Snail Trail 4x4 Offroad Podcast

Episode 700 is a milestone — and Jimmy and Tyler marked it by getting off their chairs and going on location. They recorded this one inside an airplane hangar at TK1's facility in the Lincoln, CA, sitting down with Garrett to finally get the full story on a company they've been recommending for years. Most SnailTrail listeners know TK1 for one thing: sway bars. But the real story is wilder than th...

This Week's Callers Text Msg 1: Camping Stoves Caller 1: Zac from OKC tells us about a BJ Caller 2: Josh from SoCal talks about different camping setups Caller 3: Josh from SoCal asks about RTT Caller 5: Rover Don talks about the Snow Camping Trip Caller 6: Richard from Atlanta is becoming a Toyota Lover Join Our Discord: https://discord.gg/yFyFFkQbuyCome hang out with us on the SnailTrail4x4 Disc...

This week, Jimmy and Tyler catch up on two very different 4Runner projects — and somehow both of them involve things that were bent, broken, or seized in ways nobody's seen before. Jimmy's 4Runner "Samantha" is making progress. He spent the week fabricating temporary shock towers out of scrap steel, getting the shocks roughly mounted, and articulating the suspension to figure out how much travel h...

Happy Monday, everybody. This week, Tyler and I are getting into lockers — specifically, which locker is actually best for the situation you're in. We covered the basics back in episode 460, so if you're brand new to this stuff, go check that one out first. Today we're going deeper: we ran through the main use cases — mud, sand, snow, rock crawling, high-speed Baja-style, and more — and debated wh...

This Week's Callers Caller 1: K5 Rob likes his diesel heater Caller 2: Nick from MT hints at Camping vs. Glamping Caller 3: Nick from MT suggests AT and siped tires for the snow Caller 4: Nick from MT talks about Homeless vs Unhoused Caller 5: Uncle Weirdo says Thanks Caller 6: Jeff from Morgan talks about forgiveness Caller 7: Richard from Atlanta says his wife is going on a girls' trip, maybe he...

It was Easter weekend, and Tyler spent some time with the family, teaching Baby Reid how to do an egg hunt. Jimmy, even though he was hungover, went wine tasting and camping with the Assistant. But, maybe the biggest update is with the 4Runner, formerly called the Mule. SnailTrail4x4 Discord: https://discord.gg/yFyFFkQbuyCome hang out with us on the SnailTrail4x4 Discord — it's the easiest way to...

Learning how to off-road isn’t just about hitting the trail—it’s about building skills, confidence, and doing it the right way. This week, Tyler and Jimmy sit down with Sierra Nevada Off Road Academy (Jason and CJ) to talk about how they’re helping everyone from complete beginners to experienced wheelers sharpen their abilities. From trail etiquette to technical driving tips, this episode is all a...

This Week's Callers Caller 1: Jeff from Morgan likes the Warn 8274 Caller 2: Logan tells everyone about his trail tool setup in the FJ40 Caller 3: Nick from MT gives everyone some life advice Caller 4: Uncle Weirdo says he keeps notes all the time Caller 5: Uncle Weirdo wants to know about an MF compressor and full-size rigs CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you even more!!...

This week for Jimmy was all about getting ready for the world-famous Easter Party. There was a lot of yard cleaning and Easter Egg making that had to happen. Tyler, on the other hand, did a little bit of work on Kermit and told us about Surety Bonds. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Podcast. But our next giveaway is when we reach 800 reviews; we are giving away an OnX Elite Membership. W...

Tyler and Jimmy discuss key features you should be looking at when you are considering buying a used vehicle. From scratches under the axles to mileage, they talk about all the important factors of a used vehicle. Along with maybe some other factors to simply not buy. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Podcast. But our next giveaway is when we reach 800 reviews; we are giving away an OnX E...

This Week's Callers Caller 1: Scott from Pinegrove says she needs internet at the new house Caller 2: No Name says he is a full-size guy with a K5 Blazer and a 4-wheel camper Caller 3: Says sorry, his name is ROB with the K5 Blazer Caller 4: Keith from BC tells everyone about battery isolators Caller 5: Justin from TX talks about bleeding the brakes Caller 6: Uncle Weirdo tells everyone about his...

Samantha is moving forward. After the collision last week, 4wheel underground Brian and Jimmy talked, and they figured out what to do. Tyler decided to run away this weekend, and he didn't want to join the circus. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Podcast. But our next giveaway is when we reach 800 reviews; we are giving away an OnX Elite Membership. We will also give away an OnX Elite me...

Even though everyone isn't quite sure yet what actually happened to the Mule. Tyler talks about his breakage with the Mule. What actually happened, what broke, and what needs to be fixed. Tyler was holding off talking about it for so long because he wanted to make sure everything was worked out and had a good understanding of all parties involved. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Podcast...

