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  1. Toyota Stout

    Stout 1964-1969 · wildweaselmi · 08/12/2019 03:26 AM

    The reason why nobody talks about these things is that they were only available in the U.S. for a handful of years in the 1960s—between 1964 and 1969 according to the Truth About Cars, though Toyota’s website seems to imply that sales stopped in 1967, and I can’t seem to find any U.S.-spec 1968s or 1969s anywhere on the interwebs.
    The Stout shared its platform with the Toyota Dyna until 1968, when the Dyna was given its own platform, called the Toyota "U". In Japan, it was sold at Toyota Japanese dealerships called Toyopet Store.
    Engine: 1.5 L R I4 (RK45); 1.5 L 2R I4 (RK43, ...
    Curb weight: 1,420 kg (3,131 lb)
    Wheelbase: 2,600–2,800 mm (102.4–110.2 in)
     

  2. Toyota T100

    T100 1992-1998 · wildweaselmi · 08/18/2019 03:37 AM

    The first Full Size Toyota Truck called the T100 but did you know the T100 wasn’t really built by Toyota. Knowing that its own experience manufacturing full-size pickups wasn’t very thorough, Toyota farmed out engineering and manufacturing to Hino, a Toyota subsidiary that’s primarily responsible for commercial vehicles, buses and heavy trucks.
    When the T100 debuted in 1993, its sole engine was a 3.0-liter V6 that made just 150 horsepower. While power bumped to 190 hp in 1995, Toyota still didn’t give it a V8 — just a larger V6. And a 4-cylinder model was even offered beginning in 1994.  The T100 added a dealer-installed supercharger option in 1997, bringing power to 245 hp.
  3. 2016 – Top Off Road Trails & Parks in America
    With over 12,600 responses from off-roading enthusiasts, PartCatalog has compiled the top off road trails and rides of choice for 39 states in America. Through Facebook correspondence and word of mouth from parks, trails, and off-roading clubs, respondents learned about the survey and were excited to share their top picks for The 2016 Top Off Road Trails & Parks in America.
    To compile these results, we asked three questions:
    What state do you live in?
    What is your ride of choice?
    What are the Top 5 Off Road destinations?
    Alabama 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Stony Lonesome – Bremen, AL
    #2 Hawk Pride Mountain – Tuscumbia, AL
    #3 Choccolocco Mountain – Jacksonville, AL
    #4 Gray Rock – Gardendale, AL
    #5 Top Trails – Talladega, AL
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Buggy
    #3 Can Am Maverick
    Arkansas 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Hot Springs ORV – Hot Springs, AR
    #2 Mack’s Pines – Dover, AR
    #3 Hillarosa – Blevins, AR
    #4 Carter’s OffRoad – Alexander, AR
    #5 Byrd’s Adventure Center – Ozark, AR
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Polaris RZR
    Arizona 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Lake Havasu – Lake Havasu City, AZ
    #2 Broken Arrow – Sedona, AZ
    #3 President’s Choice – Parker, AZ
    #4 Arizona Peace Trail – Quartzsite, AZ
    #5 Charouleau Gap – Tucson, AZ
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Wrangler Rubicon
    #2 Jeep Wrangler
    #3 Arctic Cat
    California 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Rubicon – Georgetown, CA
    #2 Ocotillo Wells – Borrego Springs, CA
    #3 Johnson Valley – Johnson Valley, CA
    #4 Glamis Sand Dunes – El Centro, CA
    #5 Big Bear (John Bull) – Big Bear City, CA
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Motorcycle or ATV
    Colorado 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Black Bear Pass – Telluride, CO
    #2 Imogene Pass – Ouray, CO
    #3 Ouray – Ouray, CO
    #4 Taylor Park – Tincup, CO
    #5 Alpine Loop – Telluride, CO
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Wrangler Rubicon
    #2 Jeep Wrangler
    #3 Toyota Land Cruiser
    Florida 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Ocala National Forest – Silver Springs, FL
    #2 Florida Cracker Ranch – Bunnell, FL
    #3 Hog Waller – Palatka, FL
    #4 Hardrock – Ocala, FL
    #5 Iron Horse Mud Ranch – Perry, FL
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Can Am Outlander
    #3 Jeep Wrangler
    Georgia 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Durhamtown – Union Point, GA
    #2 Highland Park – Cedartown, GA
    #3 Possum Creek – Ray City, GA
    #4 Fat Daddy’s – Blairsville, GA
    #5 Moccasin Creek – Blackshear, GA
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Motorcycle or ATV
    #3 Yamaha Rhino
    Illinois 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 The Cliffs Insane Terrain – Marseilles, IL
    #2 Two Rivers Jeep Club – Pittsfield, IL
    #3 Little Egypt – Marion, IL
    #4 Fox Valley Off Road – Ottawa, IL
    #5 South Fork – Taylorville, IL
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Jeep YJ
    Indiana 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Badlands – Attica, IN
    #2 Haspin Acres – Laurel, IN
    #3 Redbird – Linton, IN
    #4 Interlake – Lynnville, IN
    #5 Lawrence County Recreational Park – Springville, IN
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Motorcycle or ATV
    #3 Jeep Wrangler
    Kansas 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Kansas Rocks – Mapleton, KS
    #2 Tuttle Creek ORV – Randolph, KS
    #3 Central Kansas Offroad – Florence, KS
    #4 Kansas Badlands – South Haven, KS
    #5 Syracuse Sand Dunes – Syracuse, KS
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Jeep Cherokee
    Kentucky 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Black Mountain – Harlan, KY
    #2 Dirty Turtle – Bedford, KY
    #3 Wildcat Offroad Park – London, KY
    #4 Rush Offroad – Rush, KY
    #5 Turkey Bay – Golden Pond, KY
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Kawasaki Teryx
    #3 Polaris Sportsman
    Louisiana 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Muddy Bottoms – Sarepta, LA
    #2 Catahoula Recreation Area – Sicily Island, LA
    #3 Tower Trax – Fluker, LA
    #4 South Toledo – Anacoco, LA
    #5 Cooterville – Delhi, LA
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Polaris RZR
    #3 Rock Bouncer
    Massachusetts 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Gremlin Graveyard – Sturbridge, MA
    #2 Old Florida Road – Adams, MA
    #3 Cape Cod National Seashore – Wellfleet, MA
    #4 Pittsfield State Forest – Pittsfield, MA
    #5 Nauset Beach – East Orleans, MA
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Nissan Xterra
    Maine 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Rocky Mountain Terrain Park – Carthage, ME
    #2 Wicked Hills – South China, ME
    #3 Maine Jeep Jamboree – Bethel, ME
    #4 Aroostook – Presque Isle, ME
    #5 Down East Sunrise – Ellsworth, ME
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Cherokee
    #2 Motorcycle or ATV
    #3 Four Wheeler
    Maryland 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Assateague Island Beach – Berlin, MD
    #2 Budds Creek – Mechanicsville, MD
    #3 Backbone – Oakland, MD
    #4 Savage River – Grantsville, MD
    #5 Piney Mountain – Friendsville, MD
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Motorcycle or ATV
    #3 Jeep Wrangler
    Michigan 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Bundy Hill – Jerome, MI
    #2 Rocks & Valleys – Harrison, MI
    #3 Silver Lake – Mears, MI
    #4 Drummond Island – Drummond, MI
    #5 Washita Offroad Park – Farmington, MI
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Motorcycle or ATV
    Minnesota 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Iron Range OHV Area – Gilbert, MN
    #2 Snake Creek – Kellogg, MN
    #3 Spider Lake – Pine River, MN
    #4 Appleton OHV Park – Appleton, MN
    #5 Moose Walk – Finland, MN
