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[ March 24, 2014 ] 18th Annual All Breeds PA Jeep Show at the York Fairgrounds, York PA Jeep Shows
[ August 6, 2017 ] Project Jeep CJ-7 Specs & Mods Project Jeep CJ-7
[ August 5, 2017 ] Project Jeep CJ-7 – A frame up Restoration and Buildup – Introduction Project Jeep CJ-7
[ August 2, 2017 ] Skid Plate Protection For the Oil Pan! Project Jeep CJ-7
[ August 1, 2017 ] Fabricating an Armored Jeep Skid Plate Project Jeep CJ-7
[ August 1, 2017 ] T18A Clutch Fork Modifications Project Jeep CJ-7

Project Jeep CJ-7

Project Jeep CJ-7 – A frame up Restoration and Buildup – Introduction

A Budgeted Jeep CJ-7 Rebuild from Concept to Conception by Ralph Hassel My evolution of thought… It all started with a humbling realization a number of years ago. My current vehicle, a 92 Toyota pickup 4×4, does great offroad in most situations. As far as what [...]
Project Jeep CJ-7

Skid Plate Protection For the Oil Pan!

This relatively simply oil pan modification, though it’s being done on Project CJ-7, can be installed on almost ANY 4×4 with an exposed oil pan. Though it may be a rare event to poke a hole in your oil pan, it can happen. At the [...]
Project Jeep JK Rubicon X

Cure Floppy JK Doors with Smart Door Stops

Instantly save $10 below! Install & Review of the Star Fabricating Jeep JK Smart Door Stops for 07-17 Jeep® WranglerIf you’re a Jeep JK owner you know the technique. Sometimes when you open your door and you’re not getting out immediately, the foot goes down to [...]
Project Jeep JK Rubicon X

LED Lights Upgrade to Black Oak LED

If you’re like me and you’ve owned many offroad vehicles over the years, you’re probably equipped your latest offroader acquisition with hand-me-downs from the previous generation 4×4’s. For me I’m either trying to save money or make use of something removed from the trade-in. The problem [...]
Project Jeep JK Rubicon X

Black Oak LED Light Pods Install & Review

Installation of the Black Oak LED Pods was pretty easy and straight forward thanks to the wiring harness Black Oak included with the light Pods. Each Pod comes with a complete wiring harness which included a built-in fuse, relay, & switch. In our install we wanted [...]
Project Jeep CJ-7

Project Jeep CJ-7

A number of years ago, I got the Jeep bug. I even know when and where I was when the bug hit me. I preparing to build something for the offroad, maybe a Toyota FJ-40 or an early Toyota pickup with a solid front axle, maybe [...]
Readers Rigs

Mike Cool’s 450hp NOS Injected 1950 CJ3A

Mike Cool from Piketon Ohio sends in pictures of his sweet 1950 CJ3A. Mike has this to say about his CJ3A project.The Jeep had a rough life for some 8 years wheeling the local 4×4 haunts of southern Ohio and it was looking pretty rough [...]
Technical & Info

How does a Locker Work? The Locking Differential Explained:

A locking differential or locker is a variation on the standard automotive differential. A locking differential provides increased traction compared to a standard, or “open” differential by disallowing wheel speed differentiation between two wheels on the same axle under certain conditions.A locking differential is designed [...]
Technical & Info

Causes of an Overheating Engine

Top Twelve Things to Check When Diagnosing Overheating Problems … plus 4 more Bonus Tips! RADIATOR CAP, WATER/COOLANT LEVEL, RADIATOR HOSE, THERMOSTAT, FAN BELTS, WATER PUMP, FAN CLUTCH, FAN SHROUD …. read more below… 1. RADIATOR CAP:The cooling system of an engine is designed as [...]
Winch Tech

Winch Tech – Choosing a Winch that’s Right for You

Purchasing a winch can be a daunting task especially if you are on a budget. Considering the job of a winch, which is to recover your vehicle when you are sometimes miles for civilization, you must make an educated decision as to which winch [...]

