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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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    Change Tires at Your Shop or a Remote Site

    by Moses Ludel April 23, 2021
    by Moses Ludel April 23, 2021

    Portable Off-Highway Manual Tire Changing! For decades we have sublet tire service. We ended that with Gaither Tool Company products. Manual tools and equipment …

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    Moses Ludel Lecture and Slideshow: Cast Iron TIG Repair

    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2021
    by Moses Ludel April 22, 2021

    Moses Ludel’s Guest Lecture and Slideshow at the 2011 Spring Midwest Willys Reunion: TIG Repair of a Large Cast Iron Axle Housing!       …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – MIG Welding Project: Installing the Pivot King

    by Moses Ludel April 20, 2021
    by Moses Ludel April 20, 2021

    MIG Welding Project: Building a Spare Tire Carrier with a Square Tube Axle! When the XJ Cherokee’s six-year-old tire carrier began to sag, the …

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    How-to: Gaither GT12-1US Precision Tire Balancing

    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2021
    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2021

    Gaither Takes Balancing to the Next Level: GT12-1US Manual Computer Tire Balancer… The Gaither GT12-1US is a heavy duty, manually operated computer tire and …

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    Winntec Wheel Assist Gen 2

    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2021
    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2021

    Winntec Wheel Assist Gen 2 Lift Makes Big Tire Handling Easy! Our shop moves heavy wheel and tire assemblies. The Winntec Tire Dolly (Model …

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    2020 SEMA360 and AAPEX Virtual Experience

    by Moses Ludel November 26, 2020
    by Moses Ludel November 26, 2020

    2020 SEMA360 Event and the AAPEX Virtual Experience Go Virtual! For 2020 the beat continued as the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and Automotive …

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    THE JESSI COMBS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2020 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

    by Moses Ludel November 10, 2020
    by Moses Ludel November 10, 2020

    Promoting Women in the Trades! THE JESSI COMBS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2020 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS… Seven Scholarships, totaling $30K awarded to women pursuing careers in the …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – HD Video Tool How-to: Using the OTC 7394 Hub Puller

    by Moses Ludel November 3, 2020
    by Moses Ludel November 3, 2020

    HD Video How-to:  OTC 6574 Hub Puller with Adapter Kit for Jeep, Light Truck and Vintage Car Axle Service! Vintage Jeep 4x4s and AMC/Jeep CJ …

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    Four-Wheeler Jake Munoz Overcame Multiple Spinal Surgeries

    by Moses Ludel October 21, 2020
    by Moses Ludel October 21, 2020

    Video Interview: Avid Four-Wheeler Overcame Multiple Spinal Surgeries! October 2020 Update: Jake Munoz, courageous friend, husband and father, passed away on October 2nd. At …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – 2014 Wheelers for the Wounded Rubicon Super Event

    by Moses Ludel October 21, 2020
    by Moses Ludel October 21, 2020

    For the first time, seasoned Nevada volunteer drivers take the Wheelers for the Wounded guest Vets over the Rubicon Trail. 4×4 masters, the WFTW …

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    Cooper Tires Discoverer S/T MAXX

    by Moses Ludel August 29, 2020
    by Moses Ludel August 29, 2020

    Cooper Tires Discoverer® S/T MAXX™ Our tests confirm that Cooper Tires Discoverer® S/T MAXX™ tires deliver superior highway and off-pavement traction. Testing included interstate, …

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    Shurhold® Dual-Action Polisher and Detailing Products

    by Moses Ludel June 18, 2020
    by Moses Ludel June 18, 2020

    How-to: Restoring Our Jeep® Cherokee’s Paint Finish… The Shurhold DA Polisher Pro and detailing products helped save our 1999 XJ Cherokee from an immediate …

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    Off-Road Vehicle Maintenance Tips from Red Line

    by Moses Ludel April 21, 2020
    by Moses Ludel April 21, 2020

    Red Line Synthetic Oil’s Suggestions for 4×4 Owners During This Stay-At-Home Period: Red Line Synthetic Oil Provides Helpful Tips and Tricks for Off-Road Enthusiasts …

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    Mahindra Takes on COVID-19 at Michigan

    by Moses Ludel April 20, 2020
    by Moses Ludel April 20, 2020

    Mahindra Automotive North America takes a proactive stance on COVID-19 at Michigan…

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    Lubrication Specialties Responds to COVID-19 Pandemic

    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2020
    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2020

    Lubrication Specialties Inc., Manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret, Announces Production of Hand Sanitizer in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic  Press Release: Mt Gilead, OH, (April …

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    Moses Ludel’s 4WD Mechanix Magazine – Rebuilding the Ross TL Steering Gear

    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2020
    by Moses Ludel April 12, 2020

    How-to: Rebuilding the Jeep-Ross ‘TL’ Steering Gear!   At the 2011 Midwest Willys Reunion, Moses Ludel was guest speaker to a large group of …

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    Coronavirus Crisis: Harbor Freight Steps Up!

    by Moses Ludel March 22, 2020
    by Moses Ludel March 22, 2020

    Coronavirus Crisis: Harbor Freight Steps Up! Harbor Freight Will Donate Key Emergency Supplies to Hospitals In this time of need, Harbor Freight has put …

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    SUR&R Oil Filter Cup

    by Moses Ludel March 3, 2020
    by Moses Ludel March 3, 2020

    Put an End to Oil Change Messes! End the messy oil drips and puddles when changing an oil filter. The SUR&R Oil Filter Cup …

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    2019 SEMA and AAPEX Shows

    by Moses Ludel December 3, 2019
    by Moses Ludel December 3, 2019

    Best New 4×4 and Light Truck Utility Products, Tools and Equipment… The first week in November, 4WD Mechanix Magazine covered the SEMA and AAPEX …

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    Book Review: Ford Bronco, A History of Ford’s Legendary 4×4

    by Moses Ludel November 25, 2019
    by Moses Ludel November 25, 2019

    Book Review: Ford Bronco, A History of Ford’s Legendary 4×4 by Todd Zuercher   Fifty-four years after the launch of the iconic Ford Bronco, …

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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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