when?

[fulsizjeep]

Do you think you will draw some westerners to ECI? I sure would like to come one year.

What I would really groove on is to get one year where Krista and I do Moab, ECI, Ouray Invasion, Full Size Enchilada and the November AZFSJC experience. That would be a full size grand slam. :thumbsup:

[Casey]

Most likely the same weekend in June, Flint. More to come on that...

Yeah that would be quite the road trip! Talk about your 'ultimate adventure'! :cool:

[phatmax95]

Draw? You and any other westerner has always been welcome.

So, see you there?

[fulsizjeep]

http://www.tvacres.com/images/west2_quick_draw_mcgraw_gun.jpg
Quick Draw McGraw! :D

You know, draw, attract... somethin like that. ;) I know we are welcome. :) My butt does not welcome that drive from CO to NC and back. I would much rather work up a deal with a few people and ship a truck load of FSJs to ECI, fly out, have a blast, fly back, blah, blah, blah but I am dreaming and maybe not awake yet.

[ne715]

http://www.tvacres.com/images/west2_quick_draw_mcgraw_gun.jpg
Quick Draw McGraw! :D

You know, draw, attract... somethin like that. ;) I know we are welcome. :) My butt does not welcome that drive from CO to NC and back. I would much rather work up a deal with a few people and ship a truck load of FSJs to ECI, fly out, have a blast, fly back, blah, blah, blah but I am dreaming and maybe not awake yet.

Flint I bet you could get Sean to travel with ya in a convoy.:thumbsup: I can't even get ya to come to KS for a weekend of wheelin.

Pam

[fulsizjeep]

KS for a weekend? It is east of here.... Don't the Somali Pirates hang out there? ;) We know y'all make the long haul to Ouray after doing the marathon run for the Charger. Maybe it was the vertigo that followed, but that trip kicked my butt. I see y'all break your stuff when you go to KS. Do I really need to have that experience? :D

[ne715]

KS for a weekend? Yes or long weekend. It is east of here.... Don't the Somali Pirates hang out there? Yeah;) We know y'all make the long haul to Ouray after doing the marathon run for the Charger. Maybe it was the vertigo that followed, but that trip kicked my butt. I see y'all break your stuff when you go to KS. Do I really need to have that experience? OH H377 yeah!!:D

Hope that answers all your questions!!!:D
Sorry for the Hijack.

You didn't say if you would convoy with Sean though.

Pam

[Casey]

:whistle:

Hope that answers all your questions!!!:D
Sorry for the Hijack.

[fulsizjeep]

Questions answered... ;) I still don't know about KS.
If Sean had the proper insurance to cover the cargo - sure, I'd ship FSJs to ECI with him. :)

[Casey]

Questions answered... ;) I still don't know about KS.
If Sean had the proper insurance to cover the cargo - sure, I'd ship FSJs to ECI with him. :)
If you show to ECI I will have an FSJ for you to wheel the wee out of.

PROMISE!

[fulsizjeep]

If you show to ECI I will have an FSJ for you to wheel the wee out of.

PROMISE!Say now, you are talkin some sense... Sense from the madness? :huh: Who knows, this might just be the way to go. You show to Ouray we will have an FSJ for you to wheel the wee out of too Bro. :drivin: :thumbsup: :fsj: I got some work ahead of me for July. ;) Maybe we can get Ryan to pitch in once the Gladiator is rollin... This just might also be incentive to get the other 88 back on the road. :o

[janie]

This just might also be incentive to get the other 88 back on the road. :o


That would be kewl. Beachmaster looks like a sweet rig. Who knows, maybe after the 1st of the year I'll be ready to plunge behind the wheel of a GW.

Bill and I usually take vacation time with my family in June, but with a new baby due then (no not me you wiseacres) the trip may not happen.

We'll see what shakes, but it would be darn tootin cool for us to make the ECI. Never been to the Carolina's before. Rick, anyplace we could do some shootin?:D

[Casey]

That would be kewl. Beachmaster looks like a sweet rig. Who knows, maybe after the 1st of the year I'll be ready to plunge behind the wheel of a GW.

Bill and I usually take vacation time with my family in June, but with a new baby due then (no not me you wiseacres) the trip may not happen.

