Group Overland Trip

[daniel3507]

I don't know who all is familiar with overlanding, but its basically traveling to remote places with off road vehicles. Its more about the journey and adventure than the destination. Its like a road trip that's almost entirely off road and you camp instead of staying in hotels. Over the past couple years I've become very interested in this, especially after following Travis's build thread and reading his website, safaripacific.com. I know our fall meeting kind of fell apart so I figured if this idea had a chance, we need to plan way in advance. I'm wondering if anyone would be interested in a 2 or 3 day overlanding trip on the K-Trail? This is a popular trip on other forums and people always seem to have a blast. It stretches all the way from Clayton, OK to Hot Springs ,AR. For this trip though the plan is to end at Mena, AR which is about 100 miles. The place. It is currently scheduled for Saturday morning, March 17.

UPDATED 3/04/12
ATTENDING
sbsrlewis

[Tulsa Time]

Sounds like fun. I have been thinking of something similar. I have heard of trails in NW Arkansas near Cass. I want to spend a day traveling (Cass is only 3-4 hours from the house) and running up a trail till I/we find a good, secluded camp site. Once there, we would set up a base camp and spend the next day(s) wheeling, fishing and chilling. The final day we break camp and travel home.
This could easily be done on a three day weekend allotting the middle day for fun time.
On a personal note, my truck isn’t ready for any traveling (much less a full day of wheeling) right now. The 3.0 is tired. I have a 4.0 which I hope to swap in early next spring. After that, I would still need an 8.8” rear to be comfortable. I’m shooting for next summer on the rear end. The Ranger still wouldn’t exactly be “finished” at that point but I could at least take it on a light(ish) excursion.
Once my truck is ready (and after some serious kissing up to my wife) either type of adventure sounds like a good time to me.

[daniel3507]

Glad to see there is some interest in the idea. Ive never heard of the area youre talking about. I'll have to look into it.

[country0001]

I'd be interested, I just need to get more trail ready

[Gotta_gofast]

That sounds bad ass!

[daniel3507]

I'd be interested, I just need to get more trail ready

Believe me, Im the least trail ready of all haha.

Hey Tulsa, you have any information on Cass?

Here are some youtube videos of the texas hill country route.
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[daniel3507]

That sounds bad ass!

Make the trip and come with us!

[country0001]

Believe me, Im the least trail ready of all haha.

You may not be trail ready, but I see you being chauffered around in that Raptor. Its ready:icon_thumby:. Lol

[daniel3507]

You may not be trail ready, but I see you being chauffered around in that Raptor. Its ready:icon_thumby:. Lol

Hahaha. True, but its time for the ranger to get its turn haha.

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[country0001]

Ive seen you around town. Lol.

[daniel3507]

Ive seen you around town. Lol.

Next time honk and acted pissed off. I'll have some fun with her and make her feel she did something wrong haha.

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[country0001]

I would have, but I was in chevys at the time and I was embarrassed. My lil state truck is a colorado and I try not to advertise that Im in it.

This idea should go over well. Steves B2 is trail tested and approved. Uno's B2 looks ready for overland. Frank is a scout leader. Id have to decide betw the F150 & B2.

When are you wanting to do this

[daniel3507]

I was just kind of thinking anytime everyone is ready and able to go. I wasnt thinking anytime soon really. Maybe spring or so.

[Jim Oaks]

I was planning to use the B2 for trips and build a camper out of a Ranger bed with a shell to match it. Vanessa and I love to travel. We'd like to actually go cross country, but not sure if I want to go that far in a B2. Thought about putting a shell on the F-150 and head west.

Believe it or not, we're even considering buying an older Chevy Suburban and building it to be able to go cross country and sleep in. We went to the junk yard and measured the inside of a bunch of vehicles and took in to consideration cost and ease to work on (which ruled out any vans due to the motor placement) and decided on a Chevy Suburban. The Expedition was a close second, but doesn't have enough room behind the second row seats for me to sleep like the Suburban does.

The other idea was to stretch the frame on an extended cab Ranger and add a 7-foot Ranger bed and cap for a camper, or dumping the bed and adding a box that was a camper similar to the Unicats.

Unfortunately, the Suburban would be the cheaper way to go. Another nice feature is not having to exit the vehicle to get in to the camper section.

