Time for some sheet metal surgery
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Posted August 31 2009 01:06 PM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
There's almost no such thing as too much wheel travel, but if wheel travel supercedes available room in your fenderwells, you'll have create extra clearance, run smaller tires or limit your bump travel.
During...
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The Mill Flat Fire
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Posted August 31 2009 11:13 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
On July 25th, lightning sparked a fire in a wilderness area located in the Pine Valley Mountains of southwestern Utah. The USDA Forest Service let it burn for a month.
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Tread Lightly! produces a new series of brochures
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Posted August 27 2009 09:26 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Most Americans know some basic outdoor ethics rules—like not littering and staying on the trail. However, not everyone knows how to cross a stream responsibly, approach a horseback rider safely or how far away a tent...
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Too Good to Trash
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Posted August 27 2009 12:16 AM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
The "Cash for Clunkers" program has given the auto industry a temporary shot in the arm. Shots in the arm are great, but I'm wary (and weary) of government program after government program that uses my tax...
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Aqualu aluminum tubs are strong and rust-free
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Posted August 26 2009 08:19 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
I'm going to get a new body! A new Jeep body, that is. Rockworx in Montrose, Colorado, is going to work with us to restore an old Jeep using an excellent Aqualu aluminum tub.
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Secure Your Valuables
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Posted August 24 2009 07:10 PM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
This high security 16-gauge steel storage trunk is specifically designed to mount behind the rear seat in an early Ford Bronco 1966-77 providing a secure place to store valuables. The Early Bronco Security Trunk solves the...
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Yukon Gear & Axle releases the Yukon Grizzly Locker
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Posted August 19 2009 09:11 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Yukon Gear & Axle has just released their Grizzly Locker for the Ford 9”.
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Disabling Electronic Control for the Dirt
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Posted August 19 2009 01:51 AM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
Traction control, vehicle stability control, and ABS sound like selling points to some, but to off-road enthusiasts they're often a burden. If you've ever tried to come to a quick stop in the dirt only to have the ABS kick...
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Don't Breathe the Phosgene!
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Posted August 17 2009 06:19 PM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
I was recently trolling on Race-Dezert.com and found a thread about welding safety. A forum member found a warning on Brew Bikes' web site about the dangers of using brake cleaner to clean metal during welding...
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The most prestigious dual sport event is almost here
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Posted August 17 2009 07:59 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
The American Motorcyclist Association, District 37, Dual Sport is pleased to announce the 2009 LA-Barstow to Vegas Dual Sport Ride. This year’s event will be held on November 27. This is your chance to be a part of the...
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It's all in the details
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Posted August 11 2009 11:37 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
It was photo shoot time again and I shot this very nice TJ Wrangler.
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Details, Details...
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Posted August 7 2009 01:34 PM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
It's easy to start a project, and it's almost as easy to half-finish a project. Once the rig is running and functioning past a certain threshold it's pretty tough to keep tuning and fabricating and painting. It's much more...
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Omix-Ada Solutions for 1988-2006 Jeep Wranglers
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Posted August 6 2009 03:44 AM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
Rugged Ridge has introduced a complete replacement soft top program for 1988-2006 Jeep®.
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Innovative JK Wrangler bumper
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Posted August 4 2009 05:46 PM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
I did a photo shoot today of two Jeeps from Mt. Logan Off-Road. One belonged to Mt. Logan's new owner Steve Bennion and was a 42" sticky-shod TJ. The other was a brand new 2009 JK Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon the...
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A Mechanical Problem Way Outside the Box
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Posted August 4 2009 05:05 PM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
Much of the time, engine and chassis problems can be diagnosed with either shadetree wisdom or a professional engine scanner.
Recently during a visit to Desolate Motorsports, I learned about a problem that defied every...
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Ford F250 Research
The all new Ford F250 is a good car, with practical styling to fit your lifestyle. The F250 comes with a V8 standard engine and goes for a suggested retail price of $42,855.00. It has had 0 vehicle recalls, which can give you an idea about its reliability. The Ford Escape and the Nissan Pathfinder are other vehicles that might interest you.
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