Southern California Club Xterra
Southern California Club Xterra => SCCX General Discussion => Topic started by: BikersCage on January 05, 2013, 09:50:57 AM
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So i just ordered the first item in what will be a long list of things for me to do on the X.
Looking for some interest to help me install these. My new years resolution was to become more familiar with things i own, and ive always been semi mechanical and just want to make it something that I can actually start to do.
If its bolt on only I have tools, but no jacks/stands. Someone already offered the Jacks/Stands from Thenewx.org Looking for some people who have done this before and have the know how. I have a garage that should suffice and a nice 50 foot driveway with double parking right in front of the garage that is level if we need to use that.
The following is what i ordered. Please let me know if i need more. Also what kinds of grease or other items do i need to do these? I believe i shouldn't need the Camber kit because i own a 2005 OR. I recently had some suspension work done and they didnt say anything was wrong with my bolts. Hopefully they didn't just break them or something and not tell me. I will look at the work order when I get a chance. Sitting on the duty at work right now.
1 TJM Extended Travel Coilover (Front Coil Options: Heavy_Duty_Coils
Light Racing UCAs: Yes (+ $399.00)
Coilover Assembly: Please Assemble
1 OME CS061R Dakar Leaf Springs N- OME CS061R
1 *SALE* U-Bolt Kit N-X-UBK
1 Solid Steel Axle Degree Shims N3DS
1 TJM Rear Gold Series Shocks
(will add requested drinks and BBQ essentials later)
Hope to see and meet some fellow x people soon. Then trails shortly after!
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as always, i recommend getting a small jar of brake caliper grease, its just synthetic grease that has a brush on the lid for easy application to all parts during the install to help keep things quiet. your install should be pretty straight forward since you are having nisstec assemble the front coilovers. no need for spring compressors. i havnt ordered from nisstec but im hoping they include a new UCA bolt for the drivers side as its easiest to cut the existing bolt due to the steering shaft being in the way of the removal of said bolt. i have a milwalkee minature sawsall that works great at getting in the tight space and is faster than a grinder at cutting the excess off of ubolts. where in san diego are you located?
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I am in the military housing up near kearny mesa high school Right off linda vista in between the 163. Single family homes up there. I will go get the grease before the parts come luckily off road warehouse is 5 min drive away. I will post on their area in the newx site and call them.
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I added a set of helper leafs a 'mini pack' and found that I needed a bottle jack that I didn't have. I had jack stands holding the truck up and used a conventional jack to raise and lower the truck. Those springs are heavy and are meant to not bend. The first bolt went in easy enough but the second one was more fun and that's where the bottle jack would have been nice to have.
Yeah, that's the jack inside the spring pack! A bottle jack would have been better.
(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y215/paul1960/Xterra/AC%20Shackles/05Nobottlejack.jpg)
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Sounds like a MOD DAY!
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I'm Hosting a MOD day at my place in ESCONDIDO this Saturday, January 12th. We currently have a Titan Swap scheduled for install on a frontier and an AAL on an X. If anyone else has stuff they want to do, my garage is open to you. I can accommodate 5 rigs maybe up to 6 at one time. PM me for details and address.
Lava
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Lava, I would definetly be in on that if I get the stuff this week. I ordered it on sunday it says usually ships in 24 hours and it goes fedex. So hopefully have it around thursday/friday
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You guys sure are generous. When I started modding with a lift, steering, AAL, we always tossed $100 and up toward the person doing the work. It was a deal compared to what a mechanic at a shop would charge. That way everyone benefited.
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I dont believe in doing all the work for someone. I generally like to guide the owner and help when needed instead of doing all the work myself. Yes it takes longer, but I think of it as teaching a man (or woman) to fish instead of just feeding them junk food.
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I'm Hosting a MOD day at my place in ESCONDIDO this Saturday, January 12th. We currently have a Titan Swap scheduled for install on a frontier and an AAL on an X. If anyone else has stuff they want to do, my garage is open to you. I can accommodate 5 rigs maybe up to 6 at one time. PM me for details and address.
Lava
I'll stop by...my bumper has a bottle opener. ;D
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I'm Hosting a MOD day at my place in ESCONDIDO this Saturday, January 12th. We currently have a Titan Swap scheduled for install on a frontier and an AAL on an X. If anyone else has stuff they want to do, my garage is open to you. I can accommodate 5 rigs maybe up to 6 at one time. PM me for details and address.
Lava
Nice! I might even make it!
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Yeah i didnt expect someone to do all the work for me. I do need some guidance ive done some basic shit before that is just bolt on. My old 5.0 mustang. Headers, Cold Air Intake... Etc, but never suspension. I am not a total noob to turning a wrench just been a while and need the expertise...
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I dont believe in doing all the work for someone. I generally like to guide the owner and help when needed instead of doing all the work myself. Yes it takes longer, but I think of it as teaching a man (or woman) to fish instead of just feeding them junk food.
Amen!! I'm all about that theory
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I might have to come by to help GhostX with his bottle opener ;)
I love hard work...I could watch it all day!
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We could use all the help we can get
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I might have to come by to help GhostX with his bottle opener ;)
I love hard work...I could watch it all day!
Randy, you and I can "supervise." Until we take our naps...
(http://i971.photobucket.com/albums/ae195/DzrtX/Funny%20Photos/randyandjohn.jpg)
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Sounds good. Let's get a headcount and MoD list put together, so we make sure we all have the right tools for this epic event.
Lava- Doing a Titan Swap on Frontier and possibly adding rear Shims to his Xterra
HEVAK- Doing Rear AAL install
Bikerscage- Full Lift pending parts
xxSVxx- Rear Bils
RBDuffer and GhostX- Beers and Naps
Knightrider- helping hands
SDKLR- Helping out
Did I miss anyone? Probably, I'm horrible behind a desk. This is great. If everyone helps a little on each rig, we'd all be done very fast!
I will also need to move my classic truck and wife's car to the street so we can open up the third car garage for total space utilization. My Cul-de-sac will be overrun by Nissan. I love it. If the weather holds maybe we can BBQ?
I think if 7-8 of us show up and all put in a little wrench time, we can get everyone's list knocked out and maybe have time for an impromptu run somewhere close....even if its over to Stone Brewery.....
If you can make it PM me for my address for those of you that need it.
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I will probably stop by, help out where needed
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'REAR' Bils...and that's if John can bring them....which, I assume, will happen.... :)
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Im willing to help with everything even the BBQ (the wife doesnt cook at home im the chef). I dont know if my parts are going to show up in time. I might come over just for the experience though. Like i said mine is parts depending. I should know by about wednesday.
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Okay, I have a gas grill that sucks. I prefer charcoal now, but haven't grabbed one yet. Maybe everyone can ring their meats n stuff and we/you the "chef" can cook em up in the driveway as we work! Lol
Either way anything is welcomed!
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GhostX, you are way too funny :) And I gotta get that chair-back fixed some day :D
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OK I'll play, count me in. Do we need a trap to catch that Chewdonkey?
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So what's a good time for everyone? I was thinking
10am...
Sound off! ;D
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Okay, I have a gas grill that sucks. I prefer charcoal now, but haven't grabbed one yet. Maybe everyone can ring their meats n stuff and we/you the "chef" can cook em up in the driveway as we work! Lol
Either way anything is welcomed!
:D :D ;D :D :D :D
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:D :D ;D :D :D :D
X2.
I'm not bringing that set of tools.
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On a more mature note: 10am sounds good.
It's a sad day when I'm the mature one :-\
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10am means we can skip our naps. ;D
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i already spoke with bikerscage on newx.org, im out of town this weekend otherwise I would stop by just to meet all you guys. Ive been trolling this site and more active on thenewx for the better part of two years or so. Be nice to actually meet up with some of the socal members.
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We're going wheeling on the 26th, mark your calendar
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stock friendly? and where?
edit: i see it now on the xcursions section. not sure how stock friendly this one is.
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So good news the order should be shipped, possibly 3 days so Friday.
Bad news: need to find a babysitter wife told me she has work sat. Also need new UCA bolts as most people cut theirs to make the work drastically easier.
I should have complete answers by Thursday.
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SATURDAY JANUARY 12TH AT 10:00AM (RAY ::) SHOOT FOR 930 SO YOU MAKE IT :P)
MY PLACE IN ESCONDIDO, CA (PM ME FOR THE ADDRESS)
BRING WHAT TOOLS YOU THINK YOU'LL NEED OR HAVE. I ALSO HAVE PLENTY ON SITE SO WE SHOULD BE FINE. (I.C.E: HARBOR FREIGHT IS DOWN THE ROAD)
BRING YOUR OWN MEAT TO BBQ IF YOU WANT TO (WAS SOMEBODY BRINGING A GRILL?) OR WE CAN LUNCH BREAK IT AND HAVE PIZZA DELIVERED.
BYOB OR DRINKS, I VOTE AFTERWARDS WE ALL ROLL OVER TO STONE BREWERY FOR A FEW COLD BEERS TO CELEBRATE THE FIRST MOD DAY OF 2013 8)
SEE YOU ALL SATURDAY ;D
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stock friendly? and where?
edit: i see it now on the xcursions section. not sure how stock friendly this one is.
You would be surprised what a stock X can do. :-)
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So good news the order should be shipped, possibly 3 days so Friday.
Bad news: need to find a babysitter wife told me she has work sat. Also need new UCA bolts as most people cut theirs to make the work drastically easier.
I should have complete answers by Thursday.
I would confirm with nisstec and see if they ship a replacement bolt for the drivers side. Most people only cut the rear drivers side bolt because the steering shaft makes it a pita to remove. I do have one UCA bolt floating around since I bought one just in case when I did mine so I have an extra I can bring.
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I called them, they do not send a new one as its personal preference. What other random small items do I need grease? Anti seize for camber kit? Lock tite? Should I even use that on the parts ever? Some newb questions but I want to be ready and do it right.
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Anti seize for all new bolts and bushings. A can of pb blaster applied generously to all bolts and nuts that will be removed at least once a day for the rest of the week. Locktite blue or medium can be used, NO RED loctite, red is ment to be permanent. If your UCA have urethane bushings you will need grease and a grease gun if they have zero fittings. Regular greasing is the only thing that will keep urethane bushings quiet, zerk fittings allow you to add grease without disassembling. Zerk fittings can be added by drilling and tapping a hole for them, they are cheap but save you a lot of headaches later
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You would be surprised what a stock X can do. :-)
;D I know, I was pretty surprised!
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Come to think of it...maybe I should remove the rear sway bar, get some more rubber on the trail....
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They have some sort of bushings already installed it doesnt say the type, but they include the grease , I will go and get some of that other stuff mentioned. I think i already have blue lock tight for my remote control car stuff. Thanks for the inputs though. Still hoping it comes friday!
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Come to think of it...maybe I should remove the rear sway bar, get some more rubber on the trail....
We'll take care of that pesky sway bar on Saturday ;)
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Hey just looking at the potential activity (Three bays?). You guys have plenty of jacks, jack stands and tools?
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I've got a jack and 4 stands I was going to bring. Along with every tool I used for my install
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Big THANK YOU goes out to Lava for opening up his home to, what has turned into, the first MOD Day of the year. For all of you guys that are planning to join us, to help, or just to provide color commentary, BIG koodoes to you too.
This is a great group, and I'm very proud to be a part of it.
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Hey just looking at the potential activity (Three bays?). You guys have plenty of jacks, jack stands and tools?
Yes, I have to move my classic truck out of the third bay and park it on the street (Thinks to himself.....Insurance write off if stolen....Evil Grin, MOD $$)
I also have a driveway just as wide to accommodate 3 additional vehicles. I live at the end of a cul-de-sac so street parking is at a premium, but parking around the corner is wide open and 1/2 block walk away.
If you have spare jacks, spare tools, spare stands, spare compressors, WEBER / Hibachi Grills, Spare Beer, Spare anything PLEASE Bring it along. If we do have a solid attendance, I want to be able to accommodate everyone, and finish the work as quickly, safely and the best we can, that way we can all convoy over to STONE Brewing Company...Exactly 3.3 Miles from Driveway to Parking lot. ::)
THE LIST:
Lava- Doing a Titan Swap on Frontier and possibly adding rear Shims to his Xterra
HEVAK- Doing Rear AAL Install
Bikerscage- Full Lift pending parts shipment 1-11-13?
xxSVxx- Rear Bils - OUT
RBDuffer & GhostX- Beers and Naps
Knightrider- Helping out
SDKLR- OUT
Toro- Helping out
FrankB - Possibly Stopping By
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Hey i dont think i will be doing an instal this weekend. My wife is working and i cannot find someone to baby sit for a long period of time. I may just try to swing by and at least meet a few people though. I will PM for information.
Also to note, the FEDEX guy said everything should be on schedule for a friday evening delivery. At least i got them, thats 1/4 of the battle...
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Hey i dont think i will be doing an instal this weekend. My wife is working and i cannot find someone to baby sit for a long period of time. I may just try to swing by and at least meet a few people though. I will PM for information.
Also to note, the FEDEX guy said everything should be on schedule for a friday evening delivery. At least i got them, thats 1/4 of the battle...
Bring your Parts, Your Rig, and your little one. Maybe if one of the other Guys brings their Significant other, The ladies and your little one can hang out with my wife inside??
OR, We can just lock 'em up in my sons room with tons of toys, a bag full of sugary candy sweet treats and a 2 liter of Mtn. Dew until you finish.... :o
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Randy and john could babysit the little one while your doing your install.
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That's a double edged sword ;)
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THE EAGLE HAS LANDED
My AAL package arrived today, via the Brown Santa Clause (UPS)
Can't wait!!
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Ray: Please add bench racing to the task list.
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Ray: Please add bench racing to the task list.
Added!!
For those of you that are as confused as I am...
