Explorer 1
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Post by Explorer 1 on May 15, 2017 11:33:44 GMT -8
Well this exciting day trip is over. It was a bit of a challenge to some who went. Turns out that it was a first time trip for a couple of guys who decided to go. Sorry for the "Baptism by fire" guys. No breakdowns or reports of any "major" body damage, just two torn sidewalls on some tires. It was a long day, I didn't take many pictures and what few movies I took I'm edited into this short YouTube clip. Here are a few pictures, we had 8 vehicles all total:    Thanks, Fred Explorer 1 |
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Post by EL GRANDE on May 16, 2017 5:54:36 GMT -8
I lost a bolt somewhere. I realized this on Sunday morning when my shock was hanging about four inches from the ground. Other that, no damage.
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Post by EL GRANDE on May 16, 2017 6:04:39 GMT -8
Great movie, Fred.
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Roz
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Post by Roz on May 16, 2017 15:08:16 GMT -8
It was a great time, I wish I would have gotten videos and pictures, but I had my hands full getting the Beast to the top of the mountain.
Roz
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Post by Explorer 1 on May 16, 2017 16:26:24 GMT -8
It was a great time, I wish I would have gotten videos and pictures, but I had my hands full getting the Beast to the top of the mountain. Roz I wish I took some of you bouncing thorough that "z" turn after some many attempts. Fred |
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Post by Roz on May 17, 2017 8:30:21 GMT -8
It was a great time, I wish I would have gotten videos and pictures, but I had my hands full getting the Beast to the top of the mountain. Roz I wish I took some of you bouncing thorough that "z" turn after some many attempts. Fred But I made it though. All those other Jeeps out there thought I was crazy for bringing that truck up there, but to their surprise I was sitting on top of the mountain waiting for them. Didn't even have to get pulled out of anything. See the Beast has 4 high, 4 low, and Beast Mode, and I had to throw it in Beast mode to finish off that end haha. But I did have to buy new tires after that trip, I lost a lot of rubber on that run. I just have to get them put on, there sitting at my shop looking pretty. I went with the Toyo Open Country M/T, they sure look beefy, but on the reviews they were saying they run best at 10 PSi because the tread on the side wall lays over and give you more traction. I'm not sure I want to run my 10 thousand pound truck at 10 PSI, but that additional tread they have on the side wall will definitely help on the trail. We had to order Art a new tire for Blue Crush, he plans on coming to shop this week. He was wondering if he buys the waxes and stuff if you have a buffer and can show him how to do it, so when he takes another trail, he knows how to fix all the scratches, and if you have any suggestions on the proper products he needs.
Roz
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Post by Explorer 1 on May 17, 2017 10:00:35 GMT -8
I wish I took some of you bouncing thorough that "z" turn after some many attempts. Fred But I made it though. All those other Jeeps out there thought I was crazy for bringing that truck up there, but to their surprise I was sitting on top of the mountain waiting for them. Didn't even have to get pulled out of anything. See the Beast has 4 high, 4 low, and Beast Mode, and I had to throw it in Beast mode to finish off that end haha. But I did have to buy new tires after that trip, I lost a lot of rubber on that run. I just have to get them put on, there sitting at my shop looking pretty. I went with the Toyo Open Country M/T, they sure look beefy, but on the reviews they were saying they run best at 10 PSi because the tread on the side wall lays over and give you more traction. I'm not sure I want to run my 10 thousand pound truck at 10 PSI, but that additional tread they have on the side wall will definitely help on the trail. We had to order Art a new tire for Blue Crush, he plans on coming to shop this week. He was wondering if he buys the waxes and stuff if you have a buffer and can show him how to do it, so when he takes another trail, he knows how to fix all the scratches, and if you have any suggestions on the proper products he needs.
Roz
I'm a believer in "Beast Mode"! This Thursday night shop the lift will be dedicated to those who want on the trip that want to take an underside look at their vehicle. Always a good idea after asking so much from a vehicle to inspect it for unknown damage or mechanical issues waiting to happen. As for a buffer, I have an old very big one. I would recommend that he get a cheap one from HF and a paste to remove scratches from the clear coat after he first washes the vehicle. Thanks, Fred Explorer 1 |
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Post by Explorer 1 on May 17, 2017 20:00:00 GMT -8
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