NWFest '08

[CanMan]

This years NWFest will be another great one. Great wheeling, good times, and family friendly fun. It is being held the weekend of June 27th-29th, at Naches, Washington. I will be there early Thursday, to claim camp. So, show up from Thursday on. :thumbup:

There are trails for all kinds of rigs, from stock to heavily modified. We will need a few trail leaders, that know the area, and can lead different groups. Ill dig up some maps and make copies for everyone to have.

It is open to members and non members. You have to be at least 18 years of age to attend(NAXJA insurance reasons). All attendies must sign a liability waiver, including passengers. Passengers do not have to be of 18 years old to ride along.

Your rig must abide by the NAXJA bylaw guidelines, moreso the Sponsered Events and Trips section, Article IX.

http://www.naxja.org/html/bylaws.htm

Dinner will once again be sponsored by John Mathews of Auburn Car Repair and Offroad. Im sure it will be the great chicken and his wife's awesome patato salad. Ill be bringing soda pop, chips, and plates. If you would like to help out, bring what you can, it is appreciated. We will need a headcount on this, so we will know how much food to bring.

For the raffle, it will be the same as last years. Once again, Auburn Car Repair and Offroad is going to donate some prizes for the raffle. If anyone would like to donate anything, let one of the chapter officers know, or post up.

Hope to see everyone there!

[fubar XJ]

Cool, I'm in. I know the Naches area relatively well (mostly the Manastash side) but I'd be willing to lead a trail if necessary. Not sure what you guys will need food wise, throw some ideas out and I'll see if I can help as we get closer. Should still be some snow at higher elevations, that could be fun.

Looking forward to it.... :)

[Ba-Riedo]

Never been to Naches but looking forward to attending this next summer.

-Alex

[XJourney]

Awesome. I marked the calender. So where are we camping? Manastash Campground?

I also volunteer for a trail leader if needed. I know the area pretty well, Right Ryan ;)

[CanMan]

Im thinking Long Meadow, across the bridge that goes over the river on the left headind down Little Naches Road. Or by the river right there. Just to keep the costs down of having to buy a NW forest pass or paying each day to camp.

We will know for sure shortly.

[WheelinJR]

Awesome, I haven't been to Naches in years!

Count me in.

[JBweld]

Putting it on the calendar!

[Avanteone]

I'll no longer be in an XJ, but I'll be a trail leader.

John

[RRT]

Putting it on the calendar!
x2

[mojojojo]

just confirmed with the boss man. i have the 26th and 27th off for vacation. i will be up there thursday. let me know if you need any help setting up etc....

[jeepboy381]

Naches is by Yakima right? I have never been up there before, what is the best way to get there from Portland? I am for sure going this time!

[WheelinJR]

We might have to Caravan up there on Thursday Rod.

Naches is by Yakima right? I have never been up there before, what is the best way to get there from Portland? I am for sure going this time!
Last time I went, which was like 2001-ish, we went out thru the Gorge, and then up 97 to Yakima, then west on 12

Bout 3 hours and 200 miles.

[jeepboy381]

That is not to bad, I will caraven up with you guys as well!

[hards91xj]

I know where that place is.
I`ll put it on the wall.
I might even spend the whole weekend.:gag:
I know some of the trails .....

[ECKSJAY]

I know where that place is.
I`ll put it on the wall.
I might even spend the whole weekend.:gag:
I know some of the trails .....

The trails up there are hard and scare me. :D

It's too close to another event I'll be attending. Bummer. :scottm:

[WaXJ_Skier]

I'll be there... I might even camp this time.

[TRSCobra]

I'm gonna try to make this one. Unless Uncle Sam has better plans...

[Avanteone]

It's too close to another event I'll be attending. Bummer. :scottm:


New mall grand opening somewhere?

[CanMan]

It's too close to another event I'll be attending. Bummer. :scottm:

Let me guess, Rimrock 4th of July?

Thanks for trying to make it though.

[ECKSJAY]

Y'all read way too much into stuff. :)

[WheelinJR]

Y'all read way too much into stuff. :)

Is your baby due around that time?

[ECKSJAY]

Is your baby due around that time?

Yeah, she should be about a month old by then. But in this case, I've got 'school' I'm attending. ;)

[mojojojo]

i been googling videos of moon rocks and funny rocks for the last hour.....Damn! this is gonna be BAD ASS!!!!!! :loveu: cant wait.

[TORX]

I will definitely be there. Finals should be done by then, so it will be a great way to kick off the summer. Now what to do about the jeep between now and then?

[WheelinJR]

Now what to do about the jeep between now and then?

5" of lift, 33" tires, lockers, gears, winch, onboard air...

Have I spent enough of your money yet?

[JBweld]

Damn! this is gonna be BAD ASS!!!!!! :loveu:

You're right.
http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o146/M1XJ/Naches/Naches081.jpg

-Jeremy

[Metal Thrasher]

i been googling videos of moon rocks and funny rocks for the last hour.....Damn! this is gonna be BAD ASS!!!!!! :loveu: cant wait.

Check this: http://www.timbertamers.org/TTCWweb/results/2007/pictures.htm

May be pics in there of Jeremy roundhouse kicking Michael's bumper off and HiLift into a pretzel.....

[JBweld]

Me = 1, Michael's bumper = 0
http://www.timbertamers.org/TTCWweb/results/2007/pictures/HPIM0194.jpg

[TORX]

5" of lift, 33" tires, lockers, gears, winch, onboard air...

Have I spent enough of your money yet?
Yeah, but under each of those is a complex sub category with 15 options that I have to dissect, and weigh the pro's and con's of. It takes time.

On a side note we need to get the NWF/08 forum up.

[Blkxjkrawler]

Me = 1, Michael's bumper = 0


But could have easily been
You =-1 Thumb, Michael's bumper = FTW
:laugh3:
-Ryan

[Blkxjkrawler]

On a side note we need to get the NWF/08 forum up.

We'll get it up soon.



Dont quote that.
-Ryan

[JBweld]

Dont quote that.
-Ryan

OK.

[ECKSJAY]

We'll get it up soon.

I can't find it!!!

Sounds like a couple of real personal problems there. :roll:

[Avanteone]

Did someone say funny rocks? I LOVE the funny rocks :)

http://ilkstead.com/aaron/detroitrun07/detroitrun34.jpg

[Ba-Riedo]

Is that where you broke a window John? I was watching roudy sessions with Matt today and he was saying something about that when moon rocks came on.

-Alex

[Avanteone]

Is that where you broke a window John? I was watching roudy sessions with Matt today and he was saying something about that when moon rocks came on.

-Alex

I broke a window running a VERY tight line over in the Moon Rocks (1/2 mile from funny rocks)

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m197/T_Boone/November%209-11%202007-Naches/IMG_0015.jpg

[NickThePyro]

I'm 57 days to young :(

[WheelinJR]

I'm 57 days to young :(

You better find someone to ride along with then.

[NickThePyro]

You better find someone to ride along with then.Im gonna try, if not ill bring the jeep out when its finaly done to the 09 one.

[reson46]

I'm sure these are dumb questions, but I'm new to the area so I'll ask anyway. :huh:

Any fees associated with this? Forest service pass, etc.? Where is the camping? Any hookups?

