2006 ECI...location and date [Archive] - International Full Size Jeep Association

Casey

11-03-2005, 01:48 PM

Hey, as you all know, Brandon is getting his wish and moving his family to Germany to serve our country. I know I speak for many when I send him our thanks for, not only the work he has done for us and the ECI, but for accepting the challenge of a military lifestyle and serving the good ol U.S.A..
Good luck Pachey's and thank you all.

I have volunteered to organize this years ECI with the knowledge that most of the ground work has been done.

So......this years ECI will be at Uwharrie Natl. Forest...June 2-4

This coming year will be as fun as the last few for sure. Granted URE aint that hard core, but there is enough to challenge all but the truly hard cases. In the future I will volunteer to organize this event at URE for the same weekend.

I got involved in this internet thing to meet y'all, not razz each other over the phone lines. I have made friends, with several people I met at URE over the last two years, and I hope to meet even more. Come on out and wheel it, or wax it *cough...Bob Davis*, hang out, camp out, shoot, fish, ride your 4wheeler. Bring the kids, grandma, dogs are supposed to be tied up, but welcome. The place has lots to offer.

I hope that all the vendors in the past that have had positive response to their participation, will again join us in papering Ryans Jeep. tongue.gif
This year however if we actually get some things to give away, only FSJ owners will win the products donated by the FSJ vendor. Sorry if it sounds elitist...but we are FSJ snobs after all. No 'yota owners winning Wagoneer tail gate pads etc...

The event is open to all members of this forum and their guests and any other sucker dumb enough to drive an FSJ. This is an FSJ event and thats what we all want to see. But if your Chero project is in the shed collecting dirt when the ECI comes 'round...wheel the family S-10 Blazer...none of us care.
I would also like to extend a welcome to S.O.R.A., 2ndDay's friends and club members that have done so much for this event...even though many of them drive...jap junk tongue.gif ...thank you all and we hope to see you in '06.

More to come as we get closer...

I hope to see y'all there.

[ January 05, 2006, 08:20 AM: Message edited by: Casey ]

2nd Day

11-03-2005, 10:10 PM

I would also like to extend a welcome to S.O.R.A., 2ndDay's friends and club members that have done so much for this event...even though many of them drive...jap junk ...thank you all and we hope to see you in '06.
HAHAHA, I am sure they will appreciate that. I really hope they keep on coming to this awesome event. Ill pass the info along to them.

Hey, as you all know, Brandon is getting his wish and moving his family to Germany to serve our country. I know I speak for many when I send him our thanks for, not only the work he has done for us and the ECI, but for accepting the challenge of a military lifestyle and serving the good ol U.S.A..
Good luck Pachey's and thank you all. Thanks for the kind words, its really just a coverup I had to create because of all the hate mail I got from planning this thing :D Good luck! Seriously, I might try to fly in for this next year...

A few questions Casey:

-How are people gonna sign up this year?

-June 2-5 is a Thursday-Saturday....can people stay till Sunday/Monday?

-Since its going to be at Uhwarrie, Group Camp again?

Let me know if I can help in any way, you got my stuff so that should get ya started :D ;) tongue.gif

YOU ARE THE MAN! :cool:

EDIT-Dont forget to list this in the events forum too please tongue.gif

Register for this event here: http://www.paradise.raleigh.nc.us/invasionsignup/

[ March 30, 2006, 08:02 AM: Message edited by: 2nd Day ]

Retro93

11-03-2005, 10:18 PM

Geee Brandon...I thought you had turned the reigns over to Casey. I'm wondering when you are going to butt out and let him make the decisions as to what is going to take place at the ECI. :confused: :rolleyes:

2nd Day

11-03-2005, 10:18 PM

Jan 06... smile.gif

Retro93

11-03-2005, 10:26 PM

Uh huh...I'm betting you will be constantly putting your two cents in for years to come. :rolleyes:

Casey

11-03-2005, 11:08 PM

Plenty of time left to post stuff about June. I dont have a web site of my own...yet. Still a noob to the mighty pc. However I will come up with a registration plan. I think that the group camp is perfect, plus it keeps all of us rif-raf together.

Folks should know that camping on the trail (free)is ok as well. There are plenty of great spots on the trail as well as the group camp. If you want some more privacy. No facilities on the trail, but very secluded...until every 4wheeler in NC goes down the trail at 03:00. Last year there was still plenty of room in the group camp.

Like I said there is alot of time to work out details and get our rigs ready. Suggestions, other than...have it somewhere else...are welcome.

