2011 Easter Jeep Safari

[haven]

Here's a thread to talk about this year's Easter Jeep Safari. The dates are April 16 - 24 in Moab, Utah.

Chrysler has announced that they plan to show six concept Jeeps. They have released sketches of two Wranglers, but no photos yet.

It's about 675 miles from Amado AZ, home of the Overland Expo, to Moab, with lots of great country to explore along the way. Anyone going to Moab for the Jeep Safari this year?

 

[m(a)ce]

heres a link to the pork chop and renegade sketches btw.

I can't swing the real EJS - but I'll be heading to our 3rd annual alternative at Rausch Creek. Obviously not quite the same but still a good time. We're usually a good sized JK group but the Easter Eggs (aka FJs) have their annual run too. [/hijack]

 

[JPK]

I'll be going. I'm driving my JKU out and picking up my new tear drop trailer for the ride home. The builder will have it and another on display at the Arena.

Picking up my trailer is the excuse I'm using to take the time and make the trip.

My first run will be an AEV sponsored run on Monday the 18th.

JPK

 

[Dr. Jones]

I'll be there Tuesday through Sunday. I was hoping to have my popup finished by then, but it's looking very unlikely. That reminds me, I need to gather the pictures and post a build thread.

 

[Metcalf]

I will be there Thursday night thru Saturday noon.

 

[406to417]

Looking forward to see what Mopar underground comes out with it's going to be hard to keep topping themselves.

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Haven't missed one since 98', I'll be there for at least a day.

 

[RedRocker]

I'll be there all week, work PS Mesa and Gold Bar rim the first weekend, then it's off to the boonies all week.

 

[Warn Industries]

Warn Industries will be there the entire week. We will have a booth in the arena Thursday and Friday. Jessi Combs (Pirate 4x4 TV, formerly from the TV show Xtreme 4x4) will be in the booth signing posters, too. Be sure to stop by, check out the latest new stuff, and say hi!

- Andy

 

[upcruiser]

I will be there over part of those dates. Not sure how long I can stand the crowds though.

 

[Explore]

will be there all week, cant wait to se the new concepts...

 

[406to417]

Jeep is going to show off its truck at Moab this year. Basically a Brute kit for the JK .....more like just a half cab. My dreams of just going to the lot and buying a jeep truck have been crushed.

 

[haven]

as foresakenfuture predicted: Photos of the JK-8 Independence concept vehicle are now available.

The Independence is a kit that will be sold by Mopar Performance. The project starts with your Wrangler JK-Unlimited. The kit adds new rear fenders, the pickup bed, and a new top. The concept vehicle also has 37 inch tall tires, a new suspension and off-road bumpers, all from the Mopar parts list.

Maybe this is why AEV-Conversions has not released a Brute kit for the JK series.

I'm sure we'll learn more about the blue vehicle in the background of the photo later today!

Update: Pickuptrucks.com is reporting that there will be two versions of the pickup kit: One that bolts on using factory mounting points, and one that is welded in place. The truck in the photo is welded.

 

[406to417]

I think the blue one is called Blue Crush and is a King of the Hammers style vehicle.

 

[Topgun514]

Hey guys, what is the plan for people if the Gov. Shutdown stays in effect that long. No Nat'l Parks, or BLM land will be allowed on?