Arizona was just plain awesome! - Pirate4x4.Com : 4x4 and Off-Road Forum

TheNerple · 01-20-2004, 10:29 AM

Chris and I got back from Arizona yesterday and we had a blast. There are some pics on the general board for those who require pics. Chris blew a t-case (#4 or 5) after the first trail so he had to get another for me to regear Sat. Night. He missed out on Matrix which was a pretty good trail. We were all back up and running Sat. Night though. Trails done: Preditor, Anihilator, Terminator, Matrix, Anaconda, New Trail, Twisted, and some other I can't remember. The nerple held up great with no broken parts. Arizona definitely sets the bar for hardcore trails. Chris and I gotta go find some new stuff in J.V. to rival. You guys missed out cause Their trails make our known trails look like child's play.

rabidray · 01-20-2004, 10:53 AM

so you like my most favorite place in the world wheel.........

i was up there almost every weekend when i lived in phx.......

then i moved too indiana which sucks in very large portions......

Azrckcrawler · 01-20-2004, 10:56 AM

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Originally posted by ThePurpleNerple
Chris and I got back from Arizona yesterday and we had a blast. There are some pics on the general board for those who require pics. Chris blew a t-case (#4 or 5) after the first trail so he had to get another for me to regear Sat. Night. He missed out on Matrix which was a pretty good trail. We were all back up and running Sat. Night though. Trails done: Preditor, Anihilator, Terminator, Matrix, Anaconda, New Trail, Twisted, and some other I can't remember. The nerple held up great with no broken parts. Arizona definitely sets the bar for hardcore trails. Chris and I gotta go find some new stuff in J.V. to rival. You guys missed out cause Their trails make our known trails look like child's play.

I think you guys also ran Armageddon and Collateral Damage. If you come back this Thanksgiving we might introduce you to Hellraiser

Azrckcrawler · 01-20-2004, 10:57 AM

And one more.....

Azrckcrawler · 01-20-2004, 11:10 AM

Oopps, had one more. this one looks up the waterfall shown in the first pic but I was standing about halfway up it.

Islandzuki · 01-20-2004, 02:55 PM

dam I gotta move to AZ

jp008 · 01-20-2004, 03:49 PM

Ummmmmm...........................you suck.

But congrats on getting to run the AZ rocks.

scwafish · 01-20-2004, 07:49 PM

Did the narrowing seem to help?

ShadowZuk · 01-20-2004, 08:41 PM

How did the t-case break? Curiousity rules

Azrckcrawler · 01-21-2004, 05:33 AM

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Originally posted by ShadowZuk
How did the t-case break? Curiousity rules

I think you guys should post bunch of pics of the mounting, dshafts, etc so everyone here can take a stab at why Chris is breaking so many. For those who don't know, he's been tearing chunks out of the case (usually where the mounting holes are), or just splitting the back half. He's using a TT t-case bucket so I would think that should eliminate case flex, also the front driveshaft is square.

FLEXYSAMMY · 01-21-2004, 09:26 AM

Man one of these days i am going to egt out there I am hoping in the next year or so. That place looks sweet as hell is it open to anyone?

EMIEVEL · 01-21-2004, 09:35 AM

I think the t-case problems will be over soon. I broke several of them before I got the bucket, so there is no excuse for those. I've broken two with the bucket though. The first one was because I didn't check the mounting bolts, and they all loosened up and the t-case started rocking until it broke. The second one, however, broke before the bolts had a chance to loosen up. It cracked next to the mount on the back half. I don't really know why and I was really bummed because I had a bet with Erik that I wouldn't break in Phoenix! It broke on the first run, on that easy trail before Annihilater.
All the front output shafts broke because the front driveshaft was a little long, and I was using the front driveshaft for traction on an optional line on Outer Limits. That square driveshaft is going to get replaced soon anyway. I haven't broken another front output since Erik shortened the driveshaft.

Chris

TheNerple · 01-21-2004, 10:32 AM

Sounds like your t-case problems are coming to a close? Does your mechanic rule or what?

