In this episode, we talk with Jared Petiprin from America's Most Wanted 4x4 and David Johnson from Northridge 4x4. We largely discuss Jared path into creating America's Most Wanted 4x4, the company at the forefront in creating hemi conversions for your Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator. They offer a standard Hemi, the Hellcat, Demon and Hellephant variants in both conversions and turnkey. David tells us about his work building the conversion for his customers from all over in the Northwest. You get a real look into what it takes to create successful businesses and some great info on the product lines. Episode 666 brings you this "Hell" themed content; hope you enjoy. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

America's Most Wanted 4x4 Hemi product line:

345 (5.7) 425hp/410tq -- JK, JL, JT

392 (6.4) 505hp/475tq -- JK, JL, JT

426 (7.2) 606hp/609tq -- JK, JL, JT

Hellcat 383 (6.2) Supercharged 707hp/650tq -- JL, JT

Demon 383 (6.2) Supercharged 840hp/770tq -- JL

Hellephant 426 (7.0) 1000hp/950tq -- JL, JT

Demon 383 (6.2) Supercharged 1025hp/945tq -- JL, JT

https://amw4x4.com

https://northridge4x4.com

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In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T installed the Novak shifter linkage upgrade. We discuss clock spring failures, retorquing your beadlock ring bolts, a lubing maintenance checklist. Gary H installed a Banks Pedal Monster on the tow rig, instantly converting it in a race truck! Lol. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Shifter linker discussed:

https://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/shifters/jk-cable-shifter-upgrade-kit.html

Events

Yukon Offroad Nights, May 30, 4-8pm, Auburn Car Repair & Offroad, Auburn WA.

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

Vernal Rock Rally, June 11 - 13, 2026, Vernal, UT.

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

60th Annual All-4-Fun Event, July 25-Aug1, 2026, Gunnison, CO.

74thJeepers Jamboree, July 24-26, 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree

47th Annual Jeep Jamboree, Jul7 31-Aug 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree.

59th Annual Sierra Trek, August 6-9, 2026, Meadow Lake CA

WE Rock Western Series Round 3, Aug 14-15, Moon Rock, OHV, Reno NV.

2026 Moab Labor Day Safari,Sep 5-7, Moab UT

4 Corners 4x4 Week - Fall Crawl, Sept 9-11, Chokecherry Canyon, Farmington, NM

WE Rock Grand Nationals 2026, Sept 12-13 Chokecherry Canyon, Farmington, NM

Land Use Call To Action

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• BRC Has filed as an intervenor

• Rescind Minimalization Rule
• BRC has met with the White House. They are inching closer to recission of the minimalization rule. Get your comments in to push this one over the top.
• Join the Dispersed Camping Access Alliance
• For club officers and other organization authorized signers only: Minimization Criteria Organization Petition
• BRC Files Notice of AppealLon Utah SR9 Camping Closures Near Zion
• BLM Rescinds the Public Lands Rule
• Rescind Minimization Executive Orders Petition - Please sign.

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T is working on Wheeling America 2025 videos. Gary H made more progress on tearing down the race jeep in prep fore reconstructive surgery. Also bought batteries for the tow rig. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Shifter linker discussed:

https://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/shifters/jk-cable-shifter-upgrade-kit.html

Events

Yukon Offroad Nights, May 30, 4-8pm, Auburn Car Repair & Offroad, Auburn WA.

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

Vernal Rock Rally, June 11 - 13, 2026, Vernal, UT.

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

60th Annual All-4-Fun Event, July 25-Aug1, 2026, Gunnison, CO.

74thJeepers Jamboree, July 24-26, 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree

47th Annual Jeep Jamboree, Jul7 31-Aug 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree.

59th Annual Sierra Trek, August 6-9, 2026, Meadow Lake CA

WE Rock Western Series Round 3, Aug 14-15, Moon Rock, OHV, Reno NV.

