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Title: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: MLHSN on April 10, 2013, 10:26:01 PM: Any ORV enthusiasts on the site? I normally don't drive to any destinations. But I've been wanting to get up to Van Epps pass for a few years now. I haven't been able to talk anyone into going yet. I don't have a high-clearance vehicle. I've considered just hoofing it up. I will probably use my two feet this summer If I can't talk anyone into driving.

It would be interesting to check out the old mine site. I would also like to fish Spirit Lake and maybe scramble up Harding.

Anyways, let me know if anyone is interested in the area for a summer trip. I'd be willing to pay for gas and dinner/lunch also.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 10, 2013, 11:01:31 PM: That looks like a fun run in the Jeep. I'll have to put that on my bucket list. When were you thinking about going?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on April 10, 2013, 11:01:59 PM: What mine site are you talking about? Is it around St. Helens ?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on April 10, 2013, 11:15:18 PM: Jeepasaurusrex, I'd like to go as early as possible. I was thinking around the last week of July. It depends when road becomes drive-able. Sometimes those high pass roads get pockets of snowdrift into the early summer.

Boss .300. This particular ORV road is up off the teanaway. It goes up on a ridge by the Kittitas/Chelan county line. There's a few old mine shafts I guess.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 16, 2013, 07:32:12 AM: I've been talking with a bunch of other 4-wheelers about this trip. That time of year sounds about right to be able and make it to the top.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Skillet on April 16, 2013, 07:44:13 AM: Sounds like a good run for the ol' KLR650 as well... hey jeepasaurus, figure we could easily fit the bike in front or behind the jeep on that awesome trailer you got, right? :chuckle:

I'd be all about hiking in to fish spirit lake, too. What's in it?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 16, 2013, 08:34:36 AM: The Jeep rides nice the farther forward it is. There should be plenty of room after the Jeep, or in the back of the truck. :chuckle:

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/482198_499927993378143_2002896609_n.jpg)
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: gasman on April 16, 2013, 05:51:15 PM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on April 16, 2013, 08:34:36 AM
The Jeep rides nice the farther forward it is. There should be plenty of room after the Jeep, or in the back of the truck. :chuckle:

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/482198_499927993378143_2002896609_n.jpg)

Jeep run..................... Im in :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w:

Just need to replace a front leaf spring and Im game :tup:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Skillet on April 16, 2013, 06:51:48 PM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on April 16, 2013, 08:34:36 AM
The Jeep rides nice the farther forward it is. There should be plenty of room after the Jeep, or in the back of the truck. :chuckle:

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/482198_499927993378143_2002896609_n.jpg)
That's just bada$$.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on April 16, 2013, 09:01:27 PM: Sounds like fun :tup: You guys interested in camping at the top?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 10:54:11 AM: I'd be up for an overnight trip.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 10:56:40 AM: http://www.nwjeepn.com/Maps/VanEpps.pdf (http://www.nwjeepn.com/Maps/VanEpps.pdf)
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Skillet on April 17, 2013, 11:20:15 AM: Overnighter sounds cool to me. Would give plenty of time to hike in the wilderness to fish Spirit Lake.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 11:26:01 AM: I don't hike anymore (3 knee surgeries, need a 4th) so I could hold down the fort at camp.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Buckmark on April 17, 2013, 12:07:57 PM: Humm wonder if i could make this in my nissan?? Anybody on here ever run it, the map jeep put up says it is an easy trail.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 12:27:08 PM: You could make it no problem. If you get stuck, I've got a winch... :chuckle: :chuckle:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Buckmark on April 17, 2013, 12:29:01 PM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 12:27:08 PM
You could make it no problem. If you get stuck, I've got a winch... :chuckle: :chuckle:
Cool, i have a winch also with a really cool heavy heavy duty mounting plate..... :chuckle:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: hollymaster on April 17, 2013, 12:43:13 PM: Is there a place up that way called gallaghers head?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: et1702 on April 17, 2013, 12:57:26 PM: Hmmm...might have to finally pull the engine out of my '72 K5 Blazer and get to work on it. I have all the new parts in the barn, just had too many other obligations recently.

