WHO'S RUNNING GREEN TRAL?

[BOB]

I am leading Green Trail again this year. Who is running green? XJOSH95 (Josh) is my tail-gunner. We will help everyone get through the trail. My group will be on cb channel 7. a few points to know. When you are in line, introduce yourself to the person in front of you and behind you. when you go over hills, always tell the person behind you when you are over the hill and out of the way. Just say the persons name and say "BOB...I am clear". this way he or she knows they can come over and know they will not run into you. If someone in front of you is going up a hill, don't move up...wait til he gets over the hill. Because, he may not make it over and may need to roll back down the hill.
If you have ANY questions, post them up now.

BOB

[mrmikey32]

can some one fill me in on the trails? i am new to this offroading stuff. im used to going around turns at 80+ mph....

[REWSTER]

i will either run green or "Rev's Run" depending on the requirements, the leaders figure that out on friday right?

[Rev Den]

Yes....by Friday night we will know what the requirements are for each trail.

If you are too built for Easy, and don't mind paint damage, or the chance of body damage, Rev's Run will be open to you.

Rev

[FlexdXJ]

I'm in your group again Bob!

[FlexdXJ]

can some one fill me in on the trails? i am new to this offroading stuff. im used to going around turns at 80+ mph....

Green and White are the easier stuff. We can get your stocker through and if all else fails someone will have a winch and everyone will have a strap. We had quite a few bone stock rigs running last year You may damage your rockers at stock height just depends on whether you care or not. Orange is more difficult and usually requires one locker but it depends on the condition of the trail in any case. Red/Pink are the Hard stuff. Then there is a whole Quarry to play around in.

[mrmikey32]

Green and White are the easier stuff. We can get your stocker through and if all else fails someone will have a winch and everyone will have a strap. We had quite a few bone stock rigs running last year You may damage your rockers at stock height just depends on whether you care or not. Orange is more difficult and usually requires one locker but it depends on the condition of the trail in any case. Red/Pink are the Hard stuff. Then there is a whole Quarry to play around in.
there are holes in the floor and roof. my mirros are attached with glue, and my oil psi shows 140.....

lets break some more shit

and my rockers are rusted and being replaced with dom. so i dont care. ive sadly already called my motor club just in case

[XJ Stryker]

Tessa and I are with you Bob... Although Rev's run sounds interesting I will just have to wait for the requirements. If it will involve the Orange trail rock garden I am out. I hated wheelin that over the summer when I went. I just had no fun trying it open on 30's.

[poorboy87]

Winterfest Virgin here Bob.
Ill be taggin with you.

[jester1084]

Yes....by Friday night we will know what the requirements are for each trail.

If you are too built for Easy, and don't mind paint damage, or the chance of body damage, Rev's Run will be open to you.

Rev

Rev's little romp through the ATV trails last year was a blast, depending on
where he ventures to this year I might follow him on his trail run too. I'm
thinking I don't want to push it too hard because I still have my little heat
soak issue I've had the last 3 winterfests I've been to.

For those of you who are wondering what trails to try, I was able to
"make" it through pink last year with 32's, a winch, and a front locker.
However, it was dry, I took most of the detours, and had some help.
But I will say it fun and a good learning experience.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v601/jester1084/th_100_1512.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v601/jester1084/?action=view&current=100_1512.jpg)

Jester

[BOB]

Green can be as easy or difficult as you want it to be. With a stock XJ, yes, you can make it through using some by-passes and common sense. Green can have some challenges as well. There are some areas you can choose not to by-pass, test your skills, and see what your XJ can do. Thats why it is very important to have a working cb radio. This way we can communicate to you while we're on the trail. Also, this is why it is important to have front and rear tow points.

BOB

[FlexdXJ]

Winterfest Virgin here Bob.
Ill be taggin with you.

There may end up being more than one green group so Bob may not be the only green trail leader. Thats what happened last year.

[RAM-ROD]

Bob this is my first Winterfest i think i will be in your group being on 31's and open.

[XJosh95]

Hi there! Bob's tail-gunner here.

[FlexdXJ]

Hi there! Bob's tail-gunner here.

Josh loves the rear! :D

[XJosh95]

You been peekin?!

[FlexdXJ]

You been peekin?!


:roflmao: :moon:

[BOB]

Josh loves the rear! :D

....and you would know... how????

[FlexdXJ]

....and you would know... how????

Brad told me! :D

[XJ&CHZ4ME]

some guys got all the luck... :lastara:

[poorboy87]

There may end up being more than one green group so Bob may not be the only green trail leader. Thats what happened last year.


