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OPEN RIDES & EVENTS => Trail Rides & Open Events (Everyone's invited) => Topic started by: Will on February 23, 2009, 06:15:05 PM
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Discuss the March ride at River Rock ORV here!
I don't know about you guys, but I'm ready for some River Rock! {letseat}
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That's at the start of my shitty spring break :bs)... hopefully I'll be able to make it for Saturday.
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That's at the start of my shitty spring break :bs)... hopefully I'll be able to make it for Saturday.
Why is Spring Break shitty? :D Just the timing?
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you better TJ. THis is the place to wheel in GA, some say the southeast. I hope to be there as well Saturday, maybe camp Saturday night but I doubt it right now.
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Sweet! I will be there, its the end of my spring break, I need a seat though!
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im there.
oh yeah, i should be lifted by then too {letseat} {letseat} {letseat}
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Sweet! I will be there, its the end of my spring break, I need a seat though!
I will offer a seat but you might want one in a little more capable rig...
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Damn, double damn! I will be working a show down on Amelia Island. But, I will be staying on the beach :) I am gonna be rusty after all this down time. I miss wheelin! :'(
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We are in.
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Man, I hope I can make this! I love River Rock
I thought about buying a cheap 4x4 to run while my XJ is down ;D
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That's at the start of my shitty spring break :bs)... hopefully I'll be able to make it for Saturday.
Why is Spring Break shitty? :D Just the timing?
I got roped into some BS up in Boston. ::)
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That's at the start of my shitty spring break :bs)... hopefully I'll be able to make it for Saturday.
Why is Spring Break shitty? :D Just the timing?
I got roped into some BS up in Boston. ::)
Heck yeah man, "Spring Break '09 BOSTON!!!!" :D
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I'm gonna have to run this one by the wife.
Where is River Rock at anyways? Do they have a website?
\still cleaning off the mud ::)
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http://www.riverrockorv.com/index.php
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I'll plan on Saturday. Have a spot on the trailer. Need to try it out. ;D
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I can't wait. {letseat}
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Well I have to sit this one out. As it turns out my flight leaves Saturday evening and I have a test Friday evening. >:( Oh well, guess I have a couple months to install the 'BB'.
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LAME.
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LAME.
I know... Hopefully I'll get to wrench in the next few weeks for this month's Jeep fix...
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This is gonna make for one hell-of-a spring break. We're goin on a cruise March 7-12, and then come back and squeeze in a wheelin trip on the weekend. {toast}
Just as exciting... dropping the XJ off for gears and locker the day before I leave for the cruise--picking it up in time for RR! {letseat}
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don't know if I will make this ride. I had already planned on going to the shamrock ride at Morris Mountain that weekend, may change my mind. River Rock is one of my favorite parks.
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how is the park ive never been? is there stuff that a newer rider sould do and is there bypasses? i would like to go if i could
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matt, river rock is awesome. there is something for everyone and there are bypasses for pretty much everything. you will not have a bad time wheeling if you come to this ride.
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Will.......
PM SENT....... IMPORTANT....
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Last time we were there I rode all day in a stock height 4 door and had a blast! Got hung up once or twice but hey, it happens.
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Will, Please contact me about your upcoming ride. Kim at riverrockorv@yahoo.com
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Should be fun if I can swing it. As far as I know, I have no other pressing issues so it should be open. Test out the Ranger with 35's!!
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{toast} Where are the pics by the way!!!???
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{toast} Where are the pics by the way!!!???
yeah, we need to see that pic of the wittle wanger with 7 35's in the bed. haha.
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I'm in. {toast}
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Will, Please contact me about your upcoming ride. Kim at riverrockorv@yahoo.com
Well?? {ehm}
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{toast} Where are the pics by the way!!!???
I had them on Sunday, but I couldn't get over 40 MHP (Ha LOOK JIMMY) without some wobbles. So, my spare wheel should be in today and I'm gonna have them all balanced and I should have them back soon. Then I'll get you some pics... I want 'em back on pretty bad!! These little Michelins are rather embarrassing.
yeah, we need to see that pic of the wittle wanger with 7 35's in the bed. haha.
You have to talk to Jimmy about that. I didn't get any pics.
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Will, Please contact me about your upcoming ride. Kim at riverrockorv@yahoo.com
Well?? {ehm}
I talked to her over the phone. We're good to go ;)
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Will.......
PM SENT....... IMPORTANT....
What's UP? Did you find some fresh South GA MUD? {hardlaugh}
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Will.......
PM SENT....... IMPORTANT....
What's UP? Did you find some fresh South GA MUD? {hardlaugh}
{nln}
No, Ms. Kim didn't have us on the calendar when Mike emailed her about campsites. We got it straightened out though.
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No, Ms. Kim didn't have us on the calendar when Mike emailed her about campsites. We got it straightened out though.
FAIL! :D :D :D
Glad she's on the forum!
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Will.......
PM SENT....... IMPORTANT....
What's UP? Did you find some fresh South GA MUD? {hardlaugh}
There is never a problem finding fresh mud down here. I try to stay out of it every chance I get.
I ran into a small problem about campsites at RR. I reserved one for myself. I am not sure if dad will be able to come. If he does we will bring his camper if not I will have to bring mine but anyways, I will definitely be there.. It is about 4 hrs from here. I will camp friday and saturday night...
Doug you are always welcome to come down to ride in the mud.. Our hunting club is about 1500 acres. Plenty of mud and some pretty cool ditch crossings. Pretty boring when you are used to Telico, Moab, Morris Mtn., Harlan County, and Windrock etc...
I am on vacation this week. trying to kill the death wobble. Installing a adjustable front track bar tomorrow. Hope it works.. Death wobble is hard to control when you are flat towing behind the camper.. hahahahahahah...
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Doug, party at the lakehouse?
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This is gonna make for one hell-of-a spring break. We're goin on a cruise March 7-12, and then come back and squeeze in a wheelin trip on the weekend. {toast}
Just as exciting... dropping the XJ off for gears and locker the day before I leave for the cruise--picking it up in time for RR! {letseat}
That'll be a long drive without getting those gears broken in before hand! I'll upload a picture of the Ranger soon...
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I'll plan on Saturday. Have a spot on the trailer. Need to try it out. ;D
Come and get me ;D
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Will.......
PM SENT....... IMPORTANT....
What's UP? Did you find some fresh South GA MUD? {hardlaugh}
{nln}
No, Ms. Kim didn't have us on the calendar when Mike emailed her about campsites. We got it straightened out though.
Ya... I had emailed her about lodging as well, and I was notified then that we were not on the calender. I linked her to the check-in thread. At any rate, we've got it worked out now. CAN'T WAIT!!!!!
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lodging? you need a tent and some firewood!
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They do have cabins there that are kinda like bunk houses, but there's plenty of camping room there.
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I'll plan on Saturday. Have a spot on the trailer. Need to try it out. ;D
Come and get me ;D
LOL!! Sure, I'll swing by the house in Suwanee or meet you at Wild Wings! :D
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No, Ms. Kim didn't have us on the calendar when Mike emailed her about campsites. We got it straightened out though.
Are we exclusive, or with any other known group?
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No, Ms. Kim didn't have us on the calendar when Mike emailed her about campsites. We got it straightened out though.
Are we exclusive, or with any other known group?
We're the only folks so far, but we are not reserving the park.
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I'll plan on Saturday. Have a spot on the trailer. Need to try it out. ;D
Come and get me ;D
LOL!! Sure, I'll swing by the house in Suwanee or meet you at Wild Wings! :D
This is funny considering I was waiting on my BBQ sandwich I ordered today and was browsing around the store and noticed I was in Suwanee. I didnt even realize it was a legitimate town until now ;)
I go through there a good bit, the food in that place by the hwy ain't half bad
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This is funny considering I was waiting on my BBQ sandwich I ordered today and was browsing around the store and noticed I was in Suwanee. I didnt even realize it was a legitimate town until now ;)
I go through there a good bit, the food in that place by the hwy ain't half bad
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Ya should let me know, my office is just across the highway from that weird named BBQ place. Leroy and Bubbas or something? ;)
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I might be talking about another Suwanee, this place is owned by indians and the only name I seen was Suwanee Convenience Store
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Sorry for the confusion, I just looked at the map and I am talking about a different Suwanee. It is down towards Savannah on hwy 21
Somebody else is trying to steal the name of your town though :D
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Its Shawnee :-[http://maps.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTExNmIycG51BF9TAzI3MTYxNDkEc2VjA2ZwLWJ1dHRvbgRzbGsDbGluaw--#mvt=m&lat=32.482502&lon=-81.417113&zoom=14&q1=suwanee%2520ga
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Its Shawnee :-[http://maps.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTExNmIycG51BF9TAzI3MTYxNDkEc2VjA2ZwLWJ1dHRvbgRzbGsDbGluaw--#mvt=m&lat=32.482502&lon=-81.417113&zoom=14&q1=suwanee%2520ga
{ehm} Quit worrying about where you ate lunch and finish the XJ... Actually if you're planning on working on it this weekend and need a hand, give me a call, I'll ride up for a day and help wrench.