Bill4rest · 01-21-2004, 10:55 AM

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Originally posted by EMIEVEL
I think the t-case problems will be over soon. I broke several of them before I got the bucket, so there is no excuse for those. I've broken two with the bucket though. The first one was because I didn't check the mounting bolts, and they all loosened up and the t-case started rocking until it broke. The second one, however, broke before the bolts had a chance to loosen up. It cracked next to the mount on the back half. I don't really know why and I was really bummed because I had a bet with Erik that I wouldn't break in Phoenix! It broke on the first run, on that easy trail before Annihilater.
All the front output shafts broke because the front driveshaft was a little long, and I was using the front driveshaft for traction on an optional line on Outer Limits. That square driveshaft is going to get replaced soon anyway. I haven't broken another front output since Erik shortened the driveshaft.

Chris

Which "bucket"

and show some pics

Azrckcrawler · 01-21-2004, 11:07 AM

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Originally posted by EMIEVEL
I think the t-case problems will be over soon. I broke several of them before I got the bucket, so there is no excuse for those. I've broken two with the bucket though. The first one was because I didn't check the mounting bolts, and they all loosened up and the t-case started rocking until it broke. The second one, however, broke before the bolts had a chance to loosen up. It cracked next to the mount on the back half. I don't really know why and I was really bummed because I had a bet with Erik that I wouldn't break in Phoenix! It broke on the first run, on that easy trail before Annihilater.
All the front output shafts broke because the front driveshaft was a little long, and I was using the front driveshaft for traction on an optional line on Outer Limits. That square driveshaft is going to get replaced soon anyway. I haven't broken another front output since Erik shortened the driveshaft.

Chris

I just mentioned the d-shaft because JackA's seemed to be doing a number on his D60 pinion and front output after only a couple weeks of running. He does run drive flanges so the front is always spinning. If only somebody would could make an affordable rear case out of billet.......

Azrckcrawler · 01-21-2004, 11:08 AM

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Originally posted by FLEXYSAMMY
Man one of these days i am going to egt out there I am hoping in the next year or so. That place looks sweet as hell is it open to anyone?

You won't find Hellraiser without someone from our club along, it's in a very remote location.

EMIEVEL · 01-21-2004, 02:18 PM

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Originally posted by Bill4rest

Which "bucket" and show some pics

I have the Trail Tough bucket modified with another mount that attaches to the front of the case. Basically, it uses the same mounting points as the Forest Bucket. I don't have an easy way to post pics.

Chris

EMIEVEL · 01-21-2004, 02:32 PM

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Originally posted by TheNerple
Sounds like your t-case problems are coming to a close? Does your mechanic rule or what?

Are you asking or telling?

Chris

TheNerple · 01-21-2004, 04:04 PM

Time will tell! hahahahahaha

FLEXYSAMMY · 01-22-2004, 06:01 AM

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Originally posted by Azrckcrawler

You won't find Hellraiser without someone from our club along, it's in a very remote location.

So let's say I wanted to come out there and wheel with you guys think you might be able to show me around?

Azrckcrawler · 01-22-2004, 06:12 AM

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Originally posted by FLEXYSAMMY

So let's say I wanted to come out there and wheel with you guys think you might be able to show me around?

Just give us some advanced notice and bring spare parts

TheNerple · 01-22-2004, 09:30 AM

Awwww comon' Do samurais really break?

01-20-2004, 10:29 AM	#1 (permalink)
TheNerple Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2816 Location: Loma Linda, CA Posts: 1,566	Arizona was just plain awesome! Chris and I got back from Arizona yesterday and we had a blast. There are some pics on the general board for those who require pics. Chris blew a t-case (#4 or 5) after the first trail so he had to get another for me to regear Sat. Night. He missed out on Matrix which was a pretty good trail. We were all back up and running Sat. Night though. Trails done: Preditor, Anihilator, Terminator, Matrix, Anaconda, New Trail, Twisted, and some other I can't remember. The nerple held up great with no broken parts. Arizona definitely sets the bar for hardcore trails. Chris and I gotta go find some new stuff in J.V. to rival. You guys missed out cause Their trails make our known trails look like child's play.

