Episodes
Feb. 28, 2025
SnailMail: Hardware From Pick-N-Pull Is Free???
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Zac from OKC tells us about his tool storage without a garage space Caller 2: Narly Marly gives tips and tricks on how to organize your garage space Caller 3: Toyota Don calls in to say no Toyotas at his place Caller 4: Zac from OKC responds and says he doesn’t know what Smoor is Caller 5: Toyota Don calls to say he really liked episode 579 with Ken Hower Caller 6: Uncle Pool asks people to respond if they are in a club or Cal4wheel Caller 7: Uncle Pool has a ...
Feb. 27, 2025
581: Jimmy Got Clifford Stuck
The Snail Boys have much catching up to do since they didn’t give an update last week. Tyler got a vasectomy after he went to the Cal4wheel event and gave a presentation on tire management. Jimmy went to look at a willys with Husman, bought a t-100 axle, bought a teardrop trailer, helped a buddy paint his house, and got Clifford stuck in a ditch. It has been a good two weeks. BlueRibbon Coalition: Website, Instagram Lithium Battery: Amazon Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are don...
Feb. 24, 2025
580: Rerouting the Rubicon
Rubicon Trail Foundations former President Ken Hower joins Jimmy and Tyler to discuss the Reroute happening on the Rubicon. He explains why the reroute is happening around Miller Creek drop-off, and how the hill side can just slide away. Explains how the National Parks got a grant to help make this happen, and how an off-roader is going to build the bypass and add some fun obstacles. Maybe the most important part is he talks about how the Rubicon is not going to lose its RS2477 status. RTF: Web...
Feb. 21, 2025
SnailMail: Rob, Kevin Finally Responded
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Toyota Don tells us about Carhartt Caller 2: Uncle Pool says yes to snow wheeling with Wreck It Rob Caller 3: Brady from Camacho Motorsports gives us an update for Ultra4 and a new announcement Caller 4: Zac from OKC gives us an update of his truck Caller 5: Zac from OKC talks about Minecraft sounds Tyler needs to add to his horn Caller 6 and 7: Nathan from Pittsburgh calls in to give us more information about Meshtastic Caller 8: Amish Joe tells everyone to c...
Feb. 20, 2025
579: Saving The Rubicon with Ken Hower
Ken Hower former Rubicon Trail Foundation president joins Tyler and Jimmy to talk about how the Rubicon Trail is never going to be closed again. Ken brings a lot of backstories to the podcast talking about RS244, easements, and talking about how he was in the court office back in 2012 (and how important that was). He also tells us the story of how Howers Hole was coined. RTF: Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Ambulance Hill: History of the Rubicon – Episode 4 – Ambulance Hill SnailTrail4x4 ...
Feb. 17, 2025
578: Dirt King: Not Just Raising, Launching the Bar
In this episode of SnailTrail4x4, Tyler and Jimmy dive into exciting giveaways, off-road adventures, and their featured guest from Dirt King. They discuss suspension innovation, the growth of Dirt King, and how off-road enthusiasts can get the most out of their builds. Dustin (one of DK’s owners) talks about how Dirt King started, how they eventually found their niche, and what separates them from the industry today. One fact that Jimmy and Tyler really liked to hear is that they test each and e...
Feb. 14, 2025
SnailMail: Did Walt Disney Standardize Trail Ratings
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Richard from Atlanta called in to ask Zac a Question Caller 3: Tom from clinkenbeard_strong tells us about the history of Rovers Rovers After Dark: Instagram Caller 4: Clint talks about Trail Ratings and Walt Disney Caller 5: Chris Rae Ultra4escort tells Jimmy to add a 50 gal tank in Clifford Caller 6: Zac from OKC talks about mistletoe. CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call and say whatever you like! Ask a que...
Feb. 13, 2025
577: Snow Wheeling Barrett Lake Update
It was a crazy weekend for Tyler and Jimmy and the one thing they didn’t really do was watch King of the Hammers. Jimmy broke himself and took the family to a Super Bowl party, where Tyler got invited to go snowwheeling when he didn’t have Kermit. All that said they have a fantastic update about Barrett Lake. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are donating a set of tires for the 750 Apple Podcast reviews giveaway winner. Also, like before, we will give away swag packs every 50 unti...