[ November 04, 2005, 06:09 AM: Message edited by: Casey ]

Jeepguyp

11-04-2005, 01:12 AM

Hey, 2nd day!!! Clean out your PM box. Hate to use this thread,but your box was full!! Buzz me about this Th400 and Low-range.----looking forward to the ECI, hope I can drive the blue one, Casey.---Parrish

mudslider

11-04-2005, 02:32 AM

Originally posted by 2nd Day:

-June 2-5 is a Thursday-Saturday
not on the 2006 calendar.

[ November 29, 2005, 04:00 PM: Message edited by: mudslider ]

youngjeeper

11-04-2005, 07:12 AM

Since we can't say anything about the location i'll say this: :rolleyes: .

Now the dates, Yea weekends definetly work better!

Carl Rasmussen

11-09-2005, 07:44 AM

Originally posted by Retro93:
Uh huh...I'm betting you will be constantly putting your two cents in for years to come. :rolleyes: yeah but in Germany that would be 0.0156 euros :D

Retro93

11-10-2005, 10:58 AM

Originally posted by Carl Rasmussen:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Retro93:
Uh huh...I'm betting you will be constantly putting your two cents in for years to come. :rolleyes: yeah but in Germany that would be 0.0156 euros :D [/QUOTE]Net effect is the same. :rolleyes:

mudslider

11-29-2005, 08:58 AM

post edited. the 2-5 are friday through monday on the 2006 calendar. so those dates are great.

gasaholic

12-07-2005, 12:29 PM

Originally posted by Casey:

Come on out and wheel it, or wax it *cough...Bob Davis*,
Whats he talking about Bob?...

FSJ-Earl

12-12-2005, 09:40 AM

Where exaclty is Uwharrie Natl. Forest? For us Yankees up here in PA!

2nd Day

12-12-2005, 10:38 AM

Map out Troy, NC.

chr1s

01-03-2006, 05:46 AM

Originally posted by FSJ-Earl:
Where exaclty is Uwharrie Natl. Forest? For us Yankees up here in PA!Im hoping to make it this year, maybe we can get a nice PA, NJ, DE caravan together. Maybe meet up with those coming from further north too...

jeepnhal

01-03-2006, 10:21 AM

i would definitely convoy with you guys.thatd be cool .noone from around the northeast went last year except me

CLEATUS

01-03-2006, 10:30 AM

Originally posted by chr1s:
Im hoping to make it this year, maybe we can get a nice PA, NJ, DE caravan together. Maybe meet up with those coming from further north too...[/QB]dont forget MD

tkiller13

01-03-2006, 06:01 PM

Lets get OHIO in this Pa,NJ,DE,MD caravan.

FSJ-Earl

01-03-2006, 11:37 PM

UGGGGG!!!! June 2 - 4, I still have school and we are not allowed to take off the last 10 days of school! I guess I will be missing out this year.

collard

01-04-2006, 12:38 AM

im psych'ed, anyone from WNC that wants to ride out together?

mudslider

01-04-2006, 02:56 AM

148 days and counting to get your fsj ready.

dptyrob

01-04-2006, 05:08 AM

Originally posted by collard:
im psych'ed, anyone from WNC that wants to ride out together?Yep, I'd like to go. I'll just have to see how my work schedule and $$ are when we get a little closer.

youngjeeper

01-04-2006, 05:45 AM

I hope to be there, If I can get my Jeep rebuilt in time :rolleyes:

chr1s

01-04-2006, 07:21 AM

Originally posted by tkiller13:
Lets get OHIO in this Pa,NJ,DE,MD caravan.ok anybody North of the Mason Dixon and East of the Mississippi :D lets meet up, then as we head south just keep adding on more and more FSJs. Look like one big biker gang, cept in FSJs tongue.gif

tkiller13

01-04-2006, 11:23 AM

How many of you are driving your jeep there? Ill be pulling mine on a trailer.

mudslider

01-04-2006, 12:00 PM

ill be most likely trailering mine as well as i dont think that 4.88 gears on a worn out 304 will make it twice there and back.

jlewis

01-04-2006, 04:42 PM

If you head down US29 or I-95 through VA, I will ride with you Yankees. You would should best go down US29 because people fly down 95 and since we would be doing a convoy it just might screw up the flow of cars going down I-95. If you do decide to hop over to US29 from I-95 you can pick me up at the Quarles gas station in Culpeper.

jlewis

01-04-2006, 04:56 PM

I will be driving mine down. I think it is going to take me about 4 1/2 hrs. Because it took me 5 hrs to get to Rockingham in my J-10.

akennedy1984

01-05-2006, 08:45 AM

I hope to be attending if I get all the quirks worked on in the chief.

collard

01-05-2006, 10:11 AM

Originally posted by dptyrob:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by collard:
im psych'ed, anyone from WNC that wants to ride out together?Yep, I'd like to go. I'll just have to see how my work schedule and $$ are when we get a little closer.[/QUOTE]Keep me informed on how it's going.

