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Old 07-28-2011 | 04:36 PM
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PA somewhere.. he won't tell me where just says follow me lol
PA,Huh? I bet you're going to Raush Creek. There are some narly trails there and rock gardens. Look it up.
Old 07-29-2011 | 05:31 AM
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Don't forget to air your tyres down! First time I went wheeling many years ago I was getting stuck on every obstacle while the other guys were just sailing over or through them. Eventually one of the guys asked if I'd aired down & I answered something like "aired what now?".

Makes a huge difference not just to smooth out the bumps (and save some wear & tear on your suspension components) but also in adding much more traction; just remember to air back up before you hit the highway at 70MPH again.
Old 07-29-2011 | 05:39 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!!
I'd say hang on and sometimes it's better to go forward then let fear take you back.
Old 07-29-2011 | 07:13 AM
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I know to air down... do you know what PSI I should go down to? I have 33" mud terrain firestone tires on 17" steelies. And I wont let fear take over but I dont plan on doing anything that is going to screw me over money wise..
Old 07-29-2011 | 07:17 AM
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I know to air down... do you know what PSI I should go down to? I have 33" mud terrain firestone tires on 17" steelies. And I wont let fear take over but I dont plan on doing anything that is going to screw me over money wise..
15lbs should be good!
Old 07-29-2011 | 07:41 AM
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15lbs should be good!
Depending on yours tires you may want to flex the sidewalls a little a few days before your ride. Air down to 2o-25psi in your yard, let it set for a hour or so, then do a small slow drive around the neighborhood. This allows the sidewalls to bend a little and get warn in with the weight and the fact you're way below Rec. air pressure. Some people will say this isn't necessary but its habit for me, its like a pair of shoes.
Old 07-29-2011 | 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by JkHauler
Depending on yours tires you may want to flex the sidewalls a little a few days before your ride. Air down to 2o-25psi in your yard, let it set for a hour or so, then do a small slow drive around the neighborhood. This allows the sidewalls to bend a little and get warn in with the weight and the fact you're way below Rec. air pressure. Some people will say this isn't necessary but its habit for me, its like a pair of shoes.
I will do that tonight. Thanks for the idea! Keep it comin
Old 07-29-2011 | 10:47 AM
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Just put that bitch in 4-Lo and GO!!!!!!!
Old 07-30-2011 | 04:14 AM
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Originally Posted by 1BAMFR
Just put that bitch in 4-Lo and GO!!!!!!!
I like that attitude! Come on 11am!!!
Old 07-30-2011 | 04:30 AM
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I like that attitude! Come on 11am!!!
Hahahaha, I will be there tomorrow by 9am....silver 4dr. W/ black hardtop, lifted w/ bumper/winch


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