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Title: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on January 20, 2016, 10:32:59 AM
Spring Outing... we need a time and place.

Any suggestions?

I will say I still need time to address the issues on my rig, so would prefer nothing till late march maybe april sometime?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: bullboy0852 on January 20, 2016, 09:02:40 PM
I still gotta drop an engine in mine and replace my seals and bearings all around

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Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on January 21, 2016, 09:27:57 AM
you may be in worse shape than me.

I have to fix wire harnesses and a computer and drop in a new transmission and t case.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectM880 on January 21, 2016, 05:17:58 PM
Sounds like Noah with The Top Hand and Lance with Keystone are the only ones ready to rock and roll!!

I've got a blown up front driveshaft  :violent1:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on January 22, 2016, 05:01:04 PM
Wrenching party?

Cline Ranch has always been on my radar, but for Dallas people, that would be tough. Its located near lake Medina I believe. I have heard good things about it, but it appears as though they work only through appointment, and you have to have at least 6 rigs, or be prepared to pay $200 as a group, minimum. They also do not have the facilities that Hidden Falls continues to build with our $. From what I have seen on youtube....Cline Ranch may be a little out of our league at the moment.  :dontknow:

With concern to date....I think if we go in any month near April or November...we are going to be wet, and by we, I mean me. Someone left Keystone's windows down again.  :017:

Lastly, I hate to say it, but I would venture to say that HF has yet to be conquered in its entirety. Wet N Wild, Loose Rock, Slither'n and a few others mock me, and haunt my dreams, personally. Is that weird? If so, I know whom to blame.

Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: bullboy0852 on January 22, 2016, 05:13:52 PM
I'm down for anywhere, should be up and running before we go

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Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on January 23, 2016, 10:27:40 AM
Now that I have a more proper towing setup I don't mind distance, but it needs to be worth the time.

I might also say, that maybe we should stick closer to home until we have less break downs?

Ernest is putting $$ into mistress again, tranny, front and rear ends.

but its not all pretty
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on January 23, 2016, 11:52:03 AM
I will certainly cast my particular vote for Hidden Falls. There is still plenty to explore and it seems to get more difficult each time, despite numerous Dodge "natural enhancement" modifications.  :017:

When do the people with kids have Spring Breaks?  :sunny: Is that late enough in March?  Or are those weekends out because other trips are already planned?   :victory:  :steeringwheel:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: workgoats on January 23, 2016, 06:49:22 PM
I've been to Cline Ranch.  There were lots of places that any of our vehicles could go.  Aaron has been there too cause I got to help him up a place or two.  Danger Dave set a 440 RC on fire there and had it rebuilt by the time we came back down at the end of the day.

Still, Hidden Falls has a lot to offer with facilities.  I know I haven't been around much lately and at this point I cannot tell how busy I will be in the spring.  We have been out of work for so long the job we are starting now is very high priority.  And, it will last for over a year, bringing a bunch of work to my part of the company.

I'd like to work on the old red Jeep and I'd like to do some more to the purple daily driver but if I can break loose, I'll find something to take.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on January 27, 2016, 03:12:51 PM
I have a wedding I can't get out of on the April 15th. So please not the weekend of April 15-17.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on January 27, 2016, 03:15:00 PM
April 17th, I've got a birthday I can't change.   :laughing7:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on January 27, 2016, 03:22:40 PM
April 29-May 1?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on January 28, 2016, 08:27:20 AM
That looks good to me presently. Seems to be far enough out to get everything done.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on January 28, 2016, 12:24:24 PM
Or the weekend after? May 6-8?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on January 28, 2016, 03:06:54 PM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on January 28, 2016, 12:24:24 PM
Or the weekend after? May 6-8?

People will still be hung over from Cinco de Mayo  :sleepy:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on January 28, 2016, 04:20:44 PM
What would be better than Cinco de Mayo on the trails?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on January 28, 2016, 06:32:51 PM
Cinco de seis and Cinco de siete  :13:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: bullboy0852 on January 29, 2016, 04:58:59 AM
My wedding is may 14th

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Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on January 29, 2016, 08:30:53 AM
I am out of town the weekend of the 14th.

