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Bedliner Removal
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Bedliner Removal

Verne Simons April 25, 2019

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Bedliner Removal
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Bedliner Removal

Verne Simons April 25, 2019

We attack some worn out ugly old bedliner in our 1969 Bronco so we can make repairs to the tub.... » Read More

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New Headlights for Our Old Truck
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New Headlights for Our Old Truck

Verne Simons April 22, 2019

We add some new replacement headlights from RockAuto to our aging diesel tow rig.... » Read More

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Fender Trimming Tips and Tricks
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Fender Trimming Tips and Tricks

Verne Simons April 19, 2019

We go over a few tips and tricks to help you trim fenders for larger tires.... » Read More

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Fixing CJ-7 Steering
Transmission & Drivetrain

Fixing CJ-7 Steering

Trenton McGee April 18, 2019

Despite new steering linkage and tie-rod ends, we wanted to improve the steering on our Jeep... » Read More

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Replacing Sheetmetal
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Replacing Sheetmetal

Verne Simons April 18, 2019

We show you the ins and outs of replacing several body panels on our 1969 Ford Bronco.... » Read More

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Driving the UACJ-6D 800 Miles to Moab With No Cooling Fan
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Driving the UACJ-6D 800 Miles to Moab With No Cooling Fan

Christian Hazel April 17, 2019

Procrastinators Rejoice: The Price of Last-Minute Mania.... » Read More

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Low Range Off Road Rock Sliders
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Low Range Off Road Rock Sliders

Verne Simons April 16, 2019

We install a set of Low Range Off Road’s Defiant Armor Rocker Mount Rock Sliders on our Suzuki... » Read More

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Painting Our Early Bronco
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Painting Our Early Bronco

Verne Simons April 16, 2019

We talk about some of the things we learned while painting our first 4x4.... » Read More

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Fixing a Dent Like a Pro
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Fixing a Dent Like a Pro

Trenton McGee April 12, 2019

Mending a sheetmetal boo-boo the right way.... » Read More

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Whoops! Ain’t Nobody Got Time for Flats!
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Whoops! Ain’t Nobody Got Time for Flats!

Harry Wagner April 12, 2019

Ain’t nobody got time for flats! Off Road Power Products changes out a tire in a hurry.... » Read More

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Upgrade the Interior of Your Wrangler in an Afternoon
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Upgrade the Interior of Your Wrangler in an Afternoon

Harry Wagner March 27, 2019

We added products to the interior of our Wrangler to make it more functional in one afternoon.... » Read More

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Bumpstop Tuning
Suspension & Brakes

Bumpstop Tuning

Verne Simons March 21, 2019

We show how to measure for and build bumpstops that will prevent damage to the shocks and other... » Read More

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Budget Tips & Tricks
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Budget Tips & Tricks

4 Wheel & Off-Road Staff March 20, 2019

We run down our 45 ways to save a penny…or 50 cents anyways. 4x4 building hacks.... » Read More

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Nuts & Bolts: Under Pressure
How-to Tech Q&A

Nuts & Bolts: Under Pressure

Trenton McGee March 20, 2019

Readers ask our resident tech expert their questions and seek good advice for four-wheeling.... » Read More

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Rebuilding Factory Axles on an M1028 Military Truck
Transmission & Drivetrain

Rebuilding Factory Axles on an M1028 Military Truck

Evan Perkins March 20, 2019

We dive into our factory Dana 60/14-bolt axle combo for a refresh and a re-gear.... » Read More

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Nuts & Bolts: Another Leaky Axle
How-to Tech Q&A

Nuts & Bolts: Another Leaky Axle

Trenton McGee March 19, 2019

Readers ask our resident tech expert their questions and seek good advice for four-wheeling.... » Read More

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Warn Is the Official Winch of Ultimate Adventure 2018
Ultimate Adventure 2018

Warn Is the Official Winch of Ultimate Adventure 2018

Harry Wagner March 19, 2019

Warn Is the Official Winch of Ultimate Adventure 2018.... » Read More

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Project 4x4s Are Getting Stupid-Expensive
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Project 4x4s Are Getting Stupid-Expensive

Christian Hazel March 18, 2019

Project 4x4s Are Getting Stupid-Expensive.... » Read More

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Rollcage Fabrication Tips, Tricks & Cost
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Rollcage Fabrication Tips, Tricks & Cost

Verne Simons March 18, 2019

What it takes to build a rollcage in a trail rig and compare costs of buying tools to build it... » Read More

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Off Road Design is the Official Transfer Case of Ultimate Adventure 2018
Ultimate Adventure 2018

Off Road Design is the Official Transfer Case of Ultimate Adventure 2018

Harry Wagner March 18, 2019

Off Road Design is the Official Transfer Case of Ultimate Adventure 2018.... » Read More

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About 4 Wheel & Off Road

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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