This is THE BOOK that every buyer of a 4x4 should be given as soon as he takes possession of his new wheels. … [Read more...]
Jeep & Mopar Announce Release of New Camper Trailer
*Press release from Jeep/Mopar Jeep® and Mopar® are setting up camp for off-road enthusiasts. They will be the first in the industry to offer customers off-road camper trailers. … [Read more...]
Back Roads & Arching Vistas
Southeastern Utah is a gift for us all. The area has every thing an adventurer could ask for: Hiking, climbing, canyoneering, kayaking, mountain biking, and Jeep roads. The varied terrain includes snow-capped mountains, deep canyons, cedar forests, arid deserts, and miles of bedrock. … [Read more...]
What’s in a Swaybar?
Sway bar, anti-roll bar, torsion bar, torsion beam, torsion spring. All of these terms are interchangeable, simply meaning a bar that can “twist” without breaking. The varying terms can cause confusion and for whatever reason, they are each preferred by one application or another; off-highway applications use the term sway-bar, sports car … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Adventures
“It’s not easy being green,” sang Kermit the Frog. … [Read more...]
Cooper Discoverer STT Tires
Choosing the right tires for your rig can be a pretty overwhelming experience. With so many options available based on varying driving conditions, it’s tough to know the contenders from the pretenders. For me, having a premium tire that can tackle any terrain, wet or dry, is a must and that’s why I chose the Cooper Discoverer STT. … [Read more...]
Transylvania – The Land Beyond the Forest
Transylvania, a region in rural Romania in Central Europe, is for many people linked to and associated with the fictional Dracula figure out of the 19th century book by Bram Stoker. However, the meaning of the name, derived from the Latin “ultra silvam” or “exceedingly forested,” is much more representative for the true content and richness of this … [Read more...]
Good Driving Ethics Help Keep Trails Open for All
This is a good time to review the code of ethics that all conscientious drivers live by. Sometimes we become a bit complacent, and forget the fundamentals that have guided drivers for years. … [Read more...]
So, I Had a Talk With My Jeep – Project TJ
When Brooke told me she was pregnant, I considered this crazy thought for a long, stressful 24 hours: sell the TJ, cash out. Put the backseat in, give it a good wax job, and prepare to send it off with a college girl who likes it since it’s red and convertible. The horror. For a last hurrah I’d have to tell her, “Be sure to change the snorkel fluid … [Read more...]