North Sand Hills

[Java]

found a couple of good videos of the area

[Java]

incase you were wondering if you're rig can drive on the sand...

[Java]

this isn't the best quality video but it's a good perspective on how big the area is. It also makes me think Jim should bring his ultralite...

[Java]

last one, check out the flattie... and how easy it is for the F150 to stop and start there.

[glacierpaul]

Nice vids Paul!

[Shane]

cool videos looks like it would be a blast.

[Brad]

Already can't wait to go!

[Shane]

ok so got my days off switched so I can make the run (stoked). Dont have a spare tire yet or replacement parts, has any one popped a bead or broke anything while they were there?

[Java]

sure, people pop beads on sand, the last episode of expedition overland has a few minutes of it happenning. I hope you can make the sand dunes!! IMO,you really shouldn't go out anywhere without some basic equipment, and a spare tire is at the top of that list. I bet you can find one cheap here- Jim just gave away 3- or borrow one, but not having one is the kind of thing that can ruin your day in a hurry. Pete had a good list on here, if I can find it I'll link it. I'm wrenching on Sunday for this trip, I should look at it myself!

[Shane]

Been trying to find one, checking craigslist right now. Dont have the funds right now for extra axles and drive shafts yet.

[Shane]

also considering selling the pertty wheels and putting the stock back on, a makes more since then worrying about messin them up.

[Java]

Get some ujoints, it's cheaper for now and probably what you'll break. Since you're not locked I wouldn't worry too much about shafts, you'll probably get stuck first. I carry a few spares, and often you can rig something to move slowly, but atleast with 4 tires we can tow you back to the road. Your jeep can use other jeep's spares, like mine, and we can always deflate a larger spare to fit long enough to get off the trail. We're probably just going to have fun and not break anything, that's always the goal!!

[Java]

saw your other post, I don't think my spare would work on yours, mine is 15" your brakes may be too big and need 16" rims. IDK.

[Brad]

I have a ARB tire plug kit. Will take care of small leaks.

[Shane]

They come in handy, hope we don't have to use it though.

[Java]

i think this video starts at the powerline campground, waypoint 01 in the Wells book, but I'm not sure having never been there yet. I can't wait!!

I like it full screen and loud:

[Shane]

Looks like a blast for sure still trying to find a spare. Already picked up u joints. I always keep some wrenches and sockets in the jeep plus tow strap and first aid kit. Might have the wife and kids convinced on going.

[Java]

I have a bunch of tools and parts and stuff, but the real asset on this trip is Brad- he's a mechanic who loves to work on other people's junk spontaneously and for free on his days off.

[Brad]

I really cannot wait! These videos are only fueling the excitement! I may be stuck going up Friday morning. Will know more wed.

[dscowell]

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