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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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    Selecting Tires and Wheels for Optimal Handling, Gearing and Fuel Efficiency

    by Moses Ludel September 30, 2016
    by Moses Ludel September 30, 2016

    4WD Mechanix Magazine’s 2005 Dodge Ram 4×4 Ram truck with Cummins 5.9L diesel power has an aftermarket 4-inch chassis lift and 4.56 axle gears. To …

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  • News and EventsTravel and Adventure

    Halfway Club for Great Italian Food at Reno, Nevada

    by Moses Ludel September 19, 2016
    by Moses Ludel September 19, 2016

    Like other travelers, we enjoy a meal out. Casale’s Halfway Club has been a Reno and old U.S. Highway 40 landmark for 80 years. …

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  • How-to VideoNews and EventsTravel and Adventure

    4WD Mechanix Magazine Travel: Exploring Bodega Bay

    by Moses Ludel September 18, 2016
    by Moses Ludel September 18, 2016

    As our dry, hot summer at Nevada’s high desert eked on, we were overdue for a trip to the coast and some fresh salt air. Our …

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  • Travel and Adventure

    Visit the California Trail Interpretive Center

    by Moses Ludel August 27, 2016
    by Moses Ludel August 27, 2016

    West of Elko, Nevada, the California Trail Interpretive Center offers historical and cultural insight into the westward migration of the American Pioneers. Equally interesting …

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    Saginaw Power Steering Gear In-Chassis Troubleshooting

    by Moses Ludel August 3, 2016
    by Moses Ludel August 3, 2016

    If you encounter leaks, looseness or wander with a Saginaw Rotary Valve power steering gear, some quick diagnostic steps will prove useful. These troubleshooting techniques require …

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    Dodge Ram How-to: DSI Big 5.0″ Aluminum Driveshaft Upgrade

    by Moses Ludel July 25, 2016
    by Moses Ludel July 25, 2016

    View this HD 1080P how-to video and see why, how and when you need to upgrade your 4×4’s driveshafts! We consulted Driveshaft Specialist, Inc. and …

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    Ram 3500: BFG KO2 All-Terrain LRE Tires for Trailer Towing

    by Moses Ludel July 11, 2016
    by Moses Ludel July 11, 2016

    The magazine’s 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 4WD Quad-Cab has Cummins turbo-diesel power and a willingness to work! Its latest assignment is toting an 8200-pound …

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    Our Ram 3500 Gets an A.R.E. Shell

    by Moses Ludel June 25, 2016
    by Moses Ludel June 25, 2016

    Many viewers and forum members have seen our 2005 Ram 3500 4×4 pickup at events or on the road. Seems we’re always hauling gear …

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  • News and EventsTravel and Adventure

    2016 Moab EJS: Charlene Bower Announces Ladies Co-Driver Challenge

    by Moses Ludel June 3, 2016
    by Moses Ludel June 3, 2016

    BFG® Tires, Raceline Wheels and Poison Spyder Customs provided an evening event for four-wheeler guests at Grandpa’s Garage during the 2016 Moab Easter Jeep …

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  • How-to VideoWelding How-to

    Testing a Durston Magnetic Plug Weld Tool

    by Moses Ludel June 3, 2016
    by Moses Ludel June 3, 2016

    The Durston/VIM MPWT Magnetic Plug Weld Tool is a unique way to get quality results when plug welding. If you have sheet gauge metal …

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  • News and Events

    Racing Interviews: Rob MacCachren and Bryce Menzies

    by Moses Ludel June 3, 2016
    by Moses Ludel June 3, 2016

    Close-ups: LOORS  Pro-Series Racers Rob MacCachren and Bryce Menzies      Top drivers running BFGoodrich tires, Rob MacCachren (left) and Bryce Menzies (right) compete at the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORS). …

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    History of Saginaw Rotary Valve Integral Power Steering Gear

    by Moses Ludel May 5, 2016
    by Moses Ludel May 5, 2016

    Saginaw Rotary Valve Integral Power Steering Gear The Saginaw Rotary Valve integral power steering gear is reliable and durable. Its serviceability is much easier …

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  • How-to ArticlesHow-to Video

    Honda XR650R Motorcycle Upper Engine Teardown and Inspection

    by Moses Ludel April 30, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 30, 2016

    Honda XR650R Motorcycle How-to: Upper Engine Tear Down for Inspection In this HD video overview, Moses Ludel disassembles the top end of the magazine’s …

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    2016 Moab EJS: BFG Presents the Outstanding Trails Awards Winners

    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016

    Each year, BFGoodrich® Tires presents the Outstanding Trails Awards to clubs that contribute the greatest energy toward a trail maintenance and improvement project. Their …

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    2016 Moab EJS: Off-Road Products Raffle at Grandpa’s Garage

    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016

    Guests of BFGoodrich® Tires, Raceline Wheels and Poison Spyder Customs gathered at Grandpa’s Garage for an evening of fun after running at Area BFE/BFG. …

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  • News and Events

    2016 Moab EJS: Friends, Colleagues and Guests Toast Richard Winchester

    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016

    Richard Winchester retired from BFGoodrich® Tires marketing in January, marking 47 years and 8 months with this major tire manufacturer. During the 2016 Moab …

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    2016 Moab EJS: Tech Talk at Grandpa’s Garage

    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016

    BFGoodrich® Tires, Raceline Wheels and Poison Spyder sponsored an evening at Grandpa’s Garage during the 2016 Moab EJS. Greg Mulkey and John Williams raised …

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  • News and Events

    2016 Moab EJS: Evening at Grandpa’s Garage

    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 18, 2016

    During the 2016 Moab EJS, the folks at BFGoodrich® Tires, Raceline Wheels and Poison Spyder sponsored a party for select guests. Danny Grimes’ Grandpa’s …

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    2016 Moab EJS Area BFE/BFG Fun Run

    by Moses Ludel April 15, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 15, 2016

    2016 marked the 50th Anniversary of the Easter Jeep Safari. BFG Tires partnered with Raceline Wheels and Poison Spyder Customs to help 4×4 guests …

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    Bill Burke’s 4-Wheeling America Leads the Superwinch and Bestop Run at 2016 Moab Easter Jeep Safari

    by Moses Ludel April 13, 2016
    by Moses Ludel April 13, 2016

    In this HD video coverage, Superwinch and 4-Wheeling America head up a group run at the 2016 Moab Easter Jeep Safari. 4-Wheeling America is …

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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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