[Will]

I've been interested in this, too. I used to do that for a living actually, except with guns and shit. Sleep under the stars, though. You don't need to sleep in a vehicle. Or we do it in lifted canned-ham trailers.

[Jim Oaks]

I'd be down for it, but I don't really want to be taking the B2 off-road where I could be denting and scratching it up. TRS-2 really isn't an option because I think the motor is in need of overhauling.

[daniel3507]

From what I understand the route through the texas hill country isnt one that would leave a bunch of back country pinstripes on our rigs. It seems to be pretty easy trails and a water crossing or two. I have a .gpx file of the route if anyone is interested in seeing it.
Here are some pictures from the most recent group that went
http://rides.webshots.com/album/581850270ArDDyp?start=0
http://www.hudsonhawk.net/hc2011/index.html

[country0001]

This has sparked quite the interest Daniel. Anything official yet. Lol

[daniel3507]

This has sparked quite the interest Daniel. Anything official yet. Lol

Well not yet. I was kinda thinking spring sometime. The more notice the better for everyone. Honestly im pleasantly surprised so many people are interested in going. Could make for a great time.

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[country0001]

You should be proud. The boss wants to come. Just for a simple Okie gatherin. I might have tan put together by spring.

[sbsrlewis]

funny thing is during my trip to Clayton last month we learned that K-Trail is ALL off-road from Clayton, OK to Mena, AR. My cousin and I are talking about doing it this coming spring if we can free up the time. He talked to a few fireman from Durant that done it in 2 days but said 3 would be idea. you will need 4 wheel drive but I heard its not that bad. would really depend on the weather.

if you go to Google maps and find Clayton the trail is just to the east of there. If you have the labels on it will show you K-Trail and you can follow it to Mena.


Steve

[daniel3507]

I've heard the K-Trail is pretty good.

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[country0001]

Starting to fall together. That sounds like a fun run. Not too far and about the right time of year.

[sbsrlewis]

Country it sounds to me like u better button ur bib overalls, pull the straw from ur mouth n get busy!! LOL

I would love to go n have more RBV's there than just mine. Hard to watch them preform when ur driving.


STEVE

[Jim Oaks]

Did you read this thread:

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=853769

These guys were on the k-trail and someone set a fire on the trail trying to trap them on the trail.

[daniel3507]

Did you read this thread:

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=853769

These guys were on the k-trail and someone set a fire on the trail trying to trap them on the trail.

I just saw that over on expedition portal. Lots of marijuana out there. The trail looks fun though. Im not sure if my little 2wd could make it even after the locker though. Lots of scratches to be expected too from reading other threads.

[country0001]

I think with enough people( i'm sure a few will have protection) we'd be ok.

[country0001]

I just saw that over on expedition portal. Lots of marijuana out there. The trail looks fun though. Im not sure if my little 2wd could make it even after the locker though. Lots of scratches to be expected too from reading other threads.

I've got a D35 and t case that'll fit your truck. lol.

There is always the Raptor:headbang:.

I'm thinkin I wanna buy a winch.

[daniel3507]

I've got a D35 and t case that'll fit your truck. lol.

There is always the Raptor:headbang:.

I'm thinkin I wanna buy a winch.

Dont tempt me with the D35 and t case haha

Believe me I want to take it, but she hasnt quite gotten to the point of wanting to risk scratching the paint haha

[country0001]

I'll have an extra truck if you wanted to take a 4wd. Otherwise we may just have to keep a towstrap handy.

From the pics on pirate, those trucks didn't seem extreme, so 31's would probably be ok.

[daniel3507]

Here are some other pics of the trail
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/43971-Another-South-Eastern-Oklahoma-Adventure

[country0001]

Are we thinkin Spring Breakish or more like April/May

[sbsrlewis]

spring break would be idea weather (hopefully). as for the drop grower....its SE OK and that's what's done there. I never travel into that part of OK WITHOUT taking at least one pistol per truck. The people down there are very protective of their stuff or stuff they think is theirs! Dual Sport riders from Ok, TX, KS and AR use this trail fairly often. My son (9 years old) goes with me and if I was TRUELY worried I wouldnt take him nor would I go. I know some of you will be but you carry a gun too...yes I do. I also carry spare parts. Hope to not have to use either of them.