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Arctic Cat
    #2 Jeep CJ-7
    #3 Polaris Sportsman
    Mississippi 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Mudslangers – Woodland, MS
    #2 Muddy Joe’s – Kiln, MS
    #3 Red Creek Offroad – Perkinston, MS
    #4 Barnyard Mudboggers – Fulton, MS
    #5 Burdens Creek – Mount Olive, MS
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Honda Rancher
    #3 Land Cruiser
    Missouri 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 SMORR – Seymour, MO
    #2 Flat Nasty – Jadwin, MO
    #3 Moonlight Racing – Sullivan, MO
    #4 Rush Springs – Pineville, MO
    #5 Bricks – Poplar Bluff, MO
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Jeep Cherokee
    Nebraska 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Off Road Ranch – Norfolk, NE
    #2 Dismal River Trail – Halsey, NE
    #3 Hole in the Rock – Escalante, UT, NE
    #4 White Sands Raceway – Ashland, NE
    #5 Fiddler Creek MX – Homer, NE
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Toyota Tacoma
    Nevada 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Rock Bottom – Logandale, NV
    #2 Tie Rod Canyon – Las Vegas, NV
    #3 Hunter Lake Trail – Reno, NV
    #4 Bronco Falls – Logandale, NV
    #5 Ryan’s Trail – Nelson, NV
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Toyota FJ Cruiser
    #3 Motorcycle or ATV
    New Hampshire 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Field & Forest – Harrisville, NH
    #2 Little Monadnock Family Trails – Troy, NH
    #3 Ride the Wilds – Coos County, NH
    #4 Carnage Hill – Richmond, NH
    #5 Classic 6 Roads – New Hampshire, NH
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Wrangler Rubicon
    #2 Ford Bronco
    #3 Jeep Cherokee
    New Jersey 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Pine Barrens – Hammonton, NJ
    #2 Wharton State Forest – Hammonton, NJ
    #3 Island Beach State Park – Seaside Park, NJ
    #4 Atco MX – Atco, NJ
    #5 Butterfly Bogs – Jackson, NJ
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Jeep Cherokee
    New Mexico 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Chokecherry Canyon – Farmington, NM
    #2 Las Cruces – Las Cruces, NM
    #3 Chama – Chama, NM
    #4 Gordy’s Hill – Socorro, NM
    #5 Red River Offroad – Red River, NM
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Wrangler Rubicon
    #2 Polaris RZR
    #3 Jeep Wrangler
    New York 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Tall Pines – Andover, NY
    #2 Tar Hollow – Hancock, NY
    #3 Demon Run Trails – Cath, NY
    #4 Whispering Pines Hideaway – Lyons, NY
    #5 Lewis County (Tug Hill) – Lowville, NY
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Motorcycle or ATV
    #3 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    North Carolina 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Uwharrie National Forest – Uwharrie, NC
    #2 Tellico – Murphy, NC
    #3 Brown Mountain – Morganton, NC
    #4 Dirt City USA – Polkton, NC
    #5 Brushy Mountain – Taylorsville, NC
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Polaris RZR
    #3 Motorcycle or ATV
    Ohio 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Southington Offroad Park – Garrettsville, OH
    #2 Wellsville – Wellsville, OH
    #3 Yankee Lake – Brookfield, OH
    #4 Phoenix Offroad Park – Wintersville, OH
    #5 Powerline Park – St Clairsville, OH
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Jeep Wrangler
    #3 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    Oklahoma 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Disney (Hogan’s) – Disney, OK
    #2 Arbuckle – Mill Creek, OK
    #3 Clayton (Green Acres) – Clayton, OK
    #4 Little Sahara – Waynoka, OK
    #5 Sundog Trails – Lexington, OK
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Jeep Wrangler
    #3 Wrangler Rubicon
    Oregon 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Oregon Dunes – Reedsport, OR
    #2 Blue Ridge Trails – Coos Bay, OR
    #3 Christmas Valley Sand Dunes – Christmas Valley, OR
    #4 Santiam Pass – Mckenzie Bridge, OR
    #5 Firebreak Five – Tillamook, OR
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Wrangler Rubicon
    #2 Jeep YJ
    #3 Toyota Land Cruiser
    Pennsylvania 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Rausch Creek – Tremont, PA
    #2 Anthracite Adv Area – Coal Township, PA
    #3 Majestic Trails – Smethport, PA
    #4 Rock Run Recreation – Patton, PA
    #5 New Lost Trails (Ride Lost Trails) – Dunmore, PA
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Jeep Cherokee
    South Carolina 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Carolina Adventure World – Winnsboro, SC
    #2 Gulches Offroad Park – Waterloo, SC
    #3 Battery Park – Nesmith, SC
    #4 Pine Grove – Westminster, SC
    #5 Sand Hill – Chesterfield, SC
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Toyota Land Cruiser
    #3 Kawasaki Teryx
    South Dakota 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Black Hills – Custer, SD
    #2 Talsma’s Trail – Avon, SD
    #3 Oahe Downstream – Fort Pierre, SD
    #4 Baja ORV – Interior, SD
    #5 Revheim Bay – Mobridge, SD
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Wrangler Rubicon
    #2 Polaris Ranger
    #3 Jeep Wrangler
    Tennessee 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Windrock – Oliver Springs, TN
    #2 Ride Royal Blue – Pioneer, TN
    #3 Brimstone – Huntsville, TN
    #4 Adventure Offroad Park – Pittsburg, TN
    #5 Golden Mountain – Sparta, TN
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Polaris RZR
    #2 Jeep Wrangler
    #3 Buggy/Rock Bouncer
    Texas 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Hidden Falls Adv Park – Marble Falls, TX
    #2 Wolf Caves – Mason, TX
    #3 Barnwell Mountain – Gilmer, TX
    #4 Katemcy Rocks – Mason, TX
    #5 Bridgeport OHV – Bridgeport, TX
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Jeep CJ-7
    Utah 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Moab – Moab, UT
    #2 Sand Hollow – Hurricane, UT
    #3 Hell’s Revenge – Grand County, UT
    #4 Paiute Trails – Maryville, UT
    #5 Behind the Rocks – Moab, UT
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Land Cruiser
    #2 Toyota 4Runner
    #3 Land Rover
    Virginia – 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Big Dogs – Gore, VA
    #2 George Wash Natl Forest – Hollins, VA
    #3 Red Cloud – Woodbridge, VA
    #4 Spearhead Trails – Norton, VA
    #5 Potts Mountain – Covington, VA
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Wrangler
    #2 Wrangler Rubicon
    #3 Nissan Xterra
    Washington – 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Moses Lake Mud Flats and Sand Dunes – Grant, WA
    #2 Walker Valley – Mt Vernon, WA
    #3 Evans Creek ORV – Carbonado, WA
    #4 Beverly Dunes – Royal City, WA
    #5 Juniper Dunes – Pasco, WA
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Jeep Grand Cherokee
    #2 Chevrolet Blazer
    #3 Polaris RZR
    West Virginia – 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Hatfield McCoys – Lyburn, WV
    #2 Chaos Offroad Park – Capon Bridge, WV
    #3 Burning Rock – Tams, WV
    #4 King Knob – Philippi, WV
    #5 Bear Wallow – Logan, WV
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Can Am Commander
    #2 Polaris RZR
    #3 Jeep Wrangler
    Wisconsin – 2016 Top Off Road Trails
    #1 Black River State Forest – Jackson County, WI
    #2 Cheese County Trails – Monroe, WI
    #3 Eagle River – Eagle River, WI
    #4 Florence County – Florence, WI
    #5 Apple Valley – New Auburn, WI
    Ride of Choice
    #1 Wrangler Rubicon
    #2 Jeep Wrangler
    #3 Honda Pioneer
    REFERENCE SOURCE: https://www.partcatalog.com/blog/top-off-road-trails-in-america/

