Episode 38 – Jeepers Jambo Recap

Episode 38 – Jeepers Jambo Recap

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 38!!

http://www.jkskinz.com/ Your inovative and multi function Jeep Jk Storage and mounting solutions.

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

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

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Electronic Sway Bar…

Events and Happenings:

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

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

Outro:
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Episode 37 Overlanding 103

Episode 37 Overlanding 103

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 37!!

http://www.jkskinz.com/ Your inovative and multi function Jeep Jk Storage and mounting solutions.

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

http://expeditionportal.com/the-10-commandments-of-modifying-an-overland-vehicle/
Avoid Roof Loads at all Costs
Self-Recovery
Secure the Load
Quality and Design over Quantity

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Cooking recipes…

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

Outro:
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Episode 31 – Bob From Jeepers Jamboree

Episode 31 – Bob From Jeepers Jamboree

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 31!!

JKSkinz IS A PATENTED MODULAR PANEL SYSTEM THAT, ALONG WITH OUR PUK, ALLOWS YOU TO MOUNT ACCESSORIES, ELECTRONICS, RIFLES, AND ANYTHING ELSE INSIDE OR OUT. YOUR JEEP WILL NEVER BE MORE SECURE OR ORGANIZED THAN IT IS WITH YOUR NEW JKSkinz! ALL JKSkinz WILL FIT WITH HARD OR SOFT TOP INSTALLED. THERE IS NO DRILLING OR FABRICATION NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION.

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

June Giveaway!!
Switch-Pros recognized the need for a customizable switch panel system which would allow vehicle operators to consolidate their accessory switches into one compact and versatile panel. With the anticipated impact this new product line would have in the marketplace

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!!

Main Topic: Jeepers Jamboree

Safe ways to explore new trails?
I don’t belong to a club, I can’t find someone to hang out with
How do I find these trails and events?
Are they worth it?
Major wheeling events

The Jeepers and Jeep Jamboree have been offering guided off road trips on the legendary Rubicon Trail in Northern California for over 60 years. Considered to be a 10 on most scales; the trail changes year after year as winter storms create new challenges. Jeepers Jamboree has the experience and the expertise to help you traverse the trail. It is a challenging trip over the Rubicon trail, but you will have plenty of fun and relaxation along the way. Come join the Jeep and Jeepers Jamboree for the experience of a lifetime.

Hi Bob, tell us how long you have been into four wheeling.
How did you get involved with the Jeepers and Jeep Jamboree?
What is the difference between the two?
What can someone expect when they enroll for a Jamboree?
Mechanics, food, entertainment, vendor show,
What route will they take over the trail?
Is there a vehicle limitation?
What kind of activities do we have to look forward to at Rubicon Springs?

63rd Annual Jeepers Jamboree
July 23rd-26th

37th Annual Jeep Jamboree
July 31st-August 2nd

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
The Official High Sierra 4×4 Podcast Krawler Hauler!!

Events and Happenings:

Jeepers Jamboree
July 22nd Vendor Show
July 23-26th Rubicon Trail

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

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

Outro:
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Episode 30 – Pre-Adventure Guidelines Feat. Chop Shop Offroad Part 2

Episode 30 – Pre-Adventure Guidelines Feat. Chop Shop Offroad Part 2

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 30!!

Switch pros the maker of the SEMA award winning 8 switch programmable switch panel system. Order yours today at switch-pros.com

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

June Giveaway!!
Switch-Pros recognized the need for a customizable switch panel system which would allow vehicle operators to consolidate their accessory switches into one compact and versatile panel. With the anticipated impact this new product line would have in the marketplace

Main Topic: Chop Shop

SUSPENSIONS & STEERING
• Suspension
• Steering

TIRES & WHEELS
• Wheels
• Tires

DRIVETRAIN
• Lockers
• Axles
• Differential Housings & Accessories
• Gears/Install Kits
• Transfer cases
• Drivelines
• Brakes

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
• Bumpers
• Fenders/Hoods
• Tire Carriers
• Body Armor
• Undercarriage Skid Plates/Fuel Tanks
• Tops

PERFORMANCE & ELECTRICAL
• Performance
• Electrical

http://chopshopoffroad.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ChopShopOffroad
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhutc13QuVuq7R1Xj5H7QQ
https://instagram.com/chopshopoffroad/
https://twitter.com/ChopShopOffroad/

Listener Feedback:

Send us your questions and comments!!!
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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
The High Sierra 4×4 Official SEMA Build Thread

Events and Happenings:

Jeepers Jamboree
July 22nd Vendor Show
July 23-26th Rubicon Trail

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

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

Outro:
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www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4
www.highsierra4x4.com

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

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 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:

Send us your questions and comments!!!
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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 20 – Steve From Mopar!!

Episode 20 – Steve From Mopar!!

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 20!!

What’s up Jeff?

Sierra LED lights.com

Announcements:

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

Main Topic:

About Jeep Performance Parts
The Jeep Performance Parts portfolio, created in 2012 and offered by the Mopar and Jeep brands, provides serious off-roaders high-end, hard-core quality Jeep parts including axles, lift kits, bumpers, winches, skid plates, suspension components and more. These performance parts deliver factory-engineered solutions and elevate already best-in-class off-road performance to the next level. Each part and accessory is specifically designed, built and quality tested in order to meet strict specifications, 4×4 capabilities, craftsmanship and versatility to help transform stock rides into even more capable trail performers.

About Mopar Brand
Mopar (a simple contraction of the words Motor and PARts) was trademarked in 1937 with the launch of an antifreeze product, but it truly made its mark in the 1960s during the muscle-car era. From Mopar Performance Parts to enhance speed and handling for both road and racing use, the brand soon expanded to include technical service and customer support.

Today, Mopar is FCA’s service, parts and customer-care brand and distributes more than 500,000 parts and accessories in over 150 markets around the world. With more than 50 parts distribution centers and 27 customer contact hubs globally, Mopar integrates service, parts and customer-care operations in order to enhance dealer and customer support worldwide. Mopar is the source for genuine parts and accessories for FCA brands.

Mopar parts are engineered together with the same teams that create factory-authorized specifications for FCA vehicles. This offers a direct connection that no other aftermarket parts company can provide. A complete list of Mopar accessories and performance parts is available at: www.mopar.com.

Steve, tell us a little bit about yourself and how you came to be a part of Mopar.
Can you tell us a little bit about the success of the Jeep JK?
How did Mopar conceive the idea to build Dana 60s for the Jk?
Are they a true bolt in replacement?
Can you cover some of the benefits of the 60s over the Factory 44s
How does a full floating axle work and what are the benefits of the Full Float rear
What brakes are you guys using on the Mopar 60s?
Can you cover some of the options available: Electric Locker, Gear options, etc..
How did you guys develope these options?
Strength improvements
Does Mopar offer a warranty for these axles?
Will Chrysler make a Special Rubicon Edition with these axles included?

http://www.mopar.com/assets/pdf/performance/catalog/19561_JeepPerformanceCatalog_v01_r013.pdf

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Forum Frequently Asked Questions

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 18 – Trail Etiquette

Episode 18 – Trail Etiquette

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 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 13 – Low Center of Gravity Build

Episode 13 – Low Center of Gravity Build

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 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!

Send us your questions and comments!!!
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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

Episode 8 – Trail Essentials

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!

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:

Send us your questions and comments!!!
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Events and Happenings:

Meet and Greet coming soon!!

Outro:
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