3/22 Shakedown run?

zebrabeefj40 · 02-26-08, 07:21 PM

Gents,

I am making every effort to attend this ride with my Cruiser. I've had it since Labor Day weekend of last year and have yet to hit the trail.

To say I'm jonesin to wheel is a minor understatement.

Like 4rnr I'm probably gonna head up Friday after work and stay at the hotel (if they're open). Makes for a long day Saturday otherwise. If anyone is interested in riding Sunday I could be convinced to drive up Saturday instead to wheel the following day. An extra day of riding makes my fuel bill look less painful too.

How about it? Who else is planing to make the ride?

Nick

4rnr · 02-26-08, 08:49 PM

I know tom wimberly (TNT4x4) doesnt post here but he is planning on coming down and he might bring his bronco (its sweet). I think he said he is going to try to get Steve (Cliffs owner) to come as well now that he has a rig. The both of them havent been to the badlands in many years... My other buddy Joe (Joez) might make it as well.

Gappy · 02-27-08, 04:47 PM

That weekend is the front end of our Spring Break but I'm thinking it should work out for one long day Saturday.

PhilC64 · 02-27-08, 10:19 PM

Depending on my parts install progress I might bring the 62 for a debut run. If not then the FJC gets the honors.

After seeing Tom's rig this past Sunday I'd love to see that in action!

Gappy · 02-28-08, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PhilC64

Depending on my parts install progress I might bring the 62 for a debut run. If not then the FJC gets the honors.

After seeing Tom's rig this past Sunday I'd love to see that in action!

Did you see my rig at Carl's shop or are you talking about a different Tom?

PhilC64 · 02-28-08, 04:35 PM

Tom Wimberly (TNT4x4) at the Cliff's this past Sunday

traxman25 · 03-02-08, 10:47 PM

I'll be there. That Friday is Good Friday, would anyone be up for wheeling Friday and Sat? The boys have off school and I really want to wheel, and it would be nice to make the trip a little more worth while. Diesel is EXPENSIVE!! Say like noon Friday. I think we are going to stay over in Danville IL though, got the indoor pool to keep the boys entertained...

SAR_Squid79 · 03-02-08, 11:58 PM

I take it we're talking about Badlands?

4rnr · 03-03-08, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by traxman25

I'll be there. That Friday is Good Friday, would anyone be up for wheeling Friday and Sat? The boys have off school and I really want to wheel, and it would be nice to make the trip a little more worth while. Diesel is EXPENSIVE!! Say like noon Friday. I think we are going to stay over in Danville IL though, got the indoor pool to keep the boys entertained...

Good, you can see whats left of your x-member.

traxman25 · 03-04-08, 01:20 PM

Anyone care if this gets cross posted to other forums?

Cruiser Clint · 03-04-08, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by traxman25

Anyone care if this gets cross posted to other forums?

Please do, the more the merrier!

Clint

traxman25 · 03-04-08, 10:13 PM

Same feeling here. I had a guy from Lafayette call and order some parts today, he said he's up for it.

Gappy · 03-05-08, 04:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by traxman25

I'll be there. That Friday is Good Friday, would anyone be up for wheeling Friday and Sat? The boys have off school and I really want to wheel, and it would be nice to make the trip a little more worth while. Diesel is EXPENSIVE!! Say like noon Friday. I think we are going to stay over in Danville IL though, got the indoor pool to keep the boys entertained...

More kids....cool......how old?

traxman25 · 03-05-08, 06:36 AM

6 and 14.

tonyota · 03-05-08, 04:03 PM

I will be there on Saturday, bright & early. I might bring my son, he's 22. I am up for the day, but not Friday or Sunday. So lookin forward to this event. Later, Tony.

tonyota · 03-05-08, 04:04 PM

I think Johnnys gonna come too.

4rnr · 03-07-08, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by traxman25

I'll be there. That Friday is Good Friday, would anyone be up for wheeling Friday and Sat? The boys have off school and I really want to wheel, and it would be nice to make the trip a little more worth while. Diesel is EXPENSIVE!! Say like noon Friday. I think we are going to stay over in Danville IL though, got the indoor pool to keep the boys entertained...

me and the misses will leave here friday afternoon. pobably get there around prime rib time. Then, since we wont be camping (I dont think), I will likely drink myself obnoctious.

But no wheeling on friday for me, at least not as of now.

traxman25 · 03-07-08, 11:52 AM

When does Prime Rib start?

4rnr · 03-07-08, 04:18 PM

when im hungry

Unless someone else is going to join me. then Ill figure it out when I get there.

PhilC64 · 03-07-08, 06:13 PM

I could never imagine you obnoxiously drunk John! :thefinger: I might just have to head out there that Friday to watch the fireworks!

Gumby · 03-08-08, 03:27 PM

The pig should be ready for a good shake down run with the EFI and locker mod 12.2

New tires on the trailer too, so no more Gumby napping my co-driver/truck guard.

Even got a new batch of TEQ stickers. Maybe some pig ones too. Good for 10 hp each.

PhilC64 · 03-08-08, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gumby

...New tires on the trailer too, so no more Gumby napping my co-driver/truck guard.

Even got a new batch of TEQ stickers. Maybe some pig ones too. Good for 10 hp each.

Gumby was more problems than what he was worth. The little bastid had this funky smell to him that drew flies! lol Stickers? Cool! I want a dozen of 'em so I can go faster than my wife's 4 cylinder minivan!

toyman317 · 03-16-08, 07:15 PM

This thread needs a bump. Plan to be there Sat. early. Looking forward to it.

traxman25 · 03-16-08, 10:32 PM

This weekend I finally admitted to myself the fact that I have a very weak Pass side front spring pack. Not sure what, if anything I'll be able to do about it this week though. I'll still be there, but I might have a saggy front right end. :( I don't have the truck here at the shop so that complicates things a lot. I might pulling apart a spring pack I have here and try swapping out a few leaves if I have time.

Dbl Blk <> · 03-17-08, 07:44 AM

Bummer I won't be able to make it. Hopefully, after this semester I can come to an event again. Have fun you guys!

BTW, Tom, your rig is looking better all the time!

4rnr · 03-17-08, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by traxman25

This weekend I finally admitted to myself the fact that I have a very weak Pass side front spring pack. Not sure what, if anything I'll be able to do about it this week though. I'll still be there, but I might have a saggy front right end. :( I don't have the truck here at the shop so that complicates things a lot. I might pulling apart a spring pack I have here and try swapping out a few leaves if I have time.

I have a set of marlin leafs (f & r) I doubt they are the right length, but let me know if you want me to grab one

traxman25 · 03-17-08, 11:40 AM

John,

If I can't get anything worked out Thursday and we are having troubles with it Friday afternoon I'll give you a call. Thanks!

02-26-08, 07:21 PM	#1
zebrabeefj40 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: southeastern IN TLCA# 7767 Posts: 1,726	3/22 Shakedown run? Gents, I am making every effort to attend this ride with my Cruiser. I've had it since Labor Day weekend of last year and have yet to hit the trail. To say I'm jonesin to wheel is a minor understatement. Like 4rnr I'm probably gonna head up Friday after work and stay at the hotel (if they're open). Makes for a long day Saturday otherwise. If anyone is interested in riding Sunday I could be convinced to drive up Saturday instead to wheel the following day. An extra day of riding makes my fuel bill look less painful too. How about it? Who else is planing to make the ride? Nick

02-26-08, 08:49 PM	#2
4rnr IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Plainfield, IL TLCA# pfft Posts: 466	I know tom wimberly (TNT4x4) doesnt post here but he is planning on coming down and he might bring his bronco (its sweet). I think he said he is going to try to get Steve (Cliffs owner) to come as well now that he has a rig. The both of them havent been to the badlands in many years... My other buddy Joe (Joez) might make it as well. __________________ 1988 4runner 3.0 5spd soft top stock DD 1990 fj62 stock 1992 4runner 3.4, auto, dual inchworms (5:1, chromo output, twinstick, 10*) marlin sas, 5.29's, lockrite's, 30 spline longs, hydro assist, custom exo, 37" PBR's, DIY beadlocks, hs9500i/synthetic, AWshifting electronic shifters...

