J.T. Brooks Tire Deflators Pro Review

Off-Road Gear Must Have

Airing Up after wheeling at RC. 

One of the first accessories I bought for off-roading were my tire deflators. A set of four J.T. Brooks Automatic Tire Deflators. They make for a quick, easy airing down. The original set took quite a few steps to calibrate. When they came out with the Pro series I went right out and bought them. 

Airing Down 101 - Watch Here

Using the JT Brooks deflators to air down. 

J.T. Brooks Tire Deflators Pro. 

This accessory has been an awesome addition to my off road gear. I use them every time I go off-road. I even loan them out to others when I am on the trail. The pro series are so easy to set. You just dial in your desired PSI and start deflating. Spot on every time. 

Depending on where you get them the Pro version are about $30 more. They are so worth the extra money. They are super easy to set.

J.T. Brooks Tire Deflators lock ring. 

They are super easy to set. Loosen the lock ring (nut) until you see the PSI Scale. 

Setting the Tire Deflators is Easy!

Then you turn the adjustment knob or body until your desired PSI lines up with the top of the body. Then tighten the lock ring carefully. You don't want to turn the adjustment knob. 

J.T. Brooks Tire Deflators Pro

This is an approximate PSI. You will want to test them out to verify your PSI. I suggest you do this before you hit the trails. That's precisely what I did in the video below. Thankfully I tested them out, because I adjusted mine all wrong. They ended up being set to zero. I set the PSI to the top of the lock ring not the top of the body. I should of read the directions. Lesson learned, read the directions carefully. 

I didn't the first time and dialed them into the wrong place.   
These are super easy to set (if you read the directions). And super easy to use. Plus you can see how close I was to 15 PSI in the video below. Well worth the $99 for the set of Pros. 

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JK Pockets Install & Review

Jeep Momma wins the JK Pockets. 

I am still sporting the JK Pockets in my Jeep. (May 2024)

The amount of Cool Jeep Stuff out there for your Jeep is so amazing. I am always adding to my wish list, which is getting quite costly. So it was a nice surprise when I found out I won a social media contest I entered. A big shout out and thanks to Slickrockgear.com, and CPO from O3DJeeps for putting on this contest! 

JK Pockets front driver's side door.

I won a set of 5 JK Pockets for my Jeep Wrangler. These things are a really cool idea. The first "real" door pockets for the Wranglers.  Two pockets for the front doors, two for the rear, and one for the center console. 

JK Pockets

The OEM cargo net pockets were really bothering the OCD part of me. Granted you can stuff a lot into the netted pockets, but that only stretched out the netting. You were also limited on what you could put in those OEM pockets. Small things would fall out. Plus, every time I would get out of my Jeep my boot lace hooks would grab the cargo pockets. 

Factory Cargo Net Pockets

With the new JK pockets I can stuff smaller items into the pocket. Plus they look awesome. They are made from aircraft grade plastic. They don't get in the way and are perfect for storing your stuff! I recommend using some sort of adhesive to help keep them in as I would always bump them with my feet getting out of my Jeep.  

Center console JK Pocket.

Easy Installation

Installing the JK Pocket.

 

Overcoming Fears and Embracing the Jeep Life

Conquering the Trails & Embracing the Unknown

On a crisp February morning, I found myself gearing up my Jeep for an exhilarating day at Anthracite Off Road Adventure Area (AOAA). Nestled about 30 minutes north of Rausch Creek Off Road Park in Pennsylvania, AOAA promised a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the thrill of the unknown. This was my first big Jeep convoy, and the excitement was palpable.

Jeeps lined up on the trail

The Convoy Begins: Meeting Fellow Jeep Enthusiasts

As the sun peeked over the horizon, I joined a convoy of Jeep enthusiasts, ready to tackle the trails. This was only my second visit to AOAA, and I was eager to explore new trails and reconnect with Jeep friends I'd met online. Among the group was a fellow YouTuber and Jeeper, CPO from 03dJeeps. We'd been trying to sync our schedules for a couple of years, and finally, the stars had aligned for a day of wheeling.

