ChildrenOfBodom
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If we do a physical meetup of 4Runners at the event, I'm interested in going. I live in Orange County.
Official 4Runner Off-Road G+ Hangout
- Thread starter TheWildOne
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RiFF RaFF
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[MENTION=102111]TheWildOne[/MENTION]
Okay I accept the challenge!
1. It has to be a "Daily Driver". That is they have to drive it to and from the wheeling areas.
2. The topography should be varied (like it is for the majority of us). Such as - mud, rocks, steep inclines, and water - DEEP water. Snow would be even better covering all the hazards!
3. They have to be able to repair whatever breaks while on the trail. Help from fellow 4Runner drivers is allowed in this case. We stick together!
4. Lastly - did I mention they have to drive it home? Just like 99 percent of us do.
:boxing:
Believe it or not I have driven all the above, and still drove my 4Runner there, and home again. Let's see them do that.
:smokin:
Come on 4Runner community - let's throw the whole world at these guys!
Okay I accept the challenge!
1. It has to be a "Daily Driver". That is they have to drive it to and from the wheeling areas.
2. The topography should be varied (like it is for the majority of us). Such as - mud, rocks, steep inclines, and water - DEEP water. Snow would be even better covering all the hazards!
3. They have to be able to repair whatever breaks while on the trail. Help from fellow 4Runner drivers is allowed in this case. We stick together!
4. Lastly - did I mention they have to drive it home? Just like 99 percent of us do.
:boxing:
Believe it or not I have driven all the above, and still drove my 4Runner there, and home again. Let's see them do that.
:smokin:
Come on 4Runner community - let's throw the whole world at these guys!
I would like to see it going through some higher speed desert terrain (like the raptor from one of the first Top Gear America episodes). I compete in S.C.O.R.E and B.I.T.D along with a few other desert racing sanctions so this is where my heart lies. Heck, I would love to see it go head to head with a limited class (like my class 16) desert race vehicle. Obviously it isnt going to to be able to keep up through most terrain but it would be a great show to see just how well it does against a 1700# 100hp buggy with 15-16" of suspension travel. haha. I will gladly offer my time and buggy to make this happen :car::nod: Ill even tow it with my 3rd gen just to keep the 4runner involved. lol
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Intruder
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Pretty sure I've done all that in my plastic-wrapped mall crawler that I drive to and from work every day.[MENTION=102111]TheWildOne[/MENTION]
Okay I accept the challenge!
1. It has to be a "Daily Driver". That is they have to drive it to and from the wheeling areas.
2. The topography should be varied (like it is for the majority of us). Such as - mud, rocks, steep inclines, and water - DEEP water. Snow would be even better covering all the hazards!
3. They have to be able to repair whatever breaks while on the trail. Help from fellow 4Runner drivers is allowed in this case. We stick together!
4. Lastly - did I mention they have to drive it home? Just like 99 percent of us do.
:boxing:
Believe it or not I have driven all the above, and still drove my 4Runner there, and home again. Let's see them do that.
:smokin:
Come on 4Runner community - let's throw the whole world at these guys!
4Running Daily
New member
You guys should allow us to come to the filming and watch.
TheWildOne
New member
Okay I accept the challenge!
1. It has to be a "Daily Driver". That is they have to drive it to and from the wheeling areas.
2. The topography should be varied (like it is for the majority of us). Such as - mud, rocks, steep inclines, and water - DEEP water. Snow would be even better covering all the hazards!
3. They have to be able to repair whatever breaks while on the trail. Help from fellow 4Runner drivers is allowed in this case. We stick together!
4. Lastly - did I mention they have to drive it home? Just like 99 percent of us do.
:boxing:
Believe it or not I have driven all the above, and still drove my 4Runner there, and home again. Let's see them do that.
:smokin:
Come on 4Runner community - let's throw the whole world at these guys!
It's a stock 2014 Trail, no mods. I'm working on getting the wildest terrain we can find, including a water-fording demo, so bring on the questions and requests boys. :guitar3: https://plus.google.com/events/cv0ch0ju6cr76gt6c50d7aj1tas
Awesome idea! Depending on where we end up broadcasting from, I'll run it up the chain. Might be at a dirt racecourse, so we'll see if I can invite forum members to watch from the sidelines. I'll do my best, but no promises. I'm not our legal department. :noidea:
ChildrenOfBodom
Moderator
Let us park our 4Runners nearby, be sure to get them in the shot, yeah? Haha I can bring up to four, but i'll likely just bring the two faves.
Quatre Coureur
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^This. It would be awesome to watch live. May I suggest Azusa Canyon? It's just east of L.A., has rocks, mud, sand, and water crossings. Top Gear just recently shot an episode there. Adam rolled a brand new Dodge Ram! Just ask Rutledge...
Please! We promise to behave ourselves. Besides its the 30th anniversary of the 4Runner!
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TheWildOne
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^This. It would be awesome to watch live. May I suggest Azusa Canyon? It's just east of L.A., has rocks, mud, sand, and water crossings. Top Gear just recently shot an episode there. Adam rolled a brand new Dodge Ram! Just ask Rutledge...