Thanks,
Willy

[CanMan]

I'm sure these are dumb questions, but I'm new to the area so I'll ask anyway. :huh:

Any fees associated with this? Forest service pass, etc.? Where is the camping? Any hookups?

Thanks,
Willy

There are NO fees associated. Its free to attend. No Forest Service Pass Required, but its always good to have them, just incase.

The camping part is still going to be figured out. Im thinking Long Meadow. Or possibly Kaner Flats Campground. There are no hookups for trailers(power, sewer, water). There are well hand pumps, toilet vaults, and dumpsters though.

[fubar XJ]

You do need a forest pass if you're leaving a vehicle parked in camp all day. We had a ranger come by and ticket our tow rigs a couple years ago, we had the forest passes in our trail rigs. :mad:

It took several phone calls and vouching for our club by our resident ranger contact to clear it up.

[CoolCal]

Probably spend a night or two.
I need to exercise the brown jeep and show off with 2.8 liter of POWER

[Caribou Lou]

Might try to come, but I'd feel lame with just metric 33's, and open diff's. Maybe I'll have the wife drive all weekend and play it off like it's her Jeep ;)

[XJourney]

Why do you feel lame about 33s and open diffs? You can run EVERY trail @ Naches with that set-up. You don't need the blingiest set-up to have fun.

[Caribou Lou]

You can't run EVERY trail with 33's and open diffs when there's still snow up there. Trust me, I've been there more then a few times.

As for the bling, it's an 11 year old base model Cherokee, I think "bling" is an oxymoron

[fubar XJ]

You can run most of the main trails with 31"s and some driving skill when it's dry out. If there's snow or more likely mud on the trails, you'll want a locker in the rear at least.

[Caribou Lou]

You can run most of the main trails with 31"s and some driving skill when it's dry out. If there's snow or more likely mud on the trails, you'll want a locker in the rear at least.

Dry is one thing. Wet, mud, snow makes it alittle more fun ;)

[mojojojo]

You don't need the blingiest set-up to have fun.

Damn!!! all that money......and all those stickers......wasted!!!!! :gonnablow





http://www.naxja.org/forum/images/icons/icon10.gif

[2xtreme]

The vast majority of the trails in the area can be run with a stock XJ. There is very little that can not be run with an XJ on 33's open/open.

This event is more about the group dynamics than it is about what Jeeps could complete what trails ;)

I hope you decide to come along.
Michael

[CoolCal]

You can't run EVERY trail with 33's and open diffs when there's still snow up there. Trust me, I've been there more then a few times.

As for the bling, it's an 11 year old base model Cherokee, I think "bling" is an oxymoron


Mine's 23 years old with 2.8 liters of POWER to pull 4.0's back to camp, open diffs and 32 inch tires. I have been in snow up to the door handles, mud over the hood, logs three inches into the rockers (dents to prove it) and it still goes.maybe a bit slower than some, but it goes. ya don't need to spend big bucks to have some good fun. And if you get hung up, let the guy with the $1500 winch or $25 dollar strap show off and pull you out. It's all part of the good time. Every rig that shows up started out as a stock vehicle One fella, I think Carl is his name, just adds skid plates and goes on all the trails. The more goodies you add means the more stuck you will get.

[IXNAYXJ]

The more goodies you add means the more stuck you will get.Something like that....

When the trails are dry, most can be done open/open. When we're going to be there for NWFest, it's going to be a whole different ball game. That being said, there will be trails for every skill level.

-----Matt-----

[Caribou Lou]

Something like that....

When the trails are dry, most can be done open/open. When we're going to be there for NWFest, it's going to be a whole different ball game. That being said, there will be trails for every skill level.

-----Matt-----

Thank you. Apparently people can't read when I said I've been up there more then a few times, in many different rigs and weather conditions.

By summer, the XJ will have lockers front and rear...Open diffs will make me have to learn how to drive again ;)

[GI-John]

Hoping to be back by then. Time will tell

[mudxj92]

Hey guys i would really like to go, but iam 17 and my dad always rides passenger/spotter. could I still go?

[supsa]

The wife baby and myself will show. I would like to fallow someone out there. I get lost eazily

[IXNAYXJ]

Hey guys i would really like to go, but iam 17 and my dad always rides passenger/spotter. could I still go?The rules are 18. But if your dad were to be the 'official' driver, I don't think anybody would mind if you took a turn behind the wheel. ;)

-----Matt-----

[Luckys Lady]

Hmmmmm - That's really close to GI-Johns return. I will keep ya'll posted. He expects to home around that time - heck he might not want to "camp" per se - Ya know he's camping in the wilderness now, right? he's been real busy but, I am sure he'll want to see ya'll and inhale his first bowl of my Potato Soup. Of course, we'll bring squirt unless we can find a sitter.

[Luckys Lady]

uh - Can I say Duh? I skipped right past my own hubz posting from 3 days ago - losing my mind right now. Becca has a lil girlfriend over and their giggles are getting to me!

[Caribou Lou]

Hey guys i would really like to go, but iam 17 and my dad always rides passenger/spotter. could I still go?

No fake ID? :spin1:

[XJSlater]

Hope to be able to make it this year, wasn't quite 18 last year. Now to finish up all the winter projects to get it ready!


-Adam

[JBweld]

Hope to be able to make it this year, wasn't quite 18 last year. Now to finish up all the winter projects to get it ready!


-Adam

Cool. Hope to see you there!

-Jeremy

[XJSlater]

Thanks I'm excited. It'll be my first official NAXJA event, so I figured i'd kick it off with a good one.

[NickThePyro]

Hope to be able to make it this year, wasn't quite 18 last year. Now to finish up all the winter projects to get it ready!


-AdamWhat are you doing to it?

[XJSlater]

4.56, possibly a detroit in the rear, building a rear bumper, detours backbone for the front, and some bling pulling power to go on the detours.

[NickThePyro]

4.56, possibly a detroit in the rear, building a rear bumper, detours backbone for the front, and some bling pulling power to go on the detours.


Nice, cant wait to see it:thumbup:

[wingnutooa]

i'll be at the sand dunes again.... you guys should change the dates so i can go.... :)

[Muad'Dib]

Looks like i might make it. It will be my first "official" offroading session if i do. Definetly will be the first time out with other NAXJA members.

[morbidmike]

I'll be there Friday night with another Xj with me.

[TORX]

Has the camping location been determined yet?

Also, does anyone have a GPS track or coordinates of the area?

[XJourney]

Also, does anyone have a GPS track or coordinates of the area?

Try www.NWJeepn.com

Naches trails are listed under "Manastash Ridge / Kaner Flats " in the "trail" section

[rayertle]

I have been looking for a trip to Naches, look forward to it. Will the campground mentioned support RV's? Or is there another camground nearby?

Thanks,
Ray

[XJCasper]

I was hoping to make it up with Josh for a camping trip, but gas is getting rediculous.

I have that Sat/Sun off and will decide at the last minute.

[TORX]

Try www.NWJeepn.com (http://www.NWJeepn.com)

Naches trails are listed under "Manastash Ridge / Kaner Flats " in the "trail" section
Exactly what I was looking for.

Bookmarked.

[Dawg Cherokee]

I no longer have my XJ, but just got its spiritual successor: a Wrangler Unlimited. If I can make the date, will I be allowed to come and play?

