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When it comes to off-road vehicles, comfort and performance are paramount. One critical aspect that affects both is the control arm joint, particularly in how it manages noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH). This blog will delve into the significance

Being in the Off-roading industry we get asked all the time by customers and jeep enthusiasts “How would you build up a Jeep.” in this four part series we will go over what we believe is the most important when beginning to build up a rig and questions

Control Arm Bushings are more important than you might think. What are they and what is the difference between the different types of Bushings? 

What is the difference between Progressive Springs vs. Dual Rate Springs vs. Linear Springs and is Triple Rate better than Dual Rate? 

In 1966 a group of explorers began a quest to find the long lost mining town known as Summit City... on August 8, that city will be Resurrected with all it granduer in California's Sierra's

Whether a cross country trip, a RockLanding adventure, or a simple trip to the local swimming hole, gas mileage matters. Going from a TJ to a JL was an interesting experience for this Rocklander. 

Overland Sin Fronteras is an overland expo that takes place down in Tijuana each year. We attended and set up a booth last year, had a good time and decided to attend again this year as well, but we had the opportunity to take more rigs, so we put together

I built my rig for longer trips that involved lots of road miles and wheeling destinations.  My prior Jeep TJ was a great offroad vehicle, but lacked much in the way of long-mileage road trips.  I've had the desire to get out farther and do more events

Today, as the sun rises and casts its light upon this great land, we find ourselves gathered in a collective moment of remembrance and reflection.

Memorial Day holds a profound place in our hearts, serving as a poignant reminder of the ultimate sacrifice

We have finally learned the secret to why backcountry motorsports enthusiasts love what we do so much. We can now wrap our arms around the magic that keeps us all working on our machines and hitting the trails, dunes, deserts, and mountains. It is about

For Immediate Release

Rancho Cordova, CA – Metalcloak, a leading innovator in the off-road vehicle market, proudly announces the completion of an Asset Purchase Agreement with Carbon Off Road, a leader in the development of quality Jeep Axles and Gears.

Solid axles and Independent Front Suspension (IFS) are two common choices of suspension systems that often spark debate among the off-road community. But what exactly sets them apart, and which one is right for your driving needs? In this blog post, we'll

Are you scratching your head trying to figure out the ideal tire size for your JL Wrangler? It's no easy feat with the plethora of options out there, from different sizes and brands to tread patterns and load ratings. But, if you're anything like us,

If you read our last blog post, you should now have a basic understanding of what to bring for an overlanding trip. Now, as you gear up with traction boards and a tow rope in hand, you might wonder, "How can I pack all of this stuff?"

Choose Your Gear

New to the world of overlanding and wondering what to pack for your first overland trip? Never fear! While packing for overlanding may initially seem like a daunting task, ultimately your gear list can be condensed down into a few basic categories.

Recovery

I must be working too hard. I fell asleep at the laptop while working on this month’s article. When I woke up, there was an elf at my elbow. The little guy was checking up on me again. (I’m pretty sure I’ve been good all year!)

Apparently, he also tried

Tires. Axles. Control arms. Body and frame. You name it. Just about anything that could get damaged while off-road will at some point. More than once, for those who drive frequently. And some of those issues can be serious.

But a lug nut? Who would think

Accidents on the trails can happen. Accidents in remote locations can happen…

As an adventure enthusiast and former trauma nurse, I can attest to the importance of being prepared with both supplies and the know-how of what to do in emergency situations.

Last weekend we headed up into the Sierra Nevada Mountains for some much-needed mountain air and camping. Destination: Loon Lake, which also happens to be the start of the Rubicon Trail. We weren't planning on doing any wheeling, but opted to bring the

An essential part of ANY overnight camping trip, is a good strong cup of coffee in the morning. Pour-overs, French press, percolator, Aero-press, instant and even electric machines are all viable options, but if you want a hearty cup, you opt for the