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Jeep Wrangler 4xe vs Rubicon 392: Hybrid Efficiency or V8 Power for Off-Roading?

Jeep Wrangler 4xe vs. the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392It’s early morning at the trailhead. One Jeep rolls in almost silent—the Jeep Wrangler 4xe, creeping up in electric mode like it’s stalking the trail. A few minutes later, the calm gets shattered by the deep rumble of a V8—the Rubicon 392 [...]
Technical & Info

P-Metric Tire Sizes – P-Metric to Inches Conversion Chart

Offroaders.com Guide to P-Metric Tire Sizes, Conversion Chart and Tire Terminology – P-Metric to InchesThe following chart lists common p-metric tires sizes and the converted tread width and the actual tire height in inches. The values shown are calculated measurements based on the p-metric formula, which is explained below on [...]
Jeep JL Rubicon Projects

Installation: Mopar Tailgate Table for 18-19 Jeep Wrangler JL

One of the cool things about a Jeep is that its a mobile platform for enjoying the great outdoors. On nearly every trail ride I’ve ever been on, there have been stops along the ride to rest or check out some spectacular scenery or just break for lunch. After hours [...]
Jeep JL Rubicon Projects

Installing Rusty’s Front Track Bar Mount Brace on a JL Wrangler

Back in October of 2018, FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, the parent company of the Jeep brand) announced a massive recall on about 18,000 new Jeep JL Wrangler to inspect and repair bad welds on a supercritical part of the steering system, a mount that secures the track bar to the [...]
Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips

5 great, inexpensive upgrades for your Jeep JK

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 be) produced and sold to die-hard Jeep fans around the world. So many parts in [...]
Technical & Info

Differential Gear Ratio to Tire Size Guide

This page is a Differential Gear Ratio Chart for comparing tire size to axle gear ratio and the combined effect on power and fuel economy.About this Engine RPM / Tire Size chart:The following chart of Tire sizes and axle gear ratios are meant to give a general idea of the relationship [...]
Winch Tech

Winch Troubleshooting

The following page lists many common problems encountered with 12 volt 4×4 and ATV winches that are used in off-road recovery situations. With each condition several possible causes are listed along with possible solutions to get your winch working again. Also be sure to check out the Winch Maintenance article at [...]
Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

Great Jeeps aren’t bought, they’re built – Project Rubicon X

Photo Caption: This is my 2014 Rubicon X as it rolls right now. Time for Change… There’s an old saying that goes: Great Jeeps aren’t bought, they’re built. Evidence of this can be found at any Jeep event. Events like the All Breeds Jeep Show , the Bantam Heritage Jeep Festival or a Sunday [...]
Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips

Best thing since Super Glue

Super Glue has its roots in World War II (1939-1945). Scientists at Eastman Kodak were searching for a way to design better gun sights and stumbled upon the infuriating chemical concoction known as cyanoacrylates. Infuriating because when they tried it they found the chemicals stuck to everything! But then after slipping [...]
Driving & Recovery Techniques

ATV Winching Techniques And Safety – How to Winch an ATV

How to Use Your Winch – ATV and Recovery Winch Safety and TechniquesBy Jesse TaylorLearning how to winch out is an important off-road skill. If you’re a hardcore off-road enthusiast, no doubt you’re going to get stuck once in awhile. If you’ve got an ATV or recovery winch and know [...]
Driving & Recovery Techniques

How do I use a Recovery Strap?

The right recovery straps and how to use them can make the difference if you can pull your vehicle out safely or if you have to wait on a tow truck. A high-quality strap without hooks attached to it is the strap you want to use for getting a vehicle [...]
Driving & Recovery Techniques

Guide To Gearing Up For Offroad

From Basic Equipment to Well Equipped. The following links take you down to Checklists below.The Basic ListSafety and SurvivalBeyond the Basic Offroad ChecklistVehicle Recovery ItemsTools ChecklistVersatile ItemsFor the VehicleFor the Serious OffroaderBasic Camping / Extended Stay List 25 Tips to do before going OffroadBasic TipsAlways travel in groups of 2 or [...]
Technical & Info

Tire Terminology – Lots of Information about Tires

Offroaders.com Guide to Tire Terminology. Whether you are sizing up your next Mud Tire or buying new tires for your trailer, a guide to understanding the terms used in the tire industry will help you make an educated decision. This guide defines commonly used tire terms including tread and construction [...]
Technical & Info

Tire Tech 101: Wheel Terminology

Offroaders.com Guide to Wheel Terminology. This guide helps you understand the most commonly used terms related to wheels including wheel construction, wheel measurements, sizing, and spacing. Offset: The distance from the centerline of the wheel to the face of the mounting surface of the wheel that contacts the hub.Negative offset: Indicates [...]
Driving & Recovery Techniques

Winter Off-Road and On-Road Driving Tips, Techniques & Planning

On and Off Road Driving Tips GENERAL PRINCIPLES VEHICLE PREP AND MAINTENANCE ON-HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT OFF-HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT GENERAL PRINCIPLES Even if you never take your 4×4 off-road, you’ll be glad you have it when the snow falls and the roads get slippery. The extra traction you [...]
Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

Smart Door Stops Review – Jeep JK Installation

If 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 hold the door out from coming back at you or you’re hooking it under the door to stop it from smacking onto the [...]
Jeep CJ-7 Projects

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 I have invested in the [...]
Jeep CJ-7 Projects

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 very least it offers protection [...]
Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

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 is after years of wear [...]
Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

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 a single switch to control [...]