Is the trail wide enough for a full size Blazer?

Sounds like a fun weekend.

ET
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on April 17, 2013, 12:58:04 PM: Been reading the post and sounds fun! Would this be a fun trail for our three year old daughter without traumatizing her? :chuckle: :dunno:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Skillet on April 17, 2013, 12:59:38 PM: Quote from: et1702 on April 17, 2013, 12:57:26 PM

Hmmm...might have to finally pull the engine out of my '72 K5 Blazer and get to work on it. I have all the new parts in the barn, just had too many other obligations recently.

Is the trail wide enough for a full size Blazer?

Sounds like a fun weekend.

ET

Had a '69 K5 during my senior year in high school... what an awesome rig that was. Get it going!
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on April 17, 2013, 01:06:28 PM: Quote from: hollymaster on April 17, 2013, 12:43:13 PM
Is there a place up that way called gallaghers head?

Gallagher Head Lake splits off of the same road.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: et1702 on April 17, 2013, 01:11:02 PM: Quote from: Skillet on April 17, 2013, 12:59:38 PM
Quote from: et1702 on April 17, 2013, 12:57:26 PM

Hmmm...might have to finally pull the engine out of my '72 K5 Blazer and get to work on it. I have all the new parts in the barn, just had too many other obligations recently.

Is the trail wide enough for a full size Blazer?

Sounds like a fun weekend.

ET

Had a '69 K5 during my senior year in high school... what an awesome rig that was. Get it going!

Yes Sir, I love mine. 4" lift w/2" extra body lift, 37" boggers, built SBC 400ci. She's definitely a billy goat. But, took her bogging a few years back and sucked some muddy water into the engine. She now has low blood pressure as bearings were damaged by silt. Need to pull engine and freshen her up! Have new cam, bearings, oil pump etc. But, other projects have been keeping me busy. Went out behind barn this weekend and uncovered her, as I planned to ressurect her soon!

ET
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 01:17:36 PM: Quote from: Buckmark on April 17, 2013, 12:29:01 PM
Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 12:27:08 PM
You could make it no problem. If you get stuck, I've got a winch... :chuckle: :chuckle:
Cool, i have a winch also with a really cool heavy heavy duty mounting plate..... :chuckle:

We should make a mount so you can put it on the front of your trucks.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Buckmark on April 17, 2013, 01:37:58 PM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 01:17:36 PM
Quote from: Buckmark on April 17, 2013, 12:29:01 PM
Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 12:27:08 PM
You could make it no problem. If you get stuck, I've got a winch... :chuckle: :chuckle:
Cool, i have a winch also with a really cool heavy heavy duty mounting plate..... :chuckle:

We should make a mount so you can put it on the front of your trucks.
Sounds like you are voluntering, thanks.... :). that would be better than now just using it in the receiver hitch...
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 01:42:57 PM: Lets do it. I'm getting low on steel, but we could fab up something.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: gasman on April 17, 2013, 04:02:55 PM: An over night sounds awesome to me too :tup:

Lets make this happen when the snow melts.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 17, 2013, 10:37:08 PM: The weekend of July 27th will not work for me. That is the weekend they are dedicating the statue of Doug Vose III in Concrete. I have been working with the family on this project for almost a year. Going to be a big day. Multiple HALO jumps into the airport, static and other helicopter displays... big day for everyone.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on April 17, 2013, 11:26:51 PM: How about the weekend of July 20th?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: buglebuster on April 18, 2013, 12:16:56 AM: End of july dont work for e thays when my daughter is due :bash: i say june, spring snow run would be way more fun :tup:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on April 18, 2013, 08:49:53 AM: I am thinking late June, early July. With the way the snow pack is this year, late June should be doable no problem.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 03, 2013, 09:22:05 AM: Is this still a go? I just installed 4.10 gears and lockers front/rear in the Jeep. :4w:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on June 03, 2013, 11:07:32 AM: I'm still game if someone has an empty seat for me. It will still be a couple weeks though. I just saw a TR from the area and there is still a decent amount of snow on that ridgeline. Hopefully this warm weather coming with knock that down though.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: gasman on June 03, 2013, 11:38:02 AM: Any idea on a date?

