Did Santa forget your new Jeep? No worries, this beauty could be yours for the cost of a foofoo Frappuccino! If a fully decked Jeep was more than Santa could fit in his sleigh, the folks from the California Four Wheel Drive Association (Cal4Wheel) might have you in high cotton (or snow, sand, or mud) before the first day of spring. Carrying on a … [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...]
Africa Jeep JK Wrangler Build Progress
The build on my Africa-bound 2007 JKUR continues, with work well underway on the diesel swap. The engine I've chosen is a Mercedes OM606 3.0 Turbo Diesel, making around 245 ft-lb and 175 HP Using the injection pump from an earlier Mercedes engine, the 606 is completely mechanical. Out with the old: And in with the (almost) … [Read more...]
Pikes Peak Trailer Giveaway
Our friends at Jeepforum.com recently announced the launch of a new website and are celebrating by offering up a brand-new, JT-1 Trailer from Pikes Peak Trailers. … [Read more...]
A Day on Tour at Hi-Lift's Facility
We recently had the opportunity to tour the Hi-Lift factory in Bloomfield, Indiana. The Hi-lift jack company has been around for over 100 years and started out making jacks for the Model A cars. It has since evolved into one of the most recognized accessories seen in the off-highway aftermarket industry today. … [Read more...]
5 Must Have Accessories for Your Hi-Lift Jack
I don’t really know when I bought my first Hi-Lift Jack but it was at least 20 years ago. I gave my original Hi-Lift to a friend when I got my new Hi-Lift Extreme and it is still giving him good service which says something for their quality. … [Read more...]
Recommended Equipment for Overland Adventure
Below are suggestions for vehicle & personal gear while in the backcountry. This list is by no means complete, but they are the MINIMUM suggested items to consider when out on adventure. … [Read more...]
American Overland Expeditions Las Americas Expedition JK Wrangler
The American Overland Expeditions JK Wrangler was built and created by a team of professional explorers, with more than 15 years of experience, who share a common passion for overland travel to remote corners of the globe, seeking new adventures and challenges to broaden our horizons. … [Read more...]