[IXNAYXJ]

I no longer have my XJ, but just got its spiritual successor: a Wrangler Unlimited. If I can make the date, will I be allowed to come and play?No sweat, the LJ is a sweat platform; look forward to seeing you there.

-----Matt-----

[Outdoors]

I no longer have my XJ, but just got its spiritual successor: a Wrangler Unlimited. If I can make the date, will I be allowed to come and play? I still show up with my LJ, so as was said earlier you bet.. It's just a good group here for sure...

[TORX]

Has the camping location been determined yet?
Anything been decided yet? Forest pass required? Do you guys need help with anything?

Only 2 months to go!

[Outdoors]

We might have to Caravan up there on Thursday Rod.


Last time I went, which was like 2001-ish, we went out thru the Gorge, and then up 97 to Yakima, then west on 12

Bout 3 hours and 200 miles.

That's the long way.. try mapquest you'll enjoy the other route better as long as you are not trailer Queen ing'
it Rob...;-) Otherwise going through the gorge would be easier..

[Avanteone]

Anything been decided yet? Forest pass required? Do you guys need help with anything?

Only 2 months to go!

Camping will be in what I believe to be called "Long Meadow". Up Little Naches Road, left @ the large concrete bridge over the river. Follow for a couple hundred yards, as the road starts to curve left and goes from paved to gravel, there's a sharper left that heads into an open field and the road is a loop, we'll be somewhere down there :) NW Forest Pass is not required @ Naches.

J

[ladywolf]

I still show up with my LJ, so as was said earlier you bet.. It's just a good group here for sure...


you guys'll be good. I was XJ'less in 05, and wheeled w/ my CJ. Course due to the army and their lovely idea of camping, i keep missing all the good wheeling:(

[XJCasper]

So, what is the quickest way from Tacoma or Olympia?

Thanks
Jason

[Avanteone]

So, what is the quickest way from Tacoma or Olympia?

Thanks
Jason

From Tacoma, Highway 410 over the pass, left on Little Naches Road. From Olympia it MIGHT be quicker over SR12, then left on 410.... but I'm not sure. I'm sure someone else will chime in or you could mapquest it.

J

[ladywolf]

So, what is the quickest way from Tacoma or Olympia?

Thanks
Jason


jason,
takin white pass should be the fastest, unless you can cut partway through the nat. park and it dumps ya out in either packwood or randall (cant remember). thats generally the way i head home from lewis on weekends, takes me roughly 5 hours, but thats only cuz i live all the way SE of the yak.

just dont take i5 down till u hit 410, that takes too long. go the backway down thru spanaway (yelm, roy, mckenna, etc. .) then go that way. I dont have a roadmap handy otherwise i could tell ya better.

[XJCasper]

My departure location depends on whether I leave form Work Friday night, or my house (Yelm). Saturday morning.

I am trying to get a location on Mapquest.

[ladywolf]

My departure location depends on whether I leave form Work Friday night, or my house (Yelm). Saturday morning.

I am trying to get a location on Mapquest.



ok. from yelm its easy. take highway whatever it is (the one that runs the backside of lewis) to that 3 way stop in spanaway next to the gas station and whatnot, and hang a right and just keep goin lol. i think it brings ya out in packwood?


i know, my directions are not near helpful enuf

[XJCasper]

Ok, now I see Naches on the map.
Looks like I need 702, to 7, to 12.

[thethinginthewoods]

I can't wait. It's been a busy winter season for me and I haven't had a lot of time for wheeling. Naches is one of my favorite locations though. I'll be attending with a camo 89 xj. Does anybody know where the official camp/gathering/meeting place will be?

[Ba-Riedo]

Camping will be in what I believe to be called "Long Meadow". Up Little Naches Road, left @ the large concrete bridge over the river. Follow for a couple hundred yards, as the road starts to curve left and goes from paved to gravel, there's a sharper left that heads into an open field and the road is a loop, we'll be somewhere down there :) NW Forest Pass is not required @ Naches.

J

Here be the camping spots. :pirate1:

-Alex

[thethinginthewoods]

Thanks! Guess I shoulda looked deeper into the forum. I checked the usgs map and there is a "Longmire" meadow and a "lost" meadow not to far from each other. I guess I'll just look for the other mass congregations of xj's and jeeps when the time comes.

[comanchekid]

I'm in for this always fun at naches...

[Avanteone]

I'm in for this always fun at naches...

Who's guest are you going as? http://www.pnwjeep.net/forum/images/smilies/angry-smiley-047.gif

[comanchekid]

This years NWFest will be another great one. Great wheeling, good times, and family friendly fun. It is being held the weekend of June 27th-29th, at Naches, Washington. I will be there early Thursday, to claim camp. So, show up from Thursday on. :thumbup:

There are trails for all kinds of rigs, from stock to heavily modified. We will need a few trail leaders, that know the area, and can lead different groups. Ill dig up some maps and make copies for everyone to have.

It is open to members and non members. You have to be at least 18 years of age to attend(NAXJA insurance reasons). All attendies must sign a liability waiver, including passengers. Passengers do not have to be of 18 years old to ride along.

Your rig must abide by the NAXJA bylaw guidelines, moreso the Sponsered Events and Trips section, Article IX.

http://www.naxja.org/html/bylaws.htm

Dinner will once again be sponsored by John Mathews of Auburn Car Repair and Offroad. Im sure it will be the great chicken and his wife's awesome patato salad. Ill be bringing soda pop, chips, and plates. If you would like to help out, bring what you can, it is appreciated. We will need a headcount on this, so we will know how much food to bring.

For the raffle, it will be the same as last years. Once again, Auburn Car Repair and Offroad is going to donate some prizes for the raffle. If anyone would like to donate anything, let one of the chapter officers know, or post up.

Hope to see everyone there!

[comanchekid]

Who's guest are you going as? http://www.pnwjeep.net/forum/images/smilies/angry-smiley-047.gif


I knew you would have something to say its a given....http://www.pnwjeep.net/forum/images/smilies/angry-smiley-047.gif

[WheelinJR]

I am non XJ, so sign me up for the baby trails...I am still only 60% on actually showing up though.

[mudrat]

Never been to Naches.Anybody have exact address so i can mapquest. also how people trailer their rigs. this year i have no means of tow rig so i will be driving(wheeling) and driving back.I will have all the usual necessarys (strap, spare, etc.)along with spare long front shaft and u joints. what else would be proper?As i would hate to limp the heep home 180 miles .

[XJCasper]

I will be driving. I could borrow my brother's truck and beg my parents to borrow their Truck, but would rather not at this point.

[CanMan]

Never been to Naches.Anybody have exact address so i can mapquest. also how people trailer their rigs. this year i have no means of tow rig so i will be driving(wheeling) and driving back.I will have all the usual necessarys (strap, spare, etc.)along with spare long front shaft and u joints. what else would be proper?As i would hate to limp the heep home 180 miles .

Well, you would head north on Interstate 5. Take the SR512 exit toward Puyallup. Follow it until you have to merge onto SR167. Then get onto SR410, east toward Yakima. Drive for a good hour and a half, until you come up to Little Naches road. Take a left down it. Once you come to a bridge crossing the Naches River, follow the NAXJA signs to camp.

Alternate directions are, if you can take Interstate 5 north, you can follow SR12 east, but you'd have to backtrack some to get to Little Naches.

All spares you could think of, that you can get your hands on. Axle shafts front and rear, a hub, various engine electronics, driveshaft u joints, fluids, ect.. most the time anyone would have something that can help get you back home.

[thethinginthewoods]

Does anybody know when Chinook pass opens this year? I am pretty sure the Naches trail will be buried pretty deep in snow near the summit, even at the end of June, so I am going to try to drive up and over 410 through Mt. Rainier Nat. Park and swing into camp from that direction. :helpme:

[Avanteone]

Does anybody know when Chinook pass opens this year? I am pretty sure the Naches trail will be buried pretty deep in snow near the summit, even at the end of June, so I am going to try to drive up and over 410 through Mt. Rainier Nat. Park and swing into camp from that direction. :helpme:

WSDOT says Chinook pass is still scheduled to open for Memorial Day Weekend. The Naches trail does not open from the West side until July 15th.

John

[thethinginthewoods]

Thanks, John. I guess I'll keep my eyes on the DOT website and plan on going up and over the pass (Chinook that is) and wheel the east side of Naches. I am coming from the Lake Tapps/Buckley area so normally it is not that far when you can get over Naches. There is also a network of Forest Service roads that criss-cross the trail, so I might be able to make it through that way. Should be a blast!

[2xtreme]

Never been to Naches.Anybody have exact address so i can mapquest. also how people trailer their rigs. this year i have no means of tow rig so i will be driving(wheeling) and driving back.I will have all the usual necessarys (strap, spare, etc.)along with spare long front shaft and u joints. what else would be proper?As i would hate to limp the heep home 180 miles .

I limped home from our 1st North West Fest a few years ago. Clogged radiator, no altinator, dead battery. Wasn't that bad, even my youngest daughter handled it well. The last few years there have been far fewer broken parts :hang:

If I remember correctly, we (the whole group) had two broken front axle shafts, 1 rear axle shaft, 1 front driveline, 1 radiator, 1 altinator, several bumps and bruises. What a great weekend that was!!

In all honesty, most of the group drive their wheeling rigs and just a few trailer. Between the group there are very few spare parts and little that we can't fix in an emergency.

Michael

[mudrat]

Thanks, i figured i would bring a spare front(longside)axle shaft, u joints, front driveline, and fluids . the rest i hope is built enough for my girly right foot!

[mudrat]

I am in put in the vacation time today. looking forward to getting out of town for awhile. Will be me and a friend, wife and baby girl will stay home as well the baby's still a baby.tough luck for her.

[Luckys Lady]

We should be there for sure! Friday 27th is a DONSA (day of non-scheduled activity) for GI JOhns unit. We may even arrive Thurs eve to claim camp as well? Gotta see if we can still trailer?

[mudrat]

Now is NAXJA there to reserve for the amount of people that say they are to come and get a spot, or is it first come first out of luck?

[Avanteone]

It's a HUGE open field. There aren't enough people ON here to fill it up. Won't be an issue.

J

[IXNAYXJ]

We may even arrive Thurs eve to claim camp as well? We'll have people there to claim enough space for everyone. It shouldn't be an issue (it's not a formal campground, more like a large field).

-----Matt-----

EDIT: Just saw John's response. x2.

[xj x two]

I'm a new member to both NAXJA and the forums. Since the club was coming to play in my backyard I just couldn't resist joining. I live a couple of miles outside of Naches so if anyone needs information on the area feel free to contact me. I'm looking forward to meeting all of you.

[black89xj]

I'm putting it on my calendar. Cant wait for the killer chicken and potato(e) salad!!!!

I also cant wait to see some of old timers over there!

Greetings to GI John and his other half, and Ladywolf!!

Now, I just gotta get my ball joints replaced....

--Karl

ps--any word if Howard is attending?

[2xtreme]

I'm putting it on my calendar. Cant wait for the killer chicken and potato(e) salad!!!!

I also cant wait to see some of old timers over there!

Greetings to GI John and his other half, and Ladywolf!!

Now, I just gotta get my ball joints replaced....

--Karl

ps--any word if Howard is attending?


Karl,
It will be great to see you.
I don't think there has been a "formal" word from Howard?
I hope he attends, it just isn't the same without him :eek:

You planning on showing us up again in your "almost" stock XJ :owl:

Michael

[Muddy Beast]

So my self and my friend are both 17 with XJ's...we wouldnt even be able to go if our parents signed the wavor?

I need ideas and help on making my rig a wheeler, and I wana see some sweet rigs/ride with 'em.

[IXNAYXJ]

So my self and my friend are both 17 with XJ's...we wouldnt even be able to go if our parents signed the wavor?I'm pretty sure our insurance won't allow you to drive, regardless or parental consent. That being said, I don't think there would be anything wrong is you were to show up and hang out. I know there will be empty seats for you to ride along on the trails.

Probably not the answer you were looking for, but at least you can get out on the trails, see what XJs are capable of, meet a bunch of NWC members and check out a variety of rigs.

-----Matt-----

[ECKSJAY]

I'm pretty sure our insurance won't allow you to drive, regardless or parental consent.

There's no 'insurance' for anything but liability coverage for the Officers, which is pretty much a 'SHTF, one time use' type of thing.

The age concern is simply a judgment call by the BOD and is not covered under the By-Laws, with exception to Club membership.

[Muddy Beast]

So it sounds like there's a loop hole? I have a stock XJ (Bought it 2 days ago) and want to do some trails other than the local stuff, I thought this thing may be an opportunity to get out on something different (assuming there's easy trails) in addition to all the other benefits.

Is there maybe an exception out there that could be made with the right forms?

(No necessarily saying I can go, but I would like to go and be able to drive)

[NW-ZJ-SCOTT]

I marked it on the calander. Im budgeting in now the total expense.
Us portland guys need to plan a meet up and roll out together.
theres 5 cherokees in my circle of family/friends. i know 2 will go. will work on the others

[XJCasper]

If your concerned. Bring your parents with you. Have them drive.

[ECKSJAY]

So it sounds like there's a loop hole? I have a stock XJ (Bought it 2 days ago) and want to do some trails other than the local stuff, I thought this thing may be an opportunity to get out on something different (assuming there's easy trails) in addition to all the other benefits.

Is there maybe an exception out there that could be made with the right forms?

(No necessarily saying I can go, but I would like to go and be able to drive)

Well no loophole...it's the discretion of the BOD. ;)

[Muddy Beast]

If your concerned. Bring your parents with you. Have them drive.

My parents wouldnt do that...they dont have anymore vacation. Plus it's not their cup of tea. Bummer, maybe next year...

P.S. Why would I let my parents drive my Jeep!? :laugh:

[fubar XJ]

So it sounds like there's a loop hole? I have a stock XJ (Bought it 2 days ago) and want to do some trails other than the local stuff, I thought this thing may be an opportunity to get out on something different (assuming there's easy trails) in addition to all the other benefits.

Is there maybe an exception out there that could be made with the right forms?

(No necessarily saying I can go, but I would like to go and be able to drive)

It's public wheeling on public lands, legally you can bring your rig out and run the trails. You'll be required to run 100 yards behind the main group and we can't acknowledge your presence except in a case of life or death emergency, and you will be shunned to the outer glow of the fire while in camp.


Other than that, looking foreard to seeing you there!

[IXNAYXJ]

Bummer, maybe next year...I don't think anybody has said you can't come...? :dunno:

-----Matt-----

[Muddy Beast]

Hah well I'm reffering to a bummer I wont be able to drive.

All is good though, I'll try and make it out...I may have work then though.

[Blkxjkrawler]

It's public wheeling on public lands, legally you can bring your rig out and run the trails. You'll be required to run 100 yards behind the main group and we can't acknowledge your presence except in a case of life or death emergency, and you will be shunned to the outer glow of the fire while in camp.


Other than that, looking foreard to seeing you there!

:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:

Noice.

Hah well I'm reffering to a bummer I wont be able to drive.

All is good though, I'll try and make it out...I may have work then though.

Seriously come out and at least hang out. You will see a ton of rigs of all different build levels, Meet some cool jeep folks and go home with alot of ideas, and interesting stories.:D
Never having met you or your friends I am hesitant to just say "come on out and drive, it will be OK". Coming to the events, hanging out, and bumming rides is a great way to get to know us, and for us to get to know you, so in the future we dont even need to have this discussion..
-Ryan

[fubar XJ]

Drive your rig out just in case. If you're a dumbass, we won't let you drive. Otherwise, what happens in Naches stays in Naches.


Including around the campfire.:o

[Avanteone]

Including around the campfire.:o

I have NO idea what you're talking about. :shhh: :dunno:

[Muddy Beast]

Hah well I definately want to go. I talked to my buddy about it in class and he said if we do go he'd just ride with me. Only catch is, my rigs stock...I assume these trails are DO-ABLE on a stocker? I can handle some mid techy trails, but once we get into deep mud I'm done for (need new tires).

Even if I cant drive though, I do want to see some peoples Jeeps...and chill with other enthusiast. (My family owns 4 Jeeps, out of our 10 cars, one of which if my XJ)

[Ba-Riedo]

For most NW trails you are going to want to have rock rails unless you don't care what your jeep looks like.

-Alex

[Muddy Beast]

For most NW trails you are going to want to have rock rails unless you don't care what your jeep looks like.

-Alex

Well I dont care much, but I dont want any major dings. I want to get rock rails after I get a lift though...

[Avanteone]

I don't think there's ANY trails over there that I'd run in a COMPLETELY stock rig.

I think you've got the right idea about coming and hanging out, checking out all of the rigs, and catch a pass. seat in someone elses rig. There's always lots available.

J

[Muddy Beast]

Alright, so I got the OK from the rents to go. I really want to head out there, I'm a photographer on the side too, so I'll hook everyone up! (since I likely wont be allowed to drive...)

My question is, what days would I REALLY want to be at? Like I may only be able to go 2 days, which 2 would be the better? And also...I'm assuming the camping is at some legit tentable campsite place? What are the recommended items to bring (your BBQ, tent, food, bathing, ect.)?

Hook it up guys, I'm siked to meet you all! I'll be the 17 year old with the white '89 Limited XJ (probably will remain stock during the fest) with another young gun friend next to me.

EDIT: I'll be able to at least walk out to the trails and take pictures, right?

[Avanteone]

I would say you're best bet is to be there sat. and sat. night and leave Sunday. If I'm not mistaken, the BBQ and stuff will be saturday night. There really won't be many of the trails you will want to walk to, we generally cover several miles before getting to the trails. But like I've said before, there's ALWAYS open passenger seats somewhere. Just show up, you will be able to find a seat and enjoy the experience.

John

[Muddy Beast]

I would say you're best bet is to be there sat. and sat. night and leave Sunday. If I'm not mistaken, the BBQ and stuff will be saturday night. There really won't be many of the trails you will want to walk to, we generally cover several miles before getting to the trails. But like I've said before, there's ALWAYS open passenger seats somewhere. Just show up, you will be able to find a seat and enjoy the experience.

John

And I suppose since I cant "drive" there I wont be able to drive to like the enterance of a trail, ehh? (I havent been there before, so this may be a stupid question)

[Ba-Riedo]

And I suppose since I cant "drive" there I wont be able to drive to like the enterance of a trail, ehh? (I havent been there before, so this may be a stupid question)

You won't want to, just grab a ride with someone, we're all pretty nice. Well except Doug, watch out for him.:D

-Alex

[fubar XJ]

You won't want to, just grab a ride with someone, we're all pretty nice. Well except Doug, watch out for him.:D

-Alex

That settles it, he's riding with me.

[Ba-Riedo]

That settles it, he's riding with me.

I was wondering when you would see that...:eeks1:

-Alex

[Muddy Beast]

Wooh now, I dont wana die or anything.

I'll take a look around when I get there and determine who looks the safest. :cheers:

[CanMan]

Wooh now, I dont wana die or anything.

I'll take a look around when I get there and determine who looks the safest. :cheers:

Good luck with that one. :confused1

[Ba-Riedo]

Wooh now, I dont wana die or anything.

I'll take a look around when I get there and determine who looks the safest. :cheers:

:roflmao: Stay away from caged rigs then.

-Alex

[Avanteone]

:roflmao: Stay away from caged rigs then.

-Alex

What are you trying to say? :looser: hahaha

[noutlawjeeper]

What are you trying to say? :looser: hahaha

And don't forget your fancy tequila, I don't like that cheap crap when making mouth margaritas. :laugh2:

[Avanteone]

And don't forget your fancy tequila, I don't like that cheap crap when making mouth margaritas. :laugh2:

Well, since apparently I brought the tequila last time and you enjoyed it, I'd say it's YOUR turn! hahaha

[noutlawjeeper]

Well, since apparently I brought the tequila last time and you enjoyed it, I'd say it's YOUR turn! hahaha

Okay, you bring some lime mix then.

[Blkxjkrawler]

In line for Mouth Margarita's:guitar:

[JBweld]

Well, I thought I wasn't going to make it to NWfest due to some family obligations, but I think I can make Friday and part of Saturday. I'm planning to head down Thursday night and Meet up with Michael and family. Anybody else coming out Thursday?

[GI-John]

Well, I thought I wasn't going to make it to NWfest due to some family obligations, but I think I can make Friday and part of Saturday. I'm planning to head down Thursday night and Meet up with Michael and family. Anybody else coming out Thursday?

Lonnie and I plan to make it out Thursday night and stay through Monday. We plan to rent a camper and take the last day as a family day thing.

Cannot wait until then!

John

[Muddy Beast]

I can come down Friday morning and stay till Satruday night, then I have work sunday...

If it's worth the early drive, I CAN come down thursday night...

[TORX]

Anyone know what the current snow report is for the area?

Trail conditions?

[CanMan]

Pass report from the WSDOT website.

CHINOOK PASS
Elevation: 5430ft / 1655M
Temperature:N/A
Conditions & Weather:
State Route 410 Chinook Pass remains closed from the intersection of State Route 123 near milepost 67.5 to milepost 74.5 near Morse Creek. Since April 7th WSDOT crews have been working hard to reopen the pass, but late season snow storms and debris in the snowpack have slowed progress. The new target date to open the pass is now Thursday June 5th.

