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Danger: U.S. 550 The Million Dollar Hwy (Is The Scenery Worth The Risk?)
As the name suggests, the Million Dollar Highway Fall Colors season is seriously the best time to hit up U.S. 550. Sure, the road's got a bit of a wild reputation with its steep drop-offs and twisty turns, but trust me, the views you get while cruising through the San Juan Mountains on your way to Ouray, Colorado, are totally worth it. If you're planning a Colorado trip, just keep in mind that while the drive can be a bit tricky, taking on the Million Dollar Highway in the fa
Dec 117 min read


WARNING: Don't Do Your EcoDiesel Oil & Filter Change Until You Read This!
This guide provides the complete, proven maintenance method (all four filters + oil) that ensures peak engine health for your 2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel (and Gladiator/Ram models). You’ll see exactly what my quick, 6-minute video demonstrates, but here, we dive into the details. As a fellow Jeep owner here in dusty Las Cruces, NM, I’ve refined this process to be fast, efficient, and cost-effective, allowing me to service my truck every 5,000 miles.
Nov 218 min read


Easy DIY: Ecodiesel Main & Auxiliary Battery Replacement Guide (10 Steps)
When it comes to car batteries a 3 year warranty means 3 years and it pays to swap them out before you get left stranded. In this DIY article I will tell you exactly how to swap both batteries and show you with lots of detailed photos to make it easy.
Nov 186 min read


11 Ouray Jeep Jamboree Tips & My Wife's Road to Off-Road Confidence
What unfolded was an unexpected, wonderful transformation for my wife. By the time we reached the dizzying heights of the Buffalo Boy Mine on day three, my retired school librarian was a bona fide, confident, and skilled off-road driver. I was simply the snack-handing, photo-taking passenger! She didn’t just meet the challenge; she blew right past it. It just goes to show you, the best view comes after the hardest climb.
Oct 279 min read


Bombproof Your Dana Diff: Spicer Performance Differential Cover Installation
There are a lot of great covers out there, but today we’re talking about the Dana/Spicer Advantek Performance Front Differential Cover (Part #10044799). This part fits the Dana 44 M210 axles found on the Jeep Gladiator (JT) and the Jeep JL Wrangler.
I chose the Dana/Spicer Differential Cover for a few simple reasons: it’s reasonably priced, and who knows your axle better than the guys who built it?
Oct 267 min read


Best Spare Tire Bike Rack For Jeeps & SUVs: Malone 3 Bike Rack (The Price Is Right)
The Malone Spare Tire Bike Rack folds compactly, and stows easily. Takes less than a minute to get it out and mount it on the spare tire.
Mar 11, 20245 min read


Jeep Purpose-Built for Overlanding And A Everyday Driver
I picked up my Wrangler Ecodiesel back in early 2020, and I’ve just wrapped up outfitting it for some serious overlanding adventures. I’ve really focused on making it purpose-built, which means I’ve taken a good look at every part to ensure it’s all about utility and value—no extra weight or costs that aren’t needed.
Fun fact: the factory version of the Wrangler Ecodiesel is already about 300 to 400 lbs heavier than the gas engine models. So, without any modifications, just
Nov 3, 20225 min read
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