http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+All/Article/list/45794 In depth technical articles on parts and accessories for off-road trucks, 4x4s and SUVs. Reviews of suspension lifts, wheels, tires, engine performance parts, lights, gears, transmissions, shocks, off-road technology. Photos and video illustrating installation and reviews. 2009-11-23T05:20:58Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Voices%3A+4x4+Answer+Man/4x4-AnswerMan-Tackles-Reader-Questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/641164?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 This month we answer questions like "Can I Build a Military Surplus HMMWV with Scrap Parts? Will Bilstein Shocks fit my 4Runner? Where can I get Headers for my custom V6? How can I convert my Land Cruiser to Disk Brakes? and more! 2009-11-12T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/462009/641164/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/462009/641164/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/462009/641164/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+All/Toyota-4Runner-Third-Generation-Trail-Suspension-P/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635064?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We ponder Toyota 4Runner suspension options while fixing our rear springs. 2009-10-19T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/432009/635064/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/432009/635064/Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/432009/635064/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Reviews+Vehicles%3A+Toyota/Blog-Our-First-Look-at-the-2010-Toyota-4Runner/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634412?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 This year marks the 25th anniversary of the off-road-savvy Toyota 4Runner. We were able to drive a number of incarnations of the new vehicle today at Toyota's press launch. 2009-10-15T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/422009/634412/PHOTO_5750961_27589_3888948_main_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/422009/634412/PHOTO_5750961_27589_3888948_main_300x200_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/422009/634412null REMOTE http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+Ford/Ford-F-150-Performance-Accessories-Premium-Lift-Sy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632386?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Performance Accessories Premium Lift system for the Ford F-150 fits 35-inch wheels and tires for an affordable price. 2009-10-07T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/412009/632386/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/412009/632386/Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/412009/632386/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Voices%3A+4x4+Answer+Man/4x4-AnswerMan-Tackles-Reader-Questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630535?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 This month we answer questions like "Should I put a V6 in my Toyota? Will these seats fit my GMC? Where can I find Heavy Duty U-Joints? Why is my Samurai dying?" and more! 2009-10-05T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/402009/630535/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/402009/630535/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/402009/630535/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Toyota/Project-FJ40-Cruiser-Off-Road-Race-Mirrors-Install/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/628879?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Off-road race mirrors for your trail rig. Why the heck not? 2009-09-24T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/392009/628879/race-mirror_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/392009/628879/race-mirror_main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/392009/628879/race-mirror_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Toyota/Gen-3-Toyota-4Runner-Trail-Suspension-Part-2/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/627054?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We made it past the easy part with the front suspension, but now the third-generation 4Runner project has moved into a murkier phase of the buildup: rear suspension. 2009-09-16T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/382009/627054/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/382009/627054/Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/382009/627054/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/dirtsports/Tech/Racing-Brakes-Finding-Speed-in-Slowing-Down/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625697?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 In NASCAR or IndyCar racing brakes are so vital to a team's success. It's no different in off-road racing. 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dirtsports/372009/625697/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dirtsports/372009/625697/Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dirtsports/372009/625697/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Voices%3A+4x4+Answer+Man/4x4-AnswerMan-Tackles-Readers-Questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/623023?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 I am having trouble finding parts for my '85 Toyota pick-up. I?m trying to find lift kits and Baja bumpers; I have a 1985 Dodge Ram Van, what does it take to convert to fuel injection; I need some suggestions for my 1992 Ford Ranger XLT 3.0 V6 five-speed; and more! 2009-09-02T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/362009/623023/answer_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/362009/623023/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/362009/623023/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Toyota/Gen-3-Toyota-4Runner-Trail-Suspension-Part-1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/618651?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 There may be 100 ways to set up a 4Runner for the trail, but we go the TRD/Bilstein path for our front suspension. 2009-08-12T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332009/618651/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332009/618651/Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332009/618651/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Editors+Pick/Adding-a-Race-Battery-Box-to-Your-4x4/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617428?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Keeping things secure on the trail can be tricky, especially when you bash and slam your rig. One way to make sure you don't lose the juice is by adding a heavy-duty race battery box. We take a look at ORW's race battery box and install it on our Toyota Land Cruiser project. 2009-08-06T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322009/617428/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322009/617428/race-battery-box_main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322009/617428/race-battery-box_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Chevy/Big-Bad-Chevy-Warn-Winch-and-Air-Compressor-Instal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616952?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Project Big Bad Chevy gets a Warn winch and Air-Power SPI air compressor. 