Fordyce, or Ford-ICE- Saved a Toy today

ErikB · 02-10-2003, 10:21 PM

Went up to Fordyce/Eagle Lakes to play today and met a dude who was in a bit of a predicament...

This is one of those spots that are already off-camber and leaning you toward a loooooong way down if you went over for some reason.
Add to that snow (making it even MORE off-camber), then melt and re-freeze it so it turns to ice, and you've got problems.

There is almost NOTHING holding that truck on the hill. I have no idea how it stopped there and didn't keep going.

ErikB · 02-10-2003, 10:26 PM

Before we did anything, we secured the truck to a tree about 60 feet up the hill using chains, straps, and a hi-lift.
Then we started digging ruts for the tires to hopefully follow, and unloaded everything from the back of the truck to make it a little lighter.

Oops- the strap broke

(cut by the edge of the bumper).
The left rear tire also drops into a hole (air pocket from bushes under the snow), leaning the truck over even further. Luckily, everthing held or he'd of been a gonner!

I'm glad I wasn't in the driver's seat!!!

OOP'S · 02-10-2003, 10:31 PM

Good save Beeb's, looks like it is time to mount that winch you have layng beside the shop!!!!!!!!

ErikB · 02-10-2003, 10:31 PM

That's better...

Almost there...

Safe and sound, time to survey the damage (where the truck was, and where he could have gone!)

And time for the dude to change his shorts!

That dude was SOOOOOOOOOOO lucky! And we were stoked to be able to get him out.

Needless to say, we didn't feel like attempting to drive past that spot after the ordeal, so we turned around and played elsewhere the rest of the day.

SeaBass44 · 02-10-2003, 10:40 PM

Way to STEP up!

RJ · 02-10-2003, 10:47 PM

Holy crap that brings back memories... I was in that same spot last year in the exact same position, if matt wasn't there with his winch I would be at the bottom of the hill !!! GOOD SAVE. BEEBS...

edwardsteiger · 02-11-2003, 05:32 AM

BEEBS, Nice save. OOPS hit it time for that winch. Wish I was there to help.

woody99 · 02-11-2003, 08:33 AM

Nice job EriK! Wish I was there!

Booger Weldz · 02-11-2003, 08:46 AM

that was sooooooo close to being ugly

can i call you when i do something stupid???

[color=limegreen]*BEEBS TOWING* [COLOR]

whitetoy · 02-11-2003, 08:47 AM

Way to go Erik. That guy owes you BIG TIME.
Where exactly is that spot ? Is it past the turn off to Eagle Lakes and up the hill ?
Got the GPS coords for that spot ?

Arnold · 02-11-2003, 09:39 AM

It's a good thing you were there and yet another reason to not go wheeling alone.

crawler#976 · 02-11-2003, 10:13 AM

nice recovery!

I wouldn't even want to open the freakin' door to get out! I'd be headin' out the high side so fast it'd be just a blur!

Gotta love lockers on ice-

later

82FB · 02-11-2003, 10:55 AM

My friend slid off a road up off of Foresthill Road this pas weekend in his nice fj40. Saved by on well anchored rock that his right front tire stopped on as he was headed over. He stayed in the drivers seat with foot on brake for like an hour while the rest in his group rigged up safety straps, etc. Had to leave it overnite like that I guess. Got it out safely, though. The snow and ice this time of year is nasty.

TNToy · 02-11-2003, 11:01 AM

I did something like that once, except it was only a 40 foot downhill angle.

All i could do was turn downhill, put it gear, and hammer it.

Sidehill with dropoffs suck.

montezuma · 02-11-2003, 11:06 AM

How far down is that drop in the photo?

PurpleYotaGirl · 02-11-2003, 12:32 PM

I always hated side hills and Drop offs...
And I know the pictures never look as bad as they are...

Rwhat · 02-11-2003, 01:18 PM

I think i nned to change my shorts after looking at those pictures.

Nice save Erik

MDW · 02-11-2003, 01:37 PM

Wow, i think he was even closer than than u were,rj. He's lucky he made it that far, because if i can remember right the rock just behind him covered in snow has about a 3 foot drop on the downhill side

That whould have been ugly, because its a loonng way down. Nice save man

ErikB · 02-14-2003, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Precisely how far down is that drop in the photo?

Well, if you look at the trees at the bottom of the hill and guess that they are about 150' tall, I'd say 200' or so. Its not a vertical drop, but not something you'd want to roll or probably even drive down.

No GPS, but if you recognize this spot, its right before it:

Its the spot that most people usually hug that one side of since the other side is kinda tippy if you don't take the right line (no drop of next to it or anything though).

That guy had a stock truck- no lockers and he slid anyway.

And no he doesn't owe me anything except to return the favor if I'm in need.

He tried to offer me all his cash ($100 or so) and take me to dinner and whatever else he could think of, but I refused.
I'd want someone else to do the same for me.

And OOP's- I'll trade you that 50,000lb? winch for your 8000lb one... just think how well you'd be making out on that deal! Just mount that 500lb beast down low and you'd never flop again!