{btt} I really wish this wasn't the weekend I'm headed to Pensacola. I've been itching to go wheeling lately.
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So anyone plan to camp? I probably won't unless my brother comes and he wants to camp.
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i'll be tenting it.
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Doug your talking about Jim & Nicks?
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Doug your talking about Jim & Nicks?
Yep
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I'll be camping at least one night...maybe both depending on the work schedule and the weather.
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Doug your talking about Jim & Nicks?
Yep
That place was good. But shanes has been growing on me quite rapidly and literally.
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I'm in. Do I need to call to reserve a campsite for Friday night? Who else is camping Friday night? Hopefully it won't be as cold as Friday night in Durhamtown.
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I'm in. Do I need to call to reserve a campsite for Friday night? Who else is camping Friday night? Hopefully it won't be as cold as Friday night in Durhamtown.
Primitive camping is free and there is plenty of space so you don't have to worry about reserving a spot.
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Does this place have a website?
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I'm in. Do I need to call to reserve a campsite for Friday night? Who else is camping Friday night? Hopefully it won't be as cold as Friday night in Durhamtown.
Primitive camping is free and there is plenty of space so you don't have to worry about reserving a spot.
I take it there are trees there. I have a hammock.
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Breeze: http://www.riverrockorv.com/
Flagators: yep there are trees but at the edge of the camp grounds. Otherwise it is just a WIDE open field. Normally though we camp by the trees for the sake of fire wood.
To give those who have not been there an idea...
http://s176.photobucket.com/albums/w196/gatrailriders/SEASON%201%202007/River%20Rock%20Oct%2012th%202007/
http://s176.photobucket.com/albums/w196/gatrailriders/SEASON%202%202008/River%20Rock%20February%2022-24th%202008/
http://s176.photobucket.com/albums/w196/gatrailriders/SEASON%202%202008/River%20Rock%20September%2026th-28th%202008/
http://s176.photobucket.com/albums/w196/gatrailriders/SEASON%202%202008/River%20Rock%20November%201st%202008/
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Are there go arounds for the harder obstacles?
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Are there go arounds for the harder obstacles?
Yes. it's perfect for everyone. You try what you want, and drive around the rest and watch us fools go at it. ;)
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Yeah theres nothing I can think of that doesnt have a way around it, for the most part anyway. The one trail that really doesnt have bypasses isn't too terribly bad, but has some stuff to build confidence at the same time :)
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Should I go? hmmm. i might be able to ppl.. might have the 33s and recovery by then... march 19th is my bday too. haha. ;D
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For those of you that want to camp but don't want to freeze, they have a few camp cabins that you can rent. One has heat that i know of and they all might.
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They all have heat
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I've got 33"MTZ and 5" lift, but only 2WD can i still come to river rocks?
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I've got 33"MTZ and 5" lift, but only 2WD can i still come to river rocks?
Sure, you're always welcome. You can ride with one of us, or take to the trails and bypasses. I'm sure you'll find a few to be challenging.
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I haven't been in over a year. I'd love to get down there. That place is a blast!
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I haven't been in over a year. I'd love to get down there. That place is a blast!
Go to "Check In Thread" we will see ya there in a couple of weeks.
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I sure hope I can make it. I cant wait to air these km2s down for the first time. {letseat}
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For sure. What you cant do you can always ride with someone. Pics of the Colorado pleaz
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I plan to come.... anything specific i need to bring or know it will be my first event.
Since it's your first ride and it is only 2 weeks away, we're not gonna expect you to have all this stuff by next weekend, but here is the required trail gear to ride with us. http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=2395.0
Tow points are a must if you're gonna be trying some difficult stuff. CB radios are very important also because we use them to communicate on the trails. If you have anymore questions, post them up in the Discussion thread for the ride here:
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=3266.0
Just another reminder that this is a check-in thread. Only post if you plan to attend.
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I sure hope I can make it. I cant wait to air these km2s down for the first time. {letseat}
Then bring 'em down :)
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hey Will why is it that you are telling everyone that they need a cb?? hell you have been on almost every ride and still dont have one that works.. {nln} ;D ;D
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hey Will why is it that you are telling everyone that they need a cb?? hell you have been on almost every ride and still dont have one that works.. {nln} ;D ;D
WERD
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i wish i could go but doesnt look like i will be able too. i got to get the jeep running right and i need to fix the steering . there is a lot of play in the wheel and it was sorta scary driving home on the interstate from d-town with the wind advisory. have fun guys and take lots of pics ill try to make it for the next one.
oh yeah i also have SAT that weekend :'(
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hey Will why is it that you are telling everyone that they need a cb?? hell you have been on almost every ride and still dont have one that works.. {nln} ;D ;D
we have tried to get it to work...but it turns out that the radio is shot. and will is a broke college kid. so, he will get one eventually. get off his back mike...actually, just stay off guys backs in general 8==D and you would probably have more friends.
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with friends like you guys who needs to be on the look out for bad guys.... between you will and jimmy we all have to worry.. ;D
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{popcorn} {peek}
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Poor Will...
NOT!
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Who is riding Friday? I'm planning on riding Friday and Saturday. Maybe bringing my Dad on Friday then taking him home and Donna and I coming back Saturday. I plan on leaving the Heep and Trailer Friday night.
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I'm definitely planning to ride Friday. It looks like I will have to leave around noon on Saturday now. Emily's birthday party got moved from this weekend to next. {ehm}
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I'm definitely planning to ride Friday. It looks like I will have to leave around noon on Saturday now. Emily's birthday party got moved from this weekend to next. {ehm}
Cool on Friday, sucks about Sat. We will get a good day of riding Friday anyway.
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Who is riding Friday? I'm planning on riding Friday and Saturday. Maybe bringing my Dad on Friday then taking him home and Donna and I coming back Saturday. I plan on leaving the Heep and Trailer Friday night.
Anybody up for a night ride on Friday night? I found this red leaf sprung XJ I want to wheel ;D
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As bad of an idea as it might be, what time will yall start riding on friday? I am going home that weekend and might be able to bring the jeep for the day.
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Who is riding Friday? I'm planning on riding Friday and Saturday. Maybe bringing my Dad on Friday then taking him home and Donna and I coming back Saturday. I plan on leaving the Heep and Trailer Friday night.
Anybody up for a night ride on Friday night? I found this red leaf sprung XJ I want to wheel ;D
As bad of an idea as it might be, what time will yall start riding on friday? I am going home that weekend and might be able to bring the jeep for the day.
As long as the repairs to the XJ are made by the time I show up Sat. (LOL)
Alex not sure when Livingston is planning on getting in, but I would like to start riding by 10:00ish.
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Hey all, new to the forums but would like to check RR out - stock TJ Sport.
Looking at the map it is about an hour from me, I don't have camping gear (yet) so if I went it looks like I would be driving home at the end of the day. This is Friday-Sunday? Any set plans on Fri, Sat and Sun? If I was only able to make it all day Saturday, would that be ok?
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Heck yea anyday is a good day, they do have little cabins with heat for rent.
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Alright, I'll have to check it out! Starting a new job at the moment and not sure what shift I'll be on, which would determine what happens Friday.
So there is no set time? Everyone just shows up when they get there?
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We usually hit the trails between 9 and 10. But, if you get there later its no biggie to meet up with us. Especially at River Rock where all the trails dump into one central location.
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am planning on coming just need to know how much it cost and if it's per person or per vehicle and can i bring my niece and nephew along they're 8 and 5
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am planning on coming just need to know how much it cost and if it's per person or per vehicle and can i bring my niece and nephew along they're 8 and 5
$35 for a day $50 for the weekend. and yes, they are welcome to come so long as they have the proper restraints (i.e. seatbelts).
Hey all, new to the forums but would like to check RR out - stock TJ Sport.
Looking at the map it is about an hour from me, I don't have camping gear (yet) so if I went it looks like I would be driving home at the end of the day. This is Friday-Sunday? Any set plans on Fri, Sat and Sun? If I was only able to make it all day Saturday, would that be ok?
yup, bout an hour from war town. if you can only come for one day saturday will be the best day to come. like jimmy said we normally try to hit the trails around 9-10am.
see yall there!
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Hey all, new to the forums but would like to check RR out - stock TJ Sport.
Looking at the map it is about an hour from me, I don't have camping gear (yet) so if I went it looks like I would be driving home at the end of the day. This is Friday-Sunday? Any set plans on Fri, Sat and Sun? If I was only able to make it all day Saturday, would that be ok?
