Off Road Podcast 429 – Listener Ride Josh & His PNW Trip

This episode of the Off Road Podcast is Sponsored by WARN, Colby Valve, and 4Patriots.

Tonight, Aaron stares at the sun, Coy’s FJ pays the ultimate price, & Ben hits the woods

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.  Your hosts tonight are Aaron, Coy, my name is Ben, and we are joined tonight by Josh, our stalker.  Welcome to the show.

Coy – Moab

Aaron – Didn’t go to the Oregon coast to see the solar eclipse.  Did some vehicle maintenance with the kids.

Ben – went on a forest cleanup vehicle check to grab a vin

Josh – 

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Listener feedback

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Love the podcast! I have been building an overland vehicle out of a 2013 Nissan Titan Pro 4x. I LOVE that truck.

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News brought to you by Colby Valve

• Carbuzz – Ford Battles Chinese Bronco Copycats By Officially Selling One
  • Many Chinese brands have tried to mimic the Ford Bronco for their home market Jetour with the Traveler and Great Wall Motor (GWM) with the Haval Cool Dog. 
  • Chinese off-road enthusiasts will finally get the real deal approved by the Blue Oval company through the Jiangling-Ford joint venture.
  • The off-roader does have a “FORD” wordmark on the top left corner of the Bronco badge on the grille and Chinese letterings on the tailgate
  • We can also see a few differences in dimensions, probably because of equipment, but the wheelbase remains at 116.1 inches. The off-roader also has 5,046 lbs of curb weight and 45-degree approach and 37-degree departure angles.
  • The Chinese Bronco will use a locally-produced (by Changan Ford Motor Co., Ltd.) 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-four engine that makes 271 horsepower and 336 lb-ft torque. These are lower than the 300 hp of the US-spec 2.3-liter EcoBoost but have higher torque.
  • No gearbox option was revealed, but reports from China indicated that it’s coming with an eight-speed automatic transmission, as opposed to the 10-speed used in America.
  • Only the base four-door version will be available in the Chinese market, leaving out higher-end trims like the Bronco Raptor.
• Carbuzz – Australia’s Nissan Patrol Warrior Is Overlanding Perfection
  • Nissan Australia has revealed a hardcore version of the unstoppable Patrol (known to us as the Armada) for adventurers and off-road enthusiasts.
  • described as “tailor-made for Australian conditions.
  • Premcar receives standard satellite navigation, blind spot warning, power-operated leather seats, and emergency braking, among other features. The Premcar team focused on four key areas to improve the Patrol.
  • Let’s start with the off-road capability. The Warrior has greater ground clearance than the stock SUV, Yokohama G015 295/70 all-terrain tires, and a new tow bar design to accommodate the full-size spare tire. Premcar has also made several improvements to the suspension.
  • The Patrol Warrior sits 2 inches taller than the standard Ti and boasts a 1.57-inch wider track compared to the standard model. The approach and departure angles are 40 and 23.3 degrees, respectively.
  • redeveloped the front springs and replaced the rear ones with new multi-rate springs. The Hydraulic Body Motion Control system has also been tuned while a new rear bump-stop has been fitted. The naturally aspirated 5.6-liter V8 engine has been left untouched, but a new bi-modal exhaust system delivers 400 horsepower with a mellifluous growl.
  • exterior benefits from a new front bumper, bash plate, and fender flares, all of which give the Patrol an aggressive look. The standard chrome grille makes way for a sinister black-painted finish, which matches the rear valance panel and mirror caps. Warrior decals, badging finish, and 18-inch wheels

Main Topic powered by WARN  

Fast Five Facts   

1. New or old vehicle? 

2. Summer or winter camping?

3. Rock, Sand, Snow or Mud?

4. Favorite vehicle brand?

5. Favorite tire?

Any recommendations for someone new to off-roading 

Tell us about you

How did you get started in off-roading?  

What was the first vehicle you took off road?

What’s your favorite rig to hit the trail in?

What’s your most embarrassing moment on the trail?

Do you have a biggest win on the trail?

Where is your favorite place to wheel?

Any places you want to go that you haven’t gone to?

Tell us about your Rig

Make & Model

List of common bolt ons

List of custom fab stuff

What your plans are for it for the future

Tell Us about your Trip

Where did you go?
How long were you gone for?

Is this the 1st time you have taken a trip like this?

How did wheeling compare to your home state

How would you explain BLM to those that don’t have public land in your state.

Besides meeting Ben, Coy, & Aaron, what are some highlights from your trip?

Rank how  the off road podcasts hosts would place 1st 2nd 3rd in a nerf gun battle

Did you have to do any maintenance while you were on the road?

Last question, Where can our listeners find you?

• Facebook- 
• Youtube-
• Instagram-
• Web- 

Next Week:  Moab Trip Report

Closing Statements

Thanks everyone who listens to us weekly and also to those who watch us live on YouTube.  We really appreciate you.  Please share us with your friends and help us grow.  God bless America!
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