Any other thoughts on dates?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on January 29, 2016, 01:12:53 PM
I am liking April 29-May 1 at this point.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: 79goat on January 31, 2016, 10:12:20 PM
Hopefully I'll have my 79 up and going with its new 2000 model 360magnum and fuel injection by then, so late April early May would be good for me and I have a demolition derby on April 16th
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on February 01, 2016, 08:21:03 AM
79Goat, where are you located?

Welcome to the site.  :hello:

I'd love to see what you do to get a modern engine going in a 70's truck.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: 79goat on February 01, 2016, 11:53:21 AM
SixGun my name is AJ I'm located in Caldwell tx outside of Bryan tx, I run around with Ernest and Ron(workgoats), and I'm excited to see what I do to get it running too lol but first I need to finish welding up the floor, I have a 2000 model 360 and a  1995 donor that I'm gonna use the overdrive Trans and engine harness in my 79 that way I can have overdrive also

And is there any reason it says I don't have permission to upload pics?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on February 01, 2016, 12:03:13 PM
I believe I met you at Ernest's place. Aren't you the one that gave me a set of pushrods for the 383 motor?

Anyways, I will text Ryan and find out about the pic situation.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: 79goat on February 01, 2016, 01:00:29 PM
Yes I did give yall the pushrods
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on February 09, 2016, 12:08:13 PM
So vote time... who likes April 29- May 1 for the spring outing?

Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: 79goat on February 09, 2016, 12:51:14 PM
april 29th-may1 works for me
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: bullboy0852 on February 09, 2016, 06:25:29 PM
I'll be at work, 12-22 of April I'll be home, but it may not matter if I don't have my engine fixed by then.

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Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on February 11, 2016, 12:15:14 PM
I have currently asked off work for the 29th -1st, but I can move it around if needs be.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on February 11, 2016, 06:26:42 PM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on February 11, 2016, 12:15:14 PM
I have currently asked off work for the 29th -1st, but I can move it around if needs be.

Does that mean you asked the Wifey...err..the boss.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on February 12, 2016, 07:44:20 AM
Quote from: SixGun on February 11, 2016, 06:26:42 PM
Does that mean you asked the Wifey...err..the boss.


You did not vote yet, that mean you have not asked the boss yet?  :evil6:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on February 12, 2016, 07:36:52 PM
I'm the boss :040:

I'm just not sure if iI want to use my vacation days that soon. It makes for a long summer.

Date is good but I'll let you know as it gets closer.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on February 22, 2016, 08:14:01 AM
So who has a running/functional vehicles for this fiasco....  :tongue3: ....Eric? .... Ryan?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on February 22, 2016, 09:42:53 AM
As of saturday my rig is running again. Still working on it... but it can be and will be ready.  :dance:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on February 22, 2016, 09:48:51 AM
eric can ride in the back with Richard ... they can winch each other around in 2wd...  :evil6:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on February 22, 2016, 09:50:04 AM
That could be interesting... see who gets stuck more?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on February 22, 2016, 10:08:44 AM
Nice footage of trails recently at HF, including Wet N Wild which is the very first trail scene. In fact that can opener spot is exactly where I turned around last time.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMEr1lRrmNY
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: workgoats on February 22, 2016, 04:54:16 PM
As it looks now, I can be there but I can't leave College Station until 10:00 pm on Friday night or early Saturday morning.  I've got a high school senior grand daughter, doing her last high school performance on Friday night.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 02, 2016, 09:10:42 AM
Cool recent footage of Rocky 1 at Hidden Falls.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSnCVPAeuwY
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 02, 2016, 09:55:10 AM
looks like fun  :laughing7:


I have me a new trailer ready to come and play... but I am going to go to Redneck's with Paychecks first. Hope I don't break anything there  :evil6:

Read to get out there and have some fun  :headbang:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 04, 2016, 09:52:40 AM
pics of trailer or it didn't happen
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on March 04, 2016, 10:19:00 AM
Actually he did on his 93 Trail Rig thread  :thumbsup:

http://RamCharger.net/index.php/topic,74.msg9205.html#msg9205
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 04, 2016, 11:53:31 AM
its a beast of a trailer and way more than I would ever need.

whats the old saying... go big or go home?  :evil6:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 12, 2016, 08:08:44 PM
well my rig is now running and driving as it should with 4 high and all 4 transmission gears!!

how is everyone else's turning up?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectM880 on March 13, 2016, 09:57:20 PM
Quote from: rjtx667 on March 12, 2016, 08:08:44 PM
well my rig is now running and driving as it should with 4 high and all 4 transmission gears!!

how is everyone else's turning up?
The Death charger is still broke.......
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 14, 2016, 08:48:03 AM
Quote from: ProjectM880 on March 13, 2016, 09:57:20 PM
The Death charger is still broke.......

