Evans Creek, *UPDATE* Aug. 27th and Sept. 9/10th

[IXNAYXJ]

There was a bunch of talk at NW Fest about doing some trips to Evans Creek in the near future, so I thought I'd post up these opportunities:

Small run being planned for Saturday the 26th (maybe the 27th...we'll know more soon) to Evans Creek. GI-John's got more relatives to impress, apparently.

No offense meant to anybody, but we want to keep the group small and capable/experienced enough to do a bunch of trails in a short amount of time. Last trip: (http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=90745&highlight=evans). It will be similar in scope, but we're going to do the switchback uphill.

I'm going to limit the number of rigs to no more than seven. So far We've got:

Me,
GI-John
Slacker87XJ
Mud1059
ECKSJAY (if on the 27th...?) BFH ICDS :D
2Xtreme (if on the 26th...?)

PM me if you're interested.

The Second dates are for PNW Jeep's Annual Meet and Greet. I will be going because they're a great group of people and I always enjoy meeting more of them. There will be a bunch of stuff to do, including a "newbie" run for those with little or no experience (also great for wives, if they've not been wheeling much).

Here's a link to their info page about the event. I know of at least three or four NAXJA guys who'll be there, so don't feel intimidated! :D

http://www.pnwjeep.com/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=24

-----Matt-----

[IXNAYXJ]

UPDATE! The first Evans trip will be on Sunday the 27th, and it will be early.

-----Matt-----

[ECKSJAY]

UPDATE! The first Evans trip will be on Sunday the 27th, and it will be early.

-----Matt-----

Hooray!

[IXNAYXJ]

Hooray!Does that mean I can count you in?

-----Matt-----

BFH ICDS

[2xtreme]

Don't count me out completely yet, I might still be able to make it work.
Michael

[ECKSJAY]

Does that mean I can count you in?

-----Matt-----

BFH ICDS


IN, cigars and all. ;)

:D

[IXNAYXJ]

Scha-Weet! Will you have a t-case skid by then? ;)

-----Matt-----

[ECKSJAY]

Scha-Weet! Will you have a t-case skid by then? ;)

-----Matt-----

I have it...and it was with me all weekend. :shhh:

Just need to install it. ;) I should have control arm mounts welded up, too. Mine took a beating on the rocks. :D

[IXNAYXJ]

I should have control arm mounts welded up, too. Mine took a beating on the rocks. :DI was amazed that I didn't have more damage from the rock garden. I only came down on my "frame" rail a couple times, and dented my cat...more than it already was. Didn't hit diff-skids or (that I could tell) my LCA mounts. :confused:

-----Matt-----

[ECKSJAY]

I was amazed that I didn't have more damage from the rock garden. I only came down on my "frame" rail a couple times, and dented my cat...more than it already was. Didn't hit diff-skids or (that I could tell) my LCA mounts. :confused:

-----Matt-----

Not necessarily those rocks...I damaged my mounts a while back. Also debating on rounding out the rear corners of my drop brackets so they're not so prone to hangups. Have to gusset them if I'm going to keep all this crap up, too. ;)

[mud1059]

I'm going to be ready, I have a few things to place...

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m111/mud1059/P1260016.jpg

I can't beleive I'm putting that on THAT...

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m111/mud1059/P1260017.jpg

Yikes, I got some work cut out for me. I may have my A/C converted by then too.

These pics look huge on photobucket, hopefully they're not ginormous for you guys. Sorry if they are.

[IXNAYXJ]

Yup, they're enormous.

Just to warn you, while we will be going quickly, and we're not "afraid" of body-damage, nobody in the group wants to come back looking like that. We're going to be sticking to actual trails too.

Judging from your buddies we saw at Evans last time, we might be a little tame for you...like we're not going to be trying to break eachother's shit.

-----Matt-----

[mud1059]

haha ya I know. I'm prepared to be normal. Last thing I need is to break with a bunch of guys I've never wheeled with before. I'll be tame as well.

[XJCasper]

I have been dying to go to Evans, Rock rails are on, but won't have my fenders trimmed by then.

Oh well, I'm IN.

I might have time to unload the Jeep by then.

Jason

[GI-John]

How does everyone feel about a Meatfest......no wimmins, no kids.

[mud1059]

That's how I roll. Jeep time is ME time. Munchkins and the devil stay home. Actually, its more that she's scared I'm going to kill her than anything else.

[ECKSJAY]

How does everyone feel about a Meatfest......no wimmins, no kids.

x2

I'm down. Mine are staying HOME doing scrapbooking or other nonsense. :D

[IXNAYXJ]

I have been dying to go to Evans, Rock rails are on, but won't have my fenders trimmed by then.

Oh well, I'm IN.

I might have time to unload the Jeep by then.

JasonJust to warn you, Jason, Evans is a LOT harder than the stuff at TSF that you ran, and even more than the trail we ran at Reiter. There is a very good likelihood that someone will leave with body damage, or at the very least some good scratches. It isn't as hardcore as Little Rubicon, but there are some sections that are 70% as challenging.

I'm not tring to discourage you, but your Jeep looked so clean at NWFest. :D

So far we've got:

Me
GI-John
Slacker87XJ
ECKSJAY
Mud1059
GreenbeltXJ
FriendlyGhostXJ

x3 on Meatfest idea. As it stands we're meeting at the Bonney Lake Safeway at 0800. We hit the road at 0815 with whoever is there.

-----Matt-----

[IXNAYXJ]

Oh, and if anyone is going to the PNW Jeep M&G, please RSVP via their site (http://www.pnwjeep.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=6085). Lets make a good showing and not let them think we're all a bunch of web wheelers! :D

-----Matt-----

[ladywolf]

dammit......i might JUST be getting back to texas about that time........i always miss the fun stuff:( :(



that and you guys dont wanna invite the "wimmin"

[mud1059]

I bid on some body damage : ) What IXNAY is trying to say is the trees are a lot closer to the trails. There are some tight spots at Evans. Also, that part on the switchbacks with that HUGE log kinda in the middle of the trail. Somebody cut a corner off then someone else winched it more out of the way. If it weren't for it being winched off, I'd advise you guys not to try it. I saw a few vehicles loose windows on that guy. I think we should be fine in that area now though.

Also ladywolf, I think by wimmin we meant "non-wheelin wimmin"

[IXNAYXJ]

Also, that part on the switchbacks with that HUGE log kinda in the middle of the trail.Exactly.http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j160/ixnayxj/Evans%209July06/DSC00099.jpg

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j160/ixnayxj/Evans%209July06/DSC00092.jpg

-----Matt-----

[mud1059]

yup the top one is it...it's been winched out of the way a little more since u guys were there last.

[IXNAYXJ]

yup the top one is it...it's been winched out of the way a little more since u guys were there last.:(

-----Matt-----

[2xtreme]

yup the top one is it...it's been winched out of the way a little more since u guys were there last.

That is what made that trail the most fun!!
It was tight, but VERY doable. I think we have seen at least 12 rigs go by there with no issues.

Michael

[mud1059]

Probably all going down? Also, it's really dry so traction isn't going to be much of an issue without mud. If you want I'll winch the log back in your way but it's your job to bring the mud : ) No?

OOH update while I'm posting. Bumper is painted and mounted. Winch in mounted and 1/2 wired. I kinda arced it last night, I'll have it done tomorrow and the sliders...I lost the hardware (don't ask) so I need to get some more. And the TC output is here - that wil be started tomorrow as well. Fun times!

[adamusmc2002]

you guys can count me in, just as long as I know how to get there. Are directions on here somewhere too?

[GreenbeltXJ]

hey matt i said i WAS working on the 26th, i'll have to catch the next one.

[ECKSJAY]

hey matt i said i WAS working on the 26th, i'll have to catch the next one.

Oh snap! I guess we'll see you there then! :D:D:D

(Second post in this thread)
UPDATE! The first Evans trip will be on Sunday the 27th, and it will be early.

