Oct. HDC Moab run (3 Viewers)

[BionicCruiser]

so it looks like we don't have enough people for the group deal at Slickrock.we would need 10 people in tents(10 individuals, not 10 tents). so w/ at least 2 rv's going, if anyone is calling to make reservations, lets plan on being in the area of the bathroom farthest from the entrance. that is where the tent area is.

 

[BionicCruiser]

Pritchett

so i looked over the video i have of it to refresh my memory. i would say 35" tires and front locker are required. belly skidplates for the 80's would be a real good idea too. you'll need the clearance of 35's in a couple spots. taking all bypasses it will be like doing BTR with out any. that's what makes it a higher rated trail though.
i'm very excited that we could possibly get a few rigs on this one! i had an absolute blast on it, just like BTR. i know i can do it, and so can be an anchor/wincher/strapper for any that need it.

 

[BionicCruiser]

aside from the above, we have Cliff Hanger mentioned to do. Evan mentioned Hell's Revenge, Steve mentioned Fins and Golden Spike. what else do you guys want to run? we have 3 days and so 3 trails minimum.

 

[SteveLCetc]

Pritchett

i would say 35" tires and front locker are required

Leaves me out. Fins is pretty easy, maybe we'll run that that day, or something else. Better yet, we may not make it until Friday afternoon, so maybe you guys can run Pritchett on Friday?

 

[OGBeno]

This year at CM on Pritchett they had at least 3 busted birfs, one busted front hub, and IIRC, maybe even a flop. But those guys were pushing it. I am sure you guys will be conservative.

 

[BionicCruiser]

This year at CM on Pritchett they had at least 3 busted birfs, one busted front hub, and IIRC, maybe even a flop. But those guys were pushing it. I am sure you guys will be conservative.

we don't all drive like you dude.

my group didn't push it and had no breakage including the FJ60 who had almost no brakes before starting(I know dumb move). the time before that we had one broken drive shaft, he was full throttle on an optional waterfall with 42" tires and we think dinged it the day before weakening it. and 1 birf. 42" tires screwing around on a hard line on rocker knocker. i'll bring my video for us to review at the meeting.

 

[juane]

I rode with my folks in this vehicle over Pritchett, as well as Moab Rim at the Jeep Safari, probably in 1972 or '73.
We did not even know enough to air down the tires in those days.

juane

 

[Lovey]

Im departing NJ on Oct 1st. Will be in Moab the 5th thru the 10th.

Ending up in Coralles/ABQ on the 15th.
Maybe i'll run into you guys somewhere.

Lovey

 

[evanz80]

That's the prettiest pink Scout I've ever seen!

Juane - Maybe you should round up your sweetheart and her boys and come on out to Moab in a few weeks...

I rode with my folks in this vehicle over Pritchett, as well as Moab Rim at the Jeep Safari, probably in 1972 or '73.
We did not even know enough to air down the tires in those days.

juane

 

[BionicCruiser]

That's the prettiest pink Scout I've ever seen!

Juane - Maybe you should round up your sweetheart and her boys and come on out to Moab in a few weeks...

yea, you could relive Pritchett Canyon!

 

[DanS HJ-45]

Weak. I have to work. Have fun guys!

Dan

 

[SteveLCetc]

My brother Rick and I may not leave until Friday am - his son Ryan is going so Rick's taking him out of school for a day. Not sure when his brother in law Jerry and wife Wanda are leaving, but they are staying at Ken's Lake south of town because they're taking their dogs. Keun's wife is having surgery Tuesday the 6th so he won't know until the last minute if he can make it. That's the update from here!

 

[BionicCruiser]

well, i have some bad news... i just broke my elbow and may need surgery. i will have to be out for this trip. the funny thing is, i was working on the cruiser and flatbed trailer getting them ready when i did it.
i had just finished welding on new custom made bump stops and installing the drive shafts. i'm out from work for probably about 6 weeks too.

i'm really sorry guys. i'm very disappointed right now.

 

[Bad Mojo]

Super sorry to hear that. Get better soon!

 

[Beowulf]

Sorry to hear that Shawn. A broken elbow sounds extremely painful.

-Mike-

 

[BionicCruiser]

Sorry to hear that Shawn. A broken elbow sounds extremely painful.

-Mike-

it's not terrible if i sit very still and don't move my arm. i have no idea how i can sit still for 6 weeks.

 

[Beowulf]

it's not terrible if i sit very still and don't move my arm. i have no idea how i can sit still for 6 weeks.

... or sleep.

-Mike-

 

[SteveLCetc]

That's a bummer...

 

[pappy]

I'd really like to get a couple rigs on Pritchett with me. I can lead it, I ran it with no straps or help besides a spotter.

well, i have some bad news... i just broke my elbow and may need surgery.

WHEW!

I was looking forward to running Pritchett, Shawn. Really, I was. Honest. Sorry about the elbow.

 

[BionicCruiser]

WHEW!

I was looking forward to running Pritchett, Shawn. Really, I was. Honest. Sorry about the elbow.

i had a feeling while i moaned in agony, someone would be sighing in relief.

the pain really isn't bad. with the partial fiberglass cast, it keeps the joint from accidental movement, which is where the bad pain was happening. this is a minor thing considering what some of you in this club have faced health wise.