| Author | Message | ||
     Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 41 Registered: 10-2003 |
I'm new to wheeling and would love to take the Disco for some adventure, if anybody knows of some trails that I could hit, or would like to go for some wheeling, please let me know,(or e mail me kkngtgr@aol.com) it would be my 96 Disco, and a friends 4Runner both stock, any advice is welcome, Thank you Marco | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 369 Registered: 07-2003 |
Where is Burke, VA? | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 42 Registered: 10-2003 |
10 minutes from Springfield where I 95 meets 495 Although I'm currently living in DC, But I'll go just about anywhere | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 53 Registered: 12-2003 |
I'd be happy to do a run down to Harrisonburg. What weekend were you looking at wanting to go? I'm in fairfax county. | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 43 Registered: 10-2003 |
The 6th and/or 7th woul be great for me, altough I could pretty much do it on any weekend | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 54 Registered: 12-2003 |
Ok. So a run down to GWNF around Harrisonburg March 6/7th. Camping is an option. Who all's in? | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 370 Registered: 07-2003 |
Tyler, I had the silver disco that met you in Kepheart Run the other week. I may be able to hook up one evening if ya'll camp. A day run will not work for me that weekend. If you do camp, post where it will be. | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 55 Registered: 12-2003 |
Cool. I'll deffinantly let you know. | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 45 Registered: 10-2003 |
Grrrr8 who else is up for it? I would love to camp as well, what do we need? park permits or anything? I can be reached at W(202) 347 1605 or M(703) 899 1323, but lets keep posting -Marco | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 371 Registered: 07-2003 |
No park permits are needed. Just a warm sleeping bag. You can check my "under construction" web site for weather conditions www.virginia4x4.org | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 56 Registered: 12-2003 |
I'd like to try and camp at the top of the mountain behind the dam if the trail is clear. Was a rather large tree the fell across it as of 2 weeks ago. If that doesn't work then some place on Kephart. Will any ideas? | ||
| Brian Brown (Rtiqulatendisco) New Member Username: Rtiqulatendisco Post Number: 23 Registered: 01-2004 |
I'm in. | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 372 Registered: 07-2003 |
If you are talking about that field, yea that is a great spot. That side of Rt.33 would be ideal because of the ridges blocking the sun/heat. Another option would be in the Switzer Dam area. Of course, that is another 2000 feet up and 10 degrees cooler. | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 46 Registered: 10-2003 |
ok, sounds good, when and where? | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 42 Registered: 11-2003 |
I'm in for a run. I'll camp out in my bedroom though. I'll keep an eye on this thread. Any plans on where to meet? | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 59 Registered: 12-2003 |
Meeting at the Sheetz on Rt-33 at 9am. Or for those comming from the DC area We'll meet at the truck stop on I-66 west before Manassas at 7am. My email tylerking@aol.com for phone number. See ya'll there. BTW where is the Switzer Dam area? | ||
| Michael Noe (Noee) Senior Member Username: Noee Post Number: 877 Registered: 03-2002 |
Count me in for Sat, I can come out and play for the day... | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 47 Registered: 10-2003 |
all set then, see you there... Marco | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 376 Registered: 07-2003 |
Switzer is half way up the Mountain off rt.33. Check www.virginia4x4.org for a little more information. | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 60 Registered: 12-2003 |
Thanks. | ||
| Kevin Hans (Kmhans) Member Username: Kmhans Post Number: 44 Registered: 01-2004 |
If I can get the day off, I'm in. How far is it from where I64 hits WV? I'll look here for info Thanks | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 62 Registered: 12-2003 |
Hmm... maybe an hour hour and a half. Not sure really. | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 63 Registered: 12-2003 |
As of now I have a total of 6 rovers and a Yota going. Anyone else? | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 48 Registered: 10-2003 |
It will be my Disco and a friends 4Runner. Marco | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 49 Registered: 10-2003 |
How much damage can be expected for a stock 96 Disco? -Marco | ||
| Michael Noe (Noee) Senior Member Username: Noee Post Number: 879 Registered: 03-2002 |
Depends on your right foot. Trails are easy, fun for stockers. It's a nice area in general, just to camp or whatever. Especially up top. I'm bowing out, my truck will not be together by Sat AM. | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 50 Registered: 10-2003 |
My right foot is heavy, but my wallet is thin, so easy will have to do it, as long as some, or lots of mud can find it's way to the sides, front and back of good ol' Betsy | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 377 Registered: 07-2003 |
OH, come on Mike... How long can it take to swap diffs and axles? | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 44 Registered: 11-2003 |
Yeah, come on Mike. I wanted to show you my CDL button! | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 64 Registered: 12-2003 |
I think we can accomidate the mud on the Disco. Most of the ice around the salt house area should be melted. Bring pleanty of film or if you have advanced into the digital age bring the camera. You'll get a couple of really good water crossings and mud flying shots. | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 380 Registered: 07-2003 |
Should be lots of mud... They are calling for 1" of rain on Saturday day, clearing in the evening. I hate mud... | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 65 Registered: 12-2003 |
Woohoo. Leaky roof fun in the rain. :-). I'm thinking about camping at the site that is at the base of Switer dam. Looked like a nice place. | ||
