Colorado Adventures Continued (Punk'n JLR)

[Krondor]

Kings Peak Utah

This year's out of the way hike was in Utah, and it was epic. Great camping and views in a 27.8 mile round trip.

There were lots of colorful and interesting rocks along the way. Many of the purples and greens did not turn out as brilliant on camera as they were in person. But we do our best with phone cameras.

Camp was made above Dollar Lake in a spot that was just below tree line and had a "bit" of wind blocking. Yes, we did carry beer in for the camp.

The freeze dried food is lightweight and salty! But, I'll tell you what, after a long day of hiking with full packs they still taste great!

After setting up camp, there was time to enjoy the views.

That night we slept with a chill in the air, but excitement for the summit the next day.

So many interesting rocks along the way. Not really getting the green in the lower right, but the swirling in the middle rock came out fairly well.

Some of the switchbacks were easily seen, but keep an eye out for "false cairns." Why do people feel the need to build their own and throw people off the correct trails?

The summit was spectacular. Though, we were not the first to arrive.

The way back was long. Taking us back to camp, breakdown, and then all the way back to the trailhead.

We finished up in the dark. My phone isn't the best for low light pictures and I was too damn tired anyway.

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[Bandana]

Nice! If you ever need some Jeeps n Peaks beta in California let me know! I've got a handful of 12k and 13k peaks that are nice walk and a scramble from some OHV trails near the 395. Cheers!

 

[Krondor]

Nice! If you ever need some Jeeps n Peaks beta in California let me know! I've got a handful of 12k and 13k peaks that are nice walk and a scramble from some OHV trails near the 395. Cheers!

Was up and down highway 1 in 2001. Swore we would do it again. Long past overdue for another California trip.

 

[Krondor]

The hardtop is back on the Jeep.

Did I mention that the Bestop Sunrider is one of the best modifications? Still loving this thing as it makes the hardtop as easy as a soft-tops for easy access to the outside.

Now I will be gutting the interior to add a bit of damping. Still need a sub amp and sub for a 2 door "MBQuart!"

 

[Krondor]

Sound Damping

I had some leftover material from my Subaru days, and it was finally time to add it to the Jeep.

The carpet was easy to pull out with the tabs. Now cleaning them? Well that will take a bit more time. Tomorrow.

First, gotta pull everything out and that includes the side panels. Such a pain!

Okay seriously, what the hell kind of tabs are these?? FFS

Finally got the panels out though.

After a bunch of cleaning, I added a bit more damping to the sub box and it's looking good.

Might just have to get the amp and go for a better sub later. Or maybe ditch the sub entirely so I can use this cubby for storage?

Not enough material to do a complete cover, but you only really need to cover the larger patches of sheet metal. This should do just fine.

Only had a little bit for the front foot wells, so I covered the tunnel a bit more. The factory damping will have to do for the rest.

I'll finish cleaning the carpets and put them in tomorrow.

 

[blnewt]

Gary,
Caught this thread in bits here & there, finally went back and read the entire epic volume of work!

Just love everything you've done, and it's a 2dr FTW! Just so many great adventures documented w/ superb photography and details. Looks like quite the full life you're living and thanks for taking us along for the ride, even your dog is awesome!

Keep up the great work, and I'll keep watching on a regular basis so I don't have 31 pages again to revisit, lol.

 

[Krondor]

Gary,
Caught this thread in bits here & there, finally went back and read the entire epic volume of work!

Just love everything you've done, and it's a 2dr FTW! Just so many great adventures documented w/ superb photography and details. Looks like quite the full life you're living and thanks for taking us along for the ride, even your dog is awesome!

Keep up the great work, and I'll keep watching on a regular basis so I don't have 31 pages again to revisit, lol.

Loki really is awesome!

Thank you for the kind words. I do enjoy getting out and the Jeep enables so much more exploring. With luck, there will be plenty more to come.

 

[Krondor]

Winch Repair

The bubbling started despite being garage kept and always cleaned.

When it finally started flaking, I decided to to pull the winch and paint it as best I could. Warn confirmed that it was still under warranty, but that paint isn't covered. They did send new stickers though.

Cleanup took some time, but I finally got to use the Dremel to get into the nooks and crannies.

Several layers of truck bed liner paint later, and it looks fairly close to the OEM bumper coating.

I also took this time to pull the grill apart for some plastidip. That way if I don't like it, I can just peal it off.

Not bad, IMHO.

I'll let the paint cure for a few days before putting the Warn sticker on the front. Then it'll sit in the basement until Spring. Might as well avoid the winter's salt. I don't care to wheel in snow, so it will not be needed.

 

[blnewt]

Winch Repair

The bubbling started despite being garage kept and always cleaned.

When it finally started flaking, I decided to to pull the winch and paint it as best I could. Warn confirmed that it was still under warranty, but that paint isn't covered. They did send new stickers though.

Cleanup took some time, but I finally got to use the Dremel to get into the nooks and crannies.

Several layers of truck bed liner paint later, and it looks fairly close to the OEM bumper coating.

I also took this time to pull the grill apart for some plastidip. That way if I don't like it, I can just peal it off.

Not bad, IMHO.

I'll let the paint cure for a few days before putting the Warn sticker on the front. Then it'll sit in the basement until Spring. Might as well avoid the winter's salt. I don't care to wheel in snow, so it will not be needed.

Like the rest of your build, great attention to detail!

 

[Krondor]

I did work on the Jeep yesterday.

Installed the MetalCloak rear differential skid plate, finally.

And, put the bull bar back on. No air damn (Mopar 6BU43RXFAB front bumper closeout panel), leaves a good gap between the bumper and grill though. Should not have hacked up mine and then thrown it away. Figures.

 

[jlopes68]

I did work on the Jeep yesterday.

Installed the MetalCloak rear differential skid plate, finally.

And, put the bull bar back on. No air damn (Mopar 6BU43RXFAB front bumper closeout panel), leaves a good gap between the bumper and grill though. Should not have hacked up mine and then thrown it away. Figures.

Oh my, if you ever saw my rear diff

 

[Krondor]

Oh my, if you ever saw my rear diff

Hey John!

Never had any issues though?

Not sure why I felt the need for a diaper, just figured that would be the place that scrapes the most. Already had a couple dragging it down a few rocks.

How's the duo these days?

 

[jlopes68]

Hey John!

Never had any issues though?

Not sure why I felt the need for a diaper, just figured that would be the place that scrapes the most. Already had a couple dragging it down a few rocks.

How's the duo these days?

My bottom has rubbed off enough to see that screws threads we have been busy with work life, everyone wants everything done yesterday very lil time for camping, filming or editing.

 

[Krondor]

Finished up the winch repair and decided to reinstall it and buy a cover (on it's way).

I took the time to spray the tow hooks Punk'n as well for a finishing touch.

 

[Krondor]

Oh man I regret missing KOH this year. Watching online isn't the same.

The winds of change have kept a few adventures on standby, but I'm still looking forward to getting out there this year.

Driving the Jeep after 4 years hasn't gotten any older. Still love to fire her up and head out to the mountains. Went hiking today and loved the time with my wife and doggo.

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