Hey guys, if you haven't ridden with us before, I'm the trail ride organizer for this event. If you have any questions about this trip, don't hesitate to ask.
If you plan on attending please remember to sign into the check in thread here, so we know to expect you.
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=3265.15
And feel free to give me a call if you are having trouble finding the park, or you just want to let us know you're coming and we should expect you. I'll be out there all day Friday-Sunday and should always be pretty close to my phone( unless my Jeep has me looking at the sky/ground... in that case I may have to call you back ;D )
Will: 706-302-8188
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I'll just call you on your CB. ;D {hihi} {hardlaugh}
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Man I am excited to wheel with this lift on finally! After wheeling stock at Tellico, Beasley, Morris Mountain and River Rock I think I will be able to quickly tell a difference. And I hope to give the front skid a good hit or 2... What's the point of skids if you don't use them?
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hopefully we can do some more of this next weekend:
(http://im1.shutterfly.com/procgtaserv/47b9dd22b3127cce98548833274000000046100Aas2jVo4Ys2Sg)
(http://im1.shutterfly.com/procgtaserv/47b9dd22b3127cce9854887aa63900000046100Aas2jVo4Ys2Sg)
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I'm pretty anxious to see how this Ranger wheels with 35's on it. I know I'll be doing some scrubbin' and rubbin'.
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hopefully we can do some more of this next weekend:
(http://im1.shutterfly.com/procgtaserv/47b9dd22b3127cce98548833274000000046100Aas2jVo4Ys2Sg)
(http://im1.shutterfly.com/procgtaserv/47b9dd22b3127cce9854887aa63900000046100Aas2jVo4Ys2Sg)
That was so much fun! I went too fast the first time I went through. It made a ballin' title wave though. Crawling over rocks that are a foot under water is really fun, but SUPER sketchy. They don't stay still. {toast}
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I'll just call you on your CB. ;D {hihi} {hardlaugh}
You know what Mark, just for you I think I'm gonna order a new radio tonight. The little Uniden was working decently tonight, but I still can't get range worth a darn out of this setup.
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Just go get the cheap midland I have that's under $30. In 2 years and 2 jeeps the only problem has been the mic went out once. The replacement mic was a new design that the new ones come with.
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Just go get the cheap midland I have that's under $30. In 2 years and 2 jeeps the only problem has been the mic went out once. The replacement mic was a new design that the new ones come with.
I'm pretty sure I'm gonna order this one tonight. I want a PA too ;D
http://www.walcottcb.com/cobra-19dxiv-40-channel-cb-radio-with-pa-jack-p-792.html?cPath=340_377
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Just go get the cheap midland I have that's under $30. In 2 years and 2 jeeps the only problem has been the mic went out once. The replacement mic was a new design that the new ones come with.
I'm pretty sure I'm gonna order this one tonight. I want a PA too ;D
http://www.walcottcb.com/cobra-19dxiv-40-channel-cb-radio-with-pa-jack-p-792.html?cPath=340_377
You will still catch crap about mud and that other thing folks give you crap about.
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I have though about hooking up a PA speaker since mine has the port on the back but I am too cheap to go buy one
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I have though about hooking up a PA speaker since mine has the port on the back but I am too cheap to go buy one
I'm with you on that Jerm. If Will would hook a PA to the radio he has now we could hear him further away.
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I have though about hooking up a PA speaker since mine has the port on the back but I am too cheap to go buy one
I'm with you on that Jerm. If Will would hook a PA to the radio he has now we could hear him further away.
I would, but it doesn't have an output for one {nln}
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Will I am glad to hear you are buying the Cobra tonight. I picked up one of the Midlands today that is on sale for 29.99.. I thought I should help the poor college dude out and surprise him with Midland. Oh well, you blew the surprise...
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but I still can't get range worth a darn out of this setup.
Is your antenna good, and mounted properly? What is your SWR? Don't tell me you don't know! Last time I saw your antenna at MM it ws hanging off at about 45 degress. It has to be vertical to create use the ground plane and reach further than 50 feet.
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Is your antenna good, and mounted properly? What is your SWR? Don't tell me you don't know! Last time I saw your antenna at MM it ws hanging off at about 45 degress. It has to be vertical to create use the ground plane and reach further than 50 feet.
we have tried 3 different locations (all vertical and well grounded) and 2 different mounting brackets and still cant get a swr below like 4. it would barley register on the meter. his radio is shot.
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Will I am glad to hear you are buying the Cobra tonight. I picked up one of the Midlands today that is on sale for 29.99.. I thought I should help the poor college dude out and surprise him with Midland. Oh well, you blew the surprise...
Ah man, that is way too nice! :) Thanks man. Well hey, I really appreciate the gesture, but I can't accept it. It's something I should have purchased awhile ago after all the other fixes failed, but it just pissed me off that it was working fine for awhile and then all of a sudden just wouldn't get range worth a darn or measure on the SWR. I've got a little money to buy one right now, so I can't let you give me one. {no} Thanks though man! :) Can you return it? If not I'll pay you for it at River Rock. Does it have a PA output?
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Here it is on Amazon. It is only 25.95 with free shipping.
Yes it does have a PA and it is not a problem to return this one..
I don't think you can go wrong for the price..
http://www.amazon.com/Midland-1001Z-2-Way-CB-Radio/dp/B00024DIDK
By the way, I plan on arriving at RR on Friday night. not sure about the time yet.. Hopefully before dark so I can get set up.. Might try to ride a little at night with you guys. I definitely will ride all day Saturday and probably get up early Sun and drive home..
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thats the one I got!
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Is your antenna good, and mounted properly? What is your SWR? Don't tell me you don't know! Last time I saw your antenna at MM it ws hanging off at about 45 degress. It has to be vertical to create use the ground plane and reach further than 50 feet.
we have tried 3 different locations (all vertical and well grounded) and 2 different mounting brackets and still cant get a swr below like 4. it would barley register on the meter. his radio is shot.
I'll bring my meter to RR, and use my portable CB to check his SWR. My TJ is set up at 1.1 Got to have a good ground. Does he need a new antenna and cable?
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Is your antenna good, and mounted properly? What is your SWR? Don't tell me you don't know! Last time I saw your antenna at MM it ws hanging off at about 45 degress. It has to be vertical to create use the ground plane and reach further than 50 feet.
we have tried 3 different locations (all vertical and well grounded) and 2 different mounting brackets and still cant get a swr below like 4. it would barley register on the meter. his radio is shot.
I'll bring my meter to RR, and use my portable CB to check his SWR. My TJ is set up at 1.1 Got to have a good ground. Does he need a new antenna and cable?
Here it is on Amazon. It is only 25.95 with free shipping.
Yes it does have a PA and it is not a problem to return this one..
I don't think you can go wrong for the price..
http://www.amazon.com/Midland-1001Z-2-Way-CB-Radio/dp/B00024DIDK
By the way, I plan on arriving at RR on Friday night. not sure about the time yet.. Hopefully before dark so I can get set up.. Might try to ride a little at night with you guys. I definitely will ride all day Saturday and probably get up early Sun and drive home..
We've had good ground on the antenna. I don't think you can mess the antenna up, but I'm no expert on radios. We're gonna throw Kyle's radio in my Jeep this weekend to make sure it's the radio. If it is, I'd be glad to pay you for that Midland you bought Mike...
If his radio won't register, we'll make sure the ground is good. If the ground is still good, I guess I'll buy a new coax. This simple thing is turning into an ordeal ::)
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dont worry, we'll get it fingered out will...i mean figured.
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8==D
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0% chance of me making this one, the mod list is growing shorter by the day but so is my wallet.
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Hey Will I just washed the XJ so it's ready to hit rocks not MUD! {toast}
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Hey Will I just washed the XJ so it's ready to hit rocks not MUD! {toast}
Same here man! {toast} haha
So Kyle and I swapped his radio into my Jeep today and it wouldn't register on the SWR either. I'm thinking since I've tried so many grounds it's gotta be my cable, but what could be wrong with it? It doesn't have any cuts that I can see, but for awhile it was getting closed between the tailgate and the tub (It's not anymore). I looked over that area and there are no kinks or anthing, but who the heck knows. I gotta get a volt meter I guess and see if the ground is good. If it is, I'll buy a new coax I suppose.
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Will, if you ride with me to (hopefully) get that truck, there are a few big truck stops in Jackson that carry lots of CB stuff
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The is also the CB shop in McDonough where I bought my XJ radio. Could be a bad antenna, have you tried using Kyle's antenna? If we get that truck Saturday the more help the better, it's going to be a pain in the arse to load. I do have a winch on my trailer though.
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The is also the CB shop in McDonough where I bought my XJ radio. Could be a bad antenna, have you tried using Kyle's antenna? If we get that truck Saturday the more help the better, it's going to be a pain in the arse to load. I do have a winch on my trailer though.