Bob Williams · 02-14-2003, 04:59 PM

Nice Save! I know that guy is grateful that you showed up when you did.

85Surf · 02-14-2003, 05:29 PM

WOW*****

ERIK,

GOOD
1. call on un-loading the bed and truck!

2. And taken the TIME to dig some RUTS too,"I know learned from all this"
ATTA BOY,

3.That Blond kid looks like my little Bro and his Hippie / Stoner buddys, was he like 5'7"ish ?

" wanna be Snow Board Pro's"

just curios what did you air down tothat day ?

ErikB · 02-14-2003, 07:16 PM

Dudes name was Jay and he said he works & Sac Jaguar. He was probably my age (30ish), that's him in the first pic.

Only aired down to about 12. Snow was very hard. Could drive right over the top of un-tracked snow w/o sinking at all. Was only 3' deep MAX anywhere we were, some places there was none at all. Rivers weren't too high either.

ToyFamily · 02-14-2003, 07:26 PM

I know that spot...same when it snowed a few years ago a buddy was going though there and the left rear dropped off...some how he drove forward out of it without it dragging him down.....that's a pucker spot

aaron t · 02-14-2003, 10:16 PM

good thing that guy didn't have my old roofrack.....

Nate C · 02-15-2003, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by ErikB

And no he doesn't owe me anything except to return the favor if I'm in need.

He tried to offer me all his cash ($100 or so) and take me to dinner and whatever else he could think of, but I refused.
I'd want someone else to do the same for me.

Great job Erik! D**n I gotta change my shorts too just from the picks...woulda been a nice ride backin out even though you were safety chained!!!

02-10-2003, 10:21 PM	#1
ErikB Grocery Getter Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 59 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 9,283	Fordyce, or Ford-ICE- Saved a Toy today Went up to Fordyce/Eagle Lakes to play today and met a dude who was in a bit of a predicament... This is one of those spots that are already off-camber and leaning you toward a loooooong way down if you went over for some reason. Add to that snow (making it even MORE off-camber), then melt and re-freeze it so it turns to ice, and you've got problems. There is almost NOTHING holding that truck on the hill. I have no idea how it stopped there and didn't keep going. __________________ . http://home.4x4wire.com/erik '97 4runner build

02-10-2003, 10:26 PM	#2
ErikB Grocery Getter Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 59 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 9,283	Before we did anything, we secured the truck to a tree about 60 feet up the hill using chains, straps, and a hi-lift. Then we started digging ruts for the tires to hopefully follow, and unloaded everything from the back of the truck to make it a little lighter. Oops- the strap broke (cut by the edge of the bumper). The left rear tire also drops into a hole (air pocket from bushes under the snow), leaning the truck over even further. Luckily, everthing held or he'd of been a gonner! I'm glad I wasn't in the driver's seat!!! __________________ . http://home.4x4wire.com/erik '97 4runner build

02-10-2003, 10:31 PM	#3
OOP'S Pirate4x4 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 30 Location: Roseville, CA,To many Yuppies, Not enough Hippies Posts: 14,098	Good save Beeb's, looks like it is time to mount that winch you have layng beside the shop!!!!!!!! __________________ David & Theresa, Roseville, CA, Excellent Parts Source http://www.davezoffroadperformance.com/ http://www.marlincrawler.com/ http://www.12voltguy.com/web/

02-10-2003, 10:31 PM	#4
ErikB Grocery Getter Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 59 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 9,283	That's better... Almost there... Safe and sound, time to survey the damage (where the truck was, and where he could have gone!) And time for the dude to change his shorts! That dude was SOOOOOOOOOOO lucky! And we were stoked to be able to get him out. Needless to say, we didn't feel like attempting to drive past that spot after the ordeal, so we turned around and played elsewhere the rest of the day. __________________ . http://home.4x4wire.com/erik '97 4runner build

02-10-2003, 10:40 PM	#5
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02-10-2003, 10:47 PM	#6
RJ Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Member # 13377 Location: Rocklin Posts: 202	Holy crap that brings back memories... I was in that same spot last year in the exact same position, if matt wasn't there with his winch I would be at the bottom of the hill !!! GOOD SAVE. BEEBS... __________________ 88 Runner NOT STOCK

02-11-2003, 05:32 AM	#7
edwardsteiger Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Member # 8766 Location: San Antonio TX Posts: 156	BEEBS, Nice save. OOPS hit it time for that winch. Wish I was there to help. __________________ Why work go wheel'n

02-11-2003, 08:33 AM	#8
woody99 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Member # 587 Location: El Dorado Hills... lately Posts: 974	Nice job EriK! Wish I was there! __________________ eighty three on thirty eights and a nice tow rig too. Last edited by woody99; 02-11-2003 at 08:35 AM.

