rideexileex
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This thread is going far off topic from 3rd gens and needs to be closed...
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98 SR5 - The "Dirt Duster" build
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rickashay
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Well that just too damn bad Isaac! hahaha No offence taken. No but seriously, that's the beauty of it all, we all get to build these things to suite our individual needs. I hope you still plan on visiting this thread, despite you dis-interest in the bedliner line chosen
lolThanks man! "r_addison" on IG. I'm not on there as much as the forums but still....
Damn you! haha You guys still got a Rubicon trip in the planning stages? I'll be in Washington/Oregon @ the end of April/Early May and we should meet up and hit the trails!
downpour11
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We have one planned now if you'll be coming to Norcal around that time!
the great him
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let us know when you come down, id be willing to break some stuff on on the trail trying to keep up... :bored:
rideexileex
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Why have I not been given details?! I'm still trying to get a move to CO planned...
downpour11
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I thought you said you couldn't make it last month?
We're going next weekend if you can make it! lol
Well, if Addison is coming down. Then you guys should convoy down here, then we can go to the Con in April/May. EXCEPT I'm not sure if we can because there will be too much snow (not sure if it's open).... but we can still go?
rickashay
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?!?!?! Have any dates?
lol Once I get my trips plans solidified I'll post up over here and see if any T4R'ers can meet up. I''l be heading south from Alberta to Moab, then heading east to DV, then North up through Cali and into Oregon/Washington.
CO... so many trips to do.... Holy Cross?
Yah I'm coming down in the spring but understand I might be somewhat limited due to the time of year. As above I'll be doing Moab, DV, Norcal, oregon/washington.
I might be willing to do it as long as the trail is open and depending on spring thaw and snow conditions. I would definitely stay off the Con' though if it was officially closed... that trail has so much bad publicity and so much work has been made to keep it open this long, it's not worth the risk.
downpour11
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No dates as of yet, the idea just popped into my mind about 10 minutes ago when you mentioned traveling outside of Canada lol
You'll definitely need to cruise by Chico so we can get some alcohol in our blood.
Do phones in Canada work in the U.S.? Or do you need a Mexico calling card :flipoff: :lmao:
rickashay
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Hahah so it's been in planning stages for a lllloooonnnngggg time. I'll let everyone know when my dates are firm. Stoked to put some miles on the truck!
Do your cell phones receive morse code? I'll beep you a message.:canada:
downpour11
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rideexileex
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:canada: lol Roadtrips to the states are easy for canadians because gas is so much cheaper for them....
ha, all kidding aside, that will be an awesome, long cruise! :car:
ha, all kidding aside, that will be an awesome, long cruise! :car:
Hepar
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I just checked out your recents photos. Right back at you. You're taking some really good shots.
rickashay
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Thanks Quinn! You get that ARB thrown on your T4R yet?
Ooohhh tell me more! haha Yup I would love to hit up the woods of Oregon. I was looking into the Evens Creek area already but am open to ideas. Maybe shoot me a PM and we'll chat.
Got out wheeling yesterday! Didn't take as many photos as I usually do... I guess I was just taking in the whole experience more as I dont get to the mountains as much as I used to. Funny how you appreciate the finer things so much more once your circumstances change. It was just good to smell the fresh air and be out with some friends. Despite the lack of flex shots, the trail was actually fairly technical. About 10" of fresh snow with an icey layer underneath that kept us cringing everytime we were off camber. I nearly slid into several trees. The Kevlars were wicked in the snow though, no complaints. I had them aired down to 8 psi most of the day which is probably as low as I will go until I am on beadlocks, and even then, I wouldnt air down this low in the summer on dry terrain. My observations are that the 80 is definitely LARGER than the 4Runner but it's quote a bit more comfortable offroad especially in the off-camber sections. It doest lean near as much as the 4Runner. It's a tank, you can feel all that weight all the time, the truck has a mind of it's own sometimes when things get slippery where the 4Runner was for sure more agile, despite the turning radius being way better in the 80.
Jeff's little pickup that could. This thing killed it on the trail today!
20121102-IMG_2010.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
Ron being a boss in the "garden"
20121102-IMG_1999.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
Tom post-wheel scratching
20121102-IMG_1994.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
20121102-IMG_2018.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
Did I say that it was gorgeous out there today?
20121102-IMG_2021.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
20121102-IMG_2028.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
Wide shot of Dave dropping into the creek
20121102-IMG_2033.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
20121102-IMG_2034.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
20121102-IMG_2037.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
This was TIGHT... inches to spare on either side
20121102-IMG_2046.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
20121102-IMG_2049.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
Winter Wonderland
20121102-IMG_2060.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr
EDIT: I just thought I would share something I forgot to mention. After and during this trail everyone was mentioning how tight and overgrown it was, and how their trucks were getting scratched. I laughed.... at them. LineX doesnt get scratched
hahaha
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downpour11
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Awesome shots! Can't wait for snow. Saw about a 1/2" up in the high lakes yesterday lol... boooo.
shouldbeasy
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Nice pictures.
the great him
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Drool
rideexileex
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Photos are awesome - shooting in the snow can be a bit tricky... nailed it
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