We'll see what shakes, but it would be darn tootin cool for us to make the ECI. Never been to the Carolina's before. Rick, anyplace we could do some shootin?:D
Janie, we shoot every ECI at the Uwharrie shooting range. Last year there was an M1 Garand being tested and I had a 1911 to share...go figure. If you show up I'll bring lots more.

'Flintlock Valley' is it's name and there is a $5 per day fee now. The range pass is for sale at the 'Outpost', the same place where one buys their trail passes.

I guess I need to find a cheap Waggy to use as a loaner. :cool:

Looks like the 10-13th of June at this point.

[fulsizjeep]

If we can pull this off, cheap is OK Rick as long as you know Krista will be driving. ;) I'll take shotgun with a smile. :thumbsup:

[Casey]

10-13 June at URE Badin Lake Group Camp. Camping Thurs/Fri/Sat nights. We always run our adopted trail for a clean up day on Sunday. The more the merrier.

As always, camping is free! :D

[fulsizjeep]

diggit :thumbsup: marking the calendar...

[2nd Day]

Im gonna forecast leave....dont know if Ill make it or not, sadly in an XJ, but hey...wheelins wheelin ya know?

I can rent a trailer on base, just need to find a truck :banghead: and get permission from the wife...

[rockin wagoneer]

what days is it gonna b

[phatmax95]

.

what days is it gonna b

10-13 June at URE Badin Lake Group Camp. Camping Thurs/Fri/Sat nights. We always run our adopted trail for a clean up day on Sunday. The more the merrier.

As always, camping is free! :D

[youngjeeper]

As usual, I'm planning on being there..hopefully NOT breaking anything this year. I've been going through the Jeep like crazy. Now I just need some 60's and I'll be set:rolleyes:

[chr1s]

diggit :thumbsup: marking the calendar...

...any truth to that?

[Casey]

...any truth to that?



:rolleyes: How 'bout you, pal!? :p

[fulsizjeep]

Due to some other priorities we have in front of us...
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I have to pull the plug on Moab in April...
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So I can be at ECI...
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diggit :cool:

[Battle_Wagon_NJ]

:rolleyes: How 'bout you, pal!? :p

:lol:

I can't speak for Chris, but we're coming. And planning on driving down a few days early to visit family in Durham and check out Jake's.

[RUparrothead]

I'd like to try to make it. My FSJ doesn't get 'wheeled, but I'm sure I can find an open seat somewhere. I've never been to URE, would there be room for tow rig/trailer parking?

[cajun_lad]

I'd like to try to make it. My FSJ doesn't get 'wheeled, but I'm sure I can find an open seat somewhere. I've never been to URE, would there be room for tow rig/trailer parking?

Plenty of parking. Alot of folks tow their rigs up there. Then again, alot of us drive our rigs up too. And there is always an open seat somewhere.

[Headhoncho]

As usual, I'm planning on being there..hopefully NOT breaking anything this year. I've been going through the Jeep like crazy. Now I just need some 60's and I'll be set:rolleyes:

Maybe you should let someone else drive then. ;) Also stay away from 4 foot high rocks too. :rolleyes:


JR

[Headhoncho]

:lol:

I can't speak for Chris, but we're coming. And planning on driving down a few days early to visit family in Durham and check out Jake's.

Who's "We". :rolleyes: Sounds like a good time. Are there any prizes? :hide:

Does one vehicle still qualify as a caravan?

At least I won't have to bring tools this time. :hide:


JR


JR

[chr1s]

:rolleyes: How 'bout you, pal!? :p

I think Ripleys Believe it or Not should be contacted at this point to cover my arrival. LOL


Quote:
Originally Posted by Casey
:rolleyes: How 'bout you, pal!? :p


:lol:

I can't speak for Chris, but we're coming.

Know anybody at Ripleys? :dancingbanana:


Due to some other priorities we have in front of us...
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I have to pull the plug on Moab in April...
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So I can be at ECI...
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diggit :cool:

:thumbsup:

Me... Im workin on it :grumble:

[youngjeeper]

Maybe you should let someone else drive then. ;) Also stay away from 4 foot high rocks too. :rolleyes:


JR

What's the fun in staying away? Gotta push it to the limit..Although, apparently I go beyond the limit. :drivin:

[cajun_lad]

Planning on being there this year. No unforeseen required attendance at a wedding in North Dakota withstanding, that is.

My hp d44 front, dana 60 rear swap is well underway. Just waiting on parts to roll in mostly. Should be driving the GW again by the end of the month. :drivin:

[ajshen]

I'll be there this year as well. Have not decieded if I will stay at the group camp or Arrowhead yet. Made a few upgrades to the Woody and looking forward to April 1st to see how the terrain looks like this year.

[Battle_Wagon_NJ]

At least I won't have to bring tools this time. :hide:


JR


JR

Good, and then I won't have to bring a tin of fresh home made cookies.

[Headhoncho]

Good, and then I won't have to bring a tin of fresh home made cookies.

That hit's me where it hurts the most. I may suggest a pie but space will be at a premium.
I forgot I will need tools for Jake's. I shouldn't need any tools for ECI as long as I don't blow any heater hoses at 11:30 pm Thurs.(when we always seem to show up). I may bring extra motor mounts and wheel bearings just in case. :thumbsup:


JR

[Casey]

That hit's me where it hurts the most. I may suggest a pie but space will be at a premium.
I forgot I will need tools for Jake's. I shouldn't need any tools for ECI as long as I don't blow any heater hoses at 11:30 pm Thurs.(when we always seem to show up). I may bring extra motor mounts and wheel bearings just in case. :thumbsup:


JR
And I'll bring a floor jack! :o

[TK421]

Just cleared it on the calendar, now I need to get this thing running.....

4ft rocks?

Uh, maybe i'll just be driving my J10 to ECI and watching this year as my rig is stock with 36 year sag....

but looking forward to meeting everyone!

Flint (THE NC ONE)

[phatmax95]

Just cleared it on the calendar, now I need to get this thing running.....

4ft rocks?

Uh, maybe i'll just be driving my J10 to ECI and watching this year as my rig is stock with 36 year sag....

but looking forward to meeting everyone!

Flint (THE NC ONE)

I think this is the rock in question..

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2421/3640096778_f2f50bbf26.jpg
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/phatmax95/3640096778/)http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/3640094578_8cbd67211c.jpg
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/phatmax95/3640094578/)


BUT, there are bypasses around most the real hard stuff. Stock waggies make it through most trails OK..

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2426/3639279905_1534d7cb07.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/phatmax95/3639279905/)

[fulsizjeep]

It would be nice to meet another Flint. :)

Big Rocks grow right out of the ground - sometimes when you least expect it.
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee184/jubileejeeps/09%20las%20cruces/day1bigeffinrock3.jpg
:D

[Headhoncho]

And I'll bring a floor jack! :o

I'm still bringing my same one. Used it every year so I'm not taking any chances.

I thought you'd be bringing extra front springs? :p


JR

[Headhoncho]

I think this is the rock in question..

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2421/3640096778_f2f50bbf26.jpg
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/phatmax95/3640096778/)


Yeah, that's the one. :eek: Me, I have more issue with hitting trees.



JR

[Green Giant]

I thought you'd be bringing extra front springs? :p



But that wasn't his fault!:rolleyes:
It was either the mud hole's fault or mine (I wasn't even there) depending on how sensitive he is when you ask him.
11787

[BRUTUS]

Dangit Flint... now you got me thinking about heading out there with Brutus!

It says 27 hours travel time.... midway would be right about... Columbia Missouri. If only I knew someone there that I could stay with.

Doing the math.... ($3.50/gal) * (1748 miles one way * 2) / (15mpg) = $816 in gas alone... assuming we average $3.50/gal and I can get 15mpg. WOW that is a little steep.

Maybe not this year.

[fulsizjeep]

Well, I started out thinking I might drive out myself but that would be asking too much considering my luck on broken FSJs lately. It would be a hoot to get a caravan to go East for ECI though.

[Casey]

But that wasn't his fault!:rolleyes:
It was either the mud hole's fault or mine (I wasn't even there) depending on how sensitive he is when you ask him.
11787
Oh brother. :rolleyes:


If you could figure out how to install a lift kit and keep your rig running you may have made it last year.

[Casey]

Dangit Flint... now you got me thinking about heading out there with Brutus!

