July 11-13, 2007 ~ Ouray FSJ Invasion [Archive] - International Full Size Jeep Association

fulsizjeep

09-20-2006, 09:27 PM

1/2/07 UPDATE

July 11, 12 & 13 - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for trail runs. Be in Ouray by Tuesday to catch runs beginning Wednesday. This will work best for folks with kids in school. We are still on for folks dropping in our home in Mancos, CO on July 9 & 10 with at least one local Mancos trail ride on Monday the 9th.

NOTE: There is at least one requirement we make for those who join us for the trail rides. You must have a low range transfer case on your vehicle. We take absolutely no responsibility for anyone who ventures to the mountain trails without a low range transfer case in their vehicle.

For 2007, we invade the San Juan Mountains with our FSJs all over again! Please plan to be in Ouray by Tuesday evening (July 10). We will be trail riding Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. There is the option stay another day and get together for a ride on Saturday as well. The socially acceptable FSJ place to camp is at the Ouray KOA. All sites are now open to all who call. Krista and I have site 47A reserved again this year. We are also holding site 47D in our name . 47D is the social gathering place for camp fire meetings. Anyone who wants 47D can contact us.

Since we are not sure how long everyone might be able to stay, be sure and let KOA know which day you plan to depart. It is pretty laid back in the back by the aspens and only a short walk to the bathroom and showers. You are responsible to get and pay for your sites if you stay at the KOA or anywhere else. The best bet is to determine if you can make it to the 2007 Ouray FSJ Invasion and reserve early. Please remember: if you cancel less than 48 hours before your arrival date, you pay Dave for at least two nights any way. There is a change in reservations for 2007. They will charge your credit card for 1 night for each reservation you make. You bill with KOA is your responsibility. Here is the KOA web site: OURAY KOA (http://www.rver.com/parkdetail.asp?parkid=1) You can reserve a site by the Internet HERE (http://www.koa.com/where/co/06158/index.htm), by email to Dave (koaouray1@mindspring.com) or call 1-800-KOA-8026. Dave and Deborah spend the winter in Florida and will be leaving Ouray by the end of October until next Spring. They can take your reservations from where ever they are, but it may take a couple to a few days to make your connection once he has left for Florida. Please be patient. Reserved sites are shown with an asterisk on the map below.

Here is a link to other lodging options (http://www.cfsja.org/2002/planner/lodging.html). Note: Discounts mentioned at that link only applied to the 2002 Ouray FSJ Invasion.

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/07ouray/koamap.jpg

More info on the unofficial web site here:
2007 Ouray FSJ Invasion (http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/07ouray)

Thanks everyone.

RiverRat

09-21-2006, 02:06 AM

:( Yep, I have the problem/ complaint that I won't be there. Has to be the week before!!! I vote for July 11,12,13. But I know that it can't be planned to fit everyone's schedule... and we will not likely be driving an FSJ this time, either (so why am I on this site, you ask??). So to be fair, it's not up to me. Just wanted to express my unhappiness with not being able to go, I really had a good time this year. Great people, great scenery, what more could you ask for? Maybe in 2008? I vote to keep it in Ouray, always. Unless someone shows me prettier pictures than the ones I have... and a better time than I had, too! How bout Hawaii wheelin'??? Sure, we can drive there!

fulsizjeep

09-21-2006, 06:28 AM

I think we could be talked into the week before. Ralph was interested in the week before. The floor is open for discussion on the week before. Did I say we could manage the week before? :D

ColeTrickle

09-21-2006, 07:40 PM

Flint, will there be any single women around the stables to hang my hat on? I could use a human :D female co-pilot this year in and around Colorado. I seem to be in a better mood driving on those long, dusty, bumpy Colorado roads. Come on, help a fellow Texan out!!!

See you in Mancos in '07:drivin:

Jeepstress

09-21-2006, 10:49 PM

Ralph Rogers

09-22-2006, 05:24 PM

I wouldn't mind it being a week earlier like 2 years ago. Emily started school the day after we got back this year.
But as long as it is NO LATER than those dates I will be there.
Already looking forward to it again my friends.
Ralph

will e

09-22-2006, 07:17 PM

Given enough advance warning I will make it any time in July. Flint, I would love to show up a day or two early and hang at the place with ya. Last years trip seemed too short.

fulsizjeep

09-23-2006, 06:55 AM

So, I wonder if we move this back to July 11-13 if the newlyweds would show up again? ;) That would be cool. I also hear your concerns Ralph. The reason we moved it back a week this last summer (yes, it is now Autumn) is because some passes were still closed the second week of July in 05.

<here I start wandering around a bit>
SJ has made a good point in another thread that we do this during the monsoon season and subsequently get rained on and a few lightning bolts thrown at us, not to mention roads washing out like coming down off Imogene this year. Really, the end of August and early September is nice for mountain rides here. But not practical for families with kids that would be travelling a day or more to get here.

The big Invasion in 02 was held the 2nd week of August. The recon missions in 00 and 01 were held over Labor Day. I think the 99 recon was too. The weather then was warm and dry. Some folks saw snow flurries on Imogene in 01. Hard to guage all this with changing weather patterns because we were in serious drought conditions 00 through 02. The weather on those trips was uneventful and mostly dry. Since 02, we have been doing this the 2nd or 3rd week of July so folks with school aged kids could make the trip. In 03 we had a little more moisture and better display of flowers. For 04, 05 and 06, we have had fair amount of rain during the Invasion. Who knows what next year will be like?

I think we need to seriously consider getting on the trails earlier in the day to avoid bad weather like this year. We typically shoot the bull and mess around until 10 or 11 to hit the trails. I am not pointing fingers because I am guilty too. The monsoon rains start building after noon and we get caught in the squalls. We could just as easily hit the road at 8 and be off most the trails by 2 or 3. Then we can do socializing in the afternoons and brag about what we did or broke that day. Just a thought...
<end the wandering>

So, what say ye on July 11-13 for 07?

ColeTrickle

09-23-2006, 11:23 AM

Kenny, hon..... seems to me you got to make it across the colorado state line before you can get a "co-pilot".

Ummm...I've made it across the line a few times. I just like to have a different co-pilot for different area codes, city limits, zip codes, etc.
I can keep them straight that way.;)

On a serious note, I prefer the way we had it in '02. I don't like the rain and I hate sitting on top of the mountain with lightning all around. Those monsson rains in '04 totally sucked! How long did we have to wait that year for the rains to end and get back on the trail?

How about a poll to see how many families are "all in" this early in the game. That will give us some understanding on "why" where starting so early....Again, didn't I mention the rain sucks on top of the mountain?

fulsizjeep

09-28-2006, 10:01 AM

OK - closing polls early. Now. I am setting the date so we can just get on with it.

July 11, 12 & 13 - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for trail runs. Be in Ouray by Tuesday to catch runs beginning Wednesday. This will work best for folks with kids in school. We are still on for folks dropping in here July 9 & 10 with at least one local Mancos trail ride on Monday the 9th.

BRUTUS

09-28-2006, 10:31 AM

FWIW, my company's slow time is during the entire summer. So as long as I know when... the time doesn't matter to me. I like the rain.. I like the lightning... I like the thunder... I like the sunshine and I love FSJ's!

EDIT: Sorry I missed the poll... my vote would have been for "EITHER, I AM GOING"

badaboom

09-28-2006, 04:00 PM

Ummm...I've made it across the line a few times. I just like to have a different co-pilot for different area codes, city limits, zip codes, etc. I can keep them straight that way

Long Kiss Good Night

"I like to be Frank and Earnest with my women. I'm Frank in Detroit and Earnest when I'm in Ouray" :D

RiverRat

09-28-2006, 04:07 PM

WOO HOO!:thumbsup:

fulsizjeep

09-28-2006, 04:40 PM

WOO HOO!:thumbsup:

So y'all come on back now, hear?! http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/smilies/multi.gif

Jeep4myBoys

09-28-2006, 05:09 PM

I'll plan on being there - if I can get a trailer by then we might even bring my buddies 79 cherokee as well.

Gilgar

09-28-2006, 06:58 PM

Flint,

I will do my best to make it next year. It will be good to see you all again and test out my '89.

Stewart

fulsizjeep

09-28-2006, 08:29 PM

Wow Stewart, long time no see! So you kept the one that was totalled and have a new project huh? I was sad the day I saw the pictures of it. RIP and donate to the next one. The big recycle project. Best of luck and hope to see you next July for sure!

Stewarts GW at 2001 Ouray Recon
http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/01ouray/images/mine6_jpg.jpg

fulsizjeep

09-28-2006, 09:22 PM

OK, a site is started. Next month, I'll get hold of Dave and grab the aspens for us. :thumbsup:

2007 Ouray FSJ Invasion (http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/07ouray)

Oh, I checked the pass conditions today. All high country trails around Ouray and Silverton are closed to snow except Yankee Boy Basin, Owl Creek Pass and Last Dollar Road this week.

Tad

10-01-2006, 04:01 PM

9th thru the 13th, I like that.
Friday the 13th in Ouray.

kennyh

10-01-2006, 10:43 PM

fsj1978

10-02-2006, 12:44 AM

Moab the week before, or after, Ouray?

Just a thought from someone who's interrest often exceeds his ability to go do the wheeling....

Ralph Rogers

10-02-2006, 10:02 AM

We'll be there again.
Ralph

BRUTUS

10-02-2006, 05:00 PM

That's the week me and the boys take our annual motorcycle trip. But since I'm the instigator of that activity, I guess I'll have to change it to a couple of weeks later.

I also will be doing Moab with whichever FSJers are going. Preferably a week or two after the EJS. I was there for that this year and there's just too much trail traffic. Seeing all the cool Jeeps around town isn't enough to outweigh the inability to do the trails you want.

