RobertDingli

I’ll probably take the L322 but possibly the D2

I’m hoping to Join with the D2

We have provisionally booked a cheap room at the nearby Super8 motel.

I am trying to figure out how to get there with the family. Do you know if there are hotel options for accomodation?

Moab trip report days 1&2 - Getting there We split the 1000 mile journey into two halves and stayed at Spencer Hot Springs last night. As I got to camp, I noticed the battery light was on just as we got there. It’s partially hidden by my Scangauge and may have been on for a while. I was carrying a sore and swapped it over in no time. I started the engine and the battery voltage was about 12.8V. A little low, but then the battery may have been quite flat. In the morning we started to line up to leave, when Sasha said that his D2 wouldn’t start. It would not crank. The security system had been tripped (possibly due to the hood being open) and we had to reset the system by locking and unlocking the doors. We tried this several times and it was clear that it wasn’t the problem. The next thought was something to do with the PRNDL lever, but there were no tell tale signs of faulty XYZ switch and the gear was correctly show on the dash. We traced the starter circuit through the fuse and relay and down to the starter motor. I was carrying a spare starter and was preparing to swap it out. In desperation I asked Mike to give the starter a whack with a hammer. He used a screw driver handle as a mallet and it worked. The engine fired straight up after and thump to the starter solenoid. The next adventure was my replacement, used alternator. This had come of my parts truck and I did not have any issues with it previously. For this trip, the regulator was partially working at the best of times and switching on and off and slowly draining the battery (fortunately it’s a dispose deep cycle unit). I managed to drive the distance and got as low 10.5 V before the alternator kicked in just as we drove into town. I have a replacement ordered which should arrive at O’Reilly’s tomorrow. We had a nice dinner at Zax and finally scrubbed up before a night cap at the cabin.

I hope to make it for the 23-24th. I only checked the forum today and will have to make arrangements.

My current plan is take take the period of April 3 to April 10 as vacation. I’ll drive to Moab over two days (April 3 and 4) and stay at the campground in a cabin for 5 nights April 4 to 9. The drive home April 9 and 10.

Wouldn’t miss it for the world. See you there.

Sadly, I will miss this epic trip this year. The Shaver trips over the last several years have been most enjoyable.

Leaving South Bay now. ETA at the brewery 11.20-30 There’s a suggestion to head out to get the trees and then have lunch. Unless otherwise contacted, we will aim to meet at the brewery and head to the trailhead as soon the three confirmed participants have met.

Hello all. We will be changing the date of this event to Saturday to accommodate the most people. The new date is tomorrow, Dec 2 nd. As per the original plan, let’s aim to meet at the Donner Creek Brewing company for lunch and aim to head out to the trail at 1pm. The brewery opens at 11am and we should be there soon after that. At this stage we have positive responses from the following: Nick Kohlmeyer Gabriel Wocker myself (Robert Dingli) I’ll probably take the L322 and so we shouldn’t be seeking too much trouble Please feel free to call me for any issues and let me know directly if you intend to join us and aren’t on this list 4086370426

I am happy to change the MORG day to Saturday to accomodate Nick. Is there anyone who intends to attend who cannot change to Saturday?

The plan is to meet at the Trailhead around 10am. I’ll be leaving Cupertino at 7am. I’ll have a radio tuned to 146.460

Permit purchased. We will be there this year.

Here is a pin to the trail head on google maps It’s the Corral Hollow OHV Trailhead https://maps.app.goo.gl/fwUxQfQUhkYrtcwH7?g_st=ic Gaia GPX trail to and from the campsite are attached. Corral_Hollow_trail_return.gpx Corral_Hollow_trail_to_campground.gpx

I’m thinking of heading up to Corral Hollow for one night this Saturday, returning Sunday. I would aim to leave the South Bay early and it usually takes about 3.5 hours from Cupertino to get to the trail head. From there it’s about 1.5-2 hours to the campsite. I plan to run the trail anti clockwise from the Bear Valley end. This is a relatively easy trail and all Rovers will be capable. I’ve taken my L322 to this campsite many times. Minor scratches are possible depending on the foliage growth during the season. There are a couple of places where you would have to be careful negotiating rocks in the trail. Come and share the most magical sunsets I have ever witnessed. I’ll check the forum for any interest but you are welcome to call or text my phone for details Robert 4086370426

Thanks Paul. We had a wonderful time.

