Bradywgn71

Here is that trip report. I've also had friends and seen other offroad road groups get the permit to camp at the river.

Just when he changed altitude. Chris and a friend ended up taking off the heavy bumper and dropped the tank. Turned out that within the fuel tank there is a check valve for of the vehicle rolls over. This one was weak and closing when the change in altitude creates pressure. Chris created a new breather line (since we don't have emissions) and it's back to normal now. Also took the opportunity to change the original fuel pump too. One of the last original parts on our WJ.

We've got recharging options in the RV if you need it.

We just paid and are looking forward to this great event!

Our WJ just did this. Turned out to be the fuel filter that had a regulator inside. Now starts just like normal. We did buy the fuel pump just in case but so far don't need it. Glad you got yours figured out. Chris is still chasing the issue of it not wanting to accept fuel. It will only take a tiny trickle of fuel when we change altitude. super annoying and likely going to get to drop the fuel tank

I've had zero issues with speed/latency on our residential starlink or starlink mini. Heavy snow or crazy thunderstorm will sometimes cause a drop but it reconnects pretty quickly. We recently got the starlink mini. we blew through that 50g of data in under 7 days. Granted Chris was gaming and streaming shows in the evenings. We have done the pause feature before and it was fast to pause and then bring back online. Since you are not in the rural area check with your phone carrier. We used a hotspot from Verizon and ATT in the past to successful work from home. More stable on the price and typically we had great service in the phoenix area.

Finally got the ARB awning put onto the roof rack of the WJ. Only had that for 5 years and carrying it between moves. Also, got some new fog lights put in the front bumper.

Using the trails offroad website use code TL10FOR10 to get the trails off-road membership for $10. This expires on 5/18

Then this past weekend we went to the Summit 4x4 charity event in Chino Valley. Chris was convinced to do the RTI ramp and won the day with the highest score with a 1132. He could have had a higher score but the ramp was too short. This is even with the limit straps.

So it's been way way too long since I updated this thread. With the last two years of spinal surgeries the Jeep has been mostly ignored until recently. She also got a new reman engine put in in August of 2024 and a new transmission in 2025. Now for more fun news.... This winter Chris and a friend repainted the entire Jeep. She really needed it and was showing her age. Just a barn paint job but what a huge difference! The custom AZ pinstripe from before: The rusted screws on the hood vents: After sanding: Some of the prep work (which took way longer than I knew): Old Headlights: New Headlights: Then after a few coats of professional paint and clear coat: Also done with this makeover: -New darker tint on all the windows and windshield (we have the AZ MVD doc note for that) Repainted everything underneath -Repainted roof rack and bumpers - Removed CB Radio -Installed new HAM radio antenna cord (the one we had was breaking after years of abuse) -New driver's mirror -Fixed window actuator so the glass will go up and down So this is what we have left to do on this makeover: -Install the new 12k winch - Fix the gas tank (not wanting to fill issue) -Finish the new tablet radio install and enhance the speakers so I can hear the music on the highway -Watching marketplace for deals on new wheels. These are starting to have the clearcoat peel off and are pretty abused

Looks like a great trip!!

We'll be there on Saturday with a day pass.

Great to see everyone and happy to get some trail "therapy" after months away. Here is a link to the photos I took. Thanks to everyone for such a fun day!

We tried using a WeBoost cell booster and it wasn't worth it. Barely amplified poor signal. We instead switched to using Starlink. They now have the mobile small version of this. We've been very happy with Starlink speeds. There is a monthly fee for this.

Looking forward to seeing everyone! I will bring several dozen farm fresh eggs if anyone is interested in buying some.

Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. Looking forward to a much better 2026!

Sign us up for the easy route. Two people. Bringing Mac and cheese.

Love the photos and hope to be able to do the "Redemption" run next year (hopefully fall so my neck is done fusing) or whenever that gets scheduled!

I have one brand new Luno Camping Mattresses I'd like to sell. They are the long size and very comfortable. Great for car camping or in a tent. Located in Chino Valley but make monthly trips to the Phoenix valley. Asking $200 on Facebook but would accept lower from an ORP member. Manufacturer description: Luno AIR+FOAM PRO Camping Mattress is our comfiest, most versatile sleep system ever. Designed to fit seamlessly in your tent or trunk, it’s easy to switch up where you sleep. The rectangular shape fits any tent, while our revolutionary, patented Head Support Bridge Attachments turn your backseat into a bed in seconds. This mattress is any camper’s dream sleep system. Specs & Sizing Size: Short = 67" x 25" x 4" (170 cm x 63.5 cm x 10 cm) Regular = 72” x 25” x 4” (183 cm x 63.5 cm x 10 cm) Tall = 78” x 25” x 4” (198 cm x 63.5 cm x 10 cm) Packed Size: Short = 25” x 7” (63.5 cm x 18 cm) Regular = 26” x 7” (66 cm x 18 cm) Tall = 27” x 7” (68.5 cm x 18 cm) Self Inflation Time: Will self-inflate up to ~60% inflation in ~2 minutes (times may vary with storage). AirRoll Bag included to speed up inflation and top up extra air to achieve desired inflation level. R-Value: 11.4

Here's the link to my photos and videos. Feel free to download and use any. https://photos.app.goo.gl/S7C6eBLwT34Kx8C69

Home safe as well. I'll get the few photos I took and the videos from the game posted this week. Thanks for a great time!

Hope you feel better. It's rainy and in the 50s currently in Flagstaff. So bring those jackets for sure!

We'll bring a five gallon propane tank

Tiny bit of shelf road at the end where it rejoins the pavement. Ran this about two years ago and just brushy. There is a spur trial that connects to Woodchute from Perkensville road that I would NOT recommend for anything but an ATV. That one is badly washed out and right switchbacks climbing the side of the mountain.

We easily power the costway 34 quart fridges we have with an ecoflow delta 2 model. Tested it for over two days without a charge and held up great. We did upgrade to a 200w panel for when we are stationary. Learned the 100w panel is not enough to power both fridges. But the Ecoflow charges in an hour on house power. On Jeep trips we can charge it and run the fridges. The Ecoflow has also helped us with power outages to run freezers. Happy to chat more or welcome to check out how we run it.