Maybe we need to get a seperate thread going for the Moab trip. Sounds like Matt wants to go 2 weeks after EJS. Doesn't matter to me either way. I know that Colin wants to go (with us this year!), you, Matt, Shimniok, myself... meet Flinty out there... We could crowd up all the trails we want to with FSJ's!

I will start a thread under "EVENTS" and PM Colin and let him know that I have posted it so he is in the loop. I will edit this post with the link to the Moab thread in case any utahun's, arizonan's, new mexican's, etc, want to join in.

I am definately going to both Ouray and Moab this coming summer. I can't wait!

EDIT: link: http://www.ifsja.org/forums/vb/showthread.php?p=495544#post495544

RiverRat

10-02-2006, 09:36 PM

Our trip itinerary (vague at this point) should put us in Mancos for Monday night and we can head to Ouray with the rest of the clan on Tuesday. We will be leaving Glacier on Sunday... two long driving days should do it... we haven't planned the exact route yet but I believe it includes Hwy 666. :eek:

kennyh

10-02-2006, 10:40 PM

Michael wants to go a week after EJS, which ends on Easter Sunday April 8, 2007 I presume. So I guess that would mean we'd head out there on Sunday the 15th or Monday the 16th and stay until we all break or are broke. I don't really want to go to Moab in the summer. My A/C works okay on the road, but not so great on the trail...

bigun

10-06-2006, 07:08 PM

ALL Right Hey Bart lets start buttoning CROM back together 2 months ahead this year so maybe we can leave early and go see Krista and Flint 's domicile

fulsizjeep

10-07-2006, 05:05 PM

ALL Right Hey Bart lets start buttoning CROM back together 2 months ahead this year so maybe we can leave early and go see Krista and Flint 's domicile
You talkin about Moab in April or Ouray in July? :D Let's see Crom run the slick rock in Utah!

Let's take them Moab talks over here...
http://www.ifsja.org/forums/vb/showthread.php?t=57309

bigun

10-07-2006, 05:52 PM

Jeepstress

10-08-2006, 08:39 PM

Hmm I was talking about Ouray !! I don't want to be buttoning everything back together the night before we leave! As for Moab, from what they are saying right now I will be working 48 or more hrs a week till mid april!!

You guys can come up anytime you want to make shake down runs or stretch Crom's legs. I'll be happy to house and feed you both! ****, boys! You live in our back yard** so you best be getting up this way!

** Our back yard being anything within a 5 hour radius of our house! :D

FSJ-Earl

10-10-2006, 04:00 PM

UGGGG!!!!! Why do I need to live 1886 miles away! I figure at 2.25 per gallon and 10 miles per gallon that would cost me about 900.00 for gas alone just to get to Ouray and back, and then food, gas while in Ouray, lodging, plus my time (29.7 hours) to get there - according to MapQuest. Middletown, PA 17057 to Ouray, CO.
Maybe some year!

FSJ-Earl

10-10-2006, 04:02 PM

Plus the price of oil, broken parts, tranny fluid, etc....

HOOT

10-11-2006, 03:59 AM

Plus the price of oil, broken parts, tranny fluid, etc....

...and it was worth every penny of it..:thumbsup:

We could convoy out maybe.
You need to go.. Everyone needs to go..:fsj:
I went , I saw, I cried like a baby:eek: ..

FSJ-Earl

10-11-2006, 04:39 AM

I am sure it would be. That would be a GREAT family vacation fro my wife and two daughters! I am planting the seed with my wife right now. Subliminal messages, Ouray maps laying around, websites left on with pics of Ouray, etc. We will see!

Ralph Rogers

10-12-2006, 09:24 AM

Take what Brutus says lightly. He sleeps on an old mattress in the back of his truck.
Ralph

BRUTUS

10-12-2006, 10:35 AM

Take what Brutus says lightly. He sleeps on an old mattress in the back of his truck.
Ralph

Better than sleepin on the ground anyday! :D

http://www.jasonhabrock.com/jeep/Ouray06/campsite3-060722.jpg

fulsizjeep

10-12-2006, 11:19 AM

his rig is a Wagoneer in the real sense! :D Don't let him fool you with his mock up on big axels and stuff, it still has a mattress in the back... ;)

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/06ouray/giterdun/brutus.jpg

chr1s

10-12-2006, 04:28 PM

FSJ-EARL, I hear you loud and clear.

I have been wanting to make Ouray for a couple of years now, and it looks like 2007 may be a reality FINALLY!
My Jeep is all but done and I think it would make the trip and back no problem!
Iv always wanted to drive accross the US in a Wag, now I have the perfect reason/trip ~ so... Im saving and planning to make it in 07

Lets hope gas is $2.25 or lower next summer :mad:

BRUTUS

10-13-2006, 12:00 AM

his rig is a Wagoneer in the real sense! :D Don't let him fool you with his mock up on big axels and stuff, it still has a mattress in the back... ;)

I prefer "conestoga wagon FSJ" :D sweet pic too flinty!

bigun

10-13-2006, 06:38 PM

You guys can come up anytime you want to make shake down runs or stretch Crom's legs. I'll be happy to house and feed you both! ****, boys! You live in our back yard** so you best be getting up this way!

** Our back yard being anything within a 5 hour radius of our house! :D
When ever we can get free, they dropped 1/2 the crew this week sent them to other jobs and right now according to those in the know we may be on this job till December now!!!

fulsizjeep

10-18-2006, 03:26 PM

I have sent email to Dave & Deb to hold OF1 (for Flatbackdragon) and 45-50 tent sites. This will be 13 tent sites and one camper site. We'll see if we get them.

Jason - You are a heretic... ;)

BRUTUS

10-18-2006, 08:23 PM

Jason - You are a heretic... ;)

<best Elvis voice>THANK YOU VERY MUUUUCH</best Elvis voice>

http://www.elvisphotos.com/images/gallery/large/13292_lg.jpg

are you going to delete this because it isn't on topic? :confused:

RiverRat

10-19-2006, 12:00 PM

Bryan and I were talking about sharing a tent site with someone to cut down on costs. What are the limits per site? We will just have one vehicle, one tent, two people. Will be there Tuesday through Friday night.

Jeepstress

10-19-2006, 12:47 PM

The rule is two tents and vehicles per site. Altho we've seen that stretched in the past. I think we had 3 tents/vehicles in the G spot one year. I'd suggest getting the tent sites farthest back if folks are going to share. Out of site, out of mind!

fulsizjeep

10-19-2006, 03:02 PM

More clean up on the thread... Yeah, sorry... but not really. :p

We have made KOA reservations available. We got the aspen area again! See the first post in this thread for details or click below to go there...
http://www.ifsja.org/forums/vb/showthread.php?t=56799

Ralph Rogers

10-19-2006, 03:56 PM

I reserved site 47, just like last year.
Ralph

BRUTUS

10-19-2006, 05:03 PM

[quote=fulsizjeep]More clean up on the thread... Yeah, sorry... but not really. :p[quote]

But we needed Elvis!

HOOT

10-19-2006, 05:41 PM

I just made reservations for 47F for 7/10- 7/14. CY'all there.

fulsizjeep

10-20-2006, 01:19 PM

[quote=fulsizjeep]More clean up on the thread... Yeah, sorry... but not really. :p[quote]

But we needed Elvis!

You get your KOA reservation Jason and I'll let Elvis back on this thread... http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/smilies/gratzie.gif

BRUTUS

10-20-2006, 01:22 PM

[quote=BRUTUS]

You get your KOA reservation Jason and I'll let Elvis back on this thread... http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/smilies/gratzie.gif

I will have to talk to Ken first and see what his plans are... if his wife is going... etc.

bigun

10-20-2006, 08:40 PM

I just made reservations for 47F for 7/10- 7/14. CY'all there.
Dad Gumit Tom you nabbed my spot!!!! :grumble::mad::grumble::grumble: Darn't I hate not having internet service at my up town bachlor pad!! I guess I'll have to sweat it out in 47E

bigun

10-20-2006, 09:02 PM

OK I resereved 47E as soon as Dave emails me back and confirms it for the 10th and leaving on the 15th

HOOT

10-20-2006, 10:19 PM

bigun

10-20-2006, 11:10 PM

Sorry Bigun, I'll share if you want.:p . You can come over and visit. :D

Jumped on it while it was still available. I liked that back corner area. :thumbsup:

Besides, I didn't want any strange fluids running out from Crom flowing through my campsite:eek:
I just spoke to Bart he is at this time consulting "The Order of The Wrench book of Spells and Incantations" for a sutiable revenge!!
I just hope CROM doesn't decide make you pay for the "Strange Fluids" crack!!
Dude you have to be carefull when you are talking about Demi gods!

HOOT

10-21-2006, 12:56 PM

I just spoke to Bart he is at this time consulting "The Order of The Wrench book of Spells and Incantations" for a sutiable revenge!!
I just hope CROM doesn't decide make you pay for the "Strange Fluids" crack!!
Dude you have to be carefull when you are talking about Demi gods!

:hide:

bigun

10-22-2006, 01:42 AM

:hide: You better hide LOL
Ok Flint I am confirmed for 47E Starting 7/10/2007 for 5 nights!
We think we have located a second tank to carry in the trailer or on the tow truck which ever the case may be so that maybe I'll have enough propane this year to go and do some of the harder trails!:drivin: :drivin:

Don S

10-22-2006, 01:18 PM

You better hide LOL
Ok Flint I am confirmed for 47E Starting 7/10/2007 for 5 nights!
We think we have located a second tank to carry in the trailer or on the tow truck which ever the case may be so that maybe I'll have enough propane this year to go and do some of the harder trails!:drivin: :drivin:
..
Pardner;

... There was a Conoco station on the south of Montrose just before you enter town and on the east side of 550 with a sign advertizing propane.

