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Jeepness

Upper Coyote Creek - Anza Borrego State Park

Exactly what is Jeepness? Jeepness is hard to describe. Its a feeling only Jeep owners understand. It's that feeling you get when you are out on a warm summer's night with the top down. It's that feeling you get on a stormy day doing things that Jeeps do. It's the feeling you get when you finish putting on that new suspension. Jeepness is the journey, not the destination. Its a state of mind and its different for everyone. We can't really tell you what Jeepness is for you but you'll know it when you feel it.


Our Jeep

When you get a Jeep you will get the need to make it more you. A stereo here, a Dana 60 there, whatever it takes to make it yours. There's only ONE Jeep because they're ALL different.

  • 1997 Jeep TJ
  • 4.0 L with minor mods
  • 3.5" Rubicon Express Superflex Suspension (Front)
  • 3.5" Currie Enterprises Triangulated 4 Link (Rear)
  • Terraflex Sway Bar Disconnects
  • 1" Daystar Body Lift
  • 35" Siped Goodyear MT/R
  • Dana 30 Front with 4.56 and an ARB
  • Currie Built Ford 9" High Pinion with 4.56 and Detroit Locker
  • Explorer Rear Disc Brakes
  • Atlas II 4.3 to 1 Transfer Case
  • Boulder Bars
  • Custom Built Engine, Transmission, and Steering Box Skid
  • Tomken Gas Tank Skid
  • Cross Enterprises Front and Rear Bumpers
  • Cross Enterprises Tire Carrier and Rack
  • Essentially Offroad Roll Cage


When you are out running trails with other Jeepers, the least built up Jeep will always be called the "stock jeep." This is particularly true of any Jeep without driveline mod's (ie. Lockers). It is nothing personal so don't get so snippy.


In Search of Jeepness

Anza Borrego State Park

Los Coyotes Indian Reservation - February 2000

Tierra Del Sol - March 2000

Miller Jeep Trail, Lockwood Valley and Yellowjacket - May 2000

Hi Desert Roundup - June 2000

Rubicon Trail - July 2000

Palmdale Desert - August 2000

Calico Ghost Town - January 2001

Rubicon Trail - June 2001

Panimint Valley Days - November 2001


So, Just who are "we" anyhow??

"We" would be referring to Kristen Richard and Jae. Kristen is the primary driver as long as there's pavement underneath. When we hit the trails Kristen steps into the passenger seat and becomes the navigator, spotter and beer drinker. I think her drinking is so she can stand my driving, although she denies it. Me, I'm stuck with Diet Coke until the day's over. I take care of the driving, maintenance, and trail repairs as well as any general dirtiness. And that leaves Jae. Jae is our 4 legged child. She's a pound puppy, part Pitbull, part Ridgeback, but mostly tongue and tail. If you see us on the trail, she'll bark at you, but only because she can't wave. She's a seasoned trail vet, and she is quick to point out any wildlife around.


Excellent Guides to The Path of Jeepness

Home built Jeep Modifications

Equipment Checklist

E-mail us!

E-mail Richard

E-mail Kristen

E-mail Jae the wonder dog

Manufacturer's Links

On The Rocks 4x4 Club

Cross Enterprises

The Four-x Doctor

Boulder Bars

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Last update 7/11/01