Steve

[daniel3507]

I like spring break. We need to get an idea of who is going and when everyone is available. If you are seriously interested in this let me know and I'll update the first post with everyone's names. Also, should I add a poll to help decide where we are going? I know some people showed interest when the original plan was to go to texas hill country and people are interested in the K-Trail as well.

[country0001]

Im down for Spring Break on the K trail. Im also cool w protecting my rig if necessary. Spare parts def. Need to start gearing up now. Finding a roof rack and so forth. I went thru both threads. It looks pretty sweet.

[daniel3507]

If we tackle the K-Trail are we going to plan on doing it all in 3 or 4 days?

So right now those with a serious interested in going are myself, country, and sbsrlewis im assuming you are also in?

[sbsrlewis]

Ok here's my deal...yes I plan to go but dont plan it around me by any means. I'm hoping things get better this next year. This divorce is eating my ass! Hard to live off one when use to two. Anyway if money is there I'm there.

What I would like to do is be able to set aside a week, that's why I said spring break, and leave Clayton and take 2+ days to get to Clayton. If the trail is as fun as everyone makes it out to be then I would like to get a good meal in Mena and maybe a shower then take the trail back to Clayton.

That's my $.02


Steve

[country0001]

I hear ya Steve. Money is always tight. Sounds like the start of a plan

[tandangerranger]

I have not been able to participate in any of the meets in the past, but I would like to do this one. I just don't know if I will have that many days. What is the K-trail anyway?

[tandangerranger]

Ok, I just did some research on the k-trail. It looks awsome. I am definitely in as long as the dates will be good for me. I have been itchin to get out on some trails soon since I have my truck all fixed up. It has been down for over 6 months.

[kryptonitecb]

I would also be interested in joining you boys if you don't mind a texan coming along. I'm not to far from ya'll and a weekend trip would be lots of fun. Also would need to be during springbreak for me, us college kids and our schedules.

[daniel3507]

I would also be interested in joining you boys if you don't mind a texan coming along. I'm not to far from ya'll and a weekend trip would be lots of fun. Also would need to be during springbreak for me, us college kids and our schedules.

The more people the better it will be!

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[daniel3507]

I'm going to go ahead and set the date for the week of March 18. This way everyone has plenty of time to prepare and make arrangements.

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[country0001]

What would a rough idea of the schedule look like?

[daniel3507]

I guess that kind of depends on when everyone is able to head out that week.

[kryptonitecb]

when you say the week of the 18th what dates are you referring to? I am trying to find official dates for my spring break so that I can say for sure if I can go.

Also meeting up around noonish on a friday seems like the best time to meet up. The guys that work only have to take one day off, or a monday off to make it a 4 day trip. And gives some of us that have college schedules a chance to wakeup and show up on time.

[daniel3507]

The 18th is a Sunday so I was just thinking anytime that week. I like the idea about meeting up the Friday prior to that though and starting it then.

[sbsrlewis]

How 'bout meeting on Saturday morning for breakfast then hitting the trail? If I get to go that's what I would like to do.

Country I would like to take 2-3 days to get to Mena and then if we like it turn around and take the trip back.

God I hope I get to go!


Steve

[country0001]

I like that Steve. Lets meet in Clayton on Saturday mornin, March 17.

Gotta get to work on that roof rack.

[kryptonitecb]

Hopefully my spring break will correspond to those dates, if they do I'm on this like me on cake.

[daniel3507]

Does anyone know how long the trail is? Im trying to figure out how much extra fuel I will need to bring.

[country0001]

Surely if you fill up in Clayton, you can make it to Mena.

[daniel3507]

Yeah thats true. I may bring an extra 5 gallons or so just in case one of us needs it.

You ever find out when your break is kryptonitecb?

[kryptonitecb]

No, I looked at the schools website and the calendar isn't even up for the next year. They know by now, problem is I don't know where to find it. Luckily I work on campus and will find out after new years holiday.

[sbsrlewis]

Things are looking good for me to make this trip!!! There is a guy that I know with a jeep and he is wanting to go also and he is talking about buying/making a trailer and said he would pull it and could carry our extra stuff. This is going to be fun!! I'm more worried about how much beer to bring! I figure 23 gals will get me there.


Steve

[country0001]

I'm thinkin bout bringing my F150. I'll have plenty of room then for coolers tents and so forth.

[country0001]

Ok, I mapquested the Ktrail. Its approx 76 mi from nashoba to mena.Add in 10-20 miles to Clayton.