Have a good one ;) and Eugene the Jeep says.. “Jeep FSJ Jeep!” CUL.. Don S..
At home I’m the House Minority Leader

bigun

10-22-2006, 02:30 PM

Don the problem with buying from gas stations is they not only charge you road tax but they also charge you sales tax!! The first year I went to Ouray I paid 10 cents more per gallon than you folks who were running gasoline. This last year since I was able to bring my own bulk with me I only paid $1.80 per gallon and, here latly I have paid as low as$1.65!

SVO42

10-27-2006, 07:47 PM

I prefer "conestoga wagon FSJ" :D sweet pic too flinty!

How about this one, Jason?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v490/SVO42/honeymoon-Colorado%20Ouray%20FSJ%20Invasion/7-20-0645.jpg

I know BethAnn's been posting on our behalf, but I want to say I'm already excited about next year. I've been busy wrenching on the Explorer lately (and so has my better half). Here's a pic of it, now with 33s. We also put a Lock Right in the rear axle.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v490/SVO42/Fall%20Crawl%202006/33sonaddinggearoil.jpg

Our local club's big even was a couple of weeks ago, and I'm almost done with the repairs from it. :o Here's the Forum with everyone's pics, if you're interested: http://www.gilmoremotors.com/discus/viewforum.php?f=11 . There was a scary old Power Wagon that showed up that no one was expecting.

The Exploder no longer has the Wag's tires, but after my recent trials and tribulations wrenching on the Ford TTB axle, I'm seriously considering a solid axle swap. Interestingly enough, FSJ parts are high on the consideration list! I'll most likely use a baby Jeep Dana 30, but I'm also looking at Dana 44s, but the HPs are pretty expensive. However, a LP 44 from a FSJ has just about the right width, hmm.... Even if I use a 30, I'll most likely use FSJ front leaf springs. One other Explorer I know of used them and they worked like a charm. :fsj:

So, we probably won't make it out in a FSJ again, but we'll probably have some parts again if everything goes well. I had a great time this year and look forward to next!:cool:

Bryan

kennyh

10-27-2006, 09:02 PM

Nice pics. The first one is a good example of soil erosion. It goes from the trail to Brutus and is redeposited wherever the rust under it falls off. Might need a government-funded study to determine the environmental effects of that.

I'd use a Dana 44 LP (I'm a cheapskate,) as long as the front driveshaft will clear everything. It'll definitely handle differently on the road. I assume it'll drive less like a grocery-getter and more like a truck.

I haven't talked to Jason about sharing a campsite yet. If he's made other arrangements I'd be willing to share ours (if I can get Woman to go) with you guys. One consideration: My wife says my snoring is...umm...discomforting at times, and our tent offers no soundproofing.

I suppose there won't be as much noise from your tent this year seeing as it's not the honeymoon this time.

Jeepstress

10-27-2006, 09:38 PM

...I'd be willing to share ours (if I can get Woman to go) with you guys. One consideration: My wife says my snoring is...umm...discomforting at times, and our tent offers no soundproofing.

Thats easy Kenny! You sleep in the Jeep, she sleeps in the tent. Thats how I do it. :D Works well at home too.;)

I suppose there won't be as much noise from your tent this year seeing as it's not the honeymoon this time.

Don't get yer hopes up! They're still young and flexible! :D

Heimeken

11-08-2006, 12:43 AM

:thumbsup: I'm planning on coming. But I have to make up for one year of high altitude. I think U should reserve the "party" spot for the CAT.:fsj:

Gambler68

11-08-2006, 03:29 AM

:thumbsup: I'm planning on coming. But I have to make up for one year of high altitude. I think U should reserve the "party" spot for the CAT.:fsj:

yay! :alc: :thumbsup:

fulsizjeep

11-08-2006, 05:14 AM

Hey Big Cat guy... You want 47D? No Problemo. :thumbsup: We have it reserved. I can put your name on it and we can take care of the details when we get there. OR, I can get a hold of Dave and have him release it and you can make the call and set the reservation for your schedule. I just checked and it's a good thing. We have 47A for 7/10 check in and 7/15 check out, but 47D is 7/10 check in and and 7/14 check out. Let me know.

BRUTUS

11-08-2006, 03:16 PM

How about this one, Jason?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v490/SVO42/honeymoon-Colorado%20Ouray%20FSJ%20Invasion/7-20-0645.jpg

I like it! I remembered posing for that picture but never seeing it... Thanks!

Ken, I will have to give you a call so we can work out a spot and get it before all the back ones are taken!

RiverRat

11-09-2006, 01:41 AM

I just reserved 47B for arrival on the 10th, departing the 14th. Bryan and I would still be interested in sharing our space, we might not get any takers until closer to invasion time though. Let us know!

fulsizjeep

11-09-2006, 02:00 PM

RiverRat

11-09-2006, 03:08 PM

Clarification, we have 47C since someone already has 47B, just got the confirmation from Dave. Now, if only it would hurry up and be summer again!

fulsizjeep

11-09-2006, 08:31 PM

OK. :)

So............WHO HAS 47B? :cool:

BRUTUS

11-10-2006, 12:33 AM

OK. :)

So............WHO HAS 47B? :cool:

I will pick it up tonight.

fulsizjeep

11-10-2006, 05:43 PM

Jason, you reserved 47B on Oct 19th. You were just takin yer time letting us know huh? Dave is in Las Vegas and I got a reply from an inquiry on this site. OK, off to fix the map. :cool:

kennyh

11-10-2006, 08:51 PM

So Jason, I never got that call. Are we gonna share that spot?

BRUTUS

11-11-2006, 11:32 PM

So Jason, I never got that call. Are we gonna share that spot?

Dat's Da plan idn't it? I am just wondering... my dad really wants to go with next year. So three tents... two FSJ's... one F**d F350... I guess it can work, it is a big enough site.

You going to the M&G in Denver tomorrow? I am going if you want to hitch a ride with me. I am taking the Jetta cuz Brutus doesn't have a steering stabilizer!

HOOT

11-12-2006, 02:20 PM

As big as the sites are in the back corner I'm sure I can spare some space. There may be another coming with me but that will be a long shot if it happens.
I'm listed as Tom Gibson on the map. :rolleyes: seems weird to see my actual name on anything except legal papers. Even my business cards from work have HOOT on them:thumbsup:

<EDIT> 11/14/06 Thanks :dancingbanana:

fulsizjeep

11-13-2006, 05:49 AM

Say cuz, I'll change that map to HOOT if you like. No problemo... :thumbsup:

BRUTUS

11-13-2006, 01:06 PM

You get your KOA reservation Jason and I'll let Elvis back on this thread... http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/smilies/gratzie.gif

http://www.ibiblio.org/elvis/sneer.gif :cool:

OK...here ya go...

Jason - You are a heretic... ;)

<best Elvis voice>THANK YOU VERY MUUUUCH</best Elvis voice>

http://www.elvisphotos.com/images/gallery/large/13292_lg.jpg

are you going to delete this because it isn't on topic? :confused:

When you update "hoot" on the image, you can put Ken on 47B with me.

OK, the map is changed to show IFSJA forum member names not people names. Happy? ;)

Ralph Rogers

11-15-2006, 12:00 PM

Hey, how come my spot still has my name on it?

Ralph

fulsizjeep

11-15-2006, 12:49 PM

OMG, your forum name or alias is your real name. How can that be? :eek:

BRUTUS

11-15-2006, 02:32 PM

:lol: I thought that Ralph hadn't reserved 47... Now I get it.

Ralph Rogers

11-15-2006, 05:15 PM

Oh yeah. That's right, it is the same.
Ralph

will e

11-18-2006, 07:37 PM

I will be there. I will check with derek to see if he is coming and is going to bring his pop up or not.

bigun

11-18-2006, 07:59 PM

:thumbsup: I'm planning on coming. But I have to make up for one year of high altitude. I think U should reserve the "party" spot for the CAT.:fsj: Alright the CAT is coming back

Heimeken

11-21-2006, 10:12 PM

Flint, leave it as is (tentative). We still have plenty of time till then. It's definitely in the plan for me to be there.

Hey Big Cat guy... You want 47D? No Problemo. :thumbsup: We have it reserved. I can put your name on it and we can take care of the details when we get there. OR, I can get a hold of Dave and have him release it and you can make the call and set the reservation for your schedule. I just checked and it's a good thing. We have 47A for 7/10 check in and 7/15 check out, but 47D is 7/10 check in and and 7/14 check out. Let me know.

fulsizjeep

11-22-2006, 06:23 AM

Flint, leave it as is (tentative). We still have plenty of time till then. It's definitely in the plan for me to be there.

effin bueno :cool:

bigun

11-22-2006, 06:40 PM

Flint, leave it as is (tentative). We still have plenty of time till then. It's definitely in the plan for me to be there.
Sweet, Now we'll have the good booze

ne715

11-25-2006, 10:19 AM

fulsizjeep

11-25-2006, 03:47 PM

I have left a message at KOA on an answering machine but have not heard back. I guess I will have to send an e-mail to get our spot. We are planning on being there. Has anyone read the new JP mag? Appears that John Cappa and crew attempted to make it last year. Anyone know further information than what was printed in the mag?

