Carolina Meet 17-19 April

for the guys "new" to wheeling...read this

Things to bring:
1) Tow strap: It should be nylon, at least 2" wide, and there should be *no* metal hooks on the ends. Metal hooks can be very dangerous if things go wrong.
2) Trash bag
3) Fire extinguisher
4) Full sized spare tire
5) A basic socket set, screwdriver, etc.
6) Food and water (I like to bring a loaf of bread, squeezable peanut butter and squeezable jelly. With that you could get stuck on the trail overnight and you'll still have enough food.)
7) Warm clothes.

How to drive:
1) As soon as you enter the trail stop and get into 4-lo. I do just about all of Uwharrie in 4-low.
2) If you have to drive over a rock put your tire right on it. On the street obstacles are really small so you straddle everything. Off road they are big and you have the most clearance between the front/rear tires.
3) Get out of your truck and look at the rear axle. See that big lump? That's the pumpkin (aka rear diff). Know where it is so if you do straddle things you don't smash it into everything. It's pretty durable so don't go nuts worrying about it but it does make an awful sound when you slam it and it can hold you up when you're trying to get past something.
4) Now look under the driver's door and observe the transfer case. It looks like this: http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/maintenance/tacoma_4runner_30k/transfercase.jpg It's not as durable so don't smash it into rocks.
5) If the traction is bad on an obstacle you might need a little momentum. If the traction is good you should take it as just above idle in 4-lo 1st gear.

Other notes:
1) Be prepared for an unexpectedly long drive. I think a stock taco/4Runner will do well at Uwharrie. I'm confident I could every trail in it without carnage, especially after sliders. Not everybody will be the same. Wheelers are notorious for being late. Prepare anybody that might care about you for the possibility of a long day.
2) Get a map at the pay station (El Dorado) or print one off online.
3) A CB will make the trip so much more fun.
4) The trail leader and tail gunner are typically more experienced guys with good rigs and radios. It's their job to look after the group.
5) Try to keep the guy in front of you and behind you in sight.
6) If you become uncomfortable there is no shame in NOT trying an obstacle. We'd much rather you drive home safe and happy at the end of the day than tear your truck up

 

everyone should make sure to peruse this thread as well

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/off-roading-trails/15254-off-road-tips-gear-list.html

 

cant take credit...c&p off another site

edited and added to by me though

 

I should also add that i'll have what fluids i can find in the shed...it may be oil...it may be gear oil...it may be tranny fluid...it may be spray paint

if its not...then i'll prob pick up a bottle of each JIC

 

how about u bitches get in the chat room and stop taking up space...haha

 

because then it wouldnt be forever recorded for the rest of the folks not online

 

well apparently they are not dedicated individuals!

 

touche

 

just ordered several of these bad boys


should be here before the meet
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200329989_200329989

 

i might be able to get ahold of a cb unit

 

there is a gun range...so i'm thinking of bringing my 9mm and my .44 ruger super blackhawk w/ 10.5" barrel

 

i have no idea

i can because im LEO...but you'd have to check with NC and VA

 

its always easier to ask forgiveness than permission...haha