So does that mean you are going to bring it and 2 wheel it? or you going to ride with others?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectM880 on March 14, 2016, 10:36:18 AM
Quote from: rjtx667 on March 14, 2016, 08:48:03 AM
So does that mean you are going to bring it and 2 wheel it? or you going to ride with others?
Not sure ha ha ha
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 14, 2016, 02:53:11 PM
Quote from: ProjectM880 on March 14, 2016, 10:36:18 AM
Not sure ha ha ha


"Discretion is the Better Part of Valor"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vM2m7XGusJM
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 15, 2016, 09:09:59 AM
Substitute that green buggy, for a Tan RC.......
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 15, 2016, 10:23:08 AM
is that what Eric was doing when he broke his driveshaft?

James (in the video) seems to be very persistent, really likes the skinny petal, and forgot he has a winch

:laughing7:

But I am sure Eric had a lot of fun trying.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 16, 2016, 09:34:40 AM
Well it wasn't exactly the same....but close....very close.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 16, 2016, 08:40:41 PM
Well, unfortunately fellas, it appears as though I may be joining the list of "Too Broke to Attend". That could be $, or parts, or both. A routine trip to TA, and I figured I would give ole Keystone a crank to get the juices flowing. Cranks just fine, raise the hood, and bam, its staring me in the face. Guesses?

A  :thumbsup: and  :icon_salut: :great: to the first correct guess. The carnage...is hard to describe.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on March 16, 2016, 08:45:12 PM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on March 16, 2016, 08:40:41 PM
Well, unfortunately fellas, it appears as though I may be joining the list of "Too Broke to Attend". That could be $, or parts, or both. A routine trip to TA, and I figured I would give ole Keystone a crank to get the juices flowing. Cranks just fine, raise the hood, and bam, its staring me in the face. Guesses?

A  :thumbsup: and  :icon_salut: :great: to the first correct guess. The carnage...is hard to describe.


possum juices in the carby???  :dontknow:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on March 16, 2016, 08:47:25 PM
Quote from: ProjectM880 on March 14, 2016, 10:36:18 AM
Not sure ha ha ha

unless there are critter juices impeding your progress there are no excuses.... :035:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on March 16, 2016, 08:51:09 PM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on March 16, 2016, 08:40:41 PM
"Too Broke to Attend"

good grammar ...too many CAPS ....  :dance:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on March 16, 2016, 09:27:52 PM
Uhhhh......busted water pump?   :icon_scratch:


Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 17, 2016, 11:13:43 AM
Well I believe the old saying is a pic is worth a 1000 words?


I will take a stab at it and say you found the tail end of a snake that made its way down your carb because you left the air cleaner off... and the snake was 1/2 into a cylinder and now its a mess everywhere?


Also I am sure there are tons of parts on carter that you could um... borrow? lol  :evil6:

As for missing an event, there is no excuse... your talking to the guy who had to replace an engine in less than a month last year and who had to replace a wire harness, computer, transmission, transfer case, and caliper this year  :laughing7:


Last weekend I was helping Ernest clean out the shop some, he had an old 318 magnum that a customer ran out of oil and locked up... I tore it down and got the few good things off it to scrap the rest.

It was bad enough it actually ruined the oil pan and broke the dip stick!!
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 17, 2016, 09:44:17 PM
Broken Battery strap. Death nail.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on March 18, 2016, 07:30:42 AM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on March 17, 2016, 09:44:17 PM
Broken Battery strap. Death nail.

