Hi-Desert Roundup

[Vortec_Cruiser]

It was great fun while it lasted.

 

[Vortec_Cruiser]

More pics. :tear:

 

[Vortec_Cruiser]

Traction bar. :tear:

All of this carnage happened at the same time. :dunno:

 

[Echo_29]

So...what happened?
Also, what is the Hi-Desert Roundup and why wasn't I there?!

 

[Vortec_Cruiser]

I was trying to climb a short rocky section, but was having traction problems, even with ARBs. So I decided to goose the V8 a bit more, and there were three BANGS. I was able to limp back to camp on one-wheel drive. This is a Warn Birfield Eliminator front axle, and a rear Warn full-floater hub.
Then there is what's left of the traction bar.

The Hi-Desert Roundup is an annual event hosted by Cal4WD. It takes place near Barstow, California.

My vehicle is the Land Cruiser - 3rd in line.

 

[CruisinGA]

What YOU need are some SWAMPERS!!
Easiest way to prevent traction problems! :G
(thought I'd save you a post Junk, you got plenty :G)

 

[CruisinGA]

Back to the topic at hand, I guess Warn Birfield eliminator axles aren't all that great? Or was this an rare example of Warn breakage? ???

 

[Vortec_Cruiser]

I don't know, but Warn is sending me FREE replacement parts. :G

 

[fj40crusher]

Gotta love Free 8)

Gotta love good customer service :G

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