  4. Offroad Trails

    General · wildweaselmi · 11/24/2017 05:00 AM

    ALABAMA
    Gray Rock ORV -very cool! Usually 6-8 open rides a year
    http://www.grayrockorv.com

    Morris Mountain ORV -open almost every weekend
    www.morrismountainorv.com 

    Little River Canyon 
    http://www.nps.gov/liri/

    Hurricane Creek Tuscaloosa, AL - Great short paddling trip! 10min form my house!
    http://www.hurricanecreek.org/

    Mountain Side Off Road Park
    http://www.mountainsideoffroadpark.com

    ARKANSAS
    Superlift ORV Park
    http://www.orvpark.com/

    Ouachita National Forest
    http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/ouachita/

    write up: http://expeditionportal.com/forum/sh...light=Ouachita

    write up: http://expeditionportal.com/forum/sh...light=Ouachita

    Byrd's Adventure Center - Cass Arkansas
    http://www.byrdsadventurecenter.com/motoring.htm

    FLORIDA
    Hard Rock Cycle Park
    www.hardrockmx.com/

    L-Cross
    http://www.l-cross.com

    GEORIGA
    River Rock ORV Park
    http://www.riverrockorv.com

    Beasley Knob OHV Trail System / Chattahoochee-Oconee
    National Forests
    http://www.fs.fed.us/conf/rec/ohv/beasley.shtml

    http://www.georgiaoffroad.com/facili...?facilityid=50

    ILLINOIS
    Insane Terrain Off Road Park
    http://www.thecliffsinsaneterrain.com

    INDIANA
    Badlands Off Road Park, IN
    http://www.badlandsoffroad.com

    Redbird state riding area
    http://www.redbirdsra.com

    KENTUCKY
    Harlan WOOOHOOO!!! Putney Trailhead
    This is the trail head with cabins and camping. It's further from the hardcore trails but it's a nicer (non-free) place to stay.
    http://www.harlancountycampground.com/

    Land Between the Lakes National Rec Area
    http://www.lbl.org/Home.html

    Black Mountain
    http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/r...ntain-ky-.html

    HillzNHollarz 
    http://www.hillznhollarz.com/


    LOUSIANA
    Catahoula Recreation
    http://www.atvdirtbikerecreation.com/

    Massachusetts
    Cape Cod National Sea Shore.
    http://www.nps.gov/caco/

    MAINE
    North Maine Woods - Multiple Use Management Area
    http://www.northmainewoods.org/

    MARYLAND/ VA
    Assateague Island National Park
    http://www.nps.gov/asis/planyourvisit/osv.htm

    MICHIGAN
    The Mounds ORV Area
    http://geneseecountyparks.org/mounds.htm

    Drummond Island in Michigans Upper Pennisula:
    http://www.turtleridgeorv.com/

    10 minutes north of Sault Saint Marie, Michigan (just over the border in Canada)
    http://www.saulttrusseloffroad.com/
    PICS 
    Sault Trussel Offroad Park - more pics/vids added to 2nd post - Great Lakes 4x4. The largest offroad forum in the Midwest 

    Twisted Trails
    http://twistedtrailsoffroadpark.com/

    Rocks and Valleys Harrison, MI
    http://www.rocksandvalleys.com/

    Bundy Hill Off Road Park
    http://www.bundyhilloffroad.com/

    Michigan Moto Mania . Harrison Mi.
    Bikes Quads and various vehicles
    michiganmotomania.com/

    Silver Lake Sand Dunes Mears, MI.
    http://www.silverlakesanddunes.net/


    MINNISOTA
    Iron Range OHV Park
    http://www.gilbertmn.org/ohvra.htm

    Appleton OHV Park
    http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ohv/appleton

    MISSOURI
    Rockport Off Road Park (Hannibal Rock), MO
    http://www.rorp.com/homepage.html

    Flat Nasty Off Road Park
    http://www.flatnasty.net

    SMORR - South Missouri Off Road Ranch
    http://smorr.net

    NEW HAMPSHIRE
    White Mountain National Forest
    http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/white_mountain/

    NEW JERSERY
    Pine Barrens
    http://www.njpinebarrens.com/

    NORTH CAROLINA
    Tellico TN/NC
    http://www.tellico4x4.com/tellico-trails.php

    Nantahala National Forest
    http://www.main.nc.us/graham/hiking/rangerhq.html

    The Outer Banks Vehicle Beach Access
    http://www.outerbanks.org/visitor_se...d_vehicles.asp