02-11-2003, 08:46 AM	#9
Booger Weldz chicken fucker Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2931 Location: oakdale, ca Posts: 7,556	that was sooooooo close to being ugly can i call you when i do something stupid??? [color=limegreen]BEEBS TOWING [COLOR] __________________ http://www.diamondaxle.com http://www.F-O-A.com http://www.12voltguy.com http://www.addictedoffroad.com wanted: (2) 12''x3''x250# coilover springs 2002 diamond axled coilover/linked tacoma v6 4door rock taxi with dual cases and beadlocked 37s

02-11-2003, 08:47 AM	#10
whitetoy Granite Guru Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2873 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 936	Way to go Erik. That guy owes you BIG TIME. Where exactly is that spot ? Is it past the turn off to Eagle Lakes and up the hill ? Got the GPS coords for that spot ? __________________ Rick 1984 4Runner

02-11-2003, 09:39 AM	#11
Arnold Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Member # 1246 Location: Stanwood, WA Posts: 2,104	It's a good thing you were there and yet another reason to not go wheeling alone.

02-11-2003, 10:13 AM	#12
crawler#976 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Member # 5402 Location: North of Prescott, AZ Posts: 1,028	nice recovery! I wouldn't even want to open the freakin' door to get out! I'd be headin' out the high side so fast it'd be just a blur! Gotta love lockers on ice- later __________________ 2009 Dodge Power Wagon with stuff on it...

02-11-2003, 10:55 AM	#13
82FB Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 41 Location: Coarsegold, CA(Fresno) Posts: 3,135	My friend slid off a road up off of Foresthill Road this pas weekend in his nice fj40. Saved by on well anchored rock that his right front tire stopped on as he was headed over. He stayed in the drivers seat with foot on brake for like an hour while the rest in his group rigged up safety straps, etc. Had to leave it overnite like that I guess. Got it out safely, though. The snow and ice this time of year is nasty.

02-11-2003, 11:06 AM	#15
montezuma Rock God Join Date: Feb 2003 Member # 16789 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,792	How far down is that drop in the photo? __________________ The Parts Pimp. I'm looking for highpinion TTB Dana44 gears in a 3.08. Let me know if you've got some. Collision Parts warehouse San Diego for replacement fenders and radiators: http://www.1800bodyparts.com/ Last edited by montezuma; 01-19-2010 at 09:47 PM.

02-11-2003, 12:32 PM	#16
PurpleYotaGirl Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Member # 2646 Location: Citrus Heights, CA Posts: 1,561	I always hated side hills and Drop offs... And I know the pictures never look as bad as they are... __________________ Love our Lands Tread lightly! www.4-wheelin.com

02-11-2003, 01:18 PM	#17
Rwhat Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Member # 10177 Location: Bay area, California Now Hawaii Posts: 858	Holy I think i nned to change my shorts after looking at those pictures. Nice save Erik __________________ "Swiss army and a roll a duct tape" Ricer Cars and Tampoons have alot in common, Sooner or Later Every Pussy has to have one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

02-11-2003, 01:37 PM	#18
MDW Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Member # 2168 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 452	Wow, i think he was even closer than than u were,rj. He's lucky he made it that far, because if i can remember right the rock just behind him covered in snow has about a 3 foot drop on the downhill side That whould have been ugly, because its a loonng way down. Nice save man __________________ 96 taco, collecting fun parts as we speak. 2006 CRF450r, 06 crf50, 07 gsxr 750. U.A.447 pipefitters

02-14-2003, 04:59 PM	#20
Bob Williams Parking Expert Join Date: May 2001 Member # 4421 Location: In the garage, three years and counting... Posts: 907	Nice Save! I know that guy is grateful that you showed up when you did.

02-14-2003, 05:29 PM	#21
85Surf Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Member # 12505 Location: N.America Posts: 662	WOW***** ERIK, GOOD 1. call on un-loading the bed and truck! 2. And taken the TIME to dig some RUTS too,"I know learned from all this" ATTA BOY, 3.That Blond kid looks like my little Bro and his Hippie / Stoner buddys, was he like 5'7"ish ? " wanna be Snow Board Pro's" just curios what did you air down tothat day ? __________________ 1.If You Do not have nothing Nice to SAY,Don't say nothing at all. 2. 85Surf ARB'd Locked and Geared w-Flex & still NOT on a Trailer to the trail or home ,most of the time,he he.

02-14-2003, 07:16 PM	#22
ErikB Grocery Getter Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 59 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 9,283	Dudes name was Jay and he said he works & Sac Jaguar. He was probably my age (30ish), that's him in the first pic. Only aired down to about 12. Snow was very hard. Could drive right over the top of un-tracked snow w/o sinking at all. Was only 3' deep MAX anywhere we were, some places there was none at all. Rivers weren't too high either. __________________ . http://home.4x4wire.com/erik '97 4runner build

02-14-2003, 07:26 PM	#23
ToyFamily Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Mar 2000 Member # 463 Location: everywhere Posts: 3,321	I know that spot...same when it snowed a few years ago a buddy was going though there and the left rear dropped off...some how he drove forward out of it without it dragging him down.....that's a pucker spot __________________ A bunch of Toyotas...who wants to know Torchmate Racing www.torchmateracing.com

02-14-2003, 10:16 PM	#24
aaron t Rock God Join Date: Feb 2002 Member # 10086 Location: tucson, az Posts: 2,256	good thing that guy didn't have my old roofrack..... __________________ buy my buggy http://pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=738454

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