4x4's in the Sand

sworxx · 07-01-2003, 07:24 PM

I plan to take my T100 4x4 up to Cape Cod this weekend and they allow you to drive on the beach. My question is will the sand get into the work and mess everything up, or do I not have to worry about sand getting into the drivetrain parts. Just figured I'd ask before I went and did it. Thanks.

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Shane · 07-01-2003, 08:21 PM

No, as long as you still have good seals it won't get in unless you decide to do an imitation of a submarine. Sand and grease/gear oil tend to make a lovely mix on the underbody though if you've got any good leaks.

sworxx · 07-01-2003, 08:46 PM

Thanks, I don't believe that I have any leaks. I'll just hose it off really good once I leave the beach!!!

transalper · 07-02-2003, 07:54 AM

Don't forget to air down your tires! Have fun and don't spend too much time in P-town.

sworxx · 07-02-2003, 09:44 PM

I know about the tires, I even plan to bring a portable compressor to pump them back up. Don't worry, only Fireworks at P-Town for me!!

Todd E · 07-03-2003, 06:50 AM

If I remember correctly, the ranger station has air there for that purpose.
Also, get there EARLY for the week pass. Apparently they go fast.
Todd

sworxx · 07-03-2003, 02:18 PM

Oh crap! Didn't know you needed a pass. I'll have to look into that, I'm sure they're closed on Friday July 4th too!!!

07-01-2003, 08:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
Shane Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 3,000	No, as long as you still have good seals it won't get in unless you decide to do an imitation of a submarine. Sand and grease/gear oil tend to make a lovely mix on the underbody though if you've got any good leaks. __________________ "It's one great big dysfunctional family that now has to split up and spread dysfunctionality around the greater world," Bill Stainton on the breakup of the cast of "Almost Live!"

07-02-2003, 07:54 AM	#4 (permalink)
transalper Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: MN, USA Posts: 430	Don't forget to air down your tires! Have fun and don't spend too much time in P-town. __________________ Jay - 97 4Runner SR5 V6 Auto Air/E Lockers, OME, Revos, ARB bull bar, Superwinch X9, sliders, etc . . .

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Todd E Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 388	If I remember correctly, the ranger station has air there for that purpose. Also, get there EARLY for the week pass. Apparently they go fast. Todd __________________ 1986 2wd Xtracab Longbed "Woody edition" 4" lift (3" suspension, 1" body), Allpro 5" lift rear springs 265/70/17 Dueler Revos, 8" rear axle - 5.29's & lockright SR5 guage cluster - glowing red Going prerunner for now, saving for longtravel kit...

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sworxx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 83	Thanks, I don't believe that I have any leaks. I'll just hose it off really good once I leave the beach!!!

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sworxx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 83	I know about the tires, I even plan to bring a portable compressor to pump them back up. Don't worry, only Fireworks at P-Town for me!!

07-03-2003, 02:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
sworxx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 83	Oh crap! Didn't know you needed a pass. I'll have to look into that, I'm sure they're closed on Friday July 4th too!!!