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Snow Wheeling

I wonder how different it is to wheel in the snow on the trails, than it is to drive on the roads in that white stuff? I grew up driving in the snow in North Dakota. Winter driving offers a set of unique challenges. Driving on the icy, snow filled streets is a lot different then wheeling in the snow out on the trails. Or is it? I have only been on the trails in the snow one time. It was bitterly...

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Prepped For The Trails

This weekend is the 4th annual Women’s Wheeling event at Rausch Creek Off Road Park in Pennsylvania. I can’t wait for this awesome event. I have been wheeling at Rausch Creek many, many times, and before every wheeling trip I make sure I am well prepared. That means pulling out my checklist and gathering all my needed gear. Top Essentials for the Off-Roading Trails -- September 2015This includes...

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Jeep Wrangler Grille Removal

Just recently I added new LED headlights to my Jeep Wrangler. To install the headlights I had to remove the grille on my Rubicon, which I found to be a very easy process. At the beginning of my headlight install video I explain this simple process. I thought I would also share it hear on my blog because, since the install video, I have learned it can get much simpler. STEP 1 -Remove the six...

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New LED's vs Stock JKU Headlights

A couple of weekends ago, I was finally able to install my new Auxbeam LED headlights. It was a pretty quick and easy install.Auxbeam 7" 60W Round Hi-Lo Beam Headlights with Atmosphere Function  Jeep Momma Install Video Click HereWow!!  What a difference they make!Now, I just need to make sure they are adjusted properly. Improperly adjusted headlights can make driving difficult and potentially...

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chalk test

Now that I have bigger tires I am just not sure what PSI to run. Over inflation or under inflation will cause your tires to wear unevenly. How does one tell if their tires are properly inflated?My friend, and fellow Jeeper CPO, suggested the chalk test. However I am not sure I did it right?Here's what I used.ChalkTire GaugeMy Jeep First, I checked the tire pressure of all 4 of my tires. Three of...

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