Sunflower Mine Trip [Archive] - Virtual Jeep Club

samdog3

09-25-2006, 11:00 AM

SUN THE 8 OF OCT 8.00 am AT THE SHELL GAS ON SHEA IN FOUNTAIN HILLS

JUST EAST OF BEE LINE ( 87 ) ON TRAIL AT 9.00 OFF TRAIL 3 OR 4 THIS IS A EASY 3.5 NO ONE WILL BE LEFT ON THE TRAIL.

vwkaferman

09-25-2006, 06:13 PM

I believe you took us on that trail a few months back. If so, highly recommened. The man has quite a few cool things to show you on the trail. Great pic ops as well.

James

stuart

09-26-2006, 05:46 AM

SUN THE 8 OF OCT 8.00 am AT THE SHELL GAS ON SHEA IN FOUNTAIN HILLS

JUST EAST OF BEE LINE ( 87 ) ON TRAIL AT 9.00 OFF TRAIL 3 OR 4 THIS IS A EASY 3.5 NO ONE WILL BE LEFT ON THE TRAIL.

I should have 2" of extra clearance (Rubicon Express Economy lift) and a diff skid plate on my stock TJ 2006 Rubi by then. Do you think that is enough for this 3.5 rated trail? The last run I went on was Walnut Canyon (rated a 3.0) on the 17th. I did pretty well considering it was the first Moderate trail I'd been on in the new vehicle.

Thanks,

Stuart

etropic

09-26-2006, 08:05 AM

2" BB is perfect for sunflower. It's a very straight forward trail. There are some mild rock gardens to negotiate. It should be just enought that you need to watch where you go, but not so much that you get stuck and never get off the trail ;)

lamanite480

09-26-2006, 10:11 AM

SamDog (Joe) took us out there a few months back and i had my Rubicon which was stock. Really didnt have any major problems, but i did use my skid plates ALOT! you'll be fine with the setup you got now.
Its an awesome trail with great views and history. Have fun.

BillR

09-26-2006, 12:40 PM

ROKCRLR

09-27-2006, 05:45 PM

I should have 2" of extra clearance (Rubicon Express Economy lift) and a diff skid plate on my stock TJ 2006 Rubi by then. Do you think that is enough for this 3.5 rated trail? The last run I went on was Walnut Canyon (rated a 3.0) on the 17th. I did pretty well considering it was the first Moderate trail I'd been on in the new vehicle.

Thanks,

Stuart

Hey Stuart, I ran it a couple of months ago and had no problem. You should be fine.

Samdog, put me down as tentative for this run.

AZ J20

09-27-2006, 06:14 PM

I would like to go. Put me down as definite and I will meet you at the trailhead at 9am. I’m not hard to spot. http://www.dakotacom.net/~jeepster/tipshades.gif

stuart

09-27-2006, 06:42 PM

Dam! Foiled Again. Sorry Joe but I just found out I will be out of town that weekend. A paid event I'm afraid and I won't be home until late Sunday. Oh well. Let me know how it goes. I'll have to pass until the next time someone does this loop.

Thanks for the op,

Stuart

braguys

09-27-2006, 07:26 PM

Count me in...as long as I don't need lockers.

roger montemara

10-02-2006, 02:43 PM

I'm in. I'm with the last guy as long as I don't need lockers. I'm not to proud to beg for a tow rope

UGROWUP

10-02-2006, 02:53 PM

Drop me as tenitive. Not sure if I'll make it but I hope to. I haven't been there and would love to get out on some new stuff.

DUFFER

10-04-2006, 01:12 PM

I'm in a stock 2006 Rubi unlimited (I just bought it). Would love to go, but can I make it with stock?

Not new to wheeling, but not a pro either.

Thx,
DUFFER

etropic

10-04-2006, 01:41 PM

I'm in a stock 2006 Rubi unlimited (I just bought it). Would love to go, but can I make it with stock?

Not new to wheeling, but not a pro either.

