Official run

[AZRockRunner]

Ok boys and girls. Lets put together an official event befor ethe year is out.
I would like to hear some suggestions for timeframes and locations of what you would like to see. Everyone knows I am partial to the Florence area since there are so many trails there and its very central.
So, I vote for something in the beginning of Nov, a 3 day trip like Friday - Sunday. Trials to be determined by rigs that actually show up.
So lets hear some suggestions and get something put together.

Lata

[chrslefty]

i love the florance area 2 but i think that it should be some place new to highlight some of the other types of wheeling that az has to offer .
my sugestion would be sodona .or some other town !

[cdhowell]

The 22nd is no good for me, but otherwise i'll be there.

[Winks00XJ]

Table Mesa!

[AZXJ]

I'm game..

[AZRockRunner]

Where exactly is TAble mesa and can I fit my motormansion in there easily?
I never been there so I am game for that, make a weekend out of it?

[AZXJ]

TM is just south of Black Canyon city off I17 and there's room for the motormansion.. I won't be camping but I'll make the run..

Dave

[CrashSomers]

Pick the time and place I will be there.

[Mdub]

I'm at the Dunes on the 7-9th so please...after that. I want to make a run big time. I always prefer FJ, but I'm totally open to TM. Let's do this ! I'm stayin in Brian's motor mansion - Dibs

Seriously though, camping? I have inlaws close so I could stay there, but I'd prefer to camp me thinks.

[OddBallXJ]

I'm in.

Brian, TM is about 1 hr from my house. The road is wide and no trees on the sides of the road.

Who can lead trails there? I've never run any of them.

[OddBallXJ]

Just read on VJC that 11/8 is a clean up weekend at TM, so for all those that have posted so far it would appear that the weekends of 10/31 and 11/14 are the only avl weekends cuz 11/28 is turkey weekend.

[bigazxj]

NOTE:big UT run on the 8th in fj 9th in tm be advised,fast driving fast drinking and fast women,yellow hat optional.

[Mdub]

NOTE:big UT run on the 8th in fj 9th in tm be advised,fast driving fast drinking and fast women,yellow hat optional.

Crap, Justin is posting drunk again.

[CrashSomers]

I like 11/14 to be the weekend we do this. At least that is my vote. And TM trails I will be bringing Mate he has most of the GPSed and knows most not all but most. I will see if a few of his friends would like to go that know those trails very well. There are alot of big and small trails out there so we could realy have a good time for eveyone.

[AZXJ]

BTG will be doing the Turkey on the Rocks Turkey weekend..

Maybe Somewhere other then TM or FJ is in order..


Dave

[bigazxj]

BTG will be doing the Turkey on the Rocks Turkey weekend..

Maybe Somewhere other then TM or FJ is in order..


Dave

cracks???????

[AZXJ]

I like Cracks!! :D as long as it's not windy or cold as a witches tit..

[AZRockRunner]

OK, thats just WRONG, Dave likes CRACKS, NOW I AM SCARED!!!!!!!!!!!!

All these are trails I havnt ran before, so as long as there is someone that can lead us through, we are good.

[AZXJ]

I'll lead you.. But can you follow me ? :D

[OddBallXJ]

What is the camping situation for The Cracks?
Nov is going to be COLD up on top of the rim. Sasquatch has no problems with it, but I do! :D

[bigazxj]

i can get in touch with antman and see when would be a good time for him to lead.the trail system is mostly on private land and bill is the the care taker type guy and he likes to be there for big runs.



i have reverse and 35s now and working on powersteering/gears and lockers in the next couple weeks. so i should be good to go

[x*BIGASSALEX*j]

man, I would love to go to the craacks, however I would have to ride shotgun wioth some one. Im starting the tranny swap on my toy so that will not be availabale anytime soon. Any open seats?

[CrashSomers]

Lets not do something that would be a big deal. Were members would have to plan and travle far to make this event. If we keep it close we can get more there.

[AZRockRunner]

OK, I am going to just post it.
I will be at Florence Junction on the 14th - 16th of November with my RV and Jeeps.
I plan on camping just past the cattle guard on the free land where we have camped SEVERAL times before.
For those who want to join, then JUST SHOW UP. We will be there around Dinner time that Friday so come one come all.

Trails to be determined as we see what rigs show up and how built they are.

Lata

[Lifted93XJ]

If someone can either halp me find another 231 tcase or help me rebuild mine i am game!! I wanna get out there bad!1

[Wounded XJ]

Lets not do something that would be a big deal. Were members would have to plan and travle far to make this event. If we keep it close we can get more there.