Pam

This is just rumor mill, but I heard they broke all their toys before they could get to Ouray. I haven't seen this latest JP. I usually nab one at Walmart and leave it in the can where it belongs. ;)

Pam, the message you left is probably on their cell phone since they are headed for or in the Florida Keys about now. Dave is usually good about getting back to emails within a couple days. Glad to see y'all makin another go of it for 07! :cool:

ne715

11-25-2006, 07:12 PM

Glad to see y'all makin another go of it for 07! :cool:[/quote]

Had a good time last year and in 01, would like to start making it our annual summer vacation. Good fun, wonderful scenery, and awesome people.

uglyjeepling

11-28-2006, 11:29 AM

I need to pick a spot and reserve it cuz I will be there again! :fsj:

I am back on the forum yay! Its winter and time to start more upgrades.

uglyjeepling

11-28-2006, 03:31 PM

I sent an email reservation for 48. yee haa!

SVO42

11-28-2006, 05:13 PM

Just a reminder all, we'd like to share the cost of our site, too. If anyone isn't afraid of being in the same site with us, that is. :rolleyes:

fulsizjeep

11-29-2006, 07:50 PM

Yeah, 2 tents allowed per site so... :cool:

Be prepared for a cheese grater or 2 in Ouray... ;)

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/parts/cheesegrater.jpg

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/cheese.jpg

BRUTUS

11-30-2006, 09:39 AM

no more boobies Flint?

fulsizjeep

11-30-2006, 09:54 AM

we'll see....................
we have a plan though. http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/smilies/awink.gif

ne715

12-02-2006, 10:04 AM

We are confirmed for tent site 49 for next year.
Pam and Alan

kennyh

12-02-2006, 06:49 PM

uglyjeepling

12-06-2006, 08:21 AM

I have site 48 reserved! Now I need money, wrench time, and start saving vacation. I you all keep this great thing rollin every year. Its a blast. :thumbsup: :fsj:

uglyjeepling

12-06-2006, 08:23 AM

Dang, those cheese graters are almost as ugly as a pig-nose! My order of preference:

1. Rhino (except on a nice, clean Wag, then it's #2. (no jokes, please)
2. Last one, '87-'92(?)
3. Egg-crate
4. Muscle grille
5. Razor
6. Cheese-grater
7. Pig-nose

Why does everyone hate the pig nose so much?? is it the headlights? Geeze. All you all think about are headlights. pervs.

kennyh

12-06-2006, 12:14 PM

Why does everyone hate the pig nose so much?? is it the headlights? Geeze. All you all think about are headlights. pervs.

I don't mind the headlights, whether they be round, rectangular, perky, saggy etc. Not too fond of those pancake/plumb bobs though. :D

It's the grille itself, the massive expanse of fake (peeling) chrome clear up into the raised middle of that gorgeous hood. I know, the latest grilles also have fake chrome up there, but the black inserts break up the chrome and make it look a lot tougher. All that gaudy chrome belongs on a Caddy. But if you like it, enjoy. I won't ridicule you unless I happen to be present.:angel:

kennyh

12-06-2006, 12:18 PM

no more boobies Flint?

We're talking about the signal/running lights, right?

I use a small, delicate sponge and warm water with mild soap to clean them. I also run my fingers around them from time to time to check for imperfections. It's sexy.

fulsizjeep

12-07-2006, 07:58 PM

We're talking about the signal/running lights, right?

I use a small, delicate sponge and warm water with mild soap to clean them. I also run my fingers around them from time to time to check for imperfections. It's sexy.

I think you started out talking about signal/running lights, but purty sure the topic changed towards the end... :D

Matt! I will get the map updated! :thumbsup:

HAY EVERYBODY... THE KOA SITES ARE BEING HELD FOR US ONLY UNTIL THE END OF THE MONTH! RESERVE EARLY...

BRUTUS

12-07-2006, 11:43 PM

I use a small, delicate sponge and warm water with mild soap to clean them. I also run my fingers around them from time to time to check for imperfections. It's sexy.

OMFG! That is awesome :lol:

flatbackdragon

12-09-2006, 02:53 PM

May or may not make it for Ouray or Moab, haven't decided yet.
Had back surgery in Nov and depends on how well it heals or should I say IF the doctor lets me drive.
Buy the calender, my non-grilled vehicle made it in it, what a surprise!
thats Buffalo Boy mine in background.

bigun

12-10-2006, 02:50 PM

Hey Phil good to hear from you again. Glad to hear you went ahead and go the back taken care of. Get well so we can meet up agan in Ourayl

fulsizjeep

12-10-2006, 05:56 PM

Phil, get healed up. I know it ain't easy layin low for a while, but healthy back is importante grande. Was halin some wood down the hill on my FSJ hood sled in the snow this evenin. I am missing the green of the mountain valleys already. July will be here before we know it tho. Hope to see ya there compadre. :cool:

HOOT

12-10-2006, 11:07 PM

You might be a Redneck if you....

Was halin some wood down the hill on my FSJ hood sled in the snow this evenin. . :cool:

:thumbsup:

kennyh

12-11-2006, 10:40 PM

Phil, get healed up. I know it ain't easy layin low for a while

Especially for a stubborn 'ol trucker. I can picture his wife holding her cigarette while just shakin' her head knowing what an ordeal it's gonna be to try and get him to take it easy.

Hope all goes well for you two and maybe we'll see you in Ouray!

learfxr

12-14-2006, 08:46 PM

I would like to go to Ouray with you guys if you'll let me. I sold my J10, but my YJ is half Wagoneer. I would tow it up with my truck and then trail ride with the YJ. I've been looking at pics of your trips for a while and decided I'd like to check it out. I normally have Fri-Sun off each week, so if I take off Mon-Thur, then I'll have off 10 days and only burn 40hrs of vacation. That should be plenty of time to get from DFW to Colorado and have some good play time.

HOOT

12-14-2006, 10:20 PM

Bring it on!!!!:thumbsup: At least it is a Jeep with FSJ parts.
We had an Exploder and a GMC Pukon there last year. That Pukon had some serious curb flexing poses that made the Jeepers green with envy. Sad to say the Exploder done far better than my J20 would of done had it not decided to go bike riding the hard way in NM. :banghead:

fulsizjeep

12-15-2006, 06:01 AM

You might be a Redneck if you....

Was halin some wood down the hill on my FSJ hood sled in the snow this evenin.

:thumbsup:

I am doing my best to fit in here HOOT. :cool: Actually, the hood holds a nice stack of fire wood and it beats piling it in the back of my pristine GW. :D

I would like to go to Ouray with you guys if you'll let me. I sold my J10, but my YJ is half Wagoneer. I would tow it up with my truck and then trail ride with the YJ. I've been looking at pics of your trips for a while and decided I'd like to check it out. I normally have Fri-Sun off each week, so if I take off Mon-Thur, then I'll have off 10 days and only burn 40hrs of vacation. That should be plenty of time to get from DFW to Colorado and have some good play time.

Sounds like a plan! Make your KOA reservations before the end of the month. Dave is holding those spots for us to reserve until then... :thumbsup:

skydizzle

12-16-2006, 02:17 PM

i really want to make it down there. but i gotta get my new motor in. and get my lift and tires. well see. :confused: :fsj:

learfxr

12-18-2006, 11:14 AM

Sounds like a plan! Make your KOA reservations before the end of the month. Dave is holding those spots for us to reserve until then... :thumbsup:[/quote]

Do we have to do it by then? I just got the YJ running this weekend, so there's lots of work to do on it before a trip to CO. So, I'd hate to make big plans that I can't keep. I hope to be working out the bugs next month, but this thing is a big project for me.

flatbackdragon

12-18-2006, 02:56 PM

i'd say IF you think you may try to come to Ouray, go ahead and make your reservation NOW, especially if ya wants to be by the roudy FSJ group. You can always cancel it later if you can't make it or transfer it to someone that can, and not have to pay a cancelation fee, so go ahead and make the res.

fulsizjeep

01-02-2007, 12:22 PM

OK... We have 47A-F, 47, 48 & 49 reserved by members here. KOA sites are now open to non-FSJ folks that may want to reserve sites in the Aspen area. If you are thinking about going and want to hang out at the KOA near your FSJ friends, you need to reserve a site soon before they get snatched up.

That is all... Thanks!

fsj1978

01-24-2007, 11:49 PM

As of this morning, Sharon and I have reserved slot 20 at the KOA. It's between two of the cabins. Tomorrow I'll be reserving a spot at the KOA in Beaver, UT. Is anybody else going to be staying there on monday the (I think) 9th? We'll be in Ouray from tuesday night through sat night, leaving sunday to head back to Chino, CA.

Now to get all the 'stuff' finished up on Herculies...

BRUTUS

01-26-2007, 03:06 PM

Flint, leave it as is (tentative). We still have plenty of time till then. It's definitely in the plan for me to be there.

So Heimeken... will the CAT be towing the Sandgorgon?

I am already getting excited for this trip. The return of HOOT... couple new faces... bunch of old faces :D I can't wait!

waggy401

01-29-2007, 02:29 PM

Ok, I talked to the wife about it and she gave the trip a "go." After talking about it ever since the very first Invasion, I think we will finally have a FSJ capable of making the trip. Of course it is in pieces right now, but should be running strong by July.

We'll be driving :drivin:out from California, so this better be worth it! :p

I called and e-mailed to reserve a spot - hopefully 46A if it's still available. :fsj:

bigun

01-29-2007, 07:19 PM

Ok, I
We'll be driving :drivin:out from California, so this better be worth it! :p

I called and e-mailed to reserve a spot - hopefully 46A if it's still available. :fsj:
Bring lots of memory or lots of for your cameras you'll need ity

fulsizjeep

01-30-2007, 07:26 AM

We'll be driving :drivin:out from California, so this better be worth it! :p

I called and e-mailed to reserve a spot - hopefully 46A if it's still available. :fsj:

We have not seen any FSJers leave Ouray without hearing them say WOW at least 20 times... ;)

As far as I know, 46A is open.