Please! We promise to behave ourselves. Besides its the 30th anniversary of the 4Runner!
It's on our list of possible places Quatre Coureur, thanks for the suggestion. It all depends on where we can get an solid Internet feed. I'll keep you guys posted.
In the meantime, if you haven't already, join the 4Runner Facebook group for updates and sweet off-road photos. We also feature fan photos, so be sure to submit. Like and shares make my job easier: https://www.facebook.com/4runner
Keep it Wild!
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Ben George
Copywriter & 4Runner Fan
Saatchi LA
Quatre Coureur
New member
Yes. Just a 40 minute drive.
TheWildOne
New member
Hangout Location Updates
Hey guys,
Just some updates on location. We had two options, a private ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains, and the Wildomar OHV area.
Unfortunately, we can't do Wildomar. Cleveland Forest has had some closures weather and fire closures lately, and the Park Service won't keep any OHV area in CA open if they issue one. We can't risk not having a location on the live day, so we had to go with the private ranch.
I highly recommend checking out Wildomar if you get the chance. Here's a link to more info: Cleveland National Forest - Wildomar OHV Area The "Bad Idea Trail" is legendary.
Since it's private land, that also means we can't open the event up to the public (insurance issues and all that). Bummer, I know, but there's still going to be some awesome off-roading for your viewing pleasure.
I can't wait for you guys to tune in to see Andy and Rutledge. Keep your questions coming and let me know if there's anything I can do to help you Keep It Wild.
Don't forget to tune in on 1/23!
https://plus.google.com/events/cv0ch0ju6cr76gt6c50d7aj1tas
:roadkill:
Ben George
Copywriter and 4Runner Fan
Saatchi & Saatchi LA
Hey guys,
Just some updates on location. We had two options, a private ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains, and the Wildomar OHV area.
Unfortunately, we can't do Wildomar. Cleveland Forest has had some closures weather and fire closures lately, and the Park Service won't keep any OHV area in CA open if they issue one. We can't risk not having a location on the live day, so we had to go with the private ranch.
I highly recommend checking out Wildomar if you get the chance. Here's a link to more info: Cleveland National Forest - Wildomar OHV Area The "Bad Idea Trail" is legendary.
Since it's private land, that also means we can't open the event up to the public (insurance issues and all that). Bummer, I know, but there's still going to be some awesome off-roading for your viewing pleasure.
I can't wait for you guys to tune in to see Andy and Rutledge. Keep your questions coming and let me know if there's anything I can do to help you Keep It Wild.
Don't forget to tune in on 1/23!
https://plus.google.com/events/cv0ch0ju6cr76gt6c50d7aj1tas
:roadkill:
Ben George
Copywriter and 4Runner Fan
Saatchi & Saatchi LA
4Runner4TW
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Made an account just for this. I was at the dealership a few weeks ago getting my 3rd gen serviced and almost walked out with the new 4Runner. I love the new design! Im holding out hoping a diesel will someday make its way into the 4Runner and brought state side...
TheWildOne
New member
Miss the Hangout? Watch it uncut!
Hey 4Runner Fans,
Thank you for all your amazing questions and participation in the live Hangout today. It was a wild! In case you missed the live broadcast today with Andy Bell and Rutledge Wood, you can check it out here, uncut:
We answered about 5 more off-air (coming soon), but there are some pretty gnarly demos in here.
I'd love to know your favorite moments or questions that the guys answered. We'll do a cut-down with the best moments and new questions.
Keep It Wild,
:roadkill:
Ben George
Copywriter and 4Runner Fan
Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles
Hey 4Runner Fans,
Thank you for all your amazing questions and participation in the live Hangout today. It was a wild! In case you missed the live broadcast today with Andy Bell and Rutledge Wood, you can check it out here, uncut:
We answered about 5 more off-air (coming soon), but there are some pretty gnarly demos in here.
I'd love to know your favorite moments or questions that the guys answered. We'll do a cut-down with the best moments and new questions.
Keep It Wild,
:roadkill:
Ben George
Copywriter and 4Runner Fan
Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles
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having fun
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So basicly, they tested this on a forestry dirt type trail. Not to much of a challenge for any suv.
Did like the new setup of speed control DAC and the climb control, and the manual shift transfer case.
Did like the new setup of speed control DAC and the climb control, and the manual shift transfer case.
4Running Daily
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I still think it would be cool to have a Toyota Sponsored event where they ask 4Runner owners to bring their 4Runner out for an epic group picture that would be featured on their website, or even a Toyota Owners Commercial "Join our community" or something along those lines.
TheWildOne
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Well... Someone brought another new SUV up there and we had to tow it out. I won't name names, so you'll have to guess. It rhymes with cheap.
That tight turn for KDSS was a tough one though. It's hard to tell from far away, but those boulders were pretty big.
That tight turn for KDSS was a tough one though. It's hard to tell from far away, but those boulders were pretty big.