2009-08-05T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322009/616952/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322009/616952/Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322009/616952/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/dirtsports/Tech%3A+All/Guide-to-the-Latest-Off-Road-Electronic-Gadgets/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/613123?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Useful off-road electronic gear and gadgets, such as GPS, radio and camera systems 2009-07-22T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/302009/613123/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/302009/613123/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/302009/613123/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+All/Off-Road-Tow-Strap-Technology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/605173?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 An overview off-road towing best practices, and a look at the technology behind tow straps, snatches and chains. 2009-06-19T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252009/605173/Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252009/605173/Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252009/605173/Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Editors+Pick/LED-Tail-Light-Conversion/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/603132?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Inspired by old 4x4s and new technology, we decided to indulge in the fusion of high-tech LED lighting and aged steel. 2009-06-11T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/242009/603132/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/242009/603132/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/242009/603132/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+Tires+and+Wheels/Tire-Tip-When-to-Replace-Tires-and-How-To-Rotate/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601752?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Reader brings up a good question - "Should I change all my tires at one time?" We ask the TireGuy. 2009-06-05T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/232009/601752/rotate_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/232009/601752/rotate_300x211_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/232009/601752null REMOTE http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+Chevy/Project-Big-Bad-Chevy-Rear-Axle-Build/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/597749?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We fully rebuilt and installed the rear 14-bolt axle and reconfigured the drivetrain on the 1983 Chevy truck. 2009-05-11T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/202009/597749/AxleThumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/202009/597749/AxleMain_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/202009/597749/AxleFlash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Toyota-FJ40-Man-A-Fre-Roll-Cage-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/597113?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 A review of a Man-A-Fre roll cage for a Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser. 2009-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/192009/597113/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/192009/597113/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/192009/597113/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Editors+Pick/Gen-3-Toyota-4Runner-Tundra-Brake-Swap/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/595244?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We attack the famous Tundra brake swap for our Gen 3 4Runner and kill a myth or two in the process. 2009-04-27T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/182009/595244/4RunThumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/182009/595244/4RunMain_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/182009/595244/4RunFlash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/2009-Off-Road-Wheel-Guide/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/589661?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Great new styles and technological innovation are driving today's highly competitive off-road wheel market. Here's a closer look with the Dirt Sports 2009 Wheel Guide. 2009-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/132009/589661/WheelThumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/132009/589661/WheelMain_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/132009/589661/WheelFlash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Installing-a-Toyota-Tundra-5-inch-Lift-Kit-from-Pe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/587719?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We install a 5-inch lift kit from Performance Accessories for a 2007 and 2008 Toyota Tundra that allows for 35-inch-tall tires for under $900. 2009-03-17T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/122009/587719/TunThumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/122009/587719/TunMain_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/122009/587719/TunFlash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+Toyota/Small-Ideas-Essential-Rav4-Maintenance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/583417?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 The Toyota Rav4 Trucklet Project gets some necessary maintenance that can apply to nearly all off-roaders. 2009-02-25T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/092009/583417/TletThumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/092009/583417/TletMain_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/092009/583417/TletFlash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Ford%3A+All/BDS-2009-Ford-F-150-25-inch-Leveling-Kit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/582955?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 BDS Suspension offers a 2.5-inch leveling kit for the 2009 F-150 2/4WD pickup. 2009-02-23T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/092009/582955/BDSthumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/092009/582955/BDSmain_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/092009/582955/BDSflash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Dodge%3A+All/2009-Dodge-Ram-1500-4x4-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/582425?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Off-Road.com tests Dodge's new 1500 Ram 4x4. 2009-02-18T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/082009/582425/DodgeThumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/082009/582425/DodgeMain_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/082009/582425/DodgeFlash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+Suspension/Super-Tundras/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/579943?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 In business since 1975, Superlift knows Toyota owners well. These enthusiasts have high expectations, loudly touting products they like and unabashedly bash ones that let them down. 2009-02-05T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/062009/579943/ORC-Tundra-07_148x60_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/062009/579943/ORC-Tundra-01a_300x180_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/062009/579943null HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Editors+Pick/Range-Rover-Factory-Tour/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577990?