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Yokohama Tire has good news for drivers of crossovers, smaller SUVs and minivans who are looking for a tire with true all-season traction and handling
Posted inSuspension
Suspension Tech – TeraFlex Independent Rotation Bushings
There has always been a trade-off when using rubber bushings for dual-purpose off-road suspension. They offer excellent on-road driveability, vibration damping, and control. The trade-off has been the lack of flex compared to metal rod ends. Traditional rubber bushings do not rotate once tightened in place. They twist and offer resistance where a metal rod […]
Posted inTechnology
Inexpensive Replacement TPMS for Jeep Wrangler Owners
When buying new wheels it pays to have TPMS sensors. It wasn’t always affordable to get new ones.
Posted inHow To - Maintenance and More
Easy Tech Tip – Eliminate Tail Gate Noise
My Wrangler makes plenty of squeaks, pops, bangs, and whirring sounds that any new one can really get on my nerves.
Posted inAll-Purpose
Is the Gladiator a Sales Bust?
Sales of the new Jeep Gladiator are far below expectations. Why are Gladiator sales so far behind the mechanically similar Wrangler?
Posted inTechnology
Install and Setup – AEV ProCal SNAP
Pop quiz hotshot. What do you need to do after you put larger tires on your Jeep?
Posted inSuspension
The Gladiator Gets a Lift From Skyjacker!
When I was but a wee lad I had big dreams. I wanted a lifted truck on 33’s with a Skyjacker suspension under it.
Posted inExterior Upgrades - From the Mall to Moab
Install – Smittybilt Pivot HD JL Tire Carrier
A quick overview of the features and install of the Smittybilt HD Pivot tire carrier for the Jeep JL.
Posted inNews from the Automotive World
Maryland Looks for More Automotive Revenue – SB566
Proposed Senate bill requiring all vehicles over 5 years old to have a vehicle inspection.
Posted inNews from the Automotive World
Maryland Targets Older Vehicles With New Emissions Bill
A new bill making its way through the Maryland house seeks to reinstate emissions testing on such vehicles. Follow House Bill 1258 if you want to see more.
Posted inSuspension
What Does a Steering Stabilizer Do?
There are a lot of opinions on steering stabilizers. Some people swear they cure the dreaded death wobble, some don’t use one at all.
Posted inSuspension
Continued Front End Upgrades – Synergy Tie Rod
The continuing saga of our death wobble repair and replacement. I finally install the new tie-rod.
Posted inAll-Purpose
Has Jeep’s Rise in Popularity Killed the Jeep Wave?
Does more Jeeps on the road equal fewer Jeep waves? Hear our theory and then tell us yours.
Posted inNews from the Automotive World
Desert Rated – Hyperbole or high priced nothing burger?
Jeep announced a brand new version of its most popular vehicles. The all-new Desert Rated Mojave is an interesting blend of specifications and there is one feature I want on the Rubicon models.
Posted inPerformance
How Much Performance Was A Gear Swap Worth?
In the last article “Gear Swap – From Turtle to Faster Turtle” I broke down some of the “why” a gear swap makes sense.
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Posted inRecipes
Campfire Recipes: Foil Packed Salmon
Catch it yourself or buy it from the store a fresh fish filet cooked over the fire is an excellent meal.
Posted inAll-Purpose
Destination: Mountain View Cabin – West Virginia
I am convinced that West Virginia is my spiritual home.As soon as we cross that state line we both relax with a full-body sigh.
Posted inTire Reviews
Off-Road Review: Yokohama GEOLANDAR X-AT
One of the best all-around tires we have tested the Yokohama GEOLANDAR X-AT is more than just a jack of all trades.
Posted inRecipes
Campfire Recipes – Salsa Chicken
Sometimes simple is the best answer to making a meal. There are 3 ingredients in today’s recipe and a ton of flavor.
Posted inGeneral Reviews
Gear Swap – From Turtle to Faster Turtle Speed
We swap our gear ratio from 4.10 to 4.88 to gain back lost acceleration and overall performance.