PA Jeeps All Breeds Jeep Show 2014 Highlights

July 24, 2014 0

Photos from the 2014 All Breeds Jeep Show Did you miss it? This years All Breeds Jeep Show presented by PA Jeeps was July 19th and 20th of 2014! In it’s 19th year the All […]

17th Annual All Breeds PA Jeep Show in York PA presented by PA Jeeps

February 26, 2014 0

17th Annual All Breeds Jeep Show was held on July 21 & 22, 2012 at the York Fairgrounds in York, PA. A Jeep Exclusive Show-n-Shine / Trail Readiness Event with over 90 Trophies Awarded, and […]

20th Annual All Breeds Jeep Show Photos

July 23, 2015 0

On the next three pages you’ll find hundreds of photos from the 2015 All Breeds Jeep Show! The All Breeds Jeep Show, presented by PA Jeeps and held July 18 & 19th 2015 was bigger and […]

18th Annual All Breeds PA Jeep Show at the York Fairgrounds, York PA

March 24, 2014 0

Jeeps, Jeeps and More Jeeps … Each year for the past 18 seasons thousands of Jeeps descend upon the York Fairgrounds in York PA for the premiere Jeep Show on the east coast. With somewhere between […]

10th Annual All Breed Jeep Show, York PA

January 12, 2014 0

Possibly one of the largest Jeep Shows in the world, the PA Jeeps – All Breed Jeep Show has held its 10th annual event on July 23 & 24 of 2005 at the York […]

7th Annual All Breed Jeep Show in York – Presented PA Jeeps

January 11, 2014 0

Held in York PA this would be the 7th year of the All Breeds Jeep Show. This Jeep show / Jeep event is fast becoming the most popular Jeep Show and Shine in the […]

Installed on Project Rubicon X: Maximus-3 Winch Mount, Bumper Hoop, Hook Anchors & D-Ring Loops

by Offroaders Staff in Project Jeep JK Rubicon X 10

Installation and Review of the Maximus-3 Winch Mount, Bumper Hoop, Hook Anchors & D-Ring Loops The Mopar designed Rubicon X front bumper is a great foundation for a superb, strong and utilitarian styled factory front end. As part [...]

GrabBars Grab Handles Review for the Jeep JK Front and Rear

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March 17, 2014 0

If you’re looking for a high quality, super strong grab handles for your JK that will not require you to cut, drill or hack into your JK’s interior then take a look at the GraBars [...]

Top 5 Cheap, Practical Upgrades for your Jeep JK

Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips

March 8, 2017 0

Whether you’re into Jeeps or not, you have to admit the Jeep brand has generated one heck of an aftermarket over the past few decades. Almost any Jeep part or accessory imaginable has been (or will [...]

Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips

Off-Road Driving Info Sheet and FAQ

DEPARTMENT OF: Cheap Tricks & Useful Tips ...1 Why an ORDFAQ?2 Where to get it3 Lawyer Drivel4 Sharing the blame5 Future Plans6 What can you do to help?7 History8 Vehicle Familiarization9 Safety Check10 Safety Gear10.1 [...]
Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips

25 Essential Tips Before Venturing Offroad

Thinking about taking off on an off-road adventure? Whether you’re heading down an old logging trail or into the outback, preparation for the trip should start long before you set the navigation system to route you [...]
Project Jeep CJ-7

Project Jeep CJ-7 Tub Restoration

Project Jeep CJ-7 – Restoring the Jeep CJ-7 Tub – Part One Goals for the Jeep CJ-7 body: Rust Removal Repair of sheet metal Repair of body mounts Preparation for painting As the restoration begins it happened to start right about the time [...]
Trailer & Towing

Trailer Wiring Diagrams

The following page contains information about trailer to vehicle wiring diagrams including: 7 Wire Trailer Circuit, 6 Wire Trailer Circuit, 4 Wire Trailer Circuit and other trailer wiring diagrams. 7 Wire Circuit Trailer Wiring Diagram 6 Wire Circuit Trailer [...]
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Project Jeep JK Rubicon X

Cure Floppy JK Doors with Smart Door Stops

Instantly save $10 below! Install & Review of the Star Fabricating Jeep JK Smart Door Stops for 07-17 Jeep® WranglerIf you’re a Jeep JK owner you know the technique. Sometimes when you open your door and [...]
Project Jeep JK Rubicon X