Nope, didn't think about using Kyle's antenna. How can those things go bad though? There's nothing physically wrong with it as I can tell. It's a 4' Firestick adjustable tip. I'll try using Kyle's though and see what happens.
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It could be 1 of a thousand. The wire that is wrapped around the antenna may be broken. Check all of your connedtions. Especially if you are using a spring and or your antenna mount may be loose or something. I have know of some antenna's that had to be grounded. Some come from the factory with an external ground wire that you can ground back to the mount. When you turn the radio on do you get squelch when or is it quite??
You can take a jumper wire and hold it to the base of the antenna and then find a good ground on the jeep.. If you hear a difference on the radio this could be the problem.
You can also buy a Francis antenna that needs no adjustment for about 18 bucks at most t-stops.. I have a 4' and I have no problems at all. Unless no one has said anything. I use a Cobra all in one and I am not too impressed but it serves the purpose and it saves space.
When I drove a truck I ran a Cobra 29 Limited LTD Classic with dual francis antennas and a 300 watt linear.. Could talk about 12 - 15 miles on a clear day.
I run a small uniden and a firestick on the camper and it does okay. If you don't have it figured out by River Rock I will be glad to help check it out. I have a spare firestick in the shop that I have used before. I can bring it and see if it helps. i may also have some coax. If so I will through it in the camper..
One thing for sure.. It is only about 3 componets..
Radio, Coax, Antenna.. easy uh....
Just some ideas...
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Will, I have 3 magnetic antennas here, and they all have very low SWR on a Jeep hood. It's simple way to go, but I hope you haven't damaged your radio. The hobby shop in lawrenceville has primo stuff, with tunable antennas in every length you could want, so let us know if ya need something.
http://www.bandbhobby.com/cb/cbpage.htm (http://www.bandbhobby.com/cb/cbpage.htm)
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Will, I have 3 magnetic antennas here, and they all have very low SWR on a Jeep hood. It's simple way to go, but I hope you haven't damaged your radio. The hobby shop in lawrenceville has primo stuff, with tunable antennas in every length you could want, so let us know if ya need something.
http://www.bandbhobby.com/cb/cbpage.htm (http://www.bandbhobby.com/cb/cbpage.htm)
I might be interested in one of the mag mount ant.'s Doug, I need to put a radio in the Ram, but haven't found a place I want to mount an ant.
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Will, I have 3 magnetic antennas here, and they all have very low SWR on a Jeep hood. It's simple way to go, but I hope you haven't damaged your radio. The hobby shop in lawrenceville has primo stuff, with tunable antennas in every length you could want, so let us know if ya need something.
http://www.bandbhobby.com/cb/cbpage.htm (http://www.bandbhobby.com/cb/cbpage.htm)
I might be interested in one of the mag mount ant.'s Doug, I need to put a radio in the Ram, but haven't found a place I want to mount an ant.
You can "bah-ry" one buddy.
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It could be 1 of a thousand. The wire that is wrapped around the antenna may be broken. Check all of your connedtions. Especially if you are using a spring and or your antenna mount may be loose or something. I have know of some antenna's that had to be grounded. Some come from the factory with an external ground wire that you can ground back to the mount. When you turn the radio on do you get squelch when or is it quite??
You can take a jumper wire and hold it to the base of the antenna and then find a good ground on the jeep.. If you hear a difference on the radio this could be the problem.
You can also buy a Francis antenna that needs no adjustment for about 18 bucks at most t-stops.. I have a 4' and I have no problems at all. Unless no one has said anything. I use a Cobra all in one and I am not too impressed but it serves the purpose and it saves space.
When I drove a truck I ran a Cobra 29 Limited LTD Classic with dual francis antennas and a 300 watt linear.. Could talk about 12 - 15 miles on a clear day.
I run a small uniden and a firestick on the camper and it does okay. If you don't have it figured out by River Rock I will be glad to help check it out. I have a spare firestick in the shop that I have used before. I can bring it and see if it helps. i may also have some coax. If so I will through it in the camper..
One thing for sure.. It is only about 3 componets..
Radio, Coax, Antenna.. easy uh....
Just some ideas...
all good things to look at, plus one that i have missed is the little plastic washer under the antenna if it's crushed out the signal might not be even making it to the antenna. =ing high SWR
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it might be the space between the seat and the mic that might be the problem
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I forgot that one as well, that would be grounding out the antenna. Good thought.
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which one GusGus or mine?
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which one GusGus or mine?
GusaGus,
We have know there was something wrong between the seat and the MIc.
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Gonna try to swap an antenna out this weekend and see if that makes a difference. Thanks for all of your tips too, Mike. Gonna check out that stuff as well.
so, {btt} I'm ready for some wheelin' {letseat}
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which one GusGus or mine?
GusaGus,
We have know there was something wrong between the seat and the MIc.
Another thought is it might have mud between the connections every since Morris MTN..
hahahah..
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which one GusGus or mine?
GusaGus,
We have know there was something wrong between the seat and the MIc.
Another thought is it might have mud between the connections every since Morris MTN..
hahahah..
{nln}
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I can't see the reply.. I must have my filter set too high...
{hihi} {hihi} {hihi} {hihi} {hihi} {hihi} {hihi} {hihi} {hihi}
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which one GusGus or mine?
GusaGus,
We have know there was something wrong between the seat and the MIc.
Another thought is it might have mud between the connections every since Morris MTN..
hahahah..
Or mud between the ears. ()()
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nobody got what i said... what sits between the seat and the mic?? Will does... douh..
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nobody got what i said... what sits between the seat and the mic?? Will does... douh..
I got it Doofus. Pretty clever for a cook. ;)
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hey now mike... if you still have a line on those tickets for the race... the wife and I will be in ATL well north of it in the morning.. that would be a nice gift for a cook dont you think... {letseat} since i have never been to a real NASCAR race.. been to Nashville Bush race... but not the same... oh that brings me to another thing.. since we will be up there for a meeting not sure how long it will last but maybe some of you might want to grab lunch/dinner??
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hey now mike... if you still have a line on those tickets for the race... the wife and I will be in ATL well north of it in the morning.. that would be a nice gift for a cook dont you think... {letseat} since i have never been to a real NASCAR race.. been to Nashville Bush race... but not the same... oh that brings me to another thing.. since we will be up there for a meeting not sure how long it will last but maybe some of you might want to grab lunch/dinner??
They were through the speedway ticket office online. They still had tickets for $39 for adults and $16 for students available. There's not a bad seat at that track. You might not be able to see pit road from those price tickets, but they have jumbotrons everywhere.
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Just checked online and it looks like they don't have the cheap ones anymore. I would call the ticket office and ask about a military discount. I bet they'll give you one. NASCAR loves the military. You can also probably pick some up pretty cheap from scalpers. They were going for about half price at Daytona.
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damm i wish this ride was the 27 28 29...thats my free weekend this month...just got the 60s under the jeep, itchin to try em out!
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thanks mike but i dont think i will get a chance this weekend...damnit
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Will you all air down the tire presuures? Not sure if you air down when dealing with mud or not? What CB channel will you be on?
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Will you all air down the tire presuures? Not sure if you air down when dealing with mud or not? What CB channel will you be on?
We all air down and usually stick to channel 7. Oh, and we try to avoid the mud ;)
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Will you all air down the tire presuures? Not sure if you air down when dealing with mud or not? What CB channel will you be on?
We all air down and usually stick to channel 7. Oh, and we try to avoid the mud ;)
just dont follow will...
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Will you all air down the tire presuures? Not sure if you air down when dealing with mud or not? What CB channel will you be on?
We all air down and usually stick to channel 7. Oh, and we try to avoid the mud ;)
just dont follow will...
I brought Mud up today and Will said "one time" I called :bs), I think he wanted to give me the {nln}.
I don't air down Kyle, I don't think my tires have ever has more than 8lbs. in them, I know they haven't since I've owned them. {hihi}
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Will you all air down the tire presuures? Not sure if you air down when dealing with mud or not? What CB channel will you be on?
Oh, River Rock has more than mud. Much more:
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x164/SeminoleMike/Jeep%20Pictures/River%20Rock%20September%2008/SANY1314.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x164/SeminoleMike/Jeep%20Pictures/Wilson%204x4%20River%20Rock%20Turkey%20Run%202008/DSC02523.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x164/SeminoleMike/River%20Rock%20Nov%202007/P1010407.jpg)
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mmmm.... rocks ;D
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mark, when was the last time that xj saw some screet time? thats what i thought {nln}
i cant freaking wait to wheel, drink, camp, wheel, drink, camp, wheel.
hopefully i can get my sliders in by thursday (or friday at the latest). zach at a to z is not being as helpful as i hoped...