yup scrap the truck.... better idea... use eric's battery and strap ....he obviously wont need it  :evil6:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 18, 2016, 11:53:28 AM
eh you can be just fine without a battery strap... just know that it may let the battery fall info the exhaust manifold lol
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 18, 2016, 12:24:07 PM
Eric can I borrow your battery strap? I can buy one for $6, and have it amazoned to me, then send them a pic of my old one and have them pay me for it, orrrrrrrr render another vehicle completely immobile for the sake of complication and good ole natured pirating of parts. 
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: taz_man440 on March 18, 2016, 08:44:56 PM
Rubber bungie strap, $1 and will last forever.  :)
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 20, 2016, 12:50:18 PM
I just use tie down straps  :headbang:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 21, 2016, 05:13:44 PM
Has the date officially been set? How does everyone's situation look for April 29-May 1?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 21, 2016, 05:34:16 PM
I already took time off and booked the cabins so thats when I am going, not sure about everyone else?  :dontknow:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 22, 2016, 10:54:10 AM
Bought a tent so I am not helping my dad make one out of copper tubing.

Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 22, 2016, 11:02:13 AM
what? did not like sleeping in a pond?

I need to buy a tent soon for boyscouts that camp out is the weekend before.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 22, 2016, 04:40:33 PM
Well if you are actually getting one for cub scouts, and then boy scouts I assume, look for the true backpacking tents. If its a family tent, popup all the way.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Core-Equipment-9-x-7-Instant-Dome-Tent-Sleeps-4/45824140

Was $98 yesterday.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 23, 2016, 02:38:58 PM
Thank jeebus for amazon. Battery strap in hand. The day is saved.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 23, 2016, 02:44:35 PM
that was a close call there... almost had to cancel the whole dang trip!!!!  :icon_salut:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 23, 2016, 10:08:20 PM
Current state of Hidden Falls. Interesting both vids start with Bronco Buster.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Jj2Xiq77Rk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgqxFfRXcDQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3ahBz5yEDI
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 24, 2016, 09:34:20 AM
Bronco Buster as a level 2... I feel bad for them because they had no clue what they were getting into. Then all the store stuff... yeah that had to be a fun day for them.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 25, 2016, 08:54:44 AM
Which cabins have yall rented?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 26, 2016, 04:39:24 PM
don't know which ones yet, just know I have 2.

I am using one, the other is up for grabs... if Eric does not want it.

I will have spare bunks in my cabin, think I am using 3 maybe 4 of them so far.

I have to pay for the cabins 2 weeks before the outing so we need to figure it out before then.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 28, 2016, 08:14:48 PM
My personal spot will be camping as I just bought a tent. However, I am definitely down to try and maybe plan bigger meals a bit more effectively. No reason to double cook if needed.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 29, 2016, 10:30:39 AM
I will see if I can work on a "menu" of sorts that everyone can see what I am cooking... then if you want to join in you can bring your food and we will combine it and cook.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 29, 2016, 11:26:22 AM
If you are bringing that Fire X Disk thing again, it seems like eggs, bacon and tortillas would be easy calls.

Also, I tried making the cobbler the other night. Looked like something they dug up from Pompeii. Whoops
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 30, 2016, 10:37:51 AM
Anyone know what trailer this is?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DjYqRrUGRU

Also, it looks like there is now a cheater way up the final ledge on the fence line

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iAW_VFrVMw
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on March 30, 2016, 12:11:55 PM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on March 29, 2016, 11:26:22 AM
If you are bringing that Fire X Disk thing again, it seems like eggs, bacon and tortillas would be easy calls.

Also, I tried making the cobbler the other night. Looked like something they dug up from Pompeii. Whoops

I will have the Fire X Disk with me.

Can't help you on cobbler... Its easy to make, at least for me.  :laughing7:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on March 30, 2016, 02:08:34 PM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on March 30, 2016, 10:37:51 AM
Anyone know what trailer this is?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DjYqRrUGRU

Also, it looks like there is now a cheater way up the final ledge on the fence line

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iAW_VFrVMw

I believe that the trail in the first video is Slither... where Eric broke a jeep ujoint once and Keystone begin puking ATF after failing to make it to the top

The fenceline is still a rough spot... Ernest did it on about the same line it is just a bit more dug out now... I would still not attempt it  :sign0135:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on March 31, 2016, 08:50:32 AM
Keystone was just leaking power not ATF. Ok I can't back that up. 
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 03, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: ProjectPW on March 30, 2016, 02:08:34 PM
I believe that the trail in the first video is Slither... where Eric broke a jeep ujoint once and Keystone begin puking ATF after failing to make it to the top

The fenceline is still a rough spot... Ernest did it on about the same line it is just a bit more dug out now... I would still not attempt it  :sign0135:

Ernest needed a bit of a tug from ole Keystone if I remember correctly. My only saving grace that particular weekend.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 03, 2016, 05:28:30 PM
Hey Ryan,

From Eric, Noah, and Lance's side, with concern to food. We will bring plenty of eggs and bacon and tortillas for two breakfasts. I will also bring my dutch and we and make a bit more desert.

