Deer Valley Challange - Page 3

CaliCruiser · 04-25-08, 08:38 PM

There is a sign in town said that Monitor Pass is open, so that is good news regarding the snow pack.

Dylan

offroadkid · 04-25-08, 09:31 PM

I'd love to run Deer Valley in our 100. I made it through in our stock 96 Tacoma with only sliders. I haven't been since 2000, when we did Pardoe's Trail one day, and Deer Valley the next. It was a killer run!!

Silverscout · 04-27-08, 12:20 AM

I'm in, I just need two weeks noitce. And I'll even bring my Toy this time!

FJ40_owner · 04-27-08, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cruiserdrew

So Rusty can't spell. Neither can eye.

Anyway, is there a proposed date for this? I need mucho lead time, unfortunately. Probably bring the 40, since this is likely it's last season.

What is happening to the 40?

FJ40_owner · 04-27-08, 07:52 PM

I ran Deer Valley from North to South in my bone stock F250 4x4.

But I am in for a run in my 40.

alvarorb · 04-28-08, 12:25 AM

Guys,

I'm in. Deer Valley is a beautiful trail.
It's not too challenging. But lots of fun. I'm game.
Last time the 2m radios shined on that trip.

Regards

Alvaro

PS: I'm staying out of the whole Shotts discussion. It's just a circular joke that goes nowhere.

reffug · 04-28-08, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alvarorb

PS: I'm staying out of the whole Shotts discussion. It's just a circular joke that goes nowhere.

too true....................

jsuthey · 04-28-08, 10:31 AM

Im' in also,can't wait to wheel this trail.We always have a blast,fun going through the river crossings.Nial bring your snowboard!!! That was fun that year,post up a pic. of that snowbank.
Also post a shot of your 55 pulling out Marks 55 stuck in the snow!!!
John

chicago · 04-28-08, 05:02 PM

Im always down for deer valley.
Its a FUN and BEAUTIFUL trail.
A couple of years ago I went with the Norcal guyz and did DV and strawberry in 2 days and it was GREAT!

Cant wait to go again!

Chicago

Silverscout · 04-28-08, 05:19 PM

That was a good weekend. Perfect weather, great food. Ah, good times............

We've got a three day weekend coming up in May. Any interest in that date?

cc93cruiser · 04-28-08, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silverscout

That was a good weekend. Perfect weather, great food. Ah, good times............

We've got a three day weekend coming up in May. Any interest in that date?

I WANT TO WHEEL NOW!

.. How's the 9-10th of MAY sound? Maybe do both those trails mentioned above, DEER VALLEY, STRAWBERRY....? SLICK ROCK?

cc93cruiser · 04-28-08, 05:38 PM

What do you guys thinkn about doing the con, or a portion of it, wentworth springs on the 3 day weekend/Memorial Day weekend?-----I mean as far as the snow level...

surfpig · 04-28-08, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jsuthey

Im' in also,can't wait to wheel this trail.We always have a blast,fun going through the river crossings.Nial bring your snowboard!!! That was fun that year,post up a pic. of that snowbank.
Also post a shot of your 55 pulling out Marks 55 stuck in the snow!!!
John

Here:

snailwagon · 04-28-08, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alvarorb

PS: I'm staying out of the whole Shotts discussion. It's just a circular joke that goes nowhere.

Because everyone knows that wagon drivers from Rhode Island are the most hardcore, besides the one wagon on Avalon, CA.

alvarorb · 04-29-08, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by snailwagon

Because everyone knows that wagon drivers from Rhode Island are the most hardcore, besides the one wagon on Avalon, CA.

Are you sure is RI and not Delaware?

Alvaro

Fast Eddy · 04-29-08, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D'Animal

Deer Valley is an easy run. Stock FJ40 made it through last year.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snook

This run is rated 6 out of 10.

That's what I'm saying about a stock fj40!

What's Rubicon rated via the bypass routes? I'm adding lockers, more aggressive tires and some protection.

yzftaco · 04-29-08, 04:44 PM

You did hit your rocker though didn't you? (I was right in front of you) Just trying to keep it real, if you will...

As for Rubicon, Even with taking all the bypasses.. I wouldn't take a stocker thru there! You're guarantied some body damage on Rubi.. (stocker)
You've seen mine (SOA w 35's), and I couldn't avoid some damage last time i was there..

Snook · 04-29-08, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddy

That's what I'm saying about a stock fj40!

What's Rubicon rated via the bypass routes? I'm adding lockers, more aggressive tires and some protection.

Rubicon - naturally "10" even with bypass

californiajeeper.com :: Rubicon Trail

That's why some drivers choose to come in from the east via Cadillac Hill to Rubicon Spring and exit the same way out. I would say rated "9" from my 100 series perspective.