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Off-Road.com reporter Stephen Clark visits Range Rover's assembly plant in merry old England. 2009-01-28T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/052009/577990/landrover_Thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/052009/577990/landrover_Main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/052009/577990/landrover_Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Project-Big-Bad-Chevy-Steering/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/566669?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Last time we installed plenty of beef to our stepside Chevy 4x4 with a Dana 60 front axle and 14 Bolt rear. Now we turn our attention to the steering. With big tires to turn, we went to PSC and Off Road Designs to tackle the task and get us steered straight. Read on for the details. 2008-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/472008/566669/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/472008/566669/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/472008/566669/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+Other+Topics/Top-Tips-for-Selecting-the-Right-Trailer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/568295?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 As 4x4s get more extreme, towing it to the trail makes more sense. However there are lots of factors to consider before going out and buying a trailer for your trail rig. Read before you buy! 2008-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/482008/568295/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/482008/568295/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/482008/568295/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://jeep.off-road.com/jeep/Features/The-Dana-44-Grease-Nipple-Mod/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562605?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Greasing the wheel bearings on a semi-floating rear Dana 44 can be an almost impossible task. Even after taking apart half the axle, it is still hard to get the bearings the proper amount of grease. This modification makes greasing the bearings a breeze. Check it out. 2008-10-31T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/442008/562605/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/442008/562605/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/442008/562605/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Rav4-Crawler-Building-Front-Armor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/561728?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 With not a lot of clearance in the first place, we knew our Toyota Rav4 crawler was going to need some serious armor for protection. Armor Craft comes to the rescue by building a serious skid plate for our little trucklet. 2008-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/442008/561728/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/442008/561728/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/442008/561728/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Project-Big-Bad-Chevy-One-Ton-Axle-Install-Part-II/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/557884?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Last month we rebuilt our Dana 60 front axle to get it ready for its new home under the front of Project Big Bad Chevy. This month we cover the actual installation process as we get our Chevy 4x4 truck ready for the trail. 2008-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/412008/557884/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/412008/557884/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/412008/557884/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Project-Big-Bad-Chevy-One-Ton-Axle-Swap/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/553457?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Our big and bad Chevy pickup project gets a whole lot badder and stronger with the installation of one-ton axles front and rear. Follow along as we prep a Dana 60 front axle and 14 Bolt rear axle for installation in our Chevy 4x4. 2008-09-25T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/392008/553457/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/392008/553457/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/392008/553457/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://jeep.off-road.com/jeep/Features/The-STaK-4x4-Mini-Monster-Transfer-Case/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/552508?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 The original Monster Box was big, beefy and the first-three speed transfer case available. Now STak 4x4 introduces the Mini Monster. With smaller dimensions it easily fits in the frame rail of almost any Jeep, 4x4 or truck adding much needed gear reduction and strength. We take a peek inside the monster to see what makes it so stout. 2008-09-23T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/392008/552508/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/392008/552508/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/392008/552508/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://jeep.off-road.com/jeep/Features/A-Guide-To-Troubleshooting-the-Most-Common-MIG-Wel/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/551171?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Use your 4x4 or truck long enough and eventually something breaks making it time to bust out the welder. MIG welding is by far the most common form due to its ease but it is not a complete cakewalk. We talk to the experts at Hobart and Bernard to give us their welding tips to solve the most common MIG welding problems. 2008-09-18T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/382008/551171/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/382008/551171/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/382008/551171/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://jeep.off-road.com/jeep/Features/Warn-Winch-Celebrates-60th-Anniversary-and-Unveils/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546066?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Warn Winch celebrates its 60th anniversary by introducing the Endurance 12.0 winch. The first force-air cooled winch we have ever seen, its offers 12,000 lbs. of pulling power and the fastest line speed in its class making it ideal for the front of any Jeep or 4x4. 2008-08-28T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/352008/546066/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/352008/546066/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/352008/546066/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://jeep.off-road.com/jeep/Editors+Pick/Smittybilts-XCR8-Winch-and-Viking-Synthetic-Line-C/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/545025?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Smittybilt's new XCR8 winch is a great value with its low price point but is it a great budget winch or just cheap? We install it on our Jeep JK and put it to the test along with Viking's synthetic line. 2008-08-26T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/352008/545025/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/352008/545025/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/jeep/352008/545025/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Installing-Air-Bags-and-a-Hitch-on-a-Chevy-Colorad/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/542636?