BBrooksair1 6/2/01 7:26 AM |
BBrooksair2 6/2/01 7:27 AM |
groupphoto1 6/2/01 7:35 AM |
groupphoto2 6/2/01 7:37 AM |
groupphoto3 6/2/01 7:37 AM |
drivers1 6/2/01 7:51 AM |
drivers2 6/2/01 7:51 AM |
crowd1 6/2/01 7:56 AM |
SlickRock is a major section of sheer granite, made slick by a steady stream of water flowing from the top right and down through the center of the massive slab. This time, however, the rock was even slicker due to the rains and the mud carried on the tires of previous challengers. The trails to this point were particularly crowded and we had to make several adjustments along the trail as we met other vehicles going in the wrong :-) direction. Once we arrived at SlickRock, others ahead of us slowed our progress. Rather than accept the limits of their inadequate machines, many tried over and over again to gain the summit, only to finally relinquish to the winch. Our Early Broncos not only beat the rock, but did so in style! EB friend, Mike Ritchie's Jeep, did great! Lou Levy, my new ride for the day (Hey, thanks, man!), also cleared the summit with no major effort!
BBslick1 6/2/01 12:21 PM |
BBnewline 6/2/01 12:26 PM |
MRitchie1 6/2/01 12:53 PM |
ASoutter1 6/2/01 1:21 PM |
ASoutter2 6/2/01 1:23 PM |
RonBrian 6/2/01 1:39 PM |
LouLevy 6/2/01 1:43 PM |
Watch for more from Mike's Jeep! |
As we were making our way out of the Tellico ORV, in order to get back to the campground for the cookout and prizes, Alan Soutter indicated problems. The frame had cracked at the trackbar attachment and the inside section was also cracked. Thanks to Mike Ritchie's Premier Power Welder and on-board air, speedy trailside repairs were affected. What a wonderful opportunity to see it personally!
ASframe1 6/2/01 3:19 PM |
clean1 6/2/01 3:27 PM |
where2weld 6/2/01 3:30 PM |
MRweldsup 6/2/01 3:34 PM |
clean2 6/2/01 3:48 PM |
tackplate1 6/2/01 3:49 PM |
tackplate2 6/2/01 3:55 PM |
weld2 6/2/01 3:57 PM |
trackbar1 6/2/01 3:58 PM |
trackbar2 6/2/01 4:08 PM |
MRwelder1 6/2/01 3:21 PM |
WOW!
I got to have one of those! |
Well, we finally made it back to camp! We were starving and, fortunately for us, some had already made it back to camp and had the Ford-funded burgers, dogs, potato salad, chips, and drinks ready for us all! As soon as the organizers could grab a bite of supper, the prizes were displayed. Brian Keeler and others had secured many prizes -- Top Ten; Premium; and "Red Ticket" prizes were plentiful.
supperbyFord 6/2/01 7:55 PM |
prizes
displayed |
redprizes1 6/2/01 7:48 PM |
prizes2 6/2/01 7:48 PM |
premium1 6/2/01 7:49 PM |
premium2 6/2/01 7:49 PM |
topten1 6/2/01 7:49 PM |
topten2 6/2/01 7:49 PM |
toptentires 6/2/01 7:50 PM |
toptenbumper 6/2/01 7:52 PM |
certificates 6/2/01 7:53 PM |
seats 6/2/01 7:53 PM |
| prizes
inspected and plans made |
prizeinspect1 6/2/01 8:37 PM |
prizeinspect2 6/2/01 8:37 PM |
prizeinspect3 6/2/01 9:39 PM |
Of particular note were those prizes that were of such value that Brian had designated them as "The Top Ten Prizes". Brian has a list of the names of the winners, but my task was to take their pictures! :-) A fine time was had by all.
Duffwinner1 6/2/01 9:39 PM |
ticketschosen 6/2/01 10:30 PM |
prizeselect2 6/2/01 10:33 PM |
winch1winner 6/2/01 10:40 PM |
winch2winner 6/2/01 10:56 PM |
Duffhoops2 6/2/01 11:10 PM |
thanksFORD 6/2/01 11:13 PM |
ASoutterwins 6/2/01 11:14 PM |
bumperwinner 6/2/01 11:17 PM |
WHwinner 6/2/01 11:20 PM |
winner9 6/2/01 11:24 PM |
tirewinner 6/2/01 11:26 PM |
| We had a wonderful time and met lots of great folks. Our trip home
was uneventful and my 74 Bronco was quickly placed back into the body shop
for the completion of its restoration.
We are already making plans to return to Tellico next year and hope you will join us! |
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