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Episode 95 – Spontaneous Tails From the Trails

Welcome to the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!! I’m your host Greg Bakken and joining me is my tenacious and tolerant 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!!

Episode 95!!

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Main Topic: Tails from the trails

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Why buy a Rubicon?

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Episode 86 – Listener Question and Comments!!

Episode 86!!

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Announcements:

January Giveaway

Main Topic: Listener Questions and Comments

Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Replacement LED driving lights.

Listener Feedback:

Hey guys,
I just listened to your show where you requested ideas for next years SEMA build. I think it would be great to take an old 60’s era CJ and completely modernize it. Make it look old but have it built with all modern parts. Crate motor, axels, interior, lift, the whole 9 yards. Also I would be willing to let you use my 62 Willis for the build 😀. Love the show, Keep up the great work.
Thanks,
Jeremy aka “Flash”

Great podcast with a lot of good info. Looking to upgrade my front axle on a 2015 Wrangler unlined Sahara and was curious if anyone had any input (good or bad) on the teraflex 44 housings or any other manufactures with similar housing upgrades? J-

I have a questions about a 4×4 chevy tahoe 99. I have fixed my rear differential 3 time because for some reason my tires are locking on turns does anybody know how I can fix that and how can I keep it to where my 4×4 drive together???
Miguel

As I am new to wheeling, I really enjoy listening to your Pod Casts! Thank you for putting in the time and energy into this program. Bought our JK in June completely stock. They are right about Jeep standing for “Just empty every pocket”.
JP

We are looking for some feedback on the forum

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Episode 61 – Leaf Us Alone!!

Episode 61!!

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Announcements:

October Giveaway:
RareParts Ball Joints!!

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Main Topic: Leaf Springs!!

Revolver Shackles

1/4 elliptical suspension

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When you talk about rig requirements for trail runs( need 35s and a locker etc.) is that just a baseline to give an idea what to expect? What I mean is, a mega cab dodge on 35s isnt gonna get around as easy as a cj-2a on 35s. I guess u could call it tire to rig ratio or something. Haha
I’ve got an urge to build an old willys rig and wondered if I would be ok with smaller tires since the wheelbase and width is so small.

Love the show, and ranch on my pizza
Ken

Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Rare Parts Giveaway!!

Events and Happenings:

SEMA 2015 Las Vegas Nevada

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Episode 59 – Matson From Metalcloak

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 59!!

This episode is brought to you by metal cloak!! It’s your jeep only better!!

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

October Giveaway:
RareParts Ball Joints!!

Main Topic: Matson from MetalCloak

http://www.metalcloak.com/

Matson,
Tell us a little about yourself, How long have you been wheeling?
How did you get involved with Metalcloak?
MetalCloak is very unique to me in that Matson and his team have been bringing products to the market that go outside the box of normal offroad products. For example your High Clearance fenders. Can you tells us more about them?
http://www.metalcloak.com/category-s/284.htm
Now let’s talk about the gamechanger suspension system. I’m running the Rock Sport Edition but you guys also have the several other variations of the suspension system. Tells what sets the Gamechanger system ahead of the game?
http://www.metalcloak.com/category-s/284.htm
What is a true dual rate spring
Can you tells more about the Duroflex joints that Metalcloak runs on their control arms?
What benefits can I achieve by running the 6Pak shocks?
Metalcloak also offers bumpers. Can you tell us more about your frame built bumpers?
http://www.metalcloak.com/JK-Wrangler-Frame-Built-Bumpers-s/254.htm

Customer service and resources
http://www.metalcloak.com/Gear-and-Tech-s/23.htm
916-631-8071

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Episode 24 – Towing with Hellwig

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 24!!

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Announcements:

June Giveaway!!
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Main Topic: Towing with Hellwig

USA-Made Sway Bars and Helper Springs

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Suggested Thread of the Week!
DIY Sleeping platform and drawers

Events and Happenings:

Signal Peak Night Run with Sierra LED
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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!

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Episode 5 – The Basics

Episode 5 – This is the podcast of all off road podcasts!! I am Greg Bakken and this is my co host Jeff Bakken. We are brothers that have been wheeling for nearly 15 years!! What better way to enjoy our hobby then to bring you a podcast about the off roading world and industry!!

Off Road Basics

What makes a 4 wheel drive different than a 2wd vehicle?
How do I get started?
Things to think about…
4 high or 4 low?

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Episode 3 – Interview with Pete Williamsen of JKS Part 2

Our special guest in the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast studio is Pete Williamsen of JKS. Pete lets us in on how he got started with off-roading and we discuss what JKS is working on and some of their new products.

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Episode 1 – Podcast Kick-Off!! Welcome to the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!!

Welcome to the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!! Episode 1 Podcast Kick-Off

I am Greg Bakken and this is my co host Jeff Bakken. We are brothers that have been wheeling for nearly 15 years!! What better way to enjoy our hobby then to bring you a podcast about the off-roading world and industry!!

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The High Sierra 4×4 Podcast is coming!!

The High Sierra 4×4 has just launched a new podcast series called the High Sierra 4×4 Podcast!! Each week we will publish podcasts where we talk about our favorite thing to do, wheel! We will talk about trails, events, how-to, interview people in the industry and just have fun. The podcasts will be available at www.highsierra4x4.com/podcast and on iTunes or any Podcast App. Listen to the Intro today!