This Week's Callers Caller 1: Alex from Botches offroad comments on Botching it Caller 2: Gnarly Marley says you can surf, ski, and white water raft where he lives Caller 3: Alex from Botches has some book suggestions for Zac from OKC Caller 4: Jeff Morgan from OR talks about mile marker hubs Caller 5: Jeff from OR, talk more about Elockers Caller 6/7: Nick from MT talks about Mental Health CALL U...

Jimmy didn't go anywhere this weekend, but he didn't have a lot of free time to work on Samantha. He spent the weekend working on the Garden Fence. However, he did get the normal Thursday shift with Husmann, and they ran into a few issues with the front suspension. Tyler traveled out of town this weekend, down to Overland Expo SoCal, and he tells everyone about his adventure. GEAR—Gun Empowerment...

Tyler and Jimmy recap the adventure they had on the SnailTrail4x4 Snow Camping Trip. It was a fantastic time with a lot of different vehicles. From meeting at Stumpy Meadows and waiting for Lee, to making to the summit of Hartless Peak. They might have been one of the first 10 vehicles to summit the mountain. Learn More about Uncle Tom's Cabin: https://www.snailtrail4x4.com/587-uncle-tom/ MORRFlat...

This Week's Callers Caller 1: FU Bob talks about duty bags Caller 2: Spam Call Text 1: Cam from So Call wants to know about his Camping or Glamping setup Caller 3: Nick from MT needs a video from PRP Caller 4: Wreck-it-Rob says congrats to all KOH drivers Caller 5: Rover Don says he likes back door action Caller 6: Nathan from Pittsburgh likes the Harbor Freight packouts Caller 7: Zac from OKC say...

With all this beautiful weather, Tyler is going to take the tracks off, Kermit. He also gives us some updates on what else needs to be fixed on Kermit. Jimmy talks about his weekend backwards. From Sunday working on the Garden Fence to Thursday welding on Samantha. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Podcast. But our next giveaway is when we reach 800 reviews; we are giving away an OnX Elit...

The Snailboys sit down with Chris from Meanstreet Racing to talk about their KOH experience. From the Pre-running to the crazy dune hills chris breaks down the entire race. He even tells us about how this was the second time in a year that Sherpa Motorsports was the one to get them back on all four wheels. Its a great story, you will have to listen in. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Po...

This Week's Callers Caller 1: Wreck-it-Rob Talk about Alex from South Carolina Caller 2: Wreck-it-Rob says his daughter is unhoused Caller 3: Travis says Glamping is being served Caller 4: Tyler from Indiana asks what is Van Life? Caller 5: Ales from Botches Off-road now likes diesel heaters. Caller 6: Richard from Atlanta asks why poop is gross Caller 7: Richard from Atlanta talks about driving o...

Tyler breaks down the last two weeks of craziness that he has gone through after Northern California was bombarded with a massive snowstorm. Tyler watches over the NorCal 4x4 Rescue page on Facebook, and he helps organize volunteers to go and help people in need. During this crazy storm, there were multiple people who needed rescuing on the Mormon Emigrant Trail. All in all, there was five vehicle...

Mike McGarity sits down with Tyler and Jimmy this week to talk about the 2,200 miles of trails that were taken from the off-road community in Mojave, CA. The bigger issue is not that we are losing the trails its how it all happened. The simple explanation is that a Federal Judge said yes, close the trails without talking to anyone else. He didn't follow the order of operations to make these closer...

This Week's Callers Caller 1: Richard from Atlanta calls to talk about Tires Caller 2: Richard from Atlanta talks about turning around Caller 3: Beer Craig says get rid of the Mule Caller 4: Richard from Atlanta is in disgust about snow wheeling... Why? Caller 5/6: Alex from South Caralina give everyone his Camping vs Glamping thoughts CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you...

Tyler tells everyone about the new vehicle he acquired. It doesn't run; it needs a bit of love, but it's going to be an awesome addition to the MF fleet. Jimmy was supposed to go snow camping this last weekend, but with so much snow, they all decided to go to the cabin instead. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Podcast. But our next giveaway is when we reach 800 reviews; we are giving awa...

In a quick attempt to catch up on SnailMails, Jimmy and Tyler dedicated a Mondays episode to some voicemails. Caller 1: Nick from Montana talks about Camping vs Glamping Caller 2: Nathan from Pittsburg says congrats Caller 3: Jeff from OR asks about battery's 100 Ah Battery that Jimmy Bought: https://amzn.to/46o6aSJ Caller 4: BJ from North Carolina talks LTL Caller 5: Boat Down likes the 12v talk...