Big Rock wheeling labor day weekend - Page 3

Coppertop · 09-05-2010, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by WrenchMonkey

WrenchMonkey's Wisdom of the Day:

It's hard to tell how deep mud is, just by looking at it...

Robert

I see what you mean.

The top of Widowmaker,way steeper than it looks .

The rest of my pics.. http://s529.photobucket.com/albums/d...20sept%202010/

Nick

D4mm1t · 09-05-2010, 12:47 PM

Thanx Comanchedude for saving my ass on the way home, would not have made it the rest of the way without your help..!! Hope U made it home on time..

Sorry I stole your bottle jack Robert (or tried too), if it wasn't for my 2nd blowout I'd prolly still have it..

I had no fluid left in my X-fer case, may have boiled out from making the viscus coupler angry, not a drop came out when I pulled the drain plug.

Gonna dump the 6 BFGs I have left as I lost all faith in them.

I'm gonna be down for a while, have to find out why my front gears pop too (mostly in reverse), everything looked fine and no metal came out when I changed the gear oil so bearings may be worn or..??

Big Rock kicked my ass hard, I had a blast, definitely in my top 3 places to wheel..

WrenchMonkey · 09-05-2010, 01:02 PM

Sorry about your tire luck, Jer.

I've split one BFG sidewall in four years of wheeling, and Sams gave me a new KM2 to to replace it. The "2" is supposed to be a lot tougher, I'll get a whole set when I can afford em, tax return maybe.

What happened on the way home? Just the Tcase?

Pulling the stuff off the GPS this morning, it looks like Widowmaker climbs about 175 feet, in less than a hundred yards.

I'm glad I did it, but I still don't think I'll do it again!

Robert

Drivermod · 09-05-2010, 01:27 PM

I see you guys found the back way into the hill you were talking about Nick. Did you guys go up it as well? I agree with you on Widowmaker Robert. I've been up it but not sure if I'd do it again (I could probably be talked into it ;)). My leg was shaking pretty good when I got to the top (see roll bar cam video

)

Looks like you guys had fun. Wish I could have made it.

Ian

Flxratd · 09-05-2010, 02:00 PM

widowmaker was a rush. great day of wheeling and awsome weather. good bunch of people too.

robert if you look close that is actually chatty girl picking my nose

D4mm1t · 09-05-2010, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WrenchMonkey

Sorry about your tire luck, Jer.

I've split one BFG sidewall in four years of wheeling, and Sams gave me a new KM2 to to replace it. The "2" is supposed to be a lot tougher, I'll get a whole set when I can afford em, tax return maybe.

What happened on the way home? Just the Tcase?

Robert

It's all part of the hobby man, I had allot of fun and that's what matters most, it's not my DD so can set for a while.

My TC was pissed off cuz of different sized tires all around, the VC heated up then locked both diffs at same RPM (all wheel drive sux), had to remove my front DS to get home and I didn't have the proper tools to do it, Tom saved me a long walk home for sure.

I got my BFGs off Craigslist so have no warranty, I only paid like 250 bux for the 4 so was a good deal as they have allot of tread left. I rolled 32" BFG Mud terrains from brand new and not had that problem, still have them in the basement but pretty bald now. I poked a hole in one rolling over a metal fence post but other than that those 32s held up great.

BigRock · 09-05-2010, 03:59 PM

Great pictures and videos!

WrenchMonkey · 09-05-2010, 04:02 PM

Damn. We talked about that as you were pulling out of the lot, that you had said you were gonna pull the shaft, and nobody saw you do it.

Oh well, glad you got home okay.

(If something worse hits next time, Nick and Tom have my cell, and I'll drag it home for you if need be. Hell, 513 256 5968, now EVERYBODY's got it.

)

Robert

KennyTJ · 09-05-2010, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by D4mm1t

Thanx Comanchedude for saving my ass on the way home, would not have made it the rest of the way without your help..!! Hope U made it home on time..

Sorry I stole your bottle jack Robert (or tried too), if it wasn't for my 2nd blowout I'd prolly still have it..

I had no fluid left in my X-fer case, may have boiled out from making the viscus coupler angry, not a drop came out when I pulled the drain plug.

Gonna dump the 6 BFGs I have left as I lost all faith in them.

I'm gonna be down for a while, have to find out why my front gears pop too (mostly in reverse), everything looked fine and no metal came out when I changed the gear oil so bearings may be worn or..??

Big Rock kicked my ass hard, I had a blast, definitely in my top 3 places to wheel..

That is why I won't run a radial "street tire" for offroading! It gets way too expensive to replace $400 in tires all the time! TSL-SX all the way!

WrenchMonkey · 09-05-2010, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Flxratd

robert if you look close that is actually chatty girl picking my nose

That's kinda what I thought, but Lisa didn't really strike me as that much of a "Full Service" co-pilot! I'm impressed!

