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1/2 Run - Plan B - Wentworth Springs Rd

  1. Bretjk07 Subscriber
    #5129 Dec 2015, 4:42 AM
    [b]kris_olof said

    If it is a quality brand CB and antenna then it will likely be already tuned properly. The issues I had were not grounding a ground-plane antenna, using a super cheap cable, not wiring directly to the battery, and not running a spring with an antenna that is designed for it.

    It is a cobra dx 19 and i have a 5' firestick antenna. So hopefully i can just turn it on and it will work... it usually that simple right? Haha

  2. Guest former user
    #5229 Dec 2015, 9:43 AM

    So far it looks good for me
    Will only have the locker up front though
    Haven't had time to put my new l/s carrier in yet

  3. Guy and Lynda Member Joined: May 2015
    #5329 Dec 2015, 9:48 PM
    Darrell and Jill said

    Good point, I will think of another way to warm up my chili.

    So, D, are u planning on bringing chili to feed the gang? If so I can do homemade cornbread and sides such as sour cream and shredded cheese, or chips if u prefer... Or... And this might be a southern thing.... Rice???

  4. richfroh Subscriber
    #5429 Dec 2015, 11:36 PM
    k-jeep said
    Justin S. said
    richfroh said

    I'm in for this run. My tires are highway tread worn to the tread wear markers (not bald). Any recommendations wether I should take my truck on this run or should I be asking for a ride?

    Hi Rich! I don't know how much snow is up there or will be when we go and I don't know the trail at all, but even as relatively equipped as mine is with near-new KM2s, I'm worried about getting through. Street tires down to the wear bars sounds like trouble. Anyone with more experience wanna weigh in?

    Maybe catch a ride for this one if that's the case. Don't want to spin your tires all day. At this point, I have an open seat.

    C

    If you still have a seat available, i'll take it! I keep wishing my truck was better equipped, but I guess the genie stopped granting wishes.

  5. Josh Subscriber
    #5530 Dec 2015, 1:28 AM

    Kevin,

    Are we planning on going in and coming out the same way?

    Does anyone know if there is room at Nyack to park a truck and Trailor for the day?

    Semper Fi
  6. BKGM Jeepers President Joined: June 2003
    #5630 Dec 2015, 7:55 AM

    My jeep appt is sat. So I'll be in for the next run...

    Kathleen and Brad
  7. Darrell and Jill Subscriber
    #5730 Dec 2015, 8:17 AM
    Guy and Lynda said
    Darrell and Jill said

    Good point, I will think of another way to warm up my chili.

    So, D, are u planning on bringing chili to feed the gang? If so I can do homemade cornbread and sides such as sour cream and shredded cheese, or chips if u prefer... Or... And this might be a southern thing.... Rice???

    Yes I am, and chopped onions if you don't mind.

  8. Darrell and Jill Subscriber
    #5830 Dec 2015, 8:19 AM
    BKGM Jeepers said

    My jeep appt is sat. So I'll be in for the next run...

    Oh to bad, it sure seems you have had a few issues with your jeep.

  9. k-jeep started this Member Joined: May 2009
    #5930 Dec 2015, 1:06 PM
    Josh said

    Kevin,

    Are we planning on going in and coming out the same way?

    Does anyone know if there is room at Nyack to park a truck and Trailor for the day?

    Yes this will be an in-and-out run up Bowman Lake Rd.

    There are areas where tractor trailers park at Nyack.

  10. k-jeep started this Member Joined: May 2009
    #6030 Dec 2015, 1:09 PM

    Here's the latest update. Please ensure any friends' vehicles meet minimum requirements. Thanks.

    See the first post or calendar for details.

    Here's the Soda Springs (~6700ft) webcam which is the closest I could find. Bowman Lake is ~5600ft.
    http://www.snow-forecast.com/resorts/Soda-Springs/webcams/latest

    So far we have the following:


    • Darrell & Jill
    • Darrell's friend in TJ
    • Guy & Lynda
    • Justin+
    • Gil & Betty
    • Greg+
    • Greg's friend in truck
    • Josh
    • Jeff
    • Jason and Rob
    • John
    • Bret
    • Rayzor

    Maybe:


    • Rich

  11. Gregulator Member Joined: February 2012
    #6130 Dec 2015, 1:33 PM

    I don't see Kevin on the list...

    Josh, I don't think you would have a problem parking at nyack.

    Um...what?
  12. k-jeep started this Member Joined: May 2009
    #6230 Dec 2015, 1:40 PM
    Gregulator said

    I don't see Kevin on the list...

    Yeah, I can't make it.

    Just kidding. 😜

  13. Guy and Lynda Member Joined: May 2015
    #6330 Dec 2015, 11:48 PM
    Darrell and Jill said
    Guy and Lynda said
    Darrell and Jill said

    Good point, I will think of another way to warm up my chili.

    So, D, are u planning on bringing chili to feed the gang? If so I can do homemade cornbread and sides such as sour cream and shredded cheese, or chips if u prefer... Or... And this might be a southern thing.... Rice???

    Yes I am, and chopped onions if you don't mind.

    No I don't mind! Is that all really?? I'll bring Tums too. Lol

  14. Guy and Lynda Member Joined: May 2015
    #6430 Dec 2015, 11:53 PM
    BKGM Jeepers said

    My jeep appt is sat. So I'll be in for the next run...