Thx,
DUFFER

you'll be fine... just keep the tires on the rocks and not the shovel :)

arzee2

10-04-2006, 02:54 PM

BLACK YJ

10-04-2006, 02:56 PM

my wife and i will see you at 8'00

UGROWUP

10-04-2006, 03:06 PM

I'm new to the group and a friend of mine and I were thinking of going on this run. I have never done anything like this before. I have 4.5" lift and 33's no lockers. Would this be o.k. for a first run?

Yeah I think 4.5" lift would do great for a first time out. As long as you can drive that rig you should do fine. I do almost everything in a stocker with
31's.

etropic

10-04-2006, 03:12 PM

you've never done anything like this and have a 4.5" lift ?

other than being confused... yes... you'll be fine and it will be fun ! :)

UGROWUP

10-04-2006, 03:14 PM

you've never done anything like this and have a 4.5" lift ?

other than being confused... yes... you'll be fine and it will be fun ! :)

LOL. Confused is putting it lightly. But to be nice. I would of rather built my jeep before starting out on the trails but I don't have that much cash laying around to do what I want all at one time. So I stay stock untill I return in July. Then Let the Build Begin!!:eek:

Superjeeper

10-04-2006, 03:20 PM

tentative.

etropic

10-04-2006, 03:48 PM

arzee2

10-05-2006, 02:28 AM

you've never done anything like this and have a 4.5" lift ?

other than being confused... yes... you'll be fine and it will be fun ! :)

Thanks. Also, my friend and I don't have CB's. Will we be alright with out them? Are there any must have items for the trail. Put my friend and I down as tentative

damien choi

10-05-2006, 01:25 PM

I'm in. This will be a maiden voage for my Jeep after the modifications.

I look forward to meeting you all.

live24wheel

10-05-2006, 01:40 PM

I will be there, only question is, can I use someones air to air up after the run?

lamanite480

10-05-2006, 02:19 PM

You can use mine :rolleyes:
http://static.flickr.com/102/261735086_b4706ade17.jpg?v=0

SVanHerpen

10-05-2006, 07:52 PM

I still won't have the new tires/wheels on, but the lift is in - and I need to wheel! See you there Joe (Happy Birthday!):)

JimmyB

10-05-2006, 08:04 PM

Put me down as definite.
How's the dust on that trail. I like to wheel with my bikini top and doors off but not if it's dusty. I learned the hard way how dusty the Crown King run is.

samdog3

10-06-2006, 06:08 AM

Dust Is Only At The Start , With This Rain ????

samdog3

10-06-2006, 06:19 AM

Yes You Will Be Ok With Out A Cb

live24wheel

10-06-2006, 07:14 AM

It might be wise to realize I locker will almost be definent on this trail if it is raining! Just throwing it out there.... most of its dirt and washed out but the little rocky sections might be a biut interesting with open diffs....:eek:

damien choi

10-06-2006, 10:15 AM

Are we still running this trip, even if it rains? I don't care if it rains or not, but I just don't want to drive out there if the run is going to be cancelled due to weather.

live24wheel

10-06-2006, 10:39 AM

Are we still running this trip, even if it rains? I don't care if it rains or not, but I just don't want to drive out there if the run is going to be cancelled due to weather.

Ohh I want to, Im ready to rock and roll, rain or not. I just hope its not wet and we have vehicles not capable, it been a while since I have been there but maybe Samdog has been there recently... Chime in bud!

westy

10-06-2006, 10:45 AM

If the rocky wash section is running and there's stock vehicles it could pose a few problems, especially if you are coming in from the west side and going UP the wash. The exit can be fun with a stock truck when its wet.

samdog3

10-06-2006, 01:35 PM

Yes Rain Or That Other Yellow Thing.
I Ran Sunflower Last Week

live24wheel

10-06-2006, 01:41 PM

Yes Rain Or That Other Yellow Thing.
I Ran Sunflower Last Week

Sweet, what do you think the conditions would be if it were a wet trail, and for a stock jeep with no lockers?

Jamie469

10-06-2006, 01:49 PM

Ran it wet before.... actually partially snowy. I have a 4 " lift and 33"s, everything else was stock at that point, made it through with very few hang ups here and there. If you don't have a lift or bigger tires, would definately be a challenge.

braguys

10-06-2006, 06:24 PM

Since I don't need lockers, count me in!

