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Episode 53 – Winching Recovery!

Welcome to the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!! I’m your host Greg Bakken and joining me is my co host Jeff Bakken. We have been wheeling for a combined 30 years and we are here to share our passion for off roading with you!! Whether you’re looking for a Sunday drive or some hard core rock crawling!! We will cover it all!

Episode 53!!

This podcast episode is brought to you by Condition Zero!! Condition zero manufactures firearms mounting solutions for those who prefer the convenience and confidence that comes with having the perfect mounting solution for their firearm. Condition Zero Mounts.com

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

September Giveaway:

The “RackBone” is a modular system that attaches to the headrest of nearly any vehicle and provides a modular mounting point for Med Kits, Tool Kits, fire extinguishers, large tools, as well as long guns, pistols….in fact it can be customized into almost any configuration.

The winner of this month’s giveaway will receive their very own RackBone for their Rig!

So how do you get in on the awesome giveaway, simply post a picture of your ride and tell us what you would mount to your Rackbone!

Winner will be selected at the end of the month on September 30th.

To learn more about Condition Zero Mounts visit their website at www.conditionzeromounts.com. They have a full line of weapon mounts for the Jeep JK.

Lucas Oil Off Road Expo
http://www.offroadexpo.com/off-road-expo-schedule-events-posted

Main Topic: Recovery

Winches
Synthetic vs Steel
Straps
Hooks
Tow points

Episode 22 Factor 55

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Hey guys! I’m a member on the forum, podcast listener and I’m currently a resident of AZ, but will be moving to LA area in the next few weeks to become an employee of SpaceX! Totally excited about the opportunity, but I’m afraid I’ll be missing out on a ton of wheeling we get in out here. So, I’m curious of what the wheeling scene is like, if there is one, on the south side of Cali!?

Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Custom Width Aftermarket Axles

Events and Happenings:

Lucas Oil Off Road Expo
Fairplex, Pomona CA
October 3rd-4th

Homepage

Booth 6420

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Episode 47 – Adventures on Fordyce Trail

Welcome to the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!! I’m your host Greg Bakken and joining me is my co host Jeff Bakken. We have been wheeling for 15 years and we are here to share our passion for off roading with you!! Whether you’re looking for a Sunday drive or some hard core rock crawling!! We will cover it all!

Episode 47!!

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What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

August giveaway:
Tabandslot.com offers self serve, on demand laser cutting services (with No Setup Fees) to artists, fabricators, and small business. Make your dreams a reality over at tabandslot.com
Dave from Tab and Slot Episode 40

Main Topic: Fordyce Recap

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Rare Parts ~ Fab Series Drag Link Install

Events and Happenings:

Cantina for the Con
September 5th-6th at the Spillway

Lucas Oil Off Road Expo
Fairplex, Pomona CA
October 3rd-4th

Homepage

Booth 6420

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Episode 35 – Overlanding 101

Episode 35!!

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What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

July Giveaway!!
http://www.jkskinz.com/ Look forward to an interview with the owner and creater of JKSkinz next week!! Register now for the giveaway!!
Interviewed Sean on Episode 32

Main Topic: Overlanding 101

1) Complexity is the enemy: Keep the vehicle as simple and reliable as possible.

2) Weight is the enemy of performance:  Keep the vehicle as light as possible, removing heavy items that provide limited value or are never used. The goal should be 90% of GVWR or less.

Listener Feedback:

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What are your thoughts on RHD jeeps? Can any lift go on them? Are parts interchangeable? Should you stay away for building a rig for extreme off roading? Seems fun and different, as you don’t see them on the trail much. Also love the podcast been listening since day 1.
Brian

Hey guys,
I own a 2009 JK that I bought from a senior guy who absolutely cherished the JK. Never been offroad. I have noticed at my 32K it uses oil…Like a quart per 3000/miles. What;s up with this???

Hey Guys,
Love the show, but I just wanted to point out a small inaccuracy from the opening of the show. One of you said that there was no cars that use a combustion engine to power an electric motor, however this is how some of the gas/electric hybrids work. For example, a Chevy Volt runs that way. Here is a passage from the Wikipedia article:

“The Volt operates as a pure battery electric vehicle until its battery capacity drops to a predetermined threshold from full charge. From there its internal combustion engine powers an electric generator to extend the vehicle’s range as needed.”

I dont know if this kind of setup is coming to a rock crawlin’ 4×4 near you any time soon, but who knows!

Thanks,
Scott

Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Sierra LED Light Bar glare?