Not all of us live in the Phx/Tucson area. I know many of the Northern AZ people have stopped being active do to always have to run to Florence.

[CrashSomers]

I will be there. Not sure if i camp but I will be there. Each day.

Lets get some directions posted please.

[themud]

You suck Ill be in Missouri the 14-16...
themud



OK, I am going to just post it.
I will be at Florence Junction on the 14th - 16th of November with my RV and Jeeps.
I plan on camping just past the cattle guard on the free land where we have camped SEVERAL times before.
For those who want to join, then JUST SHOW UP. We will be there around Dinner time that Friday so come one come all.

Trails to be determined as we see what rigs show up and how built they are.

Lata

[OddBallXJ]

Mr Pres- how about updating your original post? and include directions. just a suggestion.

Directions from the North or West valley areas- take US60 through Mesa/Apache Junction/Gold Canyon to SR79 (Florence Junction). Head south on SR79 (towards Florence) for 5 miles to Cottonwood Canyon Rd. The turn will come up on you quick. If you're driving south, the small sign is on the right side of the road, at the turn. There is very little warning. Drive East until you reach a cattle guard. Camp will be on the east side of the cattle guard.

[AZXJ]

I'll be there..

lifted93 what do you need done to the case ?? I can help..

[AZXJ]

Not all of us live in the Phx/Tucson area. I know many of the Northern AZ people have stopped being active do to always have to run to Florence.

Yea but when we invite you on runs in the high country you never show.. :dunno:


:moon: Dave

[archangel]

Hmmm..Can I come play on Saturday....It'll be in a YJ though...:twak:

[AZRockRunner]

Hmmm..Can I come play on Saturday....It'll be in a YJ though...:twak:

NO, We dont like traders!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
STAY AWAY YOUNG YJ MAN, STAY AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:laugh::yap::laugh::yap::laugh::yap::laugh::yap::l augh::yap:

:explosion

[archangel]

Well see if you can keep up with the "Sample" YJ...or will we be stopping every ten minutes for the fuel pump :repair:..:)


Hey Brian, right back at ya buddy! :compwork:

[AZRockRunner]

Fuel pump been good to go. New 36" tires will be good to go so lets bring on the rocks and let it roll baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:party:

[x*BIGASSALEX*j]

So when are we doing this, also does anybody care about my request.. I just want to tag along... :mad:

[AZRockRunner]

OK, I am going to just post it.
I will be at Florence Junction on the 14th - 16th of November with my RV and Jeeps.
I plan on camping just past the cattle guard on the free land where we have camped SEVERAL times before.
For those who want to join, then JUST SHOW UP. We will be there around Dinner time that Friday so come one come all.

Trails to be determined as we see what rigs show up and how built they are.

Lata

I guess your reading skillz got sold with your XJ huh??

LOL
As far as a ride along, my seats are full with my family but I got a roof rack I can tie ya to.

Lata

[OddBallXJ]

Alex- I've got an open seat if you trust my driving. I tend to bash the passenger side more than the driver side...... :D

[Wounded XJ]

Yea but when we invite you on runs in the high country you never show.. :dunno:


:moon: Dave

It seems everytime you set something up I'm out of the area on vacation. I'm making it to the next one!

[x*BIGASSALEX*j]

Alex- I've got an open seat if you trust my driving. I tend to bash the passenger side more than the driver side...... :D


I can take that, I'll be bring the beer :cheers:

and thanks Brian...

[helliphinon8]

How about going out to the Gila River in Florence?? It's a kick ass place to camp, wheel, and drink! It's off of Florence Kelvin highway. Florence Kelvin is just past all of the prisons on your way out of florence(not that far from florence jct.). I go out there all the time and know all of the trails. There's nothing too crazy out there, but it's a kick ass place that very little people know about.

[helliphinon8]

Actually, screw that. I have a few friends and I that're going out to Sycamore Creek on the Saturday morning after Halloween. We're gonna try Squeeze Rock(yeah right;)), then go play at Widow Maker for a while, and when it gets later, we're gonna run "The Loop". It'll be a F**king blast. Anyone that wants to come along is more than welcome. I'll be the only Jeep, so I need the company:D. My good friend Jeremy will be bringing out his heavily modified Samuri, and my buddy Shaun will be bringing his recently completed '66 Scout out for it's maiden voyage. Both of these guys are super experienced and Know all of the trails in AZ like the back of their hands. They're related to the "Dunaway" family. Actually Shaun is a Dunaway, If you don't know who the Dunaway's are, they basically got Shannon Cambell started. Anyway.. let me know if ya wanna go guys! You're ALL invited, the more, the merrier! PM me if you're down!

