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  • Cal4Wheel’s $5 raffle Jeep JK

    Cal4Wheel’s $5 raffle Jeep JK

    2014_CA4WDC_Sweepstakes_Jeep_001For the past 30 years, the California Association of 4WD clubs (CA4WDC) has purchased a Jeep, modified it for real-world four wheeling, and raffled it off for less than the cost of a jumbo mocha. The tradition continues this year with a 2014 4-door Jeep JK Wrangler, custom prepared for overland adventure travel.

    This year’s Jeep was given a total makeover by MetalCloak Industries, who fitted it with their high-clearance fenders, MetalCloak Game Changer suspension with Old Man Emu shocks, and heavy-duty Rocker bumpers. A Superchip motivated Pentastar 3.6-liter V6 distributes power to a Dynatrac front axle, front and rear Eaton electric locking differentials, Sierra Gear ring & pinion gears, and G2 axles. Reid steering knuckles control a set of BFGoodrich Mud Terrains mounted on Raceline wheels, and the undercarriage, including a Magnaflow exhaust system, is protected by Rock Hard skid plates. Safety/recovery equipment includes a Warn Zeon 8000 winch, Factor 55 ProLink, PowerTank, and Rock Hard cage, and LED lighting from Rigid, Olympus, and Two Guys Trail Gear. Other enhancements include an AEV snorkel and hood, Kargo Master roof rack, ARB Fridge/Freezer and Simpson III roof top tent, and Daystar Cam Cans.

    Don’t worry if you don’t win the Jeep, runner-up prizes will include an Atlas II transfercase from Advanced Adapters. The winning ticket will be drawn February 21st, 2015 at the CA4WDC convention in Visalia, CA, and you need not be present to win.  Net proceeds go directly towards the fight to keep our public lands open! To order tickets go to www.cal4wheel.com or contact Jeff Blewett, 209-210-7880.

  • Metalcloak’s Rear ExoSkin, Overland Edition – Adding Style, Strength & Safety to Your Jeep Wrangler JK

    Metalcloak’s Rear ExoSkin, Overland Edition – Adding Style, Strength & Safety to Your Jeep Wrangler JK

    MetalcloakExoCornerExoSkinOnYellowFeverJKMetalcloak combines strength, style, and innovation with the universal fit Rear ExoSkin™, Overland Edition for both the 2 and 4 door model Jeep Wrangler JK.

    Designed to work with stock fenders and most aftermarket fender systems, the package includes Metalcloak’s unique ExoSkin system, adding a second skin of strength to the weak JK body. (more…)

  • Race Recap Video & Report – MetalCloak Stampede

    Race Recap Video & Report – MetalCloak Stampede

    Wayes Takes First ULTRA4 Win at MetalCloak Stampede

    WayesPRAIRIE CITY SVRA, CA – June 12th, 2014:  Thousands of fans weathered the triple digit heat last weekend at the MetalCloak Stampede to watch one of the most exciting ULTRA4 races to date. The main event saw two former and the current King of The Hammers each take a turn at leading throughout the 45 minute race. That is until the final lap, when Tom Wayes worked his way from a rear start to claim the checkered flag, and his first ULTRA4 win.

    Wayes had the fastest qualifying lap on Friday morning, however after suffering mechanical issues, he was unable to race in Friday afternoon’s prelim races. The top 3 drivers from prelims moved directly to the main event on Saturday afternoon.  Nitto Tire driver Loren Healy won the fastest prelim heat which put him on the pole for the main event with Shannon Campbell starting beside him.

    Campbell and Healy, both two-time Kings, wasted no time establishing their dominance when

    2014 ULTRA4 MetalCloak Stampede Highlights

    the green flag dropped. Campbell took the early lead with Healy close on his heels and 2009 King and Nitto Tire driver, Jason Scherer chasing them down for 3rd. The 3 Kings held the top 3 spots for the first half of the race.  A full course yellow mid-race brought all the drivers back together and Campbell looked to take the lead again. Unfortunately Campbell bicycled in a tight turn and hit a k-rail while returning to the course, causing a mechanical failure. Healy then took the lead with Scherer close behind. Scherer overtook Healy until the last lap when Scherer succumbed to mechanical issues. All the while, Wayes was working his way up from the back of the pack. In the final lap, it was Healy and Wayes battling for the checkered flag with both drivers setting blisteringly fast lap times. In the final two laps, Wayes posted the two fastest lap times of the entire weekend propelling him into the lead to take his first ULTRA4 checkered flag. (more…)

  • DsquaredRacing Race Update – 2014 MetalCloak Stampede

    DsquaredRacing Race Update – 2014 MetalCloak Stampede

    DsquaredRacing Takes Podium, Makes Impression In Prairie City

    Stampede PicJune 6-7, 2014 – Awaking from the aftermath of the 2014 King of the Hammers, the Western Ultra4 racing community officially began the 2014 series with the Metal Cloak Stampede in Prairie City, CA – home of the NorCal Rock Racing series. With the largest list of drivers ever entered in a series event, over ninety-nine teams gathered in 100+ degree heat ready to battle it out for top honors. D2R was one of these teams, armed with the newly updated Trent Fab Top Shelf IFS car; this race would be in indicator of what to expect in the upcoming season.

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  • Jason Scherer Finishes With Brand New Car at Ultra4 Stampede

    Jason Scherer Finishes With Brand New Car at Ultra4 Stampede

    Friese Images Jason Scherer Stampede 3DANVILLE, CA   JUNE 10, 2014    Jason Scherer’s brand new IFS car is going to be a strong contender in the upcoming Ultra4 series races, as proven by it’s excellent performance at this weekends MetalCloak Ultra4 Stampede race.  Started a short 3 months ago after the finish of the King of the Hammers, “The Gavel” hit dirt for the very first time on it’s way to Friday’s Tech Inspection where it passed with flying colors.  Scherer finished 12th in the main event, after racing up to the lead with just a half of lap to go.  “It was great to see Tom Wayes in the winners circle in the same car that won last years Stampede!” said Jason Scherer, the 2013 MetalCloak Stampede winner.  “We had our fair share of little issues that we had to work out on the new car this weekend. Today’s race was a bit bittersweet, knowing the car is awesome and with a little tuning is a top contender.  But, also knowing that just making a normal pass or probably following the lapper would have been good enough for the win in the car’s debut race.  A little prep, some tuning, and some small mods and we will be ready for Glen Helen on July 11th!” (more…)

  • Metalcloak’s 3.5 Duroflex Cherokee XJ Suspension System

    Metalcloak’s 3.5 Duroflex Cherokee XJ Suspension System

    Metalcloak Duroflex 35 Suspension - CherokeeMetalcloak brings the undisputed success of the Duroflex Joint to Jeep Cherokee, XJ, owners with the 3.5″ Duroflex Suspension System. The patent pending Duroflex joint offers the vibration dampening of a rubber bushing with the high-misalignment of a ball joint – all housed in adjustable chromoly control arms.  Add the industry’s leading Dual Rate coil springs with the longest extended length and you have the ultimate on and off-road set up. Adjustable Front Bump Stop System provides the option of 1” to 4” in Bump Stop for proper tire clearance. System includes everything you need including steel-braided, Kevlar-lined front & rear brake lines, solid chromoly front track-bar, sway bar disconnects, replacement shackle bushings, rear bump stop kit, grade-8 u-bolts, complete replacement rear leaf packs, and all the hardware needed for installation.  Comes with front and rear ARB-Old Man Emu shocks.  (more…)