01-20-2004, 10:53 AM	#2 (permalink)
rabidray Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Member # 12382 Location: hamilton in Posts: 327	yes table mesa goooood so you like my most favorite place in the world wheel......... i was up there almost every weekend when i lived in phx....... then i moved too indiana which sucks in very large portions...... __________________ steamy pile on 33,s

01-20-2004, 10:57 AM	#4 (permalink)
Azrckcrawler Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Member # 3550 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 5,588	And one more..... Attached Images __________________ [URL="http://www.azrockcrawler.com/_images/btgdvd/btgvol4dvd/btgvol4dvd.html"]Built to Grind 4 DVD - 2 Hours of Arizona and NM Rockcrawling [/URL] Chassis Plans for the Do-It-Yourselfer [URL="http://www.azrockcrawler.com"]www.azrockcrawler.com[/URL] BTG Rockcrawlers

01-20-2004, 11:10 AM	#5 (permalink)
Azrckcrawler Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Member # 3550 Location: Phoenix, Az Posts: 5,588	Oopps, had one more. this one looks up the waterfall shown in the first pic but I was standing about halfway up it. Attached Images __________________ [URL="http://www.azrockcrawler.com/_images/btgdvd/btgvol4dvd/btgvol4dvd.html"]Built to Grind 4 DVD - 2 Hours of Arizona and NM Rockcrawling [/URL] Chassis Plans for the Do-It-Yourselfer [URL="http://www.azrockcrawler.com"]www.azrockcrawler.com[/URL] BTG Rockcrawlers

01-20-2004, 02:55 PM	#6 (permalink)
Islandzuki Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Member # 15343 Location: PARADISE GUAM, USA 13N/144E Posts: 2,616	dam I gotta move to AZ __________________ DIRT, MUD, ROCKS WHATEVER!!!!

01-20-2004, 03:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
jp008 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Member # 8690 Location: Layton UT Posts: 780	Ummmmmm...........................you suck. But congrats on getting to run the AZ rocks. __________________ Jim Phillips (D.O.R.) 87 Samurai-91 Kick

01-20-2004, 07:49 PM	#8 (permalink)
scwafish Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Member # 977 Location: Ukiah CA Posts: 3,170	Did the narrowing seem to help? __________________ eXtreme web-wheeler!

01-20-2004, 08:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
ShadowZuk Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Member # 2268 Location: Pueblo, CO Posts: 307	How did the t-case break? Curiousity rules __________________ 87 Suzuki Samurai 4x4, Stock motor, Toy P/S, Transmission, 4:16:1 t-case, Dana 44's f/r. SPOA w/YJ springs. 35" Boggers.

01-21-2004, 09:26 AM	#11 (permalink)
FLEXYSAMMY Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Member # 9474 Location: Heart at Paragon Adventure Park Posts: 1,964	Man one of these days i am going to egt out there I am hoping in the next year or so. That place looks sweet as hell is it open to anyone? __________________ Former samurai owner........ I AM IN NOW WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR MY SPELLING!!!!!

01-21-2004, 09:35 AM	#12 (permalink)
EMIEVEL Rock God Join Date: Jan 2002 Member # 9482 Location: Apple Valley, CA Posts: 2,217	I think the t-case problems will be over soon. I broke several of them before I got the bucket, so there is no excuse for those. I've broken two with the bucket though. The first one was because I didn't check the mounting bolts, and they all loosened up and the t-case started rocking until it broke. The second one, however, broke before the bolts had a chance to loosen up. It cracked next to the mount on the back half. I don't really know why and I was really bummed because I had a bet with Erik that I wouldn't break in Phoenix! It broke on the first run, on that easy trail before Annihilater. All the front output shafts broke because the front driveshaft was a little long, and I was using the front driveshaft for traction on an optional line on Outer Limits. That square driveshaft is going to get replaced soon anyway. I haven't broken another front output since Erik shortened the driveshaft. Chris

01-21-2004, 10:32 AM	#13 (permalink)
TheNerple Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2816 Location: Loma Linda, CA Posts: 1,566	Sounds like your t-case problems are coming to a close? Does your mechanic rule or what?

01-21-2004, 04:04 PM	#19 (permalink)
TheNerple Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2816 Location: Loma Linda, CA Posts: 1,566	Time will tell! hahahahahaha

01-22-2004, 09:30 AM	#22 (permalink)
TheNerple Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2816 Location: Loma Linda, CA Posts: 1,566	Awwww comon' Do samurais really break?

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