    Since Kevin might be giving Rich his seat do u want a ride with us?

  15. Guy and Lynda Member Joined: May 2015
    #6531 Dec 2015, 12:15 AM
    k-jeep said
    Gregulator said

    I don't see Kevin on the list...

    Yeah, I can't make it.

    Just kidding. [https://posse4x4.org/wp-content/sp-resources/forum-smileys/silly.png]

    FYI...We will bring our chainsaw.

  16. k-jeep started this Member Joined: May 2009
    #6631 Dec 2015, 3:09 AM
    Guy and Lynda said

    FYI...We will bring our chainsaw.

    Good call. Thanks!

  17. Guest former user
    #6731 Dec 2015, 5:25 AM

    I'm most likely in. I'll have 2 in my car with me.

  18. Gilbert & Betty Member Joined: September 2014
    #6831 Dec 2015, 8:19 AM
    Darrell and Jill said
    Guy and Lynda said
    Darrell and Jill said

    Good point, I will think of another way to warm up my chili.

    So, D, are u planning on bringing chili to feed the gang? If so I can do homemade cornbread and sides such as sour cream and shredded cheese, or chips if u prefer... Or... And this might be a southern thing.... Rice???

    Yes I am, and chopped onions if you don't mind.

    Betty and I will bring bowls, spoons and brownies

  19. k-jeep started this Member Joined: May 2009
    #6931 Dec 2015, 8:23 AM

    Plan B?

    I thought I had heard that Tahoe National Forest roads didn't have winter closures. I sent a message to see if I could get any info just to be safe. Here is the response I got today.

    Hi Kevin, I was just asking the district trails manager about this. I found out that the only 4x4 route open after Dec 31 is the Fordyce Trail, and that is only if there is 15 inches or more of snow on the roadway. Bowman Lake Road will be closed as part of the Travel Management Plan. You can find the Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) that detail route designations and seasonal closures here: http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tahoe/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5274868 or pick them up for free at any Tahoe National Forest ranger station. If you have specific questions about Fordyce or other 4x4 routes in the Yuba River Ranger District you can contact Paul Hart, Trails Manager at 530-288-3231.

    Sarah Hill
    Information Assistant
    Forest Service
    Tahoe National Forest
    p: 530-265-4531
    [email protected]
    631 Coyote St
    Nevada City, CA 95959
    www.fs.fed.us

    Caring for the land and serving people

    I'll be away tonight but will be thinking about a Plan B. If anyone has any suggestions please let us know.

    Sorry for any inconvenience.

  20. Gilbert & Betty Member Joined: September 2014
    #7031 Dec 2015, 8:41 AM
    k-jeep said

    Plan B?

    I thought I had heard that Tahoe National Forest roads didn't have winter closures. I sent a message to see if I could get any info just to be safe. Here is the response I got today.

    Hi Kevin, I was just asking the district trails manager about this. I found out that the only 4x4 route open after Dec 31 is the Fordyce Trail, and that is only if there is 15 inches or more of snow on the roadway. Bowman Lake Road will be closed as part of the Travel Management Plan. You can find the Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) that detail route designations and seasonal closures here: http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tahoe/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5274868 or pick them up for free at any Tahoe National Forest ranger station. If you have specific questions about Fordyce or other 4x4 routes in the Yuba River Ranger District you can contact Paul Hart, Trails Manager at 530-288-3231.

    Sarah Hill
    Information Assistant
    Forest Service
    Tahoe National Forest
    p: 530-265-4531
    [email protected]
    631 Coyote St
    Nevada City, CA 95959
    www.fs.fed.us

    Caring for the land and serving people

    I'll be away tonight but will be thinking about a Plan B. If anyone has any suggestions please let us know.

    Sorry for any inconvenience.

    How about a run out to toms cabin?

  21. Guy and Lynda Member Joined: May 2015
    #7131 Dec 2015, 8:58 AM

    We're game for anywhere someone suggests so we don't have to unload all our stuff out of the Jeep! We'll keep monitoring the site.

  22. Gregulator Member Joined: February 2012
    #7231 Dec 2015, 9:52 AM

    We could attempt to go to the first water crossing or to eagle lakes on Fordyce, but might make for a short day.

    Uncle Tom's might be fun and then after Uncle Tom's we could attempt to make it all the way through to Ice House.

    Um...what?
  23. Gregulator Member Joined: February 2012
    #7331 Dec 2015, 12:41 PM

    http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/usa-northern-california/2226729-looking-some-snow-wheeling-new-years-day.html

    Do know any thing about TNF Road 19?

    Um...what?
  24. Gregulator Member Joined: February 2012
    #7431 Dec 2015, 10:59 PM

    http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tahoe/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5302037

    This is what I don't understand. The website says it's open. I heard Grouse Ridge is open and fun to drive as well. It is off Hwy 20 take Washington Road. Or we can go TNF Road 19 out of Yuba Gap. I hear that is open as well.

    Um...what?
  25. Guest former user
    #751 Jan 2016, 12:13 AM

    I'm in where ever
    One of the kids from work will be riding with me
    As well as my dog Kora
    Please make sure start time and meeting location are posted

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