Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
03-14-2006, 11:07 PM
#11
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
>Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would be
>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
dig Jeeps.
I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
though.
If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
Spring is just around the corner!
Thanks for the help guys.
Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would be
>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
dig Jeeps.
I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
though.
If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
Spring is just around the corner!
Thanks for the help guys.
03-14-2006, 11:07 PM
#12
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
>Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would be
>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
dig Jeeps.
I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
though.
If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
Spring is just around the corner!
Thanks for the help guys.
Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would be
>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
dig Jeeps.
I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
though.
If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
Spring is just around the corner!
Thanks for the help guys.
03-14-2006, 11:07 PM
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
>Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would be
>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
dig Jeeps.
I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
though.
If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
Spring is just around the corner!
Thanks for the help guys.
Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would be
>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
dig Jeeps.
I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
though.
If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
Spring is just around the corner!
Thanks for the help guys.
03-15-2006, 12:12 AM
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
JD-
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
03-15-2006, 12:12 AM
#15
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
JD-
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
03-15-2006, 12:12 AM
#16
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
JD-
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
03-15-2006, 12:12 AM
#17
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
JD-
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
Have you checked into getting a hi-lift jack? Incredibly cheap and
effective when properly used, easy to mount and store, either on the hood or
either bumper.
Carl
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
>
> Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
> else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
>
>>I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had a
>>problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
>>be
>>best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
>>BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
>
> Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
> now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
> goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
> dig Jeeps.
>
> I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
> anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
> sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
> though.
>
> If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
> receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
> idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
> tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
>
> Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
> lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
> over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
> Spring is just around the corner!
>
> Thanks for the help guys.
>
03-15-2006, 08:24 AM
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
Go to Harvey's on Friday night for the all you can eat seafood buffet.
Don't gamble more than you can afford to lose
Enjoy yourself.
Kate
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
: >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
:
: Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
: else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
:
: >I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had
a
: >problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
be
: >best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
: >BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
:
: Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
: now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
: goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
: dig Jeeps.
:
: I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
: anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
: sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
: though.
:
: If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
: receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
: idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
: tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
:
: Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
: lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
: over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
: Spring is just around the corner!
:
: Thanks for the help guys.
:
Don't gamble more than you can afford to lose
Enjoy yourself.
Kate
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
: >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
:
: Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
: else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
:
: >I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had
a
: >problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
be
: >best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
: >BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
:
: Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
: now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
: goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
: dig Jeeps.
:
: I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
: anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
: sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
: though.
:
: If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
: receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
: idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
: tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
:
: Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
: lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
: over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
: Spring is just around the corner!
:
: Thanks for the help guys.
:
03-15-2006, 08:24 AM
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
Go to Harvey's on Friday night for the all you can eat seafood buffet.
Don't gamble more than you can afford to lose
Enjoy yourself.
Kate
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
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: >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
:
: Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
: else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
:
: >I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had
a
: >problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
be
: >best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
: >BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
:
: Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
: now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
: goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
: dig Jeeps.
:
: I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
: anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
: sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
: though.
:
: If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
: receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
: idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
: tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
:
: Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
: lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
: over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
: Spring is just around the corner!
:
: Thanks for the help guys.
:
Don't gamble more than you can afford to lose
Enjoy yourself.
Kate
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
: >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
:
: Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
: else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
:
: >I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had
a
: >problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
be
: >best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
: >BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
:
: Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
: now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
: goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
: dig Jeeps.
:
: I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
: anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
: sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
: though.
:
: If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
: receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
: idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
: tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
:
: Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
: lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
: over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
: Spring is just around the corner!
:
: Thanks for the help guys.
:
03-15-2006, 08:24 AM
#20
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Re: Heading to Tahoe for 1st time - advice?
Go to Harvey's on Friday night for the all you can eat seafood buffet.
Don't gamble more than you can afford to lose
Enjoy yourself.
Kate
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
: >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
:
: Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
: else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
:
: >I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had
a
: >problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
be
: >best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
: >BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
:
: Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
: now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
: goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
: dig Jeeps.
:
: I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
: anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
: sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
: though.
:
: If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
: receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
: idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
: tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
:
: Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
: lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
: over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
: Spring is just around the corner!
:
: Thanks for the help guys.
:
Don't gamble more than you can afford to lose
Enjoy yourself.
Kate
"JD Adams" <JDAdams@Softcom.Net> wrote in message
news:1142395679.056104.315680@j52g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
: >Watch out for the brakes when in 4x4!
:
: Will do, Mike. Shouldn't have to brake going that slow, unless someone
: else's lack of control and common sense becomes a concern.
:
: >I have used a class 2 hitch to pull stuck Jeeps many times and never had
a
: >problem. If you can get a shackle in where the ball attaches, that would
be
: >best, otherwise, loop it around the hitch frame.
: >BTW.. how are you liking your Jeep over your (RIP) Mustang, JD?
:
: Very much. Jeeps don't go very fast, which keeps me out of trouble. I
: now know why Jeep doesn't have a racing team. The TJL's with all the
: goodies and hardtop are a LOT of fun, and I have found out that chicks
: dig Jeeps.
:
: I figure that in snow where traction is going to suck pretty badly
: anyway, a class II hitch should be enough, but just wanted to make
: sure. Not sure if I'd use it on a dry surface with good traction
: though.
:
: If I can find one, an elongated D-shackle placed through the hitch
: receiver where the ball mount pin normally goes might be an even better
: idea, provided I can find one that will fit tightly and is rated at 3
: tons or better. Time to hit OSH or Harbor Freight for that one.
:
: Still working on a HT lift. I'd use rachet straps, but they can only
: lift it a few inches before the rachets bind up. Looking to lift it
: over 2 feet up, so an electric winch will probably be the answer.
: Spring is just around the corner!
:
: Thanks for the help guys.
: