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Determining the Tire Contact Patch

You buy new (and larger) tires and possibly wheels for your Jeep and you wonder what’s the proper pressure.  It’s often different than the stock tires since the larger tires are likely a different weight rating and constructed a bit different.  Finding your proper pressure is done by reading the contact patch. Just how do …

Jeep Wrangler JK VIN Guide

We’ve been compiling information to create a VIN decoder for the Wrangler JK Series which ran from 2007 to 2017.  Some information has been difficult to obtain as years have progressed, modifications will be made as it becomes available. The VIN plate on a JK can be easiest located through the front of the driver …

2017 Jeep Compass

PRESS RELEASE: All New 2017 Jeep Compass Auburn Hills, Mich. Nov 17, 2016 – The all-new 2017 Jeep Compass expands the brand’s global reach with an unmatched combination of attributes that includes legendary and best-in-class 4×4 off-road capability, advanced fuel-efficient powertrains, premium and authentic Jeep design, superior on-road driving dynamics, open-air freedom, and a host …

Go Jeeping – Up Hill Driving Technique

Many types of terrain will be encountered when off road, hills can be some of the most fun.  Personally, I enjoy hills more than just about anything else, especially uphill.  Up hill driving requires some technique to do it well and there are usually a few approaches to getting up the hill.  Some methods may …

Jeep Wrangler 2017 Model Changes

It’s likely 2017 will be the final year of the JK.  Hard to believe that 10 years have passed since the release of the first ever four door Wrangler that caused such a stir in the Jeep community.  The controversial Jeep quickly turned into possibly the most successful open roof style Jeep model ever.  Just …

3K JK – From Stock to Trail Worthy with $3K -ish

We get many questions from Jeepers..many new Jeep owners ask us what they should do to get their Jeep on the trail and keep their budget under control.  At jeepfan.com we represent the “everybody” Jeep – the ones that get driven every day to the ole’ grind but also have some weekend fun on the …

FCA Affiliate Rewards Through Tread Lightly

If you didn’t know about Tread Lightly! here is what they say about themselves… Tread Lightly! and its partners lead a national initiative to protect and enhance recreation access and opportunities by promoting outdoor ethics to heighten individuals’ sense of good stewardship. Tread Lightly!’s goal is to balance the needs of the people who enjoy …

Jeep 75th Anniversary Special Editions

2016 marks the 75th anniversary of the Jeep.  Hard to believe that so many years have passed since 1941 and the Jeep just keeps going.  FCA just announced it will be introducing a 75th anniversary model for each of the Jeep vehicles from the Renegade to the Wrangler. The Special-edition vehicles, available in the first …

Jeep Quadra-Trac 4wd System

The Quadra-Trac name is used on a variety of Jeep full-time 4WD systems.  It was available on several Jeep vehicles over a span of years.  Often the name Quadra-Trac name was used to refer to the full time 4wd system even though many of the systems operated differently and were even made by different manufacturers. …

2016 Jeep Wrangler Backcountry Edition

Jeep keeps the special editions coming..the 2016 Jeep Wrangler Backcountry Edition is the newest addition and it’s pretty unique.  While most of the special editions are regular Wranglers with special paint and features some offer items worth a look. Inspired by winter athletes who battle the elements to go beyond the boundaries and make the unbelievable …

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