So we are talking approx 100 miles of overland fun and camping for two days.

Discuss........

[daniel3507]

This is what I got when I searched for a .gpx file of it. This is motorcycle but I would imagine its the same trail.
http://www.motowhere.com/maps/route/k-trail-mena-to-clayton

Im so freakin' excited about this trip. I have so much to do and buy.

[Transmarobirdeater]

Ok Im ready.The kiamichi trail looks like fun too. So you figure the rednecks in thier peice of crap silverado were protecting their pot. LOL! Rednecks man they are everywhere. Just put a chaw in and act like your lost.They will assume you are one of them.HAHAHA! I should know.

[sbsrlewis]

100 miles of fun!


Steve

[daniel3507]

I cant wait. Everyone is going to need a walkie talkie so we can talk on teh trail

[sbsrlewis]

Walkie talkie?? U better get a CB. I'm running a 40 channel cobra.


Steve

[daniel3507]

I don't know if I will have the time or the money to be able to get one before the trip. I don't even know how to tune the damn things haha

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[sbsrlewis]

I have never "tuned" any of my cb's...it might help them work better but for what i use them for, keeping in touch on the trail, i haven't had any issue.

drop into your local Love's and check there flyers. they have sales on cb's quite a bit. also stop by truck stops. sometimes you can catch package deals at a good price. once you get one you will want one in all your trucks.


Steve

[country0001]

Im just hopin there is cell service.

[sbsrlewis]

Cell service is hit or miss down there at Clayton. I would imagine it would b more miss than hit on the K Trail.


Steve

[kryptonitecb]

X2 to the CB, I have one and the range is longer than a handhold, +no batteries

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[redneckfordranger1986]

sounds like a good time im down ... just got to fix my truck alil more. i got a cb just need to hook it up .

[Tulsa Time]

Ugh! Ranger down! I’ve been limping the 3.0 trying to get by until I swap in my 4.0.
The 3.0 has now developed a hard miss. Today I pulled the plugs to take a look, #3 was extremely oil fouled.
A quick compression check revealed, in order, cylinders 1-6:
87psi
115psi
0 (ZERO) psi
115psi
115psi
115psi
The swap just became a bit of a higher priority but, I leave for China on the 4th. It looks like I’ll be in Columbia or Alabama most of February.
I would love to make a trip like this but I’m just not sure I can have the motor swapped in time. Hopefully I can find a way to make it happen.

[BroncoIIer]

This sounds like exactly what I built my truck for! Hopefully everything goes good on my first test drive! I'm down for spring break if everything is in order by then!:icon_cheers:

[daniel3507]

Alright a little update on the trail. Just want to see what everyone thinks of this. Ive found another .GPX file on the K-Trail. This is a little different from the one I previously posted. This one is on the Central Overlander website which is a great resource for stuff like this. Ive learned a lot about the area from reading over there. This particular file is the route a group of guys from over their took. I trust this one a little more since it is not from a motorcycle website. They started in Hot Springs and ended in Clayton. We obviously wont be going quite that far unless something changes. It looks to be roughly around 100 miles and we will get up to 2,433ft. We would follow this from the dark blue, through the light blue, and would be ending in that weird sea green type color under Dallas, Arkansas at the "Wolf Pen Gap west trailhead" picture.

Here is the link to the .gpx file.
https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B0PxUaN1d1OZZTQ2YWQyNDYtYjNjNC00ZDY2LThmO GQtNmQ0YjU3MDRhODMw&hl=en&authkey=CMfG2JkP

When you download it you will then need to upload it to this website if you want to view it on your computer. You can select what you want to view it in. I like google earth.
http://www.gpsvisualizer.com/?ref=ge&time=1321457225

[country0001]

Something else to consider in all of this is the weather.......

I've been following the farmers almanac this year and its been pretty spot on. Its calling for stormy weather for the region for the 16th-19th.

I'm just throwing this out there.

I'm not sure if I'm going to make it this trip or not. Depends on my funds, a couple of things have came up and I need tires for the B2. Also starting the SAS on my other B2.

I'm still considering it tho.....

[BroncoIIer]

Hopefully the weather will be nice. Since we are in Oklahoma it could be a blizzard or clear and 100 deg.