2026 Moab Labor Day Safari,Sep 5-7, Moab UT

4 Corners 4x4 Week - Fall Crawl, Sept 9-11, Chokecherry Canyon, Farmington, NM

WE Rock Grand Nationals 2026, Sept 12-13 Chokecherry Canyon, Farmington, NM

Land Use Call To Action

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• BRC Has filed as an intervenor

• Rescind Minimalization Rule
• BRC has met with the White House. They are inching closer to recission of the minimalization rule. Get your comments in to push this one over the top.
• Join the Dispersed Camping Access Alliance
• For club officers and other organization authorized signers only: Minimization Criteria Organization Petition
• BRC Files Notice of AppealLon Utah SR9 Camping Closures Near Zion
• BLM Rescinds the Public Lands Rule
• Rescind Minimization Executive Orders Petition - Please sign.

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T did some work on his daily driver. Gary H finally got in the garage and started tearing down the Jeep. But first more lights were needed. So a quick trip to HF and a smart outlet brings voice control to the garage. And a little AI talk to keep the tech bros happy. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Shifter linker discussed:

https://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/shifters/jk-cable-shifter-upgrade-kit.html

Events

4th Annual Swap Meet and Offroad Show n'Shine, May 9, Firorgi;s & O'Malley's, Rathdrum ID

33rdt Annual Spring Willys Reunion, May 15, 2026, Hilton Garden Inn, North Canton OH

Go Topless Day, Saturday May 16th, 2026

Yukon Offroad Nights, May 30, 4-8pm, Auburn Car Repair & Offroad, Auburn WA.

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

Vernal Rock Rally, June 11 - 13, 2026, Vernal, UT.

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

60th Annual All-4-Fun Event, July 25-Aug1, 2026, Gunnison, CO.

74thJeepers Jamboree, July 24-26, 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree

47th Annual Jeep Jamboree, Jul7 31-Aug 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree.

59th Annual Sierra Trek, August 6-9, 2026, Meadow Lake CA

WE Rock Western Series Round 3, Aug 14-15, Moon Rock, OHV, Reno NV.

Land Use Call To Action

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• BRC Has filed as an intervenor

• Rescind Minimalization Rule
• BRC has met with the White House. They are inching closer to recission of the minimalization rule. Get your comments in to push this one over the top.
• Join the Dispersed Camping Access Alliance
• For club officers and other organization authorized signers only: Minimization Criteria Organization Petition
• BRC Files Notice of AppealLon Utah SR9 Camping Closures Near Zion
• BLM Rescinds the Public Lands Rule

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T did some work on his daily driver. Gary H finally got in the garage and started tearing down the Jeep. But first more lights were needed. So a quick trip to HF and a smart outlet brings voice control to the garage. And a little AI talk to keep the tech bros happy. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Shifter linker discussed:

https://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/shifters/jk-cable-shifter-upgrade-kit.html

Events

4th Annual Swap Meet and Offroad Show n'Shine, May 9, Firorgi;s & O'Malley's, Rathdrum ID

33rdt Annual Spring Willys Reunion, May 15, 2026, Hilton Garden Inn, North Canton OH

Go Topless Day, Saturday May 16th, 2026

Yukon Offroad Nights, May 30, 4-8pm, Auburn Car Repair & Offroad, Auburn WA.

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

Vernal Rock Rally, June 11 - 13, 2026, Vernal, UT.

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

60th Annual All-4-Fun Event, July 25-Aug1, 2026, Gunnison, CO.

74thJeepers Jamboree, July 24-26, 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree

47th Annual Jeep Jamboree, Jul7 31-Aug 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree.

59th Annual Sierra Trek, August 6-9, 2026, Meadow Lake CA

WE Rock Western Series Round 3, Aug 14-15, Moon Rock, OHV, Reno NV.

