Yokohama GEOLANDAR XMT – Snow Update
Normally we don’t run a second review on a tire so close to the last one, we also didn’t expect to get snow right after publishing it either.
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Yokohama GEOLANDAR XMT On-Road Review
Yokohama keeps pushing the limits of tire design with each new tire they introduce. It’s been really interesting testing different brands and styles over the last year and this tire once again offers excellent performance with few compromises.
Update – M101A2 Mods, Issues, and More
We have had the M101A2 trailer for a while now and I thought it was a good time for an update.
Campfire Recipes: Cast Iron One Pot Breakfast
Cast iron cookware is my favorite way to make food. Nothing imparts flavor and even heating like cast iron. The downside to cast iron is that it weighs a ton so how do you compensate?
General Grabber ATX – Mileage and Performance Update
When I sold tires in the late 90’s General Tire made these super inexpensive rubber band tires that we sold at Montgomery Ward’s for about $20. I would not have thought 20 years later that they would build some of the best off-road tires I have tested, and yet here we are.
Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 All Terrain Tires On Road Review
With the advent of mud terrain tires that incorporate many of the features that used to differentiate them from their all-terrain brethren, is there a reason to buy all-terrain tires anymore?
Review – LT Wright Knives Overland Machete
I have had the L.T. Wright Overland Machete for quite a few months now and it has become my go-to tool for camping.
Introducing the M101A2 4WAAM Trailer
I have never been a fan of strapping a rooftop tent to my vehicle. While they can be eminently convenient a rooftop tent really limits your mobility. When your base camp is your rescue vehicle, your adventure vehicle, and now it’s completely stationary until you pack everything up. M101A2 History
Campfire Recipes – Dutch Oven Coca-Cola Chicken
Cooking with soda is a simple way to add a lot of ingredients using one item. Combined of water, sugars, and coloring, soda is used to make barbecue, glazes, sauces, and more. Today’s recipe uses it to make delicious Dutch Oven chicken over the campfire.
General Grabber ATX – On Road and Snow Review
Mother Nature is a fickle mistress but sometimes her random weather patterns really help a fellow out. That was the case on the first day of spring when she left 6 inches of snow on the ground. I was able to get some tire testing done in the snow with our General Grabber ATX.
Review – Treadwright Axiom All Terrain Tires
It’s a brand new year and we are definitely excited here at the 4WAAM offices. To kick off the new year here is a brand new tire review. Check out the Treadwright Axiom all-terrain tires.
Review – AEV Tire Carrier and Fuel Caddy
Tire carrier solutions for the JK seem to be a dime a dozen….. well, several thousand a dozen but you all know what I mean. There are a lot of options out there to decide from, each has their own selling points, and that leads to a lot of thinking on which will be best…
We Review the All New Yokohama Geolandar G003 MT
For the last 5000+ miles, I have been testing out a new set of Yokohama’s 37 x 12.5 R 17 Geolandar G003 M/Ts. I went through my normal routine of taking notes on several categories we always make sure to cover like install, road noise, overall performance, and other observations. I actually wrote the bulk of…
General Grabber X3 MT Off Road Review
Around the 4WAAM offices, we really like doing tire reviews. Comparing tread life, debating aesthetics, and arguing who makes the best tire has led to some pretty epic arguments. In the case of the General Grabber X3, the people are split on the red letters but we all agree on the performance.
Why We Prefer Rubber Joints Over Heim Joints!
Could this be one of the more controversial pieces we have ever published? We sure hope so. The concept that the lowly rubber joints would be the preferred choice over the mighty heim joint is blasphemous and possibly a commitable offense.
Campfire Recipes – Dutch Oven Bacon and Potato Soup
This requires more than just a dutch oven – but the final prep and finish rely on the tried and true bucket of awesomeness. Today’s recipe is a combination of natures two greatest foods. The humble potato, savior of nations, and bacon the world’s most versatile food.
Off Road Only – SwayLOC
Despite our best efforts to discuss the use of sway bars, and to help people understand how they can help you, they are still looked upon as witchcraft. Those who stay connected off-road are derided as imbeciles, noobs, and made to sit in the corner and color.
Campfire Recipes – Dutch Oven Glazed Meatloaf
If you are a follower of our recipe section you know we have an affinity for dutch oven recipes. This is another great recipe using a dutch oven to feed you, your friends, and even their friends. Sweet Glazed Dutch Oven Meatloaf This recipe will feed 4-6 people and can easily be super sized for those large…
My Suspension Prevented a Crash
During yesterday’s commute, on the lovely highways of Maryland, I was almost sideswiped by your typical inattentive, texting, get out of my way driver in a hurry to beat everyone to the next traffic light. Let me set the scenario for you. Early morning commute on Route 100, it’s still dark out, traffic is heavy…
On Road Review – General Grabber X3 MT
General Tire is a subsidiary of Continental Tire AG and has been making tires since 1915 when the company was founded by two Akron businessman William F. O’Neil, “W.O.” and his partner, Winfred E. Fouse. They immediately focused on premium replacement tires instead of O.E.M. tires, a focus that continues today.