Dinner....not sure. Would fajitas or something like that cook well in the Wok?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on April 03, 2016, 05:47:55 PM
I was trying to figure out the best way to do this...

maybe we figure out a menu, then "estimate" the price of all meals.

Then one person buys everything and figures out the actual price and we all pitch in?

I think your breakfast sounds good.

We could do Burgers for lunch (both days if we want, they cook easy)

And dinner we could do fajitas or I can bring the smoker and do BBQ chicken or we could do the foil pack dinners I did last time.

and of course dessert.

The other question is when is everyone getting there? I am going to get there (hopefully) Friday Morning.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 03, 2016, 06:30:52 PM
I am personally able to and plan to be there Friday morning as well.

The bear of one person getting it all, is that one person has to get it all with lots of coolers and such. If it is ok with you, plan on my bringing enough eggs, bacon and tortillas for X number of people. How many are coming with you, Ryan?

Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on April 04, 2016, 09:58:19 AM
Who all is going?

Ryan
Eric
Noah
Lance
Ernest and Molly
Ron
Ricard and Yolonda ***Maybe***
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 04, 2016, 04:02:22 PM
I'll only be bringing enough for people who confirm. You can add my brother to my list as my passenger.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 04, 2016, 09:19:09 PM
I only post this in case someone gets an idea to try out this "pond".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWF8GZG7Vo4

Funnier than it should be.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 04, 2016, 09:33:15 PM
That kinda looks like the pond Dave went for a swim in except a little more flooded.

:headbang:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 05, 2016, 08:57:06 AM
It absolutely is the same pond, with about 2-3 feet more water I think. No V10 to pull him out this time I guess.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on April 05, 2016, 11:49:27 AM
Dave also did not go head first into the middle, he went about 1/3 of the way out.... at least the time I was there and he got stuck, was there another time?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 05, 2016, 12:40:45 PM
Well he technically stuck himself in that same hole, twice, within about 30 minutes of one another. I gave up after that and moved along. Keystone was not having any part of it on bald 31's.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 05, 2016, 02:07:16 PM
Quote from: rjtx667 on April 05, 2016, 11:49:27 AM
Dave also did not go head first into the middle, he went about 1/3 of the way out.... at least the time I was there and he got stuck, was there another time?

https://youtu.be/VFoJ2dXa1Gw

I think there's like 3 or 4 parts to this video.

He went in on one side and after getting pulled out, he tried the other side. Good thing he didn't go down the center.  That sucker is wayyy deep! 

Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 05, 2016, 03:13:13 PM
Part 2

https://youtu.be/UZ2r_-A8lWM

Part 3

https://youtu.be/5gyPZ-T70rY

Part 4

https://youtu.be/ZqCL1DtQ-us
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 07, 2016, 12:44:18 PM
Many may not know, but mi hermano can rock a guitar. Thus, I am looking for some sort of junk yard speakers / straps to put him on top of Keystone.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DcqnkzGEFQ

or this

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4M5KE44xluo&nohtml5=False
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 07, 2016, 07:13:44 PM
Did you see the 71 Charger in the Mad Max movie? Sweet!!

:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 08, 2016, 07:54:47 AM
I couldn't see anything after the end of that movie.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 09, 2016, 08:32:11 AM
Quote from: rjtx667 on April 04, 2016, 09:58:19 AM
Who all is going?

Ryan
Eric
Noah
Lance
Ernest and Molly
Ron
Ricard and Yolonda ***Maybe***

Just confirming that Yolanda and I are going.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectM880 on April 09, 2016, 07:08:09 PM
If the driveshaft arrives in time, I can get the Chevy inspected and it still runs, then I should make it.

Anyone know if they are having a big crowd or events there that weekend?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 11, 2016, 08:37:57 AM
I sent a message to HF asking if anything big was going on that weekend. Will update ASAP.

