How To Get Started as a Jeep Off-Roader
How To Get Started as a Jeep Off-Roader
Save Money on Your Jeep at Keer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!
So you want to get started as a Jeep off-roader, now what? At Keer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we make sure that all of our customers are taken care of! Our location here in New Lexington, Ohio, allows us to be a perfect destination for all of our customers in areas such as Columbus and Lancaster, too. You can find us off of W Broadway St, across the road from the local Dairy Queen! Once you're here, our team will work closely with you to not only find you the ideal Jeep you want for your off-roading aspirations, but also discuss with you other accessories you might be interested in, safe off-roading techniques, and more! To get a head start on all of this, we're inviting you to keep reading below as we go through some of the top steps you should consider when you want to add off-roading with a Jeep to your repertoire. Your weekends will thank you.
1. Choose the Jeep that is right for conquering the trails!
The first step on your journey to becoming a true Jeep off-roader is to figure out which Jeep you think will help you best succeed with your off-roading goals. Many Jeep models are off-road ready, including the Wrangler, Gladiator, and Grand Cherokee, as a few of the top options that many of our customers continually go for year after year. That's because these vehicles can offer you things like skid plates, front and rear locking differentials, off-road specific 4x4 systems, unique breakover and approach angles, a pickup bed for the Gladiator so you can haul as you off-road, and even off-roading specific models like the Trailhawk that are focused just on off-roading. As you should be able to tell by now, all of these models are great, and we have top deals so you can even save when you buy one of them!
2. Can I add off-roading accessories to my Jeep?
The short answer to this question is yes, absolutely! Accessories are truly a part of the joy of owning a Jeep, especially with everything that Mopar has to offer. This is an opportunity to continue to customize your Jeep, regardless of the model you chose in the end, so you can make off-roading that much easier and more exciting. We're going to give you a few examples of some of the most exciting accessories you may want, especially where the Jeep Wrangler is concerned. You can find things like a front bumper skid plate, rock rails, an on-board air compressor, a winch, a trailer hitch ball, a hitch receiver, a removable roof rack kit, a 2-inch lift kit, and a steering damper. This is just the beginning of the accessories you can choose for your off-roading Jeep dreams!
3. Consider joining a Jeep club!
Jeep clubs are a way in which you can really journey into the world of Jeep off-roading safely, and with experienced off-roaders. This is a great way for you to learn on the go while making friends, and even experiencing some of the trails you can check out in the area. We're excited to give you a few examples of Jeep clubs you may want to join in the Ohio area so you have a better idea of where to get started.
- Mid-Ohio Jeepers Organization
- Muddy Buddys Jeep Wrangler Club
- Buckeye Jeepers
- Northern Ohio Jeep Alliance
4. Learn more about off-roading etiquette
Finally, we want to make sure you understand that there are certain off-roading rules that everyone should make sure to follow. This allows you to not make any huge blunders or mistakes while you are still learning! The first thing you will want to do is to understand if any of the trails you are going on have specific rules, permits, or even fees. In the same vein, follow the signs! Many trails have posted signs that come with their unique set of rules, including the types of vehicles that are allowed. If your Jeep isn't allowed, then it's time to turn around and find somewhere else. We also want to mention tread lightly, which is a movement to not drive over vegetation, stay on marked trails, avoid widening the trails, and respect all of the signage. It's important to respect the environment through which you are driving.
Start Your Jeep Off-Roading Journey at Keer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
We know that you want to get started, and we couldn't be more eager to work with you on starting your off-roading journey! This is your chance to pick up on a new hobby, join the Jeep community, and start understanding your ride to an entirely new level. There is a lot to enjoy when you start getting off the pavement and start exploring the world around you. Whether you join a Jeep club or go off-road with friends, this is truly something special that you are getting started on. For more questions, be sure to use the form below!
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