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Lynnette Walczak

Since we’ve been married, my husband and I have owned 5 Jeeps (3 Wranglers and 2 Grand Cherokees). And when we’re not driving our own Jeep, we’re usually renting one (a 4x4 Wrangler on vacation). We keep a Jeep Bucket List of places that we’d like to go next, and we're always crossing more states off our list of 'Places That We’ve Jeeped in the USA'. As our daily driver, we keep the soft top on our Jeep Wrangler year round (and the back window permanently rolled up) so the dogs can enjoy the ride. Yep... even in the winter! I've been sharing my best Jeep ideas with others by blogging full-time since 1998. When I’m not Jeeping or writing about Jeeps, you'll find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites).

4WheelParts: Find Jeep Parts Online OR In Their Stores!

Did you know that 4WheelParts has actual stores where you can actually walk in and look around? Yep, these brick & mortar locations are in addition to their online store. Altogether they have nearly 50 stores. We visited the one in Nashville, TN. Here's what it was like...

We’re Getting A 3-Inch Lift Kit For The Jeep Unlimited

Ever since the day we got it, Jim has been wanting to add some lift to our Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Not much, just enough to give us a little breathing room offroad and allow us to put some bigger tires on the Jeep. Here is the lift kit we ultimately decided to get. Plus info about the new tires & wheels we'll be adding at the same time.

Fun Jeep Tours: Go Offroading With A Group!

Jeep tours are similar to Jeep rentals, but they're different in that Jeep tours are usually highly organized and structured. There is just enough flexibility built in to a Jeep tour that enables you to do some offroading while you're seeing the sights. Jeep tours are a great way to enjoy the outdoors while taking in the sights and having all of the "minor details'" taken care of for you

Jeep Window Storage: This Brilliant Roll-Up Cover Stores & Protects Your Jeep Soft Top Windows When They’re Removed!

When the soft top is down on our Jeep, we use the Clover Patch Jeep Window Cover to protect and store the Jeep's windows. We like this one best because the Clover Patch is an all-in-one system -- so everything stays in the Jeep! Yet it's completely out of the way and you don't even notice it's there.

10 Reasons To Buy A Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited TJ was introduced late in the 2004 model year. Jeep added the Rubicon trim to the Unlimited model in 2005. And the JK 4-door model with a longer wheelbase made its debut in 2007. Those who enjoy taking their Jeep Wranglers offroad will appreciate having even more room inside for passengers and cargo with the Unlimited model. But there's actually much more to the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited than just that...

Tips For Dogs Riding In Cars & Jeeps

Here's what we've learned, firsthand, about dogs riding in cars -- particularly, the safest way to travel with your dog in a car OR a Jeep. See how we secure our dogs in the backseat of the car or the Jeep -- without worrying about them falling out, jumping out, or roaming around too much.

The Tree Of Shame At Deal’s Gap

The Dragon's Tail has 318 curves in just 11 miles, so it's no surprise that there are some tragedies and mishaps along the way. Many of them are memorialized on the Tree of Shame. Jim and I took these photos the first time we rode the Tail of the Dragon. We stopped at Deal's Gap Motorcycle Resort, which is the home of the Tree of Shame.

Tail Of The Dragon: What This Deadly Stretch Of Road Is Like For Jeeps And Motorcycles

The Tail of the Dragon -- also called the Dragon's Tail -- is definitely a daredevil stretch of roadway. But that's not why we go there. We go there for the scenic views and a fun ride in the Jeep with the top down. I'm sure the motorcyclists hate us for that though. Here are pictures & fun facts about the Tail of the Dragon at Deal's Gap.

Have Jeep Will Travel… Offroading At Land Between The Lakes & Turkey Bay OHV Trails (Videos)

Thinking of going to Land Between the Lakes for some offroading? We've been there a couple of times... here are some pictures, maps, directions, and reviews. Plus, some off-road videos too -- filmed at Turkey Bay ORV Area!

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