Alaska Cruiser Trek 2008 - Page 2

Grease Cruiser · 08-28-07, 04:21 PM

Mark,
It's a 1978 and is bone stock right down to the hubcaps. It does have 31's but that's it. I have thought about a modest lift and running 33X10.50's but probably won't do that for awhile.
John

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Originally Posted by Mark W

John, tell me about your '55. Stock? if not... details.

Mark...

TRAILTOYZ · 08-28-07, 05:05 PM

I'm gonna try and make this one. As long as I have the PS fenderwell done by then

desertdude · 08-28-07, 11:17 PM

...a life changing trip

The camaraderie of Mark, the Cruiser Crew along with Alaska will spoil you.

Photos of ACT06

Not a day goes by without thinking of this experience - Wish we could be there in 2008

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Mark W · 08-29-07, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Grease Cruiser

Mark,
It's a 1978 and is bone stock right down to the hubcaps. It does have 31's but that's it. I have thought about a modest lift and running 33X10.50's but probably won't do that for awhile.
John

Okay... I was wondering if it might in fact have enough mods to handle the Trek. A stock '78 pig is one cool as hell rig. But probably a bit under capable for what we'll be doing. :(

Greg_B · 08-29-07, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by desertdude

...a life changing trip

The camaraderie of Mark, the Cruiser Crew along with Alaska will spoil you.

Photos of ACT06

Not a day goes by without thinking of this experience - Wish we could be there in 2008

:::::

Sitting on that ridge watching the trucks come up the valley was way cool eh...

No go for 08 DD?

gb

desertdude · 08-29-07, 08:41 AM

Greg, unfortunately not :(

Planning S. America the hard way

Gonna miss riding with you

Mark W · 08-29-07, 11:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertdude

...a life changing trip

The camaraderie of Mark, the Cruiser Crew along with Alaska will spoil you.

Photos of ACT06

Not a day goes by without thinking of this experience - Wish we could be there in 2008

:::::

We've always felt that it is the people who come up for the Trek that make it what it is.

Melanie actually asked me if I was sure that I wanted to do it again in '08. She figured that it would be tough for it not to be a let down from ACT 2006.

Mark...

bull · 08-29-07, 11:57 PM

My wife and I are interested in going. Looking forward to the sign ups. We are located in Seattle.

-bull

rusty_tlc · 08-30-07, 09:12 PM

Any chance a triple locked 100 on 35's could handle it? I'll have some kind of OME lift, sliders and some other stuff on it by then.

We are already planning to drive from Reno to Fairbanks next summer. Looks like Tok is on the way.

Mark W · 09-01-07, 12:56 AM

An '80 with lockers is an ideal rig for what we'll be doing next summer.

Mark...

desertgirl66 · 09-01-07, 09:49 AM

Man, after reading this thread---I long to see the wildness of Alaska again and hang out with you guys around the campfire until 3:00 am!

This has got to be one of the greatest life changing events ever. The BEST people , awesome drivers and rigs and awesome scenery. It is sooo cool to see families out together and playing in the mud together

Mark, that is great that you got Melanie an 80!! Next comes the roof top tent

Look forward to following this thread---and lots of pictures after!!

Happy Trails all!!

Kristina

rusty_tlc · 09-02-07, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by rusty_tlc

Any chance a triple locked 100 on 35's could handle it? I'll have some kind of OME lift, sliders and some other stuff on it by then.

We are already planning to drive from Reno to Fairbanks next summer. Looks like Tok is on the way.

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Originally Posted by Mark W

An '80 with lockers is an ideal rig for what we'll be doing next summer.

Mark...

What about the 100 would make it less suitable?

Mark W · 09-03-07, 12:24 AM

Can't say for sure. Never seen a 100 on the trails around here. If it's suitably tired and locked and you don't mind getting it wet, dirty and muddy, then for this particular run a 100 should do just fine.

But this won't be a fire road run. We'll be seeing 3-4 foot deep crossings. more than a couple. Depending on exactly how things work out, mud and brush may be little more than a minor concern. Or we may see a lot of both.

The reason I say that an '80 would be an ideal rig is because of it's performance as a road tripper to get here coupled with its off road abilities. What it gives up to the V8 powered, bogger tired '40s on the trails is balanced by how nice the run up will be in a well set up '80.

Mark...

rusty_tlc · 09-03-07, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark W

Can't say for sure. Never seen a 100 on the trails around here. If it's suitably tired and locked and you don't mind getting it wet, dirty and muddy, then for this particular run a 100 should do just fine.

But this won't be a fire road run. We'll be seeing 3-4 foot deep crossings. more than a couple. Depending on exactly how things work out, mud and brush may be little more than a minor concern. Or we may see a lot of both.

The reason I say that an '80 would be an ideal rig is because of it's performance as a road tripper to get here coupled with its off road abilities. What it gives up to the V8 powered, bogger tired '40s on the trails is balanced by how nice the run up will be in a well set up '80.

Mark...

Gotcha.

Mark W · 09-04-07, 03:16 AM

Rusty, I just realized that you asked if a triple locked '100 would be up to the run, not an '80.

I wasn't trying to slight the '100, I just read through your post to fast.

If you're willing to use the rig on the trails, then it should do just fine for this trip. And like the '80, it would probably be an ideal mixture of road manners and off road performance.

Mark...

rusty_tlc · 09-04-07, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark W

Rusty, I just realized that you asked if a triple locked '100 would be up to the run, not an '80.

I wasn't trying to slight the '100, I just read through your post to fast.

If you're willing to use the rig on the trails, then it should do just fine for this trip. And like the '80, it would probably be an ideal mixture of road manners and off road performance.

Mark...

No problem, I kinda figured as much.

I've already modified the paint scheme a little.

Dave-T · 09-09-07, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertdude

...a life changing trip

The camaraderie of Mark, the Cruiser Crew along with Alaska will spoil you.

Photos of ACT06

Not a day goes by without thinking of this experience - Wish we could be there in 2008

:::::

Those are some great pictures. Thanks for sharing the album.

Bryan062087 · 09-11-07, 01:29 AM

This is like my dream trip...

peterb · 10-01-07, 08:07 PM

Mark
I received my "Alaska Milepost" today. Any sections you suggest?
Thanks
Peter

concretejungle · 10-05-07, 11:42 AM

I know a lot of big talk goes into this trip, but i've been wanting to make this trip ever since i first heard about it. Our trips here in the smoky mountains of NC try to mimic the expedition type trip that you put on in Alaska.

I have switched jobs 3 times in the past 3 years which has financially kept me from going. I am absolutely going to try to make this trip.

If i were to ship my cruiser from NC to Washington; how long do you think it would take me to drive it up from Washington to the meeting spot in Alaska?

Ducks · 10-05-07, 11:50 AM

It's 2,000 miles from Seattle to Tok. I've heard it takes 2 to 4 days depending on how hard you push yourself. According to Google it takes 39 hours.

concretejungle · 10-05-07, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Ducks

It's 2,000 miles from Seattle to Tok. I've heard it takes 2 to 4 days depending on how hard you push yourself. According to Google it takes 39 hours.

Holy S$!T that's a lot longer than i expected. I may scratch that idea. So what'st he best bet for getting your rig up there? Can you train ship it all the way to Alaska? According to streets and trips, from High Point, NC to Tok alaska, it's 4012 miles!!! My tires would be worn out by the time i got there, plus i would have spent $2,000 in gas.

coldtaco · 10-05-07, 02:27 PM

One thing people do is drive to Bellingham and get on the Alaska State Ferry to Haines. It would be a good days drive from Haines to Tok. I don't know how long the ferry takes, but I would guess 3 days maybe? Also, it's not really cheap either, it costs as much as driving, at least in gas and hotel bills. But for one way it sure would be worth it for the views.

Ducks · 10-05-07, 02:37 PM

I was just looking at that. Looking at the time tables, it looks like it takes 60 hours to get from Bellingham to Haines. Would be relaxing and scenic. Haines to Tok is another 10 hours.

http://dot.state.ak.us/amhs

08-28-07, 05:05 PM	#32
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08-28-07, 11:17 PM	#33
desertdude IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Sedona Arizona TLCA# 2911 Posts: 2,788	...a life changing trip The camaraderie of Mark, the Cruiser Crew along with Alaska will spoil you. Photos of ACT06 Not a day goes by without thinking of this experience - Wish we could be there in 2008 ::::: __________________ <---------------------©-------------------> • North <-> South <-> East <-> West • <---------------------©------------------->

08-29-07, 08:41 AM	#36
desertdude IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Sedona Arizona TLCA# 2911 Posts: 2,788	Greg, unfortunately not :( Planning S. America the hard way Gonna miss riding with you __________________ <---------------------©-------------------> • North <-> South <-> East <-> West • <---------------------©------------------->

08-29-07, 11:57 PM	#38
bull Team Bullsac Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: washington state TLCA# 12258 Posts: 2,956	My wife and I are interested in going. Looking forward to the sign ups. We are located in Seattle. -bull __________________ 67FJ45 LPB / 67FJ45 LV / 79FJ40 / 82 HJ47 / 85 BJ70 / 97FZJ80 40th http://toymoco.com

08-30-07, 09:12 PM	#39
rusty_tlc 7 dirty words Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Reno, NV TLCA# 15069 Posts: 7,744	Any chance a triple locked 100 on 35's could handle it? I'll have some kind of OME lift, sliders and some other stuff on it by then. We are already planning to drive from Reno to Fairbanks next summer. Looks like Tok is on the way. __________________ Dan Johnson "Does this stairway go all the way to the top of the tower?" Battle Born Cruisers FJ40, A couple of thingamajigs and a deally bob, fully integrated whatzits, dash board Hula girl (pending spousal approval.) And a pair of Pink Panties, now with a doohicky in the front. Rust never sleeps. .- -.. --... -. .--

09-01-07, 12:56 AM	#40
Mark W IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The Greatland TLCA# 6303 Posts: 3,440	An '80 with lockers is an ideal rig for what we'll be doing next summer. Mark...