    Cape Lookout Island/ Adventure
    http://www.nps.gov/calo/

    write up: http://expeditionportal.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=11979

    Uwharrie (Eldorado Outpost)
    http://www.sfwda.org/trails/uwharrie/index.html

    The Farm
    This is the official website: http://bigdixieboggers.com/thefarm.html
    This is private property. Do not wheel without permission. Open events are typically posted here: http://www.nc4x4.com/forums/forumdis...sprune=30&f=24

    OKLAHOMA
    Disney, OK
    http://www.extreme4wheelin.com/

    Clayton, OK

    PENNSYLVANIA
    Bald Eagle State Forest
    http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry...baldeagle.aspx

    Write up: 
    Bald Eagle State Forest, 11/18/06 - Expedition Portal Forum 

    Rausch Creek ORV Park
    http://www.rauschcreekoffroadpark.org/

    Allegheny National Forest
    http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/alle...on/atv_trails/

    Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania
    http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/STATEPAR....aspx#wildlife

    Great Allegheny Passage Connecting Cumberland, MD and Pittsburgh, PA
    http://www.atatrail.org/

    whole trail: http://www.nps.gov/pohe/

    Rock Run Recreation Area info
    www.wpa4xtrac.org 

    Rhode Island
    Arcadia Management Area
    http://www.riparks.com/arcadia.htm

    SOUTH CAROLINA
    Gulches ORV Park
    http://www.gulchesorvpark.com

    TENNESSEE
    Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
    http://www.nps.gov/biso/index.htm

    write up: http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/showpo...33&postcount=2

    Cherokee National Forest
    http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/cherokee/

    Wheelin in the Country ORV Park
    http://www.wheelininthecountry.com/

    Wooly's Off Road
    http://www.woolysoffroad.com/

    Mayhem Off Road Park
    Pics: http://community.webshots.com/user/zukezilla

    Coon Creek Off Road Park
    http://www.ccorv.com

    Coal Creek OHV (Windrock)
    http://www.coalcreekohv.com/

    TEXAS
    Katemcy Rocks 
    http://katemcyrocks.com

    Trees Ranch Very Cool!!! I liked it better than Katemcy!!! 
    http://www.treesranchoffroad.com

    Barnwell Mountain Recreational Area
    http://www.barnwellmountainra.com/

    General Sams Off Road Park MUD HELL HOLE 
    http://www.generalsams.com

    Boulder Creek Trail Park
    http://www.bouldercreekfarms.org/offroad.html

    VERMONT
    Trans Vermont
    http://www.vtxs.org/tvtx.htm

    Locals: http://expeditionportal.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=10026

    VIRGINIA
    Big Dogs Gore open four times a year
    http://www.bigdogsoffroad.com/

    George Washington National Forest
    http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/gwj/

    pics: http://www.davenjeip.net/pictures.html

    write up: http://www.4x4icon.com/offroad/01010...wine/index.htm

    WEST VIRGINIA
    Monongahela National Forest
    http://expeditionportal.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=11978

    cool camera: http://www.fsvisimages.com/doso1/doso1.html

    Blackwater Falls State Park
    http://www.blackwaterfalls.com/

  7. 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 LBZ

    · wildweaselmi · 03/24/2020 01:09 AM

    VIN: 1GTHK23D67F110033
    Options and Standard Features
    Options
    Engine: Duramax Turbo Diesel 6.6L V8 Heavy-Duty Power Package Heavy-Duty Rear Automatic Locking Differential Heavy-Duty Trailering Equipment Manual Dual-Zone Air Conditioning Power Tilt-Sliding Sunroof W/Express-Open Rear Seat Entertainment System Transmission: Allison 1000 6-Speed Automatic Basic Information
    Stock Number: 2319 VIN Number: 1GTHK23D67F110033 Style Name: 4X4 Crew Cab 6.6 Ft. Box 153 In. WB SLT Make: GMC Model: Sierra 2500HD Classic Model Year: 2007 Type: Pickup Vehicle Trim: SLT Interior Color: Dark Pewter Exterior Color: Onyx Black Body Type: Crew Cab Engine
    Engine Description: 6.6L V8 32V Fuel Type: Diesel Fuel Induction: Direct Diesel Injection Valves Per Cylinder: 4 Aspiration: Turbocharged DriveTrain
    4WD Type: Part-Time Driven Wheels: Four-Wheel Locking Hubs: Auto Transfer Case: Manual Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Wheels Rims: Polished Forged Aluminum Wheels Spare Rim Type: Steel Drive Train Type: 4WD Suspension
    Independent Suspension: Front Stabilizer Bar: Front Instrumentation
    Clock Compass External Temp Low Fuel Level Tachometer Trip Computer Roof and Glass
    Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent Privacy Glass: Deep Rear Defogger In Car Entertainment
    Antenna Type: Fixed Audio System: AM/FM/Satellite-Prep Premium Speakers: Bose Rear Audio: Multi-Source Speakers: 6 Seats
    Drivers: Multi-Level Heating Drivers Height: Power Drivers Lumbar: Power 2-Way Drivers Power: 8 Passenger: Multi-Level Heating Passenger Height: Power Passenger Lumbar: Power 2-Way Passenger Power: 8 Seating Capacity: 5 Front Seat Type: Bucket Upholstery: Leather Center Armrest Folding: Flip Forward Cushion/Seatback Convenience
    Center Console: Full With Covered Storage Cruise Control Cupholders: Front And Rear Door Pockets: Driver And Passenger Overhead Console: Mini With Storage Power Outlets: 4 Seatback Storage: 2 Steering Adjustment: Tilt-Adjustable Steering Power: Power Steering Auto Dimming Mirrors: Electrochromatic, Driver Only Power Mirrors: Power Remote W/Tilt Down Power Retractable Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirror: Dual Mirrors Power Door Locks Windows: Power Windows Memory Features Exterior Mirrors Memory Features Number Of Drivers: 2 Comfort
    Air Conditioning: Automatic Mats: Vinyl/Rubber Front And Rear Reading Lights: Front Shift Knob: Urethane Steering Wheel Trim: Leather Vanity Mirrors: Passenger Vanity Mirrors Features
    Bumpers: Chrome Door Reinforcement: Side-Impact Door Beam Engine Hour Meter Safety
    Turning Circle: 53.6 ABS: 4-Wheel Anti Theft System Safety Locks: Manual Daytime Running Light Engine Immobilizer Headlights Auto Delay: Auto Delay Off Headlights Dusksensor: Dusk Sensing Front Headrests: Manual Adjustable Rear Headrests: 2 Rear Center Seatbelt: 3-Point Belt Safety Signal Mirrors: Turn Signal In Mirrors Driver And Passenger Airbag Door Reinforcement: Side-Impact Door Beam Doors
    Rear Door Type: Tailgate Side Door Type: Conventional Dimensions
    Front Head Room: 41.0 Inches Front Hip Room: 61.4 Inches Front Shoulder Room: 65.2 Inches Front Leg Room: 41.3 Inches Rear Head Room: 39.0 Inches Rear Hip Room: 62.9 Inches Rear Leg Room: 39.1 Inches Rear Shoulder Room: 65.1 Inches Length: 239.7 Inches Width: 79.7 Inches Height: 77.0 Inches Wheelbase: 153.0 Inches Ground Clearance: 10.6 Inches Max Gross Vehicle Weight: 9,200 Lbs. Curb Weight: 5,883 Lbs. When the LBZ was introduced to replace the LB7, the LB7’s injector issues had long been solved and the overheating issues associated with the LLY were a thing of the past. This engine’s beefier block casting, stronger connecting rods, higher pressure common-rail fuel system and updated ECM arguably made it the most powerful, drivable, reliable and tunable Duramax to date. Right out of the box, the LBZ produced 360hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. During this time frame (’06-‘07), these numbers not only outperformed the 6.0L Power Stroke’s 325hp and 570 lb-ft, but they beat out the 325hp and 610 lb-ft figures put up by the 5.9L Cummins as well. The LBZ was also the first Duramax to be coupled to the six-speed Allison 1000 automatic, which proved capable of handling more power than the five-speed version that preceded it.
    Diesel enthusiasts longingly remember the LBZ as the last Duramax built before the modern day emissions crunch kicked in, which spawned pollution control technology that reduced fuel economy and greatly hampered long-term engine durability.  Arguably the most highly sought after Duramax ever built is the LBZ Duramax.
    More meat exists in the lower section (big end) of the rod than what you’ll find on LB7 The beefier I-beam style rods bring more mass to the rotating assembly Connecting rods were the strongest found in any Duramax up to that time GM cast slightly more webbing into the main bearing regions of the LBZ’s gray-iron block for added horsepower and torque Unfortunately nothing is perfect and in this case the LBZ pistons weren’t up to the task of surviving in higher horsepower applications.  The cast-aluminum pistons are highly susceptible to cracking.  The LBZ piston’s use of wrist pin bushings is also believed by many to be a contributing factor in OEM piston failure, along with a thinner wrist pin being utilized.