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Originally Posted by KennyTJ

That is why I won't run a radial "street tire" for offroading! It gets way too expensive to replace $400 in tires all the time! TSL-SX all the way!

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Originally Posted by WrenchMonkey

I've split one BFG sidewall in four years of wheeling, and Sams gave me a new KM2 to replace it.

Robert

D4mm1t · 09-05-2010, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by KennyTJ

TSL-SX all the way!

Those are damn good tires, I been wanting a set of boggers, if I wasn't so poor I would have gotten then from the get go, now I'll save up to get what I really need and be happy for a couple few years.

D4mm1t · 09-05-2010, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by WrenchMonkey

Damn. We talked about that as you were pulling out of the lot, that you had said you were gonna pull the shaft, and nobody saw you do it.

Oh well, glad you got home okay.

(If something worse hits next time, Nick and Tom have my cell, and I'll drag it home for you if need be. Hell, 513 256 5968, now EVERYBODY's got it.

)

Robert

Thanks for the offer man but I hate to put other people out like that, I have to be seconds from death before I ask for help unfortunately.

The guy I do some work for has a car hauler and I may just borrow it for wheeling trips from now on. My rig is all junk and truthfully I've been lucky to get from point A to point B and back since I switched over to that ZJ, the woman that had it before I got it off Ebay knew nothing about preventative maintenance, it was ready for the junkyard way back then.

Coppertop · 09-05-2010, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Drivermod

I see you guys found the back way into the hill you were talking about Nick. Did you guys go up it as well?
Ian

Yeah we climbed it first..Just didn't stop for pics..Very cool trail actually gave it a name(BYPASS)

First vid is posted..Ladies and gents heres Widowmaker.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOZhSDirEYg

Nick

tjjeepjeep · 09-05-2010, 11:52 PM

Way cool place. Whole lotta great people. Superfantastic day!! Had a great time. Passenger on Widowmaker was crazy...glad I wasn't driving.. Here's a few pics. You can tell time of day by what Pater is in...

tjjeepjeep · 09-05-2010, 11:57 PM

Few more

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Rare time he's not trying to break the sound barrier

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Widowmaker - pics do not do it justice

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Bob on widowmaker...much to Marylin's dismay

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tjjeepjeep · 09-06-2010, 12:02 AM

Fun ones..
Duke has kittens, if anyone wants one...

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Cheezits...go figure

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Absolutely beautiful day

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George nappin in the sunshine

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Serious discussion...

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Happy girl...with really muddy shoes (how do I NOT have a pic of those)

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WrenchMonkey · 09-06-2010, 12:19 AM

Smiles and kittens and midmorning snacks,
Sunshine and clouds and afternoon naps!

What's not to love?

Robert

Coppertop · 09-06-2010, 11:35 AM

Great pics Lisa,you got my good side...

Nick

Coppertop · 09-06-2010, 07:04 PM

Got it apart...

Nothing is broke ,just alot of wear and tear.(Driver Abuse)

Guess I can't complain...The locker is four or five years old.

Nick

began · 09-06-2010, 07:19 PM

Here's some pics from Saturday. If you want to see the rest here's the link: http://s137.photobucket.com/albums/q...20Sept%202010/

We had a blast. Can't wait to go again!!!
~Mandi (the happy girl who lost her shoes)

jlynch · 09-06-2010, 09:45 PM

Looks like a neat place. I would like to go there someday. Does anyone know why the rules state that your vehicle must be insured and do they enforce this rule?

WrenchMonkey · 09-06-2010, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jlynch

Looks like a neat place. I would like to go there someday. Does anyone know why the rules state that your vehicle must be insured and do they enforce this rule?

The official reason was to satisfy the insurance companies, I think the unspoken goal was to limit the Haspin-style, barn-built jalopies.

If you showed in something really obnoxious, it might draw attention.

But no, he doesn't check for insurance cards.

Robert

Coppertop · 09-07-2010, 05:14 PM

The rest of my vids.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2zgMTVSeLs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoQz91UCHbc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVDjCDDDY2g

I had a great time wheeling with everyone.Hope to do it again.

Nick

WrenchMonkey · 09-08-2010, 01:46 AM

I wanna try that ledge again.

I gave up to quick...

Robert

Coppertop · 09-08-2010, 03:32 PM

I wanna try it too....Wish I would've stayed down in the creek and gave it a shot..Well,theres always next time.

