Here at DirtRoadTrip we love suspension, so when we saw that FOX had a fully adjustable internal bypass shock with a remote reservoir for the JK, we knew who would be taking our money next. In November of last year we installed the FOX 2.5 Factory Series Internal Bypass shocks on our 2014 JK Rubicon, and they have been nothing but flawless. Over the past 6 months we've put … [Read more...]
Top Ten Overlanding Tips
10.) Overlanding Not Car Camping Get your terminology right! You want your neighbors and co-workers to think you go on adventures, not siting around a fire eating little smokies. 9.) GVWR Is Just A Recommendation Engineers always incorporate a factor of safety into all of their designs, so don't even think twice when you're loading up your fridge, enough water for … [Read more...]
Should I Consider Aftermarket Wheels?
If you came here looking for reviews on Rockstars and Lexanis you've come to the wrong place, but we can tell you where to find some awesome Monster Energy stickers;) Unfortunately the automotive industry has decided that an 18" wheel is the smallest wheel that should be found on a truck. There are some exceptions with Jeep and Toyota still offering their respective JKs and … [Read more...]
National Luna Dual Battery Monitor – 6 Month Review
Dual batteries are almost a necessity for anyone who runs multiple accessories in their vehicle, and they provide you with the insurance that a flat battery won't leave you stranded in the field. Over the past 6 months I've been using the National Luna Dual Battery Monitor in our 2014 JKU Rubicon with very good results. It's performed it's task very well, and is simple … [Read more...]
I4WDTA – Q&A
We’ve been given the honor of observing the International 4-Wheel Drive Trainers' Association’s (I4WDTA) Training for Certification that is being hosted in Uwharrie, NC. This is the first time any outside group has been given the privilege to sit in on the rigorous 3 day selection process, and over the next few weeks we’ll be giving you all the details. Since we've been … [Read more...]