Restrictions Eastbound:
Closed for the season


Restrictions Westbound:
Closed for the season


Updated: 10:03 PM, Jun 01, 2008
This is the most current info available
and is promptly updated when conditions change

[JBweld]

Lonnie and I plan to make it out Thursday night and stay through Monday. We plan to rent a camper and take the last day as a family day thing.

Cannot wait until then!

John

Awesome! Can't wait to see you guys again.

Pass report from the WSDOT website.

CHINOOK PASS
Elevation: 5430ft / 1655M
Temperature:N/A
Conditions & Weather:
State Route 410 Chinook Pass remains closed from the intersection of State Route 123 near milepost 67.5 to milepost 74.5 near Morse Creek. Since April 7th WSDOT crews have been working hard to reopen the pass, but late season snow storms and debris in the snowpack have slowed progress. The new target date to open the pass is now Thursday June 5th.

Restrictions Eastbound:
Closed for the season


Restrictions Westbound:
Closed for the season

Well...let's hope for some warm weather to melt that stuff.

-Jeremy

[Blkxjkrawler]

We will be heading out on thursday too Jeremy.
-Ryan

[2xtreme]

We will be heading out on thursday too Jeremy.
-Ryan

Maybe we should set up a North End Convoy?
I don't have any specific time frame for leaving on Thursday but figured I would leave anytime after lunch but could wait till after work if that worked better for the group?

Accoding to Google it is about an hour less going over Snoqualmie and down to Yakima and over rathern than by Mt Rainer. Were you planning on the same? I have done both before and with the trailer it is a little nicer on I-90.

Michael

[Ba-Riedo]

Maybe we should set up a North End Convoy?
I don't have any specific time frame for leaving on Thursday but figured I would leave anytime after lunch but could wait till after work if that worked better for the group?

Accoding to Google it is about an hour less going over Snoqualmie and down to Yakima and over rathern than by Mt Rainer. Were you planning on the same? I have done both before and with the trailer it is a little nicer on I-90.

Michael

I would like to meet up with you guys if you are going over I-90 somewhere either in Redmond or Issaquah.

-Alex

[Muddy Beast]

I too wouldnt mind meeting up with you guys to follow down.

What time/day you thinking of heading out, and what route?

EDIT: I planned to leave thursday morning, and I'll buy a CB if others have one too. (Gives me a good excuse for one)

[Muddy Beast]

I too wouldnt mind meeting up with you guys to follow down.

What time/day you thinking of heading out, and what route?

EDIT: I planned to leave thursday morning, and I'll buy a CB if others have one too. (Gives me a good excuse for one)

Oops, I ment to say I plan to leave Friday morning.

:doh:

[fubar XJ]

I'm heading out early Friday morning, should be in camp by 8:30, 9 a.m.


What time you all planning on hitting the trails Friday morning?

[CanMan]

I'm heading out early Friday morning, should be in camp by 8:30, 9 a.m.


What time you all planning on hitting the trails Friday morning?

Whenever everyone gets up.

Probably around 10-11 am-ish.

[Avanteone]

Honestly, I probably won't be wheeling much Friday. Maybe a little in the afternoon, evening. I'm not gonna be in a huge hurry to get out of town, so I'll probably be @ camp 11ish or noon on Friday. I'd be happy to just hang out @ camp and greet any late arrivals Friday, etc.

J

[Muddy Beast]

I'm heading out early Friday morning, should be in camp by 8:30, 9 a.m.


What time you all planning on hitting the trails Friday morning?

Wana drive down together?
I have no idea how to get there. I'm currently running a stock XJ (minor performance modding).

I dont suppose I'd be allowed to drive on the easy trails with someone, and just not consider it part of the NAXJA stuff, could I?

[xj x two]

For those wanting a snow update I was at the camp area about 10 days ago and other than a little flooding in the area (not at camp) it is clear. Roads to both the Milk Pond and Milk Lake areas are also both clear, snow started a few miles passed Milk Lake. The Pass is supposed to open tomorrow.

[Avanteone]

For those wanting a snow update I was at the camp area about 10 days ago and other than a little flooding in the area (not at camp) it is clear. Roads to both the Milk Pond and Milk Lake areas are also both clear, snow started a few miles passed Milk Lake. The Pass is supposed to open tomorrow.

Thanks for the update. I knew the pass was opening tomorrow but was curious about the rest.

J

[JBweld]

Maybe we should set up a North End Convoy?
I don't have any specific time frame for leaving on Thursday but figured I would leave anytime after lunch but could wait till after work if that worked better for the group?

Michael

I'll probably be leaving directly from work Thursday, so I'll be pulling into camp in the dark. I don't think you guys should wait for me.

-Jeremy

[fubar XJ]

Wana drive down together?
I have no idea how to get there. I'm currently running a stock XJ (minor performance modding).

I dont suppose I'd be allowed to drive on the easy trails with someone, and just not consider it part of the NAXJA stuff, could I?

Sure, planning on heading out around 6 a.m. Friday morning from north Bothell (more like the east edge of Mill Creek) Shoot me a P.M. if you want to caravan over.

Doug

[wrestler5005]

Is this only for XJ's or are other vehicles allowed?

[CanMan]

Is this only for XJ's or are other vehicles allowed?

Bring anything thats a 4wd.

[Muddy Beast]

I've still yet to hear what I should put on my "to bring" list.

Also, where the exact location of this place is? (I'm assuming gas and groceries are near by too?)

Thanks.
:-)

[Avanteone]

I've still yet to hear what I should put on my "to bring" list.

Also, where the exact location of this place is? (I'm assuming gas and groceries are near by too?)

Thanks.
:-)

Little Naches. On highway 410 west of Naches and Yakima. Gas and groceries available @ Whistlin' Jacks (about 10 mins. from camp). It's a mini-mart type store but fairly well stocked. Basics are available there, for a REAL grocery store your prolly 45mins. or so East. Gas is expensive, but close. There is also a full restaraunt (and bar) /w a GREAT breakfast.

John

[Muddy Beast]

Little Naches. On highway 410 west of Naches and Yakima. Gas and groceries available @ Whistlin' Jacks (about 10 mins. from camp). It's a mini-mart type store but fairly well stocked. Basics are available there, for a REAL grocery store your prolly 45mins. or so East. Gas is expensive, but close. There is also a full restaraunt (and bar) /w a GREAT breakfast.

John

Thanks, so should I fill up before I get there?

[XJourney]

Definitely and then just top off when you get there. You will probably go through a tank of gas if you wheel Sat and Sun.

[Muddy Beast]

Definitely and then just top off when you get there. You will probably go through a tank of gas if you wheel Sat and Sun.

You guys wont let me wheel. :-/ (I'm 17)

Although I hope to just check out some super easy trails away from the group with my friend at some point.

[Ba-Riedo]

You guys wont let me wheel. :-/ (I'm 17)

Although I hope to just check out some super easy trails away from the group with my friend at some point.

Bring gas and you can ride along.:spin1:

-Alex

[2xtreme]

Thanks, so should I fill up before I get there?
Plan on filling your tank on the way (Yakima) as well as bringing everything you plan on needing with you.

If you need more gas or groceries they are available reasonably close.

