Alabama thread!

I’d want a way to adjust them on the road if need be. Never know what might happen

 

Mornin fellas

 

Good morning Phil.

 

Sup Barrie

 

I managed to get the air bags installed on the 4runner. They are working now but did run into an issue with one of the lines being pinched. Thanks Phil for the input on how we removed the springs on the FJ.

Stay weather aware tonight and thru tomorrow peeps.

From AlabamaWX

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hUfU50Dubk&t=1s

The primary concern is a squall line expected to enter northwest Alabama after midnight, bringing the risk of damaging straight-line winds and isolated tornadoes. James emphasized that while widespread tornado activity is not expected, the potential for brief, spin-up tornadoes remains, especially in areas northwest of the state. The greatest threat appears to be strong winds capable of knocking down trees and power lines, with potential power outages likely during the early morning hours.

As of late afternoon, the weather remained calm across most of Alabama, aside from heavy rainfall and flooding in Baldwin County and Escambia County, Florida. Flash flood warnings were active for that region, with some areas receiving over three inches of rain. Elsewhere in the state, conditions were relatively quiet, although a severe weather system was developing to the northwest, spanning Arkansas to the Great Lakes. This system will drive the squall line into Alabama during the early morning hours Monday.



Timing is key with this system. Spann broke down the expected arrival of storms by region: from 1–6 a.m. for the Tennessee Valley and northwest Alabama, 4–10 a.m. for central parts including Birmingham, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa, and 9 a.m.–2 p.m. for southeastern Alabama. While instability will be moderate early in the day, weak wind shear will likely limit the tornado potential. However, Spann urged residents—especially those in manufactured homes or surrounded by trees—to take severe thunderstorm warnings seriously, as strong winds can be just as dangerous as tornadoes in certain settings.

Looking ahead, Spann noted a dramatic warm-up is expected later in the week, with highs reaching the upper 80s, possibly brushing record levels. However, a sharp cooldown is also in the forecast by April 7–9, with temperatures dipping into the 30s across parts of the state. He reminded viewers not to plant frost-sensitive vegetation until after April 15, a consistent lesson from Alabama’s rollercoaster spring climate.

 

Good morning Bama y'all have a great day and stay safe today.

 

Good morning David.

 

Mornin fellas

 

Morning guys.

 

Sup Hayden

 

From AlabamaWX

RADAR CHECK: Just before daybreak strong storms are over Northwest Alabama, extending into eastern Mississippi. A flash flood warning has been issued for parts of Colbert, Franklin, and Lawrence counties, where over two inches of rain has fallen early this morning.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for the northern half of Alabama through noon today…



As the storms sweep through Alabama this morning they will be capable of producing strong straight line winds and hail. The chance of a tornado is very low, but not zero. The storms will exit the southeast corner of the state early this afternoon.



The sky will clear tonight as cooler, drier air arrives. Temperatures drop into the 40s early tomorrow morning over much of the state. Then, the day tomorrow will be dry with a partly to mostly sunny sky along with a high in the 70s.

SUMMER PREVIEW: A strong upper ridge will bring a summer preview to Alabama over the latter half of the week, with afternoon highs in the 85 to 90 degree range. This ridge will likely keep showers and storms north and west of Alabama, but a few strong storms could creep into the northwest corner of the state Wednesday evening. These are the daily record highs for Birmingham…

April 3 87 (1999)
April 4 88 (1934)
April 5 88 (2010)

If we do reach 90 degrees on one of these days, it won’t be the earlier 90 degree temperature on record; that happened on March 21, 1907.

THE WEEKEND: Saturday will be another very warm, dry day with a high in the mid to upper 80s, but the ridge breaks down allowing showers and thunderstorms to return Sunday.

Much cooler air follows the rain Sunday, and there will be some risk of frost and a late season freeze for parts of Alabama by April 7-8. See the video briefing for maps, graphics, and more details.



ON THIS DATE IN 1962: 17 people killed by tornado at Milton FL, Florida’s worst tornado disaster. An F3 tornado ripped through Milton killing 17 people and injuring 100. Damage was set at $1.5 million

 

Just trying to get back in the swing of things. It was hard to get out of bed this morning after being off for 5 days.

 

Sup Mike

I bet.

 

sup fellas. Less than 5 weeks till cruise!

 

Sup Brian

 

About to book our excursions

 

I'm about to pull up that vid and watch it. Does it show the first campground we plan to stay at? My coworker doesn't think he'll be out of town that weekend....so I am planning

 

no but here it is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4AvT0qx-AA

 

Morning y'all be careful and have a great day today.

 

I was just in Ellijay a few weeks ago. Cool place.


If anyone is into MTB or beer….this bike shop is a pretty sweet hangout.

https://www.cartecaybikes.com/