I'm out the next couple of weekends, but he the weekend of July 12 open, so far. Or later in the month but the weekend of the 20th I'm busy.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 03, 2013, 01:01:08 PM: I think the weekend of the 12th would give the snow a bit of a chance to melt (as well as give me more time to plan.)
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: floatinghat on June 04, 2013, 04:07:40 PM: Hey justsaw this thread and thought COOL. I was thinking about taking a run up there one of these days just to check it out. Could ya use company? I don't know about a weekender but I could be up for a day trip and some scouting depending on the date, can't mess with my salmon fishing.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: buglebuster on June 04, 2013, 04:11:14 PM: Im out the weekend of the 12th have an event to go to saturday, and thats also jamboree weekend in naches. I guess im out of this one cause my kids due thenext week. Have fun guys
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 04, 2013, 09:54:04 PM: Finished up the install of the gears and lockers in the Jeep today. Took it for a test drive. :IBCOOL:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on June 04, 2013, 09:59:29 PM: ahem, Referring back to the original post. I'm still willing to pay for gas and buy lunch for whoever is willing to lend me an extra seat.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 04, 2013, 10:32:18 PM: I got ya covered...
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: Smossy on June 05, 2013, 12:28:29 AM: This is a killer thread. Wish we had a trail beast.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 05, 2013, 08:35:46 AM: What do you have? Chances are a highly modified offroad rig won't be needed. That just happens to be what I drive.

Here is some pics I've seen from the trail.

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nwjeepn.com%2Fimages%2FCleElum%2FVanEpps_0016.JPG&hash=c9ad8922cc4ee724d198ff3ecc66be048fb6aaf2)

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nwjeepn.com%2Fimages%2FCleElum%2FVanEpps_0033.JPG&hash=863db65185437ece9d88f1aa505b55c63f0839e8)

(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fj9yLY.jpg&hash=9ca6515cfb135fc0777e476b7b45be526e5089f7)
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: wildmanoutdoors on June 05, 2013, 10:03:40 AM: Smossy has an Caddy! :tup:
Perfect for the trail!
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 05, 2013, 10:56:58 AM: Use a Sawz-all, you can fit 35s under it very easily!
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: floatinghat on June 21, 2013, 06:01:26 PM: Is there a date for this scouting trip? I got drawn for Muzzy cow elk in Willipa Hill and need to my weekends. Not thinking filling my cow tag will be difficult I just haven't been down there for years and with the new Weyco rules need to relearn my way around.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 21, 2013, 11:46:14 PM: I do need to put together a scouting trip real soon. Anyone up for a quick trip over the hill and to check that area out? My F-350 dually does not make a good scouting vehicle....
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: firefighter4607 on June 22, 2013, 01:30:20 AM: Tagging to see when you folks are planning to do this run. If it works out might have to join.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on June 22, 2013, 04:31:46 AM: July 12th it is then
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: gasman on June 22, 2013, 05:20:27 AM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on June 21, 2013, 11:46:14 PM
I do need to put together a scouting trip real soon. Anyone up for a quick trip over the hill and to check that area out? My F-350 dually does not make a good scouting vehicle....

I would, but on vacation and wont be home until Sunday.

Maybe next weekend :dunno:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 22, 2013, 05:51:03 PM: Scouting trip on the 29th? Who's in?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: gasman on June 25, 2013, 04:23:34 PM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on June 22, 2013, 05:51:03 PM
Scouting trip on the 29th? Who's in?

Im in, but gotta take the bike.

The jeep has a busted leaf spring that wont be delivered until next week. Looks like some last minute wrenching for me and the weekend :bash:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on June 25, 2013, 04:39:03 PM: Im still trying to procure a ride for the scouting trip....
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: gasman on June 25, 2013, 04:59:04 PM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on June 25, 2013, 04:39:03 PM
Im still trying to procure a ride for the scouting trip....

got a bike :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w:

Helllllllllll I don't even know where it is :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: but willing to go :tup:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: gasman on June 29, 2013, 07:51:06 AM: Well, Im out for this camping trip. Cant find a 3.5 lift spring for the life of me :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash:

Everyone is out of stock and will not have any available until late July >:(

Going camping next weekend for the 4th with all my jeeping buds but I will be only one not on the trail :cryriver:

Thought I found a place, was going to cost me an extra $20 but to get it in time for wheeling, no big deal, then I get word yesterday that they also can't get it until the 26th of July.

Looks like I will be fishing and riding my bike next weekend :dunno:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: crazysccrmd on June 29, 2013, 08:29:04 AM: I'll bring my range rover out for some trail runs. Haven't done a lot in it yet it's always a good time.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: MLHSN on July 02, 2013, 08:19:30 PM: So if it's the weekend of july 12th, do you guys want to go up Friday afternoon through Sunday or Just Sat. Morning?

Let's get a roll call of who all is going:

I'm 1 I guess, and Jeepasaurusrex is 2. Others?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts?
Post by: TheHunt on July 02, 2013, 08:30:37 PM: Quote from: gasman on June 25, 2013, 04:59:04 PM
Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on June 25, 2013, 04:39:03 PM
Im still trying to procure a ride for the scouting trip....

got a bike :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w: :4w:

Helllllllllll I don't even know where it is :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: but willing to go :tup:

You set it up I will join you
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: 5.0fox on July 02, 2013, 11:53:11 PM: Im new here but wouldnt mind making it out to meet a few of you guys and screw around in the woods a bit. My truck should be capable enough for this trail and I may have one open seat for a passenger. Once you guys get a firm date set Ill let you know.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on July 03, 2013, 10:40:14 AM: July had really filled up for me. I have a friend who was just up there and said the snow is still really deep on the road farther up. I will be gone Aug 2-11, so any time after that would really work good for me.
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: MLHSN on July 03, 2013, 10:56:42 AM: Quote from: jeepasaurusrex on July 03, 2013, 10:40:14 AM
July had really filled up for me. I have a friend who was just up there and said the snow is still really deep on the road farther up. I will be gone Aug 2-11, so any time after that would really work good for me.

So your out for the 12th, Jeep?
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: jeepasaurusrex on July 03, 2013, 02:00:31 PM: Yea, I am not going to be able to make it in the month of July at all.... :bash:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: gasman on July 03, 2013, 02:31:40 PM: I cant get the front spring for my jeep until the of July. Been trying to find one for 2 months and found out last week that they will not be in stock until July 26. So I'm out for next weekend. :bash: :bash: :bash:

Aug is looking better and better for me :dunno:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: YoterHunter on July 09, 2013, 10:50:25 AM: Hey Pete go to wright spring of center st. Have them build you one. :twocents:
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: MLHSN on July 09, 2013, 11:40:58 AM: Well, this trip is looking cancelled. Looks like I'm headed to the Chelan Sawtooths for some giant High-Lakes trout instead. 8)
Title: Re: ORV enthusiasts? EDIT: Van Epps Mine trip 6/12-13
Post by: gasman on July 09, 2013, 01:30:38 PM: Quote from: YoterHunter on July 09, 2013, 10:50:25 AM
Hey Pete go to wright spring of center st. Have them build you one. :twocents:

I checked with them all ready, they only build for heavy duty trucks. If not I would have had them build me some the last time.