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Cliffs (marseilles IL) run on May 12. FJ cruiser trail team scheduled to attend.

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Old May 1, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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I wish! I am pretty sure there isn't a park here but there was some where in WI called Apple Hills or Apple Creek or apple something (not Apple ton) that had a park. I though it was in 4wheel and offroad ultimate adventure a couple of years ago. I will try to dig up that issue but think it was western WI. Only place I have wheeled here is 1.5 hrs north around Lakewood at a place called McCaslin.
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Old May 1, 2007 | 07:09 PM
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found it - Apple Valley Farms
http://rpm4x4.com/avf-events.shtml
Think it is near Eau Claire
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Old May 7, 2007 | 01:27 PM
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come on some one must have a pair?

We did a test run this weekend on gumbys fj55. The park is in good order (sloppy, in the trenches, as always, dry on top) and I have a good idea on what we will run.
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Old May 8, 2007 | 07:41 PM
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So how many do you have for your Saturday run? The boss has ok'd it but I still have to get off this forum and do some work on the '91 before it is ready. My Longfield (27 spline) showed up today and the seals I ordered are here so I should be able to get that stuff in time. Now I just have to get by the DMV to get the tags renewed and finish my undercarriage project. Broke out the wire cup brush last Saturday but haven't had time to do any painting. Would like to get this done before slapping the mud on but it can wait. Is the FJ trail team still on (not that it matters)?
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Old May 9, 2007 | 03:58 AM
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yes they are in. im not sure how many trucks. this event is on at least forums, and I bet we will have 20ish. we will break into 2-3 groups.
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Old May 9, 2007 | 05:26 PM
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Alright, I never thought going wheel'n would become a moral delima. My wife is going to be pissed and my daughter is going to be let down, but I'm in. I will be there at 8:30 in the parking lot, which means I got to leave around 6:30 a.m. to get there. I just can't miss this opportunity, so count me in.

4rnr, can you p.m. me a cell phone#? Just in case i'm late or get a flat tire or something.
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Old May 9, 2007 | 05:29 PM
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yes they are in. im not sure how many trucks. this event is on at least forums, and I bet we will have 20ish. we will break into 2-3 groups.
Looks like a solid 20. The midwest team will be there with 3 FJCs and a 4Runner. Woody from the east coast team (and Appleton) will be there with their Baja FJC.
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Old May 10, 2007 | 06:53 AM
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I'm out. I need to fix the tcase leak and the seal I ordered is the wrong one. I will have the right one tomorrow but have decided to replace the rear tcase comp flange too and it won't be here until Monday. Next time...
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Old May 10, 2007 | 12:34 PM
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Hey guys Im in although my truck isnt ready yet so I call SHOTGUN!!!
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Old May 11, 2007 | 08:19 AM
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Im probly in......where are you Palos guys meeting up to drive out?
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Old May 11, 2007 | 08:45 AM
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Hey SKNKWRX,

Just an update, 4rnr no longer lives in palos and I will be leaving from New Lenox. It seems like so far that everyone is just going to meet down at the cliffs.
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Old May 11, 2007 | 09:21 AM
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theres another guy (Jake) who lives in Palos who is going. I have no idea where the cliffs are I just wanted to come check it out I doubt I'd even wheel my truck there I was told body damage is common.
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Old May 11, 2007 | 12:12 PM
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You were told wrong. Or at least told out of date info.

My wife is bringing her new FJC. She's not getting body damage.

See the website www.thecliffsinsaneterrain.com for directions.

Coming from the city - take 55 to 80 to the Morris exit. Go south about a mile to 6 west. (not 6 east, that's right over the 80 bridge) Take 6 west out of town and west until a four way stop where 6 turns south. Continue on 6 until the Cliffs. It'll be on the right side just past the "Cool Bus".

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Old May 11, 2007 | 12:15 PM
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Just curious, Where is this event taking place? city, state?

Why does it seem like its all Runners?
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Old May 11, 2007 | 01:18 PM
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Originally Posted by SKNKWRX
theres another guy (Jake) who lives in Palos who is going. I have no idea where the cliffs are I just wanted to come check it out I doubt I'd even wheel my truck there I was told body damage is common.
I talked to Jake today when I was in palos helping the folks. He is scrambling ehn I was there he didnt have a rear axle under it.

Are you the guy with the nice red 4runner. I met you a couple times around town Im the guy with the red 92 exo'ed 4runner, and black 88 soft top runner. I beleive I was the one who told you the cliffs is a damage fest. well I regret to agree with gumby on this, it aint no more. It was back when it opened and the trails were tight as hell, but now its turninig into the badlands. On top of that it hasnt really rained in at least two weeks, so #1will probably bore even the most green wheelers. So it wouldt be a bad time to take a swing at it.
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Old May 11, 2007 | 05:25 PM
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I talked to Jake today when I was in palos helping the folks. He is scrambling ehn I was there he didnt have a rear axle under it.

Are you the guy with the nice red 4runner. I met you a couple times around town Im the guy with the red 92 exo'ed 4runner, and black 88 soft top runner. I beleive I was the one who told you the cliffs is a damage fest. well I regret to agree with gumby on this, it aint no more. It was back when it opened and the trails were tight as hell, but now its turninig into the badlands. On top of that it hasnt really rained in at least two weeks, so #1will probably bore even the most green wheelers. So it wouldt be a bad time to take a swing at it.
Yea thats me alright. Jake called me sounds like he wont make it out. I just put my soft top on I was looking forward to going so I may still make the trek.

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Old May 11, 2007 | 06:03 PM
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damn that thing is clean!!
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Old May 11, 2007 | 10:12 PM
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Unless i can find two new tires and rims for my trailer tommarow morning before 8:30, i am out. I lent out my trailer and this is how i got it back.
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Old May 12, 2007 | 03:59 AM
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that sucks, I hope to see you there, if you need a a hand give me a call ill stop by on my way
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Old May 12, 2007 | 05:42 PM
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Trail Team was there.

'Mud and FJCforums was there.

Where was YotaTech?

You all missed at a damn good time.
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