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who is that homo in the second pic... oh wait thats Will hey Will how you doing?? {hihi}
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Checked projected weather for River Rock..
What do you guys think..
http://www.weather.com/outlook/events/sports/tenday/USGA0376?from=36hr_fcst10DayLink_sports
Is it bad when it is wet...???
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Checked projected weather for River Rock..
What do you guys think..
http://www.weather.com/outlook/events/sports/tenday/USGA0376?from=36hr_fcst10DayLink_sports
Is it bad when it is wet...???
It's not as bad as Morris Mountain. Just stay out of the swamp. ;D
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x164/SeminoleMike/Jeep%20Pictures/River%20Rock%20September%2008/SANY1350.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x164/SeminoleMike/Jeep%20Pictures/River%20Rock%20September%2008/SANY1358.jpg)
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it should be alright...doesnt look like that much rain:
http://www.weather.com/outlook/events/sports/weekend/31061?from=36hr_topnav_sports (http://www.weather.com/outlook/events/sports/weekend/31061?from=36hr_topnav_sports)
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That's cool, I have never been there and I am excited to take part. I just don't want it to be like the mud bog we all participated in with WILL as our trail guide. 4 hrs is a long drive for a mud bath... besides I have a set of week a/t's that need to be upgraded.. one day maybe but for now I will have to slide through life.. hahahah
I plan on arriving Fri night hopefully before dark.
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That's cool, I have never been there and I am excited to take part. I just don't want it to be like the mud bog we all participated in with WILL as our trail guide. 4 hrs is a long drive for a mud bath... besides I have a set of week a/t's that need to be upgraded.. one day maybe but for now I will have to slide through life.. hahahah
I plan on arriving Fri night hopefully before dark.
There is no mud that we have to go through to get to the fun stuff. If you get your Jeep in some super deep stuff you will not be foll0wing me {nln} It's pretty slick red clay, and there will be a little bit of sliding and mud on the trucks, but it should not hinder the fun.
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Hey Will- Is Dewild going to this one? If so, tell him I hope he breaks something. Its hard to do on the bypasses {ehm}. And if he does please take pics!!! I break doing stuff. He breaks down while he is parked!!! Douchebag! ;D
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Hey Will- Is Dewild going to this one? If so, tell him I hope he breaks something. Its hard to do on the bypasses {ehm}. And if he does please take pics!!! I break doing stuff. He breaks down while he is parked!!! Douchebag! ;D
He never knows until the day before, but I'm pretty sure he said he was going to try and make it.
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Glen stop hatin... and yeah i hope i will be there... and yeah Will please take a pic of me going up telephone hill again... ;D if i make it
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Glen stop hatin... and yeah i hope i will be there... and yeah Will please take a pic of me going up telephone hill again... ;D if i make it
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There's a new line Steve cut next to it with no wall to keep you from flopping. Kyle came SERIOUSLY close to rolling down it. His Jeep slid sideways for about ten yards
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That's cool, I have never been there and I am excited to take part. I just don't want it to be like the mud bog we all participated in with WILL as our trail guide. 4 hrs is a long drive for a mud bath... besides I have a set of week a/t's that need to be upgraded.. one day maybe but for now I will have to slide through life.. hahahah
I plan on arriving Fri night hopefully before dark.
I think I am just going to watch the weather and see. This time of year things change so quickly I dont watch the forecast more than a 1 or 2 days ahead. I mean it snowed and 5 days later it was in the 70's... I dont want a mud bath either but I do want to wheel {letseat}
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I think I am just going to watch the weather and see. This time of year things change so quickly I dont watch the forecast more than a 1 or 2 days ahead. I mean it snowed and 5 days later it was in the 70's... I dont want a mud bath either but I do want to wheel {letseat}
Look here Jeremy, I've noticed you've got a little "soft" since you got that Rubicon... what gives? Back when you had the X you were at every ride.. now look at ya... come on man!!
I'm just messin' with ya, but seriously... go to River Rock... do it!
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I think I am just going to watch the weather and see. This time of year things change so quickly I dont watch the forecast more than a 1 or 2 days ahead. I mean it snowed and 5 days later it was in the 70's... I dont want a mud bath either but I do want to wheel {letseat}
Look here Jeremy, I've noticed you've got a little "soft" since you got that Rubicon... what gives? Back when you had the X you were at every ride.. now look at ya... come on man!!
I'm just messin' with ya, but seriously... go to River Rock... do it!
If I can get the engine out at night this week. I will be your co pilot. The wifey said I could go. {toast}
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I think I am just going to watch the weather and see. This time of year things change so quickly I dont watch the forecast more than a 1 or 2 days ahead. I mean it snowed and 5 days later it was in the 70's... I dont want a mud bath either but I do want to wheel {letseat}
Look here Jeremy, I've noticed you've got a little "soft" since you got that Rubicon... what gives? Back when you had the X you were at every ride.. now look at ya... come on man!!
I'm just messin' with ya, but seriously... go to River Rock... do it!
I think it is this push button sway bar disconnect... No longer have to crawl under there with wrenches and get you to stand on one side so I can disconnect the link.
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If I can get the engine out at night this week. I will be your co pilot. The wifey said I could go.
Well, name the night.
I think it is this push button sway bar disconnect... No longer have to crawl under there with wrenches and get you to stand on one side so I can disconnect the link.
That's what's gotten you to stop going on rides? Because I won't jump up on your bumper anymore? You should've said something. I would've jumped all over it at Morris Mountain. ;D
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dont want to count my chickens...but i should have a new addition for the jeep by thursday!!!
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dont want to count my chickens...but i should have a new addition for the jeep by thursday!!!
Talk to Zack?
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nope, i talked to zach. haha.
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nope, i talked to zach. haha.
{no} {nln}
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I need a co-pilot if anyone wants to ride.
Looks like I am going to go on Friday (morning hopefully) and come back to Atl some time Saturday.
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Well I am out, The jeep is ready but my wallet isn't ::). Sad when you cant afford a 35 dollar ride. Yall have fun.
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Well I am out, The jeep is ready but my wallet isn't ::). Sad when you cant afford a 35 dollar ride. Yall have fun.
I hear ya. Jeep and Wallet are not ready for me >:(
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I hear ya. Jeep and Wallet are not ready for me >:(
You cruisin' on down with me?
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What is the PA feature on a CB used for?
I see in the list that front and rear tow points are needed, my TJ has the stock front tow hooks. I have a pair of hooks from a Blazer I was going to try and install in the back, but I am in the process of installing my CB (drove all the way from Wartown to ATL to find 4wheel parts is closed on Monday!) Anyway.... are (lack of) rear tow hooks something that would definitly not allow me to run? Lots to do but running out of time...
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What is the PA feature on a CB used for?
I see in the list that front and rear tow points are needed, my TJ has the stock front tow hooks. I have a pair of hooks from a Blazer I was going to try and install in the back, but I am in the process of installing my CB (drove all the way from Wartown to ATL to find 4wheel parts is closed on Monday!) Anyway.... are (lack of) rear tow hooks something that would definitly not allow me to run? Lots to do but running out of time...
Do you have a rear tow hitch? PA stands for public address, and if your radio has that output you can connect a speaker horn to it, allowing you to talk into the mic and have your voice projected from the speaker. They're not needed for what we do, but they sure are fun!
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Nevermind, I checked your new member's thread and saw the hitch in the pictures. That will work fine as a rear tow point. If you come to River Rock you can chck out Kyle's (Rowingfish87)s setup with a d-ring in the hitch. It makes hooking up a strap or winch cable a lot easier.
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What time are we hitting the trail Friday, I want to be there by 9 or 9:30, I've got to see when I can get my Dad moving, retirement works well for him, he don't do many mornings.
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well i do know this.. i will be golfing friday for our farewell to out BDE CSM.. so I wont be there friday... sat is still looking good..
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well i do know this.. i will be golfing friday for our farewell to out BDE CSM.. so I wont be there friday... sat is still looking good..
You better be there, you need to try the new line on the big hill.
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What is the PA feature on a CB used for?
I see in the list that front and rear tow points are needed, my TJ has the stock front tow hooks. I have a pair of hooks from a Blazer I was going to try and install in the back, but I am in the process of installing my CB (drove all the way from Wartown to ATL to find 4wheel parts is closed on Monday!) Anyway.... are (lack of) rear tow hooks something that would definitly not allow me to run? Lots to do but running out of time...
Do you have a rear tow hitch? PA stands for public address, and if your radio has that output you can connect a speaker horn to it, allowing you to talk into the mic and have your voice projected from the speaker. They're not needed for what we do, but they sure are fun!
Yeah, I know about the public address, I just didn't know what the point of hooking a speaker horn to it and talking into it was for... I guess it could be fun for just messing around tho. My B does not have it, but it does have NOAA weather band, which is something I wanted... $40 new tho so it's no big deal.
