After Wheeling Checks
Dive into the latest Jeep news as we explore the vibrant return of iconic Jeep colors that have fans buzzing with excitement! Join Wendy in Newbie Nuggets as she breaks down what every Jeep enthusiast should look out for post-wheeling to keep your adventure machine in top shape.
In this episode, we’ll also delve into the essentials for your Jeep, spotlighting the Baxter Performance Cartridge Spin-On Oil Filter Adapter – a game-changer for maintenance. Don’t miss this must-have gear that could elevate your Jeep’s performance.
Celebrate with us as Jeep Talk Show marks its 15th year on the air! We’re thrilled to share this milestone with our community, discussing the evolution of Jeep culture, the latest in Jeep modifications, and what’s in store for Jeep enthusiasts in the coming year.
What’s Inside:
Jeep Colors Revival: Find out which nostalgic colors are making a comeback and how you can customize your Jeep to match your personality and style.
Newbie Nuggets with Wendy: Essential tips for post-wheeling care to ensure your Jeep lasts for many adventures to come.
Must-Have Jeep Accessory: Learn about the Baxter Performance Cartridge Spin-On Oil Filter Adapter and why it’s a critical addition to your Jeep.
15 Years of Jeep Talk Show: A look back at our journey, the community’s growth, and our vision for the future.
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Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction
1:15 – Jeep Colors Comeback Story
3:45 – Newbie Nuggets with Wendy
6:30 – Baxter Performance Oil Filter Adapter Explained
9:00 – Jeep Talk Show 15th Anniversary Celebration
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Jeep® Brings Back Bold Colors for 2025 Wrangler and Gladiator
Mojito and Joose Return as Eye-Catching Options for Jeep’s Halo Models…
For 2025, the iconic brand is bringing back two fan-favorite limited-edition colors: Mojito and Joose
Mojito (PGE), a vibrant green shade,
We continue with things the new Jeep may not know…
Tire Repair
Just change the tire, right? We what if you haven’t repaired that flat tire from before, or the spare needs to be aired up?
Tire patch kit!
Heavy Duty Tire Plug Kit, $22.39 at Amazon.
Sidewall repair. GlueTread kit. $49.95
We here at the Jeep Talk Show recommend a spare tire but carry a tire repair kit just in case.
Flashlight
Seems simple, but carry a flashlight. Important even during the day.
A super bright LED light that uses a rechargeable.
GearLight LED Flashlights – Mini Camping Flashlights $19.99
18650 batteries with a charger
Gloves! Leather
Newbie Nuggets with Wendy
Inspecting your Jeep AFTER a run
After a great day of wheeling it’s always a good idea to take a few minutes to look around and under your Jeep. You just put it through some rough roads, maybe some 4 wheel drive, maybe even some extreme rock crawling. Double check things to make sure your jeep is in good working order before you hit the road back home. Here are some things to look for.
1) Once off the trail and while airing up, take a look at your tires. Are there chunks missing from the tread or sidewalls?
- It’s good to do a once-over visibly to make sure there are no issues and something isn’t broken or bent.
2) Check the shocks – Check to see if they got bent while you were dancing through that rock garden. Are they leaking fluid? Do the bolts at both top and bottom seem to be tight?
3) Check for any oil or fluid leaks. This is somewhat important. You need oil to keep things like engines and transmissions functioning.
- You may have kicked something up on the road. Maybe while crawling over a rock you may have peeled your diff cover off. Maybe a well-placed rock poked a hole in your gas tank and you have a slow leak.
4) Check that your mirrors are back to normal. You may have adjusted them to back out of that obstacle you decided not to take, or you may have pulled them in to get through that tight squeeze.
Once at home, it’s a good idea to do a more thorough inspection. Depending on what type of terrain you put your Jeep through determines how much inspecting may be necessary. Bill uses a power washer and always does a complete inspection of our Jeep from top to bottom. Mostly bottom. Although it’s always nice to have a clean and shiny Jeep to drive around town or back and forth to work, it is a really good idea to “detail” the bottom side as well. Bill has found things that way and avoided several larger issues, or worse, trail break-downs. He cleans the suspension, hose, brake lines, springs, shocks, drive shafts, etc. he says it’s a great way to find fatigue, stress cracks, and loose or missing bolts.
Create a consistent habit in your inspections and who knows what you may find. Some things to check for;
1) Check the undercarriage, especially if you don’t have body armor.
- Check the upper and lower control arm rubber bushings. They tend to get destroyed when you flex the suspension a lot.
- Check the oil pan/gas tank
2) Check for loose connections with wires. Or maybe they are wearing a frame or springs. A fist full of zip ties goes a long way toward preventing failures on the road or trail.
3) Check for loose connections with bolts. You don’t need to do a re-torque after every run but just do a visual. Sometimes it’s just enough to catch something that could become a real problem.
The old saying “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” really hits home when you’re the one not breaking down on the trail and you get to help your buddy with his breakdown.
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Must-Have Stuff for Your Jeep!
Baxter Performance Cartridge to Spin-On Oil Filter Adapter $341.96
Pentastar Cartridge to Spin-On Oil filter adapter fits 2014 + 3.2 and 3.6-liter Pentastar engines. Cartridge Filters have no anti-drain back valve. This product provides faster oil pressure at startup by keeping the upper oil system flooded. The adapter contains a full-flow check valve and a unique threaded locking mechanism. Utilizes Schrader valve for oil evacuation when removing spin-on filter. Made and patented in the USA.
Application Note: Minor modifications may be needed on some vehicles to attain proper clearance for installation and servicing.
DOES NOT WORK WITH E-TORQUE EQUIPPED 3.6L MODELS