02-27-08, 04:47 PM	#3
Gappy IH8MUD Addict Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kendallville IN TLCA# 15086 Posts: 653	That weekend is the front end of our Spring Break but I'm thinking it should work out for one long day Saturday. __________________ Tom 1978 FJ40 400 SBC, SM465 SOA, SR, 4 Wheel Disc Saginaw Steering, Marlin HySteer 1990 FJ62 OME/HD Lift w/33" MT's SROR Sliders, ARB Bullbar Rear Aussie Locker, SROR Rear Bumper MAF U-Bolt Flip, Outback Offroad Armor Warn 9K# Winch

02-27-08, 10:19 PM	#4
PhilC64 Huh? Who me? Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Peoples Socialist Republic of Chicago TLCA# 17885 Posts: 477	Depending on my parts install progress I might bring the 62 for a debut run. If not then the FJC gets the honors. After seeing Tom's rig this past Sunday I'd love to see that in action! __________________ "We are not the base, we are the 2% lunatic fringe." - Ed97Fzj80 89 FJ62 - nicely modded (OME heavy lift and shocks, lunchboxed rear, ProComp M/T's w/ Rockcrawlers, 4Runner front d/b's, de-smogged) 07 FJC - nicely modded (Toytec lift,OME shocks, Digger Link LCA's, Revo's, JBA headers, aFe CAI)

02-28-08, 04:35 PM	#6
PhilC64 Huh? Who me? Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Peoples Socialist Republic of Chicago TLCA# 17885 Posts: 477	Tom Wimberly (TNT4x4) at the Cliff's this past Sunday __________________ "We are not the base, we are the 2% lunatic fringe." - Ed97Fzj80 89 FJ62 - nicely modded (OME heavy lift and shocks, lunchboxed rear, ProComp M/T's w/ Rockcrawlers, 4Runner front d/b's, de-smogged) 07 FJC - nicely modded (Toytec lift,OME shocks, Digger Link LCA's, Revo's, JBA headers, aFe CAI)


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03-02-08, 10:47 PM	#7
traxman25 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Platteville, WI Posts: 83	I'll be there. That Friday is Good Friday, would anyone be up for wheeling Friday and Sat? The boys have off school and I really want to wheel, and it would be nice to make the trip a little more worth while. Diesel is EXPENSIVE!! Say like noon Friday. I think we are going to stay over in Danville IL though, got the indoor pool to keep the boys entertained... __________________ 4x Innovations - Quality Custom Toyota based tube products at a fair price Check out the 87 Runner trail rig. -Adam- Toll Free @ 1-877-359-1611

03-02-08, 11:58 PM	#8
SAR_Squid79 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lake Bluff, IL TLCA# 17716 Posts: 145	I take it we're talking about Badlands? __________________ ~Jamie 2000 TRD 4WD PreRunner Supercharged, Locked, Armored. Mountain - she can crawl it. Ass - She can haul it.

03-04-08, 01:20 PM	#10
traxman25 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Platteville, WI Posts: 83	Anyone care if this gets cross posted to other forums? __________________ 4x Innovations - Quality Custom Toyota based tube products at a fair price Check out the 87 Runner trail rig. -Adam- Toll Free @ 1-877-359-1611 Last edited by traxman25; 03-04-08 at 01:46 PM.

03-04-08, 10:13 PM	#12
traxman25 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Platteville, WI Posts: 83	Same feeling here. I had a guy from Lafayette call and order some parts today, he said he's up for it. __________________ 4x Innovations - Quality Custom Toyota based tube products at a fair price Check out the 87 Runner trail rig. -Adam- Toll Free @ 1-877-359-1611

03-05-08, 06:36 AM	#14
traxman25 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Platteville, WI Posts: 83	6 and 14. __________________ 4x Innovations - Quality Custom Toyota based tube products at a fair price Check out the 87 Runner trail rig. -Adam- Toll Free @ 1-877-359-1611

03-05-08, 04:03 PM	#15
tonyota IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Anderson, In. TLCA# 15492 Posts: 104	I will be there on Saturday, bright & early. I might bring my son, he's 22. I am up for the day, but not Friday or Sunday. So lookin forward to this event. Later, Tony. __________________ It's All Good, All The Time. 1985 Xtra cab mini. Trail rig, modified! 1985 Std.cab long bed mini. Daily driver. 1983 FJ60. Project

03-05-08, 04:04 PM	#16
tonyota IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Anderson, In. TLCA# 15492 Posts: 104	I think Johnnys gonna come too. __________________ It's All Good, All The Time. 1985 Xtra cab mini. Trail rig, modified! 1985 Std.cab long bed mini. Daily driver. 1983 FJ60. Project

