School of Rocks: Learning Proper 4×4 Techniques By: Jaime Hernandez, www.Off-Road.com
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Last time we talked about tires: why they are prone to punctures and other problems and the type of tools you should store in your 4WD vehicle ( No Need to get Spun Out over your Tires ). Now I’d like to discuss the more common tire-related problems you’re likely… Continue reading
SEMA was understandable smaller this year and I had a lot less time to spend at the show. (The company’s annual meeting required leaving Tuesday evening for North Dakota). Never the less, it was a good show and the off-road nation is still innovating. I enjoyed renewing old acquaintances and… Continue reading
One of the cardinal rules of our hobby is that you always ride in groups. Never go off road alone. The extra vehicle(s) can be used to transport you out in case of an emergency, and can also be used for recovery and towing, even provide spare parts in a… Continue reading
Four wheeling and camping are naturally somewhat rustic. You are, after all, away from home and all the creature comforts that surround you there. Even so, you can still add a touch of class and style to your trip in the form of a good bottle of wine. Wine? While… Continue reading
OK, so the title of this column is a little cheesy. We’re in the dog days of summer, and my thinking cap has been chewed by my neighbor’s dog. My suggestions are still good, so hang in there. Camping is very popular with four-wheelers, and with some quality camping time… Continue reading
Summer is almost here, and that means the really hot weather is just around the corner. Even though the hot season is literally an annual event, many people drop their guard and put themselves at great risk. No one is immune to these forces. In late April a border patrol… Continue reading
Laptop computers are almost as popular as cell phones. They’re so compact, you can take one just about anywhere. But off road? Do you really want a laptop in your vehicle while you’re bouncing around the mountains and sand dunes? Having a PC with you is no longer a luxury,… Continue reading
Last Saturday, while doing a routine vehicle check at an event, we discovered that all 4 valve stems were severely cracked around the bottom of each valve stem near the rim hole. I recommended the owner replace them as soon as possible and I recommend you check you valve stems… Continue reading
Remember the good old days when you could leave your bike outside overnight? Or your front door unlocked while you ran an errand? (Yes, I know I’m dating myself.) Sadly, those days are long gone. Theft is now a part of our lives. But we can minimize its occurrence. Four… Continue reading
As everyone knows, going through airport security today is a hassle. All your belongings are screened, and if the security guards still are not satisfied you’re legit, they’ll pull you aside and pat you down. (While all the other travelers are staring.) Yes, we need some level of screening. Unfortunate… Continue reading
These days we all need to find ways to reduce our expenses. The American the Beautiful Annual Pass does double duty to get you into all the National Parks and covers the Adventure Pass required in many Southern California National Forests. If you visit or wheel frequently on federal Lands… Continue reading
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