    When a piston lets go, you definitely know it, as it’s accompanied by a nasty miss, excessive blow-by and smoke out the exhaust.
     
    CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2007 GMC SIERRA K2500 HD_ 1GTHK23D67F110033.pdf
     
    6.6L DURAMAX MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE, SERVICE INTERVALS
    Replace engine oil & oil filter
    10,000 miles or when "change engine oil" message is displayed by the oil life monitoring system
    Replace fuel filter
    2001 - 2010
    15,000 miles
    2011 - 2016
    22,500 miles or when "change fuel filter" message is displayed
    Replace engine air filter
    Check filter condition every oil change and replace as necessary; replace at 45,000 miles regardless
    Flush engine cooling system
    150,000 miles
    Replace automatic transmission fluid & filters
    2001 - 2011
    50,000 miles (normal conditions)
    25,000 miles (severe duty conditions)
    2012 - 2016
    Replace external filter at 45,000 mile intervals and full service at 97,500 miles under normal conditions
    Perform full service (new fluid, ext & int filter) every 45,000 miles under severe duty conditions
    Replace manual transmission fluid
    GM advises that the ZF S6-650 6 speed manual transmission does not require service. To maintain shift quality and promote transmission life, consider replacing fluid at 60,000 mile intervals, especially if usage meets any of the severe duty conditions.
    Replace transfer case fluid
    2001 - 2011
    50,000 miles
    2012 - 2016
    97,500 miles (normal conditions)
    22,500 miles (severe duty conditions)
    Replace front differential fluid (4x4)
    Service interval not provided by GM, routine service may promote longevity. Fluid level should be checked periodically. Drain and replace differential fluid immediately if the axle is submerged in water.
    Replace rear differential fluid
    Service interval not provided by GM, routine service may promote longevity. Fluid level should be checked periodically. Drain and replace differential fluid immediately if the axle is submerged in water.
    6.6L DURAMAX SERVICE PART NUMBERS
    Part numbers based on Silverado/Sierra trucks - some parts may not be compatible with Sierra/Express vans
    Engine air filter
    2001 - 2005
    ACDelco A1618C
    2006 - 2010
    ACDelco A3087C
    2011 - 2016
    ACDelco A3141C
    Engine oil filter
    ACDelco PF2232
    Oil pan drain plug
    GM 11569943
    Fuel filter
    ACDelco TP3018
    Fuel pump
    2001 - 2014 (inline pump)
    ACDelco EP1037, Delphi HFP955
    2015 - 2016
    (153.7", 144.2" wheelbase, in tank)
    ACDelco MU1977 (GM 19257327)
    2015 - 2016
    (133.6", 158.1" wheelbase, in tank)
    ACDelco MU1976 (GM 19257326)
    Serpentine belt
    2001 (105 amp alt)
    ACDelco 6K1114, Gates K061114
    2001 (130 amp alt)
    ACDelco 6K1123, Gates K061123
    2002 - 2016 (single alt)
    ACDelco 6K1195, Gates K061195
    Glow plug[1]
    2001 - 2004 LBZ
    (VIN 1 only, NOT 2004 LLY)
    ACDelco 62G
    2004 - 2005 LLY
    (VIN 2 only, NOT 2006 LLY)
    ACDelco 63G
    2006 - 2016
    (all engines)
    ACDelco 9G (replaces ACDelco 61G)
    Thermostat[2]
    2001 - 2014
    ACDelco 12T100D (front), ACDelco 12T99D (rear, alternative p/n 131131)
    2015 - 2016
    ACDelco 131-131
    Thermostat housing gasket
    ACDelco 97223686
    Coolant reservoir cap
    2001 - 2010
    ACDelco RC85
    2011 - 2016
    ACDelco RC115
    Upper radiator hose
    2001 - 2005
    ACDelco 24485L, Gates 22698
    2006 - 2008
    ACDelco 24589L, Gates 23227
    2009 - 2010
    ACDelco 24655L, Gates 23499
    2011 - 2014
    ACDelco 27035X, Gates 23721
    2015 -2016
    GM 22884211, Dayco 72554
    Lower radiator hose
    2001 - 2005
    ACDelco 26397X, Gates 22650
    2006 - 2010
    ACDelco 26570X, Gates 23260
    2011 - 2014
    ACDelco 27099X, Gates 23962
    Camshaft position sensor (CPS)
    2001 - 2004
    (LBZ, VIN 1)
    GM 2134274 (alternative 2132485)
    2004.5 - 2015
    (2004 LLY only, VIN 2)
    GM 97365038
    2016
    GM 1267264
    Crankshaft position sensor (CKP)
    2001 - 2004
    (LBZ, VIN 1)
    GM 2134277 (alternative 2132486)
    2004.5 - 2015
    (2004 LLY only, VIN 2)
    GM 9765037
    2016
    GM 12672641
    Automatic transmission filter
    External filter, 2001 - 2016
    ACDelco TF950, Allison 29539579
    Internal filter, 2001 - 2005
    GM 29537965
    Internal filter, 2006 - 2010
    ACDelco TF920
    Internal filter, 2011 - 2016
    GM 29542833
    Transmission pan gasket
    ACDelco 29549684
    [1]Model years with engine crossovers should have engine model verified by VIN number before ordering glow plugs. Glow plugs are not interchangeable with all model years. See: Duramax engine models by VIN number
    [2] 2001 to 2014 model year engines use a dual thermostat system, 1 front and 1 rear mounted thermostat.
    6.6L DURAMAX FLUID SPECIFICATIONS & CAPACITIES
    Note - fluid capacities are nominal; always fill to proper level as indicated by dipstick, to the bottom of the fill plug, etc. The fluid capacities listed herein are measured in U.S. quarts ("qts") and/or pints ("pts"), NOT Imperial units. Always verify fluid specifications and capacities in your owners manual, if applicable.
    Engine oil
    15W-40
    Preferred viscosity, ambient temp > 0° F
    10 qts w/ filter change
    5W-40
    Preferred viscosity, ambient temp < 0° F, acceptable in all temps
    10W-30
    Listed as acceptable for certain model years - not advised
    Engine coolant
    50/50 DEX-COOL 12346290 engine coolant , distilled water
    22.0 - 31.4 quarts (5.5 - 7.85 gallons)
    Refer to owners manual for application specific coolant capacity
    Automatic transmission fluid
    2001 - 2005 (5 spd)
    DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid (replaced by ACDelco 10-9243)
    7.4 qts service refill
    12.7 qts total capacity
    2006 - 2016 (6 spd)
    DEXRON VI automatic transmission fluid (ACDelco 10-9243)
    Manual transmission fluid
    ZF S6-650 (6 spd)
    GM TranSynd full synthetic transmission fluid (GM 12378515)
    5.8 qts
    Transfer case fluid
    2001-2007 manual shift
    DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid (replaced by ACDelco 10-9243)
    2.0 qts
    2001 - 2007 auto shift
    AUTO-TRAK II (GM 12378508)
    2.0 qts
    2008 - 2016
    DEXRON VI automatic transmission fluid (ACDelco 10-9243)
    1.6 qts
    Front differential fluid
    2001 - 2010
    SAE 80W-90 synthetic gear oil
    1.8 qts
    2011 - 2016
    SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear oil
    1.8 qts
    Rear differential fluid
    SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear oil
    3.2 - 4.3 qts (varies by MY)
    DEF tank capacity
    5.3 gallons
      2006_chevrolet_silverado_owners.pdf