Events and Happenings:

Jeepers Jamboree
July 22nd Vendor Show
July 23-26th Rubicon Trail
We interviewed Bob on Episode 31

Sierra Trek
Thursday, August 06, 2015 – Sunday, August 09, 2015

Cantina for the Con
September 5th-6th at the Spillway

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Episode 21 – What’s Happening at High Sierra 4×4

Episode 21!!

What’s up Jeff?
Event recap, Jeff’s Rubicon run and Nevada

Announcements:

Sierra LED lights.com 20% off “SierraLaunch2015”
Bubba Rope Episode 19 – 10% off using “HS4x4Podcast”
March Giveaway!!

Main Topic: What’s Happening at High Sierra 4×4

Find out what’s going on and how you can meet the crew!

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Signal Peak Night Run with Sierra Led!! June 20th.

Events and Happenings:

Meet and Greet coming soon!!
Meet and Greet in southern CA,
June 4th ( Thursday ) at 5pm in Karl Strauss Brewing Company, in The Tasting Room
5985 Santa Fe Street, San Diego, CA, 92109

Outro:
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Episode 19 – Bubba Rope!!

Welcome to the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!! I’m your host Greg Bakken and joining me is my co host Jason Huckabay. We have been wheeling for 15 years and we are here to share our passion for off roading with you!! Whether you’re looking for a Sunday drive or some hard core rock crawling!! We will cover it all!

Episode 19!!

What’s up Jason?

Sierra LED lights.com

Announcements:

Sweet things in the works!!
Interviews, SEMA Build, Giveaways
March Giveaway!!

Main Topic: Bubba Rope

History:
Tell us about Bubba Rope.
How did Bubba Rope come about?
How is Bubba Rope different than a normal tow strap?
Kinetic Energy? What’s that?
Do I still use it the same?
What is it made of and what is the manufacturing process?
How come you don’t make Bubba Rope with hooks on the end?i
How many variations of Bubba Rope is there?
How do I tell which is the right rope for my application?
How do I take care of my Bubba Rope?
What other products do you make?

http://www.bubbarope.com/
Bubba Rope® is a tougher, safer, kinetic energy recovery rope, developed from military specs for pulling off-road vehicles out of mud, sand or snow. It is the only snatch rope with a polymer coating.

Kinetic energy recovery rope

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Roll over thread

Events and Happenings:

Meet and Greet coming soon!!
May 21st

1st. Meet and Greet in south CA, San Diego area
June 4th ( Thursday ) at 5pm in Karl Strauss Brewing Company, in The Tasting Room
5985 Santa Fe Street, San Diego, CA, 92109

Outro:
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Episode 18 – Trail Etiquette

Episode 18!!

What’s up Jeff?

Sierra LED lights.com

Announcements:

Sweet things in the works!!
Interviews, SEMA Build, Giveaways
March Giveaway!!

Main Topic: Trail Etiquette

Breakdowns
Built rig
Trail capable
Help others

Listener Feedback:

Hey Guys,
Been a listener for a while. Would be great to get your perspective on the clubs you run in and the different types. I know up here in the Sierra foothills there are family clubs, hardcore clubs, etc. I’m new to the Jeep experience and having a great time, but looking for a club that can teach a newbie how to have fun and wheel properly. Now that Greg’s rig is getting fixed up for SEMA, that puts a damper on my idea of doing some light wheeling with him and my 2015 stock JKU!

Keith

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Thread of the Week:

Podcast Suggestion Thread!
Need Help finding a Club?

Events and Happenings:

Meet and Greet coming soon!!
May 21st

Outro:
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Episode 14 – Going Where No One Else Does

Episode 14!!

What’s up Jeff? Light bar install and Trail Maintenance
Announcements:

Sweet things in the works!!
Interviews, SEMA Build, Giveaways
March Giveaway!!

Thread of the Week:

Podcast Suggestion Thread!
Custom jeep trailer build!!

Main Topic: Going Where No One Else Does!!

Many of us travel trails less traveled. That is what we love about 4 wheeling. But that idea in itself prevents many problems, obstacles and challenges. Going where many do not in a vehicle designed for modern travel. What gear do you need for these trips?

Chainsaw, loppers, garbage bags, straps, snatch block, shovel, digging bar
Spare tire, high lift, shackles,

Knowing your limits…and being prepared.

Listener Feedback:

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Events and Happenings:

2015 MetalCloak Stampede – Rancho Cordova, CA
Meet and Greet coming soon!!
May 21st

Outro:
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Episode 13 – Low Center of Gravity Build

Episode 13!!

