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This episode of the Off Road Podcast is Sponsored by WARN, Medical Gear Outfitters, and Colby Valve.

Tonight, Aaron walks a marathon, Jeremy plans an outing, & Coy gets slammed 

 Welcome to the off-road podcast. A podcast about everything off-road. We cover the news, review products, and interview people in the off road industry.  Tonight I’m here with Aaron & Coy. My name is Jeremy.  Welcome to the show.

The week in review is brought to you by Medical gear outfitters

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Jeremy – did some planning for our snow camping trip. 

Aaron –  Made it through Shot Show.  Fixed my son’s RC truck

Coy – New suspension is inbound.  Snow trip boner engaged.

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Listener Feedback

Patriotpatch.co 

We also want to thank our sponsor Patriot Patch. Head over to Patriotpatch.co and check out their selection of great patches, shirts, cleaning mats, signs , and stickers.  You can also join the patch of the month club for 15 bucks and receive a patch, matching sticker, and artist proof each month.

News brought to you by Colby Valve

Since we are talking lockers, here’s a news article about locking up a tire

• JLs Can Now Copy The Bronco With Turn Assist
  • Aftermarket kit called Tazer Mini
  • Uses a dongle that allows the owner to modify software features on their Wranglers & Gladiators
  • The inside tire locking feature is activated using factory buttons on the steering wheel
  • Tazer costs $329
• Ford Bronco Raptor
  • 3.0l twin turbo V6
  • 37×12.50 tires
  • 5,700lbs
  • 8.6” wider track
  • Starts at $69,995
  • People who have preexisting orders can upgrade to the Bronco

Main Topic powered by WARN  

Uses

When to use

• Obstacles
  • Reminder when going down
• Mud/Snow
• Drag Racing

When not to use

• On road

How to engage

Types (and costs):

• Non selectable
  • Spool
    • Always on, Strongest
    • No ability to turn tires at different rates. Transfers a lot of force to other components.
    • $230
  • Limited slip
    • Always on
    • Con: Limit to how much torque can be transferred. Uses a clutch that will wear out. Less traction than a true locker
    • $340
  • Automatic Lockers (Detroit/lunchbox locker)
    • Con: noisy, harsh and can affect handling
    • $494

• Selectable
  • Pros: Only there when you want it. Does not affect on road driving
  • Cons: Price
  • Electronic (electromagnet)
    • Requires a switch
    • Limits to when you can engage factory e lockers
    • $ 1,245
  • Cable (zip locker)
    • Requires you to run a cable
    • $999
  • Air
    • Requires an air source
    • $1,050

Cost to install 

Closing Statements

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Don’t Forget to visit Patriot Patch and join the patch of the month club. Check out our Gaia affiliate link for up to 40% off. Also, don’t forget to head over to Warn, Medical Gear Outfitters, and Colby Valve to see all their great gear. We are a proud part of the firearms radio network. Got a question or comment?  Send it to us through our webpage at firearmsradio.net or through our social media channels by searching for Off Road Podcast.  Also, you can listen to us live at overlandradio.com Mondays at 7pm Pacific.  When offroad please remember to have fun, tread lightly, be safe and courteous. Thanks for listening.