Yeah thats what I figured. Im open on 31s with 3 inches of lift.
I dont have a cb though so Ill need to be in the middle.
Guess Ill honk when Im clear of obsticles.

[discosteve]

Yeah thats what I figured. Im open on 31s with 3 inches of lift.
I dont have a cb though so Ill need to be in the middle.
Guess Ill honk when Im clear of obsticles.

tim, you can just go in front of me. we`ll get two soup cans and some string. itll be fine.

im built the same as tims rig. ill be tagging along on green trail too.

[XJ Stryker]

Yeah thats what I figured. Im open on 31s with 3 inches of lift.
I dont have a cb though so Ill need to be in the middle.
Guess Ill honk when Im clear of obsticles.

Hmmm spent 45 bucks at walmart on Tessa's CB and Antenna I won't have much range 500 yards but it will get her through WF. Maybe should look into it. We will be happier if you have one.

[BOB]

Hmmm spent 45 bucks at walmart on Tessa's CB and Antenna I won't have much range 500 yards but it will get her through WF. Maybe should look into it. We will be happier if you have one.


10-4
:D

BOB

[poorboy87]

Hmmm spent 45 bucks at walmart on Tessa's CB and Antenna I won't have much range 500 yards but it will get her through WF. Maybe should look into it. We will be happier if you have one.

Just got one off Byron. Im gunna hook it up this weekend.


Steve.
It would have to be a really long string. You would be like BLLLLLAAAAAAAHHHHHH up the hill and the string would go.... Doink.
And we would loose all radio contact and Id be lost forever.

[XJosh95]

It would have to be a really long string. You would be like BLLLLLAAAAAAAHHHHHH up the hill and the string would go.... Doink.
And we would loose all radio contact and Id be lost forever.

If the IT guy here at work knew how to correctly update this computer, I would be stealing this for a sig.

[bmyohn]

Where can I find a magnet mount CB antenna?

[99SJ_Ex]

Unfortunately I will be there only in spirit this year, but I have some tips for the 'newbies'.

1) Listen to Bob/Josh, they know what they're talking about. Trust em and you'll get through fine.

2)Don't be afraid to ask for help/tips/tows, that's what they're there for. :)

3)Be confident in your jeeps ability, you'd be amazed what it can do stock/mild build. (I was amazed last yr...)

4)If your rig is making weird sounds/acting weird, let the Vets take a look at it. (Thought I had a broken rear axle last yr, turned out just to be water/sand in drum breaks...)

Follow these tips and you'll have a blast! Remember its not so much about the wheeling as it is about communicating with those around you and having a fun time!

tEx-out

[FlexdXJ]

1) Listen to Bob/Josh, they know what they're talking about. Trust em and you'll get through fine.



Bob, Yes. Josh, thats debatable! :D

[96 XJ Sport]

Where can I find a magnet mount CB antenna?

Plenty of places, I'm sure, but this place is right down the street from my work. Lots of selection and good prices. If you want to avoid shipping I can pick it up. It's a warehouse type place, but they're cool with walk-ins, too.

http://www.copper.com/cart/product_info.php?cPath=32_34&products_id=1626

[FlexdXJ]

Where can I find a magnet mount CB antenna?


Pilot, Flying J any truck stop really. Of course you don't have an interstate that close so you're screwed! :D Radioshack probably has one too.

[XJosh95]

Bob, Yes. Josh, thats debatable! :D

Hardy har har. :illegalflipoffsmiley: Wait till you have a mishap...kharma biotch.

[FlexdXJ]

Hardy har har. :illegalflipoffsmiley: Wait till you have a mishap...kharma biotch.

Oh, you shut your mouth. Don't Jinx me. I've already lost one Jeep! :(

[cardboard]

Where can I find a magnet mount CB antenna?

I have 1 you can borrow if you need.

[BOB]

Plenty of places, I'm sure, but this place is right down the street from my work. Lots of selection and good prices. If you want to avoid shipping I can pick it up. It's a warehouse type place, but they're cool with walk-ins, too.

http://www.copper.com/cart/product_info.php?cPath=32_34&products_id=1626

Eric,

would you pick one up for me please. My antenna is crap.
I will give you cash at WF.

Thanks

BOB

[bmyohn]

I have 1 you can borrow if you need.

would it be alright if i borrowed it for the run? I have the CB but i dont have the cable or the antenna. I'll share some beer :smootch:

[96 XJ Sport]

would you pick one up for me please. My antenna is crap.

Sure thing, BOB. I'll get the exact one in the link unless you see something else you like better. I'll go at lunchtime Mon or Tues...bring it to you Friday AM.