| Brian Brown (Rtiqulatendisco) New Member Username: Rtiqulatendisco Post Number: 29 Registered: 01-2004 |
Any one driving on Sunday? | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 51 Registered: 10-2003 |
What should I get for Saturday? straps?what kind? any advice? thank you in advance, if anybody wants to coordinate the trip from DC? my cell phone 703 899 1323 work 202 347 1605 pager 202 896 8843, see you there... -Marco | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 52 Registered: 10-2003 |
BTW at what time can the ones coming back on saturday should expect to be heading home? -Marco | ||
| Kevin Hans (Kmhans) Member Username: Kmhans Post Number: 46 Registered: 01-2004 |
I'll be heading N on I 81 to RT 33. Once I get off the exit, how do I get to the Sheetz where everyone is meeting up? Oh, and I'll just be out for Saturday. Thanks | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 45 Registered: 11-2003 |
Kevin, heading north on I81 take the 33 west exit. after three lights you'll see the Sheetz on the right. If the forecast is right and we're expecting an inch of rain, Lost Mirrors may not be the best trail to try as it has two river crossings. That little river can get pretty high. I guess we can play it by ear. At least the rain is supposed to end early. See you tommorrow. | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 68 Registered: 12-2003 |
I'll organize the trip from the DC area. Meet at the rest stop on I-66 west before Manassas at 7am. You should be ok with out straps of your own for this trip. I'd get somekind of front tow point other than the factory ones,a 20ft recovery strap would work. Check the resources section of the site for places to get them. As for when people leave that's really up to them. My plan on camping got scrapped last night due to family issues. Looking forward to playing in the woods. | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 383 Registered: 07-2003 |
I will try and find you guys up there somewhere, again. It will be after 1 before I will even get a chance to get away. Will anyone have an FRS or CB with them? If so, what channel will you run? | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 69 Registered: 12-2003 |
I'll have both. I'm getting a new CB today. I'll be on ch.33. | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 46 Registered: 11-2003 |
Daniel, I have an FRS/GMRS now. Don't we usually use channel 4? I had my tires put on by CC Rosen today. I'm looking forward to trying them out. | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 48 Registered: 11-2003 |
Guys, had a great time today! Tires and cdl really did the trick. Shocks next. Bobbi's on the couch curled up with her nose tucked under tail snoring away. Lets do it again soon. Oh yeah, if you lived here you'd be home by now! | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 384 Registered: 07-2003 |
What trails other that 2nd MTN did you guys run? I ran into the Nova Jeeper guys at Dry Run and they said they say you eairler in the day, but I never did run into you. I ended up running Salt, Shed, Lost Mirrors, Dictum Ridge, and part of Dry Run. I had fun...  | ||
| Kevin Hans (Kmhans) Member Username: Kmhans Post Number: 47 Registered: 01-2004 |
Made it home OK, but I wonder if my T-case isn't half full of water! Anyway, thanks again for the "local knowledge" today, and I'll try to get those pics out to you guys maybe tomorrow.....Will, sorry we never hooked up! | ||
| Kevin Hans (Kmhans) Member Username: Kmhans Post Number: 48 Registered: 01-2004 |
Good work Tyler, I think you won't have any over heating issues if you keep this up!  | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 71 Registered: 12-2003 |
Hehe. Who needs a snorkel?? Made it home with no issues. Guess the over heating is just another personality trait of the truck. | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 49 Registered: 11-2003 |
That water crossing looks even better coming over the hood. I'll bet it cleaned the mud out of my radiator. | ||
| Will Cupp (W_cupp) Senior Member Username: W_cupp Post Number: 385 Registered: 07-2003 |
What time of day did you come thru the river at dry run? I sat there till about 4:00 and then rode up to Kepheart trail head till about 4:30. From Kepheart I could see the Salt Shed trail. | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 50 Registered: 11-2003 |
It was about 5 or so. Starting to get dark. Do you feel like going up and seeing how Marco and friends are doing today? I'm probably gonna go up there in a little while. Give me a call, 540-271-1355. | ||
| EricV (Bender2033) Senior Member Username: Bender2033 Post Number: 311 Registered: 08-2002 |
Walter, Looks like you guys had a good time! You got your new tires? We should try to put together another trip soon. -Eric | ||
| Walter Dent (Walter) Member Username: Walter Post Number: 53 Registered: 11-2003 |
I'd be up for it in a couple of weeks Eric. Let me know. | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 53 Registered: 10-2003 |
Hey guys, first of all it was great meeting you all, this was the best weekend ever, Thank you for bearing with us, We have to do it again, I got a friend of mine all souped up for the last week fo march, so lets do it again, I'll try to get at least new tires for the next trip, and better recovery points, mmm...and a winch, and ...a snorkel...and skid plates, well, I could go on almost forever, New tires will do for next trip... -Marco | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 73 Registered: 12-2003 |
I'm game Eric. Let me know when. | ||
| Dave Young (Dog_spots) New Member Username: Dog_spots Post Number: 40 Registered: 06-2003 |
....looking for an excuse to go if my truck is ready by then. 27th? I so, I'm in. | ||
| Tyler kinghorn (Flippedrover) Member Username: Flippedrover Post Number: 75 Registered: 12-2003 |
Can't do the 27th. Allready got a trip planned for that weekend. | ||
| Dave Young (Dog_spots) Member Username: Dog_spots Post Number: 41 Registered: 06-2003 |
Don't hesitate to throw a date at me. I think I am going on the 27th anyway. Anyone else want to come...that would be great. | ||
| Marco A Mendoza (Kkngtgr) Member Username: Kkngtgr Post Number: 56 Registered: 10-2003 |
I think I'll be able to make it on the 27th plus a couple fo other trucks...let me know... -Marco |
