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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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    OTC 5268 Truck Ramps

    by Moses Ludel October 7, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 7, 2023

    Test and Review: When a vehicle hoist is not available, floor jacks and jack stands are the common alternative. Stands take time to set …

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    5.9L Cummins CRD Injection System Cleaning

    by Moses Ludel October 6, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 6, 2023

    Maintaining Expensive Injection Components… Routine Cummins CRD injection system cleaning can help protect the expensive CP3 pump and Bosch injectors. Our regular service includes …

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    Gaither Tool Company Moore-Safe 20-Ton Jack

    by Moses Ludel October 6, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 6, 2023

    “World’s Safest Jack” Gaither Tool Company’s new 20-ton air-over-hydraulic Moore-Safe Jack delivers superior performance, safety and utility. Screw-in “bolt” head design provides stability and …

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    3M Products for a Productive and Safer Shop

    by Moses Ludel October 6, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 6, 2023

    3M Means Lasting Quality …3M products have been a mainstay at my shop. Trademarked and patented 3M products meet the highest standards. In these …

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    How-to: Blackwood Rubber Infused Lumber Trailer Deck

    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023

    How-to: Car Hauling Trailer Gets a Refresh with Blackwood Rubber Infused Lumber Decking… Our mid-1990s car hauling trailer needed attention. Wooden trailers decking has …

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    BFGoodrich® KO2 Off-Road Wiper Blades Deliver Safe All Season Performance

    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023

    Pylon Manufacturing Partners with BFGoodrich® on the New KO2 Wiper Blades! Stylish and innovative, the new BFGoodrich® KO2 Wiper Blades deliver superior service in …

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    Q&A Vlog: Choosing the Right Jeep 4×4 Model

    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023

    Q&A Vlog:  Choosing a Used Jeep 4×4 for On-Highway and Off-Road Use! In this vlog, Moses Ludel shares his choices for a used on- …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Vlog: Road Testing Jeep 4.6L Stroker Inline Six

    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023

    HD Vlog: Performance Testing a 4.6L Jeep Inline Six Stroker Motor! Hosted by Moses Ludel  The Jeep inline six stroker motor has been a popular …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – How-to: TIG Electrodes and HTP America Tungsten Sharpener

    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023

    How-to: Safer TIG Electrodes and the HTP America Tungsten Sharpener   In this HD video how-to, Moses Ludel discusses TIG tungsten electrode types and safer choices. …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – How-to: Arc Welding Introduction

    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023

    ‘How-to’: Stick Arc Welding Introduction & Equipment  SMAW or stick welding can be an inexpensive way to bring welding and fabrication into your shop …

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    Jeep® 4.0L Ignition Tune-Up and Injector Cleaning

    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023
    by Moses Ludel October 5, 2023

    How-to: 4.0L Jeep® Engine Diagnostics and Major Ignition and Fuel Injector Service… At 186,000 miles, our Jeep Cherokee 4.0L engine was due for mechanical …

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    The Great Outdoors Fund Raising the Roof at Georgia!

    by Moses Ludel August 30, 2023
    by Moses Ludel August 30, 2023

    Southeast OHV Enthusiasts: Mark September 23, 2023 on Your Calendar Raising the Roof on a New Recreation Space in Georgia FACT: Getting outdoors is …

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    New Cool Boss™ Air Coolers Provide Chilled, Clean Air, Light and Fresh Tunes

    by Moses Ludel August 15, 2023
    by Moses Ludel August 15, 2023

    Press Release: CB-28 and CB-36 evaporative coolers feature air ionizers, Bluetooth players and LED floodlights! The new Cool Boss™ CB-28 and CB-36 portable evaporative …

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    HD Videos: 2012 Wheelers for the Wounded Rubicon Super Event

    by Moses Ludel August 4, 2023
    by Moses Ludel August 4, 2023

    It’s that season again! This HD video series reminds us of challenges and joys along the Rubicon Trail. This is the 2012 Wheelers for …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – How-to: Cylinder Leak Down Test on Honda XR650R Motorcycle Engine

    by Moses Ludel June 30, 2023
    by Moses Ludel June 30, 2023

    How-to: Cylinder Leak Down Test on Honda XR650R Motorcycle Engine!   In this engine diagnostics and troubleshooting how-to HD video, Moses Ludel discusses cylinder …

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    June 2023 News from The Great Outdoors Fund

    by Moses Ludel June 29, 2023
    by Moses Ludel June 29, 2023

    Latest Press Release from TGOF! Chilhowee Restoration Project in Tennessee: A Fun-Filled Success, Thanks to Volunteers and Sponsors We had so much fun in …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Rebuilding the HondaXR650R Cylinder and Head at L.A. Sleeve Company

    by Moses Ludel June 29, 2023
    by Moses Ludel June 29, 2023

    Rebuilding the Honda XR650R Motorcycle Cylinder and Head at L.A. Sleeve Company! The magazine’s Honda XR650R motorcycle came with very low hours on the …

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    Testing the Upper Engine Rebuild and Tune on My Honda XR650R Motorcycle

    by Moses Ludel June 27, 2023
    by Moses Ludel June 27, 2023

    Riding a Honda XR650R motorcycle is exciting. Following a top-engine rebuild and tuning, I ride the bike for the first time. This is the …

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    Our Honda XR650R Tackles Single Track at El Dorado Canyon, Nevada!

    by Moses Ludel April 10, 2023
    by Moses Ludel April 10, 2023

    The Honda XR650R is best known for its dominance of open desert racing and successive wins in the Baja 1000, beginning with its launch …

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    Norman Craig Breedlove, Senior: March 23, 1937-April 4, 2023

    by Moses Ludel April 7, 2023
    by Moses Ludel April 7, 2023

    March 23, 1937 – April 4, 2023   PRESS RELEASE: Reprint and Artwork Courtesy of “LandSpeed” Louise Ann Noeth American five-time World Record Setter …

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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!

Advance Adapters

Click here for direct access to the Advance Adapters online catalog of products!

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HTP America Welding Equipment

HTP Welding, click here for direct access to the official website!

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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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