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Episode 86 – Listener Question and Comments!! Jan 15, 2016

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Episode 86 - Listener Question and Comments!! Welcome to the High Sierra 4x4 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 86!! This podcast episode is brought to you by Northridge4x4.com the best online store in the industry for your 4x4 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 4x4 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 4x4 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 Send us your questions and comments!!! podcast@highsierra4x4.com Events and Happenings: Meet and greet Outro: podcast@highsierra4x4.com www.highsierra4x4com/podcast www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4 www.highsierra4x4.com

Episode 85 – The Best Off Road Vehicles You Can Buy Right Now Jan 11, 2016

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Episode 85 - The Best Off Road Vehicles You Can Buy Right Now Welcome to the High Sierra 4x4 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 85!! This podcast episode is brought to you by Northridge4x4.com the best online store in the industry for your 4x4 parts HIGHSIERRA4X4 - 10% off and free shipping on orders over $70 to the lower 48. What's up Jeff? Announcements: January Giveaway Main Topic: 10 Best Off Road Vehicles You Can Buy Five Used Trucks You Should Never Consider Buying 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Dodge Ram pickup trucks are popular for their bold design and best in class ride quality; Ram fans may be surprised to learn their favorite truck made our list. The standard V-6 engine in the 2011 Ram is underpowered and gets no better fuel economy that the optional V-8. Standard equipment is also a tad on the light side. However, these deficiencies can be avoided by purchasing a Ram 1500 with the engine and optional equipment you want. What cannot be overcome is the 2011 Ram 1500 received only a three star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and in a frontal crash the rating drops to an unacceptable two stars. If you want to buy a Dodge Ram pass on the 2011 model year, just to be safe. Any Ford Truck with a 5.4L Engine The 5.4L 3-valve engines used in Ford Trucks from 2004 to 2010 develop camshaft phaser issues, especially when engines exceed the 100,000 mile mark. The first sign of an impending failure is a slight tick at idle, as the problem worsens owners complain of a noticeable loss of power. Engines running rich will clog catalytic converters and trigger check engine light illuminations; repairs are expensive. Even worse many repairs merely mask the problem for short periods of time only to have the issue return necessitating an engine overhaul or replacement. Thinking about buying a Ford pickup? Pop the hood, check the engine specifications, and run away from 5.4L equipped models. The 10 Best Off-Road Vehicles You Can Buy Right Now Thread of the Week: Suggested Thread of the Week! Snow stuck thread. Listener Feedback: Send us your questions and comments!!! podcast@highsierra4x4.com Events and Happenings: Cal4wheel Winter Fun Festival January 15-17, 2016 Outro: podcast@highsierra4x4.com www.highsierra4x4com/podcast www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4 www.highsierra4x4.com

Episode 84 – Tires Without Wheels Jan 08, 2016

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Episode 84 - Tires Without Wheels Welcome to the High Sierra 4x4 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 84!! Jeeps back. Bad o2 sensor. This podcast episode is brought to you by Northridge4x4.com the best online store in the industry for your 4x4 parts HIGHSIERRA4X4 - 10% off and free shipping on orders over $70 to the lower 48. What's up Jeff? Announcements: January Giveaway Main Topic: Beadlock Install Article Help Thread of the Week: Suggested Thread of the Week! Snow stuck thread. Listener Feedback: Guys, just ran across your podcast the other day. Just got a new ride 2011 Tacoma which already has some great upgrades. Looking forward to getting it on the trail. Ran across your meals for #34 podcast. I backpack a lot and here are a couple of meals that I think would be great on your next 4x4 Trip as well. I smoke a pork butt ahead of time and freeze it into the portion size I want in vacuum sealed bags then either warm it in a non stick skillet or you can simply just put the bag right in boiling water and bring the meat up to temperature. Bring some buns, chips and bbq sauce and you have a great and quick meal. The other meal I really enjoy is tortilla pizzas. Non stick pan again. I always use my backpacking stoves to cook even when I am truck camping. They don't take up much room, they are lightweight and easy to use. You put the stove on low heat with butter in the pan and then your tortilla. I usually build my pizza on my plate first. Tortilla, sauce, meat of choice then fine grated cheese. Cook till the cheese is melted. Very yummy for sure! I'll include some pictures of my Tacoma, smoked pork butt and Tortilla Pizzas. Thanks for the great info! Marcus Send us your questions and comments!!! podcast@highsierra4x4.com Events and Happenings: Cal4wheel Winter Fun Festival January 15-17, 2016 Outro: podcast@highsierra4x4.com www.highsierra4x4com/podcast www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4 www.highsierra4x4.com

Episode 83 – Snow Winching Extravaganza Jan 04, 2016

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Episode 83 - Snow Whinching Extravaganza Welcome to the High Sierra 4x4 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 83!! This podcast episode is brought to you by Northridge4x4.com the best online store in the industry for your 4x4 parts HIGHSIERRA4X4 - 10% off and free shipping on orders over $70 to the lower 48. What's up Jeff? Announcements: January Giveaway Main Topic: Snow Wheeling Recap! Thread of the Week: Suggested Thread of the Week! Snow stuck thread. Send us your questions and comments!!! podcast@highsierra4x4.com Events and Happenings: Cal4wheel Winter Fun Festival January 15-17, 2016 Outro: podcast@highsierra4x4.com www.highsierra4x4com/podcast www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4 www.highsierra4x4.com

Episode 82 – New Plans for the New Year!! Jan 01, 2016

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Episode 82 - New Plans for the New Year!! Welcome to the High Sierra 4x4 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 world with you!! Episode 82!! This podcast episode is brought to you by Northridge4x4.com the best online store in the industry for your 4x4 parts HIGHSIERRA4X4 - 10% off and free shipping on orders over $70 to the lower 48. What's up Jeff? Jeeps in the shop, seeping power steering pump line Lemon laws regarding aftermarket parts voiding your warranty. Announcements: January Giveaway Main Topic: New Plans for the New Year!! New year resolutions. We had a chance to look back over 2015, what do we want for 2016? Rig goals for 2016? Greg: 60s, 40s, hydraulic assist, roll cage, skid plates, CB install, Jeff: Trail Goals: Greg: Rubicon all the way through, smaller trails I want to ease back into. Slick Rock, Deer Valley, Gold Lakes. Jeff: Podcast Goals: Greg: Be more methodical about topics and series, bigger and badder giveaways, more meet and greets, more runs. Jeff: Event Goals: Greg: Meet and Greets, event Runs Jeff: Thread of the Week: Suggested Thread of the Week! Jeep Eats Rock!! Listener Feedback: Send us your questions and comments!!! podcast@highsierra4x4.com Events and Happenings: Cal4wheel Winter Fun Festival January 15-17, 2016 Outro: podcast@highsierra4x4.com www.highsierra4x4com/podcast www.facebook.com/highsierra4x4 www.highsierra4x4.com

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