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 With gas prices sky high more people are turning to mid-size pickups. Towing with a smaller pickup can be a challenge but installing Air Ride air bags and a U-Haul hitch make our Chevy Colorado a more capable tow rig. Plus it is an easy install that almost anyone can do. 2008-08-15T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332008/542636/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332008/542636/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332008/542636/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Editors+Pick/Man-A-Fres-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-4-Plus-Bull-Bar-and/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/542645?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Our Toyota FJ-40 Land Cruiser was in desperate need of a new front bumper to add some protection and new looks. We installed Man-A-Fre's beefy new front bull bar and added some Light Force lights for nighttime excursions. Follow along as we show the results. 2008-08-15T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332008/542645/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332008/542645/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/332008/542645/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Improving-the-Nissan-Xterra-Throttle-Body/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/534692?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We install a refurbished and bigger bore throttle body on our Nissan Xterra. Will this simple and fairly cheap install be worth the dollars and minimal sweat? Will it add more power? Read on to find out. 2008-08-07T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322008/534692/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322008/534692/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/322008/534692/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Project-Big-Bad-Chevy-Off-Road-Designs-1-inch-Body/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/533416?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 A simple install makes our truck feel like new. In one hour we put into place a one-inch body lift for much needed tire clearance and new body bushings to replace our worn stockers. The results are well worth the minimal effort. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/312008/533416/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/312008/533416/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/312008/533416/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+Chevy/Project-Big-Bad-Chevy-Rebuilding-the-Bed-of-our-Ch/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/530783?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Our Project Big Bad Chevy kicks off with rebuilding its thrashed wooden bed. After lots of grinding, cutting tube and positioning plate we can finally use the bed again. 2008-07-18T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/292008/530783/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/292008/530783/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/292008/530783/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Tech%3A+All/OR-Fabs-ProSteps/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/526547?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 OR Fab's new ProSteps install in a snap, add much needed rocker protection, make getting in and out simple and look great. 2008-06-27T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/262008/526547/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/262008/526547/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/262008/526547/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Rav4-Crawler-Home-made-Rack/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/525602?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We scour Craigslist for a new rack for extra cargo capacity for our little Toyota Rav4. It's not a baby anymore! 2008-06-23T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/262008/525602/RAV4_thumbPG_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/262008/525602/RAV4_mainJPG_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/262008/525602/RAV4_flash_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/The-Volant-Hummer-H3-PowerCore-Air-Intake-System/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/524470?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We?ve heard about Volant?s newest air filter design called the PowerCore that is more efficient than current filter designs and provides a greater amount of air to the engine. If this was true, then their new filter, in conjunction with the company?s popular Cold Air Intake system, might be what we were looking for. 2008-06-18T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252008/524470/hummer_thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252008/524470/hummer_main_main.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252008/524470/hummer_flash_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Armor-Crafts-Tacoma-Skid-Plate-the-Squirrel-Guard/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/524338?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 The part that brought us to Armor Craft this weekend was this bit of welded tube and sheet stock Rich has been calling the Squirrel Guard. He and his lead Toyota nutter Brian have focused on the small Tacoma as an easy target for singular items like this low-frontal skid and deflector plate. 2008-06-17T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252008/524338/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252008/524338/tacoma_mainJPG_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/252008/524338/tacoma_flash_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Project-Big-Bad-Chevy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/523281?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We recently got our hands on a semi-built 1983 Chevy truck. It has a healthy drive train, big tires and a lift but it could definitely use some help to make it a more capable off-road machine 2008-06-12T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/242008/523281/Flex1smallthumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/242008/523281/rear_main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/242008/523281/Flex1flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Disc-Brakes-for-your-Toyota-4x4-Land-Cruiser/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522302?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We usually find 4-wheel disc brake systems on off-road race cars, race trucks and purpose built rock crawlers. It's this race technology that we want to tap into for our trail rig. 2008-06-09T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/232008/522302/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/232008/522302/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/232008/522302null HTML http://www.off-road.com/diesel/Dodge%3A+All/Project-Heavy-Metal-AEM-Workhorse/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516411?