So you say you want to join the Rat Pack eh?
First of all, you must have the obvious, a four wheel drive vehicle..........haha
Seriously though, the following are the requirements for the Club and your rig:
- All members must own a four-wheel drive vehicle which is street legal and capable of cruising at a speed of 55 miles per hour.
- All members must have a valid drivers license and be at least 18 years of age.
- All members must carry personal PL and PD insurance.
- A prospective new member is to be sponsored by an active member of the Rat Pack.
- All prospective new members shall:
- Obtain and complete a membership application.
- Have their vehicle safety-inspected before joining.
- Attend three organized day rides and one over-nighter in their own vehicle.
- All vehicles must be maintained to conform to highway safety standards, as well as meet the minimum requirements listed below:
- Roll bar or full cage or factory hard top
- Functional Parking brake or Mico-Lock
- Tow strap or rope. (recommend rated at 2 times the vehicle weight).
- First aid kit (what do you want when you are hurt?)
- Jack capable of lifting the vehicle and a tool capable of removing lug nuts (don't forget your wheel locks)
- Spare tire equal to or within 3 inches of existing tires on the vehicle. (no temporary spares).
- Fire extinguisher with gauge indicating good/full, appropriately stored.
- Seat belts for all passengers.
- Antennas must not exceed 4'6" (except when longer antennas/whips are required by certain OHV areas).
- Adequate attachment points front and rear, i.e., tow hooks, receiver, etc. Tow balls are generally NOT recommended.
- Battery hold downs (no bungie cords)
Benefits of Belonging to California Association of 4 Wheel Drive Clubs Inc.
- As a member you receive a membership card, decals, and a dash plaque.
- You will receive our monthly publication, the IN GEAR. This contains information about club activities, legislation, events, trails and 4WD products.
- Eligibility to participate in all Association-sponsored events.
- The right to representation for voting on Association matters through either your Club, Individual or Associate member delegate.
- Special information "Alerts" on land use matters and related issues.
- Availability of our list of Associate Members (many of whom provide discounts to members)
- Access to our annual Club Directory.
- Access to the Association Video Library through the Sacramento office.
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Don Bleach
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