Abandoned/stuck 80 on Webster Pass

[Alco]

Copilot Here

I am the copilot. Rcor is out of town the 22nd and I have been tasked to step in and as soon as the gates open, rally the troops to bring her down. I will be staying in contact with the FS to determine when it's open and then will need many of your expertise, knowledge, and assistance. If anyone has any news or updates up there, let me know, I'll be watching the forum.

All winter, a piece of my buddy's heart has been missing since we left it at 12,500' and I would love to be able to bring it back down. Thanks guys.

 

[Rezarf]

I am the copilot. Rcor is out of town the 22nd and I have been tasked to step in and as soon as the gates open, rally the troops to bring her down. I will be staying in contact with the FS to determine when it's open and then will need many of your expertise, knowledge, and assistance. If anyone has any news or updates up there, let me know, I'll be watching the forum.

All winter, a piece of my buddy's heart has been missing since we left it at 12,500' and I would love to be able to bring it back down. Thanks guys.

You're a good friend to help with the recovery!

The chapstick in the block of ice is classic.

The cruiser needs to be called the "Polar Bear" from now on after having hybernating for the winter!

 

[LXBRADY]

Per the 4X4 club that maintains Red Cone.

"Red Cone is ready for the 2011 season. Made it all the way over to the montezuma gate. We have reported back to the forest service, and although we cleared the trail, it is up to them when they officially decide to open the gates to the public.
The creek crossing on the montezuma side of Webster pass is very deep. Webster still had a snow cornice at the top that is ~40' deep."

 

[Caribou Sandstorm]

Hmmm.. Operation "Polar Bear Recovery"...This weekend? if gates are open..

 

[leiniesred]

With Jenny Creek on Snow Delay; I can help with the 80 this weekend.
It'll probably start right up with a jumpstart and we'll be able to drive it out.

 

[timmbuck2]

I also could help with the Jenny Creek delay. We should have a contingency plan on how to get it down *if* it does not start. Strap it up between 2 80's?

 

[Jacket]

Did the owner say he would be out of town until the 22nd?

 

[calphi27]

Strap it up between 2 80's?

If you want it to make it back, it better be between 2 60 series.

 

[treerootCO]

If you want it to make it back, it better be between 2 60 series.

I think it was the 3FE that lead to this I'm thinking we need an FZJ80

 

[RUoffroader]

Per the 4X4 club that maintains Red Cone.

"Red Cone is ready for the 2011 season. Made it all the way over to the montezuma gate. We have reported back to the forest service, and although we cleared the trail, it is up to them when they officially decide to open the gates to the public.
The creek crossing on the montezuma side of Webster pass is very deep. Webster still had a snow cornice at the top that is ~40' deep."

Hello Gentlemen,

My name is Ryan Boudreau, I am the Patrol Leader for the club that maintains Red Cone. Before our trip last Saturday, I was unaware of the Toyota up top. Upon our return, I did a little research and fell upon this forum. I figured since I have first hand information, it would be a good idea to keep y'all informed of the Red Cone status.

I received an email this morning from our South Platte ranger district contact, " Ryan, just talked to Cindy out of Dillon. Sounds like we are good to open today. Bob, any chance we could change the signs and unlock the gate?"

I have not yet seen a reply that this is definitely happening today, but usually they are quick on their actions. Red Cone should be open this weekend if there is an attempted recovery.

My only request, please inform me if/when the recovery happens, and also when it is complete so that I can report back to the forest service. If any additional help is needed, let me know, our rigs are certainly capable of a recovery effort, and since we know the mountain very well, we could probably make quick work of it. And remember, please tread lightly and try to keep the damage at a minimum since the 80 is certainly off trail

Thanks,

Ryan Boudreau
boudreau1020@gmail.com

 

[wesintl]

excellent. Thanks Ryan. I believe I can be in for sat.

 

[Caribou Sandstorm]

Thanks for the update Ryan!

One of the posters here is the owner but he may be out of town and has a buddy pinch hitting for him.

We have a group that is willing to go up Saturday but having a few of you all would I think be great, as well.

We can probably set a tentitive meeting time for now, so that we can get all those lined up that are interested.

ALCO what do you think?

So Far we have:

Caribou
Wes
Rudy
Treeroot?
Marco?
Robbie?
Brady?

 

[bh4rnnr]

If there is an open seat, i'd love to tag along.

 

[bvb]

I missed out on BHCC but it looks like I could be available Saturday. That would be one of the 60s needed. What year is the 80 and I may have a FSM to have in hand if needed.

 

[LXBRADY]

In.

So what is the plan. Drop in over Red Cone and take it out Webster/Montezuma side?

Let's confirm with the owner/owner's representative that they will be able to attend. Need keys for the rig , new battery, driver, and anything else needed.

Meet 9 am at the Red Cone turn off on 285?

 

[Caribou Sandstorm]

Awesome BVB! Glad you are in. Not sure what year 80 it is.

Yep Steve that is what I was thinking for a meeting time and location.

We just need to here from ALCO that he can be there also.

Perry you can ride with me, if you want. Bring your camera!

 

[subzali]

It's a '93:

... After a few Toyotas I finally found her in the fall of 09’ with 73,000mi (1993) and pulled the trigger...

 

[simps80]

Hello Gentlemen,

My name is Ryan Boudreau, I am the Patrol Leader for the club that maintains Red Cone.
<snip> And remember, please tread lightly and try to keep the damage at a minimum since the 80 is certainly off trail

Thanks,

Ryan Boudreau
boudreau1020@gmail.com

way off topic, brief hijack..

Ryan, thanks for posting!
not sure if you've noticed but the forum portion of the website in your signature has had some not-so-nice spammers in the mechanic's corner section, if you see this maybe you can pass that along to one of the admins over there.

http://www.mhjc.org/2010forum/viewforum.php?f=9

...hijack off....

 

[bvb]

FSM and EWD in hand! Tool box was packed for BHCC so everything except the kitchen sink is in there if neded. A new battery and I'd bet it starts. Sounds like pulling it to the road is going to be the task.

 

[Caribou Sandstorm]

Subzali you or any of the other Matt's in?