Michael

[Spinnaker]

Hey guys,

Add three more rigs two the list! So a total of four more people. My friend will bring his XJ. I, and another will bring our Samurais. We will plan on being there from the 27th through the 29th. I live on Mayfield Lake just off of Highway 12. Should anyone be coming this way we would love to caravan over white pass. Let me know.

Later,
Tim

[xj x two]

Thanks, so should I fill up before I get there?

Gas is running from 4.13 to 4.29 in Naches. The cheapest in the area is in Union Gap at Costco. It was 4.02 a few days ago. The ARCO's are around 4.12 to 4.13 so they are not much better than the Shell in Naches. As much as I love Whistlin Jacks stay away from them for gas if possible. They were close to 4.50 last time I saw them(around 2 weeks ago). Of course everybody will be close to that so close to the 4th of July. :helpme:

[CoolCal]

Gas is running from 4.13 to 4.29 in Naches. The cheapest in the area is in Union Gap at Costco. It was 4.02 a few days ago. The ARCO's are around 4.12 to 4.13 so they are not much better than the Shell in Naches. As much as I love Whistlin Jacks stay away from them for gas if possible. They were close to 4.50 last time I saw them(around 2 weeks ago). Of course everybody will be close to that so close to the 4th of July. :helpme:

I have a theory about small Mom and Pop c-stores located in out-of-the-way-places. If ya like em, BUY SOMETHING FROM THEM!!!!!! Or they may not be there next time you need what they are sellin. This is for fun gasparty1: , not go-to-work gas. Don't worry about a few extra bucks for a tankfull.:) :sunshine:

[NW-ZJ-SCOTT]

I have a theory about small Mom and Pop c-stores located in out-of-the-way-places. If ya like em, BUY SOMETHING FROM THEM!!!!!! Or they may not be there next time you need what they are sellin. This is for fun gasparty1: , not go-to-work gas. Don't worry about a few extra bucks for a tankfull.:) :sunshine: i like your theory!:wave1:

i have to work that friday, so i'll be leavin saturday morning. i figure its about a 4 hour drive. but i'll be there till monday morning! :lickout:

[XJCasper]

Nice theory, But I have a hard time looking past the $250 in gas that might be spent.

Anyway...

Will be arriving Saturday morning.

jason

[2xtreme]

Nice theory, But I have a hard time looking past the $250 in gas that might be spent.

Anyway...

Will be arriving Saturday morning.

jason

It costs me more than $220 to fill my tow rig! I don't think the few extra bucks to fill the Jeep at one station over a nother is a big deal (what......16 gal x .20 per gal more ~ $3.

The point about useing the mom and pop places is VERY true! What would you do if the gas wasn't available!!

Michael

[xj x two]

I have a theory about small Mom and Pop c-stores located in out-of-the-way-places. If ya like em, BUY SOMETHING FROM THEM!!!!!! Or they may not be there next time you need what they are sellin. This is for fun gasparty1: , not go-to-work gas. Don't worry about a few extra bucks for a tankfull.:) :sunshine:
I live here and do other business with them all the time. Believe me when I say they are not in any danger of going out of business. They have one of the best restaurants:chef: in the area (including Yakima) :loveu: and beautiful cabins along the river perfect for that romantic get away :kissyou: . All of this plus a lounge :cheers: and store. What more could you want? While they are a little out of the way they get a LOT of business year round from theYakima area. We are just replacing the snowmobiles and crosscountry skiers. If you want to give them a little extra for gas I'm sure they won't mind...but for those wanting to save a little money fill up before you get there and eat at the restaurant!!! It's well worth the money. :)

[jimbar]

You guys going to have room for one more? I'm in the mood for a campin wheeln weekend

[2xtreme]

You guys going to have room for one more? I'm in the mood for a campin wheeln weekend

Wow!! Talk about long time no hear!!
It will be great to have you.

Michael

[IXNAYXJ]

x2, last time I saw Jim was in Moab, 2007.

-----Matt-----

[jimbar]

See ya all there.

[JBweld]

Well...looks like I'm out again. Tranny problems with my tow rig and lack of money.

This NWfest does look like its shaping up to be a great event though. I'm bummed that I won't be there. Take lots of pictures!

-Jeremy

[Avanteone]

Well...looks like I'm out again. Tranny problems with my tow rig and lack of money.

This NWfest does look like its shaping up to be a great event though. I'm bummed that I won't be there. Take lots of pictures!

-Jeremy

Dude, you can't just bail like that. Let me know if there's anything I can do to help you out /w the tow rig. Catch a ride, bring the DD down and just hang out or SOMETHING!

J

[Ba-Riedo]

Well...looks like I'm out again. Tranny problems with my tow rig and lack of money.

This NWfest does look like its shaping up to be a great event though. I'm bummed that I won't be there. Take lots of pictures!

-Jeremy

Just drive the heep over, bias ply tires can't be that bad on the road. :looney:

-Alex

[IXNAYXJ]

Well...looks like I'm out again. Tranny problems with my tow rig and lack of money.

This NWfest does look like its shaping up to be a great event though. I'm bummed that I won't be there. Take lots of pictures!

-JeremyDude!

Lame!

-----Matt-----

[CanMan]

Just drive the heep over, bias ply tires can't be that bad on the road. :looney:

-Alex

Ive put thousands of miles on mine. Ride sucks, tire noise sucks, but its worth it in the end.

[JBweld]

Thanks for making me feel worse.....but I need to stay home for a few reasons. One is the lack of 4th gear syncro's in the Dodge.

Trust me, I know it sucks to miss out.

[XJCasper]

Ive put thousands of miles on mine. Ride sucks, tire noise sucks, but its worth it in the end.


And as bumpy as the ride is, it all goes away once you are there. In fact, as soon as you get it back on the pavement, you swear the bumps have gone away.

[fubar XJ]

Sorry to hear that, Jerremy. I agree with just driving it out for the weekend, but it sounds like more pressing matters have come up. Good luck getting them worked out, we'll miss seeing you out there.

[Los Lobos]

I'm officialy IN!

[CanMan]

I'm officialy IN!

Sweet! We'll see ya there!

[mud1059]

In for Thursday. I might or might not be out of the way for someone, but I figure I can offer a place to crash Wednesday night for anybody interested. I have tons of room for a tow rig/trailer and I'm .5 miles off the west most of Hwy 410. I believe I'm 2-3 hrs away from Naches.

[CanMan]

In for Thursday. I might or might not be out of the way for someone, but I figure I can offer a place to crash Wednesday night for anybody interested. I have tons of room for a tow rig/trailer and I'm .5 miles off the west most of Hwy 410. I believe I'm 2-3 hrs away from Naches.

Did ya build a new rig, or you bringing your other new body style one?

[mud1059]

Did ya build a new rig, or you bringing your other new body style one?

I built the '98 I picked up for $500. However I got an SYE in the mail today and got a wild hair I can have it done by Friday. I can't even seem to get the transfercase out without droppin the tranny.

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m111/mud1059/IMG_2391.jpg

Swapped out the 33" radials for 35" bias ply on the new rig.

[CanMan]

You dont gotta drop the tranny to get the TC out. Hell, do the SYE with the TC still in it. Easy.

I see my old bumper is still holding its own. :D

[thethinginthewoods]

Does anybody want to caravan over from the west side Friday morning? We could meet some where in Enumclaw and head up and over 410 if Chinook pass is open; or we could always take the FS 70 route up and over.

