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First Startup of 1955 Jeep CJ-5 With a Fresh Buick 231 Even-Fire...

December 5, 2024 0 comments

On December 3, 2024, our oldest son Ed started up the 1955 CJ-5 for the first time. Two decades have passed since my Jeep® …

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Gaither Tool Shares New Products at the 2024 SEMA Show

November 12, 2024 0 comments

At the 2024 SEMA Show, the Gaither Tool Company booth was busy as usual! In addition to a long list of traditional Gaither offerings …

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Advance Adapters at the 2024 Las Vegas SEMA Show and a Tour...

November 12, 2024 0 comments

At the 2024 SEMA Show, Las Vegas, Advance Adapters introduced its new products and latest innovations. The team unveiled a sought-after prototype parking brake …

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2024 SEMA Show: Latest Mickey Thompson MT Wheels and Tires for 4x4s,...

November 11, 2024 0 comments

The magazine toured the Mickey Thompson light truck, 4×4 and off-road tire and wheel booth at the 2024 SEMA Show. M/T tires and wheels …

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2024 SEMA Show Tour of Prime Products and Tool Picks at the...

November 11, 2024 0 comments

Each year the innovative, leading edge aftermarket products are on display at the SEMA Show’s New Products Showcase. This year, our favorite off-road product …

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Gaither Trac Tire Jack and Winntec Centering Bolts Make Tire Changing and...

May 24, 2024 0 comments

Changing a flat tire or performing a tire rotation can be a chore, especially on vehicles with wheel bolts instead of wheel studs and …

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The Motorcycle Tech and Travel Channel Shop and Studio Now Ready for...

April 18, 2024 0 comments

A heavy winter and Sierra pass closures put motorcycling on hold and provided the perfect opportunity for organizing and repurposing shop space for motorcycle …

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Routine Tire Rotation and Front Wheel Alignment Check for Maximum Tire Mileage

April 10, 2024 0 comments

We test 4×4 light truck and SUV tires and strive for accuracy. Consistency demands routine checks of air pressure, timely tire rotations and wheel …

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Gaither-Winntec Floor Jacks and Fast Lock Jack Block System

March 2, 2024 0 comments

Many automotive shops and DIY garages have limited space for floor jacks and jack stands. Working from a creeper with jack stands under a …

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BendPak Octa-Flex® Hoist Concept Revealed

January 19, 2024 0 comments

The Octa-Flex® hoist is poised for launch in the Fall of 2024. This breakthrough design will revolutionize shop workflow and dramatically reduce technician challenges. …

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    Join Moses Ludel at “Road Ready!”

    by Moses Ludel September 15, 2022
    by Moses Ludel September 15, 2022

    “Road Ready!” with Moses Ludel now live at YouTube! Since 2010, 4WD Mechanix Magazine has delivered technical how-to, travel and event HD video coverage …

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    Road Ready Episode 14: Picking the Right Preowned Jeep 4×4 for Off-Road and Highway Use

    by Moses Ludel September 10, 2022
    by Moses Ludel September 10, 2022

    In this discussion, Moses Ludel goes over the more affordable Jeep 4×4 models in the used vehicle market. He shares their design, assets and …

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    Easier and Safer Way to Replace Motor Mounts on a Jeep® YJ or TJ Wrangler and XJ Cherokee

    by Moses Ludel July 14, 2022
    by Moses Ludel July 14, 2022

    Replacing Jeep YJ and TJ Wrangler or XJ Cherokee motor mounts can be done easily and more safely. Before you attempt to change motor …

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    Road Ready Episode 13: All Electric Ford F-150 Lightning Pickup

    by Moses Ludel July 9, 2022
    by Moses Ludel July 9, 2022

    Recent episodes of Road Ready have discussed ways to cope with the high cost of fossil fuel and living with our gas and diesel …

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    Honda XR650R Motorcycle Complete Top Engine Rebuild With Valve Adjustment

    by Moses Ludel June 28, 2022
    by Moses Ludel June 28, 2022

    Motorcycling has been part of my life for nearly six decades. Honda dirt bikes have been our additional “family members” since the mid-eighties. When …

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    Road Ready Episode 12: Plan for High Fuel Prices

    by Moses Ludel June 22, 2022
    by Moses Ludel June 22, 2022

    85% of American workers depend on a personal vehicle for getting to work. Southern California commuters face the highest fuel prices in the nation, …

