Rubithon 2008 June 18th- 22nd, 2008 - Page 16

chappysfj40 · 06-09-08, 08:28 AM

hey jim i am bringing a saw zall ... look me up

petescoffee · 06-09-08, 09:06 AM

Rubithon is only a week away and the excitement and anticipation is building. The raffle committee has been working hard to make sure we have lots of GREAT prizes in the raffle. The sponsor page has been updated with the list of supporters of our event. Please thank them by supporting their companies, and when you order parts or see them at an event thank them for their support of Rubithon and TLCA.

Check out the updated Sponsor web page here Rubithon: the official TLCA event

Also, I want to thank all of the attendees that every year personally donate to the Rubithon Raffle by bringing prizes directly to the event. Each year we are amazed at the generosity.

Dave Thomas

Uncle Ben · 06-09-08, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by petescoffee

Rubithon is only a week away and the excitement and anticipation is building. The raffle committee has been working hard to make sure we have lots of GREAT prizes in the raffle. The sponsor page has been updated with the list of supporters of our event. Please thank them by supporting their companies, and when you order parts or see them at an event thank them for their support of Rubithon and TLCA.

Check out the updated Sponsor web page here Rubithon: the official TLCA event

Also, I want to thank all of the attendees that every year personally donate to the Rubithon Raffle by bringing prizes directly to the event. Each year we are amazed at the generosity.

Dave Thomas

Thats a very impressive list!

Rat70Fj · 06-09-08, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by peesalot

Is Sonofalandcruiser going this year ?

Yep, smellmyfinger will be there!

wngrog · 06-09-08, 09:21 PM

Stoked.

chappysfj40 · 06-09-08, 10:31 PM

yes we are stoked here also. did my last dumb project, intalled a couple rock lights.
cheers and see you soon

peesalot · 06-10-08, 12:32 AM

cruiser is runnin like shit, gonna load it up and go for it. A six pack of starting fluid outa do it.

landcrusher909 · 06-10-08, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by peesalot

cruiser is runnin like shit, gonna load it up and go for it. A six pack of starting fluid outa do it.

I just picked up my 40 last night had them move the muffler it was hanging below the frame just wanted to make sure things clear Picked it up the

ssholes cut off the tail pipe and muffler welded some BS other muffler on and now it sounds like a dragster CRAP and to top it off they just ran a dump at the end of the muffler

YES its going back today and I will sit there in my lawn chair and babysit until its right . I need a vacation and a

See you all soon

rutbeer · 06-10-08, 11:46 AM

I'm going to make it, but my truck will not. :( Shipping just got outrageous with diesel prices right now.
I may be thumbing rides throughout the event though I'm riding with the fj cruisers to start with.
First Rubicon though....and that's exciting in itself. I feel fortunate just to be able to fly out and ride along.

TRT2 · 06-10-08, 03:58 PM

and you'll be providing a critical role for the FJ Cruises... one the Trail Teams are very excited about... serving as walking spotter!!! Most awesome.

knoll0351 · 06-10-08, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by TRT2

and you'll be providing a critical role for the FJ Cruises... one the Trail Teams are very excited about... serving as walking spotter!!! Most awesome.

Heck if ya switch rides to the Thursday straight thru you could be a jogging spotter

greenseaman · 06-10-08, 05:08 PM

I'm thinking of going to the end of the trail in Tahoma to watch cruisers come out on Sunday? Any directions to the end of the trail? What time will they be making it out? thanks. Is it right off Hwy 89. Thanks
scott from South Carolina

Rat70Fj · 06-10-08, 05:31 PM

Get to Tahoma:

Map of Tahoma, CA by MapQuest

and there's road signs showing the prefered path.

You should see rigs at observation point by about 8am through mid day anyway.

greenseaman · 06-10-08, 05:51 PM

thanks, I appreciate the info

Mtbcoach · 06-10-08, 06:03 PM

Pack'n my FJC tonight for morning departure tomorrow. Hope to make into Shingle Springs by Sunday night so I can meet with the Inchworm guys Monday morning for a modification or two before meeting up with my group on Wed noon.