Map Updated!

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/07ouray/koamap.jpg

motox-010

02-09-2007, 05:50 PM

I am deffinately interested in doing this. Will a relatively stock Wag do ok? What kind of wheelin is it? Mud, hills, etc.?

HOOT

02-09-2007, 06:11 PM

Jeepstress

02-09-2007, 06:23 PM

A stock rig with low range (MANDATORY) can do everything except the obsticle on Poughkipsie. And we'll always give you a yank out if you pick a bad line. Unless it's really stoopid/or funny and then we'll sit around and laugh at your for a while before we pull you out. ;)

bigun

02-09-2007, 07:14 PM

SVO42

02-10-2007, 04:58 PM

It's like taking a gentle country gravel road to your Grandma's house. Then again there is that obstacle:eek: :eek: .. Most of what I saw( when my eyes were open) were gravel roads. There were some serious obstacles to clear but these guys know which trails' needs are. I believe Alan and Pams waggy was about all stock and they did alot of wheeling. I don't remember seeing them up on Imogene Pass, that trail would require some lift or else body damage is emminent. I do believe UglyJeepling's Chero was stock height and he done that trail. I just can't get that Rock outcropping, near the top, out of my mind:eek: . I was hitching a ride in a J20 with a massive lift,tires and a great driver. Then there was some high mountain hiking done as well.:rolleyes: .

In other words you'll be fine. Bring it on out. You won't regret it and neither will your therapist.:drivin:

I had a blast climbing that rock near the top of Imogene, HOOT! :bluelaugh: Steep incline? Check. Dumbasses parking in the two paths around it? Check. Line picked. Thankful for the Exploder's EFI. Open diffs = balls out = hang on, BethAnn! I put it in gear, gave it some revs, dropped the clutch and floored it! :drivin: Four liters of screaming Ford fury bouncing up that rock was great. That was the most fun I had on an obstacle.

Like everyone has said, though, a stock vehicle is fine for nearly everything out there. Just remember to have good brakes, a low range, and be prepared for vapor lock if you're carbed. Fix every single little vacuum leak before you go.

SVO42

02-10-2007, 05:09 PM

I almost forgot--you need to be on the lookout for body damage from lampposts when you get in to Telluride. Just ask Steve.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v490/SVO42/honeymoon-Colorado%20Ouray%20FSJ%20Invasion/7-21-0659.jpg

HOOT

02-11-2007, 01:50 AM

I had originally mentioned this little incident in my post but then removed it. Forgot someone actually had trophy pics of it. I still cannot believe the cop never same outside. :D

I almost forgot--you need to be on the lookout for body damage from lampposts when you get in to Telluride. Just ask Steve.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v490/SVO42/honeymoon-Colorado%20Ouray%20FSJ%20Invasion/7-21-0659.jpg

BRUTUS

02-11-2007, 11:56 AM

It's like taking a gentle country gravel road to your Grandma's house. Then again there is that obstacle:eek: :eek: .. Most of what I saw( when my eyes were open) were gravel roads. There were some serious obstacles to clear but these guys know which trails' needs are. I believe Alan and Pams waggy was about all stock and they did alot of wheeling. I don't remember seeing them up on Imogene Pass, that trail would require some lift or else body damage is emminent. I do believe UglyJeepling's Chero was stock height and he done that trail. I just can't get that Rock outcropping, near the top, out of my mind:eek: . I was hitching a ride in a J20 with a massive lift,tires and a great driver. Then there was some high mountain hiking done as well.:rolleyes: .

In other words you'll be fine. Bring it on out. You won't regret it and neither will your therapist.:drivin:

Uglyjeepling has a small lift IIRC. 2" or 3" with 33's or 35" tires. KennyH had the most stock rig up there and he even did the hardest obstacle on Poughkeepsie... with a tug. I would have been able to make it with a locker or two! I had to get tugg'd up.

DARWIN

02-11-2007, 10:34 PM

bigun

02-11-2007, 10:51 PM

The more the merrier I was the newbie 2 years ago! I drug my buddy Craig AKA black bart with me last year. We started planning this years trip on our way home LOL. Flint and Krista are the unofficial leaders, DonS is the resident authority on all the different trails. If you are married bring her along and the kids well maybe the kids LOL. What kind of rig you got pictures?

BRUTUS

02-12-2007, 12:58 AM

well i am a newbie here and i hope its cool to join everyone in july for the invasion. i've sent an email request for a camping site near everyone else. from reading this sites theads it looks to be a pretty cool group of FSJ lovers!

Cool! I look forward to seeing you there. Be sure to post what site you resreve so Flint can add it to the image. Like Charlie said... do you have any pics of your rig you can spare? Do you have low range?

fulsizjeep

02-12-2007, 08:29 AM

Welcome Darwin! :thumbsup: We also have a gathering of FSJs going on in Moab in April.

Jeepstress

02-12-2007, 09:22 AM

Flint and Krista are the unofficial leaders, DonS is the resident authority on all the different trails.

We are NOT leaders!!! We just organize the get together each year.

BRUTUS

02-12-2007, 02:04 PM

We are NOT leaders!!! We just organize the get together each year.

So what you are saying is that you are the "organizers" but not the "leaders"... I am confused :D :p JK

Don S

02-12-2007, 02:19 PM

So what you are saying is that you are the "organizers" but not the "leaders"... I am confused :D :p JK
..
Jason;

... Don't make me have to come up there and 'splain it to you. Now go out and hook up the darn vacuum gauge!:D :D

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY EVERYBODY.. Don S..

grand_wag_85

02-12-2007, 03:21 PM

So besides Poughkeepsie can pretty much all the trails be done with a mostly stock FSJ? If I can make it out I sooo want to do Imogene but I hear talk lift& big tires are a necessity, is this true?

Jeepstress

02-12-2007, 03:30 PM

If I can make it out I sooo want to do Imogene but I hear talk lift& big tires are a necessity, is this true?

Not true. There may be a few washes that you might need a tug through but not many. Of course if the whole trail washes out like last year, nobody's getting through - big lift and tires or not. Those trails are maintained by heavy equipment all summer when necessary. Imogene's pucker factor is the elevation and vertigo.

BRUTUS

02-12-2007, 03:48 PM

So besides Poughkeepsie can pretty much all the trails be done with a mostly stock FSJ? If I can make it out I sooo want to do Imogene but I hear talk lift& big tires are a necessity, is this true?

I am sure that a stock rig could do Imogene. The washouts weren't really that bad looking back on it. Did you see the picture that Ralph (I think?) took of the toyota mini van going up Imogene last year?

grand_wag_85

02-12-2007, 04:03 PM

I am sure that a stock rig could do Imogene. The washouts weren't really that bad looking back on it. Did you see the picture that Ralph (I think?) took of the toyota mini van going up Imogene last year?

Nope, but I'll look for it. Thanks guys...Just gotta hear back from Dave then you can pencil me in for spot #46

DARWIN

02-12-2007, 10:24 PM

well thanks for your hospitality every one! i love you guys already! as for my rig i've got one before pic, but it's under construction right now and will be a little different when it's done
well i'm having some difficulties with the picture file cause its already posted in another post called newbie build up i'll see if i can figure something out :)

grand_wag_85

02-13-2007, 07:14 AM

If it's an attachment on this site you should be able link it from there and have it show up here.

yzergod

02-15-2007, 02:52 AM

I hope all that are attending have a wonderful time. Ouray is our backyard and our playground. If any of you run Black Bear this year, please note the sponsorship sign at the begining of the trail and the repair work we've done throughout the trail. As president of the Creeper Jeepers Gang of Durango, I offer any needed assistance to anybody that has any breakages or is in need of emergency parts. My club has a line on several FSJ's and I am sure we could get just about anything to you if needed. Our club website is http://www.creeperjeepers.org/home.html and I will post some contact numbers as we get closer to July. Perhaps, I might even join you on a trail or two!

Keith Cramer
President
Creeper Jeepers Gang

jdubya

02-15-2007, 12:00 PM

It's official, I'm in! I just got off the phone with KOA.

I'll be the troublemaker in 46A. :D

Did I mention I'm bringing my baby, who cries all night long? :eek:

=rk

grand_wag_85

02-15-2007, 12:55 PM

It's official, I'm in! I just got off the phone with KOA.

I'll be the troublemaker in 46A. :D

Did I mention I'm bringing my baby, who cries all night long? :eek:

=rk

Is it too late to change spots:confused: lol just kidding

Ralph Rogers

02-15-2007, 01:04 PM

Far out! It's a fun time.
Ralph

BRUTUS

02-15-2007, 01:55 PM

It's official, I'm in! I just got off the phone with KOA.

I'll be the troublemaker in 46A. :D

Did I mention I'm bringing my baby, who cries all night long? :eek:

=rk

DOH.... <homer simpson>

will e

02-17-2007, 11:06 AM

Okay, we are in too!

I just reserved two water/electic spots. One for Derek and I, the other one for Jerry. It's not right with the rest of the club but we will be close enough to wander over too.

Derek is bringing Dinky again. He is almost at 200 pounds!

We will arrive Tuesday.

We are going to caravan. The plan is to leave Monday late morning or early afternoon and stop to camp/sleep on the way up. Not sure where yet or if we will just 'wing' it. Anyone stay at the KOA in Holbrook? Let me know if you want to hook up with the caravan. We won't be making any record time since we are pulling trailers.

I will bring the Boa.

Anyone with a bigger spot mind if we park a truck in their spot? We might be tight on room with 3 jeeps, 1 truck and three trailers.

Jeepstress

02-17-2007, 11:15 AM

Okay, we are in too!