Chris from O3D Jeeps and myself

Trusting the Guide: Navigating Blue Trails

Our guide for the day was none other than Nate, AKA SWBCrawler. Nate's extensive knowledge of the park and his role as a trail guide for Off Road Consulting and Driving Instruction made him the perfect leader. Plus, he's an awesome spotter, ensuring everyone had a safe and thrilling experience.

Nate, SWB Crawler & myself

Our plan was to tackle as many blue trails as possible. Blue trails had always intimidated me, but today felt different. With Nate's expert spotting and my trusty Rubicon, I was ready to conquer my fears and embrace the challenge.

Facing the Black Trail: A Moment of Decision

As we navigated the blue trails, we stumbled upon Trail "W," a notorious black trail. My heart raced with indecision. Should I attempt it? I knew my Jeep was capable, but self-doubt lingered. Stepping out of my Jeep, I walked the trail, assessing the obstacles and envisioning the path ahead.

My Jeep ready for the rocky trails

Embracing the Challenge: Trail "W"

With a deep breath and a surge of determination, I decided to go for it. Trail "W" was a test of my skills and my confidence. As I maneuvered over the rocks and through the rough terrain, a few choice expletives slipped out, but I made it to the end unscathed. The sense of accomplishment was indescribable.

Nate spotting me through the trails

A Day to Remember: Building Confidence and Camaraderie

The day was nothing short of amazing. The trails, the friends, and the challenges all contributed to an unforgettable experience. I gained a newfound confidence in my driving abilities and a better understanding of my Jeep's capabilities. While the fear of tipping over and heights may never completely vanish, they add to the adrenaline and excitement that make off-roading so thrilling.

My Jeep wheeled with ease. 

This adventure was a testament to the power of facing fears head-on, trusting in the skills I've honed over the years, and embracing the support of the Jeep community. Here's to many more trail-blazing adventures and the endless pursuit of off-road thrills.

Here's the complete Trail W

Top Must-Have Mods to Your Jeep

Off-Road Readiness

Here are my Top 5 Modifications to make to your Jeep Wrangler for off-road readiness. These Top 5 aren't all the modifications you can make, but a great basic start. 

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Front Bumper Install

Tow Points

When you go off-roading there is always a possibility your Jeep could get stuck. To help in your recovery efforts you should have good, strong tow points on your Jeep. I decided this was the first place for me to start. I replaced my plastic bumper and hook type tow points with a steel metal bumper.

Installing my rock sliders 

Rock Sliders

While I off-roading in my stock Sahara my plastic side step would get caught up on a rock. One time a rock pulled off my side step. However, I was able to knock it back into place.  I would have been better off with out them. Jeep states in the owners manual that the side step needs to be removed for any sort of off-roading. 

If you are in a Sahara with the side steps the Jeep manual states they must be removed before you hit the trails. I learned this lesson the hard way. 

 

My purple diff cover 

Aftermarket Diff Cover

It seems I am always running into rocks. The first thing they hit are my diff covers. I replaced mine with the Riddler Diff Covers which are cast from high grade iron with a lip free transition. This helps prevent a rock from 'grabbing' the cover. 

Installing my engine skid

Skid Plates

Your stock Jeep is outfitted with some skid plates and they hold up well in mild to medium rock crawling. Your transmission and oil pan are not protected. I added the M.O.R.E oil and tranny skid plate. 

My lower control arm skids 

I also added skid plate to the rear control arm and shock mounts. That's another place I tend to get hung up on. I used the EVO Rear Lower Control Arm Skids.

  
Air Dam Removal

What is an air dam? It is a piece of plastic under the front of your Jeep. Some say it's to help hood flutter, some say it's to prevent debris from flying up into your engine or possibly to keep your engine cooler or even lowering your MPG. Whatever it does I ended up removing mine when I installed my new front bumper. This plastic piece also has a potential to being ripped off while rock crawling. 

My factory air dam