Land Use Call To Action

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• BRC Has filed as an intervenor

• Rescind Minimalization Rule
• BRC has met with the White House. They are inching closer to recission of the minimalization rule. Get your comments in to push this one over the top.
• Join the Dispersed Camping Access Alliance
• For club officers and other organization authorized signers only: Minimization Criteria Organization Petition
• BRC Files Notice of AppealLon Utah SR9 Camping Closures Near Zion
• BLM Rescinds the Public Lands Rule

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T did some work on the camper, we cover some fun listener emails, and other shenanigans. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Events

4th Annual Swap Meet and Offroad Show n'Shine, May 9, Firorgi;s & O'Malley's, Rathdrum ID

33rdt Annual Spring Willys Reunion, May 15, 2026, Hilton Garden Inn, North Canton OH

Go Topless Day, Saturday May 16th, 2026

Yukon Offroad Nights, May 30, 4-8pm, Auburn Car Repair & Offroad, Auburn WA.

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

Vernal Rock Rally, June 11 - 13, 2026, Vernal, UT.

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

60th Annual All-4-Fun Event, July 25-Aug1, 2026, Gunnison, CO.

74thJeepers Jamboree, July 24-26, 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree

47th Annual Jeep Jamboree, Jul7 31-Aug 2026, Rubicon Trail. Hosted by Jeepers Jamboree.

59th Annual Sierra Trek, August 6-9, 2026, Meadow Lake CA

WE Rock Western Series Round 3, Aug 14-15, Moon Rock, OHV, Reno NV.

Land Use Call To Action

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• BRC Has filed as an intervenor

• Rescind Minimalization Rule
• BRC has met with the White House. They are inching closer to recission of the minimalization rule. Get your comments in to push this one over the top.
• Join the Dispersed Camping Access Alliance
• For club officers and other organization authorized signers only: Minimization Criteria Organization Petition
• BRC Files Notice of AppealLon Utah SR9 Camping Closures Near Zion

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T attended an offroad recovery clinic. We talk about some of the learned lessons around winch safety and recovery techniques. And we cover some fun listener emails. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Events

Trail Hero X May 2-3, 2026

Trail Hero Expeditions, May3-9, 2026

4th Annual Swap Meet and Offroad Show n'Shine, May 9, Firorgi;s & O'Malley's, Rathdrum ID

33rdt Annual Spring Willys Reunion, May 15, 2026, Hilton Garden Inn, North Canton OH

Go Topless Day, Saturday May 16th, 2026

Yukon Offroad Nights, May 30, 4-8pm, Auburn Car Repair & Offroad, Auburn WA.

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

Vernal Rock Rally, June 11 - 13, 2026, Vernal, UT.

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

Land Use Call To Action

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• BRC Has filed as an intervenor

• Rescind Minimalization Rule
• BRC has met with the White House. They are inching closer to recission of the minimalization rule. Get your comments in to push this one over the top.
• Join the Dispersed Camping Access Alliance
• For club officers and other organization authorized signers only: Minimization Criteria Organization Petition

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T attended the Cabin Fever event in Idaho. And Gary and Shawn did some wheeling with James. Tripple 7's, Double Sammy, Milt's Mile, Rattlesnake Gulch. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Events

Boise Off-Road & Outdoor Expo, April 24-25, Expo Idaho, Garden City ID

Trail Hero X May 2-3, 2026

Trail Hero Expeditions, May3-9, 2026

4th Annual Swap Meet and Offroad Show n'Shine, May 9, Firorgi;s & O'Malley's, Rathdrum ID

33rdt Annual Spring Willys Reunion, May 15, 2026, Hilton Garden Inn, North Canton OH

Go Topless Day, Saturday May 16th, 2026

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

Vernal Rock Rally, June 11 - 13, 2026, Vernal, UT.