Automotive Restoration, Classic Cars, Auto Parts

February 26, 2016

This section categorizes Automotive Restoration, Classic Cars, Auto Parts, and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Automotive Restoration, Classic Cars and Auto Parts Vendors. If you have a […]

Virginia Beach Beast Monster Truck, circa 1987

Virginia Beach Beast Monster Truck Resurrection

August 8, 2016

Way back in the 1980’s when I just got my license, I was all into the offroad scene, especially the car crushing monster trucks that would make their rounds from fairground to fairground. One year, […]

3,000 Mile Oil Change Myth Explained

January 23, 2017

The 3,000 mile myth refers to a common belief that all cars should have their motor oil changed at least every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) to maintain their car engine correctly. Efforts are under way […]

Project Jeep CJ-7 Tub Restoration

March 22, 2017

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 […]

Project Jeep Rubicon X

September 25, 2015

Project Build of a Rubicon X Unlimited There’s no denying that the Jeep Rubicon is one of the most capable production vehicles ever to roll off the assembly line. Powered by the 285-horsepower producing Pentastar […]

Nokian Develops Worlds First Winter Tires with Retractable Studs, Hakkapeliitta Stud Tire

February 20, 2014

When the world hit the digital age, it seemed the number of gadgets being developed began growing exponentially. With smaller and more complex circuitry and mechanism, some of the gadgets coming out each year […]

4×4 Security and Storage

March 1, 2017

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

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

January 11, 2014

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 […]

Snatch Recovery — What is a Snatch Recovery?

February 20, 2016

A Snatch recovery is where a bogged vehicle is recovered by using a mobile vehicle to pull the stuck vehicle free.A Snatch recovery differs from a normal tow recovery because the line connecting the two […]

Maximus-3 Winch Mount Installation – Bumper Removal

by Offroaders Staff in Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

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 X is about to get a [...]

CJ Flipping the Tie Rod & Drag Link

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

June 21, 2017

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 reduces bump-steer, a side effect of [...]

Jeep CJ-7 AGR Steering Pump and Gear Install

AGR Power Steering Gearbox Install

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

April 10, 2017

Project Jeep CJ-7 Installation:AGR Saginaw Power Steering Gear AGR High Performance Pump This documentation is meant to assist you in your installation and provide a few recommendations. Be sure to READ and FOLLOW the manufacturer’s installation guide [...]

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Castor Correction

March 31, 2017

Project CJ-7 ~ Scout II Dana 44 Axles Swap onto a CJ-7 FrameCastor Adjustment OptionsThis option will not correct ZERO degree castor but will help fine tune castor and correct minor Camber problems as well.With [...]

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Project Jeep CJ-7

March 21, 2017

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 [...]

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Project CJ-7 gets a T-18A Borg-Warner Transmission

June 5, 2017

After doing some research I finally decided to look for a Borg-Warner T-18A manual transmission. Manual because that is what I prefer. The T-18A because of it’s 6.32:1 first gear and it’s heavy duty, cast [...]

Vendors

Navy Surplus Suppliers

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 [...]
Trailer & Towing

Trailer Hitches – Ideas On How To Choose The Right One

So you have decided you need a trailer hitch. Trailer hitches come in a variety of styles and sizes and are used for many different things. Knowing what you are going to be towing and [...]
Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Custom U-Bolt Plates with Skid Protection

Project Jeep CJ-7 U-Bolt Skid PlatesFabricating Custom U-Bolt Plates with Skid ProtectionWith the job of a Dana 44 axle swap to the project CJ-7, came the need for new u-bolt plates. Two things made stock [...]
Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

Great Jeeps aren’t bought, they’re built – Project Rubicon X

Photo Caption: This is my 2014 Rubicon X as it rolls right now. Time for Change… There’s an old saying that goes: Great Jeeps aren’t bought, they’re built. Evidence of this can be found at any Jeep [...]
Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

Review: Maximus-3 JK Modular Tire Carrier Sport Package

[metaslider id=6973]Maximus-3 Build Package Thoughts and Analysis.When we lifted Project Rubicon X and installed a full set of 35″ Mickey Thompson MTZ P3’s we had to do something about accommodating the new 35″ spare tire. [...]
Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips

Basic CB Radio Installation and Troubleshooting

There’s nothing more frustrating than being out on the trail and realizing that your CB is not performing very well. People in other nearby vehicles can barely make out what you are saying and incoming [...]
Dusty Trails Blog

Jeep Family Tree

The family tree of Jeep is more complicated than you might think. With a history dating back to the beginning of World War II, many twists and turns have occurred during the evolution of the [...]
Vendors

Diesel Performance Dealers

This section categorizes Diesel Performance Dealers and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Deisel Performance Dealers. If you have a favorite vendor you think should be listed, send [...]
Jeep CJ-7 Projects

BDS Suspension Lift

Project Jeep CJ-7 3 1/2″ BDS Suspension LiftAfter the Leaf Spring Mounting system was fabricated and installed, the next step was to install the new BDS 3.5″ Suspension, Jeep Wrangler YJ Leaf Springs. Wrangler YJ [...]
Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Project CJ-7 gets Armored Custom U-Bolt Plates

Fabricating Custom U-Bolt Plates with Skid Protection for Project Jeep CJ-7 With the job of a Dana 44 axle swap to the project CJ-7 came the need for new u-bolt plates. Two things made stock u-bolt [...]

Automotive Tools, Work Benches, Air Tools, Welding

March 2, 2017

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

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

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 […]