Nick

09-05-2010, 12:47 PM	#52
D4mm1t Join Date: May 2007 Location: manchester, Ohio Posts: 8	Thanx Comanchedude for saving my ass on the way home, would not have made it the rest of the way without your help..!! Hope U made it home on time.. Sorry I stole your bottle jack Robert (or tried too), if it wasn't for my 2nd blowout I'd prolly still have it.. I had no fluid left in my X-fer case, may have boiled out from making the viscus coupler angry, not a drop came out when I pulled the drain plug. Gonna dump the 6 BFGs I have left as I lost all faith in them. I'm gonna be down for a while, have to find out why my front gears pop too (mostly in reverse), everything looked fine and no metal came out when I changed the gear oil so bearings may be worn or..?? Big Rock kicked my ass hard, I had a blast, definitely in my top 3 places to wheel.. Attached Thumbnails

09-05-2010, 01:02 PM	#53
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	Sorry about your tire luck, Jer. I've split one BFG sidewall in four years of wheeling, and Sams gave me a new KM2 to to replace it. The "2" is supposed to be a lot tougher, I'll get a whole set when I can afford em, tax return maybe. What happened on the way home? Just the Tcase? Pulling the stuff off the GPS this morning, it looks like Widowmaker climbs about 175 feet, in less than a hundred yards. I'm glad I did it, but I still don't think I'll do it again! Robert __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

09-05-2010, 01:27 PM	#54
Drivermod Join Date: May 2009 Location: Union, KY Posts: 225	I see you guys found the back way into the hill you were talking about Nick. Did you guys go up it as well? I agree with you on Widowmaker Robert. I've been up it but not sure if I'd do it again (I could probably be talked into it ;)). My leg was shaking pretty good when I got to the top (see roll bar cam video ) Looks like you guys had fun. Wish I could have made it. Ian __________________ Ian 06 Toyota 4Runner

09-05-2010, 02:00 PM	#55
Flxratd Retired Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hamilton/Ross Posts: 645	widowmaker was a rush. great day of wheeling and awsome weather. good bunch of people too. robert if you look close that is actually chatty girl picking my nose __________________ One of these days Zuk 2.0

09-05-2010, 04:02 PM	#58
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	Damn. We talked about that as you were pulling out of the lot, that you had said you were gonna pull the shaft, and nobody saw you do it. Oh well, glad you got home okay. (If something worse hits next time, Nick and Tom have my cell, and I'll drag it home for you if need be. Hell, 513 256 5968, now EVERYBODY's got it. ) Robert __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

09-05-2010, 03:59 PM	#57
BigRock Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Maysville, Ky Posts: 70	Great pictures and videos!

09-05-2010, 11:52 PM	#64
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	Way cool place. Whole lotta great people. Superfantastic day!! Had a great time. Passenger on Widowmaker was crazy...glad I wasn't driving.. Here's a few pics. You can tell time of day by what Pater is in... Attached Thumbnails __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

09-05-2010, 11:57 PM	#65
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	Few more Rare time he's not trying to break the sound barrier Widowmaker - pics do not do it justice Bob on widowmaker...much to Marylin's dismay __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

09-06-2010, 12:02 AM	#66
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	Fun ones.. Duke has kittens, if anyone wants one... Cheezits...go figure Absolutely beautiful day George nappin in the sunshine Serious discussion... Happy girl...with really muddy shoes (how do I NOT have a pic of those) __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

09-06-2010, 12:19 AM	#67
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	Smiles and kittens and midmorning snacks, Sunshine and clouds and afternoon naps! What's not to love? Robert __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

09-06-2010, 11:35 AM	#68
Coppertop XJWHEELING Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Colerain Township Posts: 837	Great pics Lisa,you got my good side... Nick __________________ Just a 200 dollar cherokee that wouldn't start .. Ten years later same chrome grille ..

09-06-2010, 07:04 PM	#69
Coppertop XJWHEELING Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Colerain Township Posts: 837	Got it apart... Nothing is broke ,just alot of wear and tear.(Driver Abuse) Guess I can't complain...The locker is four or five years old. Nick __________________ Just a 200 dollar cherokee that wouldn't start .. Ten years later same chrome grille ..

09-06-2010, 07:19 PM	#70
began Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Springdale OH Posts: 149	Here's some pics from Saturday. If you want to see the rest here's the link: http://s137.photobucket.com/albums/q...20Sept%202010/ We had a blast. Can't wait to go again!!! ~Mandi (the happy girl who lost her shoes) Attached Thumbnails

09-06-2010, 09:45 PM	#71
jlynch Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 97	Looks like a neat place. I would like to go there someday. Does anyone know why the rules state that your vehicle must be insured and do they enforce this rule?

09-07-2010, 05:14 PM	#73
Coppertop XJWHEELING Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Colerain Township Posts: 837	The rest of my vids. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2zgMTVSeLs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoQz91UCHbc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVDjCDDDY2g I had a great time wheeling with everyone.Hope to do it again. Nick __________________ Just a 200 dollar cherokee that wouldn't start .. Ten years later same chrome grille ..

09-08-2010, 01:46 AM	#74
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	I wanna try that ledge again. I gave up to quick... Robert __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

09-08-2010, 03:32 PM	#75
Coppertop XJWHEELING Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Colerain Township Posts: 837	I wanna try it too....Wish I would've stayed down in the creek and gave it a shot..Well,theres always next time. Nick __________________ Just a 200 dollar cherokee that wouldn't start .. Ten years later same chrome grille ..