Update: No large events are scheduled for that weekend.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 12, 2016, 11:09:50 AM
Foil Packs: Is this their origin?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wczqe1Tj0NE
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: workgoats on April 13, 2016, 05:45:07 PM
I would venture to say that not a single one of us would start out on an off road trip with any of the trailers involved.

We might start out with an un-secured battery in a Jeep and we can break an axle, but pull a trailer with 10 inch tires? :017: (http://:017:)
Title: Current State of Wildcat Stairway
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 14, 2016, 10:58:06 AM
For your information.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqtOi8Li4zo
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: trailduster.dave on April 14, 2016, 10:27:47 PM
Ryan may want to update the list......
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: trailduster.dave on April 14, 2016, 10:30:55 PM
On an unrelated note....
76RC and 85Crew are on the market
REALISTIC offers
Title: Re: Current State of Wildcat Stairway
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 16, 2016, 10:09:06 AM
Quote from: KeystoneSmooth on April 14, 2016, 10:58:06 AM
For your information.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqtOi8Li4zo


More Updates on No Name and Carnage Canyon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJmjeTCwxRw&ebc=ANyPxKrXD8_-5n0wCE5dOlAo2EPhh9FpdijY1-Tz5DVxbqKh7-pfcUzvnzILySSbtv284z_Tw1tV4t-PsbiwwS9nUg8W0Nut5Q

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qa-_FRoulxY

Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: workgoats on April 19, 2016, 03:30:45 PM
It still looks like I will be coming in about 2 or 3 am on Saturday.   :sleepy: (http://:sleepy:)

I will have a bunch of firewood and the fire pit.  I will have extra wood too. 

I might run the Jeep a little but it's daily transportation and I won't have a way to get it home if I damage it.

So, if you break anything Friday night, you know how to call me for a parts run. :steeringwheel: (http://:steeringwheel:)
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 20, 2016, 09:25:08 AM
The 10 day weather forecast gives us about a 20-40% chance of rain for next weekend. I think it would probably be a good idea for any of those who are camping to plan on having some sort of extra rain coverage. Does anyone by chance have an extra pop up canopy?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 21, 2016, 10:27:11 AM
Update on No Name.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghrhc0cLRps

Wishing I had doors right about now. Oh yea that and lockers.  :tard: :dontknow: :steeringwheel: :017: :nono:

Wet N Wild is below; unfortunately, on review, the "can opener rock" still seems to be firmly entrenched.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yz2VRE5F1R0#t=4.26

Title: Food for Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 26, 2016, 03:01:28 PM
In an effort to minimize waste, we were looking to try and do some group meals. With that being said, I am planning on bringing enough Eggs, Meat and Tortillas for Bfast Tacos both mornings on the big ole Wok if that is a go.

I can account for those coming from Troxell Automotive...if I do not hear from anyone else I will unfortunately assume you are not eating and will not bring enough, so don't be surprised.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 26, 2016, 09:27:53 PM
Me me me......err...... us us us  :thumbsup:

Yolanda and I are bringing asada and fajitas.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 27, 2016, 07:27:58 AM
OK cool deal Rich. Bringing corn and flour. So Bfast should be handled.

BYOC....Bring your own coffee....just to make sure

So far I am only planning on:

TA Group
Richard and Yolanda
Ryan Family of 4?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 27, 2016, 09:06:53 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhkE8O2e5RE
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: workgoats on April 27, 2016, 09:49:21 PM
I'll still be there sometime during the night Friday or around sun up on Saturday.  I'll want to cook my breakfast on the griddle and then play it by ear after that.

Ryan, Count me in on the cabin but I may not get there in time to use it Friday.

I think I can come up with a canopy the company owns and will probably bring a small table or two.

Firewood is already loaded and I painted the fire pit again...

As I told Ernest, "This trip is worth a lot even if I stay in camp.  It IS NOT happening in College Station and it's far away from work. :breakcomp: (http://:breakcomp:)
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on April 28, 2016, 08:12:50 AM
 :You_Rock_Emoticon:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 28, 2016, 09:14:16 PM
Well I hate to be that guy but it looks like Yolanda and I will not make this trip.

Just bad timing I guess.  We had been debating whether or not to go but as some others bowed out, we figured it was a sign.