Listed of rated Sierra trails
californiajeeper.com

Cheers,

Fast Eddy · 04-29-08, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yzftaco

You did hit your rocker though didn't you? (I was right in front of you) Just trying to keep it real, if you will...

Yea. I'll have that spot protected by the end of May, at least.

Quote:

Originally Posted by yzftaco

As for Rubicon, Even with taking all the bypasses.. I wouldn't take a stocker thru there! You're guarantied some body damage on Rubi.. (stocker)
You've seen mine (SOA w 35's), and I couldn't avoid some damage last time i was there..

Sigh. I wanna go. Maybe we'll come in via Cadillac Hill and ride MTBs around and check it out...

What kinda damage? Sigh.

yzftaco · 04-29-08, 07:54 PM

It wasn't horrendous, but damage none the less...

First pic shows one of my touches, the second shows both scrapes... The top scrape is more pushed in than it looks in the pictures...

Once I get my 6o series springs installed, it'll be sawzall time and that bottom scratch will buff right out...

Fast Eddy · 04-29-08, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yzftaco

First pic shows one of my touches, the second shows both scrapes... The top scrape is more pushed in than it looks in the pictures...

The rock rails I've got in my head would completely prevent that particular issue. Spring over vs stock means I'd be spending lots of time getting the ends of my u-bolts drug across big rocks by someone with a tow strap, at least. My co-driver (13yo) is pretty sure we can't make it.

cc93cruiser · 04-29-08, 09:13 PM

Mark was your 40 locked at the time, when you drove thru the con?

yzftaco · 04-30-08, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddy

The rock rails I've got in my head would completely prevent that particular issue. Spring over vs stock means I'd be spending lots of time getting the ends of my u-bolts drug across big rocks by someone with a tow strap, at least. My co-driver (13yo) is pretty sure we can't make it.

You'll get there some day! Where there's a will there's a way

Quote:

Originally Posted by cc93cruiser

Mark was your 40 locked at the time, when you drove thru the con?

Do you mean if it was locked in that picture, or if I had lockers for the run?

I had front and rear ARB's.. I run them off my Co2 system which after Buck Island ran out on me... So from Buck I did the rest of the trail open, open....
I was pleasently surprised how capable these rigs are even open! Never had to take a strap, or winch.. Even with Cadillac having a stream coming down it..

to the FJ40

rusty_tlc · 04-30-08, 01:20 PM

Since

is the only member on my ignore list I missed 18% of the post to this thread.

Did he contribute anything meaningful? Or was it more of his usual inflammatory BS?
If the latter why doesn't he rate a time out from the mods?

Back OT.

on my spelling error, sorry about that.

In case anyone missed it the pinch rock is on Strawberry Creek Trail NOT DV. I posted it to show how tight that spot is, otherwise Strawberry is pretty easy for a 100.

Did anybody commit to any dates? My summer is filling up fast,

ShottsUZJ100 · 04-30-08, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusty_tlc

04-25-08, 08:38 PM	#61
CaliCruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pine Grove, Ca TLCA# 15987 Posts: 1,803	There is a sign in town said that Monitor Pass is open, so that is good news regarding the snow pack. Dylan __________________ ROTW '85 FJ60 \| SOA \| ARB \| M8274-50 \| Sliders \| Aussie'd \| H55F \| 4.7 Toybox \| 4.88s \| Custom Crap

04-25-08, 09:31 PM	#62
offroadkid IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: El Dorado Hills, Ca. TLCA# 12427 Posts: 590	I'd love to run Deer Valley in our 100. I made it through in our stock 96 Tacoma with only sliders. I haven't been since 2000, when we did Pardoe's Trail one day, and Deer Valley the next. It was a killer run!! __________________ Joshua 1998 UZJ100 Imp. Jade Mica/Gray 295 Nitto TG's “Some dream in color, I dream in 4 wheel drive." My Wife's AVM story www.findchristiewilson.com

04-27-08, 12:20 AM	#63
Silverscout IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 70	I'm in, I just need two weeks noitce. And I'll even bring my Toy this time! __________________ 1997 Lexus LX 450, ARB w/ 9K Warn Winch, 33 inch BFG AT's, Hanna Sliders, Englel fridge.

04-27-08, 07:52 PM	#65
FJ40_owner IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: El Dorado County CA TLCA# 16294 Posts: 546	I ran Deer Valley from North to South in my bone stock F250 4x4. But I am in for a run in my 40. __________________ Third generation Californian! If you don't like it here, leave. And take your fat wife and screeming kids with you.

