Planning, Sumpter Oregon

by **4angels** » Sun Jul 01, 2012 6:22 pm

we are looking at a trip to sumpter soon. would like to spend a day sight seeing on some old BLM or logging roads, no hard trails. ANy recommendations are welcome.

by **fishsticks** » Mon Jul 02, 2012 1:48 am

That's a long ways out there!

Been to Gifford Pinchot yet? Lots of BLM roads and views and it's late enough in the year that you shouldn't encounter snow. About an hour north of you.

I shoot out there occasionally. I'd be happy to lead you out that way.

by **4angels** » Tue Jul 03, 2012 12:25 am

fishsticks wrote:That's a long ways out there!

Been to Gifford Pinchot yet? Lots of BLM roads and views and it's late enough in the year that you shouldn't encounter snow. About an hour north of you.

I shoot out there occasionally. I'd be happy to lead you out that way.

Sure, as soon as I get the truck ready. Just picked it up today. Sumpter we are going to regardless so my daughter can see the old gold dredge and ride the train.

I think lift and tire could be done soon If'n I had some help on the lift. I have access to a shop but I learned a long time ago to seek out those who know what they are doing. I have done this type of thing before but every vehicle is different! Lift first yes? THen tires....

by **BigBen** » Wed Jul 04, 2012 11:34 am

I could help towards the end of the month. I don't have any air tools but they aren't 100% necessary. Are you just doing suspension? We did mine in like 2 1/2 hours with 2 1/2 guys working. 1 wouldn't get on the ground to save his life.

by **4angels** » Wed Jul 04, 2012 11:46 am

Thanks, goal is to be ready by the 19th so as much as I appreciate the offer I probably need to do it sooner.

Actually hoping to do a markmc 2.5 next week. then need to find some tires!

by **fishsticks** » Wed Jul 04, 2012 1:46 pm

I have some 37s for sale. :mrgreen:

My driveway and air tools are an option as well.

by **4angels** » Thu Jul 05, 2012 11:10 am

37's WOW, a little big for a DD around here brother.

Driveway and airtools? From the looks of the weather forcast that might actually work.... :scratch:

I should find out today what the scoop is on getting the lift kit. If need be maybe the 14th or 15th? Not sure I can get a lift here by tomorrow :shoot:

by **4angels** » Thu Jul 05, 2012 6:28 pm

Lift ordered :mrgreen:

by **BigBen** » Fri Jul 06, 2012 10:41 am

Dang. I don't even see 35's as a reality without a LOT of cutting. For me anyways. I don't think I wanna go to that extreme yet as this still is the only option for carting friends and their kids around for me. I have the only vehicle of my friends to get us up deep enough in the woods to lose cell signal a d civilization.

by **fishsticks** » Fri Jul 06, 2012 11:06 am

I didn't have to cut that much to fit 35s.

YouTube Videos · by **Trail X** » Fri Jul 06, 2012 12:35 pm

On a related note - flipping the UCAs REALLY helps with front clearance. I used to slightly rub with 32s, but after flipping it looks like I have room for 34 or 35s without trimming.

Food for thought.

Now my only limitation is gearing.

by **4angels** » Fri Jul 06, 2012 2:58 pm

So back on topic it appears there is a large complex near Baker Oregon! Once the lift is on and I find tires I can afford I think a test run with Fishstiks is in order up to GP.

by **BigBen** » Sat Jul 07, 2012 10:31 am

Off topic/ 35's are my goal but right now I have 33x11.5 on 1.5" spacers so I only rub at certain flex points. Going into a driveway or something like that when I'm turned about 60%. I'm sure I could go a little taller if I went to a narrower tire, but I like the wider footprint for snow and sand.

On topic/ my expected arrival back in town looks to be the 18-19 of this month. I'll be doing a little trimming on mine that weekend to get rid of the aforementioned rub. A little NW get together in nice weather would be fun.

by **4angels** » Sun Jul 08, 2012 4:22 pm

On topic/ my expected arrival back in town looks to be the 18-19 of this month. I'll be doing a little trimming on mine that weekend to get rid of the aforementioned rub. A little NW get together in nice weather would be fun.[/quote]

I agree a little get-together would be great. But I am out of town that weekend. However, Saturday the 28th is looking good? I plan on having the lift done before then but it would still be good to come meet a few people and turn a wrench.. 8-)

by **BigBen** » Tue Jul 10, 2012 6:33 pm

I may have to leave out that Saturday. It's not up to me. Depends on a lady friend and her timely plans.

Donny do yall still do the Sunday brunch thing?

by **fishsticks** » Tue Jul 10, 2012 6:35 pm

BigBen wrote:I may have to leave out that Saturday. It's not up to me. Depends on a lady friend and her timely plans.

Donny do yall still do the Sunday brunch thing?

I work from home, as does the wife. My buddy is off work with a bad back. We do brunch whenever we want.

by **BigBen** » Wed Jul 11, 2012 10:01 pm

fishsticks wrote:
BigBen wrote:I may have to leave out that Saturday. It's not up to me. Depends on a lady friend and her timely plans.

Donny do yall still do the Sunday brunch thing?

I work from home, as does the wife. My buddy is off work with a bad back. We do brunch whenever we want.

Cool. I'll text ya when I get back in town.

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