I just reserved two water/electic spots. One for Derek and I, the other one for Jerry. It's not right with the rest of the club but we will be close enough to wander over too.

Derek is bringing Dinky again. He is almost at 200 pounds!

SWEET! Dinky can teach Chief Coyote Rojo some manners!

I will bring the Boa.

Good. Bigun is in the lead right now to go home with it. :banghead:

bigun

02-17-2007, 12:15 PM

SWEET! Good. Bigun is in the lead right now to go home with it. :banghead:
I don't look good in feathers!!
:hide::hide:
I wish you'll would quit putting your gum under the chair

HOOT

02-17-2007, 02:37 PM

Okay, we are in too!

Anyone with a bigger spot mind if we park a truck in their spot? We might be tight on room with 3 jeeps, 1 truck and three trailers.

There was lots of room back in the corner last year. Seems like there was even a ghost site in front of the one I got this year. I'd offer you mine but may be having company with me as well. But like I said there was lots of space in the back,I'm sure we can find room.

BRUTUS

02-17-2007, 04:00 PM

Good. Bigun is in the lead right now to go home with it. :banghead:

Is that so? See sig. Also see "pix, we like pix"

:lol:

Gambler68

02-17-2007, 04:13 PM

I havent made any reservations, but I'd be willing to chip in per night for a squeeze in somewhere. Will just be me and a furry dog that thinks he's a grizzly.

will e

02-18-2007, 10:28 AM

Found out our locations. Derek and I are in 56 and Jerry is in 57.

Not too far away from the group. I think I will miss the spot we had last year (47C), it was pretty quiet over there and that spot is big.. But it will be nice to have water and electricity too. We will just come hang with the group. :)

RiverRat

02-19-2007, 12:34 AM

Who is planning to be at Flint and Krista's before Ouray? Bryan and I are hoping to roll in sometime before sunset Monday. We'll probably be ready for a few beers and a patch of grass to sleep on.

Ralph Rogers

02-19-2007, 09:15 AM

will e

02-19-2007, 11:05 AM

Right now our plans are to leave EARLY (Like 5am) Tuesday morning. That should get us up by Tuesday early evening.

I am going to be towing a trailer and it will most likely be 110 or more here in Phoenix so I wanna head out and get up to the high country before the temps rise too high.

fulsizjeep

02-19-2007, 11:46 AM

We're thinking of hitting the Flint and Krista's Saturday night maybe. Of course I haven't asked yet. Last time I stayed at there place we were up at his kitchen table until 4:00 in the morning:rolleyes:.

Gonna be at the KOA on Sunday afternoon.
Ralph

Saturday is good Ralph. We may be wrenching that weekend.....we'll see.

We would like to take folks who come through up to The Ramparts (http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/06ramparts/maysunset/) and mining roads above there on Monday for a shake down ride. Simple stuff on Forest Service roads. Here is Autumn colors (http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/06colorsrun/) up there last September.

Ralph Rogers

02-19-2007, 12:18 PM

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/06ramparts/maysunset/images/rampart7_jpg.jpg

Blue skies and ultraviolet rays........... etc

jdubya

02-20-2007, 10:36 PM

I havent made any reservations, but I'd be willing to chip in per night for a squeeze in somewhere. Will just be me and a furry dog that thinks he's a grizzly.

Your welcome to squeeze in at my site.

I will be solo, unless you include my crying baby! :eek:

waggy401

02-22-2007, 03:52 PM

My wife and I will be is space 60 which looks like a big pull-through spot. We may have some extra room for a vehicle or whatever.

I should be getting my engine back from the builder tomorrow or Monday. I can't wait!!

By the way, what's a Dinky?

BRUTUS

02-22-2007, 05:34 PM

By the way, what's a Dinky?

Here is Dinky... (at 180lb) at 200lb now,

http://www.fullsizejeeps.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_IMG_0831.jpg

RiverRat

02-23-2007, 02:57 PM

If any of you run Black Bear this year, please note the sponsorship sign at the begining of the trail and the repair work we've done throughout the trail.

I am interested in seeing what has been done, my club in Missouri http://www.capitalcitycrawlers.com/
was chosen to be part of the 2007 program at Flat Nasty offroad park in Missouri
http://www.flatnasty.net

Read more here:

http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/outstandingtrails/index.html?source=top

Bryan and I thought about doing Black Bear last year but weren't sure what to expect, and ended up not going. Imogene was fun though. :eek:

kennyh

02-25-2007, 04:17 PM

Bryan and I thought about doing Black Bear last year but weren't sure what to expect, and ended up not going. Imogene was fun though. :eek:

My opinion is that Black Bear, then Imogene back to Ouray is a nice day-trip, early back to camp. That was our plan last year but the weather changed it for us.

I'm planning on that trip one day, and on another the Alpine Loop from Ouray to Lake City (lunch at Poker Alice's) and back to Ouray. I don't know what else I'm doing. It depends on who's going where, I guess.

will e

02-26-2007, 10:09 AM

that sounds like a good run Ken. I would like to give it another go.

Black Bear was not as bad as it is made out to be. It is, without a doubt, very dangerous. Good brakes, level head, pay attention, keep from getting distracted, take your time, all apply.

Awesome scenery.

kennyh

02-26-2007, 10:46 PM

nw_upstart

03-08-2007, 04:03 PM

Well it looks like I'm gonna be making the haul from WA to CO!! I keep getting a feeling of cold feet, but my buddy just put in for the time off, so now I HAVE to. I'll be calling KOA today to see about getting a spot.

Since I got the time I'm gonna do as much as I possibly can to get Meg ready to make it there AND back. Otherwise it's gonna be a long tow home behind a Toyota. That'll be enough to hang my head for quite some time.

BRUTUS

03-08-2007, 04:24 PM

Sweetness... look forward to seeing you there!

Has anyone heard if Flint's buddy Cappa is coming to Ouray? :D

bigun

03-08-2007, 04:46 PM

Sweetness... look forward to seeing you there!

Has anyone heard if Flint's buddy Cappa is coming to Ouray? :D I was going to be quite, but rumor has it he is still high centered at the mall!

fulsizjeep

03-10-2007, 08:57 PM

We have a new reservation made at KOA by David Gibson. He joined us in 2005 with his green 79 J10 and will be back this year towing a CJ5. David hails from Houston if I remember correctly. Welcome David! :thumbsup:

Well it looks like I'm gonna be making the haul from WA to CO!! I keep getting a feeling of cold feet, but my buddy just put in for the time off, so now I HAVE to. I'll be calling KOA today to see about getting a spot.
Sorry I missed your post. Welcome! Did you get site 51 by any chance?

Looks like we got over 20 FSJs showing up this year. Best I can figure, if everyone shows, so far it will be 23 or 24 FSJs. That is awesome!

will e

03-11-2007, 10:26 AM

Looks like we got over 20 FSJs showing up this year. Best I can figure, if everyone shows, so far it will be 23 or 24 FSJs. That is awesome!

Excellent! Hoepfully we won't have a lot of people drop out. With this many people to choose from I should have no problem handing out the BOS

Jeepstress

03-11-2007, 07:48 PM

Excellent! Hoepfully we won't have a lot of people drop out. With this many people to choose from I should have no problem handing out the BOS

Don't be so quick to hand out that Boa! It's a democratic process and I suspect that I'll have a few nominations myself. :p

BRUTUS

03-12-2007, 08:29 AM

Don't be so quick to hand out that Boa! It's a democratic process and I suspect that I'll have a few nominations myself. :p

:whistle:

will e

03-12-2007, 01:23 PM

Don't be so quick to hand out that Boa! It's a democratic process and I suspect that I'll have a few nominations myself. :p

Don't you fret. It will be a well thought out process.

waggy401

03-16-2007, 06:42 PM

Oh please, God, don't let it be me. I can't do anything stupid 'cause I still need to drive :drivin: the 1000 miles back home. . .

:noevil:

bigun

03-16-2007, 07:58 PM

Don't be so quick to hand out that Boa! It's a democratic process and I suspect that I'll have a few nominations myself. :p
Reminder to self keep quadricrud comments to self!! LOL

bigun

03-16-2007, 07:59 PM

Oh please, God, don't let it be me. I can't do anything stupid 'cause I still need to drive :drivin: the 1000 miles back home. . .

:noevil:
Just don't eat the yellow snow:lol::lol::lol:

Jeepstress

03-16-2007, 11:26 PM

Reminder to self keep quadricrud comments to self!! LOL

Too late Charlie! You and Jason are my top picks for the Boa simply because you've both pissed me off with the QT bashing. I will see to it that you both pay for the slight. I love you both, but rightous justice can hurt.

bigun

03-17-2007, 12:40 AM

will e

03-17-2007, 10:14 AM

Too late Charlie! You and Jason are my top picks for the Boa simply because you've both pissed me off with the QT bashing. I will see to it that you both pay for the slight. I love you both, but rightous justice can hurt.

Watch out boys, Jeepstress has maximum influence on BOS passing.

Don't worry Waggy401, it doesn't necessarly go to the person with the most break downs, mess ups or least luck. I got it for simply being a little gullible. :)

bigun

03-17-2007, 10:37 AM

Watch out boys, Jeepstress has maximum influence on BOS passing.