Feb. 10, 2025
576: Garage Organization
Tyler and Jimmy discuss tips and tricks to organize your garage or workspace. Organizing your garage for fabrication starts with an efficient workspace layout, ensuring tools, materials, and workbenches are easily accessible. Utilize wall-mounted storage, pegboards, and rolling carts to keep essential tools within reach while maximizing floor space. Finally, implement a dedicated materials area for metal, fasteners, and consumables, keeping your shop clean, safe, and ready for any project Sumne...
Feb. 6, 2025
575: KOH Theif
Tyler didn’t have a lot happening this week, as all of his vehicles are down at KOH. However, Jimmy was able to get some work done on Charlotte the Tacoma. He changed the oil and plugged one of the tires. But the boys are keeping up with KOH and all the crazy wild stories coming from Social Media and friends. King Of The Hammers: YouTube (Live) Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are donating a set of tires for the 750 Apple Podcast reviews giveaway winner. Also, like before, we wil...
Feb. 3, 2025
574: Botches Offroad Podcast talks Meshtastic
Alex from Botches Off-Road Podcast joins Tyler and Jimmy this week to talk about radios. But, before they get there they have to ask Alex about Botches off-road Podcast. Who are they, where did they come from, and do they like Toyota’s or Jeep’s more, and of course then need to talk about Turkeys. Botches Offroad Podcast: Instagram, Podcast, Cindy Pope Episode Learn more about Meshtastic: Website Check out the Radio Chatter card game: Website Northology Adventure: Website Want to get some Tork ...
Jan. 31, 2025
SnailMail: More Axle Talk Podcast
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Austin from Washington calls in to leave a voicemail Caller 2: Olof from GHP calls in to talk about axles for a t-100 Caller 3: Nick from Montana calls in with a bad joke Caller 4: Wreck it Rob comments on Cliffords Flashers Caller 5: Portal Don asks Tyler about Antennas CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call and say whatever you like! Ask a question, leave feedback, correct some information about welding, say ho...
Jan. 30, 2025
573: Kermit Is Ready For KOH
Even though Tyler isn’t going to King Of The Hammers (KOH) this year Kermit still is going to be a booth babe. Tyler spent some time this last week making sure the 4Runner is ready to go, he installed the new speaker bracket and put on some crazy neon green antenias onto the back of the rig. What do you think? Nilight 2PCS 4FT RGB LED Whip: Amazon Want to get some Tork Straps for yourself? This month Tork Strap has given us a special discount code for you the listeners. Use discount code “1515”...
Jan. 27, 2025
572: King Of The Hammers Prep – Top 5 Things
Once a year down in Johnson Valley thousands of people come together to watch the badest off-road race of the year, King Of The Hammers. If you are thinking about going you should listen to this episode first so you don’t miss out on anything. Tyler and Jimmy give their Top 5, things to do, things to bring, places to go, and some added random bonuses. King of the Hammers is the off-road racers’ dream. Once a year down in Johnson Valley thousands of people come together to watch the baddest off-r...
Jan. 24, 2025
SnailMail: Marvel Mystery Oil Saves The Day
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Nick from Montana some cold weather gear Military Sleeping Bag: Amazon Caller 2: Nick from Montana tells us about the Bothy Bag Caller 3: Jason from Anderson Automotive Adventures talks about hypothermia and goosedown Caller 4: Wreck it Rob talks about snow wheeling with Kevin Caller 5: Wreck it Rob wants to sell his 22RE Caller 6: Rickard from Alanta thanks Jimmy and Tyler for there knologe of the 22RE and Overloaders Caller 7: Caller for Zac from OKC… Calle...
Jan. 23, 2025
571: Winter Fun Festival 2025 – Cal4Wheel
The Snail Boys were quite busy this last week. It was the Assistant’s Birthday so Jimmy had a ton of hunny-dos to get done and needed to chop some wood. While Tyler had some electrical issues on the 4Runner, he got it figured out before he had to attend Winter Fun Fest 2025. Want to get some Tork Straps for yourself? This month Tork Strap has given us a special discount code for you the listeners. Use discount code “1515” to get 15% Tork Strap products. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Y...