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=bench%20racing
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Randy and john could babysit the little one while your doing your install.
No problem! I'm a great babysitter, but we'll need something stronger than beer. Rum!! Yeah, rum is great babysitting fluid. If we have time I can teach the tyke how to shoot :D Babys love drinking and shooting....I wonder why nobody's ever asked me to sit before ??? :o
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Well I'm a sailor, his dad shoots and drinks so it cannot be that bad?
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Yes, I have to move my classic truck out of the third bay and park it on the street (Thinks to himself.....Insurance write off if stolen....Evil Grin, MOD $$)
I also have a driveway just as wide to accommodate 3 additional vehicles. I live at the end of a cul-de-sac so street parking is at a premium, but parking around the corner is wide open and 1/2 block walk away.
If you have spare jacks, spare tools, spare stands, spare compressors, WEBER / Hibachi Grills, Spare Beer, Spare anything PLEASE Bring it along. If we do have a solid attendance, I want to be able to accommodate everyone, and finish the work as quickly, safely and the best we can, that way we can all convoy over to STONE Brewing Company...Exactly 3.3 Miles from Driveway to Parking lot. ::)
THE LIST:
Lava- Doing a Titan Swap on Frontier and possibly adding rear Shims to his Xterra
HEVAK- Doing Rear AAL Install
Bikerscage- Full Lift pending parts shipment 1-11-13?
xxSVxx- Rear Bils - OUT
RBDuffer & GhostX- Beers and Naps
Knightrider- OUT
SDKLR- OUT
Toro- Helping out
FrankB - Possibly Stopping By
OP UPDATED, SEE ATTENDANCE LIST ABOVE.
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I will be there even if i have to pick up from fedex on the way. They tried to deliver today while i was at work. I scheduled them to drop it off at one of the locations near me hopefully it gets there tonight before 8 and i can pick up locally tonight. If not ill pick it up at 9 on the way.
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Well I don't think im going to make it, gotta work Saturday
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Ill be a little late FedEx is being gay but ill be there
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OP UPDATED, SEE ATTENDANCE LIST ABOVE.
OP Updated ^^^^^^^^^^^
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I will be there for sure.
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Perfect! I'm moving all my vehicles to the the street and opening up "Lava's Busted Knuckle Garage" for the day. See you all here in a few.
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I may not be up there till around 1, dunno if we will have time to do my stuff but at least ill show up to say hi and whats up to everyone. Fedex is retarded with home shipment stuff. They wont allow you to pick up at the warehouse.
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ok on my way should be up there in less than an hour
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hey guys i may not show up. I went to fedex and they had all but one of my leaf springs. This is quite retarded. I came back home its not delievered yet. on fedex it says that all of them should be at the store. i am trying to figure this out first
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ok i think i got it one last try
on my way
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ok i think i got it one last try
on my way
Sorry we weren't able to tackle your truck.
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Hey no complaints here was nice to meet a few people from the forums already. Me and Lava spoke about trying to schedule something else sometime soon.
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Wow!! Thank you very much for all your help everyone. Especially Terry!! You're awesome. Thank you Justin for hosting all of us and letting us use your tools. It was a very productive Mod Day.
Thanks again!!
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Hey no complaints here was nice to meet a few people from the forums already. Me and Lava spoke about trying to schedule something else sometime soon.
You Bet! My garage is open to any SCCX member, anytime. Especially Military Servicemen and women. Thanks to everyone who came, John Thanks for the Pizza Order! We'll definitely have to do it again soon. ;D ;D
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You Bet! My garage is open to any SCCX member, anytime. Especially Military Servicemen and women. Thanks to everyone who came, John Thanks for the Pizza Order! We'll definitely have to do it again soon. ;D ;D
Up until now, I was not a member of SCCX but Lava was gracious enough to help me with my Titan swap. It was a long day but we managed to finish before my wife started calling local hospitals looking for me (11:30pm). Thanks to GhostX and HEVAK for lending a helping wrench and others whose names I cannot remember...sorry.
Lava: the swap was a success! Thanks for the help man. I could not have done it without you. The alignment wasn't so bad either; however I did take it to Firestone today and they got me straightened out. I plan to use them every other oil change since I went with the lifetime alignment. I also had them flush my brake lines.
It was a pleasure meeting everyone Hope to see you all again soon. I'd like to make it to Truckhaven but after last night, I may need to save up some brownie points before I can disappear for another full day. We'll see.
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why disappear, bring her along. :D
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why disappear, bring her along. :D
Yeah well she hates wheeling. She used to be more supportive (read: she went so she could hang out with me but didn't enjoy it) but that was before we got married. Also, we have a three month old that is still to young for off road riding.
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Paul...great to meet you. Hope to see those SAW's in action soon.