-----Matt-----

[GreenbeltXJ]

oh, well in that case i guess i'll STILL BE WORKING, i keep telling myself
1 yr. left. thanks for rubing it in there ECKSJAY.

[ECKSJAY]

oh, well in that case i guess i'll STILL BE WORKING, i keep telling myself
1 yr. left. thanks for rubing it in there ECKSJAY.

Sorry bro...had no idea. :(

We'll catch you on the next one then.

[mud1059]

Seriously bro like I told ya at Evans you are VERY VERY VERY lucky to be in the situation you're in. Boring as it may be guarding the shipyard. If I were you I'd be thanking my lucky stars I was there instead of being blowed up by some SOB commie while standing post at a road block in the middle of a shatty ass desert.

On a lower note... I know exactly. what you mean man, Good luck! That last year goes by quick if you ignore it.

[GreenbeltXJ]

ya i know ive got it better than most, its mainly all the stupid shit, and im sure you know about that. ive got new orders now, i'll be going to 1st LAR in late november, camp margarita, camp pendleton.

[XJCasper]

Last chance I had to post I saw John's meatfest idea.

Just got home and too tired to think. Not that worried about damage.

When it comes to the Jeep:
My wife might give me the "did you see this .......?"
I say "Oh well" or "Oops".
And that's it.

She's not the nagging type, because she knows I don't listen unless it has to do with something fun. My only goal before a trip to Evans were my Rock rails. They are done, lets go (if we are going on Sunday).

Jason

[mud1059]

my wheelin update...
T case reassembled and ready for install. Should get through half that tonight. However I fried my winch motor mostly 'cause I'm dumb and didn't read the instructions THOROUGHLY. If you guys don't mind that I don't have a winch, I should be done and able to go. If you guys do mind then I'll have to hit you up next time. Sorry

[ECKSJAY]

my wheelin update...
T case reassembled and ready for install. Should get through half that tonight. However I fried my winch motor mostly 'cause I'm dumb and didn't read the instructions THOROUGHLY. If you guys don't mind that I don't have a winch, I should be done and able to go. If you guys do mind then I'll have to hit you up next time. Sorry

Winch? Up there? :jester:

I don't have one, but then I'm a web-wheeler and a cheapskate. Go figure.

[mud1059]

The only time I've had this Cherokee up there was in deep snow and some ridiculous PITA non-trail trail. I just REALLY don't want to be a mooch meeting you guys for the first time. I have bad luck with Cherokees, hence my sig.

[XJCasper]

So, is this a Meatfest run?

If so, I am dragging along a brother or two.

In either case, I am dragging along my dogs.

I was harassing John and NW Fest about this. Make me number eight.

Michael, if you are coming remember the templates I want.

Thanks
Jason

[2xtreme]

Michael, if you are coming remember the templates I want.

Thanks
Jason

I won't be there. Sorry, I have way too many other things going at the moment. But I do have the templates and will let you have them next time I see you on a run.
Keep reminding me once we have a run set up and will see each other!!
Thanks,
Michael

[XJCasper]

I won't be there. Sorry, I have way too many other things going at the moment. But I do have the templates and will let you have them next time I see you on a run.
Keep reminding me once we have a run set up and will see each other!!
Thanks,
Michael

Cool, Thanks.

After I take a look at the templates, I might make duplicates or multiple sets, to help others that might be interested. Depends on what I can find in the way of Diamond Plating.

Thanks
Jason

[ECKSJAY]

So, is this a Meatfest run?

If so, I am dragging along a brother or two.

In either case, I am dragging along my dogs.


YES.

Whatever you bring, make sure it won't hang anyone up. Dogs running away or getting in the way get to be a PITA. :D

[IXNAYXJ]

*****UPDATE*****

Okay, we've had some casualties, and some additions. The official un-official list looks like this:

Me
GI-John (welcome back from the field)
Slacker87XJ (with spiffy new LCAs)
Mud1059 (without his "not-so-superwinch")
ECKSJAY (with cigars, apparently)
FriendlyGhostXJ (with dogs and brothers...)
adamusmc2002 (on his first NWC outing)

By now everyone should know that we'll be meeting at the Bonney Lake Safeway at 0800 (8:00 AM) and leaving by 0815. I'm really looking forward to a great trip!

