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Teraflex is at it again.

JK Prerunner II
30388765 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 NEXT Thing

The Latest From North East Xtreme Tech
34428345 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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Tacoma Rear Frame Reinforcement Plates

Needed Strength for Weak Frames
30351073 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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Ford SVT - And the hits just keep on comin'!

2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor - It's Official!
28922696 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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Smittybilt's Universal Trail Shade

28914185 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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2010 Outstanding Trails

BFG Recognizes Drummond Island in Michigan
34367661 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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Lighten up your JK

Nemesis Notorious Flares
34359168 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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Raising it with Rough Country

1 ¼” Jeep JK Body Lift Kit
30304462 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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Poly Performance Jeep JK Front Coilover Conversion Kit

34334208 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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Stay Cool

Custom Made Aluminum Radiators
34323456 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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Guide Ball to Hitch Every Time

Uncle Norm's Never Miss Hitch
28841078 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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Hitching Made Easy

Swift Hitch Cuts Hassle, Saves Time and Headaches
28839731 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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Rear Spring Upgrade

Leave it to Deaver
30259729 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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Skyjacker Front & Rear Adjustable JK Track Bars

30250597 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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Ford Sportliner by BedRug

30241915 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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