Technical & Info
What are Sipes in a tire?
Sipes are the small slots that are cut or molded into a tire tread surface. These slots are meant to aid in increasing traction in snow, ice, mud, and wet road surfaces. The name of […]
Month: February 2018
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 […]
Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips
Another Cool Use For Hard Drive Magnets
Here’s another tip from the Hard Drive Magnet Guy on how to make clever use of those Super Strong magnets found in every old hard drive. Inside every hard drive is an extremely strong, nickel […]
Mud Tire Reviews
What is a Mud Terrain Tire?
Mud Tires – MUD TIRES or MT are as you might have gathered from the name, designed to perform most specifically in the mud. But when you look at the tread design of many mud […]
Mud Tire Reviews
All Terrain AT & Mud Terrain MT Tire Buyers Guide
Traction and clearance are the primary factors to consider when going off-road. One of the first few things off-road enthusiasts will do to a newly acquired 4×4 is to make modifications to it in order […]
Mud Tire Reviews
What is an All Terrain Tire?
All Terrains – All Terrain tires or “AT” are a compromise between the standard street tire and the more aggressive design of the Mud Terrain tire. All Terrains are an attempt to offer good performance […]
Cheap Tricks and Useful Tips
Hard Drive Magnets on Your Oil Filter
Using a Hard Drive Magnet on your Oil FilterIt’s a fact that as your engine runs, tiny metallic particles along with the soot from the combustion process become suspended in your circulating oil. That’s the […]
Driving & Recovery Techniques
A Basic Winching Guide for ATV and General Recovery Winch Safety
The Importance of Safe Winching TechniquesAny fearless offroader knows that the day will come when the mud and rocks conquer your quad, leaving you good and stuck. If you enjoy putting your quad or truck […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]