Beginning Off-Roading Q's
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Jay
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First off, read up on proper 4 wheeling tips. there are quite a few rules that all "real" wheelers go by.
* Never leave trash on the trail. If you packed it in, you pack it out.
* Water crossings, drive slow and make sure your rig isnt leaking any fluids that will harm the habitat of the wild animals that live there. Everyone likes to spash through a stream and make a lot of white water, but your damaging the banks and the bottom of the stream, drive slow.
* Know your vehicle and its limits, going gung-ho over or through something is asking for trouble and breakage, and dangerous to you and passangers.
* Be ready for things to break, and if you get more serious into it, bring spare parts for most commomly broken items.
* Be courtious to other people wheeling, hiking, fishing, or enjoying the area.
People who dont do these things or act like jackasses are the ones who make off-roaders look bad, and gives groups like the Seirra Club more ammo to close down public trails. Be safe, and have fun, and think with your head.
* Never leave trash on the trail. If you packed it in, you pack it out.
* Water crossings, drive slow and make sure your rig isnt leaking any fluids that will harm the habitat of the wild animals that live there. Everyone likes to spash through a stream and make a lot of white water, but your damaging the banks and the bottom of the stream, drive slow.
* Know your vehicle and its limits, going gung-ho over or through something is asking for trouble and breakage, and dangerous to you and passangers.
* Be ready for things to break, and if you get more serious into it, bring spare parts for most commomly broken items.
* Be courtious to other people wheeling, hiking, fishing, or enjoying the area.
People who dont do these things or act like jackasses are the ones who make off-roaders look bad, and gives groups like the Seirra Club more ammo to close down public trails. Be safe, and have fun, and think with your head.
Rock Slide
Senior Member
for "light off roading", not much is needed for a 4R. Depends on your version of "light". I take mine out on easy trails all the time and my 4R is baisically stock.
Just some ideas off the top of my head...
-Aggressive tires are always good for traction
-Carry some tools to change a tire in case you blow one or anything else for that matter. tow straps, chains, ect.
-Make sure you have plenty of gas (I've had to take gas out to many a guys that forgot and ran out of gas out on the trail.)
-A lift is always good...even if it's a small one.
-Maybe some skids or armor for underneath.
-A locker is a good idea, but not necessary for light off roading.
-Stick to small creek crossings if you have not outfitted your ride to handle deep water. Diff breather mod, snorkel, lift, larger tires, etc.
-Try to go wheeling with others. Not only is it a lot more fun, it's also a good rule of thumb. Nothing like braking down, or getting stuck in the middle of nowhere and not being able to get help.
-Don't wheel at night unless you have plenty of lights on your truck. A buddy of mine backed straight up into a tree, b/c he didn't have any lights out back to see it. (that was a fun night!)
-Most importantly, use common sense. Learn what your truck will and won't do. Don't try to push the envelope just b/c John Doe over there just did it in his rig. If this is your primary vehicle, remember you have to drive it home. The more you wheel it, the more you know what it is capable of.
By no means are these the rules, just some ideas for "light off roading". Use your own judgement.
Just some ideas off the top of my head...
-Aggressive tires are always good for traction
-Carry some tools to change a tire in case you blow one or anything else for that matter. tow straps, chains, ect.
-Make sure you have plenty of gas (I've had to take gas out to many a guys that forgot and ran out of gas out on the trail.)
-A lift is always good...even if it's a small one.
-Maybe some skids or armor for underneath.
-A locker is a good idea, but not necessary for light off roading.
-Stick to small creek crossings if you have not outfitted your ride to handle deep water. Diff breather mod, snorkel, lift, larger tires, etc.
-Try to go wheeling with others. Not only is it a lot more fun, it's also a good rule of thumb. Nothing like braking down, or getting stuck in the middle of nowhere and not being able to get help.
-Don't wheel at night unless you have plenty of lights on your truck. A buddy of mine backed straight up into a tree, b/c he didn't have any lights out back to see it. (that was a fun night!)
-Most importantly, use common sense. Learn what your truck will and won't do. Don't try to push the envelope just b/c John Doe over there just did it in his rig. If this is your primary vehicle, remember you have to drive it home. The more you wheel it, the more you know what it is capable of.
By no means are these the rules, just some ideas for "light off roading". Use your own judgement.
lee
New member
rear diff breather extension is number one.
start off very light and work your way to harder stuff.. thatll show you what you need.
for me, if i was gonna start over knowing id be gradually getting into harder stuff id do:
-diff breather
-sliders
-rear locker
first. then tires and lift, then front and rear bumpers/armor.
start off very light and work your way to harder stuff.. thatll show you what you need.
for me, if i was gonna start over knowing id be gradually getting into harder stuff id do:
-diff breather
-sliders
-rear locker
first. then tires and lift, then front and rear bumpers/armor.
hossmaster
New member
Here are a couple places to start.
http://www.tacomaterritory.com/wiki/index.php/Trail_and_Camping_Supplies
http://www.tacomaterritory.com/wiki/index.php/4-Wheeling_Information
http://www.tacomaterritory.com/wiki/index.php/Trail_and_Camping_Supplies
http://www.tacomaterritory.com/wiki/index.php/4-Wheeling_Information
ErikJeanna
New member
I'm 2wd and have never gotten stuck. I've been on runs where others were using 4wd while I was in 2wd, and I kept up with the best of them. The only time I ALMOST got stuck, was when a caravan of 12 4Runners were going uphill in a sandy area and they kept stopping... it's REALLY hard to start and stop in sand for a 2WD... but so far, no problems.polvadis said:
neliconcept
New member
polvadis said:
yeah mines 2wd.. i did a little mudding run on my goodyear mtrs yesterday and didnt get stuck at all.. just lock the rear and lift and put on some nice tires and your ready.
hossmaster
New member
momentum is your friend! Also if you learn to wheel the easier stuff with 2wd and a locker, if you ever get a 4wd you will have learned a lot about control. Go for it, have friends that will pull you out without too much ribbing.
garrett1478
New member
SH0ck-D said:
Engage the 4WD...
RonMAIDEN
Super Moderator
SH0ck-D said:
The rear locker engages the left and right rear wheels positively together meaning they don't move independantly as when not locked. This can be demonstrated when on a flat hard surface as when turning the wheels will clunk trying to turn together. This option is great when climbing up steep grades or getting unstuck from mud or deep snow.
Jay
New member
ErikJeanna said:
That is the most dangerous thing to do. Climbing a hill with other trucks in a line. What if that 1st truck, or any truck ahead of you does something dumb and begins to slide down the hill or flips and roll? He has now endangered the lives of everyone else behind him. You should go 1 truck at a time.