What’s up Jeff? Trail Patrol

Announcements:

Sweet things in the works!!
Interviews, SEMA Build, Giveaways

Thread of the Week:

Podcast Suggestion Thread!
Tales from the trails!! David posted a Calico trail report. I’m curious how frying a steak with a JetBoil works?

Main Topic: Low Center of Gravity Builds

Listener Feedback:

Hi Greg and Jeff,

I’ve recently made a triumphant return to the off-roading clan with my recent purchase of a 2014 2 door Rubicon back in January of this year. After unfortunately grenading / Jeffn’ my last Wrangler around 10 years ago, (it was a good death) now I’m ready to build myself a new ridge.
After powering through all your Off-Road and High Sierra pod casts (great job by the way you guys complement each other perfectly). That being said, I would like to pick your brains on a Low Center of Gravity build.

Greg, I now have the same approach to off-roading as you do smart crawling and keeping the pin in the grenade. I recall you stating that you would have liked to install an LC of G on your LJ, which intrigued me. Is that no longer the case for you JKU Rubi? And why?

I’m not looking to do any hardcore rock crawling but would still like to have a capable ridge if the mood arises. I looked up Rokmen for an LC of G but wasn’t able to find a package for a JK. Would you be able to suggest anyone else to look up?

Not really sure what components I would need to accomplish this but my ideal build would include a package that would give me great suspension travel without the top heaviness of a large lift and the ability to fit my JK in the garage without having to air down my tires. I would also like to keep my tire size to down to 34 or 35 inches. Help me Obi-Wan Kanobi you’re my only hope!

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Events and Happenings:

2015 MetalCloak Stampede – Rancho Cordova, CA
Meet and Greet coming soon!!

Outro:
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Episode 11 – How To Visit The Rubicon

Episode 11 – How to Visit the Rubicon

Intro: Welcome to the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!! I’m your host Greg Bakken and joining me is my co host Jeff Bakken. We have been wheeling for 15 years and we are here to share our passion for off roading with you!! Whether you’re looking for a Sunday drive or some hard core rock crawling!! We will cover it all!

Episode 11!!

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

April Giveaway!! Head to the forum now to see what it is!!

Thread of the Week:

Podcast Suggestion Thread!
Salvage Jeep rebuild!

Main Topic: Trail Review – The Rubicon!!

History of the Trail
17.2 miles long
Entrances to the trail
Typical avenues of travel
Staging areas

Visiting the Rubicon
If you have the driving skills, a brand new stock Wrangler can be driven through the Rubicon, taking the bypasses. Most people should expect sheet metal damage, at a minimum. Larger tires (33”), a lift kit (3”), body protection (rocker guards) and a locking or limited slip differential should be considered to prevent damage.

Maps

Cantina for the Con

Listener Feedback:

A few episodes ago you asked that XJ Cherokee owners email you to let you know that we listened to your podcast. I have listened to every episode, even on your previous network, as I enjoy your show. I believe there are probably numerous XJ listeners in your audience after all there is a huge parts aftermarket for the XJ and they are still very popular on the trail. XJ’s are very capable Jeeps when prepared correctly just like any other Jeep. Mine is a 1992 four door California Jeep still in great condition. I have installed frame stiffeners and have had no problems that you allude to with having a unitized body. It is used as our second car and can still comfortably carry the whole family and yet go off road, something you appear to nervous to do with your $40,000 JKU.

I think XJ’s are one of the “best bang for the bucks” out there. Mine has an 8 inch left with long arm suspension, lockers front and rear, body armour (store bought and self made) plus many other upgrades and still has air conditioning and power windows. The wife likes to drive it off road also, and is becoming decent at it. We do all kinds of off road driving from the Colorado Rockies to Ocotillo Wells at Anza Borrego,Ca. I don’t really care to do STRICKLY rock crawling, as you are just asking to tear up your rig or break something NEEDLESSLY that you have spent a lot of time and money on. It has gone over its fair share of rocks when needed. I nicknamed the Wrangler looking body style Jeeps “Belly button” Jeeps as everybody has one.
Respectfully Doug

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Events and Happenings:

2015 MetalCloak Stampede – Rancho Cordova, CA
Meet and Greet coming soon!!

Outro:
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Episode 8 – Trail Essentials

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

April Giveaway!! Head to the forum now to see what it is!!

Main Topic: Trail Essentials

What gear MUST we bring on to the trail for a good day of wheelin?

Food
Clothes
Spare parts
Cell phone
Tools
Air

Thread of the Week:

Podcast Suggestion Thread!
What’s in your tool bag? Let us know in the Thread of the week!

Listener Feedback:

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Events and Happenings:

Meet and Greet coming soon!!

Outro:
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