[archangel]

Actually, screw that. I have a few friends and I that're going out to Sycamore Creek on the Saturday morning after Halloween. We're gonna try Squeeze Rock(yeah right;)), then go play at Widow Maker for a while, and when it gets later, we're gonna run "The Loop". It'll be a F**king blast. Anyone that wants to come along is more than welcome. I'll be the only Jeep, so I need the company:D. My good friend Jeremy will be bringing out his heavily modified Samuri, and my buddy Shaun will be bringing his recently completed '66 Scout out for it's maiden voyage. Both of these guys are super experienced and Know all of the trails in AZ like the back of their hands. They're related to the "Dunaway" family. Actually Shaun is a Dunaway, If you don't know who the Dunaway's are, they basically got Shannon Cambell started. Anyway.. let me know if ya wanna go guys! You're ALL invited, the more, the merrier! PM me if you're down!

Ya know...I usually don't say much, but your post just aint right....Posting up a trip in SOMEONE ELSES TRIP thread isn't right. It's almost as if you have no respect for this chapter, nor the president of this chapter. Why even bother coming in and posting a different location when its already been posted and decided on. If you want to invite people on your run, start your own thread.:twak::nono:

[themud]

While I still dont have any respect for our pres(PPPTTT:laugh:) I have to agree with archangel on this one but everyone gets one mistake so this is a freebie but after this one beatings will commence...





Ya know...I usually don't say much, but your post just aint right....Posting up a trip in SOMEONE ELSES TRIP thread isn't right. It's almost as if you have no respect for this chapter, nor the president of this chapter. Why even bother coming in and posting a different location when its already been posted and decided on. If you want to invite people on your run, start your own thread.:twak::nono:


































































Just Kiddin prez...

[CrashSomers]

When I saw his post I said the same thing. You all should not post a event on someones event post. Just keep that in mind for next time.

[Mdub]

Bad N8 bad boy !

Now let's get back to regularly scheduled programming. I'm trying by bestest to get to this shindig. It will be 3 weekends in a row on the road, but I guess I can rest when I'm dead.

[AZRockRunner]

You BETTER make it there. Ihave YET to wheel with you and have you actually make it out on your own RUBBER!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHA

[OddBallXJ]

It looks like I will be out there on Thu night if anyone wants to hang out.

[helliphinon8]

I'm sorry bout that, but calm down archangel. It's not that big of a deal. I was merely suggesting sycamore creek. After I suggested a good place in florence.

[archangel]

I'm sorry bout that, but calm down archangel. It's not that big of a deal. I was merely suggesting sycamore creek. After I suggested a good place in florence.

Why bother suggesting a different location when the locatin has already been decided on. :dunno:It's no different than two people having a conversation and you interrupting with mindless information that wasn't even pertinent to the original conversation...then, once you realize what you said didn't matter or make a bit of sense...you say nevermind.:looser:

On a different note. It turns out I may not make this after all. My job took a potential nose dive (will know in a couple of weeks), so it looks as of right now that I am out. I know where you'll be, so if I can make it, I'll just crash the party.

[AZXJ]

I may show up Thursday.. Sky is comming with me so won't be till after school.. she can skip friday.. ;)

[OddBallXJ]

I may show up Thursday.. Sky is comming with me so won't be till after school.. she can skip friday.. ;)

Cool, I've got a new puppy that will be with me that she can play with.

[AZXJ]

I spoke too soon... Looks like I'll be working the entire weekend.. They are talking Layoff's..

[OddBallXJ]

Schools don't have layoffs for kids that don't go to school. What's the problem?! :D
Sorry to hear that. I'll give you a call this evening when I get off.

[helliphinon8]

Post deleted by moderator. Post is in violation of forum concerning personal attacks. PM sent.

[AZRockRunner]

OK boys, lets play nice on the forums please. Everyone is entitled to there opinions but please be respectful when posting them on the forums.

Thanks

[helliphinon8]

Post deleted by moderator. Post is violation of forum rules concerning personal attacks. PM sent

[archangel]

Post deleted by moderator. Post was in violation of form rules concerning personal attacks. PM sent

[AZRockRunner]

I am going to post a link that both of you should have read when you joined this club:
http://www.naxja.org/html/forums_code_of_conduct.htm

So please reread the rules and play nice.

[KRAKER]

Hey guys.... Take it backchannel would ya. Kids do see this.

