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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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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Rebuilding the Two-Barrel BBD Feedback Carburetor

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Jeep How-to: Restoring a Carter BBD Two-Barrel ‘Feedback’ Carburetor! The 1987-90 YJ 4.2L inline six cylinder engine carries forth the late CJ-era carburetion and …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Jeep XJ & MJ Axle, Transmission, Transfer Case & Driveline

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Q&A: Cherokee & Comanche Axle, Transmission, Transfer Case & Driveline      Enjoy the many detailed, traditional ‘Q&A’ exchanges in these article columns…’Q & A’ has now moved to …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Rebuilding the YJ Wrangler 4.2L BBD Carburetor

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    How-to: YJ Wrangler 4.2L Six Two-Barrel ‘BBD’ Carburetor Rebuild! The 1987-90 YJ 4.2L inline six cylinder engine carries forth the late CJ-era carburetion and …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Jeep XJ & MJ Routine Service & Miscellaneous Q & A

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Q&A: Jeep Cherokee & Comanche Routine Service, Tuning & Miscellaneous      Enjoy the many detailed, traditional ‘Q&A’ exchanges in these article columns…’Q & A’ …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Jeep CJ Inline Six Stroker Rebuild

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

          Jeep 232/258 Inline Six Upgrade—4.5L to 4.7L Stroker Motor Buildup! (4.7L Long-Block Photo Courtesy of Mopar® Performance)      American Motors’ most significant and …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – 4WD Rock Crawling & Racing Channel

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    4WD Rock Crawling & Racing Channel Playlist! View the 4WD Rock Crawling & Racing Channel’s high definition coverage of rock crawling, Ultra4, LOORS and VORRA racing, hardcore Jeep ‘wheeling and …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – YJ & TJ Wrangler Automatic Transmission Light Service

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    How-to: Jeep YJ and TJ Wrangler Automatic Transmission Service Since most owners will not rebuild their Jeep’s automatic transmission, this section focuses on the …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – YJ & TJ Jeep Stroker Six Upgrade

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Jeep Wrangler How-to: Upgrade 4.2L or 4.0L to a Stroker Inline Six (4.7L Long-Block Photo Courtesy of Mopar® Performance) See the exclusive HD video …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Moses Ludel Rebuilds the Jeep XJ Cherokee 8.25″ Chrysler Axle

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    How-to: Rebuilding the Jeep XJ Cherokee 8.25″ Chrysler Rear Axle This installation includes an ARB Air Locker differential and upgrade axle shafts!      Hordes …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Part 3: Alignment Details and Final Suspension Tuning

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Part 3: Suspension & Wheel Alignment, Driveline Upgrades and Exhaust [Illustration courtesy of Jeep® Corporation.]    Once the new suspension system is in place, final …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – 4WD Travel & Adventure Channel

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    4WD Travel & Adventure Channel Playlist! View the 4WD Travel & Adventure Channel for tips on travel, safety, destination four-wheeling and exciting places to …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – HD Video: Quality Parts for the 4.6L Jeep Inline Six Stroker Motor

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    HD Video: Quality Parts for 4.6L Jeep Inline Six Stroker Motor Buildup This series includes six HD video interviews with Tony Hewes…In addition to …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Jeep XJ & MJ Engine Upgrades and Swaps

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Q&A for Jeep XJ Cherokee and MJ Comanche: Engine Upgrades & Swaps      Enjoy the many detailed, traditional ‘Q&A’ exchanges in these article columns…’Q & A’ …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – 1964 Jeep CJ-5: A Vintage Stroker Inline Six Swap

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    1964 Jeep CJ-5 Gets ‘Rambler 196 Six’ Swap—the Original Stroker Motor! Jason Taylor’s 1964 Jeep CJ-5 boasts a unique engine swap: the Nash-Rambler OHV 196 inline six-cylinder, …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Jeep YJ and TJ Wrangler Engine Upgrades and Swaps

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Q&A How-to: Jeep YJ or TJ Wrangler Engine Upgrades and Swaps      Enjoy the many detailed, traditional ‘Q&A’ exchanges in these article columns…’Q & A’ …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Jeep Fuel Pressure Requirements

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Jeep How-to: Fuel Pressure Needs for Carburetion and Fuel Injection      Carburetion and TBI run at a much lower fuel pressures than MPI systems. BBD carburetors …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Latest Off-Road Racing News

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Off-Road Racing News Highlights:   Innovative rear axle, powertrain and chassis come together at Bradley Falin’s race shop. This is the first Duramax V-8 powered …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Jeep YJ and TJ Wrangler Tire, Suspension, Steering and Brakes

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Q&A How-to: Jeep YJ & TJ Wrangler Tire, Suspension, Steering & Brakes      Enjoy the many detailed, traditional ‘Q&A’ exchanges in these article columns…’Q & A’ …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Moses Ludel Rebuilds the Jeep YJ Wrangler Dana 30 Front Axle

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Rebuilding Jeep YJ Wrangler Dana 30 Front Axle with ARB Air Locker!   Note: The popular Dana 30 open knuckle front axle is original equipment in various …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – How-to: Oil Filtration for 4.0L and Stroker Inline Six Build-ups

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2015

    Oil Filtration for Jeep 4.2L, 4.0L and Inline Six Stroker Motors The 4.0L swap into an earlier Jeep CJ or YJ Wrangler 2.5L four or 4.2L …

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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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