Can't wait to meet everyone and visit a region with my daughters that we haven't seen for over 10 years. This is going to be an epic trip for us, one which I hope makes a positive and permanent impression on my girls, making them as dedicated to being in the outdoors as I am...

Cruiserdrew · 06-10-08, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Mtbcoach

Pack'n my FJC tonight for morning departure tomorrow. Hope to make into Shingle Springs by Sunday night so I can meet with the Inchworm guys Monday morning for a modification or two before meeting up with my group on Wed noon.

Can't wait to meet everyone and visit a region with my daughters that we haven't seen for over 10 years. This is going to be an epic trip for us, one which I hope makes a positive and permanent impression on my girls, making them as dedicated to being in the outdoors as I am...

Wow-If you are coming from NC, you will likely win the Iron Butt award. Very cool and dedicated of you in this time of expensive fuel.

There is a guy coming from France, but he isn't driving.

I'm stoked. Tons to do before next Saturday departure, though...

landcrusher909 · 06-10-08, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by landcrusher909

THANKS to everyone here for all your help answering questions and all you suggestions. We are as ready as we can get. I am using this weekend to finsih packing and see how everything is going to fit LOL. See you all next week.

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Originally Posted by Cruiserdrew

Yes-The water is pretty good, but I would not drink it without boiling it.

We will have our shower shelter all set up next to the 40 and 2 bags to heat up water so feel free to come over say hi and make use of it for those not bringing one .

Uncle Ben · 06-10-08, 07:19 PM

My deepest apologies if this has been answered already but I not gonna take the time to search.....

What is the campfire/briquette situation? Big no-no or no problemo?

wngrog · 06-10-08, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Cruiserdrew

There is a guy coming from France, but he isn't driving.

...

We have a guy riding with us from Germany, so that beats France

sbechtold · 06-10-08, 09:26 PM

Finished the knuckle rebuild, wheel bearings, Diamond wide kit and a few other little things today. Took it out for a spin and amazingly it all stayed together.

Still need to change the diff fluid, set the swr on the CB, get some more spare parts, shop, pack, drive and wheel. Looking forward to hitting the trail SOON!

CRUZR66 · 06-10-08, 09:47 PM

NOTE: As for Camp Fires, Maybe Depends upon the Weater, No Wind and the Caretaker in the Springs, Bring propane stoves and BBQ's, If your BBQing with charcoal check with Tony or the Caretaker First,

peesalot · 06-10-08, 11:04 PM

is 600lbs to much payload for soa fj40 ? I got custom alcan springs set for 400lbs payload and 2" lift.

65swb45 · 06-10-08, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by peesalot

is 600lbs to much payload for soa fj40 ? I got custom alcan springs set for 400lbs payload and 2" lift.

Previous post: truck's running like shi*; bringing 6 cans of starter fluid.

Add 600 lbs of payload.

Not a good combo there John.

Find someone to look at the truck.

Be safe...........mellonhead!

peesalot · 06-10-08, 11:46 PM

that would be you, on the trail. It is not runnin totally bad, just not 100%. We'll see about a compression check, if that pans out it is goin on the trailer, prolly even if it does not pan out.

woooody · 06-10-08, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncle Ben

My deepest apologies if this has been answered already but I not gonna take the time to search.....

What is the campfire/briquette situation? Big no-no or no problemo?

You'll need to pick up a fire permit, and we won't know the status of fires until Tuesday.

Propane power is the key.

If you get a permit, then you can have camp fires. They will check and ticket.

pismojim · 06-11-08, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by wngrog

We have a guy riding with us from Germany, so that beats France

If it comes down to a wrestling match (and it always does), my money is on FryDaddy - one of the those guys. Can you bring him Paul?