Jan. 20, 2025
570: Tork Strap – Dynamic Tension Strap
You have seen his viral videos about the Tork Straps not coming undone when he shashes a box with his head. Tyler and Jimmy get to talk to Grant the owner of Tork Strap, who shares his story about the invention of the newest way to tie down everything from your gear to your vehicle. Tork Straps are a dynamic tension strap that incorporates a spring under tension. The biggest benefit is that if something shifts while we are driving, it stays tight even when the other standard straps would now be ...
Jan. 17, 2025
SnailMail: 4×4 Trail Ratings
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Nick from Montana talks about search and rescue Caller 2: Zac from OKC talks about how he wants to turn his truck into a hybrid 4×4 Caller 3: Zac from OKC gives us a topic idea for Trail Ratings Caller 4: Alex from Botches Off-road Podcast clarifies the Carhartt apparel Caller 5 & 6: Wreck it Rob calls in to wish us Merry Christmas CALL US AND LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL!!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call and say whatever you like! Ask a question, ...
Jan. 16, 2025
569: Thursday Lift
It’s the first week back since Tyler and Jimmy have been on their holiday break and they have been up to no good. Tyler did a lot of work on Kermit checking off items right and left. All why Jimmy and Husmann went down to the Bay Area to get a two-post lift for the SnailShop. Want to get some Tork Straps for yourself? This month Tork Strap has given us a special discount code for you the listeners. Use discount code “1515” to get 15% Tork Strap products. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at ...
Jan. 13, 2025
568: Hopes And Dreams For 2025
Now that the baby is here and the house is nearly completed the boys find themselves itching to get out and go wheeling more often. Tyler and Jimmy discuss what their hopes and dreams are for 2025, including upcoming events, trail runs, and builds/maintenance for their vehicles. It looks like it’s going to be a fun year. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are donating a set of tires for the 750 Apple Podcast reviews giveaway winner. Also, like before, we will give away swag packs e...
Jan. 10, 2025
SnailMail: Fix A Toyota or Buy A Jeep
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Zac from OKC talks about how Oklahoma winters are vastly different from California Caller 2: Richard from Atlanta asks if he should convert a 93 2wd Pickup to a 4wd Caller 3: Ken from Wyoming tells us that sleeping bag ratings Caller 4: Unknow Name tells us about ISO rating for sleeping bags Caller 5: Ken from Wyoming corrects us about the end of the tape measure should move Caller 6: Justin from Chico tells us about the solution he did to solve the smog issue ...
Jan. 9, 2025
567: Holiday Break Is Over
Tyler and Jimmy had a fantastic holiday break. They talked about all the fun they had, the parties that they went to, and the gifts they got. There are some wild twists to this year’s holidays and you will never believe who got sick. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are donating a set of tires for the 750 Apple Podcast reviews giveaway winner. Also, like before, we will give away swag packs every 50 until we get to the main giveaway. All reviews need to be left on Apple Podcast t...
Jan. 6, 2025
SnailMail: Inch-pounds are different than foot-pounds
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Zac from OKC tells us about his broken Tacoma Caller 2: Nick Gladiator on 25’s tells Tyler that he can fit everything in the 4runner, just bring less. Caller 3: Zac from OKC goes more in-depth about how he broke his Tacoma (v6 10FE) Caller 4: Alex from Botchesoffroad asks about the difference between APRS and Meshtastic Caller 5: Zac from OKC talks about online video games and screen time Caller 6: Toyota Don Calls in to talk about C-Clip Axles CALL US AND LEA...
Dec. 30, 2024
SnailMail: Hey Uncle Pool, Rob Has A Question!
This Weeks Callers Caller 1: Reck-it-Rob says thanks and asks Uncle Pool a Question Caller 2: Tom ClinkinBeardsStrong asks more questions about his 22RET Caller 3: Kevin Pool reminds us about the Gutter Runner Soup Link to Gutter Runner Soup: Irate4x4 Link to Rubicon Soup: SnailTrail4x4 Caller 4: Brian from the Bay comes with the idea of having someone review our daily tasks Caller 5: Chris Larson from Tahoe says he loves his Karnage Welder Caller 6: Zac from OKC gives us his 2 cents on Wa...