Official Rock Therapy 2015 Eastern Rollers

OFFICIAL 2015 ROCK THERAPY THREAD IS UP!!!
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/moab/351265-2015-rock-therapy-official-thread.html

This is not going to be a trip for the faint of heart or truck. If you are Open/Open, running a spacer lift, running 265s, don't have armor or have recovery equipment for your truck this is probably not the group for you to go with. I'm not saying you can't go but this group is not geared for that and you may cause some damage to your truck if you follow us. There are many many stock friendly trails in Moab that you could enjoy but may not draw much attention from this group is all I'm trying to say.

We run a bunch of trips in the VA/NC area though out the year that are probably better suited to folks in that category and would love to have you come out and join us. But Moab is gonna tear up a mostly stock Tacoma if you follow the folks I imagine will be rolling out.

The basic plan here is to hit the road and split up the drive to Moab in 2 days (Gonna Suck) or maybe 3 and then enjoy Rock Therapy and roll back home. Its gonna be a 7+ day trip from VA at least...Hence the reason for starting the plans early to secure Vacation/Leave.

Right now this is a place holder for info as it becomes available but I will keep my eyes peeled and update everyone here as to the plans as this all firms up.

In the mean time here is some photos from this years event to get your juices flowing...

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/mo...ck-therapy-picture-thread-12.html#post8734937
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/mo...ck-therapy-picture-thread-11.html#post8734328
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/mo...ck-therapy-picture-thread-11.html#post8733735

 

Stolen info from the Official RT15 Thread...Enjoy!

 

Good info for trail spares and stuff stolen with pride!!!

RIG REQUIREMENTS:

Inspections may be held upon registering at the event.
Do us all a favor and get your shit together! self inspection prior to arrival is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Items to cover, but not limited to:

[FONT=&quot]Brakes:[/FONT][FONT=&quot] Be able to stall vehicle in first gear using service brakes (manual transmission).
be able to stall vehicle in third gear using parking brake (manual trans)

Steering: No excessive play in steering linkage and tie-rode ends, steering racks etc.

Suspension: Inspection of bolt tightness on key components

Tires: Visual inspection of tires for adequate tread. Spare tire required

Lights: Headlights are in proper working order. Taillights on proper working order

Safety: Seat belts for all passengers. Roll bar or hardtop for all vehicles. Fire extinguisher in the vehicle and accessible. Windshield free of cracks that obstruct view of driver.

Communication: CB Radio and/or HAM Radio installed and functional.

Recovery: Tow strap required (no straps with hooked ends). Proper recovery attachments points secured to the frame of vehicle front and rear. Winch (optional). Hi-lift Jack.

MISC: No excessive fluid leaks. No open exhaust (i.e. straight pipes)

Optional: Spare parts. Tool kits.

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Items needed...
CB RADIO!!!, Camping gear (tents, sleeping bags, pillows, chairs, lights, rope, tarp, stakes, hammer, knife), firewood, water (5+gallons), sunscreen, food and beverages for the weekend (bring more to share if you want, but make sure to have enough for your party), grills, tarps, sunshades, tools, spare parts (if any), at least 1 spare tire, recovery strap, extra fluids (oil, tranny, steering, brake, etc), jack stands, small fire extinguisher, map of the area...let me know what i missed and i'll add

*Dry erase board for trail listing at campsite, extra maps to hand out*

Off-road tips and gear list

Spare part recommendations...
CV axles
Tie rod ends
Tires
U-Joints
Driveshaft
ball joints
hoses (radiator, etc)
Extra fluids (motor oil, differential fluid, coolant, steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission, etc)
duct tape
zip ties
wire
fuses

 

Okay ladies here is what we have come up with to assist folks in having a decent route. This route is based of leaving the Richmond, VA area so you would need to look at where you are in relation to Day 1/2 night stops. This is just a helpful guide to assist others in planning and you should see that there are no times/dates associated. If this doesn't work for you then build a route that fits your comfort while behind the wheel time/starting point but Chris was kind enough to do the leg work on the Campground info to make this easier for those in the VA/NC surrounding areas that may be going. I will let the individuals here find groups that work best for them to get out to Utah. No point in driving extra miles just to meet up for some travel camping when it's 12hrs on the road, I know I am opening up the RTT and going straight to bed!

Route to Moab...

Travel Day 1- St. Louis, MO (847mi, 12hr 42min)

KOA 618-931-5160 ~$30 w/ water & electric
3157 West Chain of Rocks Road
Granite City, IL 62040

Travel Day 2- Central City, CO (889mi, 12hr 49min)

Denver West/Central City KOA 303-582-3043 ~$35
605 Lake Gulch Rd. CO Rd 6
Central City, CO 80427

Travel Day 3- AREA BFE, Moab, UT (326mi, 5hr 21min)

Area BFE LLC, 375 South Main Street
Moab, UT 84532

Good luck with your route planning and I am looking forward to seeing some East Coasters out there at Moab.

 

Hell yeah!

 

Jabbers!

 

I think planning for a 3 day drive is safer, JIC any problems arise. Especially if I drive a 29 year old 4runner

 

does the yellow wire mod qualify?

 

We better say yes so Phil doesn't get upset

 

sorry phil i couldnt help but ask!

 

I'm in!

 

Haters the whole lot of yah...I am setting up my date with ECGS once I get ack in cellphone range! I bet you I have two lockers before the Soul less ginger does!

 

im sure you will too! let me know when you schedule that appointment, and dont be late

 

Glad someone made this thread! I was planning to go next year if I can figure out something with my drivetrain by then!

A 3 day drive sounds best to me too because I plan on driving a 34 y/o pickup! Lol

We could take the Trans-American out there!

 

I can swing 9-10 days off, Fri before through Sunday after.

 

Was planning on it...What the hell am I gonna do for 8 hours???

 

let me know when you schedule it, if its on a weekend and i have no plans i may grace you with my company. ecgs is like 20 min away from me

 

Done son! Not sure when I will do it. Wife will be outta town for a while at the end of october...Was also stewing with the idea of just doing it myself since I have so much other stuff to do anyways. I kind of want a pro install though...