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JK Prerunner II
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Posted Yesterday 03:24 PM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Curt Hildebrand, Teraflex's engineer, is at it again. He finished his first JK Prerunner, a JK built to go fast yet still be able to crawl and immediately went to work on the next JK Prerunner, designing new parts that...
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The Latest From North East Xtreme Tech
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Posted September 7 2010 08:58 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Check out the latest aluminum products from North East Xtreme Tech . . .
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Needed Strength for Weak Frames
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Posted September 2 2010 11:18 PM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
1995-2004 Tacomas have c-channel frames that are notorious for bending and cracking. The c-channel frame also contributes to axle wrap and wheel hoop at the rear axle. Toyota’s answer to this issue was to box in and...
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2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor - It's Official!
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Posted September 2 2010 09:27 PM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
A standard 6.2-liter V8 engine pumping out 411 horsepower, new technologies and a newly available SuperCrew option that gives Raptor customers more choices in cab size all ensure the 2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor will remain...
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Posted September 2 2010 10:47 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Smittybilt announces the Universal Trail Shade. This innovative and easy to use system is the perfect temporary shelter to bring with you when heading out on the trails.
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BFG Recognizes Drummond Island in Michigan
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Posted September 1 2010 08:14 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Located in the far northeastern tip of Michigan's upper peninsula, Drummond Island was honored this past weekend by BFGoodrich(r) Tires as one of the 2010 Outstanding Trails. Off-road enthusiasts and members of the...
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Nemesis Notorious Flares
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Posted August 31 2010 08:35 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
JKs are heavy. REALLY heavy. Some modified JKs not only exceed half-ton pickup weight, they're as heavy as one-ton pickups! This is too much weight for a small utility vehicle and it's time to address this issue....
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1 ¼” Jeep JK Body Lift Kit
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Posted August 30 2010 07:34 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Rough Country Suspension Systems announces the release of their new 1 ¼” Jeep JK Body Lift Kit for manual transmission models. This Body Lift provides a full 1.25" of additional tire clearance. The 1.25" fiberglass...
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Posted August 27 2010 07:14 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Poly Performance has just released their all new Jeep JK Coilover/Air Bump Conversion Kit.
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Custom Made Aluminum Radiators
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Posted August 26 2010 06:14 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Mark 7 Radiators will build you a custom radiator, specifically for your vehicle, for less than some “off the shelf” radiators. Now that’s an offer you can’t refuse! Your new Mark 7 aluminum radiator will fit exactly into...
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Uncle Norm's Never Miss Hitch
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Posted August 25 2010 07:51 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Continuing the easily hooking up your trailer theme Kevin started, here's a simple yet effective way to get the ball to the hitch every time.
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Swift Hitch Cuts Hassle, Saves Time and Headaches
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Posted August 25 2010 12:41 AM by Kevin Blumer - Assistant Editor
Hitching up a trailer solo can be a daunting task. Back up, get out to check alignment and distance, get back in, back up a little more. Repeat the process until you’re hitched. There’s a better way. The Swift Hitch is a...
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Leave it to Deaver
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Posted August 24 2010 09:16 PM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
The Ford F-150 SVT Raptor is one of the best OE 4x4s on the planet. The reason I purchased one is that it will take very little to build it into a superb backcountry exploring truck.
But, the mighty Raptor isn't perfect....
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Posted August 24 2010 08:15 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
Skyjacker has new front & rear adjustable track bars for the ‘07-‘10 Jeep JK. These track bars feature 1 1/4” OD/.281 DOM wall tubing. They're heavy-duty OE replacements with an adjustable rod end...
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Posted August 23 2010 11:35 AM by Phil Howell - 4WD and SU Editor-in-Chief
I want to build my Ford SVT Raptor into a capable backcountry explorer. A big part of this project is to make the truck bed a multi-use area that can carry tools, camping equipment, gas cans, etc., yet still be comfortable...
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Ford F250 Research
The all new Ford F250 is a good car with practical styling to fit your lifestyle. The Ford F250 has a comparable MSRP to other vehicles in its class. Check out the number of recalls issued for it 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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