Warn 9500i Winch Installation on Maximus-3 Winch Mount

First and foremost, this page details some steps to get our Warn HS9500i to fit onto our Rubicon X. Most winches are not as large or as wide as the Warn HS9500i. Your best bet [...]
Jeep Shows

PA Jeeps All Breeds Jeep Show 2014 Photo Gallery

2014 All Breeds Jeep Show Photos The following are some of the highlights from the show that caught our eye. Browse the pages of the photo album or view as a slide show. [...]
Driving & Recovery Techniques

Off-Road Driving Techniques & Safety

It’s important always to drive within your ability. There are times when in soft sand, like beaches and washes, speed needs to be moderate and flotation through mud and snow needs to be kept up, [...]
Trailer & Towing

Trailer Hitching System – True Hitch-Up Trailer Alignment System

NICHOLAS ENTERPRISES INTRODUCES – TRUE HITCH UP SYSTEMThe True Hitch Up trailer alignment system makes hitching up your vehicle to your trailer a one-person, one-time process – every time. Designed by Larry Nicholas, President of [...]

Automotive Tools, Work Benches, Air Tools, Welding

March 2, 2017 0

This section categorizes Automotive Tools, Work Benches, Air Tools, Welding and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Automotive Tools, Work Benches, Air Tools and Welding related retailers. If you have […]

Navy Surplus Suppliers

March 2, 2017 0

This section categorizes many popular Navy Surplus Suppliers and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Navy Surplus Supplier related retailers. If you have a favorite vendor you think should […]

Automotive Computer Chips

March 2, 2017 0

This section categorizes many popular Automotive Computer Chips and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Automotive Computer Chips related retailers. If you have a favorite vendor you think should be […]

Project Jeep CJ-7

CJ Flipping the Tie Rod & Drag Link

June 21, 2017 0

A Simple yet very effective method of protecting your tie rod from impact with rocks and things, is to raise the tie rod up. Raising the Drag link also [...]
Project Jeep JK Rubicon X

Maximus-3 Winch Mount Installation – Bumper Removal

November 22, 2016 3

Bumper Removal, Prep for Maximus-3 Winch Mount Installation In this article, we remove the factory Rubicon X bumper and prepare the frame for the Maximus-3 Winch Mount. Project Rubicon [...]
Vendors

Automotive Drive Train, Axles, Differentials, Rebuild Kits

March 1, 2017 0

This section categorizes many popular Automotive Drive Train, Axle, Differential, Rebuild Kit and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Automotive Drive Train, Axle, [...]
Latest in Offroad

GrabBars Grab Handles Review for the Jeep JK Front and Rear

March 17, 2014 0

If you’re looking for a high quality, super strong grab handles for your JK that will not require you to cut, drill or hack into your JK’s interior then [...]
Latest in Offroad

Rugged Routes Releases High Resolution Maps for Lowrance GPS Devices

January 8, 2017 0

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 8, 2017 .. Rugged Routes Allows Off-Road Enthusiasts to Explore Unmarked Areas, No Internet Connection, Cell Service or Pre-Planning Routes RequiredFontana, Calif. – Off-road enthusiasts want [...]
Jeep Shows

13th Annual All Breeds Jeep Show Presented by PA Jeeps

February 10, 2014 0

The PA Jeep All Breeds Jeep Show held annually in York PA is one of the largest Jeep show of it’s kind in the country. While attendance was down [...]
Mud Tire Reviews

Tire Size Guide – Does it Hit or Fit?

February 20, 2017 2

The data below is derived from research, readers rigs, feedback by readers and from direct experience with vehicles we’ve owned over the years. Not all possible 4×4 vehicles are [...]
Dusty Trails Blog

PA Jeeps All Breeds Jeep Show 2014

July 18, 2014 0

If Jeeps, Jeeps and more Jeeps are your thing, you won’t want to miss this years All Breeds Jeep Show presented by PA Jeeps! July 19th and 20th 2014 [...]
4x4 Clubs

Midwest US 4×4 Off Road Clubs Directory

December 5, 2016 1

The Midwest region includes: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. 4×4 Clubs are your best source for finding the best, legal places to 4-wheel and [...]

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