In Today’s age “not knowing” something safety-related is not a valid excuse and since we believe in trying to be prepared for whatever the off-road universe throws at you, we decided to give you our best 5 tips for when venturing into the outdoors during winter. This...
We all love having fun out on the trails around here and we know that nothing can ruin a good day off-roading worse than breaking down on the trail. So, here we give you some of the things we always inspect in our rigs before heading out to have a fun time 4-wheeling....
Last time we talked about the ins and outs of deflating your tires for better off-road capabilities, but after airing down to go off the road, we need to air up to get back on the road! First things first. The main reason you want to air back up after getting done...
Today, we will address the question we get almost on a daily basis; “Why do you deflate your tires and should I deflate mine?” Deflating tires has a HUGE impact on your vehicle by improving the quality of your ride. It causes less wear on your components and adds...
Most people have heard about the usage of a radio in order to communicate when out playing, exploring or racing your 4x4s. What most newer people to the sport don’t know is which radio type to use, why or how to use it. Communication is key and can be a lifesaver when...
If only we knew when something bad was going to happen ahead of time, we could plan what to pack with us for that day. But since that is not possible (yet), we believe that carrying a good “EDC” Kit for your 4X4 vehicle is a must. So we decided to put...
Do I Need Differential Lockers? Truth to be told is; even though not everybody needs differential lockers, everybody could use them at some point when off-roading. Most stock 4X4 vehicles come stock equipped with open differentials (Wrangler Rubicons, e-locker...
We decided to go play for a day at the Cinder Hills OHV Park up in Flagstaff. It was a blast and nobody broke anything (which is always good). We hit a couple of big hills, some figure 8’s and some fun, super soft trails all day long. Next, a little info about...
If you’ve been around the off road community for any length of time, you’ve heard about the front Dana 30 & the front Dana 44 axles not being strong enough for larger, oversized tires and occasionally you will hear about the axle housings cracking or bending due...
All vehicles require routine maintenance in order to ensure a long life, and off road vehicles are no exception. Because not all vehicles are driven the same, these are merely recommendations based on what we encounter here at the shop. You should get in the habit of...
Last Memorial Day Weekend, we at Summit 4X4 Company held our very first Memorial Day Mayhem Off-Road Course event. This event consisted of an obstacle competition, RTI ramps, free play and tons of fun. Here are some of the photos we managed to get: (High definition...
When you install larger tires, the weight, overall diameter and rolling resistance can result in unwanted stress being transferred to the axles and other components in your Jeep. The harder your drivetrain needs to work, the slower your vehicle will move. Due...
Last May Summit 4X4 Company and both 4×4 Clubs had the chance to join thousands of Jeep owners across the country on this traditional Jeep parade. We met up for coffee and breakfast at the shop and then we headed out to cruise around Downtown Prescott and around...
H! I am Laurie, an Arizona native (raised in California) married to my best friend, Allen. I am a mom, a grammie and total Jeep Girl! I have to admit I wasn’t too excited when Allen signed us up for our first Jeep adventure – it was the Jeep Jamboree in...
The Custom Jeep SUV: A Legacy of Adventure If there’s a car on the market that has potentially the most uncompromising history and legacy of excitement and adventure, it’s Jeep. This is a vehicle that has been around for over 75 years, and linked to action, adventure,...
Tackle the Trails with Class-Leading Off-Road Capability Jeep is known for a number of things: its legacy of quality that stretches back to World War II, its superior comfort and performance, and of course, its class-leading off-road capabilities. People who are...
Why Jeep and Camping Go Hand in Hand If there’s one thing a lot of Jeep owners have in common, it’s that they like to live an adventurous life. They love to get out of the city, into the wilds. They like to blaze trails and rough it, whether it’s in the desert, the...