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 A project truck is always a long–and sometimes strange–journey. You pour your heart and soul into modifying the vehicle, according to how you think it should be built. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/diesel/202008/516411/dodgethumb_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/diesel/202008/516411/dodgemain_main.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/diesel/202008/516411/dodgeflash_flash.JPG XML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Aluminum-Radiator---Keeping-Your-Engine-Temperatur/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514562?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Moving slowly while 4-wheeling, mud bogging or rock crawling can put a great deal of stress on your engine and cooling system. Fortunately racing technology has come to the masses with aluminum radiators. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/192008/514562/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/192008/514562/main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/192008/514562/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Features/Strength-Defined---Dana-60-Axles/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513393?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Back in the day, Dana 44 axles and 33-inch tires were considered the ultimate setup. Soon, smaller axles wouldn't cut it anymore. Tire sizes increased and the meaner rocks took their toll. 2008-04-30T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/182008/513393/i14thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/trucks4x4/182008/513393/i8flash_flash.jpg XML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Content/2008-Hummer-H3-Alpha/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506378?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 The Hummer H3 Alpha is perfect for those looking for a vehicle that can be highly capable in the dirt straight from the factory floor. Its long list of off-road orientated options shows that Hummer is serious about making their vehicles at home in rough terrain. 2008-03-31T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/132008/506378/hummerlead_195x80_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/132008/506378/hummer_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/132008/506378/hummer7_210x210_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Chevy%2FGMC+Product+Reviews/Project-K1500-Posi-Lok-or-Bust/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506338?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 4x4 Posi-Lok makes an alternative front axle engagement system. This setup, referred to as the Posi-Lok, is 100% mechanical. 2008-03-31T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/132008/506338/Posi_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/132008/506338/Posi_2main_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/132008/506338/Posi_7_210x210_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Content/Project-K1500-Electric-Fan-Install/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503801?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 After searching far and wide I finally found a solution for keeping my engine running cool - switching to an electric cooling fan from the stock clutch-driven mechanical one. 2008-03-24T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/122008/503801/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/122008/503801/Efanlead_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/122008/503801/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Content/Axial-AX-10-Scorpion-Radio-Control-Rock-Crawler/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506271?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Axial offers two versions of their box crawler - the Ready To Run and the kit, which you must assemble yourself. The RTR truck was made to run in two configurations, a Rock Crawler or a Rock Racer. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/132008/506271/pic1_195x80_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/132008/506271/pic6_210x210_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Content/Tundra-Power-2008-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490066?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Land Cruiser gets the 5.7 liter V8 engine from the Tundra pickup, body-on-frame construction with a solid rear axle, and full-time 4WD with off-road cruise control. 2008-02-18T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/062008/490066/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/062008/490066/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Suspension+Technical+Archives/Simply-Softer-EVS-Foam-Bumpstop-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/483214?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Enhanced Vehicle Suspension bumpstops from Daystar are designed to be installed on the shaft of ANY shock, enhancing its performance, softening compression and preventing hard impacts. 2008-01-14T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/nissan/022008/483214/thumb_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/nissan/022008/483214/flash_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Project-93-K1500-Tom-Woods-Custom-Drive-Shaft-Inst/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/469856?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Off-Road.com shows you how to install a Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shaft on your 4x4. 2007-11-19T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/442007/469856/sye_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/442007/469856/sye_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Project-K1500-Richmond-Gear-and-Powertrax-Extreme-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/469459?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 After upgrading to the 35-inch Pitbull Rockers the truck has been crying for a gear change. 2007-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/442007/469459/Richmond_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/442007/469459/gear_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Reviews/The-Ultimate-Hobby-Shop---RCP-Crawlers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/465019?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 With the increasing popularity of RC Rock Crawling, parts and trucks are being milled out around the clock for the evolving sport. Check out what RCP Crawlers has to offer! 2007-10-22T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/412007/465019/hobby_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/412007/465019/hobby_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Transmission-Overhaul-Part-III---Home-Sweet-Home/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/465355?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Our Chevy truck gets a new torque converter, deeper transmission fluid pan, and final assembly by AAMCO. 2007-10-22T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/422007/465355/aamco_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/422007/465355/aamco_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Welding/Gas-Lens-Basics-for-TIG-Applications/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/464755?