There are a number of other members also driving stockers/2wd, and I think it's about time we have a stock run. Hillcrest would definitely be a good place to start. There are a few trails up there that would be a doable for a low/2wd truck, though probably only enough to fill an hour or two. Beyond that, we could do some exploring out past Cowichan lake - there are a few logging roads up there that will get you some altitude and good views without any extreme 4x4ing.
I'm free to head up a trip any time. Bomb up here today for a quick run and/or let's plan something bigger the first weekend in Sept.
Yea Garry you may be out of luck on this one - I doubt you'd make it in the expedition, though I was talking to eviled who said he made it in his f350 fullsize (or at least, most of the way). BeRadical is right though, it's got a ton of deep ditches which would be a pita in a longer truck with no suspension lift.
If you're interested in checking out the duncan/cowichan area though send me a pm and let's plan something. I could even go for a short day trip tomorrow or some time this week if you're around, and we can put your rig to the test :)
Sounds awesome - I got my bumper on last night (thanks again for the weld job BeRad!!), but now I'm rubbing hard on my front fenders from the height drop. I'm going to try to get some taller front springs installed this weekend, but if I can't find some that quick then I guess I'll just have another sledgehammer pounding session to clear up some room for the mudders. Either way, I'm going to be ready for the 29th for sure. This will be a fun route.
Hey Nick, welcome to the site!
There are a number of other members also driving stockers/2wd, and I think it's about time we have a stock run. Hillcrest would definitely be a good place to start. There are a few trails up there that would be a doable for a low/2wd truck, though probably only enough to fill an hour or two. Beyond that, we could do some exploring out past Cowichan lake - there are a few logging roads up there that will get you some altitude and good views without any extreme 4x4ing.
I'm free to head up a trip any time. Bomb up here today for a quick run and/or let's plan something bigger the first weekend in Sept.
Any other stockers in our midst want to join?
Yea Garry you may be out of luck on this one - I doubt you'd make it in the expedition, though I was talking to eviled who said he made it in his f350 fullsize (or at least, most of the way). BeRadical is right though, it's got a ton of deep ditches which would be a pita in a longer truck with no suspension lift.
If you're interested in checking out the duncan/cowichan area though send me a pm and let's plan something. I could even go for a short day trip tomorrow or some time this week if you're around, and we can put your rig to the test :)
Remember those big purchases I mentioned back in April - well they finally arrived. I'm a happy wheeler.
New bumper, winch, and rock sliders. Huge thanks to BeRadical for helping me with the welding.
Action shots to come!
Sounds awesome - I got my bumper on last night (thanks again for the weld job BeRad!!), but now I'm rubbing hard on my front fenders from the height drop. I'm going to try to get some taller front springs installed this weekend, but if I can't find some that quick then I guess I'll just have another sledgehammer pounding session to clear up some room for the mudders. Either way, I'm going to be ready for the 29th for sure. This will be a fun route.
Just let me know when you need the extra vioffroad sticker :))