TLCA TLCA 2024 Rubithon Wagon Run

[Firemedic831]

I am going to start packing

 

[workingdog]

Does anyone know the path we are taking on this run. Going through Sluice box or another route?

The wagon run 'usually' by passes little sluice and takes what I understand is called the Indian Trail. But that will depend on the group. Big Sluice and the rock garden below it cannot be bypassed - same with Cadillac.

 

[AgentOrange]

The wagon run 'usually' by passes little sluice and takes what I understand is called the Indian Trail. But that will depend on the group. Big Sluice and the rock garden below it cannot be bypassed - same with Cadillac.

That's the only place that gives a good pucker. Always feels like I'm going onto my left side on Indian Trail even though in reality my Cruiser probably isn't even bothered

 

[Paul G]

The wagon run 'usually' by passes little sluice and takes what I understand is called the Indian Trail. But that will depend on the group. Big Sluice and the rock garden below it cannot be bypassed - same with Cadillac.

There is a big step down at the Indian trail next to 2 trees. I'm not sure what that obstacle is called but is there a less hairier stepdown that that? LOL . It's a rear bumper basher for sure. My buddies Jeep spare tire got Taco-ed 2 years ago on that very spot.

 

[AgentOrange]

There is a big step down at the Indian trail next to 2 trees. I'm not sure what that obstacle is called but is there a less hairier stepdown that that? LOL . It's a rear bumper basher for sure. My buddies Jeep spare tire got Taco-ed 2 years ago on that very spot.

I know there's a handful of places with good stepdowns. I'm pretty heavy and have a bit more rear bumper than others sticking out, but going slow and careful, I don't have a problem worrying about my spare tire on the back. I wouldn't stress about that too much. We're not speed bashing through everything. Slow and steady gets us through safe and in good time

 

[Firemedic831]

Oh I know where the rock by the tree is on the Rubicon . I can take you through little big medium sluice and you guys would never know the difference. Don’t worry ! I been watching You Tube and I got this . I think .

 

[Firemedic831]

So this is right down the street from my house . Anyways it’s a historic site but it burned down a few years ago . I have built a lot of the new building and it has just recently reopened . This pancake mix is fresh ground as in they just made it in front of me . The mill stones are like 100 and some years old maybe 200 I dunno. They told me but I was not listening . Anyways I thought it was cool
And I am bringing some for our pancakes breakfast.

 

[AgentOrange]

So this is right down the street from my house . Anyways it’s a historic site but it burned down a few years ago . I have built a lot of the new building and it has just recently reopened . This pancake mix is fresh ground as in they just made it in front of me . The mill stones are like 100 and some years old maybe 200 I dunno. They told me but I was not listening . Anyways I thought it was cool
And I am bringing some for our pancakes breakfast.

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Gonna make my stupid ass drive over to EP and get some to try myself next time I'm making a run out that way

 

[Firemedic831]

Gonna make my stupid ass drive over to EP and get some to try myself next time I'm making a run out that way

I honestly have no clue what it taste like but i am going to try it . If it taste like dirt i will give it to Peezy . I just think its kinda cool since i worked on it and its local to me .

 

[Firemedic831]

Going to be perfect in 5 weeks

 

[AgentOrange]

Make sure to bring that bug spray. Between the water everywhere right now and the warmth, I don't want to get eaten by them. This weekend I got my rear seat removed and moved the fridge, got the drawers all gone through and ready. Just needs a bath so I can see out of the windshield and I'm good to go

 

[Firemedic831]

Registration closes this week so if you plan on Joining dont wait. some of the runs are almost Full

 

[Firemedic831]

Ok i sent out a email today to the Wagon run group . Looks like we have a good group again this year .

 

[bay cruizer]

Hey all! Officially signed up for this run. This is the first time doing the Rubicon. Kind of nervous as I’m not hardcore rock crawler. Any info on how many rigs? I don’t want to slow everyone down. I’m on 35’s f/r locked 3 inch icon lift crawler case gears sliders and winch.

 

[AgentOrange]

Sounding like about a dozen rigs possibly so far? Nervous is ok. I was super nervous 2 years ago in a similarly built 80 at the time. Sounds like you have a decent rig. Any pics of it to share?
-Patrick

 

[bay cruizer]

Poser shot from Hollister testing mods

 

[AgentOrange]

You're not particularly attached to the factory rear bumper on your rig are you? Hard to tell how nice it is in this pic. Be prepared to land on it a fair bit and drag it off of some rock ledges. Front sway bar at all or at least disconnects? I really like the winch behind the bumper

 

[bay cruizer]

Was worried about that rear departure. I just removed the rear hitch that hangs down 4 inches or so. Have front sway disconnects and might remove front bumper for little more clearance.

 

[AgentOrange]

Was worried about that rear departure. I just removed the rear hitch that hangs down 4 inches or so. Have front sway disconnects and might remove front bumper for little more clearance.

Good. That rear will get banged up a bit. Going slow will help, but the overhang on these rigs is real. Sounds like you'll have a good time up there

 

[Firemedic831]

I don’t see the front bumper being an issue . Yes we do not need any trailer hitches . Only thing you need to worry about is how many pancakes to make . I am going to start watching You Tube videos on how to survive the Rubicon. So I should be smarted up