I do have a hitch, but it is only a class I hitch, the smaller (1-1/4"?) size, not 2" and it is only rated at 2,000lbs. I don't know if they make anything for that size, or if the receiver would even be able to handle the weight of the Jeep in a stuck situation.
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Ok so for all you camping Friday... What time are we going to ride Saturday morning?
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Ok so for all you camping Friday... What time are we going to ride Saturday morning?
When ya'll wake us up! {nln}
The question is, when is everyone getting in on Saturday and what time do we want to ride?
Mark and Friday crew, Kyle and I are gonna head out there at 9. Let's try to ride around 10-10:30.
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I don't know about you guys but I usually wake up around 5:30am every morning. I will be ready when you are.. {letseat} {popcorn} {salute}
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I vote Saturday we meet at 9:30. Ride at 10. Last time I think we attempted earlier but by the time everyone took off doors, tops, air down, and Will sobered up it was 10 ;D
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SO with that said Jerm keep it at 9:00 so we can be on the trail by 10:00.
Friday I have told Dad he has to get uo early, We should be ready to ride by 9:30.
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Man, I didn't mean to scare everybody off when I said I get up at 5:30am. I promise to be quite.. :-X
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I've yet to see Will sober by 10:00 on a Sat. {toast} {cheers2}
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I've yet to see Will sober by 10:00 on a Sat. {toast} {cheers2}
I think he was still drunk when we were loading the F250 up last Saturday!
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I've yet to see Will sober by 10:00 on a Sat. {toast} {cheers2}
I think he was still drunk when we were loading the F250 up last Saturday!
I know I was until I ate that biscuit.
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i plan on keepin a continuous buzz all weekend...so dont wait for me to sober up.
and will, when did "we" decide we were gonna be out there at 9am on friday?
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i plan on keepin a continuous buzz all weekend...so dont wait for me to sober up.
and will, when did "we" decide we were gonna be out there at 9am on friday?
Ok, I'll be out there around 9-9:30 {nln}
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i plan on keepin a continuous buzz all weekend...so dont wait for me to sober up.
and will, when did "we" decide we were gonna be out there at 9am on friday?
Ok, I'll be out there around 9-9:30 {nln}
I'll be callin' you between Monticello and Milledgeville. I don't want to see your Jeep parked downtown like I did last time I was meeting you there.
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I'll be there, Mark ;)
Fisher (who has been my co-pilot at Tellico and Morris Mountain with us before) is coming down to ride and his 21st birthday is Friday night... :-X
{cheers2}
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I'll be callin' you between Monticello and Milledgeville. I don't want to see your Jeep parked downtown like I did last time I was meeting you there.
{hihi} hahahahaha.
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Hey now they are not predicting rain on Friday. That's better.
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Hey now they are not predicting rain on Friday. That's better.
That is better. :)
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And only a 30% chance of rain Saturday with hi temps around 65... might turn out to be a good day of wheeling if there is no rain.
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I hope it doesn't rain. But I never go with the weather man's forecast...what I do is wake up, see what it looks like outside. So, I'm just gonna play it by ear.
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Couple questions...
1. Is anyone planning on riding Friday night??
2. What kind of food are you cooking Will??
I wasn't sure if you were cooking. Adam & Matt provided burgers and dogs at Morris Mtn.. What's up..??
Also, I will ride some easy stuff FRI night if possible and definitely Saturday.. I will see what shakes out for Sunday.. ie.. weather, carnage, etc.. drive home Sunday..
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Couple questions...
1. Is anyone planning on riding Friday night??
2. What kind of food are you cooking Will??
I wasn't sure if you were cooking. Adam & Matt provided burgers and dogs at Morris Mtn.. What's up..??
Also, I will ride some easy stuff FRI night if possible and definitely Saturday.. I will see what shakes out for Sunday.. ie.. weather, carnage, etc.. drive home Sunday..
1.) I am a broke college kid so I can't buy everybody food. :-\
2.) I will cook what you bring since I'm the ride organizer. {nln}
3.) I would love to do a night ride Friday night as long as Steve is ok with it.
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Not that I plan on being there Friday night, but I think I'm through with night rides. I've been on 2 and neither of them ended up that great and always ended with us getting to bed about 3 or 4 hours before we had to get up.
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Not that I plan on being there Friday night, but I think I'm through with night rides. I've been on 2 and neither of them ended up that great and always ended with us getting to bed about 3 or 4 hours before we had to get up.
That happens regardless if we are riding or standing by a fire. So your comment must be retracted.. Thank You... {no}
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Couple questions...
1. Is anyone planning on riding Friday night??
2. What kind of food are you cooking Will??
I wasn't sure if you were cooking. Adam & Matt provided burgers and dogs at Morris Mtn.. What's up..??
Also, I will ride some easy stuff FRI night if possible and definitely Saturday.. I will see what shakes out for Sunday.. ie.. weather, carnage, etc.. drive home Sunday..
1.) I am a broke college kid so I can't buy everybody food. :-\
2.) I will cook what you bring since I'm the ride organizer. {nln}
3.) I would love to do a night ride Friday night as long as Steve is ok with it.
1. I read somewhere on riverock's web page that no night riding is allowed.
2. I am a broke old man because of broke college kids so I guess that rules the food
out. :'(
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A LITTLE INFO ON THE RIDE THIS WEEKEND
First off, a couple of house keeping points,
*We will be on channel 7 on the radios.
*Bring your own food and beverages. I usually take the cheap route and buy a loaf of bread, a packet of ham, (a bag of chips if I'm doing good :D ), a 24 pack of off-brand waters, and a 12 pack of brews for around the campfire.
*Plenty of room for tents. There are bathrooms and warm showers as well.
*FOR THOSE WHO HAVE NEVER BEEN TO RIVER ROCK AND DO NOT HAVE A WAIVER ON FILE...
-- Please download, print off, and bring a copy of the waiver to the park. When you arrive, find me and I'll take them up. You can find it here: http://www.riverrockorv.com/park/waiver.php
-- A reminder that the riding fee is $50 per rig for the weekend or $35 if you're only staying for one day CASH ONLY.
*DIRECTIONS AND PARK ENTRANCE...
--Directions: http://www.riverrockorv.com/park/index.php
--Now once you're on Pebble Hill Rd you will go about 3.5 miles. The entrance to the park will be a dirt road on your left. There is a very small sign that says "River Rock" in red that you will probably not see until you're on the dirt road. There is also a blue, 2'x3' Fabtech sign in the Trees. If you come to a dead end, you have gone about 2 miles too far. Just drive slow after the first couple miles on Pebble Hill and you should find the entrance fine. As most of you know, a lot of GPS devices don't like the country and this place is no exception to that rule. Follow the road signs. Once you're on the dirt road you will see the check in shack with a big "BFGoodrich" banner over it that they use for big events. Drive on past that and keep going straight. This is TRAIL 1 and you will follow it all the way back until you get to the main camping field. It is very big. Follow down to the back left-hand corner as you come in and look for the rigs and introduce yourself, say you're here for the GATR ride. After all the intros and stuff, if you have any questions about airing down tires or anything, don't hesitate to ask. We have a very knowledgeable group of guys.
*FRIDAY
-- Riding starts at 10:00 AM. :)
*SATURDAY
-- Group ride begins at 10:00 AM. During this ride we will be riding trails that have bypasses for all the harder obstacles. We do not want anyone to feel like they have to try stuff they're not comfortable doing. Anyone with a 4x4 will be fine on these trails. There are plenty of obstacles and climbs to challenge every rig though, but only try what you feel comfortable doing. This ride will be pretty slow paced considering the amount of rigs and a lot of guys will like to try the harder lines which require a spotter. If the group stops to watch somebody on an obstacle, feel free to hop out of your rig and come watch, but try not to block the trail so that other rigs can get by.
-- After lunch we'll split into groups based on rig capabilities. We do this because smaller groups allow us to move faster and see as much of the trails as we can.
MOST IMPORTANT: Everybody have a great time and try not to do anything destructive. We are very fortunate to have places like River Rock to ride legally and have such a great time at, so respect Steve and his property.
-- If anyone has anymore questions, do not hesitate to ask.
Now, Let's go 4-wheelin' !!! {letseat}
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That happens regardless if we are riding or standing by a fire. So your comment must be retracted.. Thank You... {no}
Yeah, but at least whenever we're standing by a fire I was parked in a chair sleeping. Can't do that drivin' the trails.
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Trails DON'T close ar 4:30.
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Trails DON'T close ar 4:30.
Really?!? That's great news. Kyle, did you hear that??!! TRAILS DON'T CLOSE AT 4:30!!!