It says 27 hours travel time.... midway would be right about... Columbia Missouri. If only I knew someone there that I could stay with.

Doing the math.... ($3.50/gal) * (1748 miles one way * 2) / (15mpg) = $816 in gas alone... assuming we average $3.50/gal and I can get 15mpg. WOW that is a little steep.

Maybe not this year.
We'll put you up. You can bunk with Flint.

Seriously. :)

[HOOT]

Well, I started out thinking I might drive out myself but that would be asking too much considering my luck on broken FSJs lately. It would be a hoot to get a caravan to go East for ECI though.

OK you talked me into it. I'm putting in for a vacation this week.

Any of you westerners need a place to crash in the Cincinnati area(Taylor Mill , KY actually) let me know.

[fulsizjeep]

OK you talked me into it. I'm putting in for a vacation this week.

Any of you westerners need a place to crash in the Cincinnati area(Taylor Mill , KY actually) let me know.

WOOT! to HOOT for planning to come to ECI! :thumbsup:

[Casey]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[vintagetrks]

Do they let folks from west of the Mississippi attend ECI? I might be intrested in going on a road trip in the jeep and showing the wife the East coast. Where does it take place?

[Casey]

Do they let folks from west of the Mississippi attend ECI? I might be intrested in going on a road trip in the jeep and showing the wife the East coast. Where does it take place?
At Uwharrie National Forest. About an hour and a half west Fayettenam.

It would be great to meet you in person and wax historic. :cool:

[chr1s]

It would be great to meat you in person

Ok, Im canceling my plans to attend, I will NOT be MEAT-ed in person by Casey :eek::eek:

:D

[Casey]

Ok, Im canceling my plans to attend, I will NOT be MEAT-ed in person by Casey :eek::eek:

:D
:eek:

:lol:

er that was a typo!

[rockin wagoneer]

all i have to say is the more ppl the better its just a blast untill u break something lol.

[jpsterluvr]

The wife and I plan to attend, Rick, when you get some fliers let me know I can post them at the local Four Wheel Parts

[Green Giant]

Rick, when you get some fliers let me know
:lol: :lol:


Don't hold your breath!

[phatmax95]

I'll post them up when I get some made..

[Green Giant]

I'll post them up when I get some made..
A mucho better idea.:thumbsup:

[pass45]

Dangit Flint... now you got me thinking about heading out there with Brutus!

It says 27 hours travel time.... midway would be right about... Columbia Missouri. If only I knew someone there that I could stay with.

Doing the math.... ($3.50/gal) * (1748 miles one way * 2) / (15mpg) = $816 in gas alone... assuming we average $3.50/gal and I can get 15mpg. WOW that is a little steep.

Maybe not this year. you might get 15mpg on the way there but your way home is all up hill i got 15 on the way to ouray last year and 19 on the way home

[rockin wagoneer]

Dangit Flint... now you got me thinking about heading out there with Brutus!

It says 27 hours travel time.... midway would be right about... Columbia Missouri. If only I knew someone there that I could stay with.

Doing the math.... ($3.50/gal) * (1748 miles one way * 2) / (15mpg) = $816 in gas alone... assuming we average $3.50/gal and I can get 15mpg. WOW that is a little steep.

Maybe not this year.
i dont know where gas is $3.50 a gal but ok

[backroadin']

$2.70 now in the northeast - maybe more this summer, and add 30 cents or so if ya gotta run super!
However, gas is always cheapest in the southeast isn't it? So some of the fill-ups won't be that painful! Bring a barrel and stock up for the ride home! :D :D

[rockin wagoneer]

ya see regular is only $2.40 or so are super is $2.65 a gal but ok

[novacayne75]

id like a round about date so i can plan a camp out that weekend for the wifie :D

[phatmax95]

id like a round about date so i can plan a camp out that weekend for the wifie :D

Check post 15..

[cajun_lad]

Check post 15..

Or the bottom of your sig. :rolleyes:

[phatmax95]

Or the bottom of your sig. :rolleyes:

Yeah, I was just explaining that the date was already posted.

[Casey]

$2.70 now in the northeast - maybe more this summer, and add 30 cents or so if ya gotta run super!
However, gas is always cheapest in the southeast isn't it? So some of the fill-ups won't be that painful! Bring a barrel and stock up for the ride home! :D :D
Fuel costs as compared to your neck of the woods would piss you off. I lived in NH for 8 years and remember the shock of gas prices in New England.

Gas is now up to $2.55 for regular and as much as 2.90 for super. Put 93 in the bike last weekend at 2.89 a gallon. We have actually had winter this year so that has to be part of higher fuel prices.

Regular was $2.20 just two weeks ago. :(

My brother made the trip from Concord, NH to my house (about the same as you to URE) in 18-20hrs?? He stopped in Baltimore and stayed with our sister to break the trip into two 8 or 9 hr days driving.

[fulsizjeep]

so, it is on still right? :p

[Green Giant]

so, it is on still right? :p
Not since we heard you were coming:D

[woodfar]

I have 76 j10 and would like to attend ECI. May not take truck onto but want to be there to see what goes on. Do I need to get a trail pass to attend and camp? Will be coming from Concord, NC and hope to learn alot over the weekend. See you'll there.

[phatmax95]

I have 76 j10 and would like to attend ECI. May not take truck onto but want to be there to see what goes on. Do I need to get a trail pass to attend and camp? Will be coming from Concord, NC and hope to learn alot over the weekend. See you'll there.

Check our site out, bunch of info on there: http://www.cfsjc.com/CFSJC/Blog/Blog.html

You will need a trail pass to drive your Jeep on the off road trails. You will need nothing (except a tent of course) to camp.

[RUparrothead]

I'm going to attend for sure. I can't make it until Friday evening, and will need to leave Sunday morning.

Looking forward to meeting everyone.

Question - is alcohol permitted at campsite, or is it a no-no? I enjoy a cold one by the fire, but want to play by the rules so I'm asking in advance.

[phatmax95]

Alcohol is not permitted anywhere on Forest Land.. which includes the campground.

[RUparrothead]

No problem...I just wanted to ask first....

I'll be camping, and bumming rides for the trails (mine is NOT a trail rig). Is there anything (other than food/camping supplies) that I should bring? Is there a pond/lake/streams for fishing?

[Casey]

Huge lake! Badin Lake has some of the best striper fishing inside the IBX! Lots to do in the forest. Bring your horses if you wish - coggins required of course. There are several horse camps, places to rent them etc...

Horses, 4wheelers/dirt bikes, power boats all have a home at URE!

[Green Giant]

Huge lake! Badin Lake has some of the best striper fishing inside the IBX! Lots to do in the forest. Bring your horses if you wish - coggins required of course. There are several horse camps, places to rent them etc...

Horses, 4wheelers/dirt bikes, power boats all have a home at URE!


Why, I am surprised at you! :eek: You failed to mention Flintlock Valley.

[RUparrothead]

Huge lake! Badin Lake has some of the best striper fishing inside the IBX! Lots to do in the forest. Bring your horses if you wish - coggins required of course. There are several horse camps, places to rent them etc...

Horses, 4wheelers/dirt bikes, power boats all have a home at URE!

Sweet. I love fishin' at night while camping. Thanks for the info!

[Casey]

Why, I am surprised at you! :eek: You failed to mention Flintlock Valley.
:o

I know, right.

Bring yer shootin' irons! Range is open 365 sun-up 'till sunset. 100yd rifle and 25+yard pistol. Bring your own targets and haul your own trash.
There is now a $3 a day range pass that can be purchased at the Eldorado outpost on Hwy 109 where the trail passes are sold.

The Outpost sells most everything you'll need except auto parts. They do, however, stock emergency things like J-B weld, BARS stop-leak etc... :cool:

Great folks there!

[Michael]

Stick to the "plan" Flint. 2011.... 2011 I am going to try to make it then.

[Tad]

Stick to the "plan" Flint. 2011.... 2011 I am going to try to make it then.
That is the plan :thumbsup:

[woodfar]

SEVEN DAYS, (7), (VII) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 days.:D;):):cool::thumbsup::drivin::dancingbanana:

Bump

[TK421]

no booze? bummer...striper fish'n woohoo!

[Casey]

TOMORROW!!!

Hope to see y'all there. :cool: ;) :) :D