  8. RV Pre-Departure Checklist

    General · wildweaselmi · 05/26/2018 01:54 PM

    Exterior
    Check all fluids (coolant, electrolyte, hydraulic, oil, power steering, transmission, windshield washer) Check generator oil level Disconnect city water, if applicable Reset coach’s freshwater controls to onboard water, if applicable Fill coach freshwater tank (add a capful of bleach), then stow the hose Using the dump checklist, dump the waste tanks, if applicable Ensure the propane tank is as desired Ensure that all basement doors are closed, latched, and locked Disconnect and stow the coach’s shore power cable Ensure that the refrigerator (in auto mode) has shifted back to propane power Retract the leveling jacks, stow the support blocks, and visually inspect each jack for proper travel stowage position Interior
    Retract any slideouts and secure for travel Ensure that the windows are securely closed and locked Arrange the blinds and curtains, as desired Ensure that the air conditioner is off Ensure that the furnace is off Secure all drawers and doors Secure all loose objects for travel Turn all lights off Ensure that the overhead vent fan in the bathroom is off and the vent is securely closed Ensure that the oven pilot light is off Ensure that the water heater is off Ensure that the freshwater pressure pump is off Check all tank level indications  Close the main door to retract the powered steps Lock the main door with the deadbolt and the latch lock

  9. RV Arrival Checklist

    General · wildweaselmi · 05/26/2018 01:56 PM

    Select as flat and level a parking site as possible, consistent with other considerations Place the shift lever in park and set the parking brake. The automatic hydraulic leveling system will not operate unless these conditions are met Have a person outside to place support blocks under the stabilizing jacks. Engage the automatic hydraulic leveling system to level and stabilize the coach, with the engine running to provide alternator power With the engine still running for alternator power, extend any desired slideouts once the unit is leveled and secure Check the site’s 30 amp shore power receptacle for proper polarity prior to hook up, if applicable Ensure that the refrigerator (in auto mode) has shifted its power to 120 vac Connect the coach’s city water hose to the site’s water source, ensuring that the coach’s water pressure regulator is correctly installed between the site’s water source and the coach Connect the coach’s dump hose to the site’s sewage receptacle using the coach’s hose slope adapter, if applicable. Open the grey tank valve, but do not open the black tank as it requires at least ¾ full to dump properly. Plan to close the grey tank valve when the black tank reaches ½ full so as to have sufficient grey water aboard to flush the black tank at dump time.