03-07-08, 11:52 AM	#18
traxman25 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Platteville, WI Posts: 83	When does Prime Rib start? __________________ 4x Innovations - Quality Custom Toyota based tube products at a fair price Check out the 87 Runner trail rig. -Adam- Toll Free @ 1-877-359-1611

03-07-08, 04:18 PM	#19
4rnr IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Plainfield, IL TLCA# pfft Posts: 466	when im hungry Unless someone else is going to join me. then Ill figure it out when I get there. __________________ 1988 4runner 3.0 5spd soft top stock DD 1990 fj62 stock 1992 4runner 3.4, auto, dual inchworms (5:1, chromo output, twinstick, 10*) marlin sas, 5.29's, lockrite's, 30 spline longs, hydro assist, custom exo, 37" PBR's, DIY beadlocks, hs9500i/synthetic, AWshifting electronic shifters...

03-16-08, 07:15 PM	#23
toyman317 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Indianapolis TLCA# 15158 Posts: 797	This thread needs a bump. Plan to be there Sat. early. Looking forward to it. __________________ Ron 1978 FJ40 - Restoration project with 58K miles 1994 FZJ80 129K miles Locked with 295 Terra Grapplers and OME heavies 1994 FZJ80 with 43k miles. Tons of Parts for Sale 1983 FJ60 - Rear Locked with SROR sliders Nice Interior (For Sale) 1984 FJ60 - Rustfree Texas Truck Rebuilt Engine with 5K (For Sale) 1984 Harley FLTC

03-17-08, 07:44 AM	#25
Dbl Blk <> IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: IN TLCA# Member Posts: 54	Bummer I won't be able to make it. Hopefully, after this semester I can come to an event again. Have fun you guys! BTW, Tom, your rig is looking better all the time! __________________ 07 FJ TRD, 6MT, C7, 3F, V5, S0, G0, EL Yota Mods:Sub, Sirius, Dash Applique, 2nd Storage Net, Sport Pedals, Brush Guard, Aux. Lights, Nav, Air Dam w/ Lights TRD Mods:CAI, Oil Fltr, Oil Cap Jpn, Big Brk Kit Other Mods:Lthr w/ htd seats, DVD hdrst, Bandi Mount Future Mods:TRD SC TLCA MEMBER

03-07-08, 06:13 PM	#20
PhilC64 Huh? Who me? Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Peoples Socialist Republic of Chicago TLCA# 17885 Posts: 477	I could never imagine you obnoxiously drunk John! :thefinger: I might just have to head out there that Friday to watch the fireworks! __________________ "We are not the base, we are the 2% lunatic fringe." - Ed97Fzj80 89 FJ62 - nicely modded (OME heavy lift and shocks, lunchboxed rear, ProComp M/T's w/ Rockcrawlers, 4Runner front d/b's, de-smogged) 07 FJC - nicely modded (Toytec lift,OME shocks, Digger Link LCA's, Revo's, JBA headers, aFe CAI)

03-08-08, 03:27 PM	#21
Gumby Former Wheeler Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Knee deep in hookers and gin TLCA# 5658 Posts: 5,681	The pig should be ready for a good shake down run with the EFI and locker mod 12.2 New tires on the trailer too, so no more Gumby napping my co-driver/truck guard. Even got a new batch of TEQ stickers. Maybe some pig ones too. Good for 10 hp each. __________________ War Pig and Cerdito "Don't you know, Stan, it's *always* between a Giant Douche and a Turd Sandwich."

03-16-08, 10:32 PM	#24
traxman25 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Platteville, WI Posts: 83	This weekend I finally admitted to myself the fact that I have a very weak Pass side front spring pack. Not sure what, if anything I'll be able to do about it this week though. I'll still be there, but I might have a saggy front right end. :( I don't have the truck here at the shop so that complicates things a lot. I might pulling apart a spring pack I have here and try swapping out a few leaves if I have time. __________________ 4x Innovations - Quality Custom Toyota based tube products at a fair price Check out the 87 Runner trail rig. -Adam- Toll Free @ 1-877-359-1611

03-17-08, 11:40 AM	#27
traxman25 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Platteville, WI Posts: 83	John, If I can't get anything worked out Thursday and we are having troubles with it Friday afternoon I'll give you a call. Thanks! __________________ 4x Innovations - Quality Custom Toyota based tube products at a fair price Check out the 87 Runner trail rig. -Adam-<