ROKTAXI wrote:
Mountainman wrote:
Were you limited at all with your KJ, and do you have lockers?
I've been training myself to rappel and ascend ropes specifically for The Maze, but wasn't sure if my jeep would make it. (245/75 duratracs, DTT front, OX rear).
Thanks!
I have the same tire size as you, but run BFG T/A KO2's The DT's were not up to that type of terrain for my liking and much noisier. I use to run KM 2's but am MUCH happier with the T/A's. Many of my piers who run (Jeep JKU's) on much more aggressive trails, are now switching to the T/A KO2's and the new KO3's. Better traction / wear.
I also have DTT up front, but the stock limited slip rear. I put more emphasis on pulling power than pushing power / traction.
Depending on what section of The Maze you go to, the terrain can be just lumpy bumpy or challenging. The Teapot section has the most challenge. It's the "gate keeper" of The Maze.
The only "problem" I had was rubbing on extreme articulation. But that's because I have NO front or rear sway bars. After this trip I plan on putting extended bump stops front & back. I've just been putting it off. Now it priority.
I'm way past being able (more mentally than physically) for rapping. I get into enough situations just hiking!
Many thanks for the reply! I ran stock sized KO2's before the DT's, and they worked really well on rocky terrain. I haven't really tested the DT's in the desert/rock yet, but I switched to DT's for deep snow (more aggressive). I might end up switching back, but I've been impressed with the mild noise so far, but they only have about 6k miles, hopefully they don't get louder.
You think removing the sway bars help significantly with articulation? Is it still safe at 70 mph?
I got the hockey pucks recently myself
I can't resist short rock climbs while hiking canyons, and finally decided I need to start using ropes for safety