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

Land Use Call To Action

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• BRC Has filed as an intervenor
• Rescind Minimalization Rule
• BRC has met with the White House. They are inching closer to recission of the minimalization rule. Get your comments in to push this one over the top.
• Join the Dispersed Camping Access Alliance
• For club officers and other organization authorized signers only: Minimization Criteria Organization Petition

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. Gary T recovered his jeep from a fully dead battery James is in town visiting St. George and we do some wheeling on Resurrection, Sliplock Gulch, and Johns Trail. James also has a fully developed conspiracy theory that might have some legitimacy to it. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Events

2026 Easter Jeep Safarii, March 28 - April 5, 2026, Moab UT.

Hefty Haul. Out at Walker Valley OHV, April 11, 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Mt Vernon WA

27th Anniversary North Idaho Trail Blazer's Cabin Fever, April 11, 2026, Kellogg, ID.

Midwest Overlanding & Off-Road Expo MOORE, April 17-18, 2024 Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, Springfield MO

Boise Off-Road & Outdoor Expo, April 24-25, Expo Idaho, Garden City ID

Trail Hero X May 2-3, 2026

Trail Hero Expeditions, May3-9, 2026

4th Annual Swap Meet and Offroad Show n'Shine, May 9, Firorgi;s & O'Malley's, Rathdrum ID

33rdt Annual Spring Willys Reunion, May 15, 2026, Hilton Garden Inn, North Canton OH

Go Topless Day, Saturday May 16th, 2026

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

Land Use Call To Action

New

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• Proposed Closure Threatens Access to Yakee Boy Basin CO

• Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife Rule could close OJV Access on 1m Acres.

• Minnesota SF 1245 Could Close 4.2 Million Acres to OHV Access
• Death to Free, Dispersed Camper By A Thousand Cuts

Existing

Historic Roadways Protection Act Clears Senate Committee

Need more comments for Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act

Rescind Minimalization Rule

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

In this episode, we talk about what's been going on with us this week. . Gary T tells us about work on his buddy's Jeep Gladiator. Adding a dual battery tray and ARB air compressor. Tune in to hear a fresh new episode of The Jeepcast. Look for bonus content at patreon.com/thejeepcast.

Events

2026 Easter Jeep Safarii, March 28 - April 5, 2026, Moab UT.

Hefty Haul. Out at Walker Valley OHV, April 11, 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Mt Vernon WA

27th Anniversary North Idaho Trail Blazer's Cabin Fever, April 11, 2026, Kellogg, ID.

Midwest Overlanding & Off-Road Expo MOORE, April 17-18, 2024 Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, Springfield MO

Boise Off-Road & Outdoor Expo, April 24-25, Expo Idaho, Garden City ID

Trail Hero X May 2-3, 2026

Trail Hero Expeditions, May3-9, 2026

4th Annual Swap Meet and Offroad Show n'Shine, May 9, Firorgi;s & O'Malley's, Rathdrum ID

33rdt Annual Spring Willys Reunion, May 15, 2026, Hilton Garden Inn, North Canton OH

Go Topless Day, Saturday May 16th, 2026

Rock Junction, June 3 - June 7, Grand Junction, CO

Rocky Mountain Offroad Expo, June 6, Grand Junction, CO

15h Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, June 12-14, 2026

37th Annual PNW Trail Jamboree, July 7th thru 12, Jim Sprick Park, Nile WA.

Products

Genesis Offroad Gen 3 Dual Battery System

Epic Kraken Tire Inflation System Kit

ARB Twin Air Compressor

Torqlift Supertruss

Land Use Call To Action

New

• Mojave Desert WEMO Plan
• Proposed Closure Threatens Access to Yakee Boy Basin CO

• Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife Rule could close OJV Access on 1m Acres.

• Minnesota SF 1245 Could Close 4.2 Million Acres to OHV Access
• Death to Free, Dispersed Camper By A Thousand Cuts

Existing

Historic Roadways Protection Act Clears Senate Committee

Need more comments for Outdoor Americans with Disabilities Act

Rescind Minimalization Rule

--Visit Northridge4x4.com for all your Jeep needs and listen for a special coupon code. And follow us @thejeepcast on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.