Nida and I are planning to come along for a couple of hours.

<UPDATED April 1 st> Deleted plans to head to SCARR in Texas since there was only interest in heading to Moab on this trip. Participants: 1. Myself D2 2. Michael and Leanne Foster D90 3. Jeff Brown L405 4. Sasha Sher D2 5. Kevin Yankton (heading over from Salt Lake City) D2 Please let me know directly if you are not on this list and want to join The plan is to stay for 5 nights (April 4 to 9th) proving four full days of adventure in and around Moab. There will still be 1.5 - 2 days of driving to get there and then back again to the Bay Area. We will do a combination of easy and tough trails. We will have room for passengers who have less capable vehicles for the tougher trails. We have individual bookings at Sun Outdoors Campground (555 South Main St, Moab (435)259-6848). This campground is offering a 33% discount right now if you ask. They do have cabins (communal toilet and shower block) although I was told that I secured the last one. I would be happy to share my cabin with anyone. Some of the details regarding detailed planning are being discussed on a separate WhatsApp chat. Again, please let me know if you are planning on joining. Miles, Henry and Theresa will be doing a separate trip to Texas as detailed below Robert 4086370426

I plan to join and will bring my wife, Nida, Jason and the dog. I’ll probably bring the L322 and we will stay at an Airbnb nearby. I plan to do a day run out to Corral Hollow to show Nida one of my favourite campsites.

Hi Eric. I will join if the trip goes ahead. I’d like to stay at either Dinkey Creek or Camp Edison rather than dispersed camping. I won’t have much time to prep as I’m in Europe this week. I can drive up Friday afternoon and camp for two nights.

There was a question about recovery gear. I will have my full compliment including winch, bubba kinetic rope, ARB snatch strap, hydraulic high lift jack, 6T bottle jack and a single jack stand. I also have four handheld baofengs and have the external aerial on order. I don’t have a 12V charger but I do have a battery replacement 12V power unit that will work when all the batteries run out. I don’t know if anyone else is bringing a D2, but I have packed an alternator, starter, most engine bay hoses, engine sensors, fuse box, engine belt, front driveshaft etc The more I bring, the less I will use. I hope.

Yes, Jason (now 14) will be joining us

Nate from the Dirt Lifestyle YouTube channel is about to share his YT video from his recent Oregon BDR trail trip. This may or may not cover the trails that we will be running but might be interesting to watch for those that have never ventured into this part of the world. The video premieres at 12 noon on Father’s Day 6/18 https://youtu.be/BBj7i9cqy9g

Hello all. I’ve decided to bring Disco Stu, the D2. There is just too much stuff in there to transfer to another vehicle. This means that I will have the big water tank with up to 50 litres of water and the 65 litre fridge/freezer. And the small oven, don’t forget the oven. I’ll also bring a Joolca Hottap hot water system and privacy tent just like Jeff. I’ll bring two 5lb propane bottles and try to fit in a 4 gallon rotopax. I will also have a chainsaw. I will have plenty of D2 spares I am not sure if there will be any other D2s there but if so, let me know (4086370426) and we should coordinate spares For fuel stops planning, we will need to assume 12 mpg at absolute best and a useable 22 gallons plus a 4 gallon rotopax for Disco Stu. That equates to just over 300 miles but I would be more comfortable with a -200 mile target with this load I am definitely going to have to get my rear airbag helper springs working. Looking forward to seeing you all soon.