
Off Road Garage Podcast
By Jason @professorvontonswap/Jim @chupatj
Hosted by Jim and Jason along with regular guests

Off Road Garage Podcast Nov 21, 2023

Episode 91 Did the big three ruin wheeling?

Episode 90 Back at it again!

Episode 89 Living the van life with Becky B

Episode 88

Episode 87 all caught up

Episode 86 continuing with the recap

Episode 85 Back again all thanks to you!

Episode 84 with Brent from Tentrax !

Episode 83 with Tony Carvallo Part 2

Episode 82 with Tony Cavallo Part 1

Episode 81 Axles! To swap or not? 2.0

Episode 80 A Chupa Tj origin story

Episode 79 with Connor from Barnes 4WD

Episode 78 With John Grounds

Episode 77 and the return of @kittykatjk

Episode 76 We are back! *Contains adult language

Episode 75 Back for a minute
In this episode we are wrap up season 2 and update everyone on the current situation.

Episode 74 with Andy aka @thestomper
We got ahold of Truck night in America competitor and pilot of “The Stomper” Andy Hanna. We talk about his rad Yota build and how great the Offroad community has been! Be sure to check him out on YouTube on Turbos Toy box and on IG @thestomper.

Episode 73 with Cora from Torq-Masters Industries
In this episode we speak with Cora From Torq-Master Industries. She is the owner of the company and avid wheeler. We talk traction devices, Skottle cooking, welding and puppies.

Episode 72 with Katie aka @kittykatjk
In this episode we have a great time talking with Katie( aka @kittykatjk on IG). We talk about wheeling, Jeep life, Jeep problems and the carnage 38" tires can cause on a stock D30.

Episode 71 XPDN2 Recap part 2
Part 2 of #XPDN2 presented by Milestar tires recap. In this episode we pick up where we left off in episode 70. We would like to thank all the partners that helped make this event possible.
Big thanks to:
Milestar Tires
Rancho Suspensions
Fresh Coast Offroad
Trails Magazine
Ace Engineering & Fab
Torq-Masters Industries
All-Pro Off-road

Episode 70 XPDN2 Recap
We were lucky enough to be invited to #XPDN2 presented my Milestar tires. In this episode we discussed our normal last minute prep for the event, covered the events of day one, and thanked all the partners.
Big thanks to:
Milestar Tires
Rancho Suspensions
Fresh Coast Offroad
Trails Magazine
Ace Engineering & Fab
Torq-Masters Industries
All-Pro Off-road

Episode 69 Jim's woodland getaway recap
In this episode we talk about Jim's latest adventure into the woods for some relaxation and "responsible adult" wheeling.

Episode 68 with the V8 swap expert Tim Ryan
In this Episode Tim Ryan returns to talk about going out on his own and starting his own business V8 Swap Shop. Tim talks about his current projects he's working on and some wheeling trips he has been on. Just as a general warning we go down several rabbit holes in this episode.

Episode 67 with big news from Mickey Thompson Tire & Wheels!

Episode 66 Our friend Brian and his new ATV
In this episode we talk with our friend Brian Fullerton known best as @brianlawnmaintenance who just purchased a new Polaris ATV. It was fun to talk with Brian because he is also new to the off road world, so it was a good chance to cover some advice for the new ATV rider but also to hear that excitement we seasoned riders remember when we first got in to playing in the dirt. Brian also touches on his own personal life story and how with hard work he built a successful Lawn care company and YouTube channel that made buying that new ATV possible.

Episode 65 with The Man Called Yeti
In this episode we talk with the one and only The Man Called Yeti. From fabricating to long adventures in a TJ ww had a blast talking with him. #offroadgaragepodcast #inhardworkwetrust #yetibuilt #theyeti #jeep

Episode 64 with Josh from Kracker Fab Motorsports
In this episode we have the chance to talk with Josh from Kracker Fab Motorsports again. Josh gives us a recap of KOH this year with him racing his class 11 VW bug and the 4693 Jeep Zj in the stock class.

Episode 63 With John from Proving Grounds Racing
In this episode we talk with John Grounds of Proving Grounds Racing. John races Ultra 4 and his most recent race was KOH in the 4500 class. It was a lot of fun and we really appreciate the chance to talk with John.
#offroadgaragepodcast #provinggroundsracing #flyoffroad #summitracing #tomwoodsdriveshafts #Dirtyliferacewheels #Foxshocks #millermotorsports #bfgoodrich #RuggedRadios #kleinengines #CBMmotorsports #TeamFK #wilwood #prpseats #spidertrax #prideoutfitting #TYOR

Episode 62 Jim's recent Northern Michigan adventure
In this episode we start off with a huge thank you to Innova Auto for the package of automotive diagnostic tools we received. Then Jim talks about his weekend adventure with his wife up in Northern Michigan to check out some ice caves and more.

Episode 61 A Ramble in the freezing cold garage
In this episode we talk about KOH and more. We also go down several rabbit holes as always when we do a ramble.

