40's Only Run

[MDH33]

I have the same question as AIR RANDY
How much of this is road vs trail and how muc of the trail riding is doable in a very stock 40 that isn't lifted or have big tires?

A stock 40 will have no problem. As for the route, I haven't nailed down the specifics yet, but ideally we would do a loop that begins and ends on 285. However, if someone needed to exit via I-70, that would be possible as well.

Hope you can make it.

 

[LETSROLL]

Should I get my CB installed for this trip?

 

[MDH33]

Should I get my CB installed for this trip?

It's always a good idea to have a CB on club trail runs. Even better, get a HAM

 

[Bruiser]

Unfortunately I do not have a HAM or a CB yet but I am pretty sure I can learn to honk morris code . I am looking into buying something now but not sure I could make up my mind before the trip.

Looking forward to the run.

 

[MDH33]

Unfortunately I do not have a HAM or a CB yet but I am pretty sure I can learn to honk morris code . I am looking into buying something now but not sure I could make up my mind before the trip.

Looking forward to the run.

I highly recommend this unit for a 40.

http://www.walcottcb.com/uniden-pro520xl-compact-cb-radio-with-pa-jack-p-532.html?cPath=340_377

It sounds good, it's cheap and it's small. Takes 20 minutes to install and that's only if you're persnickety about how carefully you route the wires to your battery. I've ordered a bunch from WalcottCB, good site. I also have purchased stuff from Radio Service Center on Sheridan.

Plenty of time to get something purchased and installed. However, if you don't get something before the run, that's ok too.

 

[Hulk]

That's the same one I have. Works great.

 

[Bruiser]

Thanks guys. Wouldn't want to be that guy everyone makes fun of over the air because they now you're not listening.

Seems like you almost have to have a HAM and a CB given that people in the club use both. Is that your experience?

 

[MDH33]

Thanks guys. Wouldn't want to be that guy everyone makes fun of over the air because they now you're not listening.

Seems like you almost have to have a HAM and a CB given that people in the club use both. Is that your experience?

It sure seems like the club is moving in the direction where HAMS outnumber CB's on trail runs. I have both in my 40 now.

 

[Hulk]

I only have a CB in my 40. I have a handheld ham radio that I can take though.
I have both ham and CB in my 80.

 

[RicardoJM]

Thanks guys. Wouldn't want to be that guy everyone makes fun of over the air because they now you're not listening.

Seems like you almost have to have a HAM and a CB given that people in the club use both. Is that your experience?

I installed ham first, and installed the CB a month or so ago. The Uniden 510xl is the model just below what Martin and Matt have - it is less than $35 with free shipping at Amazon. I picked up the antenna, cable and mount at Radio Service Center along with a SWR meter. Installation and tuning was very straigtforward. You can easily get this done between now and the run.

Either way the cost for good equipment and a solid installation will be close to the same. That is to say a solid radio (2 meter ham or CB) that will last many years in harsh environments will be about $120-150 initial investment. I went with the cheap CB knowing that in all likelihood it will break after a couple of years.

If this is a one or the other type of decision, I would recommend you go ham. Getting licensed is a fairly straight forward process. There is an exam next Wednesday night at Front Range Community College in Westminster.

 

[Bruiser]

Thanks Ricardo and everyone else. I will probably get a CB between now and the run and then get a HAM later.

 

[MDH33]

Notice: I edited the first post because I changed the meeting location. Still in Conifer, but different spot.

 

[74fj40]

I'm in, see you guys there

 

[LXBRADY]

I'm out....cracked my frame on Holy cross yesterday

 

[ttubb]

What happened?

I'm out....cracked my frame on Holy cross yesterday

Where did the crack appear, Steve? How did it happen? Sorry to hear about this and sorry you won't make the run. Terry

 

[Uncle Ben]

Where did the crack appear, Steve? How did it happen? Sorry to hear about this and sorry you won't make the run. Terry

Steve,
The crack was probably started quite a while back but took till now to crack far enough to peel the perch away. It happens! Clean the metal with a wire brush, use a narrow grinding disc to make a "ditch" along the entire crack and weld it back together. When welding only weld about an inch at a time. Move to a differant place and do the same. The goal is to not over case harden the whole damage zone which simply create more places for cracks to happen. If possible add a gusset or scab plate. Check the other perches too very close as there is a good possibility there might be more hidden cracks.

 

[MDH33]

I'm out....cracked my frame on Holy cross yesterday

That's a serious drag. I was hoping you might lead the more built rigs down SOB hill while I lead the stockers.

Hope you can get it fixed up.

 

[74fj40]

Just remembered that I work that saturday. I guess i'll have to miss out this year.

 

[AxleIke]

Steve,
The crack was probably started quite a while back but took till now to crack far enough to peel the perch away. It happens! Weld clean the metal with a wire brush, use a narrow grinding disc to make a "ditch" along the entire crack and weld it back together. When welding only weld about an inch at a time. Move to a differant place and do the same. The goal is to not over harden the whole damage zone which simply create more places for cracks to happen. If possible at a gusset or scab plate. Check the other perches too very close as there is a good possibility there might be more hidden cracks.

x2

When I cut my rear xmember out and put in the new one, I found a spot that had rusted and then cracked in the frame.

I did almost exactly as UB recommended, but, since I made the ditch and then fill-welded the crack, I had plenty of weld in line with the metal. I ground what little weld stuck up smooth, and then plated over with a piece of 3/16" plated in a diamond shape.

 

[LXBRADY]

Where did the crack appear, Steve? How did it happen? Sorry to hear about this and sorry you won't make the run. Terry

I was trying to climb out of French Creek on the Holy Cross run when I heard a pop sound, next thing I know someone outside the rig brought it to my attention. The crack is on the passenger rear where the front of the leaf spring meets the frame.