Green Giant

01-05-2006, 04:01 PM

Originally posted by chr1s:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by tkiller13:
Lets get OHIO in this Pa,NJ,DE,MD caravan.ok anybody North of the Mason Dixon and East of the Mississippi :D lets meet up, then as we head south just keep adding on more and more FSJs. Look like one big biker gang, cept in FSJs tongue.gif [/QUOTE]I can see the headlines now:
Hoard of FSJs suck every east coast gas station dry as they head south!
Ya'll probably have to take a different route back north cause they won't have time to re-supply. :D

Green Giant

01-05-2006, 04:06 PM

Originally posted by akennedy1984:
I hope to be attending if I get all the quirks worked on in the chief.If it runs, bring it.
You'll have quirks as long as you own it, they were designed into them, sort of like the gremlins in the old Bugs Bunny cartoons from WWII.
Hey, come to think of it, Willys and Kaiser plants built vehicles and ships during that war, so they may BE gremlins. Would explain alot.

chr1s

01-05-2006, 11:16 PM

Originally posted by Green Giant:
I can see the headlines now:
Hoards of FSJs suck every east coast gas station dry as they head south...
Hey man, thats why its called the East Coast INVASION *insert sinister laugh* :cool:

dptyrob

01-06-2006, 01:00 AM

Originally posted by collard:
Keep me informed on how it's going.[/QUOTE]

Will do.

I know it's blasphemy, but I'm pickup up a samurai and may tow it down behind the Wagoneer if I have it ready in time. smile.gif

Casey

01-06-2006, 02:56 AM

Originally posted by dptyrob:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by collard:
Keep me informed on how it's going.[/QUOTE]Will do.

I know it's blasphemy, but I'm pickup up a samurai and may tow it down behind the Wagoneer if I have it ready in time. smile.gif [/QUOTE]

dptyrob, bring it...stuff happens. My neighbor Fred "Big Daddy" Anderson rode with me in my wife's ZJ in '04...last year he brought his kid and their 'Zuk...

shown here on Dutch John...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v189/rcasey/ECIJune2005052.jpg

Now Fred has an '86 GW and a SWEET '78 4 door Chero with a T-18!

marine02

01-06-2006, 06:48 PM

I will be back from Iraq in a little over a month, the plan is to find a house and get my Wag hooked up. It hasnt ran since Feb 2004 when I left for Afghanistan. So hopefully I can have it up and running in time for the ECI.

Casey

01-08-2006, 01:28 AM

Originally posted by marine02:
I will be back from Iraq in a little over a month, the plan is to find a house and get my Wag hooked up. It hasnt ran since Feb 2004 when I left for Afghanistan. So hopefully I can have it up and running in time for the ECI.When you get back, we should have a W.O.T. to get you ready.

Give a shout when you are headed back to the world. ;)

dptyrob

01-08-2006, 09:22 AM

Originally posted by Casey:

dptyrob, bring it...stuff happens. My neighbor Fred "Big Daddy" Anderson rode with me in my wife's ZJ in '04...last year he brought his kid and their 'Zuk...

shown here on Dutch John...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v189/rcasey/ECIJune2005052.jpg

Now Fred has an '86 GW and a SWEET '78 4 door Chero with a T-18!Those things are a hoot, and that one is the same color as the one I had and the one I just got. I really hope to have this one going in time. It'll be interesting to see what kind of engine I wind up putting in it.
:D

Green Giant

01-08-2006, 09:57 AM

Originally posted by dptyrob:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Casey:

dptyrob, bring it...stuff happens. My neighbor Fred "Big Daddy" Anderson rode with me in my wife's ZJ in '04...last year he brought his kid and their 'Zuk...

shown here on Dutch John...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v189/rcasey/ECIJune2005052.jpg

Now Fred has an '86 GW and a SWEET '78 4 door Chero with a T-18!Those things are a hoot, and that one is the same color as the one I had and the one I just got. I really hope to have this one going in time. It'll be interesting to see what kind of engine I wind up putting in it.
:D [/QUOTE]I was behind "Big Daddy" on a couple of trails, and it was a hoot. 3 grown men in a stock Zuki on street tires. They had to get a running start and bounce over some obstacles. Kept expecting the back seat passenger to land on my hood a few times. :D

Casey

01-11-2006, 01:18 AM

Look at the difference... :eek:

http://www.fullsizejeeps.com/jeeps/files/Users/casey/ggdutchjohn.jpg

the Chief takes up the whole trail!
Todd's rig did awesome on the trails and he proved that an FSJ can do plenty of the trails without too much body damage. It's stock and sits on 31" BFG A/T's.