Episode 60 with Phil from Max-Bilt
In this episode we talk with our friend Phil from Max-Bilt. We also get Adam to join later in the episode to talk with us about the Epic Willys adventure and how that got started.

Episode 59 Cabin Fever Run 2021 presented by Innova recap
We had a great time this year at the annual Cabin Fever Run with our friend Dr.Deathwobble. This year it was presented by Innova which helped having an automotive code scanner and a voltmeter on hand for some check engine lights and electrical issues. It was great to once again be in the woods with great friends, great food, and great wheeling. We want to also thank Max-Bilt ,New Holland Overland, Expedition Vehicle Outfitters, And all our friends for a great weekend.

Episode 58 amazing Baja 1000 stories and more with Bud Brutsman

Episode 57 with the return of Rob Bender Park

Episode 56 Off Road recap and getting ready for snow
In this episode we recap Jason's recent trip to the new local off road park Holly Oaks, Jim discusses getting prepared for winter wheeling and some ramble and rabbit holes as always.

Episode 55 with Thomas from 589 Fabrication
In this episode we talk with Thomas from a local Michigan Company 589 Fabrications. 589 Fabrication designs and produces a lot of great parts and accessory's to upgrade both midsize and full size trucks. Its a fun episode that goes off the rails at times but if you have a Ranger or Colorado pickup and are looking to upgrade or modify they are worth checking out.

Episode 54 with Jim from Optima Batteries
In this episode we get the opportunity to talk with Jim from Optima Batteries. Its truly a great episode full of awesome battery knowledge. Jim also cleared up some false rumors and misinformation about Optima and AGM style batteries. We would like to give a huge thanks to Jim and Optima batteries for this opportunity.

Episode 53 All about being prepared with Dark Angel Medical
In this episode we talk with Kerry Davis from @DarkAngelmedical about being prepared by having the correct medical kit for the garage or the next off road adventure.

Episode 52 with the one and only BeRadMoto
In this episode we talk with Brad also known as BeRadmoto and we talk about life on two wheels and his recent experience at the new local off road park.

Episode 51 all about Diesel Power! *contains explicit language
In this episode Eric from @motorcitydieselperformance drops some diesel engine knowledge bombs. We talk all about the advantages and disadvantages of diesel engines and of course we talk about smoky turbo power! #offroadgaragepodcast #motorcitydieselperformance #dieselpower #dieselmechanic #dieseloverland

Episode 50 with Ken form Expedition Vehicle outfitters
In this episode we talk with Ken Farley Jr. you might know best as Dr. Deathewobble and his new brand catering specifically to overland vehicle's called Expedition Vehicle Outfitters. We talk about what his new brand is all about and then it goes off the rails from there so put the kids to bed because it gets colorful!

Episode 49 Adventures in hotel cooking with Jim
In this episode Jim talks about his weekend adventure and gives helpful tips for hotel parking lot cooking.

Episode 48 off road lights and bright ideas
In this episode we talk about off road lights. We talk about what we have currently, What we had in the past, Why we have them, And what we would like to have.

Episode 47 with Cindy Pope
In this Episode we talk with Cindy Pope of Northology Adventures about overloading in the beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan. and we talk about the advent she runs called KOAR, The Keweenaw Overland Adventure Retreat. We also cover the need to protect our wild places and keep them clean.

Episode 46 ranting and upcoming episodes we are working on
In this episode we start with some rant about rubber duckies, Led lights and everything else Jay makes Memes about in his spare time. Jim talk about possible future tow rigs. We talk plans for Moab. We wrap it up with news about upcoming episodes.
#duckyourjeep #overland #overlanding #jeep #powerwagon #F250Tremor #ejs2021 #roadtomoab #Moabutah #RTT #GoFSR #Gofastcamper #vagabond_outdoors #goosegear #freshcoastoffroad #Drdeathwobble #yukongearandaxle @drdeathwobble @sevenslotsociety @goosegear @gofsr @gfc_usa @adventuremedicalkits @stormtrainingandconsultingllc

Episode 45 Jeep Jambo Coal Mountain recap
Jim rambles about his adventures to AOAA in Pennsylvania with Jeep Jamboree. The event was well run and a great time even though Rona changed things. Thanks to Dr. Deathwobble and Midland Radios for the opportunity!!

Episode 44 High speed in the desert with Ginsberg Fabrication

Episode 43 Branco lust and more
In this episode we finallay remember to do a listener ride! The guy who started it all John won this week. Then we move on to Jason's lust for the new Ford Bronco! We fall off into the weeds as normal then get back on track to discuss Michigan DNR ORV Stickers for licensed vehicles.
Don't forget to submit your rig nor the next listener Ride!

Episode 42 all about Kayaks with Kelly Blades
In this episode we had the opportunity to talk with Kelly Blades who is a professional Kayak instructor. Kelly has paddled both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans as well as whitewater stateside We talk about the different types of Kayak and which ones would be best suited for the Overland community and why.