Vince Evans

10-06-2006, 06:43 PM

I'd love to join you on Sunday.:) But, I have to be back in Goodyear by 4pm Sunday.:( How long is the run? Could I be back to Goodyear by 4pm?:confused:

Vince

samdog3

10-06-2006, 07:38 PM

if no problems ect flats ,broken down should be off trail 3 to4

dzrtrataz

10-06-2006, 08:07 PM

Have the jeep with me while passing through. So count me in.

Vince Evans

10-06-2006, 10:36 PM

Thanks for the reply. 3 to 4 hours I can do so count me in. See you at the Shell station at 8am.:D

Vince

2003 TJ w/31's, 1"BL, 1"ML, Terraflex belly skid

theksmith

10-07-2006, 05:17 PM

I'm in! Will be bringing GF and XJ (4.5" on 31s, open).

BLACK YJ

10-07-2006, 07:50 PM

im out. my wife doesnt want to go. she said we have better things to do. i told her she is crazy. but she wins

DUFFER

10-07-2006, 09:51 PM

I'll be there at 8:00.

theksmith

10-08-2006, 07:42 PM

SVanHerpen

10-08-2006, 08:14 PM

I have posted a few pictures of today's run to my webshots account. If I did this right, you can view them at:

http://rides.webshots.com/album/554677610UvLagi

If I did it wrong, a search on the webshots site for azkiteflyer should get you to my account page. Just click the Sunflower album.:D

Thanks to all that came, thanks Joe for leading.

dzrtrataz

10-08-2006, 08:33 PM

Had a great time today. Other than getting a flat. That to everyone for the help. Hope to see you out there again.

John in AZ

10-08-2006, 08:33 PM

26 Jeeps!!!! 1 XJ, 2 ZJ's, and a bunch of TJ and YJ's! Thanks for the great trip Joe!

The crowd was a little big, but glad to be out. GF had fun on her first trip out and we met some nice people.

- kristoffers
01 XJ Limited, 4.5", 31's, Open

That is what I was afraid of. I wanted to go but was sounding like a huge run. Maybe next time. But I am glad it sounds like everybody had fun.
John

braguys

10-08-2006, 08:43 PM

Awesome trip...lots and lots and lots of Jeeps :eek:

Thanks again for everyone's patience with my NON-Flexing Jeep, hope I didn't hold anyone up for too long :rolleyes:

samdog3

10-09-2006, 06:49 AM

I WANT TO THANK ALL WHO CAME TO THE GREAT SUNFLOWER MINE TRIP ON SUN . WE ALL HAD A GOOD TIME , 28 JEEPS , WE STILL GOT OUT AT 3.30pm
ONLY ONE FLAT @ LOTS OF BATS. THANKS STEVE @ TERRI FOR TAKING THE BACK DOOR, TERRI TOOK CHARGE OF THE JEEP AND WENT THROUGH THE CREEK BED AT THE END OF 25A LIKE A PRO.
NO ONE WAS LEFT ON THE TRAIL
JOE

damien choi

10-09-2006, 11:03 AM

Joe,

Thanks for guiding the trip.

Steve,

Thanks for taking rear gunner.

All,

Had a great time on this trail. I didn't get to meet everyone (since there were so many), but I enjoyed talking to all those that I met.

This was my first time out with AZVJC, and it definately won't be the last!!

If anyone wants to go on a run with me, then please feel free to contact me at damien.choi@asu.edu or 626-274-3108.

Cheers,
Damien

DUFFER

10-09-2006, 01:58 PM

Joe,

Thank you for leading this trip! I had a great time!

Jon,

Thanks again for spotting me through the "tougher" areas. I was a little nervous about my new stocker, but you made it easy.

Thanks to everyone! It was a lot of fun! Been a while since I've been out with the AZVJC, but I'll be around a lot more often now.

Nick

theksmith

10-12-2006, 01:32 AM

There were a lot of people with camera's on this trip.... where are all the pics???????? :)