06-09-08, 08:28 AM	#451
chappysfj40 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: PORT HUENEME , CA TLCA# 9188 Posts: 484	hey jim i am bringing a saw zall ... look me up __________________ - Iam home now from the SUCK !!!!!!! VJ60 700R4 33's 203 doubler, ARB's 4.56, OME and just a awesome truck!!!!!!!!!! - RUBITHON 2008 TESTED GOD ASKED FOR 10 DAYS TO CREATE EARTH, CHUCK NORRIS GAVE HIM 7..

06-09-08, 09:06 AM	#452
petescoffee IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Walnut Creek, CA TLCA# 13331 Posts: 1,193	Rubithon Sponsors Rubithon is only a week away and the excitement and anticipation is building. The raffle committee has been working hard to make sure we have lots of GREAT prizes in the raffle. The sponsor page has been updated with the list of supporters of our event. Please thank them by supporting their companies, and when you order parts or see them at an event thank them for their support of Rubithon and TLCA. Check out the updated Sponsor web page here Rubithon: the official TLCA event Also, I want to thank all of the attendees that every year personally donate to the Rubithon Raffle by bringing prizes directly to the event. Each year we are amazed at the generosity. Dave Thomas

06-09-08, 09:21 PM	#455
wngrog IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Canton, Mississippi TLCA# 8121 Posts: 2,517	Stoked. __________________ Rock Midget Motorsports www.rockmidget.com 2009 Calendars at www.rockmidget.com

06-09-08, 10:31 PM	#456
chappysfj40 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: PORT HUENEME , CA TLCA# 9188 Posts: 484	yes we are stoked here also. did my last dumb project, intalled a couple rock lights. cheers and see you soon __________________ - Iam home now from the SUCK !!!!!!! VJ60 700R4 33's 203 doubler, ARB's 4.56, OME and just a awesome truck!!!!!!!!!! - RUBITHON 2008 TESTED GOD ASKED FOR 10 DAYS TO CREATE EARTH, CHUCK NORRIS GAVE HIM 7..

06-10-08, 12:32 AM	#457
peesalot IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: in a house Posts: 1,563	cruiser is runnin like shit, gonna load it up and go for it. A six pack of starting fluid outa do it. __________________ John on the hawgs


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06-10-08, 11:46 AM	#459
rutbeer IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,122	I'm going to make it, but my truck will not. :( Shipping just got outrageous with diesel prices right now. I may be thumbing rides throughout the event though I'm riding with the fj cruisers to start with. First Rubicon though....and that's exciting in itself. I feel fortunate just to be able to fly out and ride along. __________________ 78FJ40 w/13BT diesel (BIESEL),66FJ45(MARMUT), 13BT install thread www.importpurist.com "Much like a cat or hot buttered toast, the correct side will always try to land down. If the bezel is on upside down, then the force of it trying to right itself may cause you to roll your cruiser unexpectedly."

06-10-08, 03:58 PM	#460
TRT2 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,156	and you'll be providing a critical role for the FJ Cruises... one the Trail Teams are very excited about... serving as walking spotter!!! Most awesome. __________________ Tony Twiddy #5049

06-10-08, 05:08 PM	#462
greenseaman IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC TLCA# 10242 Posts: 52	I'm thinking of going to the end of the trail in Tahoma to watch cruisers come out on Sunday? Any directions to the end of the trail? What time will they be making it out? thanks. Is it right off Hwy 89. Thanks scott from South Carolina __________________ '85 4runner, unknown lift, 33" trailblazers that rub,22re that doesn't run right '94 mini mud truck-no bed, 4:88s w/Detroit rear, lockrite front, radiator in back, 4.3 vortec, 35" Boggers, warn xd9000I on all-pro bumper, all-pro sliders, Hanneman fenders and hood, rolled twice

06-10-08, 05:31 PM	#463
Rat70Fj IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 80	Get to Tahoma: Map of Tahoma, CA by MapQuest and there's road signs showing the prefered path. You should see rigs at observation point by about 8am through mid day anyway.