  10. First Timer RV Packing Checklist

    General · wildweaselmi · 05/25/2017 01:09 PM

    When you get a new RV for the first time or just getting back into RV camping, its hard to know everything you need.  Below is a base list of things you may need and could be used as a baseline when you are packing.  Feel free to add items in the comments to keep building the list.
    RV Essentials:
    Surge protector Electrical adapters (50amp to 30amp AND/OR 110v to 50amp) Toilet chemicals Sewer kit RV-friendly toilet paper (if you use your home toilet paper it will cause some serious black tank issues that just isn't worth it) Water pressure regulator Drinking water hose (you may want two or a longer one since some parks put there water supply in very weird locations which can be far) Leveling blocks (used when the ground is really really not level you can drive a side of your RV on these to help even it up some) Tire pressure gauge (be careful of anything electronic since you don't always use it, when you need it you will want it to just work instead of hunting for batteries) Extension cords (can be expensive for a 50amp cord but totally worth it when its hot out and you want to use your A/C units) Wheel chocks (attached a link to the most common and most highly rated by a ton on Amazon for wheel chocks) Shovel Electrical and duct tape Extra cotter pins Extra motor oil and transmission fluid Flashlight Battery jumper cables Emergency road kit Fire extinguisher Large zip close bag for documents, including license, registration, reservations, etc. Kitchen and cooking supplies:
    Water bottles Cutting board Utensils/cutting knives Can opener Tongs and skewers Dish soap Camping griddle and pie iron Bowls, plates and cups Paper towels Garbage bags Plastic wrap Zip close bags  Potholders Dish towels Napkins Measuring Cups Measuring Spoons Skillets (we prefer cast iron skillets) Disinfecting wipes Matches and lighter Food storage container Cooler Coffee Maker Coffee Filters Coffee Grinder  Food staples:
    Batter mixes Vegetables and fruits Butter or margarine Cereal Condiments, including mayo, ketchup, mustard, relish, etc. Grill meats, like hot dogs, burgers, brats, etc. Drink mix packets Eggs S’more ingredients Freeze dried meals Salt, pepper, herbs and spices Bread Baking items, including flour, cornmeal, sugar, etc. Canned foods Peanut butter and jelly  Snacks, including crackers, chips, pretzels, etc. Cooking spray or oil Soups Coffee Clothing and bedroom items:
    Hat Rain gear Shoes, including sneakers, hiking boots, sandals, etc. Bathing suit Sweatshirts and jackets Socks Underwear Pants and shorts Short and long sleeve t-shirts Clothes hangers Alarm clock Sewing kit Towels Sheets and blankets Pillows Personal items and toiletries:
    Phone chargers Cash and credit cards Reservation confirmations First-aid kit Sunscreen Bug spray Batteries Watch Medications and prescriptions Glasses or contact lenses Sunglasses Travel map and campground directory Soap Shampoo and conditioner Brush and comb Toothbrush Toothpaste Floss Deodorant Hair ties Lotion Makeup Razor Shaving gel Nail clippers Camping and outdoor fun gear:
    Camera Wood Camping chairs Hammock Frisbee Fishing gear, including rods, tackle, license, etc. Sports equipment, including football, basketball, baseball, mitt, etc. Bicycles, scooters Yard games, including corn hole, horseshoes, hula-hoops, etc. Binoculars Books and magazines (rain day) Playing cards (rain day) Board games (rain day) Puzzles (rain day) Movies (rain day) Radio Headphones Notepad or journal Laptop Saw or hatchet Flotation devices Guitar  Again for you experienced RV Campers, what is missing from the list that should get added to help those that like to follow lists.

  12. Squarebody Offroad

    Trails · wildweaselmi · 04/01/2021 02:01 PM

    Here are some videos found on Youtube of Squarebody trucks and blazers going off-road.
     
    This is a beautiful truck but not really Offroading but thought it was still worth sharing
     
    enjoyed this video
     
     
    West side of the country off-roading
     
     
     

  13. 1981-1987 Square Body Wiring Diagrams

    Electrical · wildweaselmi · 04/01/2021 06:06 PM

    These may help some of you out there troubleshooting wiring issues in your square body
    1981 - 1987 Square Body Wiring Diagrams
    Cab Interior

    Instrument Wiring

    Chassis and Rear Lighting

    Front Lighting

    V8 engine compartment wiring

    Computer Control Wiring

     
     

  14. Gear Crushers Street Scene

    General · wildweaselmi · 02/23/2005 07:12 AM

    What is the street scene?  It's focusing on muscle cars, low riders, Dairy Queeners (offroad looking trucks that don't drive even on dirt roads), drag racing, circle tracks and more.  You probably get the gist.  The street community is all about beauty on the asphalt.
    Personally I've always been a huge muscle car fan.  Went through my phases of owning several classic muscle cars.  Here you can share your projects or builds.  Talk in the garage and maybe help someone out if they have questions.
    Life is too short, so get off the couch and enjoy life while you can since we don't know what tomorrow brings.

    Check out the Street Scene Blogs on Gear Crushers by clicking here
     

    Check out the different clubs on Gear Crushers focused on the Street Scene by clicking here

  15. Gear Crushers Offroad Community

    General · wildweaselmi · 09/20/2017 12:53 PM

    At some moment in your life you were introduced to the world of offroad and if you were like me, you fell in love with it.  The challenges, the obstacles and tackling a course that looks impossible to the untrained eye.  Something so peaceful when exploring areas not many could get to or want to.
    Here at Gear Crushers off-roading is just one of the many passions we have and we want to provide an area that everyone from anywhere in the world can contribute.  The easiest is to create a club and add blogs, galleries, forums (aka topics), events and it's all free at the moment.  We do ask for donations but they are to help keep the site up (which honestly we are going to do anyhow) and also donations go towards sharetrails.org to help protect our right to offroad on designated trails and also donations towards treadlightly.org

  16. Learning Bodywork

    · wildweaselmi · 01/30/2020 06:32 PM

    I want to start this blog by letting everyone know I have no idea what I'm doing but wanted to share in my experience with taking care of the bodywork on my 1964 Chevy Truck. (not the one in this image but I do want this light olive paint color)
    From my understanding you have four major stages
    SHAPING PREPPING PAINTING BUFFING NEWBIE SUPPLY ORDER FROM EASTWOOD

    SHAPING
    Get down to the bare metal is my first step (no rust, no paint, less issues)
    PRE Prep offered by Eastwood to clean the metal of any residue
    EPOXY Primer to seal the metal (protect from flash rusting) - GRAY
    FILLER aka Bondo aka Contour which you don't want to mix a ton since you have only about three minutes to use but you don't want the filler to be more than 1/8" thick which is about the thickness of a .25 quarter edge.  Obviously use spreaders (you can clean your spreaders with that PRE Prep). Also the quick sheets Eastwood offers is another way to clean up your work area very quickly.
    BLOCK SAND (start around 36, move to 80 then possibly hit it with 180 grit sand paper)
    PREPPING (220 grit or higher number)
    2k High Build Urethane Primer - BLACK
    SOUND DEADNER needs to be installed on floor and firewall.
    PAINTING (Olive Green)
     
    BUFFING

  17. Vehicle Modifications

    · wildweaselmi · 10/08/2018 04:28 PM

    A common question is "what modifications should I make to my vehicle to make it trail worthy?"  Reading the offroad magazines, you might think gears, lockers, armor and a radical suspension is required.  Below is our take on what it takes to Fool Around offroad.  Note that modifications are listed in order of importance and each level assumes you have done everything in the previous step.