It Looks like by the map we would get off the trail on highway 71 to get to Mena? Then either part ways to home or turn around and take the trail back? I'm stoked for this trip! Already started to prepare my truck. Spare Hubs, u joint, and electric fan; check!

[sbsrlewis]

Rain would suck because of camping in it plus I wouldn't get to run my 1/2 doors. But other than that COME ON MARCH!!


Steve

[daniel3507]

Yeah I really hope it doesnt rain. Might make it way harder for my 2wd. Guess we'll wait and see

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[country0001]

Do we need to install some tow hooks on the front of your truck Daniel?

[daniel3507]

Do we need to install some tow hooks on the front of your truck Daniel?

Nope. Already got 2 up front and one on the back. Hopefully they wont get too much use. I'm wanting to get some new recovery straps though.

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[country0001]

I'm going to have an extra front end. Sure you don't wanna make yours 4wd?

Got my D30 the other day.

[daniel3507]

There is nothing I would like more than to make my truck 4wd. Just don't have the funds at the moment for a front end, t case and everything that goes with it.

[sbsrlewis]

Just go get it from him. Tell Country u'll pay when u win the lotto!!

Hell go over there n have him help put I n too. Then u can help him so he can make it also.


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

Daniel also that new info u found...the link take me to a sign in page for google. Is that right?

Steve

[daniel3507]

It should got to a google docs screen. I attached a picture of how it should look. If it doesnt work let me know and I can pm or email it.


What gears are in that front end?

[sbsrlewis]

It is still taking me to a google page to log in. Can u email to me? Steven.Lewis@tinker.af.mil


Steve

[daniel3507]

It is still taking me to a google page to log in. Can u email to me? Steven.Lewis@tinker.af.mil


Steve

Email sent.

[country0001]

There is nothing I would like more than to make my truck 4wd. Just don't have the funds at the moment for a front end, t case and everything that goes with it.

Who said you needed funds. I'm workin on gettin another B2 w a m1350. We an work out the money part later. Bahahahahaha

[daniel3507]

Who said you needed funds. I'm workin on gettin another B2 w a m1350. We an work out the money part later. Bahahahahaha

Hahahaha. Okay you're really talking me into it. Im going to have to look into how to do the conversion and what all is involved

[country0001]

Biggest problem would be matching your gears.

[daniel3507]

Wouldnt I have to swap out my engine crossmember?

[country0001]

I dont know on a ranger. I didnt on my F150. It was a bolt in. Took the TIB out and put the TTB in. I have a 4wd A4LD too. Bahahahahaha

[BroncoIIer]

You would need a 4x4 a4ld with a 4.0L torque converter, a manual BW 1350 or 1354 T-case with the shift linkage for an automatic trans. And Dana 28 with the drop brackets and springs. Then driveshafts. All of it could come off a donor rig for cheap. And it sounds like country0001 is willing to work a deal with you. Too bad I sold my front and rear axles with matching 4.10 gears for 200 over the summer.

[country0001]

I have everything in stock but the 4.10's

[daniel3507]

Well it looks a little more in depth than simply swapping it all straight over. We would have to remove the engine crossmember and install one from a 4X4. I think im going to have to pass on it unfortunately.

[country0001]

No worries, just need to find a donor ex for you.

[daniel3507]

So does anyone have any updates on if they are going to be able to make it or not?

[sbsrlewis]

I'm there!! Will be myself and my son who will turn 10 that day!


Steve

[Tulsa Time]

Won't be able to make this one. Sounds like a blast though!

[daniel3507]

I'm there!! Will be myself and my son who will turn 10 that day!


Steve

Awesome! Should we plan anything special for him?

Won't be able to make this one. Sounds like a blast though!

Wrong answer haha.

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[country0001]

i'll be kidless that weekend maybe. I'm still trying to figure it out. But if I do it'll be with the new B2!

[sbsrlewis]

Sure bring him a case of beer!!! I'll hold it for him. Haha. Come on next month.

Steve

[BroncoIIer]

I've almost got it together! I'm trying my best to finish in time. It's gonna be close either way. I sure hope I can make it!:icon_cheers:

[sbsrlewis]

does anyone that's planning to go have a winch?? It looks as though my cousin won't be able to make it and I really don't want to try this without one. I don't think it has any bad/hard spots but I really don't want to have to walk out either. I'm kinda lazy like that.


