Being new to the FJ, these round ups sound awesome and just my type of fun. But how many stock FJ's go to them and how well does the FJ do on these trails in stock configuration. I also have only all season road tires so I would imagine I need to save to get another set for off road. I go in the woods for hunting and fishing etc. But nothing as much fun as seen on this site. Any suggestions?
The stock FJ Cruiser is really capable. In terms of the ride being discused in THIS thread the stock FJ with stock tires (aired down) can complete just about everything Eglin can dish out at it. This is a sand area and big mudder tires actually stink in this stuff.
I believe it is fairly common, at least for rides organized on this site, to cater to a wide range of experience and build levels. There will be things to challenge and build confidence in the newbie with a stock rig, and a few places where the crawler guys will feel a bit more at home (sans actual rock, this IS Florida after all).
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2008 AT 4x4 Voodoo Blue FJ with not enough trail pin-striping
Being new to the FJ, these round ups sound awesome and just my type of fun. But how many stock FJ's go to them and how well does the FJ do on these trails in stock configuration. I also have only all season road tires so I would imagine I need to save to get another set for off road. I go in the woods for hunting and fishing etc. But nothing as much fun as seen on this site. Any suggestions?
Ironwings
07 FJ, Blk Chry, AT, 4x4, KC lights,roof rack,side steps, center console,sub woof, option e, etc.etc.
in total agreement with basher. i took my stock fj to harlan, and this was my first time, and this thing just blew me away. i had no idea of just what i was driving. it really just goes and goes. with no problems at all. the only reason i really installed a lif was for more ground clearance and to add larger tires. so to shorten it up take it offroad stock and it will amaze you..
Thanks for the info that was great and very useful, you have to like this site. Looking forward to trying it out in something more aggressive. I fly once a month on average overseas and that is where I am now, so I won't make it. But with enough notice I can take leave and make it to one of these hopefully in the future. Appreciate it.
Ironwings45
07 FJ, Blk Chry, AT, 4x4, KC lights,roof rack,side steps, center console,sub woof, option e, etc.etc.
Also finalized the reservations with McGuires in Pensacola for the Meet and Greet. Just mention you are with "FJ Cruisers" (sorry Duc Hunter )to the receptionist and she'll get you where you need to be.
That is ok Apex, I am happy to slum it with my younger, cheaper brethren!
Some how I am bringing to feel like a long tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs!
but thats ok it happens to all of us.. just wait and if your lucky enough you will see what i mean.. just ask landcruiser steve. i think he is the oldest
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Um, no. When I said "I am happy to slum it with my younger, cheaper brethren!" I was referring to my 4Runner being created before your FJC's were a twinkle in Pappa Toyota's eyes, and that mine is a 2004, older than any FJC, and that FJC's are much cheaper (less expensive for you old folks out there) than a 4Runner. But.........now that I see how you read my post maybe you are old?
Um, no. When I said "I am happy to slum it with my younger, cheaper brethren!" I was referring to my 4Runner being created before your FJC's were a twinkle in Pappa Toyota's eyes, and that mine is a 2004, older than any FJC, and that FJC's are much cheaper (less expensive for you old folks out there) than a 4Runner. But.........now that I see how you read my post maybe you are old?
looking forward to checking out your rig Duc Hunter..speak up i couldn't hear you lol! should be a great time...
Funny the 4runner was my second choice. since when i came home with the fj i went after a Tundra.
I am bringing a 1/2 Weimaraner- 1/2 Chocolate Lab (Angus, my dog) and his girlfriend, a full Weimaraner (Zoe, my girls dog). Apexbasher has met them before.
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Australian Cattle Dog. She's a cutie, but she can be a handful at times.
Sounds like fun...do your dogs enjoy wheeling? My pooch doenst care much for crawlin but he loves the companionship--especially if the kids are there. He will sit on fire if thats what he had to do to be by my son. Depending on if we are going to stay for the Sunday run, we will be brining him. He usually goes on all wheeling trips but since this one is local he could stay home. He looks tough but hes doesnt have an ounce of aggression.
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This is a sand area and big mudder tires actually stink in this stuff.
Im looking forward to sinking!! With a little momentum, a light throttle, and lots of btm im hoping not to dig in too bad. Im sure there will be times i wish i put my ats on though, but i hope its not the WHOLE time.
for the Meet and Greet. Just mention you are with "FJ Cruisers" (sorry Duc Hunter 
)to the receptionist and she'll get you where you need to be.
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