[ January 11, 2006, 08:19 AM: Message edited by: Casey ]

bowtieman55

01-11-2006, 10:34 AM

I've only been on this board for a day, and I am already totally stoked about going! I've never done any wheeling before (besides muddin' in the Suburban), so yall don't laugh at me too hard. I'll try to have the Jeep Heap "ready" for it. Any suggestions for a new 'wheeler? Please feel free to leave me Private Messages, Emails, whatever...I just wanna be part of the "in crowd". LOL tongue.gif

nsanebiker

01-13-2006, 10:01 AM

When are you guys planning on heading down?? I haven't decided whether I am driving the Wag or towing it. I would like to join the caravan headed down if I drive.

bowtieman55

01-15-2006, 12:33 PM

Since this will be my first outing, what stuff should I bring to be prepared?

bowtieman55

01-15-2006, 12:34 PM

hmm...can't get that image to work on my sig

Casey

01-15-2006, 10:57 PM

Originally posted by bowtieman55:
Since this will be my first outing, what stuff should I bring to be prepared?Just the usual stuff, camping gear, recovery equiptment (tow strap etc...) food, drinking water. I highly recomend a spare tire and the stuff you would need to change one on the trail ;) $5 a day for your trail pass, or $30 for the season. Wife, kids, dog, guns, (if you want to go to the range) I took 5 last year and never made it to the range.

If you ask Quadra-Clint he'll say "don't forget the t.v."....if you ask the War Wagon they will say, "one of everything"...GAWag would say, "every tool you can fit on a 6x10 trailer".

Oh and a roll of toilet paper, just in case Ryan brings his new Jeep tongue.gif

youngjeeper

01-15-2006, 11:45 PM

Originally posted by Casey:
Oh and a roll of toilet paper, just in case Ryan brings his new Jeep tongue.gif [/QB]:D

bowtieman55

01-16-2006, 03:24 AM

hmm...I'm gonna email you later on Casey...maybe you can give me a complete breakdown of things I should take...including a trailer? Is there lodging or will I be sleeping in the back of the Jeep? Restrooms? Just curious, don't wanna go unprepared. Thanks guys!
Earl

88GWSteve

01-16-2006, 05:35 AM

Hey, if anyone can get me any specific details on this, send me an email. I'd love to make this my 1st off roading expirience.

bowtieman55

01-16-2006, 07:02 AM

mine too Steve...we'll be the newbies together

chr1s

01-16-2006, 07:22 AM

Originally posted by 88GWSteve:
Hey, if anyone can get me any specific details on this, send me an email. I'd love to make this my 1st off roading expirience.Hey there, SLINKY is in Delaware somewhere.

I hope to be part of the "N.E.Corridor Caravan" heading down there.
When it gets a little closer we must plan a giant FSJ meet and greet for people in this neck of the woods.

Green Giant

01-16-2006, 11:02 AM

Group camp in a National forest. Tent, trailer, or Jeep camping, they have toilets and showers, you bring any and everything else you need.
Alcohol is *ahem* technically against the rules, you will be fined if you are caught by a ranger.
Trail rides from mild to wild are formed several times of the day or night.
Trail/NFS guide here:

Uwharrie Website (http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/recreation/uwharrie/)

You new guys have to bring & cook dinner for everyone on Saturday night.
Just kidding about that part. :D
My 1st time was last year, but I will be there from now on.
Oh, and if anyone with the last name Casey (more than one) comes around, keep your eye on your ride or it could go missing parts. tongue.gif

bowtieman55

01-16-2006, 11:41 AM

lol...thanks for the info and link GG. much appreciated...(didn't know if YOUR name is Todd Moon or if that is just a quote). nevermind LOL

MAN I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS!

bowtieman55

01-16-2006, 11:43 AM

do you need alot of flex and travel for the trails?