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Most welders, even novices, are familiar with the traditional components of a TIG torch?nozzles, collets and collet bodies, back caps and tungsten?but the gas lens may be more of a mystery. 2007-10-15T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/tool/412007/464755/weldcraft_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/tool/412007/464755/weldcraft_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Axle+and+Locker+Technical+Archives/Nissan-Xterra-Aluminum-Differential-Cover-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/464919?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Is an aluminum differential cover really better than the OE steel stamped? Off-Road.com takes a closer look. 2007-10-15T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/nissan/412007/464919/xterra_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/nissan/412007/464919/xterra_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Off+Road+Expo/Off-Road-Expo-2007---The-Big-Stuff-on-a-Small-Scal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/463988?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 This year's Off-Road Expo was a huge event for the Off-Road Nation, but not all of the attractions were big - at least in stature. Check out the Kids Zone and RC vehicles! 2007-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/offroad/412007/463988/rc_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/offroad/412007/463988/sm_hpi_rubicon_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Content/New-Shocks-for-that-Old-TruckSUV/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/464002?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Check out our helpful "How to" guide on our writer's own Chevy Tahoe using Bilstein Shocks! 2007-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/412007/464002/bilstein_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/412007/464002/bilsteinflash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Dodge/Project-Mega-Ram-Suspension-Phase-1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/461540?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 As we roll over 25,000 miles on our Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab, most of it hauling or towing, we have finally chosen our suspension system. After much research and feedback from other Ram owners we have turned to Lorenz Industries. 2007-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/402007/461540/lorenz_017-thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/402007/461540/lorenz_018-210x210_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Project-K1500-Transmission-Overhaul-Part-II-Dissas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/453682?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Once I got project '93 k1500's transmission apart I decided it might be best that I left it to professionals at my local AAMCO to reassemble. 2007-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/352007/453682/THUMB_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/352007/453682/FLASH_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Content/Hummer-H3---Staun-Bead-Lock-Install/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/453684?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We install a set of Staun Internal Beadlocks to hold our Maxxis Creepy Crawlers on Project Polar Hummer H3's wheels. 2007-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/352007/453684/Beadlocks-thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/352007/453684/Beadlocks-Flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Dodge/Two-ATV-Diamondback-HD-Cover-Extension/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/453681?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We install a Diamondback Cover extension to allow us to haul two A TV's on our short bed Mega Cab pickup. 2007-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/352007/453681/dbextension_1371-thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/352007/453681/dbextension_1383-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Suzuki%3A+All/2007-Suzuki-Grand-Vitara---Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/453690?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Katrina Ramser takes a 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara for a spin. Listen up as she tells you all about it. 2007-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/suzuki/352007/453690/THUMB_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/suzuki/352007/453690/FLASH_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+Off-Road/Project-ORT-Cold-Air-Intake-Install/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/453963?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 The Toyota pickup is known for being a vehicle that will last a long time without any major mechanical problems. The small 22RE 4 cylinder motor also being known to run for a very long time. But, this motor definitely does not exude power 2007-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/352007/453963/intake_1221-thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/352007/453963/intake_1221-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Project-K1500-Transmission-Overhaul-Part-I-Overvie/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/444431?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 About 210,000 miles later I have finally decided to direct my attention to the transmission. It is the original, stock tranny that came with the truck all of about 14 years ago and has not had any complications. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/302007/444431/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/302007/444431/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Dodge/Up-and-Away---AMP-Research-Bed-Step-Install/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/445468?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 In part two of Project MegaRam we installed AMP Research Powersteps on our 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. Since we liked the Powerstep so much and in continuing with the theme of making our truck "useable" we decided to order a Bedstep from AMP Research. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/312007/445468/img_1254-thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/312007/445468/img_1261-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Reviews/HPI-Racing-Firestorm-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/445606?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 The last time I was into R/Cs was back in the late 80's, early 90?s when the Grasshopper was one of the coolest R/Cs to have. Nitro R/Cs were not readily available, at least not for most of us on an allowance. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/312007/445606/firestorm_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/312007/445606/firestorm_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+Off-Road/Let-There-Be-Light/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/439813?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Project Off-Road Toyota Pickup gets much needed updated lightingince Project Off-Road Toyota has been in different stages of repair and updates, it had been a long time since I had driven the truck at night. And it was going to be a long time before I drove it again at night if I didn?t get the headlights fixed. 