[Desertfabmotors]

I just may show up, do some wheeling in the cherokee:yelclap:

[OddBallXJ]

Hey Todd, it would be great to see the rig

[CrashSomers]

Dont forget BUMP

[AZRockRunner]

OK, boys and Girls its almost time to go wheeling. For those that have never been to our campsite before we will be camping just off of Cottonwood canyon road on the left side JUST past the cattle guard.
I dont have GPS coordinates but if you go down cottonwood canyon road you will see us JUST PAST the 1st cattle guard on the left. John will have his 5th wheel and we will have the 36ft motor mansion out there by Thursday late afternoon.
For those that are coming Friday, let us know and we can wait for you to go wheeling, otherwide just show up and lets roll baby!!!!!!


Lata

[Winks00XJ]

Have a good time guys. I wish I could make it down there but my project is too big for me to get away right now.
The project:
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e352/rwinkster/Newhouse077.jpg

[AZRockRunner]

WOW, looks like a M&G at Winksters house in a few months!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[OddBallXJ]

Can you say wrenching party?! He can fit 5 or 6 rigs in there and a lift too.

[CrashSomers]

Were is cottonwood road? LOL

[AZRockRunner]

http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&ll=33.189714,-111.32575&spn=0.03498,0.05785&z=14&om=1
For those whe seriously dont know where this is located, here is a google map of the area from a past thread.

Lata

[CrashSomers]

Thank you.

I would like to go Saturday and Sunday but I dont think I will spend the night down there. If anyone wants to meet up and JEEP TRAIN down there drop me a line would be cool seeing a huge line of Jeeps heading down.

[OddBallXJ]

http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&ll=33.189714,-111.32575&spn=0.03498,0.05785&z=14&om=1
For those whe seriously dont know where this is located, here is a google map of the area from a past thread.

Lata

I posted this in post #29:
Directions from the North or West valley areas- take US60 through Mesa/Apache Junction/Gold Canyon to SR79 (Florence Junction). Head south on SR79 (towards Florence) for 5 miles to Cottonwood Canyon Rd. The turn will come up on you quick. If you're driving south, the small sign is on the right side of the road, at the turn. There is very little warning. Drive East until you reach a cattle guard. Camp will be on the east side of the cattle guard.

[Desertfabmotors]

What time Saturday & Sunday is pull out for the run? I cant make it friday, I will bee in Tuscon for a football playoff game.

Todd

[AZRockRunner]

Not sure if there will be an OFFICIAL run on Sunday since most people pull out early to get home and unloaded. Saturday we will be leaving camp around 0830 as usual and back to camp around 1600 or so.

Lata

[CrashSomers]

I understand that Sunday is the pack up and go home day but there are members coming down and that is the only day they can. I would hope we do atleast a small run for them if they show. I might drive down All three days. Not sure tho. AZRockRunner would it be safe to say most runs will start at 8:30 so members that are going to just show up have a good sence when to?

[cdhowell]

See you sometime friday late

[AZRockRunner]

As a general rule of thumb, we pull out of camp at 0830 give or take. If we know your coming we will wait a little longer, otherwise we will be on channel 4 on the CB.

If there are people that want to run on Sunday, thats up to them. it will NOT be an official run but have at it and be safe.

[OddBallXJ]

My .02- be there by 0830, pull out at 0900

[smcdonaldaz]

I can't make it, but I do have a helpful tip regarding GPS coordinates. For Cottonwood Canyon Rd they are (33.179126,-111.351798). My GPS won't let me put in all numbers after the decimal but it's always within 25-30 ft.

Easy way to get GPS coordinates is to go to yahoo maps in hybrid or satellite mode and right click on the location you want coordinates for and select "Drive from here...". Don't click right on a road though or you get he road name. Now look in the upper right corner under directions and you'll see the GPS coordinates.

I do all my map recon for hunting and wheeling in yahoo maps and log the interesting places I'd like to check out. I also map dirt road intersections and set them up as a route in my GPS.

Have a great trip gang!

[OddBallXJ]

Well, I'm all hooked up and will be pulling out at 0600 tomorrow to run with some folks from VJC tomorrow and hang out till folks show up. Call if you need to- 60 24783 014
See you there!

[AZRockRunner]

RV Packed and gassed ready to haul @$$!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
See you around dinner time tomorrow.

Lata

[bigazxj]

have fun guys be safe

buckle up,eliminate the what ifs

[CrashSomers]

Hey that is not nice I am a "What If".

[Wounded XJ]

Hope you all have fun. I will have to catch the next one when I'm out of this school!

[Mdub]

I'm hoping to be there late Friday night.

[AZRockRunner]

Well John, Rick ( Crashsomers ) and myself are out here ALL ALONE. We wheeled Lower Woodpecker and window rock this morning. I will post pics later as the cell phone internet connection is to slow on the upload.
C'mon out guys, its fun, not to hot and lots to do.