Casey

01-16-2006, 01:08 PM

Originally posted by bowtieman55:
do you need alot of flex and travel for the trails?Not really. The best thing you can have is some aggressive tires, and some body protection. Stock wagons do well but get a bit dinged up. Even the easy trails can provide nice dents in places.
I plan on bringing my Chief with a SOA and shackle flip, 4.10's, lock-lights, 34" Swamper LTB's (hopefully be on a 36" TSL by then). Last year I had some P235 Tiger Paw radials on an open diffed GW. I had a lift kit on it though tongue.gif

We should have a shake down run after URE opens ;)

bowtieman55

01-16-2006, 01:42 PM

The best thing you can have is some aggressive tires, and some body protection. Stock wagons do well but get a bit dinged up. Even the easy trails can provide nice dents in places.
I plan on bringing my Chief with a SOA and shackle flip, 4.10's, lock-lights, 34" Swamper LTB's (hopefully be on a 36" TSL by then). Last year I had some P235 Tiger Paw radials on an open diffed GW. I had a lift kit on it though tongue.gif

We should have a shake down run after URE opens ;) [/QB][/QUOTE]

lol...I might just have me a lift kit by then tongue.gif
I ain't scared of a little "body damage"...gotta remember, it's my $100 truck. :D I am SOO looking forward to having a good time. My plan is to get some 33" Goodyear MTRs...Project
"Jeep Heap" wants so badly to be like the Suburban...LMAO

Casey

01-16-2006, 07:29 PM

Have sawzall!? :D

[ January 17, 2006, 02:30 AM: Message edited by: Casey ]

Bob Davis '80 Chero

01-16-2006, 11:10 PM

Originally posted by gasaholic:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Casey:

Come on out and wheel it, or wax it *cough...Bob Davis*,
Whats he talking about Bob?...[/QUOTE]Gee, I'm behind in my reading, I need to go to work more. Ralph he must be talking about you! :D You know I'm not much on the wax thing :rolleyes: .

bowtieman55

01-17-2006, 10:23 AM

I just hope my rag...err Wag will make it up there and back

Green Giant

01-17-2006, 11:18 PM

Not really. The best thing you can have is some aggressive tires, and some body protection. Stock wagons do well but get a bit dinged up. Even the easy trails can provide nice dents in places. Two styles here:
Casey's Style : Get in the throttle, close your eyes and just bounce off any trees, rocks, or banks that happen to be anywhere near the trail.
:eek:
GG and most everyone else style: : Pick your line for the best way through, around, or over an obstacle, without getting stuck or suffering damage.

:D

(I came away last year with only a minor dent on the bottom of my right rear rocker that isn't visible unless you look for it, and I wrapped my tailpipe around the rear axle, but that was mostly because I knew it was loose and didn't repair it before hand.)

Many a stock waggy or J-truck hit the trails last year.

Green Giant

01-17-2006, 11:21 PM

I forgot, one other style.
Bob Davis/Gasoholic Style: Park 'em in the field and polish 'em.
tongue.gif
(Never did figure out how Bob drove in on gravel roads and still didn't have a speck of dust on his truck?) :rolleyes:
:D

Casey

01-18-2006, 01:27 AM

Originally posted by Green Giant:
<blockquote>quote:<hr /> Not really. The best thing you can have is some aggressive tires, and some body protection. Stock wagons do well but get a bit dinged up. Even the easy trails can provide nice dents in places. Two styles here:
Casey's Style : Get in the throttle, close your eyes and just bounce off any trees, rocks, or banks that happen to be anywhere near the trail.
:eek:
GG and most everyone else style: : Pick your line for the best way through, around, or over an obstacle, without getting stuck or suffering damage.

:D

(I came away last year with only a minor dent on the bottom of my right rear rocker that isn't visible unless you look for it, and I wrapped my tailpipe around the rear axle, but that was mostly because I knew it was loose and didn't repair it before hand.)

Many a stock waggy or J-truck hit the trails last year.[/QUOTE]:eek: :confused: I don't close my eyes! :D

gasaholic

01-18-2006, 03:12 AM

Originally posted by Green Giant:
I forgot, one other style.
Bob Davis/Gasoholic Style: Park 'em in the field and polish 'em.
tongue.gif
(Never did figure out how Bob drove in on gravel roads and still didn't have a speck of dust on his truck?) :rolleyes:
:D Hehe... Glad you noticed us there.... we must have been on the "other trails" while you were on "Dutch John".....right Bob? smile.gif

bowtieman55

01-18-2006, 12:41 PM

is it normal to sleep in the back of your Jeep at this type of event? I don't wanna be the "REALLY weird one"

Casey

01-18-2006, 01:31 PM

Originally posted by bowtieman55:
is it normal to sleep in the back of your Jeep at this type of event? I don't wanna be the "REALLY weird one"Some folks do. I have slept in my XJ there a couple of times.

As for being the REALLY weird one... tongue.gif

bowtieman55

01-18-2006, 01:57 PM

:D thanks SOOOO much Casey...I'm feeling the love. :rolleyes:

2nd Day

01-18-2006, 09:53 PM

Ok, im offended...what about my style? Limp to event, park in feild and limp home.

I am still hoping to make it back this year....we will see...

Casey

01-18-2006, 10:35 PM

Originally posted by 2nd Day:
Ok, im offended...what about my style? Limp to event, park in feild and limp home.

I am still hoping to make it back this year....we will see...I noticed "limp" is the operative word.

You will be missed Brandon. I'm sure someone will miss you.

This is just too easy..... tongue.gif

BTW, I recently learned how to take apart those odd steering columns, and there is nothing wrong with your rear window motor. The glass has come off the track. The blue tarp is working just fine.
;)

Bob Davis '80 Chero

01-18-2006, 10:43 PM

Originally posted by gasaholic:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Green Giant:
I forgot, one other style.
Bob Davis/Gasoholic Style: Park 'em in the field and polish 'em.
tongue.gif
(Never did figure out how Bob drove in on gravel roads and still didn't have a speck of dust on his truck?) :rolleyes:
:D Hehe... Glad you noticed us there.... we must have been on the "other trails" while you were on "Dutch John".....right Bob? smile.gif [/QUOTE]Errr. Yea, you're right. That 109 trail is a real challenge, what with the bugs and all! :D

paddyp

01-19-2006, 09:44 AM

I might actually be able to make it...I'm set to deploy the following week, so I might be there.

paddyp

01-19-2006, 09:47 AM

Originally posted by Green Giant:
I forgot, one other style.
Bob Davis/Gasoholic Style: Park 'em in the field and polish 'em.
tongue.gif
(Never did figure out how Bob drove in on gravel roads and still didn't have a speck of dust on his truck?) :rolleyes:
:D Don't forget the paddyp style: Break your t-case on a rock the first day and JB weld it back together for the trip home :D

mudslider

01-19-2006, 10:47 AM

paddyp also dont forget almost falling off a steep hill. :D :D

Casey

01-19-2006, 11:37 AM

Originally posted by paddyp:
I might actually be able to make it...I'm set to deploy the following week, so I might be there.Great news Paddy! Hope to see you actually wheeling tongue.gif

Green Giant

01-20-2006, 12:27 AM

Originally posted by mudslider:
paddyp also dont forget almost falling off a steep hill. :D :D We won't talk about where and how you broke. :rolleyes:

paddyp

01-20-2006, 12:46 AM

Originally posted by Green Giant:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by mudslider:
paddyp also dont forget almost falling off a steep hill. :D :D We won't talk about where and how you broke. :rolleyes: [/QUOTE]Which time? :D

dptyrob

01-20-2006, 12:57 AM

That gave me a good laugh. Thanks. :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v189/rcasey/ECIJune2005052.jpg
http://www.fullsizejeeps.com/jeeps/files/Users/casey/ggdutchjohn.jpg

78J10honcho

01-22-2006, 10:01 AM

I am SO pumped about the ECI, this will be my first time, I am still deciding whether to bring the j-truck or the chief, the j10 won't see any trails, maybe Bob can show me some waxing techniques, so i am trying to have the chero ready so I can bring her instead and have some fun on the trails, hopefully i will have the lift installed by then too smile.gif

78J10honcho

01-22-2006, 10:04 AM

??, is there a specific campground we will be using?

2nd Day

01-23-2006, 12:21 AM

Uwharrie Group Camp is where the event is held.

Casey

01-23-2006, 12:26 AM

Originally posted by 2nd Day:
Uwharrie Group Camp is where the event is held.Yeah, what he said. ;)

War Wagon

01-23-2006, 03:50 AM

Casey, I finally got the viedo of you, the Zuke, and Zack going up Dutch John onto the computer. I tried to e-mail it to you but the file is too big. I will try to get Zack to help me when he comes home next time.

Jim

bowtieman55

01-23-2006, 08:54 AM

Uwharrie Hunt Camp? I didn't see a Uwharrie Group Camp. :confused:

Green Giant

01-23-2006, 09:17 AM

Bowtie
Look wnw from the hunt camp towards the lake. Kinda across the road from the Badin Lake camp.

Jeepguyp

01-23-2006, 12:01 PM

what is the date???(ECI) And tell me more of the Meet and Greet,please---Parrish

Casey

01-23-2006, 12:20 PM

Originally posted by jeepguyp:
what is the date???(ECI) And tell me more of the Meet and Greet,please---Parrish ......this years ECI will be at Uwharrie Natl. Forest...June 2-4
From page one tongue.gif

We're trying to work out the date of the m&g now.

Jeepguyp

01-24-2006, 12:15 PM

Thanx----------P

Carl Rasmussen

01-31-2006, 05:27 AM

I hope to have the Chief there in all its 4.0 1 ton glory.
But if not the J10 will do

Jeepguyp

02-07-2006, 11:19 AM

4.0 glory? Well, at least it is not Chevy power...yuck

bowtieman55

02-07-2006, 01:11 PM

ehem...that ain't right...

Casey

02-08-2006, 04:45 AM

Originally posted by jeepguyp:
4.0 glory? Well, at least it is not Chevy power...yuckI do recall a certain article, where a certain J-10 owner said he, "would never have an AMC engine". Now I know he's going to say it's a Chrysler 4.0, but take a really good look at that motor and it has AMC writen all over it. Finally coming to your senses eh Carl! tongue.gif :D

*casey hides the Iwanna with the TBI 454-4L80 ad circled*

collard

02-08-2006, 12:51 PM

The Iwanna is an addiction

dawghauler

02-10-2006, 11:20 AM

is there going to be any preregistration (sp) for this year? need more updates.

Casey

02-10-2006, 02:31 PM

Yes. There is plenty of time left. I'm trying not to kill everyone with info and posts. Keep looking, it is going to happen.

Jay Rayfield

02-12-2006, 04:45 AM

Originally posted by collard:
im psych'ed, anyone from WNC that wants to ride out together?Where are you located? Im in Kings mtn.
I would love to join you guys this year. I'm hoping I have most of the projects on my truck done by then.

Green Giant

02-12-2006, 05:05 AM

Jay, joining us in Concord in 2 weeks?
Carolina meet & greet thread (http://www.ifsja.org/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=4;t=000716;p=1)

2nd Day

02-12-2006, 03:36 PM

Please dont use the preregistration link from last year, I got an email from one person that did. smile.gif

worn4wd

02-14-2006, 12:44 PM

the caravan sounds good i'll be towing,the 86 looses oil pressure at extended hiway speed,the 79 if it's redy in time will be untested, and therfor untrusted.
has anyone started to set up meeting points,if so let me know when yuo expect to meet in baltimore,or nearby.

GrayGhost

02-14-2006, 01:19 PM

I'm coming up from the Tampa area. Is there anyone else going up from down here?

Casey

02-15-2006, 01:20 AM

Sycho15 is from the Tampa area...not sure of his plans..though he has been to the other ECI's.

collard

02-16-2006, 05:22 PM

Originally posted by Jay Rayfield:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by collard:
im psych'ed, anyone from WNC that wants to ride out together?Where are you located? Im in Kings mtn.
I would love to join you guys this year. I'm hoping I have most of the projects on my truck done by then.[/QUOTE]I'm near the Asheville/Hendersonville area. Where is Kings Mtn.?

Green Giant

02-17-2006, 01:37 AM

Collard, I would imagine you would take I40 east. But if you took I26 to I85, Kings Mtn is on I85 at the NC/SC border.

mudslider

02-17-2006, 07:51 AM

i aint read this post in awhile

Originally posted by paddyp:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Green Giant:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by mudslider:
paddyp also dont forget almost falling off a steep hill. :D :D We won't talk about where and how you broke. :rolleyes: [/QUOTE]Which time? :D [/QUOTE]hardy har har. LOL i only broke once. the tree and i just had a disagreement but i wasnt broke on that one. :D :D

im just glad noone was there to see me almost fall off a steep hill "IN 4X4", yup it happened on my first trial ride out. i wasnt caught BWAAAAA HA HA HA. had a tree save me and a whole lot of gas pedal.

cajun_lad

02-18-2006, 04:23 AM

i was there last year with an 86 s10. remember the one...pinkish with a chopped top. well i stepped up and bought my buddy cam's 78 cherokee. hope to be there this year.

2nd Day

02-18-2006, 05:05 AM

Thats the spirit, welcome to the board by the way! 78 is the best year!

Casey

02-19-2006, 10:19 AM

Originally posted by cajun_lad:
i was there last year with an 86 s10. remember the one...pinkish with a chopped top. well i stepped up and bought my buddy cam's 78 cherokee. hope to be there this year.Thats a pretty sweet Jeep Cam had.

Green Giant

02-19-2006, 11:00 AM

Cam the guy in the Navy that was at the M&G in the fall?

Casey

02-19-2006, 01:30 PM

Yeah paddyp's buddy, with the n/t rhino lined lookin' thing on LTB's.

myndcrym

02-19-2006, 01:52 PM

He sold it?

Casey

02-20-2006, 12:22 AM

cajun_lad

02-20-2006, 01:58 AM

Yeah Jer, he sold it. So I'm gonna try and make it to the ECI in Cam's memory, just kidding. But I had such a blast last year, I really want to make it again this year.

grand_wag_85

02-20-2006, 08:28 AM

Don't mean to but in, but what are the trails like?