Hope you all have a blast and if you guys Rescue some Jeeps take pics and post them. Lol  :steeringwheel:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: workgoats on April 28, 2016, 10:00:55 PM
I guess I'm next to pull out. With family stuff and work on daughter's and grand-daughter's cars, it will be better for me to unpack and stay home.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: workgoats on April 29, 2016, 09:13:46 AM
Just so everyone knows, Ernest will not be coming either.  He has some family issues and work issues too.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectM880 on April 30, 2016, 06:50:04 PM
This is how you fit a select-o-matic hub into a coffee cup.....
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on April 30, 2016, 06:59:26 PM
Oh oh ... Is that yours Eric?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectM880 on April 30, 2016, 07:25:54 PM
Quote from: SixGun on April 30, 2016, 06:59:26 PM
Oh oh ... Is that yours Eric?
Indeed I'm running drive flanges now  :steeringwheel:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on May 02, 2016, 07:37:35 AM
Well the Top Hand made it all look easy, however it was not with out some fresh rash/issues. The right rear shock decided it would leak copious amounts of oil most of the weekend. Then there was a late night bombing run that resulted in some fresh denting of the left rear fender and clutch linkage that apparently decided that would be a good time to become disconnected. Made it back to camp with out the clutch and fixed it the next day with copious amounts of well placed zip ties.

I also prototyped some nifty carburetor mods that worked amazingly well. The truck actually runs after hitting acorns and small pot holes now! Actually it runs amazing now All stumbling/dieing/ smoking /hard starting and rough running in crappy positions has been solved. It actually runs well enough that EFI is probably unnecessary. We will make a how too with pics/etc using Erics RC so that this knowledge can be used by others here soon

All in all a fantastic time was had. Sorry the rest of y'all couldn't make it the weather was amazing and the park wasn't too busy. Next time will come soon enough...
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectM880 on May 02, 2016, 08:57:38 AM
It was a great weekend!
Damage result was one blown up seletomatic hub and probably two front shocks.
Overall fun was had and little critical damage was had. Fixed the hub on the trail and countinued on.
I did however have a difficult time making some obstacles . The top hand made everything look easy.
Keystone proved itself several times and I believe only avoided one obstacle .
The obstacle that I blew up my hub was indeed very frustrating.
The top hand climbed it with no problem and Keystone hit with everything it had with out problem.
I on the other hand did not fair that well. Several attempt ended in the broken hub, a shitty running motor, and a bruised ego.
It got to the point that everyone stopped filming and cast looks of pity on the struggling death charger.
It was at that point the Noah stated to get the strap.
That must of pissed the death charger off because a growl of exhaust and gravel started flying!
The death charger flew up the obstacle in angry fashion proving it did not require anyone's pity!

But it's obvious that the death charger needs some much need work on steering, shocks, and rear locker.
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on May 02, 2016, 09:15:38 AM
From the sound of it, I guess a lot of Jeepers backed out also.

Glad you guys had an awesome time.  Was anyone else there other than the Troxell gang?
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: ProjectPW on May 03, 2016, 09:18:51 AM
A little teaser  for y'all...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Szw5DWzymnU&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on May 03, 2016, 02:59:00 PM
Drone Footage of Camp

https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=687BD1786F6EFEA3!117&authkey=!AOD7GgvnqnzZIuo&ithint=video%2cMOV
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on May 03, 2016, 03:45:42 PM
It no workie for me ??
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on May 03, 2016, 04:57:23 PM
More Footage

https://youtu.be/jnwkq0nN6Vs

https://youtu.be/d22YvI1XKa0

https://youtu.be/eedNYtp-RJ4

https://youtu.be/wva8WgQANUk

https://youtu.be/qIb1bJkXjpY




Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: SixGun on May 03, 2016, 06:30:34 PM
Saweet !!
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on May 04, 2016, 10:35:36 AM
My youtube channel has all of the videos from this weekend.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrp7Gao_kvip27dBGgM_n0w
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: rjtx667 on May 05, 2016, 09:50:44 AM
except there is no video of you doing a stoppie with keystone. Thats the video I wanted to see.  :laughing7: :headbang:
Title: Re: Spring Outing
Post by: KeystoneSmooth on May 05, 2016, 11:02:19 AM
Keystone was thoroughly abused. Chewed up tires, some more rash, I mean pin striping, and a healthy dose of throttle this time.