Lata

[Winks00XJ]

Well John, Rick ( Crashsomers ) and myself are out here ALL ALONE. We wheeled Lower Woodpecker and window rock this morning. I will post pics later as the cell phone internet connection is to slow on the upload.
C'mon out guys, its fun, not to hot and lots to do.

Lata

Are you waiting for me to do H2H?:eeks1:

[KRAKER]

Dammit!!!! I knew I shouldn't have told anyone I'm coming. I have to drag my sorry ass to work tomorrow. I just have to finish off one car then I'm off the Florence. Is anyone gonna be around camp near say 10a? Should I still roll out there?

[AZRockRunner]

We will be out on the trail by thn. But we will be on CB channel 4 or 5 depending on traffic. We are more than likely going to be running Lower woodpecker, upper woodpecker, and upper ajax and maybe jack handle.

Lata

[AZRockRunner]

OK, Change of plans. We are doing the Martinez Cabin Loop. CB Channel 5.

Lata

[KRAKER]

I'll try and catch up. Later

[AZRockRunner]

Well, we are back and as always had ALOT of fun. I was the only CARNAGE the entire weekend with a broken track bar mount on the axle end. I will get pics once my camera battery is charged again and then will post up a link to my photos once there all uploaded.

I would like to just say thanks to those who attended and had a good time.

Lata

[CrashSomers]

It was alot of fun. Thanks Brian and John for having the event now when is the next one?

I took only a few pics was busy driving my ass off. But here are a few from top of the world and the way up also the link were you can find those few.

http://s99.photobucket.com/albums/l312/YourCrash/Offical%20Run%2011-15/

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l312/YourCrash/Offical%20Run%2011-15/OfficalRun11-15009.jpg

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l312/YourCrash/Offical%20Run%2011-15/OfficalRun11-15019.jpg

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l312/YourCrash/Offical%20Run%2011-15/OfficalRun11-15013.jpg

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l312/YourCrash/Offical%20Run%2011-15/OfficalRun11-15011.jpg

cant wait to see the rest you and the others took.

[OddBallXJ]

Thanks to everyone who showed for making this an unforgettable weekend. You are all on my target list :D.

Thank you.

Pics will be forthcoming.

[archangel]

Thanks to everyone who showed for making this an unforgettable weekend. You are all on my target list :D.

Thank you.

Pics will be forthcoming.


I'm not scared of being on your "hit list"...lol You'll need glasses to aim... JUST KIDDING...

That was a great run, and I'm already looking forward to watching John try Roger's Crack someday...

So, where's the pics already!:geek:

[OddBallXJ]

Here's the link for my pics. I'll post up some individuals when I have more time.
http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/hh267/jporvaz/20081115%20FJ%20Birthday/

[archangel]

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh267/jporvaz/20081115%20FJ%20Birthday/Picture028.jpg

Awesome new sticker Brian!:patriot:

[CrashSomers]

That rock garden was very cool. Thanks again John for doing such a great job spoting me up that was not easy open open but was alot of fun.

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh267/jporvaz/20081115%20FJ%20Birthday/Picture038.jpg

[AZXJ]

Great Pictures guys, sorry I didn't get to run with you.. Glad I was able to make it out for the celebration!!

[AZRockRunner]

YEAH!!!! I got my PRINCESS OF EVERYTHING AWARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


WOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:loveu:

[cdhowell]

Thanks for the great weekend. Nice to see the XJ's kick butt on the yuppie driving JK's. Makes you want to run out and buy a pink polo shirt. Crash running the loop open, open, was impressive. And a big thanks to James for seranading me while I did my wheely. Buying the CD tomorrow.

[CrashSomers]

thanks for the comp.... I learned from my buddies it is all about the light right foot and listen to your spoter. But this was alot of fun and was way cool we keep the b-party from John lol.

[AZRockRunner]

Here is a link to my photbucket album:
http://s100.photobucket.com/albums/m17/RockRunner127/November%20FJ%202008/

Enjoy

Lata

[alanzona]

Thanks for posting pics! Those of us who were out of town all weekend (work) are enjoying living through you all!

How was the loop? When we were up there in March it was a bi-otch! Glad everyone had a great time. I look forward to making the next one!!!

[OddBallXJ]

The loop was pretty nasty in several spots. Lots of hanging tires on the narrow climbs and lots of washouts!

[alanzona]

Man. I will still on 33's without the RE 5.5 coils and I had a tough time with it. I'd like to try it again soon, though. Good run, guys.