Steve

[BroncoIIer]

I've got 4 tow hooks, a tow strap, a couple chains, and a high lift jack.

[daniel3507]

I got a couple ropes a shovel and a high lift. I was going to get more straps but no winch

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[country0001]

I wanna do this, I just feel like I'm not ready. My 4wd's work just fine, its the auxillary equipment that bothers me. I've got a few more bugs to work out. I probably wont be ready this time. But I'm getting closer.

[sbsrlewis]

I feel that the more of us there are the better prepared we will be Country. Looks like this is doable. Between all of us there is no reason for each of us to have, say a shovel, but if 1 or 2 of us carry one then I would think that would be sufficient. This way none us will feel as though we have to go and spend alot of money to buy supplies/equipment we currently don't own.

I cut a page out of 4 Wheel Off Road that has recommended equipment. I don't know how to load a page so I guess I'll have to type it in.

I'll type it in and mark the items I have or plan to have before. Then we can see what all we have between us. Sound good?


Steve

[daniel3507]

Thats a great idea. What all are you still working on Country?

[country0001]

I hear ya, its still a possibility......

[country0001]

I'll probably take the new B2. I need to pull the passenger side hub cause its a bit wobbly. I've got the parts. Also need another driveshaft to get rid of the CV one. Just need another flange, got the driveshaft and one flange to bolt up to the rearend.

[daniel3507]

Im trying to get together some kind of list of who is going and who is on the fence just so we have a general idea. I'll add it to the first post. If i miss someone or someone or anything just post it up and I'll update the list. Currently it stands as:

ATTENDING
sbsrlewis
daniel3507

MAYBE
Country0001
BroncoIIer
kryptonitecb
Transmarobirdeater
tandangerranger
If the name is in italics its just because we haven't heard from them recently

[country0001]

Will anyone have a cookstove?

[daniel3507]

I don't have one but may be able to borrow one.

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[sbsrlewis]

This list is from Sam's Offroad website. Items with asterisks (*) are items I already have. Items with numerical sign (#) I plan to get before trip. Items with dash (-) are items I probably won't have.

Remember these are just "Recommended" Trail Gear.

* 30' Tow Strap
* Front and Rear Tow Points
* Tire Plug Kit/Spare Tire/Jack
* Fire Extinguisher
* Tire Air Deflators/Tire Gauge
# First Aid Kit
* Trash Bags
* Ice Chest-Lunch/Keep Hydrated
* Bug Spray/Sun Screen/Hat
* CB
* Tool Kit/Pliers/Screw Driver


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

This list and the following ones are taken from a past 4 Wheel and Offroad article.

The following is a "B-4 U GO" checklist.

Check these items so you may avoid making some repairs in the rocks or mud:

* Engine Oil
* Transmission Fluid
* Brake Fluid
* Hydraulic-Clutch Fluid
* Transfer-Case Oil
* Differential Oil
* Power-Steering Fluid
* Belts
* Grease all driveshafts, U-joints, and Steering joints
* All Lights and Turn Signals
* Windshield-Washer Fluid (helps clean off mud)
* Radiator Coolant level
* Tow hooks (front and rear) of your vehicle
* Tire pressure and look for leaks or gashes
* Check for loose parts: Lug nuts, drive-shafts, engine and tranny mounts, suspension joints and U-bolts

And last - Tell someone where you are going and when you'll be back


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

BARE NECESSITIES - Bring this stuff and some ingenuity and you will get ou of may trail mishaps:

* A buddy with either a history in long-distance running to go get help or his own 4x4
* Duct tape
* Bailing wire
* Zip-ties
* WD-40
* Ratchet strap (reseat tires, helps strap parts in place)
* Tow strap
* Leatherman type utility tool and/or Swiss army pocketknife
# Piece of 1/4" or larger chain 4' long (goo for fixing suspension and motor mounts)
* Warm jacket
# First aid kit
# Jug of water
# Granola bar or candy bar
* Fire extinguisher
# Flashlight
# Matches/lighter


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

WHAT WE ALWAYS BRING - If we're goig wheeling for the day, this is a good list of tools and stuff to bring:

