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[QUOTE=Steve-O;341944]Video is up! I wanted to do a picture-in-picture type of thing (my POV and Shane's POV) for when Ty gave me the pull, but I guess the stock Windows video editor software isn't that advanced :lmao:
[video=youtube;aeb3wkgPq7s]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeb3wkgPq7s&ab_channel=StevenBall[/video][/QUOTE]
Nice wheelin'. That little YJ was doing really well!
[quote=speedkills;341925]Schmitty and I did a bunch of trail on our second loop.[/quote]
I wanna go back when it's a little warmer to explore some of those features we found after that second big climb, maybe even wander over to Chimney Peak area too.
[QUOTE=rckymtnt4r;341950]I wanna go back when it's a little warmer to explore some of those features we found after that second big climb, maybe even wander over to Chimney Peak area too.[/QUOTE]
I expect to be back later in the year to camp down that way. Maybe I'll remember to post up a run when I'm out there. I want to tackle the main obstacle when it's dry also. I've made it up the ledges before in better weather, but didn't even try this weekend after watching the fully-locked rigs fail and some folks break things.
[quote=open_circuit;341951]Maybe I'll remember to post up a run when I'm out there.[/quote]
Yes, please do. hopefully I'll have some rock sliders and some upgrades by then.
Never saw an update from Louis. I assume he made it home ok since he 'liked' some of the posts in this thread. Did you drive the 4runner back home? What's the damage?
OMG, I'm very glad I was excepted into this wonderful group of people. I haven't felt such a warm welcome!
This was my First Trip with FR4x4 and apparently one of the most destructive! Boy was I lucky. Lol, sorry guys. All jokes aside, I honestly hurt from some of the sounds that came from those vehicles. You really feel for your fellow wheeler. The trail was slick and sloppy. It was great. What a pit crew out there (either trick)! That was awesome to see. The speed at which anyone was willing to help was inspiring. I can't wait to make many more memories with ya'll!
Added a couple new pics!!
[quote=PeterCbaby;341964]The speed at which anyone was willing to help was inspiring. I can't wait to make many more memories with ya'll![/quote]
That type of comment, fortunately, is quite common to hear! The folks here are a good casual group of folks with a 'helping another' perspective.
I'll reinforce - each of us are equal members in the group. There is no initiation level or timeframe. If anyone wishes to stir the water to schedule the run or simply "do something" - do it - get it done. We're all here to enjoy the outdoors and make the world a better place for our being there.
[QUOTE=Jim;341965]That type of comment, fortunately, is quite common to hear! The folks here are a good casual group of folks with a 'helping another' perspective.
I'll reinforce - each of us are equal members in the group. There is no initiation level or timeframe. If anyone wishes to stir the water to schedule the run or simply "do something" - do it - get it done. We're all here to enjoy the outdoors and make the world a better place for our being there.[/QUOTE]
We found the spring there when we arrived. Apparently someone else had a bad day.
Thanks Jim. Oh, and the coil was previously donated!
Finally I have some time to post, great seeing everyone again. Turned out to be a fun day until I broke my rear dif. Thanks to David and Mike for escorting me back to the trailhead and for Mike giving me a ride back home to get the trailer. Afternoon I went back and got the 4runner home. Today I took it apart and I have some photos of the damage, pretty painful just looking at it, this is the second time breaking it. I really need to upgrade the axle soon if I’m planning to be hard on it. But hey, we had fun and that is what this is about.
[quote=78bj40;341970]this is the second time breaking it. I really need to upgrade the axle soon if I’m planning to be hard on it.[/quote]
Did you break the ring and pinon gears or the axle shaft? I always thought Toyota axles were pretty strong...but you do have a v8 in that 4runner. The 4cyl diesel wouldn't be breaking any axles!
[QUOTE=FINOCJ;341972]Did you break the ring and pinon gears or the axle shaft? I always thought Toyota axles were pretty strong...but you do have a v8 in that 4runner. The 4cyl diesel wouldn't be breaking any axles![/QUOTE]
photo is coming, Ring and pinion, yep the BJ would never have enough pover to break the dif or the axle, HA-HA
for everyone who was there... you get to re-live the horror
for anyone who missed, you get to experience the sounds :)
[video=youtube;w6bDNurj6N4]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6bDNurj6N4[/video]
[video=youtube;6M_lqEirZ9c]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M_lqEirZ9c[/video]
[video=youtube;StQF8HStzm8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StQF8HStzm8[/video]
me blowing my tire, i edited out a bunch of rock stacking Shane helped with just for time
[video=youtube;CsbDRmnQZPo]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsbDRmnQZPo[/video]
Ty on the main obstacle
[video=youtube;NEIEhx2NKKA]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEIEhx2NKKA[/video]
[video=youtube;aptPJmWPUME]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aptPJmWPUME[/video]
"fun" ring & pinion pic. If you're going to do a job, do it right - LOL
How did it happen? Spinning tire that grabbed and carnage happened - or tires grabbing (not spinning) and more gas pedal was applied?
EDIT: Nevermind - the vids had wonderful audio quality... :eek:
Evan "Lurch" (I don't even know his Front Range screen name) having some fun
[video=youtube;uNi18WuIzXU]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNi18WuIzXU[/video]
[video=youtube;0pmCP6OcOnI]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pmCP6OcOnI[/video]
[video=youtube;BFIg1vb5poA]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFIg1vb5poA[/video]
Shane in the Range Rover
[video=youtube;Ffg5rnoEWKw]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ffg5rnoEWKw[/video]
[video=youtube;L9BJsGY0Mu8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9BJsGY0Mu8[/video]
[video=youtube;X3fHGp1Dt9g]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3fHGp1Dt9g[/video]
[QUOTE=Jim;341980]"fun" ring & pinion pic. If you're going to do a job, do it right - LOL
How did it happen? Spinning tire that grabbed and carnage happened - or tires grabbing (not spinning) and more gas pedal was applied?
EDIT: Nevermind - the vids had wonderful audio quality... :eek:[/QUOTE]
Lots of gas of course!!! Jim, you know that I'm not easy on my rigs. I'm getting good at replacing broken parts.
Great documenting! It was truly a fun time.
[quote=78bj40;341970]Turned out to be a fun day until I broke my rear dif[/quote]
I hear the rear diff pulled from the Tundra is a cheap/reliable way to upgrade. For what it's worth.