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Episode 96 – Off Roading, How to Get Started

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 96!!

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What’s up Jeff?

Jeep dream
Fender flare options for my jeep
Trailmod removable fenders http://www.trailmods.com/shop/trailmods-removable-fender-flares

Announcements:

March Giveaway

Main Topic: How to get started

https://www.highsierra4x4.com/forum/shop-talk/modificcations/7694-where-to-start

Answering the question of what you want to do with your vehicle.
What, why, when, where and how? and then How Much?

Based on budget you can start to establish a plan.
Phases if you will.

Most people start with a small lift and bigger tires.
Budget boost
Muds vs all terrains.
Rocker protection
Skid Plates
Bumpers
Recovery

Phase 2
Replacing suspension components
Bigger tires, Mud terrians
More skid plate
Winch
Upgrade axle shafts
Steering

Phase 3
Dana 60s
Motor Swap
Bigger tires
Hydraulic Steering
Roll Cage
Trailer

Thread of the Week:
Suggested Thread of the Week!

Listener Feedback:

Hey guys, love the show!! I have a quick question for you regarding brakes. I have an older toyota and I’m in need of some brakes. Should I buy new pads and rotors or upgrade to the V6 calipers?
Dave

Trail Gear

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Events and Happenings:

Meet and greet

Outro:
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Episode 86 – Listener Question and Comments!!

Episode 86!!

This podcast episode is brought to you by Northridge4x4.com the best online store in the industry for your 4×4 parts

HIGHSIERRA4X4 – 10% off and free shipping on orders over $70 to the lower 48.

What’s up Jeff?

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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Events and Happenings:

Meet and greet

Outro:
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Episode 69 – Winter Wheeling Adventures!!

Episode 69!!
Veteran’s Day

This podcast episode is brought to you by Northridge4x4.com the best online store in the industry for your 4×4 parts

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

October Giveaway:
Northridge4x4.com $200 gift card!!

Main Topic: Winter Wheeling

Snow is here!!
What do we need to hit the snow trails safely?

Recovery gear…
Read the snow…
Don’t spin…
Wide flexible tires…
Air source…
Travel light…
Locking differentials…
Cooling system…
Dress appropriate…
Be prepared…

Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Oregon Trophy Challenge 2015

Listener Feedback:

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Events and Happenings:

Cal4wheel Winter Fun Festival
January 15-17, 2016

Outro:
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Episode 57 – More Prep and Why Are We So Tired?

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 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 57!!

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:

October Giveaway:

The winner of the Rack Bone this month is BretJK07

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

Listener Feedback:

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podcast@highsierra4x4.com

Hey guys,
I’m enjoying the new podcast, but I have mixed emotions about Greg finally lifting his rig. Part of me enjoyed listening to him agonize about which lift kit to go with. But I guess it is for the best. Now we will get to hear some more wheeling adventure stories because there won’t be any excuses why he won’t take his Jeep out on the trail! 🙂

I have a question for you. I live in AZ and my brother is in southern California. One of our goals is to run the Rubicon in the next year or two. The problem is that my brother has a stock mid 2000’s 4runner 4×4 with a V8. What are the minimum modifications he would need to do to have a “pleasant” experience on the con? I have a TJ Rubicon on 35s, with skids, a winch, and a cage, so I’m assuming I’d be ok.

Events and Happenings:

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

Homepage

Booth 6420

Outro:
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Episode 54 – Recovery, Tow Strapping

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 54!!

What’s up Jeff?

Barrett Lake Trail

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 – Tow Strapping

Straps
Hooks
Tow points

Episode 19 Bubba Rope

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Switch Pros!!

Events and Happenings:

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

Homepage

Booth 6420

Outro:
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Episode 53 – Winching Recovery!

Episode 53!!

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

September Giveaway:

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

Listener Feedback:

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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

Outro:
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Episode 42 – Sierra Trek 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 42!!

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

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

To celebrate Fabrication month High Sierra 4×4 is teaming up with Tab and Slot.com to give one lucky winner a fabrication project or their very own!

Tab and Slot.com is known for turning your designs into reality with custom CAD work using Tab and Slot design to ensure the finished product is what you envisioned. They are going to give one lucky winner their choice of fabrication project. If you own a Jeep JK you can opt to receive one of their custom Jeep JK Front or Rear bumper kits. Or if you prefer you can receive one of their custom welding tables. Either way you will have an awesome fabrication project of your very own!

https://www.roguefab.com/
Rogue Fabrication sells tube benders, Tubing Notchers, Die Sets and fabrication tools

Why should you buy a Tubing Bender from Rogue Fab? Price and performance. If you have shopped around you have seen what other manufacturers charge for die sets. Or you have seen the benders that don’t bend strong tubing and only bend to 90 degrees. Why spend over $1000 on a bender or make huge compromises in functionality when you could have bought a RogueFab bender and had all the features you need for less money?

Main Topic:

Sierra Trek
Thursday, August 06, 2015 – Sunday, August 09, 2015
Episode 39

Reid Racing
Tons of Runs, Mild to Wild
RC cars
Huge Raffle
Silent Auction

Listener Feedback:

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Thread of the Week:

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Lots of projects going on this month like the High Sierra 4×4 Expedition Trailer.

http://www.metalmartrancho.com/
Located in Rancho Cordova and serving the greater Sacramento area with sales in steel sheet and tube, aluminum products and stainless steel. We also have nuts & bolts, casters and a large selection of remnant metals in all products. Shearing and cutting available. For all your metal needs, check out Metal Mart!

Events and Happenings:

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

Outro:
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Episode 33 – Off-road Trailers Good Idea or Bad Idea?

This week we are talking Off-road Trailers and if they are a good idea or a bad idea. Join us for the discussion and tell us what you think.

What’s up Jeff?

Announcements:

July Giveaway!!
Register to win your very own JKSKINZ.
https://www.highsierra4x4.com/forum/main-forum/events-and-happenings/5183-july-giveaway-jkskinz-quarter-and-rear-panels-for-jeep-jk

Main Topic: Interview with Sean from JKSKINZ

Greg and Jeff discuss these amazing new panels built just for the Jeep JK and how you can store your gear on them and more.

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 29 – Pre-Adventure Guidelines Feat. Chop Shop Offroad

Episode 29!!

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: Pre Adventure Guidelines Feat. Chop Shop Offroad

Adventure Guideline

SUSTAINMENT
• Food
• Liquid
• Storage

SAFETY

NAVIGATION
• Books/Maps
• Devices & Protection

COMMUNICATIONS

RECOVERY & TOOLS
• Recovery
• Tools

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!
On Board Air discussion 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:
podcast@highsierra4x4.com
www.highsierra4x4com/podcast
www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4
www.highsierra4x4.com

Episode 28 – Signal Peak With Sierra LED

Episode 28!!

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:

Main Topic: Signal Peak Recap with Sierra LED

Listener Feedback:

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

Suggested Thread of the Week!
Rubicon Day Run!!

Events and Happenings:

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

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

Outro:
podcast@highsierra4x4.com
www.highsierra4x4com/podcast
www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4
www.highsierra4x4.com