the 2500 mile trip begins, working on upgrades 2017 X3

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Wow what a crazy day! 203 miles. Even though you see the map above says 138 miles that is for the blue track. We did both red tracks and did a 30 extra credit loop to “ white pocket” the track to and from that place was like the best groomed quad track in Glamis with soft sand and high berms. That place was awesome
 

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The day started off fantastic. The lower left loop through Jacob’s lake was one of the best sxs tracks I have ever been on. Super groomed narrow roads through the trees. 3 of us were on it traveling very fast only 30 feet apart from each other like synchronized swimmers! Then got gas at Big Water. Then starts an 80 mile loop with no stops in the boonies. Another awesome track but our clear skies started looking ominous. With 30 miles to go and no bails we started seeing lightning and thunder. Huge thunder. Monsoons came in and started dumping on us. Roads got super slippery. Went 45 deg at an instant going down a hill with drop offs. Scared the crsp out of me as I had to gas it and that barley help but came out ok. Some corners were so slippery that we would hit the outside wall of dirt in the turn snd it would literally guides us out of the corner. Couldn’t see. Mud flying everywhere. No way to clean face shield and glasses fast enough. The speed car behind me had even less visibility and radioed me to say if I go off a cliff so will he as he could only drive to me by might bright tail lights
 

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First main issue: after another guy washed his pro r. He took his key out and the car would not turn off. He then took his battery cable off and it would still not turn off….., what would you do? I’ll tell you what i did tomorrow because im tired and just got done with laundry!
 
John@Outfront said:
First main issue: after another guy washed his pro r. He took his key out and the car would not turn off. He then took his battery cable off and it would still not turn off….., what would you do? I’ll tell you what i did tomorrow because im tired and just got done with laundry!
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pinch a fuel line or plug off air to motor.
 
There was a main engine bulkhead connector by the left rear shock. That killed the engine but dash still was lit with connector disconnected and ignition switch unplugged. Turns out that there is a known problem the the ride command control module can get a wet connector and it can keep the main ignition relay on. The module is under the left front fender and takes a while to get to it., then the connector is in the front upper shock mount area. Pretty poor place. If you’re driving through lots of water crossings this connector can get soaked. Took it apart and blew it out. Fixed the problem
 
155 miles today. Great ride, got up to 11,500 elevation. last 30 min it poured rain like I have never seen. I was at 9000 feet and didn’t want to get out and put my rain coat on. Poor decision. Soaked from head to toe. The speed Diablo tore a rear inner cv joint. He had a spare and we switched it out at the hotel.
 
From our ride host about the ride tomorrow:

FYI: tomorrows route is great: Skyline Drive (often just called "the Skyline") in central Utah, it is one of the finest high-elevation backcountry drives in the western United States and a favorite among adventure motorcyclists, SxS riders, Jeep owners, and ATV enthusiasts.

Overview

Skyline Drive follows the crest of the Wasatch Plateau through the Manti–La Sal National Forest, stretching for more than 100 miles. Much of the route stays above 10,000 feet, with long sections riding directly along the mountain ridgeline.

What makes it special?
Spectacular 360-degree views across central Utah.
Long ridgelines where you can see valleys on both sides of the mountain.
Huge aspen groves that turn brilliant gold in the fall.
Alpine meadows filled with wildflowers during July and August.
Numerous small mountain lakes and excellent camping opportunities.
Frequent wildlife sightings including elk, deer, moose, hawks, and eagles.
The road

Skyline Drive is primarily a graded dirt and gravel road.

Conditions vary:
 
The daily is awesome. Look forward to seeing every day. Do you guys have a starlink or just getting lucky with service every day?
 
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