On a related note, make sure to stop by PNW and check out their M&G info. Let's try to get a bunch of NAXJA guys to represent the NWC.
http://www.pnwjeep.com/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=24&sid=6fa40ea16ae57be19d41795dd81cb66f

-----Matt-----

[XJCasper]

Phil, you haven't met my dogs yet. Must be getting them confused with your family members.

Anyway. Finally went back to work today. Son's of bitches scheduled me to work on Sunday. Y'all lucked out, I won't make it.

Jason

[GI-John]

Son's of bitches scheduled me to work on Sunday. Y'all lucked out, I won't make it.

Jason

Damn Jason. Your work SUCKS.... Maybe next time.

Matt, I'm seriously thinking about going to PNW Jeeps meet n greet. More to follow.

John

[ECKSJAY]

Phil, you haven't met my dogs yet. Must be getting them confused with your family members.


My family members don't have a history of distracting me on the trail. :shhh:

[IXNAYXJ]

BFH ICDS

-----Matt-----

[Slacker87XJ]

*****UPDATE*****

Okay, we've had some casualties, and some additions. The official un-official list looks like this:

Me
GI-John (welcome back from the field)
Slacker87XJ (with spiffy new LCAs)
Mud1059 (without his "not-so-superwinch")
ECKSJAY (with cigars, apparently)
FriendlyGhostXJ (with dogs and brothers...)
adamusmc2002 (on his first NWC outing)

By now everyone should know that we'll be meeting at the Bonney Lake Safeway at 0800 (8:00 AM) and leaving by 0815. I'm really looking forward to a great trip!

On a related note, make sure to stop by PNW and check out their M&G info. Let's try to get a bunch of NAXJA guys to represent the NWC.
http://www.pnwjeep.com/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=24&sid=6fa40ea16ae57be19d41795dd81cb66f

-----Matt-----


Here are the "new" LCAs from GI-John (Thank you again, btw ;)):

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m269/slacker16v/LCA_resize.jpg

The LCAs should help with the flex issues I had last time, along with the new swaybar disco setup (thanks to Hans for the idea and Michael for prodding me to complete it :D):






























http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m269/slacker16v/swaybar_disco_resize.jpg

party1:

Fixed my mashed bumper/end cap from the stump I hit last time:

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m269/slacker16v/HK_bumper_armor_resize.jpg

Yeah, thats the new Hello Kitty Xtrem bumper armor. It's big in Japan.

See you all Sunday :looney:

Ian

[ECKSJAY]

It's big in Japan.

Coincidence, so am I!

:D

[mud1059]

That's damn funny right there.

My update - Tranny TCase installed. Drivelines next. Then I start the D44 break-in. AFTER I learn why this POS won't run. I'm sure I disconnected my CPS but I have no idea how I did it because I have no idea where it is. However there is this funky little thing hanging off my D side by the bellhousing. Whatever. I'll have it going by the end of the night.

To do:

Sliders
CB
install seat

[mud1059]

OK I found it no need to tell me I'm a putz.

I love NAXJA

LOVE NAXJA

and love 2extreme he's such a wannabe. =)

[2xtreme]

I love NAXJA

LOVE NAXJA

and love 2extreme he's such a wannabe. =)

You can LOVE NAXJA, But don't expect it to LOVE you back:)

You can't love me, you haven't met me;) and again, don't expect me to LOVE you back either ;)


Ian, Those are the SEXIEST disco's I have ever seen, did Hans suggest them also!!

Michael

[XJLaredo]

Not sure if he should meet you Michael.

Look what happen to the last guy:shhh:





J/K :confused1

James.

[Slacker87XJ]

Those are the SEXIEST disco's I have ever seen, did Hans suggest them also!!


Yeah, baby! Hans suggested the 'in-cab electronic disco' but I thought this setup would be even more effective. :)

Will this mean I have to give up my 'Tripod' nickname? :dunno:

[mud1059]

Well the jeep is mobile. Started it yesterday drove it an exhausting 9 ft.
But it moved for the first time in 2+ months. I reseated the CPS, tire/bead, mounted all 4 tires, drivelines, mounted the extiguisher, and bent the front clip away from the alternator, and installed a headlight. to do:

Seats, CB, T-Case linkage, E Brake, Hitch, Pack, put "not-so-superwinch" - Thanks Matt - back together. I'm also going to wash it for you weeners so you're not too ashamed to be associated with the guy in the POS.

[2xtreme]

to do:

Seats, CB, T-Case linkage, E Brake, Hitch, Pack, put "not-so-superwinch" - Thanks Matt - back together. I'm also going to wash it for you weeners so you're not too ashamed to be associated with the guy in the POS.

Has anyone else noticed that the To-Do list is actually getting longer as you guys get closer to this weekend:)


Ian,
I am certain that we can come up with MUCH better nicknames than Tripod;)

Michael

[IXNAYXJ]

From the Pierce County website:

"Due to increased fire traffic in the vicinity of the Carbon River Fire and to provide for public safety, the Carbon River Road will be temporarily closed at its junction with State Route 165.

Only residents living on the Carbon River Road will be allowed access. This will effectively block access to Coplay Lake, Summit Lake, Bearhead Trailhead, and the Carbon access to Mount Rainier National Park.

The National Park Service will issue wilderness backcountry permits at the road closure junction daily from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. while the closure is in effect.

Access to the Evans Creek ORV area is not affected."

Looks like we're okay, but it might be a litttle smokey.

-----Matt-----

[mud1059]

I write it down for you guys to see so I can come back later and remind myself what needs to be done....like right now. I'm a tard. Plus things keep changing. I'm out to do some work.

[John90XJ]

From the Pierce County website:

"Due to increased fire traffic in the vicinity of the Carbon River Fire and to provide for public safety, the Carbon River Road will be temporarily closed at its junction with State Route 165.

Only residents living on the Carbon River Road will be allowed access. This will effectively block access to Coplay Lake, Summit Lake, Bearhead Trailhead, and the Carbon access to Mount Rainier National Park.

The National Park Service will issue wilderness backcountry permits at the road closure junction daily from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. while the closure is in effect.

Access to the Evans Creek ORV area is not affected."

Looks like we're okay, but it might be a litttle smokey.

-----Matt-----


Here's some more info that might make for some interesting reading.

http://www.inciweb.org/incident/431/

[XJCasper]

I thought it was standard for the "To Do" to get longer as we get closer to an event.

[GreenbeltXJ]

i put my new tires on for the trip to.....
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f39/fzabolla/jeep/weak.jpg
....sigh....... work

[IXNAYXJ]

Here's some more info that might make for some interesting reading.

http://www.inciweb.org/incident/431/Not exactly a rosy outlook.... Notice the cause? "Human." Nice. :rolleyes:

-----Matt-----

[Slacker87XJ]

Not exactly a rosy outlook.... Notice the cause? "Human." Nice. :rolleyes:

-----Matt-----

RAAARRR. Man make fire! man cook food. man burn down forest. All food now pre-cooked! :rolleyes:

Yeah, sorry, too much coffee...

[IXNAYXJ]

RAAARRR. Man make fire! man cook food. man burn down forest. All food now pre-cooked! :rolleyes:

Yeah, sorry, too much coffee...BACK TO ZEE GULAG!!! NO TALKING!!!!

-----Ivan-----

[Slacker87XJ]

BACK TO ZEE CUBICLE!!! NO TALKING!!!!

-----Ivan-----

Fixed it for ya ;)

[mud1059]

OK Guys got the POS "done" only cause I'm headed up there in about 30 mins to spend the night. Not sure of Sat though. If so, I'll see you guys up there at the campground? You've seen the pics of me and Matt knows the yota I'm always wheelin with. I got a new rear bumper thanks to 12gauge! Anyway, it it's bad up there I obviously won't be spending ANY nights. And I'll post again. Good luck see you guys there - maybe - whatever works out works out.