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1947-55 1st Series Chevrolet Advance Design and GMC New Design Trucks: Mild...

August 18, 2026 0 comments

When an Advance Design or New Design classic Chevrolet or GMC truck project moves from stock restoration to mildly modified or an all-out restomod …

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Introduction to Moses Ludel’s Classic Truck Podcast!

August 16, 2026 0 comments

This podcast premier episode shares my classic truck journey and background around classic trucks and SUVs. A fan of today’s classic trucks since the …

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I947-1955 First Series Chevrolet Advance Design and GMC New Design Truck Review...

August 16, 2026 0 comments

In this podcast, listeners and viewers get an introduction to the 1947 to 1955 First Series Chevrolet and GMC pickups. This detailed look at …

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Growing Demand for Classic 4×4 Coverage

June 27, 2026 0 comments

There is a growing interest in vintage, classic and higher mileage 4×4 Jeep, light truck and SUV vehicles. The magazine and its YouTube channel …

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Higher Fuel Prices and Maintenance Costs May Keep Us From Buying Another...

March 28, 2026 0 comments

Our 2005 Gen 3 Ram 3500 Quad-Cab 4WD pickup with a Cummins 5.9L H.O. turbodiesel has been a great vehicle, and we’re glad we …

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Fabricating Frame and Beam Axle Saddle Adapters for a Rolling Jack

February 10, 2026 0 comments

The flat rubber pad adapters that came with our new rolling jacks are very sturdy and will fit most vehicles. Our Jeep XJ Cherokee …

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A Katool KT-4H110 4-Post Lift Transformed Our Carport Into a Fully Functional...

January 14, 2026 0 comments

Many shops and DIY techs want a vehicle lift. Finding space for a lift is not always easy. In this video, see how we …

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10 Good Reasons for Buying a Katool KT4H110 Service and Parking Lift...

January 9, 2026 0 comments

When picking a vehicle lift, the main concern is function and utility. After careful research and a visit to the Katool booth at the …

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Choosing Between a 2-Post and 4-Post Vehicle Lift

January 3, 2026 0 comments

The vehicle lift choice for our shop has narrowed. In this coverage, we compare 2-post and 4-post lifts plus options like rolling jacks that …

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Do You Need a Vehicle Lift for Your Shop or DIY Garage?

December 31, 2025 0 comments

I have been doing professional level automotive and motorcycle work for six decades—with and without the use of a vehicle lift. In this video …

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    Video How-to: TJ Wrangler Wheel Alignment Basics

    by Moses Ludel March 5, 2017
    by Moses Ludel March 5, 2017

    How-to Video: Perform your own Jeep TJ Wrangler Front Wheel Alignment! A pair of SPC Fastrax alignment systems serve as optimal, affordable wheel alignment tools for the small …

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    Dodge Ram 3500 4×4 Superwinch Talon 18K Winch Installation

    by Moses Ludel March 2, 2017
    by Moses Ludel March 2, 2017

      4WD Mechanix Magazine’s 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 4×4 pickup is a workhorse and trailer hauler. The chores that this truck performs require the …

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    Driving Light Upgrade and Tests: PIAA RF6 and LP530 Lights

    by Moses Ludel February 15, 2017
    by Moses Ludel February 15, 2017

    Like other Dodge Ram Gen 3 trucks, the OEM headlamps on our 2005 Ram 3500 truck produce a subdued and diffused light pattern. Even with …

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    Latest BOLT Locks Products at the 2016 SEMA Show

    by Moses Ludel January 18, 2017
    by Moses Ludel January 18, 2017

    See BOLT Locks innovation and craftsmanship on display at the 2016 SEMA Show Las Vegas. Jason Buckles shares the latest, most versatile safety and …

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    4WD Mechanix Tests Multi Mit Gloves

    by Moses Ludel January 15, 2017
    by Moses Ludel January 15, 2017

    In this independent product evaluation, Moses Ludel tests the Multi Mit gloves on a cold January day at northern Nevada. Frigid ice and snow outside …

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    Survival Upgrades for Jeep and Dodge Ram Automatic Transmissions

    by Moses Ludel December 11, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 11, 2016

    How-To: Upgrades for 904/999, 727 and RH/RE Automatic Transmissions!      Jeep CJ, YJ Wrangler, TJ Wrangler and Dodge Ram truck automatic transmissions can …

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    DIY Jeep 4×4 Front Wheel Alignment

    by Moses Ludel December 11, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 11, 2016

    How-to: Jeep 4×4 Front Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is a basic Jeep or 4×4 truck maintenance need. Suspension modifications, normal chassis and steering linkage …

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    How to: Jeep 4×4 Lube-Oil-and-Filter Service

    by Moses Ludel December 11, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 11, 2016

    Jeep 4WD How-to: DIY Lube-Oil-Filter Service and Chassis Inspection     This heavily illustrated how-to article provides all details and steps you need for a …

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    Tierra Del Sol Desert Safari

    by Moses Ludel December 10, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 10, 2016

    Tierra Del Sol Desert Safari at Anza-Borrego and Truckhaven! The annual Tierra Del Sol Desert Safari is a legendary four-wheel drive and OHV event. …

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    Video Commercial Services Available

    by Moses Ludel December 9, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 9, 2016

    Why to Sublet Your HD Video Production    Video is the new journalism.  A dramatic 69% of today’s online users prefers video over print …

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  • Travel and Adventure

    Visiting Twin Lakes and Bridgeport Valley

    by Moses Ludel December 5, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 5, 2016

    Twin Lakes has been a favorite place for our family since the late 1950s. The Lower and Upper Lakes have a distinct view of ‘The …

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    OTC Tools: How to Quickly Remove Broken Manifold Studs

    by Moses Ludel December 2, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 2, 2016