    Vehicle selection
    Before doing any modifications, make sure you are starting with a good platform.  Most any short wheelbase vehicle whose transfercase has high and low range works well on the trails in our area.  The Jeep Wrangler is by far the most popular choice, but you would be fine with a Toyota pickup and 4Runner, Nissan Pathfinder, Suzuki Samurai, Chevrolet Tracker, S10 pickup/Blazer, Jeep Cherokee etc.  Full size pickups, Blazers and Broncos are too wide for the trails we run.

    First step
    A stock vehicle will go amazing places.  Get a CB radio.  Install tow hooks front and rear if you don't already have them.  Get your tools and recovery equipment and figure out how to store them securely.  Get the biggest, knobbest tires you can fit. Consider a second set of tires just for the trail if this is a daily driver.  Wheel it in this state for a couple of years to see if the sport is really for you.  You will learn a lot of off road skills.  Spend time watching other rigs and figuring out what your ultimate goal is; mild, moderate or wild and most importantly - how big of a tire do you want.  Once you have made this decision, you can start to modify your rig without wasting money on mods that you end up replacing later.

    Mild build
    Most likely a daily driver, at home on easy trails, but capable of moderate trails.  The good news is that after your "First Step" you already have a mild rig.  You might think about adding a selectable rear locker like an ARB, improving body armor with rocker protection and ground clearance with "belly up" skid plates.

    Moderate build
    With this target in mind, you are probably going to keep the stock axles.  Your first modification should be a roll cage.  Then find out how big of a tire your stock axles can support and choose a tire this size or smaller.  Then figure out how much lift (or better yet, sheet metal trimming) you need to fit it.  These tires will need lower gears and you should add a rear locker at the same time.  You might want to think about a winch and front locker or limited slip.  You will begin to see the wisdom of a tow rig and trailer to get home should you break something on the trail.

    Wild build
    At this level, you are probably talking about a dedicated trail rig.  You should keep it street legal as some venues require driving on local roads to get to the trail head.  You should mount seats to the roll cage and install four point seat belts.  Heavier duty axles, front and rear lockers, and a winch are mandatory.  Once tire size goes over 38" you will need a hydraulic ram to assist steering. 

  18. Vehicle Equipment

    · wildweaselmi · 10/08/2018 04:18 PM

    Basic Equipment
    Every vehicle should carry these and they should be securely fastened down (like everything else).  You should be able to reach the flashlight and fire extinguisher from your seat.  Factory seat belts do not release if you are upside down (don't ask how we know this).
    CB radio Flashlight First aid kit (include any of your family's special needs like EpiPens or insulin) Fire extinguisher Complete change of clothes Full size spare tire Jack Wrench to remove tire (and key if you have locking lug nuts) Tow hooks front and rear Specialty tools for your vehicle
    Good to have
    With the exception of the Hi-Lift, every vehicle really should have these too.
    Tow strap (no hooks on ends!) Shackle Short piece of chain with washers and bolt that fits through middle links Small tarp or blanket Hand towel(s) Rachet strap High lift jack
    Basic Tools
    Regardless of your mechanical skills you should carry these to fix your rig of someone else's. 
    Philips and flat screwdrivers Adjustible wrench Set of combination wrenches (metric or SAE to fit your vehicle) Pliers Ball peen hammer Duct tape Zip ties Small roll heavy wire Spare fuses Fan belt(s)
    Optional Tools
    These are really more for the skilled mechanic, but consider carrying a few of these as well.
    Schrader valve and removal tool Chisel Punch Socket set Small vice grip Channel locks Allen wrenchs Torx bits (if your vehicle is cursed with them) Stubby and offset screwdrivers Hacksaw File Teflon tape WD-40 or wire dry spray Scissors Electrical tester Wire strippers Electrical wire, tape and  connectors Misc. nuts and bolts Extra fluids (motor oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid, ATF, gear lube)

  19. GWRAA

    · wildweaselmi · 09/20/2017 01:26 PM

    Gold Wing Road Riders Association (http://www.gwrra.org/)
    Gold Wing Road Riders Association [GWRRA], founded in 1977, is recognized as the world's largest single-marquee motorcycle association in the world. GWRRA provides safety, technical, and educational services to its Members world-wide.
     

  20. MOA

    · wildweaselmi · 09/20/2017 01:37 PM

    BMW Motorcycle Owners of America
    The BMW Motorcycle Owners of America (BMW MOA) is a motorcycle club for owners and admirers of BMW motorcycles. As of 2008, it had 39,700 members. BMW MOA was founded in 1972 in Chicago by five enthusiasts.
    The club is based in a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri. It publishes a monthly magazine, BMW Owners News and an annual Anonymous book to assist touring riders in difficulty. Though founded in the United States, BMW MOA has members across the world. Since 1973 the club has held an annual rally in the United States and once in Canada.

  21. H.O.G.

    · wildweaselmi · 09/20/2017 01:32 PM

    Harley Owners Group
    The Harley Owners Group (HOG) is a sponsored community marketing club, operated by Harley-Davidson for enthusiasts of that brand's motorcycles. The HOG is "the grandaddy of all community-building efforts," serving to promote not just a consumer product, but a lifestyle. The HOG has also served to open new revenue streams for the company, with the production of tie-in merchandise offered to club members, numbering over one million strong,[1] making it the largest factory-sponsored riding club in the world.[2] The Harley-Davidson community was the prototype for the ethnographic term subculture of consumption, defined as "a distinctive subgroup of society that self-selects on the basis of a shared commitment to a particular product class, brand, or consumption activity
  22. Woodward Dream Cruise 2017
    Still crazy as ever.  Very very packed from bumper to bumper with a whole wide range of vehicles.
    You have the typical what you expect classic cars

    To the bit crazier vehicles (how much motor can I put in the smallest space)

    An then you get the art on wheels.

    Always something to catch your eye as they drive one way then they turn around and drive the other way and then turn around again

    It's worth going.  Tons of fun but if you aren't a patient person, you may not want to go since you'll be stuck in traffic for hours.

  23. Gear Crushers RV Community

    General · wildweaselmi · 10/21/2005 09:42 PM

    Someone asked, why don't you have RV's on your site.  They have gears, fuel, oil and can be a pain in the ass to manage.  I didn't have a good response so I created a section just for RV's which translates to Recreational Vehicle.  Some people love there RV's and truthfully they all use similar components from other vehicles found on this website so they do belong.
    For example, motor home have either the Ford V-10 or the Chevy 6.2L or the most popular option, the Chrysler Cummins Diesel which is pretty much the standard in every diesel pusher out there.
     
    If you are looking for other blogs that focus on the RVers then click here
     
    Maybe your looking for a club focused on RV or want to start an RV club, well click here to see all existing RV clubs and you'll see the option to create a club for free as well... just have to be registered.
     

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