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Dirt Every Day Episode 27 Destroying a Motorhome to Build a Man Sized Go-Kart
Have you ever wanted to take a sledge hammer to an old motorhome and build a fullsize Go-Kart with a big block? Fred is doing just that in this new episode of Dirt Every Day!
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Readers’ Rides - May 2014
Suzuki Samurai, Jeep CJ, Chevy 2500, Ford Bronco and more!
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sponsored showcase
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2015 Jeep Renegade Revealed at Geneva Motor Show
The new Jeep Renegade is designed to capture the young market of mid-size SUV buyers, and it is aimed squarely at that demographic but is it worthy of wearing the iconic seven slat grille?
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2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel 72 Hour Tow Test
We recently spent a few days with a ’14 diesel Ram (the truck formerly known as Dodge) 1500 and ran through two tanks of fuel, and can honestly say we really liked this truck.
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Setting Up Your CB Radio - Communication Breakdown
Trail communication is key, whether your spotter is telling you where to put your tires or when you are trying to reach base camp to tell them you are upside-down.
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Building A Winch Bumper - Backyard Mil-Bumper
Over a long day of cutting, grinding, and welding we ended up with something that is strong and solid to hold a 10,000-pound winch and yet doesn’t seem too out of place on this G.I.-mobile.
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Engine-Driven Compressor - Belt Driven Blower
Extreme Outback Products’ ExtremeFlow compressor system is designed to mount on many of the current-model diesel engines and universal kits for whatever application you wish to make work.
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Whoops! Throw-Down - Our Annual Best Of Your Worst
The worst stucks and wheeling damage
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Running The Secret Canyon
The canyon is a relatively well known destination on public land. In fact, 82 percent of the land in Nevada is owned by the public and used for such activities as mining, ranching, and recreation.
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Reseating a Tire On The Trail - Fill ’Er Up!
Many of us run low tire pressure to create a better footprint of the tire and to improve traction. However, without beadlock rims the tires can come off during certain maneuvers.
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Steel Cable Or Synthetic Winch Rope?
Which is better: steel cable or synthetic rope? What is really better actually boils down to what is best for you and your situation.
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Recovery Product Roundup
Here’s a look at some newer recovery products. We also inserted a few old favorites. ARB Recovery Bumper, Bubba Rope Wild-ize, Bushranger X-Jack, and more.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler JK - The Missing Link
A JK Without The Creature Comforts
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See Spot Run - Trail Communication
If you have ever watched rollover videos on YouTube, you might have noticed some pretty spotty spotting. You know, where people outside the vehicle are waving their arms frantically and yelling.
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.]