and will be babied as long as I own it.

[gunbarrelvx]

Rode my bicycle to work everyday last week. The VX is shined up and enjoyable for my eyes sitting in the garage. Had a beer this evening out there and had a supreme feeling of satisfaction with owning it. Good stuff.

[Vendetta]

I use mine to dream up projects, spend a bunch of money on the supplies, and then procrastinate getting them done. It's complicated. But it looks so awesome in my mind's eye all finished!

Some day...
-V

EDIT: And oh yeah, daily driver too.

[Scott Larson]

Yup V, I've got that same problem x10. Everywhere I walk around here I see tons of projects that will look so nice when they are done. The VX is on a looong list. It's an enjoyable problem to have though...:thumbup::_wrench:

[evillecutter]

way more daily drivers than i originally thought there would be - very cool

[gletom]

I drive very rarely and mostly to car shows.

[Baldwin]

My OG Proton is my daily driver. My 2nd Proton...aka: Junior...is a work in progress and might one day be as nice as Senior and maybe even have some extra mods on him to be a show car.

[tom4bren]

Crushing beer cans!!!


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/100528_VX_accident_1.jpg

[Vendetta]

Daily driver when the temps fall below 50 degrees.
Complimentary snow rescue (pulled a dozen victims out of drifts and ditches in the latest blizzard).
Costco runs.
Bewildering other drivers wondering what the hell it is.
Intimidating Land Rover owners, particularly those of the Evoque.
Beach trips.
Ski trips.
Bike trips.
Daydream scenario catalyst.
Money sink.
Fountain of youth.
Smile generator.

-V

[Ldub]

Daily driver when the temps fall below 50 degrees.
Complimentary snow rescue (pulled a dozen victims out of drifts and ditches in the latest blizzard).
Costco runs.
Bewildering other drivers wondering what the hell it is.
Intimidating Land Rover owners, particularly those of the Evoque.
Beach trips.
Ski trips.
Bike trips.
Daydream scenario catalyst.
Money sink.
Fountain of youth.
Smile generator.

-V

Nominated for best list evar!!!...:thumbup:

[Jolly Roger VX'er]

Currently it's carting the exotic dancer I'm dating to her weekend employment and scaring off anybody thinking of stealing her loot...lol.

My S10 ZR2 has the boring job of lugging my butt to work!

[gletom]

car shows and polishing.

[EVO]

I live only 10 miles from work so I DD my VX half the week and hunt for Vettes and Vipers with my EVO the other half!!! Just kidding! I drive like an Old Man Most of the time, I can't afford the tickets!!!

[Baldmason]

I use it for all three. The other would be making my wife happy by letting her drive it once in a while.

[H3_VX]

Rode my bicycle to work everyday last week. The VX is shined up and enjoyable for my eyes sitting in the garage. Had a beer this evening out there and had a supreme feeling of satisfaction with owning it. Good stuff.

That's cool!!!!

[iyafyl]

I use mine as a DD and rompin around in the snow here....buuuuut, that's a bit different here than most places with the odd weather system in Juneau. It was snowing a few weeks ago, 80 degrees most of last week, and raining heavy and 50 degrees this week. We really put VX's through their paces out here, but there couldn't be a more perfect vehicle than the VX for Alaska. To prove that point....there are only 30,000 in this land locked town and there are 4 VX's....and all still running and in good condition. Unfortunately, the other 3 don't seem to like forums.....the wankers :bgwo:

[webdog]

Daily driver plus commutes of 140 miles on Fridays. It carries 2 kayaks frequently and backroading with occasional off road work. People still ask me "what the hell is it".

[gletom]

Our Proton sits under varied colored lighting. To to be viewed like a fine painting. In the rec room[three car garage renovated] as we sip a fine vintage .The VX is surrounded with Memobillia slot machines ,pinball games and pool table. The sliding door opens to the tropical pool and fountain.

[evillecutter]

party at glentom's house!

[Chopper]

it gives me a nice place to store a carcover....and it's doing a dandy job of holding down the garage floor

[tom4bren]

it gives me a nice place to store a carcover....and it's doing a dandy job of holding down the garage floor

ROFL ... you kill me son:):):)

[Maddawg]

Our Proton sits under varied colored lighting. To to be viewed like a fine painting. In the rec room[three car garage renovated] as we sip a fine vintage .The VX is surrounded with Memobillia slot machines ,pinball games and pool table. The sliding door opens to the tropical pool and fountain.

This I gotta see, how about some pics??

[eternal21]

Helping my friends do stuff like this

http://infinitemotion.net/mp/vx/exterior/hauling.jpg

http://infinitemotion.net/mp/vx/exterior/hauling2.jpg

Done it before, but didn't get pics that time.