UA Build Projects: Petersen’s 4W&OR F150 Ecoboost
Fred Williams and the staff of Petersen’s 4Wheel & Off-Road are working to finish the 2011 Ultimate Adventure lead vehicle, a 2011 Ford F150 EcoBoost. Over the years Fred has built some awesome vehicles to conquer the UA, from a 5.9L Cummins-powered JK to some Monster ‘Yotas and themed-classics like last year’s CJ-17. This year the new F150 EcoBoost will be getting overhauled with various suspension, drivetrain, and body modifications to take to the trail and cruise the highway. While the event location won’t be given until the week prior to the event, it has to make you wonder where
Project MJ Update: Teardown Complete, Buildup Commencing
Project MJ Update: With the clock ticking and just over 4 weeks to the Ultimate Adventure, the team worked hard last week and through part of the Memorial Day weekend to prep the Jeep for the Ultimate Adventure 2011. So far the body panels, interior, windshield, axles, suspension, bed, lots of sheet metal and most of the drivetrain have been removed. The engine is staying in for now to help mock up clearance for the new one (details to come soon). With the tear down behind us, the team is now preparing for new parts to go on the MJ. Plans
Zone Offroad, 2011 Ultimate Adventure Official Suspension
Press Release# 35: Zone Offroad, 2011 Ultimate Adventure Official Suspension Coldwater, MI— May 25, 2011— Zone Offroad Products is proud to announce securing the official suspension sponsor position for the 2011 Ultimate Adventure. Hosted by Petersen’s 4Wheel & Off-Road Magazine, this annual event challenges teams as they take on the ultimate road trip from state to state and trail to trail with nothing more than their rigs and teamwork. No trailers and no whining, the Ultimate Adventure 2011 joins teams from across the country to compete in this grueling competition of will and skill. Teams for the 2011 Ultimate Adventure