* Tool bag containing:
-Screwdrivers (3 different sizes)
-Pliers (Dikes, needle-nose, channel locks, snap ring, adjustable, locking)
-Hammer (ball-peen)
-Wrenches (standard and metric - we bring both, you decide what you need)
-Adjustable wrench
-Sockets (standard and Metreic - we bring them, but often wrenches are enough)
* Spark plug socket
* Pick tools (handy for fixing hubs)
* Test Light
* Prybar
* Jack of some sort (High-Lift, bottle, or floor-depending on the terrain and size vehicle)
* Tire repair kit
* Electrical tape
* Allen wrenches
* Hacksaw


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

PERSONAL STUFF - Theses items will make the trip more enjoyable:

* Toilet paper
* Sunscreen
* Bug spray
# Food and water (no, beer doesnt' qualify as water)
* Extra jacket
* Rags/towels


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

SPARE PARTS - These parts start adding weight, but it's better than the long walk home:

- Tie-rod end or Heim joints (spherical rod ends) for steering
- Heim joint for your custom linked suspension
* Engine belts
- Front axleshafts
- Rear axleshafts
- Front axle U-joints
- Driveshaft U-joints
* Spare tire
- Spare locking hub or set of drive flanges
- Spare bolts of commons sizes found on your truck
# Fuses for you truck (some fuse panels have spaces to store spares)
- Radiator hose
# Hose clamps
# Electrical crimp kit
* Valve cores
- Lug nuts


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

LUBES - Different goo to help you go:

* Oil
* Power-steering fluid
* Brake fluid
* Automatic-transmission fluid
* Gasoline or diesel
# Form-a-gasket or RTV silicone to reseal gaskets
# Water
* Gear oil
* WD-40


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

CAMPING GEAR - Basic stuff for staying in the dirt:

* Warm clothing and rain gear
# Tent or good tarp
- Camping stove and fuel
* Sleeping bag and pad
* Cooler


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

BONUS STUFF THAT WE LIKE HAVING ALONG - Many of you get along without these, but they are very useful, especially if you need to do extreme trail repairs:

- Air compressor or CO2 thank
- Impact gun and impact sockets
- Underhood welder


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

GET OUT OF A STUCK SITUATION STUFF - Bring more of these the longer and farther from civilization you are going:

- Winch
- Winch control
* Shackle or two
- Spare cable (especially if you see yourself doing really long winch pulls)
# Chain (Grade 70)
- Snatch block
* High-Lift type jack
- Pull-Pal recovery anchor
* Shovel
* Ax
- Tree protector
- Snatch strap
* Gloves
- Winch bag (something to put over the cable or rope to keep it under control should it snap)


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

NAVIGATION - If you don't like asking for directions:

# Maps
* Global Positioning System (GPS)
* Compass
* Citizens Band radio
* Cell phone
- Gas station guy, so your wife can ask directions when you won't


Steve

[sbsrlewis]

And this last one is just a recommendation from me....pistol and ammo!

Don't know how many of you are familiar with SE Oklahoma....this area is an area where people are different (to be polite). Also this part of the state use to supply our country with some of the best pot grown in the Nation. They still grow quite a bit now but I guess meth is the new fad.

As for other mammals in that area: bear, coyotes, bobcats and mountain lions. Bigfoot is also rumored to live in the mountains down there too.


Steve

[daniel3507]

Great lists Steve. Remember to bring more water than you think you need. One gallon for every day you plan to be gone is what I've been taught.

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[country0001]

Those are good ideas for starters, I might have a way to get a winch. Just going to have to get my bumper built. Finding a place to put all that stuff in the B2 will be fun.

[daniel3507]

Those are good ideas for starters, I might have a way to get a winch. Just going to have to get my bumper built. Finding a place to put all that stuff in the B2 will be fun.

I will probably have some extra room if you need me to carry anything

[country0001]

The possibilities are looking up for me going, I'll know for sure in a couple weeks

[FrankBoss]

I'd be game but my motor and trans are crapping out... Still looking for a new one.
I've got the tires and a equalock in my 8.8. and a lift on my 2wd.

FrankBoss

[tony314]

I'd travel up for this, but not sure my new 98 4x4 would be good for it lol

[daniel3507]

I'd travel up for this, but not sure my new 98 4x4 would be good for it lol

Oh come on, my 2wd will be going haha.

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[country0001]

I don't think there se any tight places. The threads we viewed on this trip looked pretty mild. The people took their DD's

[tony314]

Hmm when is the trip?

[BroncoIIer]

It's planned for the weekend of March 17th.

[tony314]

I'll see what I can do.

