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February 26, 2025

Jeep

How does the Jeep Wrangler 4xe compare to the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392

Jeep Wrangler 4xe vs. the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392If you’re torn between the Jeep Wrangler 392 and the Jeep Wrangler 4xe, and finding it challenging to strike a balance between fuel efficiency and environmental friendliness on one hand, and raw power and off-road prowess on [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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! [...]
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 [...]

20th Annual All Breeds Jeep Show Photos

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 […]

Jeeps Storm the York Fairgrounds

The threat of storms passing through the York area didn’t seem deter anyone from arriving early day-1 of the show. We pulled into the fairgrounds early Saturday morning amazed at how many Jeeps already occupied […]

Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival 2015

The fifth annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival was one for the record books with record attendance, record vendor turnout, record numbers of Jeeps in every event and even an official Guinness World Record for the […]

Butler Jeep Invasion 2015

Immediately following the Guinness World Record shattering Jeep Parade came the Butler Jeep Invasion of Downtown Butler PA. After a world record breaking 2420 Jeeps paraded through downtown Butler, Jeeps began parking along the stretch of […]

Bantam Heritage Jeep Festival Smashes Jeep Parade World Record

Back in December 2014 the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival announced their plans to recapture the Guinness World Record for the largest parade of Jeeps during the Festival’s upcoming 2015 event. The previous record of 1,846 […]

Bantam Jeep Festival Celebrates Bantam’s 75th Anniversary

Over the weekend of June 12th through 14th, the town of Butler, Pennsylvania will host their fifth annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival. Expected to draw thousands of Jeep fans from all over the country, the […]

Review: Maximus-3 JK Modular Tire Carrier Sport Package

by Offroaders Staff in Jeep JK Rubicon Projects

[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. [...]

BDS Suspension Lift

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

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 Axle Swap Custom Front Spring Hangers

Painting the Hangers

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Project Jeep CJ-7 Scout II Dana 44 Axles Swap onto a CJ-7 FrameFabricated Leaf Spring HangersInstalling the Front Leaf Springs HangersBelow is the whole set of hangers. Gussets have been welded in and all the holes [...]

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Making Lifted Shackles

Project Jeep CJ-7 – SuspensionMaking Shackles Turning a Mistake into New Tools! Shackles are one of those simple leaf sprung suspension components that can easily be upgraded to do a couple of things for a leaf [...]

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

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

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 [...]

Jeep CJ-7 Projects

Castor Correction

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 JK Rubicon Projects

How to Install the Maximus-3 JK Modular Tire Carrier

In this article, we will be replacing our factory Rubicon X spare tire carrier with the Maximus-3 JK Modular Tire Carrier Sport Package. The Maximus-3 JK Modular Tire Carrier Sport Package, Model: 0400-0300TC-SP, includes the [...]
Dusty Trails Blog

5 Reasons Off-Roaders Should Run Diesel Engines

For too many, the phrase ‘diesel engine’ conjures images of belching black smoke pouring from a shaky, clattery old rig. Those who know their fuel know that image is completely out of date. In fact, [...]
Vendors

Auto Body, Fiberglass Tubs, Replacement Body Parts

This section categorizes Auto Body, Fiberglass Tubs, Replacement Body Parts and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Auto Body, Fiberglass Tubs and Replacement Body Parts related retailers. If you [...]
Vendors

Automotive Clothes, Gear, Protective Clothing

This section categorizes many popular Automotive Clothes, Gear, Protective Clothing and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Automotive Clothes, Gear and Protective Clothing related retailers. If you have a [...]
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 [...]
Dusty Trails Blog

Jeep Wrangler Red Rock Responder

Jeep show events are fantastic place to checkout some of the greatest one-of-a-kind ideas and innovations in offroad. Whether the ideas are home brewed modifications or corporate sponsored prototype designs, it’s one of the things that makes a Jeep [...]
Vendors

Winches, Winch Accessories

This section categorizes many popular Winches, Winch Accessories and other 4×4, offroad and performance related vendors. Browse the links below to find Winches and Winch Accessories related retailers. If you have a favorite vendor you think [...]
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 [...]
Dusty Trails Blog

The Best Mobile Apps for Jeepers

Jeep vehicles dominate the aftermarket parts and accessories industry with all types of Jeep parts, from lift kits to soft tops to dog collars. What about the mobile phone industry, though? Sure, you need a [...]
Communications

CB Antenna Length – How does an antenna size affect my CB radio?

CB Antenna LengthHow does an antenna size affect my CB radio? If you put 4 watts into a four-foot antenna, you will get the same power out of that antenna as if you were putting [...]

Automotive Tools, Work Benches, Air Tools, Welding

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

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

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 […]