Don't worry Waggy401, it doesn't necessarly go to the person with the most break downs, mess ups or least luck. I got it for simply being a little gullible. :)
Snort!! Well Crom will be ready to try that pass again this year we are adding on board O2 tanks so that Bart and I won't pass out due to oxygen deprivation!

grand_wag_85

03-17-2007, 09:39 PM

Snort!! Well Crom will be ready to try that pass again this year we are adding on board O2 tanks so that Bart and I won't pass out due to oxygen deprivation!
Paint 'em blue and throw a NOS sticker on there to throw the rice folk off:p

Gambler68

03-18-2007, 08:28 AM

http://www.ifsja.org/forums/vb/showthread.php?p=578818&posted=1#post578818

just saw this in the classifieds section here. Parts yard up in Hotchkiss, which isn't far outta Montrose (probably an hour from Ouray). May be a good resource if anyone needs parts during the invasion, or just wants to go junkyarding one of the days :D

bigun

03-18-2007, 08:52 AM

Yeah I saw that earlier!!!

fulsizjeep

03-18-2007, 11:33 AM

Ryan......... Oh boy...... you know durn well that everything west of the divide is subject to Jubilee Jeeps inspection. ;)

Gambler68

03-18-2007, 12:22 PM

Ryan......... Oh boy...... you know durn well that everything west of the divide is subject to Jubilee Jeeps inspection. ;)

Well, way I see it, us mountain drivers can get there twice as fast as the flatlanders, so it'll be easy to beat em there :P :drivin:

bigun

03-18-2007, 04:05 PM

Well, way I see it, us mountain drivers can get there twice as fast as the flatlanders, so it'll be easy to beat em there :P :drivin:
Do you want to race!! Remember on Crom dents don't matter!! Unlike you fellers who worry about body damage. Also we are right at 7,000 feet here so who you callin flatlander?

Gambler68

03-19-2007, 11:21 AM

Do you want to race!! Remember on Crom dents don't matter!! Unlike you fellers who worry about body damage. Also we are right at 7,000 feet here so who you callin flatlander?

I'd smoke ya with my tiny 33"s :D :fsj:

hmmm...maybe we should organize some drag races at 10k ;)

will e

03-19-2007, 11:38 AM

I'd smoke ya with my tiny 33"s :D :fsj:

hmmm...maybe we should organize some drag races at 10k ;)

Just remember that all Jeeps reach terminal velocity at about the same time. ;)

grand_wag_85

03-19-2007, 01:03 PM

Just remember that all Jeeps reach terminal velocity at about the same time. ;)
:funny:

Gambler68

03-20-2007, 08:53 AM

we could do time trials on some of those long straightaways where theres no dropoff.. :o

i'm still looking for a heavy drop parachute to bolt to the roof...

fulsizjeep

03-20-2007, 11:35 AM

Hey Everybody... Taking a break from bench racing off mountain tops for this update... ;)

Looks like we have another member looking into getting a site at the KOA. This summer's Invasion is gonna be quite a crowd if everyone shows that I have heard from. :thumbsup:

Throwing up the KOA map again... If you are coming and don't see your place on the map, post up please. Thanks.

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/07ouray/koamap.jpg

Carry On! :drivin:

Gambler68

03-20-2007, 12:26 PM

I guess our horror stories from last year didn't scare off the masses :D :thumbsup:

Gana be a great time!!

will e

03-20-2007, 03:06 PM

I am thinking we can set up a Web Cam at site 60 for Joe (Camp Nazi) as an early warning system for when he comes to break up the party.

grand_wag_85

03-20-2007, 03:26 PM

I've got spot 46 so you can pencil me in there:)

fulsizjeep

03-20-2007, 04:55 PM

Sean - Sorry, but I ust have too many copies of that durn map floating around. You are back on it! :cool:

grand_wag_85

03-20-2007, 06:33 PM

Sean - Sorry, but I ust have too many copies of that durn map floating around. You are back on it! :cool:

No problem:cool:

BRUTUS

03-20-2007, 06:37 PM

Is it safe to assume that "Shane Oliver" ISN'T a FSJ'er? Should we plant numerous rocks in his campsite so there is nowhere to put a tent on flat ground? :D

bigun

03-21-2007, 12:45 AM

WOW!!! Lots of folks coming this year

Gambler68

03-21-2007, 06:47 AM

Is it safe to assume that "Shane Oliver" ISN'T a FSJ'er?

by gawd, he will be by the time we're done with that side of the KOA!! :cool:

Ralph Rogers

03-21-2007, 10:52 AM

Hey Ryan, I don't see your name on the map. I know you are a permanant fixture, but.......

Ralph

BRUTUS

03-21-2007, 11:07 AM

Hey Ryan, I don't see your name on the map. I know you are a permanant fixture, but.......

Ralph

Good point... no excuses this time either cuz the chero is running! :D

Gambler68

03-21-2007, 11:54 AM

Good point... no excuses this time either cuz the chero is running! :D

I'm going to float wherever there's an extra spot and split the nights fee for it if needed. Just gana be me, cherk, tent, and small fluffy bear dog, though my gf and daughter hopefully will come up friday night and stay around Sat. for a trail run (something non dangerous like Minnie and Maggie, maybe the Alpine Loop.) Probably will see if there's a cabin open for fri later on (ie, when we have some $$) for them..they're civilized injuns :P (unlike me)

I'm still hoping for some backcountry camping, going to scout out some locations this june, figure most of the lower runs will be open by then.

grand_wag_85

03-21-2007, 01:04 PM

I'm going to float wherever there's an extra spot and split the nights fee for it if needed. Just gana be me, cherk, tent, and small fluffy bear dog, though my gf and daughter hopefully will come up friday night and stay around Sat. for a trail run (something non dangerous like Minnie and Maggie, maybe the Alpine Loop.) Probably will see if there's a cabin open for fri later on (ie, when we have some $$) for them..they're civilized injuns :P (unlike me)

I'm still hoping for some backcountry camping, going to scout out some locations this june, figure most of the lower runs will be open by then.

If 46 is big enough for 2 tents& 2 trucks, I'll have an extra spot as it looks like I'll be making the trip solo.......................

Gambler68

03-21-2007, 02:38 PM

If 46 is big enough for 2 tents& 2 trucks, I'll have an extra spot as it looks like I'll be making the trip solo.......................

are you going to fix your frame before coming out, just saw that in the wanted section :eek:

I have an 82 J10 frame section, already cut if you can't find anything closer..

BRUTUS

03-21-2007, 02:39 PM

If 46 is big enough for 2 tents& 2 trucks, I'll have an extra spot as it looks like I'll be making the trip solo.......................

I think it will work. I didn't stay on that side last year so I don't remember exactly but I think it would work.

EDIT: you could PM the guys that did stay on that side... SVO42 & Riverrat stayed in 46 last year. Also, NE715 was in 46a last year.

grand_wag_85

03-21-2007, 03:12 PM

are you going to fix your frame before coming out, just saw that in the wanted section :eek:

I have an 82 J10 frame section, already cut if you can't find anything closer..
Don't know yet but I'm gonna swap the entire frame while I'm at it. I won't be taking the J10 but rather the Cherokee. Not that the old gal wouldn't make it out, we just don't use it for anything but farm work.

Brutus-Thanks for the heads-up

RiverRat

03-21-2007, 04:37 PM

I think Ryan is staying with us some nights... if not someone else is welcomed to, we only have 1 vehicle and 1 tent and are looking to cut costs if we can. $25 a night is by far the most I've ever paid for camping!

bigun

03-21-2007, 11:00 PM

Ryan has always relied on the kindness of others LOL

Gambler68

03-22-2007, 07:55 AM

Ryan has always relied on the kindness of others LOL

lol, hey now!

fulsizjeep

03-22-2007, 06:24 PM

I just thought of something... You could write a very confusing book from all the posts in this thread. Each year, the main Ouray thread just goes on and on and on and seems very fregmented but ultimately, we come together and cruise the passes with FSJ clan fellowship in July. That's just cool. :cool:

nw_upstart

03-22-2007, 06:27 PM

Just booked site 45!!! Now i'm official!

will e

03-22-2007, 09:34 PM

Hey nw_upstart, glad you are going to join the party!. It's a great group of folks to hang out and go wheel'n with. The area surronding Ouray is, without a doubt, some of the most beautiful in the world and, I can tell you, the best I have ever seen.

I cannot wait for this!

Gambler68

03-22-2007, 10:21 PM

I found this pic from last years celebration, just so these newcomers know what it's like:

http://my.opera.com/dpaint4/homes/albums/127446/thumbs/Fraggle%20Rock%20-%201280x800px.jpg_thumb.jpg

bigun

03-22-2007, 10:39 PM

The gathering on mission of support for Flint!
http://www.fullsizejeeps.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10014/100_3664-1_%28Small%29.jpg

Shenanigans at camp

http://www.fullsizejeeps.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10014/FSJkenDLS.jpg

BRUTUS

03-23-2007, 02:08 AM

Who spends more time on here again? I love that picture of all of us ready to go up Imogene.

bigun

03-23-2007, 07:29 AM

Who spends more time on here again? I love that picture of all of us ready to go up Imogene.
Like I said before when I ain't working...
Actually that was the beginning of the run up to Yankee Boy for the final rights for Butterscotch! :(

fulsizjeep

03-23-2007, 08:30 AM

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/04ouray/bones/images/bones_resting_place_jpg.jpg

You all are the greatest. We always like to visit the dogs up there. I guess I have another reason to get to Yankee Boy Basin this year with a hand full of my mother's ashes.

http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/06ouray/giterdun/yankeeboy/yankeebanner.jpg

Looks like I need to update the KOA map! :thumbsup: Welcome! :cool:

I found this pic from last years celebration, just so these newcomers know what it's like:

http://my.opera.com/dpaint4/homes/albums/127446/thumbs/Fraggle%20Rock%20-%201280x800px.jpg_thumb.jpg

Ryan - That is exactly what everyone looked like the morning after Agave, before we ran up to Imogene and almost died! :eek: :lol:

bigun

03-23-2007, 09:14 AM

http://frontier.net/%7Emystkblu/04ouray/bones/images/bones_resting_place_jpg.jpg

You all are the greatest. We always like to visit the dogs up there. I guess I have another reason to get to Yankee Boy Basin this year with a hand full of my mother's ashes.

http://frontier.net/%7Emystkblu/06ouray/giterdun/yankeeboy/yankeebanner.jpg

Sounds like a plan Flint!