[daniel3507]

Well, I'm not 100% sure I will be able to make it. I'm having some odd suspension issues/noises and I may have a wheel bearing issue. I'm going to try and get it all figured out ASAP though.

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[country0001]

I am definitely out. The money just isnn't there. I'm going to try to get better prepared for a fall run.

[mattc113]

i'd love to go, but we are already gonna be gone the 14th-18th for vacation. if it were different dates, i'd be in.

[daniel3507]

Well unfortunately, I'm not going to be able to make the trip. I'm not happy about it at all but I've just had too many issues come up with the truck. I just don't think the suspension can handle it right now and I still haven't discovered if I have an issue with the wheel bearings. The truck has started making lots of odd noises everytime I hit a bump and there are some new vibrations while I drive. I've been planning on replacing all the bushings eventually but I did not expect to need to do it so soon. I just can't afford to fix the truck right now and I surely can't afford to fix the truck and also pay for fuel for the trip. Sorry guys. Hopefully I will be able to make the trip later this year. If those that are still going would like the. GPX file of the route just let me know and I can send it your way. :(

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[country0001]

Well unfortunately, I'm not going to be able to make the trip. I'm not happy about it at all but I've just had too many issues come up with the truck. I just don't think the suspension can handle it right now and I still haven't discovered if I have an issue with the wheel bearings. The truck has started making lots of odd noises everytime I hit a bump and there are some new vibrations while I drive. I've been planning on replacing all the bushings eventually but I did not expect to need to do it so soon. I just can't afford to fix the truck right now and I surely can't afford to fix the truck and also pay for fuel for the trip. Sorry guys. Hopefully I will be able to make the trip later this year. If those that are still going would like the. GPX file of the route just let me know and I can send it your way. :(

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I've got a D30 we could slide in there. It would cost the same to install it as fixing your front end.


Moohahahahahahahaha.....

[daniel3507]

I've got a D30 we could slide in there. It would cost the same to install it as fixing your front end.


Moohahahahahahahaha.....

If it didnt involve cutting up a cross-member I would have been all over it long ago haha

[tandangerranger]

Well its a sad sad month. I sold my ranger. I was very tight on money, so it had to go. That means that I will not make the trip, but it sounds like most others can't make it either. The good news is, I am going to look at another ranger tomorrow. I know I just sold my other one, but this one is very cheap and I can build it up just the way my old one was over time.

[country0001]

We just need to get together for a beer locally this weekend

[sbsrlewis]

Well sadly I'm out too. I say everyone look and see what it looks like for this fall. If we were to plan something around the time the leafs change it will blow ur mind how beautiful it is in SE OK then.

[daniel3507]

Well sadly I'm out too. I say everyone look and see what it looks like for this fall. If we were to plan something around the time the leafs change it will blow ur mind how beautiful it is in SE OK then.

We just need to get together for a beer locally this weekend

I agree with both statements

[tandangerranger]

That sounds good. Its a shame we are going to miss out on some nice weather. Fall weather is always great too. If anyone comes across a cheap 4x4 ranger in oklahoma let me know. Running or not.

[daniel3507]

If anyone wants to grab a beer this weekend let me know. I'm free all tomorrow and all weekend.

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[country0001]

If anyone wants to grab a beer this weekend let me know. I'm free all tomorrow and all weekend.

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I'll be around... Saturday would be better for me

[sbsrlewis]

Unless u guys want to come to shawnee I'm out. I have mucho things to do so I can't see me spending an hour or so driving to n from someplace. Bronco is still has no brakes too. U guys are more than welcome to come to my house n help me fix it. I'll even let u drink some of my texass .6 point beer. I said some of it!!!


Steve

[country0001]

I've still got to rewire my rear lights and reinstall my gastank and fuel pump.

Understand the mucho busyness part. I have many things to do this weekend also..

Get them brakes done

[BroncoIIer]

Well I finished my truck over spring break. I hope we can get together for a fall meet. I managed to get a friends with a jeep to accompany me to Camp Gruber in Braggs. Look at my build thread and tell me what ya think!

[dieseldane]

So you guys plan on making another go at the trip this fall?

[country0001]

No plans yet. Steve will be down there for the Sams offroad weekend in Clayton. There is something every weekend in Clayton in October.

It would be fun, not sure what I'm doing, but its a possibilty!