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Build a Bombproof 4L80E Manual Valvebody Transmission

John Cappa August 18, 2017

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Ultimate Adventure 2017, Part 2

Harry Wagner August 18, 2017

Part 2: North Into Utah Territory... » Read More

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NP205 Gearing Options From Offroad Design

Jay Kopycinski August 15, 2017

Offroad Design Helps Your Fullsize Rig Crawl... » Read More

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Ultimate Adventure 2017

Staff of Ultimate Adventure 2017

Harry Wagner August 15, 2017

All Work & No Play Makes Us Dull Boys... » Read More

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Ultimate Adventure 2017

Cronies of Ultimate Adventure 2017

Harry Wagner August 15, 2017

The Grease Monkeys That Keep the Wheels Turning... » Read More

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Ultimate Adventure 2017

Ultimate Adventure 2017, Part 1

Harry Wagner August 11, 2017

We cover more dirt miles than ever on Ultimate Adventure 2017.... » Read More

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Sponsors of Ultimate Adventure 2017

Harry Wagner August 11, 2017

The Companies That Make This Adventure the Ultimate.... » Read More

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All Things in Moderation

Christian Hazel August 2, 2017

Christian Hazel 4-Wheel & Off-Road editorial.... » Read More

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How-to Tech Q&A

Nuts & Bolts: Rust and Broken Nuts on TJ

Trenton McGee August 2, 2017

Readers ask for help with tech questions and advice.... » Read More

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Wheels & Tires

Does Adding Ballast to Tires Help Trail Performance?

Harry Wagner August 1, 2017

Adding Water to Your Tires.... » Read More

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1967 Scout 800: Best of Both Worlds

Brian Sumner August 1, 2017

Bringing a Scout 800 Into the Modern Age... » Read More

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Suspension & Brakes

Rough Country 2.5 Jeep Wrangler YJ Lift Review

Ali Mansour August 1, 2017

Adding New Life to a Seasoned Jeep Wrangler YJ... » Read More

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Bestop JK Element Door Review

Ali Mansour August 1, 2017

The Most Versatile JK Half-Doors You Can Buy.... » Read More

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Turbocharging the Suzuki Samurai 1.3L

Jay Kopycinski August 1, 2017

Zuks Off Road Turns Suzuki Hot Air Into Power.... » Read More

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Boondoggle Trail: Does Your Rig Have What It Takes to Get Through This Boulder-Strewn Canyon?

Harry Wagner July 27, 2017

Short & Sweet & Awfully Neat... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

Building a Stronger Suzuki Samurai Transfer Case

Jay Kopycinski July 27, 2017

Overbuilding a Samurai Transfer Case... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

Hydro Tap Toyota IFS Steering for More Power

Jay Kopycinski July 25, 2017

Tapping an IFS Power Steering Box... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

How to Make Your Tranny Live Behind Big Power

Harry Wagner July 25, 2017

Automatic Build Tips From BD Diesel... » Read More

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How-to Tech Q&A

Nuts & Bolts: Chevy Suburban Rear Lift

Trenton McGee July 25, 2017

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Whoops! New Year’s Ball Drop

Tom Morr July 25, 2017

A reader shares his four-wheeling mistake.... » Read More

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Originally created as a special interest publication by the editors of Hot Rod, Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road has grown into the largest 4x4 enthusiast brand in the world. Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2013, Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road has become the biggest title in the 4x4 world by leaving the chrome behind and focusing on hardcore 4-wheeling. From informative and comprehensive technical stories, to coverage of trails and events around the globe, to sharing the latest creations from our readers, 4-Wheel & Off-Road is a wealth of knowledge each and every month.

In addition to 4x4 of the Year and Ultimate Adventure -- the brand's signature annual events–the eminently knowledgeable and passionate editors of 4-Wheel & Off-Road also extensively cover other major gatherings of the 4x4 faithful, feature amazing vehicle builds, serve up technical how-to advice, and wrench on project vehicles. Technical editor Fred Williams is also the star of Dirt Every Day, a fun and informative 4x4-themed series featured on the Motor Trend YouTube channel.

Ultimate Adventure dates back to 2000 and is one of the most aptly named events around, and is at the top of every self-respecting wheelers bucket list. Each year Editor-in-Chief Rick Péwé hand picks a small group of lucky readers and takes them on the trip of a lifetime along with the staff and a group of sponsors. A new destination is chosen each year and kept as a closely guarded secret, but regardless of where they are on the map the week-long off-road journey covers over 1,000 miles of mud, rock, sand, trees, and asphalt while camping through several states. The motto for UA is “No Whining”, and everyone has to be entirely self-sufficient and no trailers are allowed.

First awarded in 1983, the 4x4 of the Year trophy goes to the best new 4x4-capable truck or SUV, with requirements including a two-speed, low-range-equipped transfer case, and with more than 2,500 vehicles produced each year and that we can crawl under the vehicle while the tires are still on the ground to weed out the cute UTEs. Qualifying vehicles are then judged against six criteria – ride & drive impressions, empirical data, mechanical figures, 4-wheeling attributes, interior quality, and exterior quality, with a heavy emphasis on the 4-wheeling attributes.

In short, 4-Wheel & Off-Road offers up a wealth of knowledge, experience and entertainment designed to engage the most passionate 4x4 enthusiasts, those new to the trails, and everyone in-between.

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