04-28-08, 12:25 AM	#66
alvarorb Cook Free or Die Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sacramento, California TLCA# 12833 Posts: 1,547	Guys, I'm in. Deer Valley is a beautiful trail. It's not too challenging. But lots of fun. I'm game. Last time the 2m radios shined on that trip. Regards Alvaro PS: I'm staying out of the whole Shotts discussion. It's just a circular joke that goes nowhere. __________________ Alvaro Rodriguez 96 FZJ80 "La Cabra" 08 Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 TCLA #12833 / BRC # 41799 KI7FZJ New web site with blog and pics Norcal wagons website INTI Roof Racks - Make a loan, Make a difference - Kiva.org

04-28-08, 10:31 AM	#68
jsuthey IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Santa cruz,ca. TLCA# 7702 Posts: 240	Im' in also,can't wait to wheel this trail.We always have a blast,fun going through the river crossings.Nial bring your snowboard!!! That was fun that year,post up a pic. of that snowbank. Also post a shot of your 55 pulling out Marks 55 stuck in the snow!!! John __________________ SOLD!!!93 FZJ80 Rubicon Ready 98 T-100 EXT. CAB 4WD, 2000 FOURUNNER LIMITED 4WD 69 FJ40

04-28-08, 05:02 PM	#69
chicago IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, Nevada Posts: 3,113	Im always down for deer valley. Its a FUN and BEAUTIFUL trail. A couple of years ago I went with the Norcal guyz and did DV and strawberry in 2 days and it was GREAT! Cant wait to go again! Chicago __________________ TLCA#16202, KE7VAT Toyota family: 88 FJ62 (Fairly built) 06 4runner...wifes rig! 06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way! PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada! FAWKING CUBS! Life long DISAPPOINTMENT!

04-28-08, 05:19 PM	#70
Silverscout IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 70	That was a good weekend. Perfect weather, great food. Ah, good times............ We've got a three day weekend coming up in May. Any interest in that date? __________________ 1997 Lexus LX 450, ARB w/ 9K Warn Winch, 33 inch BFG AT's, Hanna Sliders, Englel fridge.

04-28-08, 05:38 PM	#72
cc93cruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Redwood City, Ca. TLCA# 15132 Posts: 1,043	What do you guys thinkn about doing the con, or a portion of it, wentworth springs on the 3 day weekend/Memorial Day weekend?-----I mean as far as the snow level... __________________ Robert Muniz TLCA#15132 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 206K 3x locked+4.88's+315 BFG AT&MT+SAFARI SNORKEL+SLEE 4"LIFT+ARB FR+WARN M12000+HANNA RR+SLEE SLIDERS+SLEE SKID+AO DRAWERS+ARB FRIDGE+DUAL OPTIMAS+GARVIN RACK+IPF'S+OKOLE COVERS+HUSKY MATS+POLY REARS+ NOT INSTALLED YET-LONG INNERS+NF BIRFS

04-29-08, 04:44 PM	#77
yzftaco Drive-by Poster Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Mid-Cal TLCA# yes Posts: 531	You did hit your rocker though didn't you? (I was right in front of you) Just trying to keep it real, if you will... As for Rubicon, Even with taking all the bypasses.. I wouldn't take a stocker thru there! You're guarantied some body damage on Rubi.. (stocker) You've seen mine (SOA w 35's), and I couldn't avoid some damage last time i was there.. __________________ Mark 76 FJ40-- Weekend Warrior..... 97 Tacoma-- Daily.. .. My (not so much mine) Finish thread… My Rubithon 08 Hollister Hills Fun Day Last edited by yzftaco; 04-29-08 at 04:54 PM.

04-29-08, 07:54 PM	#80
yzftaco Drive-by Poster Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Mid-Cal TLCA# yes Posts: 531	It wasn't horrendous, but damage none the less... First pic shows one of my touches, the second shows both scrapes... The top scrape is more pushed in than it looks in the pictures... Once I get my 6o series springs installed, it'll be sawzall time and that bottom scratch will buff right out... Attached Images __________________ Mark 76 FJ40-- Weekend Warrior..... 97 Tacoma-- Daily.. .. My (not so much mine) Finish thread… My Rubithon 08 Hollister Hills Fun Day

04-29-08, 09:13 PM	#82
cc93cruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Redwood City, Ca. TLCA# 15132 Posts: 1,043	Mark was your 40 locked at the time, when you drove thru the con? __________________ Robert Muniz TLCA#15132 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 206K 3x locked+4.88's+315 BFG AT&MT+SAFARI SNORKEL+SLEE 4"LIFT+ARB FR+WARN M12000+HANNA RR+SLEE SLIDERS+SLEE SKID+AO DRAWERS+ARB FRIDGE+DUAL OPTIMAS+GARVIN RACK+IPF'S+OKOLE COVERS+HUSKY MATS+POLY REARS+ NOT INSTALLED YET-LONG INNERS+NF BIRFS