Tech Tips

Solid axles and Independent Front Suspension (IFS) are two common choices of suspension systems that often spark debate among the off-road community. But what exactly sets them apart, and which one is right for your driving needs? In this blog post, we'll

Are you scratching your head trying to figure out the ideal tire size for your JL Wrangler? It's no easy feat with the plethora of options out there, from different sizes and brands to tread patterns and load ratings. But, if you're anything like us,

A comprehensive listing of over 120 Off Road and 4x4 Terms and Definitions compiled by Off Road Hall of Famer Del Albright.

Recently some customers have asked about Tire Size limitations on the Bronco... different than Jeeps, the bronco wheel well definitely has it limitations as to what will fit and what will not. 

This chart tells the tale... if you want to

Written by Tom Severin, Badlands Offroad Adventures


I must be working too hard. I fell asleep at the laptop while working on this month’s article. When I woke up, there was an elf at my elbow. The little guy was checking up on me again. (I’m

Tires. Axles. Control arms. Body and frame. You name it. Just about anything that could get damaged while off-road will at some point. More than once, for those who drive frequently. And some of those issues can be serious.

But a lug nut? Who

Corner Travel Index ™ or CTI measures a vehicle’s maximum axle/wheel articulation at the four corners of the vehicle, often referred to as “flex”. The CTI is used in the

Every once in a while, a piece of equipment comes along that just makes sense. It’s inexpensive, versatile, and small. And once you have one, you wonder how you got by without it. Such is the case with the 4-way valve tool.

For many Jeep owners, one of the first pieces of body armor you put on your rig was a Rocker Protection. Protecting that most vulnerable of body parts, the rocker panels, is definitely a high priority.

And like some, you may have purchased yours

Some customers have asked about their hoods rubbing on the MetalCloak fenders, so I wanted to share with you here why that happens and how to easily fix it.

As it is with most Jeep parts, the hoods tend to vary Jeep to Jeep. Lay 10 hoods side by