    Removing a broken manifold stud becomes a very expensive repair if the cylinder head gets damaged in the process. Conventional use of a drill …

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    New OTC Evolve Scan Tool Demonstration

    by Moses Ludel December 1, 2016
    by Moses Ludel December 1, 2016

    OTC Tools is on the leading edge of troubleshooting and diagnostics tools. The latest Evolve scan tool features diagnostics capability and a troubleshooting interface …

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    Bestop® Launches New Products at the 2016 SEMA Show

    by Moses Ludel November 23, 2016
    by Moses Ludel November 23, 2016

    The Bestop® booth at 2016 SEMA Show featured a host of new products. Convertible, open air driving is a hallmark of Jeep® off-road recreation, …

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    Superwinch® Launches EXP Series Winches at the 2016 SEMA Show!

    by Moses Ludel November 23, 2016
    by Moses Ludel November 23, 2016

    The big news in vehicle recovery is the new Superwinch® EXP series winch. Introduced at the 2016 SEMA Show, the “Expedition Grade” winch features state of …

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    TruckVault and ShotLock Products at the 2016 SEMA Show

    by Moses Ludel November 19, 2016
    by Moses Ludel November 19, 2016

    Vehicle and cargo security is a major concern. While vehicle alarms and a Jeep® hard top or pickup bed cap can help, nothing works …

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    Latest Baja Designs Products at the 2016 SEMA Show

    by Moses Ludel November 18, 2016
    by Moses Ludel November 18, 2016

    Baja Designs off-road racing, recreational four-wheeling, motorcycle and highway upgrade lighting is legendary. We depend on Baja Designs aftermarket solutions for safe, dependable 4×4 and …

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    BFG® Presents the 2016 Outstanding Trails Awards

    by Moses Ludel November 14, 2016
    by Moses Ludel November 14, 2016

    The annual BFGoodrich® Tires “Outstanding Trails” winners were announced at this year’s 2016 SEMA Show. Recipient 4WD clubs received $4000 each for their contribution to …

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    2016 SEMA Show: BFG® Pit Crew Challenge

    by Moses Ludel November 14, 2016
    by Moses Ludel November 14, 2016

    At the 2016 SEMA Show, BFGoodrich® Tires presented the second annual BFG® Pit Crew Challenge. All show participants were welcome to compete for prizes …

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    2016 BFG®-SCORE Baja 1000 Experience

    by Moses Ludel November 14, 2016
    by Moses Ludel November 14, 2016

    A major draw at the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas was the third annual BFG®/SCORE Baja 1000 Experience at the Silver Lot. This …

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Moses Ludel’s books on Jeep®, Ford F-Truck, Chevrolet/GMC and Toyota Truck/Landcruiser cover models now considered “classics”.  The Harley-Davidson Evolution V-Twin Owner’s Bible™ is for Evolution Era enthusiasts…These books are available at Bentley Publishers, Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble and automotive book outlets!

Jeep® Owner’s Bible™ by Moses Ludel

Click here for access to the Bentley Publishers website and Jeep Owner's Bible, 3rd Edition, by Moses Ludel.

Jeep® Owner's Bible™  by Moses Ludel—a best seller available since 1992 and now available in its Third Edition with coverage from WWII MB through the 2006 TJ/LJ Wrangler and 1999-2004 WJ Grand Cherokee era!

Jeep® CJ Rebuilder’s Manual: 1946-1971 by Moses Ludel

 Click here for access to the Bentley Publishers website and information about the 1946-71 CJ Jeep Rebuilder's Manual by Moses Ludel.

Each of Moses Ludel's Jeep® books earned an official Mopar® part number! The Rebuilder's Manuals provide in-depth, step-by-step details on rebuilding and restoring these CJ Jeep­™ models.

Jeep® CJ Rebuilder’s Manual: 1972-86 by Moses Ludel

 Click here for access to the Bentley Publishers website and information about the 1972-86 CJ Jeep Rebuilder's Manual by Moses Ludel.

Moses Ludel's books provide an in-depth model overview for owners and techs. For additional 4x4 Jeep®, Light Truck and SUV coverage, make this online magazine and the YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/@roadreadywithmosesludel) your technical resources!

Ford F-Series Owner’s Bible™ (1948-1995) by Moses Ludel

 Ford F-Series Pickup Owner's Bible by Moses Ludel (Bentley Publishers)

Moses Ludel's Ford F-truck and GM truck books earned official Ford Motor Company 'SVO' and GM Motorsport part numbers! Above is the Ford F-Series Pickup Owner's Bible™...Below is the Chevrolet & GMC Light Truck Owner's Bible™.

Chevrolet & GMC Light Truck Owner’s Bible™ (1939-1995) by Moses Ludel

 Chevrolet & GMC Light Truck Owner's Bible by Moses Ludel (Bentley Publishers)

Toyota Truck & Land Cruiser Owner’s Bible™ (1958-1996) by Moses Ludel

 Toyota Truck & Land Cruiser Owner's Bible by Moses Ludel (Bentley Publishers)

Moses Ludel's Toyota Truck and Land Cruiser book is a classic among vintage Toyota pickup and FJ40 Land Cruiser owners!

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Copyright © Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine online website and the 4WD Mechanix Magazine/’Road Ready’ Channel at YouTube®, 2010-2026…Under international copyright standards, no material can be copied or removed from this website. This includes photo images, videos, text, logos and graphics. PDF downloads are available solely for personal use by viewers. Other materials are available only with written permission. When describing content, please refer others to the website pages for viewing. All references to Jeep® and Mopar™ respect the registered trademarks of ‘Chrysler Corporation’, ‘DaimlerChrysler’, ‘FCA US LLC’, ‘Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ and ‘Stellantis’. All Rights Reserved.

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