dunefreak Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Weekend went great! We only had a few minor issues but got them all handled for the most part. Thursday morning we pulling into Dumont and it took forever to get down that wash-boarded road. It was bad. I pulled into camp and noticed my rear axle leaf spring snapped. Wonderful! Luckily Todd hadn't left town yet and he was able to bring me out a new leaf pack. Terry and I headed out for our first run. We took an easy cruise out around the back side to the North Pole to make sure our cars were ok before hitting the dunes. All was well. At the end of a nice, long run Terry's car popped a main fuse. I checked it out and it seemed to have a short but then went away. We put in his spare fuse and it was all good. We chose not to go on another run until more spare fuses showed up. Raspadoo was bring us some in the morning. It was fine the rest of the weekend so maybe it was just a fluke. Todd showed up that afternoon with my leaf spring and I changed it out with no issues the next morning when it was nice and cool. As the sun went down a very bright, full moon came up. Camp area was nice and empty! Looks like some people doing a photo shoot off in the distance. Home sweet home. Terry & I killed some Apple Pie moonshine around the campfire. raspadoo showed up Friday morning and the three of us went duning Eric's new Extreme. Very nice ride! Some duners passing by Terry was loving his new twin turbo LS setup. Look who's pulling wheelies now! Eric was nice enough to sit this wheelie session out so he could get some pics of me doing the same. Eric's Eco 2 Chillen at comp for a little bit After comp we split and I took off to watch the sunset and grab some photos. Chillen. Reflecting on a great day at D! Bright azz moon! That night we polished off the rest of the moonshine. Terry was feeling it the next morning. lol Friday morning my buddy Randy showed up with his brand new RZR XP1K. This thing was impressive. We went on a fairly fast-paced ride and he stayed up Terry's tail the entire time. Other than the really fast straight aways where we'd pull away, he was right there with us the whole time! I was impressed! We stopped for a couple action shots. (random duner) PUCKER moment! LOL It took it ok! I bailed around 1PM on Saturday to head back to Vegas and catch Monster Energy Cup. It was a great day- duning in the morning and SX at night! As you can see from the pics the dunes were nice; smooth, virgin sand in many areas. Hard to read in the middle of the day, but once they got some tracks they were easier to follow. There's still plenty of sharp razors and a few holes and witches eyes so be careful next weekend. Weather was very nice, slightly warm during the day probably in the low 80's but shorts and a t-shirt made it very comfortable. I only saw one BLM ranger in camp area cruising around when I was leaving on Saturday. I'm sure there will be plenty more next weekend. Overall the shakedown went well. My car is still spitting coolant when warm, but I don't think it's anything major. I think I just need a new, higher pressure cap. It never ran hot, it just fluctuated because of the low level. Terry's car seemed flawless. CBM did good in the install and he's happy with the new setup and power. Great duning, company and grub! Just how a dune trip should be. Until next time.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
702sandman Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Awesome time Pete ...looking foward to some great sand this year I'm down with a day trip anytime just let me know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Mike Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Freaking awesome. I wish I could have made this one. Looks like it was a blast. I sure hope the dunes groom themselves after the trenches you guys left Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireKracker Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Seen you guys out there on Friday, I only had a 4 hour window to get adjustments done so I was on a short leash. I spent more time on the pavement going to and from than I did in the sand...was worth every mile.... Next time I will make sure to drop by and say hey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspadoo Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Nice Pics and report as always Pete Would have NEVER guessed the final results of the Monster Energy Cup.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunefreak Posted October 21, 2013 Author Share Posted October 21, 2013 Seen you guys out there on Friday, I only had a 4 hour window to get adjustments done so I was on a short leash. I spent more time on the pavement going to and from than I did in the sand...was worth every mile.... Next time I will make sure to drop by and say hey. See I THOUGHT that was you! I even mentioned it to Terry, but I figured there was no way a friend would have just cruised on by us without stopping to say hi! LOL I hear ya though. Was Bud out there with you in his red car? I think he tried jumping in line with us but stopped and gave up. haha Nice Pics and report as always Pete Would have NEVER guessed the final results of the Monster Energy Cup.... Same here! Great races. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mineurbiz Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Awesome time Pete ...looking foward to some great sand this year I'm down with a day trip anytime just let me know XP looks Good Randy, cannot wait for Halloween! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanddunesaddict Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 damn looks like I missed an awesome trip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
702sandman Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 damn looks like I missed an awesome trip You going next week Bert ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanddunesaddict Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 (edited) no..actually Im trying to go to Buttercup/Glamis but its not easy missing 4 paychecks Edited October 21, 2013 by sanddunesaddict Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceisback Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 no..actually Im trying to go to Buttercup/Glamis but its not easy missing 4 paychecks Bert we'll be over at Wash 11. Going to have at a minimum a DS GSXR 1000 conversion, a DS805, a DS770, and DS730 or two. If you're taking the Sand Pig down there come on by for a cruise. Come on by anyway but if you're in the rail you probably wouldn't have fun in Glamis with a bunch of DS's. We'll keep an eye out for your big black beast while we're out and about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanddunesaddict Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 wont be up to Glamis till sunday...Ill be down in Buttercup Thursday till Saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sand chick Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Looks like a great weekend in the sand. Awesome pics and report as always! I do that exact same sunset thing. Take off and find a great place to watch it go down and reflect on the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireKracker Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 See I THOUGHT that was you! I even mentioned it to Terry, but I figured there was no way a friend would have just cruised on by us without stopping to say hi! LOL I hear ya though. Was Bud out there with you in his red car? I think he tried jumping in line with us but stopped and gave up. haha Same here! Great races. Yeah, sorry 'bout that, i hollered at you guys while I was broke down. I just figured you guys were + mach 1 so the sound of my voice wouldn't catcha....Ha.... Yeah, that was Bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunefreak Posted October 21, 2013 Author Share Posted October 21, 2013 Yeah, sorry 'bout that, i hollered at you guys while I was broke down. I just figured you guys were + mach 1 so the sound of my voice wouldn't catcha....Ha.... Yeah, that was Bud I never saw you stopped let alone heard you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwtdiesel Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 (edited) Awesome Pete! My red car wasn't ready by Sat and its still not ready!!! Should be finished up tomorrow... we keep finding things that need to be fixed or replaced. The previous owner really neglected it. BAD. The tan sand limo is ready and the trans John at RC trans built works great. Ill be out there this Fri Sat and Sun. Pete what motor do you have in your car? Awesome pics and awesome wheelies you guys! Edited October 22, 2013 by nwtdiesel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunefreak Posted October 22, 2013 Author Share Posted October 22, 2013 Thanks! It's a Honda 3.5 running about 7-10 psi of boost. It's too bad you couldn't make it out. It was a nice weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwtdiesel Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Thanks! It's a Honda 3.5 running about 7-10 psi of boost. It's too bad you couldn't make it out. It was a nice weekend. Yes I really wanted to make it! We will have several more months and weekends to do quick trips so its ok. Wow I bet that motor rips! Did you get any vids? I figured you would have vids up by now!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunefreak Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 No, I brought every GoPro accessory and mount that I owned but left the damn camera on my desk at home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwtdiesel Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 No, I brought every GoPro accessory and mount that I owned but left the damn camera on my desk at home! WTH!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegas style Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Here is a video of Pete from last year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwtdiesel Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 SIIICCCKKKKKKKKK Video Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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