09-01-07, 09:49 AM	#41
desertgirl66 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Red Rock Country Posts: 30	Man, after reading this thread---I long to see the wildness of Alaska again and hang out with you guys around the campfire until 3:00 am! This has got to be one of the greatest life changing events ever. The BEST people , awesome drivers and rigs and awesome scenery. It is sooo cool to see families out together and playing in the mud together Mark, that is great that you got Melanie an 80!! Next comes the roof top tent Look forward to following this thread---and lots of pictures after!! Happy Trails all!! Kristina

09-03-07, 12:24 AM	#43
Mark W IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The Greatland TLCA# 6303 Posts: 3,440	Can't say for sure. Never seen a 100 on the trails around here. If it's suitably tired and locked and you don't mind getting it wet, dirty and muddy, then for this particular run a 100 should do just fine. But this won't be a fire road run. We'll be seeing 3-4 foot deep crossings. more than a couple. Depending on exactly how things work out, mud and brush may be little more than a minor concern. Or we may see a lot of both. The reason I say that an '80 would be an ideal rig is because of it's performance as a road tripper to get here coupled with its off road abilities. What it gives up to the V8 powered, bogger tired '40s on the trails is balanced by how nice the run up will be in a well set up '80. Mark...

09-04-07, 03:16 AM	#45
Mark W IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The Greatland TLCA# 6303 Posts: 3,440	Rusty, I just realized that you asked if a triple locked '100 would be up to the run, not an '80. I wasn't trying to slight the '100, I just read through your post to fast. If you're willing to use the rig on the trails, then it should do just fine for this trip. And like the '80, it would probably be an ideal mixture of road manners and off road performance. Mark...

09-11-07, 01:29 AM	#48
Bryan062087 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 342	This is like my dream trip... __________________ 89 FJ62

10-01-07, 08:07 PM	#49
peterb IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Heart of the Bluegrass Posts: 270	Mark I received my "Alaska Milepost" today. Any sections you suggest? Thanks Peter __________________ Damn straight I'm a college grad. Paper or Plastic?

10-05-07, 11:42 AM	#50
concretejungle IH8MUD Tour Guide Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: North Cadillac TLCA# 14646 Posts: 5,749	I know a lot of big talk goes into this trip, but i've been wanting to make this trip ever since i first heard about it. Our trips here in the smoky mountains of NC try to mimic the expedition type trip that you put on in Alaska. I have switched jobs 3 times in the past 3 years which has financially kept me from going. I am absolutely going to try to make this trip. If i were to ship my cruiser from NC to Washington; how long do you think it would take me to drive it up from Washington to the meeting spot in Alaska? __________________ 95' FZJ80 OME med./J lift, ARB rack, ARB Bull Bar w/tmax 12,500, 315 Nitto, stainless brake lines, Center Diff Lock, Sliders, IPOR Skid, IPOR rear bumper, upgraded slee sticker, custom dents, more to come. . . Remember it's a gateway drug, so it will actually lead to "crystal meh".

10-05-07, 11:50 AM	#51
Ducks IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Davis, CA TLCA# 17334 Posts: 1,085 Blog Entries: 2	It's 2,000 miles from Seattle to Tok. I've heard it takes 2 to 4 days depending on how hard you push yourself. According to Google it takes 39 hours. __________________ Chad... K7DUX.......1984 FJ60 - Daily Driver......Web Album ................"Non impediti ratione cogitationis" - Conloquium Currus .. Last edited by Ducks; 10-05-07 at 12:14 PM.

10-05-07, 02:27 PM	#53
coldtaco IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 433	One thing people do is drive to Bellingham and get on the Alaska State Ferry to Haines. It would be a good days drive from Haines to Tok. I don't know how long the ferry takes, but I would guess 3 days maybe? Also, it's not really cheap either, it costs as much as driving, at least in gas and hotel bills. But for one way it sure would be worth it for the views. __________________ Hybrid in progress

10-05-07, 02:37 PM	#54
Ducks IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Davis, CA TLCA# 17334 Posts: 1,085 Blog Entries: 2	I was just looking at that. Looking at the time tables, it looks like it takes 60 hours to get from Bellingham to Haines. Would be relaxing and scenic. Haines to Tok is another 10 hours. http://dot.state.ak.us/amhs __________________ Chad... K7DUX....