Thinkin about Moab this year

[Jump This]

I hit snow on the way up there over Labor Day weekend!

 

[DaJudge]

Ok... I've managed to get the following done:

Rock rails, lunchbox up front, fuel tank skid, and a few other things.

One thing on my list was to do the SYE before going, but as the days get closer I'm starting to doubt it will happen. I've been running where I'm at without an SYE for over a year with no ill effects.. should be no problem in Moab right?

SYE will not effect your ability to wheel in Moab.

Have fun!

 

[Rob Mayercik]

yeah... when I was driving up there it hit so bad, my wiper broke on the acumulated snow on the hood.....

Just how much snow are we talking about? I've already been wondering if I should see about getting my hands on a set of tire chains...

 

[sidriptide]

Just how much snow are we talking about? I've already been wondering if I should see about getting my hands on a set of tire chains...

both times i went out, once in May and once in October, we had snow up above 9000' west of Denver. looked like it fell overnight and they had it relatively clear by sunrise both times.. chains wouldnt be a bad idea but as long as you have good tires you should be fine.. make sure your wipers and washer work.. my last trip out my washer didnt work and i had to get my buddy to drive in front of me and kick up as much spray as possible so i could keep my glass clear.. it got to the point i was driving with my head out the wndow once the road dried up till the next exit.. made for an interesting ride.

 

[Rob Mayercik]

both times i went out, once in May and once in October, we had snow up above 9000' west of Denver. looked like it fell overnight and they had it relatively clear by sunrise both times.. chains wouldnt be a bad idea but as long as you have good tires you should be fine.. make sure your wipers and washer work.. my last trip out my washer didnt work and i had to get my buddy to drive in front of me and kick up as much spray as possible so i could keep my glass clear.. it got to the point i was driving with my head out the wndow once the road dried up till the next exit.. made for an interesting ride.

My concern re: chains is that I recall hearing about times when the cops turn folks around if they don't have chains. My tires are fine. Got any suggestions on where to get chains, how to find the right size for my tires, etc.?

Wipers and washers work fine - both front and rear. Have been thinking about starting the trip with fresh blades, even though the ones I have are still in good shape. Depends on how much time I have between when I get the truck back from getting the cowl-heater box gasket replaced and when I hit the road. I'll make sure I have plenty of washer fluid in back.

Rob

 

[IslanderOffRoad]

Almost ready.. oil change and some axle repair and I'm done.

 

[Jump This]

Almost ready.. oil change and some axle repair and I'm done.

All I have to do is load some tools and some spares and I'm ready to go...

ARe we there yet?

 

[DrMoab]

My concern re: chains is that I recall hearing about times when the cops turn folks around if they don't have chains. My tires are fine. Got any suggestions on where to get chains, how to find the right size for my tires, etc.?

Are you driving the Jeep or towing? If you are driving it I think the chain law states "chains OR 4WD" you should have the 4wd part covered.

I seriously doubt that in Oct there would be enough snow to require them to throw the chain law into effect. It could happen but its about a 1 in 10,000 chance.

 

[ChiXJeff]

Pike's Peak is already covered with snow this year.

In the 4 trips I made for the Fall Fling, snow in the mountains was never an issue.

 

[Rob Mayercik]

I'll be driving the Jeep - never towed anything before, and now is not the time to learn. And yes, my 4WD is fully operational.

Jeff - good to know the historical data, thanks.

At this point, I've got no time left to get chains, so I'll just have to take my chances and hope this week won't be the one in ten thousand.

Thanks for the info.

Rob