Our new-to-us 2018 Rubicon Recon JKU will spend a lot of time with the doors removed. The Jeep already has a Tuffy under seat security drawer on the drivers side, so it was a no-brainer to go back to Tuffy for their JKU center console security safe for some additional locking storage. To start, we took full advantage of the key-alike service … [Read more...]
ExtremeTerrain 2018 Jeep Wrangler JLU Build – New video
Jeep authority ExtremeTerrain (XT) unveiled another video in their ongoing “Customer Builds” YouTube series. The new episode shines a spotlight on a trail-ready 2018 Jeep Wrangler JLU with a 2-inch lift and 35-inch tires. Hosted by XT’s Merideth Evasew, the virtual interview delivers ideas and inspiration in a format that’s relaxed and informative. … [Read more...]
Recovery, Tools & Spares for 2 years in Africa
Dan Grec gives us a round-up of the stuff that he felt necessary to have along for his trip around Africa: recovery equipment, tools and spare parts sufficient to live out of his camperized JKU for two years! Recovery Equipment Given that I'm driving through some of the most remote places on Earth, alone, with only one vehicle, recovery equipment … [Read more...]
DIY Maxtrax on AEV Hi-Lift Mount
Carrying Maxtrax on a JK Wrangler can be a challenge. We need them to be easily accessible and outside so they don’t coat the interior in mud. Here’s how I mounted mine onto my AEV Rear Tire Carrier using the AEV Hi-Lift / Pull-Pal Mount. Essentially, they sit where the Pull-Pal would. NOTES: If you have a massive spare tire clearance … [Read more...]
New Jeep Junk
Here's a wrap-up of some of the newest Jeep parts to hit the market! MORE Roller Sun Shade for '07-'17 JKs Enjoy the sun without the worry! The roller shade retracts when you want to let the light in, then clips into place when you want to get some shade. Roller Shade Features: * Keep your seats cool when you hop into … [Read more...]
New Jeep Parts Friday Roundup
Jeep Parts We're going to bring a roundup of new Jeep parts we've heard about each week on Friday. Here's this week's new Jeep junk... X109-WRA Restyle Dash System Now Shipping from Alpine Electronics Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is now shipping the X109-WRA 9-inch Restyle dash system for 2011-up Jeep Wranglers. In addition to its … [Read more...]
DIY 4×4 Drinking Water Tank, Pump, Filtration and Treatment
Overland vehicles require a way to carry drinking water, preferably a minimum of 10 gallons, or more. Ideally, for International Overland Travel, they will also have a reliable way to filter and treat water to ensure purity and removal of bacteria when only water of questionable quality is available for refilling. I designed and built a custom … [Read more...]
Jeep Apple Siri Free Uconnect Upgrade
FCA Offers Jeep Apple Siri Eyes Free Feature to Nearly Two Million Vehicles Through Uconnect® Software Update Vehicle owners with properly equipped 2013-2015 Jeep® vehicles can now add Apple Siri Eyes Free capability to their vehicle’s Uconnect system Vehicle owners in the U.S. and Canada can download a complementary software update … [Read more...]
JK Transfer Case Cable Dropout Prevention
A helpful tip from editor Diane Zalman on how to ensure your Jeep JK transfer case cable doesn't drop out of its bracket on the trail, leaving you lying on your back in the mud, rock and/or dirt to shift your transfer case. In JK Wranglers (and '03-'06 Rubicon TJ/LJs), the NV241 or NV241OR transfer-case shift cable is held into place with a cheap … [Read more...]