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I've been really happy with my Rubicon vs an Overland I was strongly considering or buying a new truck exactly as I wanted it. The Rubicon I have only doesn't have the aux switches and is otherwise almost exactly as I'd order it (kind of a lower end Rubicon with the black flares and such). I...

That's a different tub than the blue Gladiator tub. That one is Mickey's hot tub just as you're about to go down the Dragon's Tail and turn towards Escalator and Tip Over Challenge

I'd have dumped some air pressure for sure. (Actually, I've never been in that tub. Don't have plans to have a rig that I'd take in there either)

Devil's is right at top past the "Car Wash" (the most mild "tub"). Mickey hot tub is just before the "Dragon's Tail" as you come down the slick rock. Once down, you cross the famous SlickRock Bike trail and head towards Escalator and Tip Over Challenge. 1 = Mickey's Hot Tub 2 = Devil's Hot...

That's Mickey's tub. Devils is about twice as deep. I think that's Richard Mick driving? I think he's a grandson but am not 100% on that. Definitely related to Dan Mick. I'll see if I can identify the driver later tonight?

That tub is all about momentum. Devils is the steepest one up there. I've only seen high horsepower buggies make it out. Long video but it shows the commitment it takes to get out of that one. Momentum is key. Too much and you bounce back down in there and start wondering what to do with...

That's a TOUGH hot tub. LOTS of vehicles can't make it out of that one.

I believe strongly in regearing back to stock final drive ratio + 5%ish over. I have not regeared my diesel on 37" tires but will be doing so soon. I've driven it a year and 20k miles without the regear. I'm in 8th gear a lot. At times I talk myself out of the regear. Other times it's like...

I must have mistaken what your intent was with the above? The local 4x4 and other motorized clubs (including myself at various times) have been very active in this area for the past 10-15 years+ working with the BLM. We've shut down illegal spurs, added fencing/signage and other items as...

The red is closure. Does that look like 96% remains open? The wording is QUITE intentional and cherry picking the 5% (ish) of this trail system that ARE Jeep Safari trails. MANY overlooks, washes, historic trails with mining ruins and similar are now closed. Shouldn't that make you...

I've been warned once for making a "political" post. Odd as I think both major parties are totally off the rails. I don't have a political affiliation. I don't see that changing in the future. I'm a firm believer in the old adages of "follow the money" and “Politicians and diapers must be...

Other articles on the subject in actual "news" outlets. https://cleantechnica.com/2023/09/30/the-bureau-of-land-management-kicks-a-hornets-nest-in-moab/ https://www.hcn.org/articles/public-lands-public-land-recreation-management-near-moab-gets-an-overhaul...

I would argue that a change in axle gearing MAY save axle shaft/u-joint destruction to a point. Seems counterintuitive as you are now placing more torque to the joint. If one has stock gearing and 4-5 tire sizes bigger tires than stock, the driver can only compensate with additional throttle...

I'm trying to just make an announcement for the benefit of the community and to fit within the rules of the forum. I live nearish Moab where everyone seems to want to go. I thought the news would be interesting at the very least to anyone that wants to journey to the Moab area. I've been...

Probably wise to get a trip or two under your belt. Things are changing fast in the political landscape in/around Moab and frankly Utah overall. Lots of folks have moved here because they like the environment (low crime, comfortable, etc) and things are changing FAST. Things are seemingly...

These are AWESOME landscapes. Quite remote as I mention above. This is Green River in the bottom of the canyon. LONG established access. Hell Roaring Rim

Some of you may or may not know about one of the latest SUWA (Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance) lawsuits that resulted in ANOTHER BLM (Bureau of Land Management) trail inventory. I will try to report without bias. If you read bias it is not intentional and I do apologize...

regear for sure, then the other stuff

I don't think I've hit mine on the rocks yet but they are still going pretty strong for the almost year I've had them. One of my favorite investments in the truck so far. I don't see a lot of changes to the truck as it's a good/great Swiss Army knife as it is. That's kind of what it's supposed...

There's been talk of my assignments changing a bit this year. I'm usually a gunner unless "promoted" at the trail head for whatever reason. I just don't like to "lead" unless it's necessary. Maybe I'm tired of doing that at work and don't want that on my vacation? We'll see how it goes. I...