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2009 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Trip April 3-12
« on: February 25, 2009, 08:51:51 PM »
Ben (Krawler) and I will try to do a good job for you guys recording our trip, and will post nightly to this thread while we are in Moab.  (We still need a photographer!) 

We’re participating in the Moab Easter Jeep Safari, which offers organized, guided rides Saturday through Easter Sunday.  It is put on by the “Red Rock 4-Wheelers”.  www.rr4w.com. There will be over 1000 jeeps in town on Friday-Saturday.  We will ride 6 consecutive days, Sunday –Friday. 

There is a large newspaper they put out describing the trails, guides, and sponsors, and includes all the information and forms you need to register.  You can see it electronically at http://www.rr4w.com/pageview.aspx?id=27303.

The Easter Jeep Safari has a daily trail fee and you must submit a ride form due March 3 indicating your preference for every day.  We’re hoping for a good draw early so we get everything we want.  Ours arrived there and was signed for Monday.  Info at: http://www.rr4w.com/pageview.aspx?id=16382.




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Re: Doug and Ben’s (Krawler) 2009 Moab trip
« Reply #1 on: February 25, 2009, 08:53:14 PM »
Itinerary and Trails:

Distance door to door – 1784 miles, 27 hours.

Friday, April 2    - Rolling by 5AM, drive over half way (Salina KS/1000 miles/16 hours/ 9PM)

Saturday, April 3 - Rolling by 6AM, Arrive Moab by 6PM on Saturday, April 3rd (784 Miles/12 hours)

(The route takes us through Chattanooga, Nashville, St Louis, Kansas City, Denver, and Grand Junction.)

Hotel:         Days Inn Moab

Sunday April 4 – 1st Pick is Hell’s Revenge - 6

Monday, April 5 – 1st Pick is Golden Spike - 7

Tuesday, April 6 – 1st Pick Moab Rim - 7

Wednesday, April 7 – 1st Pick is Behind the Rocks - 7

Thursday, April 8 – 1st Pick is Metal Masher - 6.5

(There is a HUGE Vendor Exposition on Thursday and Friday.  The vendors contribute products to a giveaway drawing on Friday evening, April 10th. They require the items to be of “substantial value” and it lasts for hours.  We need some stuff!)

Friday, April 9 – 1st Pick is Steel Bender - 6

Saturday, April 10 – Depart 5AM for Home

Sunday, April 11 – Keep on chugging!

Trail Ratings: more at http://centralpt.com/upload/329/2009Paper/7702_page46_EJSafari2009.pdf

6: Roads are difficult with considerable erosion damage repaired just enough to be passable. Water in excess of 12” is possible with mud conditions. Steps not exceeding 24”. Tall tires (33” plus) with traction added devices (lockers, limited slips) are recommended. A winch would be a plus. Enhanced suspension travel and ground clearance are helpful. Excellent driving skills are recommended.

7: Trail consists of rock; sand and considerable slickrock with many steps exceeding 24”. Steep inclines and declines are prevalent. Enhanced off road equipment is required including locking devices (front & rear), tall tires, maximum vehicle ground clearance, and tow hooks. A winch is desirable. Excellent driving skills are required. Vehicle mechanical or body damage is likely. Roll over possibilities exist.

8: Extreme trail similar to #7 except a bit more extreme. Excellent driving skills are required. Vehicle damage is likely. Equipment or mechanical damage is probable Frequent use of your winch may be required.


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Re: Doug and Ben’s (Krawler) 2009 Moab trip
« Reply #2 on: February 25, 2009, 09:04:39 PM »
jealous of the trip but I want a good report... might get to hit this in 2010...  {letseat}

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Re: Doug and Ben’s (Krawler) 2009 Moab trip
« Reply #3 on: February 25, 2009, 09:43:18 PM »
Preparations made for the trip:

Found a DEAL on a TOW PIG: 2001 GMC Duramax Diesel Crew Cab Long Bed and got it checked out, serviced, and repairs made: replaced tires, rear pinion seal, u-joints, rewire hitch plug, repair transfer case leak.

Found a DEAL on a 34’ 2 Car Trailer and got it checked out, serviced, and repairs made: replaced tires, rear axle not braking due to loose wire, replace 1 hub cap to OEM.





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Re: Doug and Ben’s (Krawler) 2009 Moab trip
« Reply #4 on: February 26, 2009, 08:32:01 AM »
I just wanted to start out saying that...I HATE YOU! Secondly take lots of pics, that will make us all jealous for months to come.
Matt, Jessica, Aleigha (4), Gavin (1)

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Re: Doug and Ben’s (Krawler) 2009 Moab trip
« Reply #5 on: February 26, 2009, 10:00:39 AM »
I am upset that we do not have a photographer. >:( All the pics will be of jeeps sitting still. I will be taking the video camera and the canon big boy from work for pics. I am working on a very cool magnetic mount for my video camera so I can mount it anywhere I want. Got a 2.5" car speaker magnet that I will weld a piece of all thread rod to for the camera to mount on. Then use a lock washer and nut to tighten it on. I will be able to mount it onto the side of the Jeep anywhere I want, or under. Should be sweet! But yeah, I wish I had a photographer. :'( Journal will be taken to document the vent. These things don't happen everyday!
I've grown tired of this.

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Re: Doug and Ben’s (Krawler) 2009 Moab trip
« Reply #6 on: February 26, 2009, 11:57:25 AM »
wish I could Ben but I dont get more vacation time till mid May so no chance for me...

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Re: 2009 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Trip April 3-12
« Reply #7 on: February 27, 2009, 11:26:10 AM »
STILL NEED A PHOTOGRAPHER / VIDEO PERSON!
I've grown tired of this.

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Re: 2009 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Trip April 3-12
« Reply #8 on: February 27, 2009, 11:52:32 AM »
STILL NEED A PHOTOGRAPHER / VIDEO PERSON!

Got something in the works.  2 would be perfect!

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Re: 2009 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Trip April 3-12
« Reply #9 on: February 27, 2009, 12:00:29 PM »
 {letseat}
I've grown tired of this.

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Re: 2009 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Trip April 3-12
« Reply #10 on: March 04, 2009, 07:36:40 PM »
I moved from Utah to GA in Feburary and have done EJS for the last five years.  You will have a blast.   Most all trails on the list are outstanding.   If level 5 trails are your thing hit Poisen Spider Mesa.  My personal favorites are Hell's Revenge and Fin's & Things.  If you get a chance, do a ride with Jim Cole as a trail leader.  He is outstanding.  The event gets bigger and bigger each year but RR4W does a great job with the orgnaization.  Enjoy the ride! 

PS:  I just start searching for rocks and good riders in GA......happy to find your site!

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Re: 2009 Moab Easter Jeep Safari Trip April 3-12
« Reply #11 on: March 04, 2009, 07:43:01 PM »
Welcome..  Those are my favorite..  Fins & Things is very cool.  I have been out there the last 2 years.  Hells Revenge is awesome also.  Great advice...
"A well built rig is one that is road worthy after a day on the trail"

 



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