Ok, so I did the mapquest to Troy, NC. So how far away is Uwharrie?

I'm up for the whole convoy thing too :D

[ February 20, 2006, 03:52 PM: Message edited by: grand_wag_85 ]

Casey

02-20-2006, 12:53 PM

Troy is ten miles or so away. Just follow NC Hwy 9 to Eldorado and the outpost. Pick up your trail passes ($5 a day) and get a map. The trails are mild to difficult in places. Most stock rigs can do every trail out there. They might get a little banged up but they will make the tough trails. Your rock buggy type rigs can be challenged in a few spots as well, but not too much. The trails will be listed by their rating in a thread when we get closer.

grand_wag_85

02-20-2006, 01:05 PM

Cool, I'm going to presume there will be a place to camp, is it free/cheap?

Lazarus

02-20-2006, 05:02 PM

is bjs picking up the bill again?

Casey

02-20-2006, 11:41 PM

Originally posted by Lazarus:
is bjs picking up the bill again?Not sure yet Ian, the Hart's are going to be parents any time now. He has quite a bit on his mind.
After the grief they took last year...

:confused:

Stay tuned

mudslider

02-21-2006, 08:49 AM

i didnt know they were gonna be parents. cool, congrats ryan. i hope they do sponser it though.

staying tuned..

2nd Day

02-27-2006, 10:24 PM

I got permission from the wife last night to go if I can make it work!!!!

Woohoo! Now I just need to figure out how to get there.

Casey

03-01-2006, 03:57 PM

Originally posted by mudslider:
i didnt know they were gonna be parents. cool, congrats ryan. i hope they do sponser it though.

staying tuned..Why? Curious here, but why do you hope they sponsor it?

mudslider

03-01-2006, 11:13 PM

i heard it cost quite alot for the group camp spot is why i was hoping. either way i hope they are there. we need as many as we can get ya know. even if i have to pay for it its no big deal. how much would it cost individuals for the weekend at the park? anyways i just got told that i might not be going this year. our base is having some inspection going on ECI time. and the no-leave policy is in effect during the inspection. they sent it up to our chief to see if i can go b/c i forecasted it like soon as i got back from the sand box. i have put alot of money into getting my truck ready for the ECI so im hoping they let me take leave to go with it. im crossing my fingers. all i can do is wait now for my leave to be approved or disapproved.

[ March 02, 2006, 07:17 AM: Message edited by: mudslider ]

2nd Day

03-02-2006, 12:03 AM

I really need to forecast mine....

mudslider

03-02-2006, 01:17 AM

well i got an update. IM DENIED. get lots of pics for me yall.

Carl Rasmussen

03-02-2006, 10:38 AM

Originally posted by 2nd Day:
I got permission from the wife last night to go if I can make it work!!!!

Woohoo! Now I just need to figure out how to get there.Swim...... :D

2nd Day

03-03-2006, 06:02 AM

Carl, only if you meet me halfway!

crooked1

03-05-2006, 11:04 AM

Gonna try real hard to get there this year. Should be bringing a couple car loads with me. Is anyone going to freak out and torch my Commander if we bring it along with my Chief?

grand_wag_85

03-05-2006, 08:28 PM

Originally posted by crooked1:
Gonna try real hard to get there this year. Should be bringing a couple car loads with me. Is anyone going to freak out and torch my Commander if we bring it along with my Chief?It's all how you wheel it tongue.gif

Green Giant

03-06-2006, 05:07 AM

Originally posted by grand_wag_85:
<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by crooked1:
Gonna try real hard to get there this year. Should be bringing a couple car loads with me. Is anyone going to freak out and torch my Commander if we bring it along with my Chief?It's all how you wheel it tongue.gif [/QUOTE]Not if you tow the Commander with the Chief. :D

2nd Day

03-30-2006, 01:02 AM

Rod2

04-17-2006, 12:39 PM

For you Newbies, looking forward to meeting you. Speaking of which, Casey/Brandon: Have either of you considered ID tags/stick-ons/badges or whatever to identify us on sight so we can match faces to web monikers and/or real names and vehicles. I get a real kick from reading the posts, and some of them are so funny and pertinate that I want to meet the authors in person. Some form of ID would really help. Yeah, I know some "post-ers" would like to remain anonymous, and that's OK. But even a few would make for more comraderie, I think.

As for trail difficulty, Newbies, I run a stock J4000 pick-up with 31's and open diffs on the mild trail with no problem--mostly in 2HI-- and still have lots of fun. (I offered to pre-run for Bob D. but he still wouldn't take his shiney Honcho out.) Maybe this year. Huh, Bob?