06-10-08, 05:51 PM	#464
greenseaman IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC TLCA# 10242 Posts: 52	thanks, I appreciate the info __________________ '85 4runner, unknown lift, 33" trailblazers that rub,22re that doesn't run right '94 mini mud truck-no bed, 4:88s w/Detroit rear, lockrite front, radiator in back, 4.3 vortec, 35" Boggers, warn xd9000I on all-pro bumper, all-pro sliders, Hanneman fenders and hood, rolled twice

06-10-08, 06:03 PM	#465
Mtbcoach IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Cary, NC TLCA# 17784 Posts: 277	Pack'n my FJC tonight for morning departure tomorrow. Hope to make into Shingle Springs by Sunday night so I can meet with the Inchworm guys Monday morning for a modification or two before meeting up with my group on Wed noon. Can't wait to meet everyone and visit a region with my daughters that we haven't seen for over 10 years. This is going to be an epic trip for us, one which I hope makes a positive and permanent impression on my girls, making them as dedicated to being in the outdoors as I am... __________________ '07 FJ Cruiser Sun Fusion 4X4 AT, ATRAC Hack'd Demello Front & Rear Bumper w/Warn M8000 Demello Sliders, Bud's full set Inchworm Lefty, ARB front locker OME kit 886/140 front, 895/N17e rear Super Swamper SSR 35/10.5/16's Train Hard, Rest Harder

06-10-08, 07:19 PM	#468
Uncle Ben heavy foot...broken parts Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Colorado TLCA# 3007 Posts: 655	My deepest apologies if this has been answered already but I not gonna take the time to search..... What is the campfire/briquette situation? Big no-no or no problemo? __________________ "j**ps make great...traction!" Kevin ehrlick tlca #3Ø07 rising sUn stay on the trail louisville, colorado B '64 fj-40 (wild rice), '97 fzj-80 40th aNniversary (ricecake) ST. FUAW!

06-10-08, 09:26 PM	#470
sbechtold IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 171	Finished the knuckle rebuild, wheel bearings, Diamond wide kit and a few other little things today. Took it out for a spin and amazingly it all stayed together. Still need to change the diff fluid, set the swr on the CB, get some more spare parts, shop, pack, drive and wheel. Looking forward to hitting the trail SOON! __________________ 2007 Titanium Silver FJ Cruiser, 4x4, AT \| Inchworm Crawler \| Demello-Offroad SAC \| Diamond Axles 1970 Red Land Cruiser FJ40, 4x4, 3 Spd \| Stock

06-10-08, 09:47 PM	#471
CRUZR66 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 164	NOTE: As for Camp Fires, Maybe Depends upon the Weater, No Wind and the Caretaker in the Springs, Bring propane stoves and BBQ's, If your BBQing with charcoal check with Tony or the Caretaker First, __________________ I OWN A 66 LAND CRUISER THAT I HAVE BUILT FOR THE RUBICON AND ANY OTHER RUNS, CHEVY 350, SM465,NP205, DANA 70 IN THE REAR, DANA60 IN THE FRONT 5:38 GEARS, 4 LINK IN THE REAR, OLD MAN EMU'S ON THE FRONT, NEW ROLLCAGE , NEW WIDER FENDERS, AND A CUSTOM PUSH BAR/BUMPER IN FRONT.

06-10-08, 11:04 PM	#472
peesalot IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: in a house Posts: 1,563	is 600lbs to much payload for soa fj40 ? I got custom alcan springs set for 400lbs payload and 2" lift. __________________ John on the hawgs

06-10-08, 11:46 PM	#474
peesalot IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: in a house Posts: 1,563	that would be you, on the trail. It is not runnin totally bad, just not 100%. We'll see about a compression check, if that pans out it is goin on the trailer, prolly even if it does not pan out. __________________ John on the hawgs