Rainman

03-23-2007, 01:30 PM

Y'all can count me in too!

It doesn't take much to convince me (or my girlfriend) to go to Colorado.

Site 52A for those of you keeping score at home.

bigun

03-23-2007, 08:26 PM

Welcome Rainman!!!

fulsizjeep

03-24-2007, 06:13 AM

keeping score and map updated! :thumbsup:

Welcome Rainman!

uglyjeepling

03-27-2007, 10:14 AM

Wow we have a big group thus far for Ouray! Thats great. Keep it goin. It's a great time. I think about it everytime I jump into my FSJ or even look at the mountains, which is everyday. Guess it made an impression! :D

Havent been around in a while. Glad to read everyones posts again.

will e

04-12-2007, 04:55 PM

ALL RIGHT! Only 3 months to go!

fulsizjeep

04-13-2007, 04:58 AM

Matt - Ya gotta check out the TShirt thread. Uglyjeepling made the logo! :thumbsup: On top of Imogene! :cool: Wow we have a big group thus far for Ouray! Thats great. Keep it goin. It's a great time. I think about it everytime I jump into my FSJ or even look at the mountains, which is everyday. Guess it made an impression! :D

Havent been around in a while. Glad to read everyones posts again.

YIPPEEE! :thumbsup: Why is it still snowing dangit? ALL RIGHT! Only 3 months to go!

uglyjeepling

04-17-2007, 10:30 AM

Matt - Ya gotta check out the TShirt thread. Uglyjeepling made the logo! :thumbsup: On top of Imogene! :cool:

I just saw it! I feel very privileged. :rolleyes:

Mark Wilde

04-22-2007, 10:45 PM

BRUTUS

04-23-2007, 12:48 PM

Hari and I got it arranged that I can take his site....it's either 43 or 44. I'll probably call this week and verify. I'll be getting there Tuesday and staying definitely through Saturday with the option of leaving Sunday.

Found rear axle issues yesterday; all pretty easy but time consuming, when I could be working on getting that 401 in and running! It'll be a mad race to giterdun now......

Lord willin' and the creek don't rise, I'll be in Ouray this year for sure! May only be with the 360 though.

Who's going out Tuesday from the Front Range and wants to caravan? Not too soon to start planning.....

Ken and I might be heading through Springs on Tuesday. We took the route south of Springs up through Salida, to Montrose and then down. I really liked it better than I70.

I will have to see how much I can get done on Brutus to see if I can still go as planned.

uglyjeepling

04-23-2007, 02:18 PM

I am moving to 47c w/ RiverRat and SVO42. I am keeping my site untill someone from our group claims it, this keeps FSJ's together. So if anyone wants to move into a nice spot PM me. Thanks.

Ralph Rogers

04-23-2007, 03:03 PM

Site 48 (Ugly's old site) needs to be picked up. Having some non-FSJ types in the middle would be bad.
Ralph

SVO42

04-23-2007, 11:04 PM

Ideally, someone in the sites up around the 50s or 44/45 would want to move in a little closer? :dancingbanana:

Mark Wilde

04-24-2007, 12:53 AM

I am moving to 47c w/ RiverRat and SVO42. I am keeping my site untill someone from our group claims it, this keeps FSJ's together. So if anyone wants to move into a nice spot PM me. Thanks.

PM sent!:D :fsj:

Mark Wilde

04-25-2007, 10:29 AM

Okay, I took site 48 from uglyjeepling. He's moving to 47C, so I'm now down in the main group. Now to get working on the Heep! :D

will e

04-25-2007, 10:20 PM

Okay, I took site 48 from uglyjeepling. He's moving to 47C, so I'm now down in the main group. Now to get working on the Heep! :D

Excellent Mark! Go for what is needed and not what is 'planned'. The Ouray trails are not super technical and don't require a 'built rig'. I did them with 31" tires and a 4" lift with no problem. Focus on GOOD BRAKES and a good running engine. Make sure your hi/low transfer case is working. Some of the trails are 'low gear needed'. Don't worry about lockers or winches or that kinda stuff. You won't get stuck and if you do, there will be help near by.

Looking forward to meeting ya!

Mark Wilde

04-26-2007, 11:57 PM

NEED to do rear brakes, right rear bearing/seal, like to repack front bearings (kind of a need; it's been a while) and may replace front rotors while I've got it apart. Want to get the 401 (:D ) in and running before then, but will settle for a tune-up with plugs, wires, maybe cap/rotor too. I may just rebuild the carb, or at least bring a kit since I don't have a spare.

Already have the lift and tires, I'll run open this year yet since I don't have the funds for a locker, low range is golden, but overhead lights would be REAL nice!:cool: I'm not concerned with what trails I can/can't make; I've tackled some decent ones as she sits and did fine. I know Ouray is generally milder anyway. Just mainly going for the scenery, company and MANY FSJ's! :fsj:

Still need to look at fluids and determine what needs changed. I'm looking at Memorial Day weekend for a major wrenching weekend, to maybe include a motor swap! :drivin:

fulsizjeep

05-02-2007, 02:55 PM

You don't need a 401 for Ouray, but if ya can, giterdun Mark. ;) KOA Map is Updated :fsj:

http://frontier.net/%7Emystkblu/07ouray/koamap.jpg

peluns

05-10-2007, 08:17 PM

New from Illinois.. Considering stopping by and checking out 07 FSJ Invasion on way to Lake Powell family trip in July... have ordered 6" BJ lift and plan to add Dozer II bumper and 12 k winch to our 79 Wagoneer , bought battery, started, took her out of barn ( stored for 3 years ), drove to town, topped off gas tank added PS fluid ( 2 pints ) and dropped off at Stearns Off Road in Energy Illinois , I am familiar with West Creek Co area ...use to have cabin before Haymen Fire ... now we have charcoal acreage bordering Pike National Forest..,. Still bums us out to think about it.. anyway , recently joined Southern Illinois Jeep Association ( sija.org ) attended our club Jeep Jam in Hannibal, MO decided it is time to knock the dust off wagon and get back on the road... let me know status of space availability for camping and trail rides... If I can pull this off I plan to trailer ...want to view pics of our jeep rigs go to http://PLunsford.photosite.com/
PS : I am very interested in XL black tshirt

fulsizjeep

05-11-2007, 12:11 AM

peluns - welcome to the madness of FSJville!

Hope you can join in on the fun in Ouray! The trails are not technically difficult save Poughkeepsie and that is one hump of a climb on one obstacle. The major prep is for altitude because we get up there. Both for the Jeep and physically for you and your passengers. But it is good fun. :thumbsup:

The reservations for KOA are handled through the KOA itself. We get them to hold some sights for us back in the Aspen area of the park. We can kind of isolate any late night chatter to the back corner most the time. So, contact Dave at the KOA and see about somewhere back around 52 or 53 for the back row or 42 or 43 if you want to tent camp and be in the vacinity of most of us. If you can't get in there, there are plenty of nice spots in the park. Cabins too. The front area next to the lake is actually not bad around E, F or G for other tent options. Dave can fix you up. Tell him you are with the Full Size Jeep group.

The unofficial website for Ouray FSJ Invasion is:
http://frontier.net/~mystkblu/07ouray

Have safe travels! :cool:

will e

05-11-2007, 01:47 AM

peluns - welcome to the madness of FSJville!
see about somewhere back around 52 or 53 for the back row or 42 or 43 if you want to tent camp and be in the vacinity of most of us. If you can't get in there, there are plenty of nice spots in the park. Cabins too. The front area next to the lake is actually not bad around E, F or G for other tent options. Dave can fix you up. Tell him you are with the Full Size Jeep group.

You can put trailers on some of the tent sites depending on the size of your trailer. There are no hook ups. Ask Dave if you have any questions.

Gambler68

05-11-2007, 06:48 PM

:confused: What happened to the Charity Thread? :confused:

will e

05-12-2007, 12:43 PM

:confused: What happened to the Charity Thread? :confused:

Its still around. You have your default set to 'show me threads that have had a message in the last 2 months'.

Rainman

05-13-2007, 09:38 PM

fulsizjeep

05-14-2007, 07:37 AM

Rainman - I have been told by people much smarter and more experienced than myself that there is no such thing as coincidence. ;)

youngjeeper

05-14-2007, 11:03 PM

Well Since I'm back in Utah..I guess I'll have to come out to Ouray! Although I'll be in my '02 blazer. Maybe someone will have an open seat..if not I do have 4wheel drive. I guess I need to reserve a site!

HOOT

05-15-2007, 12:17 AM

Had chinese for dinner last night and received an appropriate fortune in my cookie:
http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r206/jaydub46and2/misc/2007-05-12-Fortune.jpg

While the Great Basin isn't the sandiest (is that even a word?) desert around, there is still plenty of sand.

The first two "lucky" numbers on the back are 5 (the day I'm leaving Sacramento) and 10 (the first day in Ouray).

This is kind of freaky here, with the fortune and dates.
Back in 2003 my vacation schedule was this:
Dec 5th, leave KY with J20 and trailer.
Drive to San Fransisco to pick up Cherokee.(dropped off rolling MG frame)
Depart Dec 10th and head back home.
I found crossing Desert to be an experience,both ways. Can't wait to do it again. Can't wait to do it again!!!:drivin: :fsj: :thumbsup: