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| May 2004 : Volume #54 |
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Project Comanche
A built trail rig is great for weekends on the Rubicon, but it is not always the most practical vehicle. This is where my 1987 Jeep Comanche pickup comes in. The Comanche, with leaky motor and rear Dana 44, has served me well as a daily driver, parts runner, and mild wheeler for years. The years have taken their toll on the Comanche. Follow along as we transform a stock Comanche into a vehicle suited for any situation. |
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Success of the Washoe County Backcountry Coalition Reno, Nevada is facing the same issues as many other towns in western states. An influx of new residents is creating housing developments, which block traditional access routes to public land. The difference is that Reno has a very effective coalition to deal with the problem. The Washoe County Backcountry Coalition in Reno, Nevada provides a great example of what can be achieved through unity. The charter of the WCBC is to Serve as a focal point for the activities of various groups working to develop, promote, and implement a plan for lawful, multiple-use backcountry recreation in Washoe County including access to public land and a system of roads and trails." |
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Tuffy Security Bolt Locks
Introducing the Tuffy Security Bolt Lock. The Security Bolt Lock provides protection against the theft of something valuable mounted by bolts. Examples include winches and off-road lights. The Security Bolt Lock installs easily to any 5/8" or smaller bolt and prevents access to the bolt or nut for purposes of removal. |
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Safari Gard Jeep TJ Front Winch Bumper
SAFARI GARD, Inc, the leading provider of highest quality Land Rover and Jeep Performance Accessories, is proud to announce its new line of Jeep Wrangler TJ bumpers. Offering Jeep TJ owners the finest off road bumpers available today, Safari Gard bumpers are constructed from heavy-duty 1 3/4" round tubing steel and are TIG welded for the greatest strength and finish. |
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Nuts and Bolts about Fasteners- Chapter One This is the first in a series of articles regarding fasteners. Over the coming months we will discuss bolts, screws, nuts, washers, specialty fasteners and their applications. The purpose of this article is to provide a cursory overview of the common nomenclature, grades and classes, identification of both SAE Inch and ISO / DIN Metric bolts and screws and a short overview of screw threads. |
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NP231 Transfer Case Upgrade to NP231HD w/JB SYE
My new NP231HD/DHD is a zero-mile unit manufactured for Dodge trucks. It came from New Venture Gear through JB Conversions who added their short shaft kit (SYE) and converted the shift sector from Dodge to Jeep. The Heavy Duty designation is because of the large syncro hub and wider chain. In addition, JB Conversions replaced the stock 3-gear input pinion to the stronger 6-gear pinion. This new NP231 transfer case is the strongest it will ever be, and makes an easy upgrade for many Jeeps. |
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TeraFlex T-Locker Locking Differential The T-Locker utilizes an industrial pneumatic switch, designed for thousands of cycles per day, to eliminate an additional electric system to activate the locker. The locker further utilizes external pneumatics for engagement; making leaky rotating seal surfaces a thing of the past. Built from GGG-50, the T-Locker is engaged via SAE8620 forged and hardened pins on a shift collar. This is positioned by a shift fork located on the differential cover. The T-Locker is available now for the Dana 35, Dana 30, Dana 44 and Dana 60 axles. |
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Winter Fun Festival 2004 January is not often considered a peaking four wheeling month, but you could hardly tell from the turnout for the 22nd annual Cal4Wheel Winter Fun Festival. Over 700 people showed up for the event, with nearly all of the 13 scheduled runs selling out well in advance. One of the reasons for Winter Fun's popularity is the diversity of the event. There are trails ranging from dirt roads with a light dusting of snow to passes where the drifts are several feet deep. |
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