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How the heck is it only Thursday!? Pretty tempting to cough cough out of work and ride tomorrow. Looks like Saturday is 70% rain now which makes it even more tempting...
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Will people be wheeling on Sunday or is it only Friday/Saturday?
I don't get out of work until 3, which means I wouldn't get to RR until 5PM or so on Friday, would it be worth it to go that late on Friday and spend the night, or just arrive Saturday morning?
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Will people be wheeling on Sunday or is it only Friday/Saturday?
I don't get out of work until 3, which means I wouldn't get to RR until 5PM or so on Friday, would it be worth it to go that late on Friday and spend the night, or just arrive Saturday morning?
There will be some people wheeling Sunday. Not as many as Saturday, but you'll have some folks to ride with.
Yes, it's worth it to come Friday night. Half the fun is hanging out by the fire. Plus you're already there in the morning. {letseat}
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will and i got my AtoZ sliders primed, painted and installed today! cant wait to test em out tomorrow!
pics to come soon.
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well, I hate that I will miss this ride but looks like the rain will make things... interesting. Will should have fun! :D Well, stuck here at the beach with sunny skis and 78 degree weather. >:( You boys have fun and take some dang pics this time around!! {toast}
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Will people be wheeling on Sunday or is it only Friday/Saturday?
I don't get out of work until 3, which means I wouldn't get to RR until 5PM or so on Friday, would it be worth it to go that late on Friday and spend the night, or just arrive Saturday morning?
There will be some people wheeling Sunday. Not as many as Saturday, but you'll have some folks to ride with.
Yes, it's worth it to come Friday night. Half the fun is hanging out by the fire. Plus you're already there in the morning. {letseat}
A friend/co-worker will be joining me, his folks have a lake cabin on one of the lakes in the Milledgeville area, thats where we will be staying for the night(s)
Looks like there is a good chance it'll rain this weekend, I suppose that'll make everything a bit more interesting.
I just got done installing my CB system, it has been a bit of a pain. I have a firestik cut to tune antenna, but haven't tried to tune it yet, I don't think I am picking anything up as I just get static, even on 19 (I live within 1-2 miles of the interstate - should be picking up truckers) Antenna is mounted on the spare tire holder, I ran a seperate ground wire and sanded away the paint from the bottom side of the hole for the antenna, the piece with the threaded part sticks up thru the bottom, then the nylon washer then metal lock washer then the upper piece.... is this correct? If I can't get it working maybe somebody could help me set it up? I bought a power/SWR meter as well, haven't hooked it up yet, trying to get it to pick something up first. Nobody here has a CB to test with. My CB also has weather band, and I don't pick any of the channels up.
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Will people be wheeling on Sunday or is it only Friday/Saturday?
I don't get out of work until 3, which means I wouldn't get to RR until 5PM or so on Friday, would it be worth it to go that late on Friday and spend the night, or just arrive Saturday morning?
There will be some people wheeling Sunday. Not as many as Saturday, but you'll have some folks to ride with.
Yes, it's worth it to come Friday night. Half the fun is hanging out by the fire. Plus you're already there in the morning. {letseat}
A friend/co-worker will be joining me, his folks have a lake cabin on one of the lakes in the Milledgeville area, thats where we will be staying for the night(s)
Looks like there is a good chance it'll rain this weekend, I suppose that'll make everything a bit more interesting.
I just got done installing my CB system, it has been a bit of a pain. I have a firestik cut to tune antenna, but haven't tried to tune it yet, I don't think I am picking anything up as I just get static, even on 19 (I live within 1-2 miles of the interstate - should be picking up truckers) Antenna is mounted on the spare tire holder, I ran a seperate ground wire and sanded away the paint from the bottom side of the hole for the antenna, the piece with the threaded part sticks up thru the bottom, then the nylon washer then metal lock washer then the upper piece.... is this correct? If I can't get it working maybe somebody could help me set it up? I bought a power/SWR meter as well, haven't hooked it up yet, trying to get it to pick something up first. Nobody here has a CB to test with. My CB also has weather band, and I don't pick any of the channels up.
First off, don't let Will touch it. It will never work. ;D
Bring your stuff with you. We'll get it worked out.
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will and i got my AtoZ sliders primed, painted and installed today! cant wait to test em out tomorrow!
pics to come soon.
Then we went to test em out at the new rec park near the river where there's a pile of good sized rocks. Of course I got to showing out the day before our ride ::) put a nice dent in my trans pan and ripped the boot off my driveshaft. {no} This one guy came to watch and said, "You know it's better to air your tires down for the rocks." ... but he didn't really want to stay and chat. Said he used to have a Bronco on some, "big turs" though ;D
Anyways , can't wait for tomorrow {toast}
If anyone has some extra firewood laying around, we'd really appreciate it if you brought some. Well, I wouls appreciate it. ;D Cause I've gotta cut and replace what we burn from Steve's stash. Don't break your back over it though, just if you have some handy and you've got the room.
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Yeah I saw you guys over there today. I was there for my GIS class. Wish I could have gotten out to talk for a minute.
ZAG
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Well, I won't be able to make it. This is our last weekend to move and we have been putting it off since it seems to rain every weekend, so we HAVE to do it this weekend. Is anyone coming through Macon on the way down though? Will left his jacket in my truck last weekend and I'm sure he wants it back.
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Yeah I saw you guys over there today. I was there for my GIS class. Wish I could have gotten out to talk for a minute.
ZAG
Yeah, that guy that came over there was trying to get a word in while Kyle was trying to get me off the rocks,
I was like, "hey, are you ZAG? ... is that your Rubicon?" but it wasn't you :D Yeah, we had just finished putting Kyle's sliders on and really wanted to flex the Jeeps out for a second. You should have come and said hi. I thought you might have been on the green way walking or something. What were you guys doing over there?
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Well, I won't be able to make it. This is our last weekend to move and we have been putting it off since it seems to rain every weekend, so we HAVE to do it this weekend. Is anyone coming through Macon on the way down though? Will left his jacket in my truck last weekend and I'm sure he wants it back.
That would be grand actually, since that is my rain and cold jacket and we're gonna have a little of both this weekend {whack3}
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Ya'll want fire wood? My house is on a wooded 1/2 acre that I am in the process of clearing out, I've still got some cut up wood laying around taking up space (I used to cut the trees up and burn them, now I pull them to the road with the tractor and the city takes/cuts up/chips the entire tree... any size) I'll bring whatever I can gather up from around here.
As for the CB... I got it working... I did more sanding underneath the drilled hole for the antenna, it picks up weather band now, as well as CB channels, well atleast 19, I can hear the truckers (took a drive down the interstate to Pilot for more CB stuff) I tested my SWR and on channel 1 it is around 2.7, channel 20 it is around 3.4 and channel 40 it is up to 4, which I know is too high. I haven't tuned the antenna yet... I still don't understand how I tune it, I removed the cap and there is no visable wire, do I actually use a hacksaw and cut off a small section of the top of the antenna then put the cap back on? I never set up a CB before, I've used hand held FRS on previous meets and car get togethers (cars - not Jeeps tho)
The CB install took alot longer then expcted to install and setup, so I never got around to mounting the tow hooks from a Blazer in the rear of the Jeep (plus there dosen't appear to be a good spot on the frame to mount them) so if it's alright with ya'll, it looks like my class-I receiver hitch will be my rear tow point... It bolts to the frame at 3 locations on each side, so if needed I suppose as long as it is straped near either side and not the middle, it should be OK. It is the lowest point in the rear of the TJ tho, so it'll be the first to hit rocks... hopefully it survives - I actually use it... I suppose if it gets damaged tho it'll be an excuse for the LoD rear bumper w/ 2" receiver and clevis mounts I like :)
BTW, I'll be passing stright thru Macon (I live in Byron) I'd be more then happy to pick up the left behind items and bring them :)
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Cool, when will you be coming through Macon? I'll meet you some place when you're coming through.
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BTW, I'll be passing stright thru Macon (I live in Byron) I'd be more then happy to pick up the left behind items and bring them :)
You bring some firewood and my jacket and you are the man! {toast}
Your receiver should be fine as a rear tow point for this weekend if you even need it. The front hooks are stout and that's usually what we hook to anyways.
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I got the Heep loaded and strapped down. Rum and Coke in the cup to go a head and get my mind right so I will be able to communicate with Will in the morning. Hey Mike, Will and I decided on Trail 7 first, sound good?
Cough, Cough Jerm. {cheers2}
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I got the Heep loaded and strapped down. Rum and Coke in the cup to go a head and get my mind right so I will be able to communicate with Will in the morning. Hey Mike, Will and I decided on Trail 7 first, sound good?
Cough, Cough Jerm. {cheers2}
Yeah, Trail 7 is my favorite. I'll be there by 9:00. I'm still packing up. I'll be staying in the big cabin. ;) Steve said we could set up tents in that area also. That way we can use the covered poll barn and the fire pit.