BTW, I'll be running in your group (or one of the green groups) on Sat. I don't care what Rob says about ya, I'll still wheel with ya :laugh3:

[BOB]

Sure thing, BOB. I'll get the exact one in the link unless you see something else you like better. I'll go at lunchtime Mon or Tues...bring it to you Friday AM.

BTW, I'll be running in your group (or one of the green groups) on Sat. I don't care what Rob says about ya, I'll still wheel with ya :laugh3:

that one will do I guess....not sure how great we can tune it.
If you see something better, go for it. You can go up to $30 for a magnet base style..anything is better than what I have for sure.

Your welcome in my group Eric. Rob did great last year.
This year Rob has Tessa, so we'll make room for them for sure!!

thanks Eric

BOB

[96 XJ Sport]

If you see something better, go for it.

They don't have a retail area at the warehouse for me to view them, only the website. But here's what they have in that price range in addition to the one above. Your choice!

http://www.copper.com/cart/product_info.php?cPath=32_34&products_id=357

This one certainly looks nicer, but $34 and doesn't come with a cable.
http://www.copper.com/cart/product_info.php?cPath=32_34&products_id=197

[BOB]

lets go with the K30....coincidentally, thats the radio I have.

Thanks again!

BOB

[cardboard]

would it be alright if i borrowed it for the run? I have the CB but i dont have the cable or the antenna. I'll share some beer :smootch:

Sure you can. It comes with cable and ant. and I will take you up on that beer thing as long as they are not of the Silver bullet variety.
Cardboard

[96 XJ Sport]

lets go with the K30....coincidentally, thats the radio I have.

Thanks again!

No problem. That's the one I would have picked, too :D

[bmyohn]

Sure you can. It comes with cable and ant. and I will take you up on that beer thing as long as they are not of the Silver bullet variety.
Cardboard

awesome! thanks buddy! i have should have some rolling rock if you'd like that. its not silver bullets :D

[XJ TESS]

Can someone help tune my cb? :D since Rob has no clue .

[FlexdXJ]

Can someone help tune my cb? :D since Rob has no clue .

Does he have a clue about anything? :D If someone has an SWR meter to bring i need to tune my antenna too!

[Rev Den]

I will have a tuner, and the knowledge to use it.

Rev

[FlexdXJ]

Thanks Rev!

[cardboard]

Hey Rev I may hook up with you on friday evening to get mine checked if you dont mind.
Cardboard

[BOB]

with the magnet mounts, do you still need to tune?
If so...REV...I got a stogie for a tune!

BOB

[ILLXJ]

with the magnet mounts, do you still need to tune?
If so...REV...I got a stogie for a tune!

BOB

I've been running the same mag. mount since 03 & it's never been tuned. I'm sure it would have better range if it was, but it's fine on the trails. JIM.

[XJRN]

I am open on 31's and a 4.5" lift. I think I will try this run.

[philagony94xj]

I am open on 31's and a 4.5" lift. I think I will try this run.

You will do fine! I'm at the same lift height and 33's and I cruise through. I've done Orange with my current setup, but it was dry and I did have a little bit of a tough time, mainly cause I'm open/open.

[XJosh95]

I will have a tuner, and the knowledge to use it.

Rev

Tuning SWR Procedure (without meter): Rise onto feet. Body in upright position. Raise arm. Mildly move arm back and forth with open hand in direction of people. Once you recieve the same signal in return, your "Standing Wave" has been tuned.

[FlexdXJ]

Tuning SWR Procedure (without meter): Rise onto feet. Body in upright position. Raise arm. Mildly move arm back and forth with open hand in direction of people. Once you recieve the same signal in return, your "Standing Wave" has been tuned.


You're awful creative this morning.

[BOB]

You're awful creative this morning.

he remembered his meds.
:wierd:

BOB

[XJosh95]

I took lots of my meds over the course of the weekend. A few last night, some more tonight and wednesday. More than likely a little on Thursday. For sure Friday and Saturday. Do you think I have a problem?

[macgyvr]

I took lots of my meds over the course of the weekend. A few last night, some more tonight and wednesday. More than likely a little on Thursday. For sure Friday and Saturday. Do you think I have a problem?

only if you admit you have a problem or quit...

mac 'that's what i roll with' gyvr

[XJosh95]

only if you admit you have a problem or quit...

mac 'that's what i roll with' gyvr

Yes, I can see how quitting would be a problem.

[97XJ2]

There's plenty of links about tuning on the webz. I have a pretty sweet system, and have it tuned in good where I have about 7-8 miles of range.

Also it looks like this may be the run for me!