[Avanteone]

Does anybody want to caravan over from the west side Friday morning? We could meet some where in Enumclaw and head up and over 410 if Chinook pass is open; or we could always take the FS 70 route up and over.

Myself and a few others will be headed out Friday AM. I'd guess we'll be rolling through Enumclaw about 10am or so.

J

[thethinginthewoods]

Are you guys meeting in Enumclaw or just passing through? I can meet you in the Safeway parking lot in Enumclaw, or if you have another spot let me know.

[Avanteone]

Are you guys meeting in Enumclaw or just passing through? I can meet you in the Safeway parking lot in Enumclaw, or if you have another spot let me know.

Not meeting anybody else that I know of... yet, but we can if everyone is ready to roll.

J

[thethinginthewoods]

Alright, sounds good. Just keep me posted. I'll plan on being there around 9:45 in my camo xj. Thanks -Brian

[Avanteone]

Alright, sounds good. Just keep me posted. I'll plan on being there around 9:45 in my camo xj. Thanks -Brian

Look for this:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/Avanteone/SHOP%20WORK/IMG_3711.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v637/Avanteone/SHOP%20WORK/IMG_3714.jpg

[TORX]

Just a heads up, my dad and his "posse" will be in the area on their motorcycles (dual sports) part of the weekend. They're traveling by FS roads, so I'm not sure when they will actually arrive.

So if you see a group of motorcycles going through camp, they're with me. :wave1:

[Spinnaker]

hey guys....

Remove one of the RSVP rigs... One of the guys in my group is backing out.

The rest of us should be showing up around 2pm on Friday.

Later,
Tim

[ib14a69]

think pat hatten would be mad if i took his jeep for those that know him. his jeeps been at my place for the last 7 months since ge moved. :)

[Avanteone]

think pat hatten would be mad if i took his jeep for those that know him. his jeeps been at my place for the last 7 months since ge moved. :)

He'd probably be excited that it got to stretch it's legs :)

[Dingo509]

Damn i break my computer and then see this in my own backyard too late.

No that many of you are still left at home but I might show up late sat afternoon and say hi to some of you.

Dingo

[thethinginthewoods]

Hey all, unfortunately Kyle and I had to blast off early this morning (Saturday) and couldn't stay for the rest of the event because of work. We had a great time and it was awesome getting to meet all of you. We saw some pretty sick ass jeeps and came home with a few ideas. I am looking forward to the next Naxja meeting. We came home with minimal trail damage, but it could be the mud and trail dust holding all together like glue. Thanks for the laughs and we'll see everyone next time!

[Muddy Beast]

Definately a good time!

For those of you who were wondering, I made it home great...Rich had the right idea to unplug the battery and let the computer codes reset.

P.S. I just realized I dont remember the $250 gift card being raffled...

[Avanteone]

Definately a good time!

For those of you who were wondering, I made it home great...Rich had the right idea to unplug the battery and let the computer codes reset.

P.S. I just realized I dont remember the $250 gift card being raffled...

Glad you enjoyed it! I didn't do the gift certificate and did the M.O.R.E. bombproof motor mounts instead.

John

[Muddy Beast]

Glad you enjoyed it! I didn't do the gift certificate and did the M.O.R.E. bombproof motor mounts instead.

John

Ahhh ok. I had a feeling that was what happend, just checking. :rof:

[thethinginthewoods]

Forgive me for being ignorant, but i wasn't there for the raffle. Did muddybeast win the raffle or what?

[thethinginthewoods]

Hey John (or any other PNW member), did any of our group members bust anything serious Saturday? I think i heard that one of you guys busted an axle shaft or two, but was there anything freakin' awesome that I missed?

[noutlawjeeper]

Well, yes, but he didn't caravan up with us. The red late model from canadia was running lift blocks and on an obstacle totally blew them up and the rear axle broke free and took out the drive shaft. After alot of time and a trip to yakima he got it off the trail and back to camp around 11, i think.

[Ba-Riedo]

It was more like 1 or 2 I think Nick.

-Alex

[Los Lobos]

We got him finished up around 11:30PM and then went to Moon Rocks for some star gazing. We made it back to camp around 1:00AM. Andy then had to drive to Seattle to be on a plane to go home to Wyoming at 6:00AM.

[thethinginthewoods]

I just inspected the underside of the beast and discovered that i am missing a shim, leaf spring, both lift blocks and the bolts are trashed on my d44. I am surprised i didn't hear and feel more on the way home on Saturday. (Considering i drove it and didn't trailer it, I am surprised that there isn't more damage!)

[Savage05]

Well, yes, but he didn't caravan up with us. The red late model from canadia was running lift blocks and on an obstacle totally blew them up and the rear axle broke free and took out the drive shaft. After alot of time and a trip to yakima he got it off the trail and back to camp around 11, i think.


Guys name was Andy right? I'm pretty sure. Had the snorkle, etc.

[NickThePyro]

I just inspected the underside of the beast and discovered that i am missing a shim, leaf spring, both lift blocks and the bolts are trashed on my d44. I am surprised i didn't hear and feel more on the way home on Saturday. (Considering i drove it and didn't trailer it, I am surprised that there isn't more damage!)How did you drive all the way home and not notice you are missing a leaf spring?

[Ba-Riedo]

How did you drive all the way home and not notice you are missing a leaf spring?

Probably just a single spring, most likely the smallest one on the bottem, not the whole pack. Pretty easy to miss because you just think your lean is worse then before.

-Alex

[thethinginthewoods]

yeah, it was just the small bottom spring. i spent 3 hrs at the junk yard this morning hoping i could find any xj with a d44 and a lift to snag some parts, but all the d44's were gone and they didn't have anything i was looking for. i did escape with a BMW, VW and Mercedes emblem though. I decided to call it good and get rid of the other small spring and temporarily run with 2" lift blocks to balance out the lift. The springs account for the actual lift though.

[Muddy Beast]

yeah, it was just the small bottom spring. i spent 3 hrs at the junk yard this morning hoping i could find any xj with a d44 and a lift to snag some parts, but all the d44's were gone and they didn't have anything i was looking for. i did escape with a BMW, VW and Mercedes emblem though. I decided to call it good and get rid of the other small spring and temporarily run with 2" lift blocks to balance out the lift. The springs account for the actual lift though.

You can have my old spring pack and see if you can take anything off of it...

[thethinginthewoods]

i appreciate it, but i don't think the stock stuff will work with the lift. What i thought was kinda weird though, was that the angled shims under the leaf springs are supposedly stock, but on my quest to find some, there are none to be found anywhere; not even on stockers.

[Ba-Riedo]

Shims are not stock, but can be obtained very easily at most Offroad stores. Which jeep was yours (sorry I have forgotten) and how much lift are you running? I might have a spare bottem leaf of a rustys pack...

-Alex

[thethinginthewoods]

I didn't think the shims were stock, but I talked with a guy at one of the local 4x4 shops and he said they didn't carry them because they are stock and I would have to go to a place like Les Schwab or a junk yard to find one. My xj was the 89 custom camo with the 5.5" ruby express lift.

[Los Lobos]

Les Schwab is hit and miss and you have to get somone that knows what they're talking about. 4x4 shops are the best bet I have found.