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Cough, Cough Jerm. {cheers2}
I am like 90% sure I will have some bad chicken tonight {no}
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Well, we made it back safely from our cruise... just in time to squeeze in a weekend of wheelin'.
While I was gone I had a few things added to the jeep... so I'll be a little more capable this time out.
At any rate, we should be there sometime before dark tomorrow (friday) and we'll be stayin till sunday. We'll be stayin in the cabin out there. So, unless something changes, I'll hit ya'll up on channel 7 tomorrow evening.
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Cool, when will you be coming through Macon? I'll meet you some place when you're coming through.
I get out of work at 3, I gotta do a few small odds and ends to the Jeep (mostly remove the drop hitch/ball from the reciever - it's stuck in... may have to get creative) then remove the back seat, line the cargo area with plastic and load the firewood (I know... it's gotta get bed-lined!) I am thinking I should be passing thru Macon around 4:30, maybe 5.... PM me your number and I'll give you a call in advance to let you know what the status is, and we'll find a place to meet.
You bring some firewood and my jacket and you are the man!
Your receiver should be fine as a rear tow point for this weekend if you even need it. The front hooks are stout and that's usually what we hook to anyways.
:) I enjoy acts of kindness. Anyway, ya'll are the ones that gotta put up with a newbie when it comes to 4x4... I've lightly wheeled my open diff 2WD Isuzu Amigo... other then that and riding along other times, it'll be a first - very excited.
It looks like I will be getting to RR Friday evening around 6 or so, Weather we get some wheeling in or not it should be lots of fun! I will be sleeping off-site tho, so I don't know how late I'll stick around for.
Anyway, in my short period of Jeep ownership, I've already got stuff to sell, if anyone is interested I can bring them along.
I've got the plastic chrome grille inserts in very good condition, $25 takes them:
http://www.quadratec.com/products/13131_00.htm
I have 7" OEM-style fender flares, 4-piece set, $100, very good condiiton. I got these because I thought I was going to get 33x12.5x15 tires next, but I am going to stay smaller for now and get 31x10.5x15, I think when I do go to 33's, I'll stick with 10.5" width, so these will just be sitting around for a long time.
http://www.quadratec.com/products/12510_503_07.htm
Also, my hardtop, if serious about it let me know, I can bring it and we can work out a price.....
http://macon.craigslist.org/pts/1055093946.html
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I get out of work at 3, I gotta do a few small odds and ends to the Jeep (mostly remove the drop hitch/ball from the reciever - it's stuck in... may have to get creative) then remove the back seat, line the cargo area with plastic and load the firewood (I know... it's gotta get bed-lined!) I am thinking I should be passing thru Macon around 4:30, maybe 5.... PM me your number and I'll give you a call in advance to let you know what the status is, and we'll find a place to meet.
PM coming your way.
If you can't get the hitch out, we can have a good old fashion hill billy truck pull to get it out, haha.
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My neighbor is coming down Saturday with his brother. Matt is 21 and his brother is still in high school. The younger one has a TJ on 33's and never wheeled it. Matt's got a really nice 86 Chevy 4x4, but he's not bringing it.
It should be fun creating two more monsters, in addition to the other new guys we have on this run. {toast}
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I get out of work at 3, I gotta do a few small odds and ends to the Jeep (mostly remove the drop hitch/ball from the reciever - it's stuck in... may have to get creative) then remove the back seat, line the cargo area with plastic and load the firewood (I know... it's gotta get bed-lined!) I am thinking I should be passing thru Macon around 4:30, maybe 5.... PM me your number and I'll give you a call in advance to let you know what the status is, and we'll find a place to meet.
PM coming your way.
If you can't get the hitch out, we can have a good old fashion hill billy truck pull to get it out, haha.
lol, my idea wasn't that far off.... was going to get one of the tow straps, wrap it around the hitch, then a sturdy tree, put the Jeep in 4-lo and see who wins :) I really had to wail on it to go in (has surface rust, I did spray oil in it too) but I was sorta in a hurry to get the Jeep ready to tow my trailer because I needed it.
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A couple whacks with a BFH might do the trick too. Try spaying some WD40 in there too.
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well I got all my gear together... just need to hit the grocery store in the morning and then hopefully I can beat ATL traffic and be there by 10. Can I ride shotgun part of Friday with someone? I will bring a camera I promise {toast}
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well I got all my gear together... just need to hit the grocery store in the morning and then hopefully I can beat ATL traffic and be there by 10. Can I ride shotgun part of Friday with someone? I will bring a camera I promise {toast}
He** no you have a Rubicon, you can do it. Whats up Jerm 'fraid to run it? I'll give you $5 for gas if that's the problem.JK
My Dad is riding with mr Friday or I would say yea man come on. My Dad and I have been Mudding since I was a real little boy, you guys introduced me to rocks, now it's my turn to introduce Dad to rocks. Friday should be real fun for me. I really look forward to any time I get to spend with my Father, he has been such an insperation and roll model in my life.
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crap looks like i will not be able to make it... but i am not saying that there is s slim hope.. just a slim chance
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It should be fun creating two more monsters, in addition to the other new guys we have on this run.
Yea, I will help you, since you helped create my addiction. It will be fun.
And by the way Mike D, I think you are scared of the new line on the hill climb that you are using against our favorite S.O.F. Man up and show us it wasn't luck without lockers. LMAO
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mark you call theresa and talk it over with her... she has been working days while i have been working nites.. we have seen each other for about 5 mins a day... so if you can talk her into letting me go for the day i will bring beer....
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well I got all my gear together... just need to hit the grocery store in the morning and then hopefully I can beat ATL traffic and be there by 10. Can I ride shotgun part of Friday with someone? I will bring a camera I promise {toast}
He** no you have a Rubicon, you can do it. Whats up Jerm 'fraid to run it? I'll give you $5 for gas if that's the problem.JK
Haha I may have some lockers but I still cant follow you big guys! I want to see some obstacles! I learned the hard way with Tellico... never saw the Bus, Helicopter or Guard Rail... :'(
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mark you call theresa and talk it over with her... she has been working days while i have been working nites.. we have seen each other for about 5 mins a day... so if you can talk her into letting me go for the day i will bring beer....
GIve me the number, Donna and I have been working that same schedule since we have been married. By the way it works well, some times we meet in the road and flash our lights at each other. I love my night shift and would not trade it for nothing.
Jerm, now you have a lift, and you know RR has by passes. You should see some of the stuff Kyle has done down there, no lift, open open on 31" tires. Don't be scared just do it. So I guess you are really feeling sick and we will see you in the morning?
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Jerm, now you have a lift, and you know RR has by passes. You should see some of the stuff Kyle has done down there, no lift, open open on 31" tires. Don't be scared just do it. So I guess you are really feeling sick and we will see you in the morning?
things are packed, alarm is set, ready to make the call, hit the grocery store by 6 a.m. for snacks water and some beer and hopefully on my way by 6:30 to get across the city before traffic. I might get there a little eary but thats ok. Also... I don't want to deal with a tent for just one night (esp if it rains) so sleeping in the JK. I test fitted tonight to make sure I fit.
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You are the man Jerm. See Ya in the morning.
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got the alarm set for 8:30...be out there by 9am. haha. i have to leave around 11-12 to go get cleaned up and go to work from 2:30-11pm ( i work an hour away from RR). but i'll be back friday night around 12 to booze it up and then wheel saturday!
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See you guys there ;D
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well, rode out there this morning and rode for a couple hours and now im off to work...the only carnage so far is that wills fan clutch is shot.
see yall around midnight when i get off work!
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With all this "guaranteed" rain looming over the weekend, I think Matt and I are gonna sit this one out. Looks like we'll be in the garage pulling out a dead 2.5L. You guys have fun and be safe.
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the only carnage so far is that wills fan clutch is shot.
That sounds fun. Is it permanently engaged or disengaged now?
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dis-engaged. i think its been gone a while. yesterday he was winching a truck onto a trailer for a buddy of ours and the coolant was boiling over. it did the same thing this morning. so him and my buddy drew pulled it and are replacing it as we speak.
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I have been trying to talk someone into riding down with me, but so far I haven't found anyone. They are all scared of the rain and I hate driving down by myself.
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about to head that way and should be there before 7:00... we'll be bringing lizzy's camera (since its a little warmer this trip, maybe I can get Lizzy to take some more pics of everyone) so we'll have some hi res pics.
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sooo, what happened to getting a trail badge for all the rides?
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I have been working on my engine problem. Sorry for the delay.
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Sorry for the delay, I was there too.
ZAG
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I have been working on my engine problem. Sorry for the delay.
its cool matt, i didnt realize you were the only one who did the trail badges.