Hello everyone, I come to ask for your opinion in this: I want to make this with my car, but my sister says it looks bad, I think it looks great, what do you think? And for the ones that likes the idea, what else you would do?

… it’s really just the Chevy Colorado ZR2 bison. That’s it! Nothing else!

I’ve used OnX off road but you only get a 1 week free trial. Granted I have 70+ email addresses I can burn but it’s kind of annoying having to do that.

Edit: thanks all I’m overwhelmed with the amount of responses 😭😂 truly appreciate it!

Pictured is primarily solid ice from hail and water that froze over. the block I’m holding is about an inch from the edge of my garage. Id say the road way is hovering 2 inches and growing. Should I be using snow chains for this type of thing or is there something more specific? Driven in the snow tons of times but never solid ice, I imagine the principle is the same.

Maybe dumb question for professionals on here 😅

Some shots during a few trips

I'm debating on either converting a 2008 Smart ForTwo into a street-legal offroad vehicle or just buying an electric ebike/dirt bike. I'll be traveling around the US and taking whichever I choose with me in a box truck conversion, but it seems like either there aren't many trails that are wide enough for vehicles that are 5 1/2 feet wide, or they are difficult to find. I tried looking on alltrails.com, but it just feels like there should be so many more trails in general available to the public.

I’ve been getting scratches while off-roading and my parents are getting pretty mad. Does anybody know how I can prevent scratches without spending a fortune on milspec?

Also forgive my ignorance, but is there such a thing as an off road skid plate, also rated as completely MRAP, purchasable as a simple civilian? Both questions are for both my vehicles, a Raptor and a Unimog.

Thanks and stay safe!

Couldn’t see from the angle I was passing by it at

Maybe the Gambler subreddit is a better place for this, and feel free to roast me for my soccer mom shitbox ( ;) ), but I live in Oregon and I'd like to get out and do some spring + fall camping over the next year. Besides a good set of chains, what else would you recommend to get me down some muddy roads? I'm not looking to climb any mountains, and I know my biggest issue is going to be the lack of clearance. Appreciate the advice!!

Forgot to mention the rig - 4th Gen 4Runner V8.

Just about got stranded on the mountain side. Somehow popped two KO3s! Running at 12 psi crawling up a level 5 (according to onx) trail. Officially jumping ship and going with the falkens. ​Tbf I've been running these tires for 3 years (since literally launch), been up mosquito pass, Moab, and several other places. Can't believe this little random 5 trail took two tires out. It really wasn't a bad trail. Very typical. I've done much much worse trails with no issues before but I guess after 3 years the BFG just don't hold up anymore.

Since I only have one spare, I had to do a sketchy sidewall plug. That was fun.

Also... Might be in the market for an offroad jack. My poor little bottle jack was okay, but we had to find a rock to prop it up because at first it kept sinking and then it maxed out. Jacked the car up about 5 times before I was actually able to change the tire since I keep having to reconfigure it 😂. ​

I’ve done a lot to this ever since I got it when I was 16 3 years ago (I will include my parts list below.) and I’m just running out of ideas on what to do for maximizing the potential for off-road in Texas. Any in all suggestions would be amazing.

ReadyLift 4in lift kit

Bilstein 5100 shocks

Fox Factory Racing ATS stabilizer 2.0

All black Fuels 20/12

Nitto Recon Grapplers 35/20/12.5

Rough Country rocker bars

Rough country stubby front trail bumper

Rough country light bar and pods

Rough country Pro Series 12000s winch

Flow master Outlaw Catback exhaust (extended custom by welder for the lift)

Tint by A+ 5% back, 25% front and windshield

DV8 Offroad fender deletes

Various small weight reduction (ie fender linings etc)

CarPuride iPad Dashcam

Nilight whip lights

aFe power peadal master

New front and rear driveshaft Adams Drive shaft

Rough country rear trail bumper

2004 Ford F150 SuperCrew Cab · XLT Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft

I’m not super knowledgeable with pre-runner type builds and would love some input if this is worth his money. My initial thoughts are, “no” since it’s the Ford 4.6, has over 197k miles, and is a Raptor look-alike. But for $11k it could be worth it for some fun desert running.

Terra Master 35” tires, stock were 32”

Noticed a slight wobble or oscillation in steering wheel but these are not balanced yet, hoping that takes care of it.

Do you want to know how to clean your headlights and make them look good as new? Today I'm sharing several methods. Headlight covers turn yellow mainly due to oxidation from UV exposure and the air, but an even bigger reason is that dust and sand particles hitting the cover at high speeds make the surface rough. This reduces light transmission significantly. Even if you clean the cover thoroughly with cleaner, it won't restore clarity. So, the most effective way to clean cloudy headlights is through sanding and polishing.
Check out the before and after pictures below – the difference is huge!
Method 1:Using Rubbing Compound
Cleaning Steps:
Gather Tools & Materials:
Rubbing Compound (many brands available)
Soft cloth or sponge
Water and a dry cloth
Cleaning Process:
Clean the surface: Rinse the headlight with water to remove dust and dirt. Dry with a cloth.
Apply compound: Put a small amount of rubbing compound onto the soft cloth/sponge. Apply it evenly over the headlight surface.
Rub & Polish: Using moderate pressure, rub the compound onto the headlight in circular motions. Ensure it fully contacts and removes the oxidized layer and stains.
Rinse & Dry: Rinse the headlight again with water, dry it, and check the results. Repeat if necessary.
Advantages of Rubbing Compound:
Simple & Easy: No special tools needed. Just a soft cloth and water.
Great Results: Headlights become significantly brighter and look like new.
Cost-Effective: Much cheaper than professional cleaning services.
Important Notes:
Choose the right compound: Pick a product suitable for your headlight plastic.
Use moderate pressure: Don't scrub too hard to avoid scratching.
Regular maintenance: Clean every few months to keep them clear.

Method 2: Headlight Restoration Kit
Old Car, and the headlights were very yellow when I bought it. I got a headlight restoration kit from Walmart. Super simple, just 3 steps:
Remove Oxidation Layer: (After this step alone, they were already much brighter!)
Wet Sanding: Use two grits of sandpaper – first 2000-grit, then 3000-grit. Sand with water to avoid overheating/damaging the plastic.
Apply Sealer: Make sure the surface is completely dry before applying the protective sealant.
It felt a bit like doing a manicure! The headlights finally look brand new.
Conclusion:
Cleaning headlights isn't as complicated as you might think! Each of these methods only takes a few simple steps to bring your lights back to life. Find the method that suits you best and give it a try – the results are really satisfying!
If your headlights still aren't bright enough after cleaning, I recommend upgrading to headlight bulbs.