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    Road Ready Episode 11: Driving for Maximum Fuel Efficiency

    by Moses Ludel June 20, 2022
    by Moses Ludel June 20, 2022

    The secret to saving fuel is driving technique, and the way you drive will determine the actual fuel mileage. In Episode 11 of Road …

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    ‘Road Ready’ Episode 10: Tuning and Maintenance for Maximum Fuel Efficiency

    by Moses Ludel June 18, 2022
    by Moses Ludel June 18, 2022

    Squeezing the most out of a tankful of gasoline or diesel fuel requires a well tuned engine. Modern EFI engines with high output ignitions …

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    Road Ready Episode 9: Slashing Our Fuel Costs in Half

    by Moses Ludel June 17, 2022
    by Moses Ludel June 17, 2022

    Cutting Fuel Expenses Without Sacrificing Our Lifestyle Four wheeling and four-wheel drive vehicles have been an important part of our lifestyle. Fifty-seven years ago, …

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    Why We Picked the Autel MS906TS Scan Tool for Our Shop

    by Moses Ludel June 8, 2022
    by Moses Ludel June 8, 2022

    Choosing a scan tool in today’s market is a big decision for any shop or serious ‘DIY’ consumer. The functions, hardware quality and software …

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    Jeep Wrangler AX15 Transmission to XJ Cherokee Swap

    by Moses Ludel May 26, 2022
    by Moses Ludel May 26, 2022

    The rugged Aisin AX15 5-speed manual transmission was a Jeep® and Dakota 4×4 mainstay from 1989 up. A later version of this transmission is …

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    HDPE Fuel Tank Repair with a Tech-Bond PTFE Tech-Patch Kit

    by Moses Ludel May 20, 2022
    by Moses Ludel May 20, 2022

    High Density Polyethylene or HDPE is a common material in modern plastic gas tanks. Tough and flexible, these tanks are resistant to corrosion but …

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    Road Ready Episode 8: Testing EFI Fuel Pressure and Volume at the Rail

    by Moses Ludel May 1, 2022
    by Moses Ludel May 1, 2022

    An EFI gasoline engine needs spark and fuel at the right pressure and volume. In Episode 8, we demonstrate the quickest way to test …

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    Road Ready Episode 7:

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2022
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2022

    Being a ‘Parts Replacer’ Wastes Timeand Spends Money Needlessly Forums and how-to YouTube videos can be helpful information. At times, however, consumers wind up …

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    N4WDA 6th Annual Silver State Poker Run

    by Moses Ludel April 20, 2022
    by Moses Ludel April 20, 2022

    Dayton Events Center (Rodeo Grounds) Dayton, NV                                          Saturday, September 10th, 2022                            This event is open to the public for all 4 wheel drive vehicles (Jeeps, …

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    Road Ready Episode 6: Maintaining Your Air Compressor and the HTP Max Dry Air Dryer

    by Moses Ludel April 10, 2022
    by Moses Ludel April 10, 2022

    The air compressor is the most important piece of equipment in our shops and home garages. Maintaining the air compressor includes draining the tank …

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    Road Ready Episode 5: Choosing the Right Fuel Can Pay Off

    by Moses Ludel April 6, 2022
    by Moses Ludel April 6, 2022

    Everyone is shopping for better fuel prices. However, the cheapest fuel may be more costly in a variety of ways. In this episode, Moses …

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    Road Ready Episode 4: When to Change the Air Filter, Oil and Oil Filter

    by Moses Ludel April 3, 2022
    by Moses Ludel April 3, 2022

    For off-pavement vehicles, proper air filter and oil maintenance is critical. The guidelines in the owner’s handbook are not enough to protect your engine …

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    Frantz Oil Filter for the Ram Cummins Diesel

    by Moses Ludel April 2, 2022
    by Moses Ludel April 2, 2022

    Bypass Oil Filtration to Preserve the Engine In the late 1960s, as a budding light and medium duty fleet truck mechanic, I maintained a …

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    Rebuilding the Jeep® or Dodge Dakota Aisin AX15 and Toyota 150, 151 and 154 Series Transmissions

    by Moses Ludel April 1, 2022
    by Moses Ludel April 1, 2022

    These Aisin AX15 and Toyota truck/SUV and Supra Turbo transmissions require careful disassembly and assembly sequences. This is a precision gearbox design. The Aisin …

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Jeep® CJ Rebuilder’s Manual: 1972-86

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