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Old 07-28-2011, 10:16 AM
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Anyone got any tips for me? Im going with my buddy who has had Jeeps all his life. Any suggestions? Thanks guys!!
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Waaaay more info needed - what kind of wheeling? Rocks? Mud? Trails? Etc. From your profile, your rig seems pretty capable.
Has your Jeep buddy wheeled extensively or just a long time owner?
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Waaaay more info needed - what kind of wheeling? Rocks? Mud? Trails? Etc. From your profile, your rig seems pretty capable.
Has your Jeep buddy wheeled extensively or just a long time owner?
He wheels a lot and I got steelies 33" mud terrain tires. Pretty sure were trail riding
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Originally Posted by TyJK9
Anyone got any tips for me? Im going with my buddy who has had Jeeps all his life. Any suggestions? Thanks guys!!
I know you aren't going anywhere in Maryland. You must be heading to PA, VA or WV.
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PA somewhere.. he won't tell me where just says follow me lol
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PA somewhere.. he won't tell me where just says follow me lol
That statement could get you into trouble.

As far as advice goes, just take it easy. Anything that seems too crazy or makes you feel uncomfortable, don't do it. I just went wheeling my first time was last month. It was a blast. Hopefully he has a winch.

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He wheels a lot and I got steelies 33" mud terrain tires. Pretty sure were trail riding
I agree with what was said before, just take it slow and steady - choose your lines carefully. Don't climb anything too steep or approach any decent sized rocks elevated and angled. Lots of common sense stuff.

Bring tow straps and a jack for sure, plus make sure you have cell coverage or a CB. Oh and a fire extinguisher
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Mud will suck you in and never let you go untill a fellow Jeeper pulls you out.... Or so I've heard
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Originally Posted by Beau

That statement could get you into trouble.

As far as advice goes, just take it easy. Anything that seems too crazy or makes you feel uncomfortable, don't do it. I just went wheeling my first time was last month. It was a blast. Hopefully he has a winch.
He is a good friend he won't get me into any trouble.. thanks for all the heads up tho guys much appreciated!!!
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Just don't foget the tow strap


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