Events/Trails 💥Pig Party 2022💥

[RHINO]

We may need to hold off on inviting too many nonPig owners.

I'm not big on planning stuff and just sorta pack the rig and head out when I feel like it, but, if you want to add me to the non pig owners backup list I'd be obliged.


FJ75 Troopy, 1+ 4 legged buddy most likely

 

[Unimogguy]

Bummer. I'm real sorry to hear this. I'd say rebuild your 2F.

But, here's another idea to get you there. Find a running 2F, spend a weekend between now and the PP to swap in the running 2F. Go to the PP and run this donor 2F while your's is getting rebuilt, which could take some time. Swap engines when your 2F is ready and sell the donor for probably what you'd have in it.

I’m with Mike…if you wanted something for the time being I’m sure someone here knows of a running 2F they’d put you on to get you to PP ‘22. And after you get your original 2F rebuilt you could resell the temp engine for what you have in it.

 

[Hank Tank]

I’m with Mike…if you wanted something for the time being I’m sure someone here knows of a running 2F they’d put you on to get you to PP ‘22. And after you get your original 2F rebuilt you could resell the temp engine for what you have in it.

Thank you for the good suggestion. I would like to do that but logistically, I'm short on time, garage space and I imagine the extra costs of installing a temporary engine and then re-installing the re-built motor. I've found a local shop that that has a good reputation and experience with 2F motors, but unfortunately it's a 6 month process given the existing queue. I suspect we'll be zip tying a pig grill to my daily driver.

 

[landcruisnman]

It’s looks like big brother won’t be partying with the pigs this year. Cheeto will be hitting up this epic adventure. New headliner!!

 

[bobm]

Fancy Pants

 

[scrapdaddy]

Just waiting for a fishing rod to poke a hole in it.

 

[DTC72]

Medium size leak on rear driver side tire/wheel inside. Thought it was brake fluid. Ended up being the axle after pulling the tire. Pulled everything apart and sure enough needed an axle bearing and seal. Ordered a kit from Cruiser Outfitters which arrived next day and now all good again…both sides done. Makes me think I should really do a front knuckle rebuild too. Who knows if it has ever been done on this truck. Guess I have about six or so weeks before the PP.

 

[Megadoomer]

its a dirty job but it does feel good knowing you are set for a while.

 

[Lifelong40Fan]

Well, had to pull the plug on PP 2022. Sucks bc the pig is 95% ready to go - drove her last night for over 30 minutes and she did great. Just mopping up a few loose ends now. I have a spreadsheet of estimates on gas, food, and hotel expenses to take the family to NM for the PP and to visit family and have been watching the cost continually rise. The cost is now well over half of what I paid for the pig - for just a bit over a 1 week adventure. Can’t justify that.

I’m bummed bc I was really looking forward to hanging out and wheeling with my fellow pig buddies. Sorry guys.

 

[Pigeaten]

I hate those spread sheets , too much reality

 

[scrapdaddy]

Sorry to hear, but that's going to be reality for a lot people this year. There will always be another year to hang out and beside imagine what shape the wagon will in next year.

We won't talk about you while sitting around the propane bonfire.

 

[Megadoomer]

I am going to paraphrase those old Mastercard commercials.
A bunch of stuff: $$$
Pig Party with family: Priceless

 

[riderjgs]

PP2022 Shakedown Cruise II to the Outdoor Expo in Flagstaff. Everything from Rivians with rooftop tents to funky old Cruiser conversions. Some really cool 70 series stuff. About every supplier imaginable also. Headed to Phoenix area tomorrow to visit old friends but the real purpose is to reinforce the need for a/c. Photographer from Outside Magazine took pics of the Pig.

 

[riderjgs]

More pics…including a new Bronco in the best color combo.

 

[J Mack]

We won't talk about you while sitting around the propane bonfire.

You need to make yourself an ammo box fire pit.

 

[bobm]

No live 1s in thar i hope!! Quick

 

[J Mack]

No live 1s in thar i hope!! Quick

 

[riderjgs]

Seems we have a problem. Newly discovered. Not just fire restrictions. The entire Carson National Forest in NM is closed to public access until July 18. Obviously that includes our PP2022 dates.
Ideas?

Carson National Forest - Alerts & Closures

Carson National Forest - Alerts & Closures

www.fs.usda.gov

 

[Megadoomer]

Rico

 

[DTC72]

The entire Carson National Forest in NM is closed to public access until July 18

Well that is a problem.