2007-07-06T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/272007/439813/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/272007/439813/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Low-Cost-Bed-Liner-for-your-CK-Series-Chevy-Truck/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/438197?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Adding a custom yet cost effective bedliner would help preserve the life Project '93 K1500's bed. 2007-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/262007/438197/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/262007/438197/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Engine+and+Tranny+Technical+Archives/BULLY-DOG-PMT-Review/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/438382?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 There comes a time in every young diesel truck owner's life where two little words hit and begin to nag at them. More Power! For our 6 speed manual 2006 Dodge Meg a Cab 2500 it was shortly after we had cracked 20,000 miles. 2007-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/262007/438382/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/262007/438382/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+Off-Road/Toyota-Pickup-Stereo-Upgrade/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/438222?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Better sounding and better looking stereo for Project Off-Road Toyota 2007-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/262007/438222/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/262007/438222/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Content/Hummer-H3-Mod-Improving-Flex/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/431913?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 "Crazy mad flex!...the best $300 mod any H3 driver could ever make." 2007-06-06T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/232007/431913/IconH3Flex_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/232007/431913/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+Off-Road/Added-Width-for-Project-Off-Road-Toyota/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/431670?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 With the Total Chaos long travel suspension and BFGoodrich 33" All Terrain tires installed on the front of our Toyota, it now sits at about 76 inches wide, which ends up being about 4 inches wider then the rear of the truck. 2007-06-05T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/232007/431670/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/232007/431670/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+2000+Nissan+Frontier/How-to-build-your-own-Custom-Rear-Bumper/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/430199?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 One winter evening a couple of my friends and I decided to take our trucks out though some uncharted trails. It was lots of fun until we came to this massive hill that was covered in snow and ice. I knew that I wasn't going to make it up but I tried anyways. 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/nissan/222007/430199/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/nissan/222007/430199/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Operation-Ground-Clearance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/429856?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 After our trip to Flat Nasty about a month ago we determined that installing a body lift and forcing the largest tires possible did not provide satisfactory ground clearance. For obvious reasons it appeared that we were in serious need of a suspension lift. 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/222007/429856/thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/222007/429856/flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Vehicles/Run-for-the-Record-Books/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/424367?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 How Dirt Sports Answered the Call to Help Set A New Off-Road Record With a Tiny Open-Wheel Wonder 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/182007/424367/hpi_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/182007/424367/hpi_flash_flash.jpg XML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Dodge/Install-the-Ultimate-Bed-Cover-on-your-Truck/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/430230?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We install the ultimate bed cover on our Project Dodge Ram 3500. The Diamondback HD cover not only secures your gear but also hauls up to 1600 lbs or two full size ATV's. 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/222007/430230/db-thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/222007/430230/db-195x210_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Axles+and+Locker+Techincal+Archives/Product-Spotlight-Dynatrac-Free-Spin-Hub-Conversio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/429941?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Dynatrac Products is well known and highly regarded for making high-end, custom and extremely strong complete Dana axle assemblies for everything from competition rock crawlers to heavy-duty mining equipment. 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/ford/222007/429941/dyntrac_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/ford/222007/429941/dynatrac_flash_flash.jpg XML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Reviews/Review-HPI-E-Savage-110-Scale-ATV-Monster-Truck/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/424020?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We have been wanting to get our hands on one of these HPI E-Savage radio controlled trucks since we heard about it last fall. We finally did just that and have been playing with it for the last month. 2007-05-02T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/182007/424020/e-savage_005-thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/182007/424020/e-savage_005-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+Off-Road/Motive-Gears-and-Detroit-TrueTrac-for-Project-Off-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/424036?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Most off-road 4x4 projects require a close look at gears and lockers some time in the life of the project. It is the nature of the beast and a VERY important piece that is sometimes overlooked. 2007-05-02T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/182007/424036/toy_frontdiff_003-thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/toyota/182007/424036/toy_frontdiff_003-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Dodge/How-To-Install-AMP-Research-Power-Steps/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/424025?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We install AMP Research Power Steps on our Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab - Project MegaRam 2007-05-02T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/182007/424025/megaram_20070503_001-thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/182007/424025/megaram_20070503_002-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Synthetic-Winch-Lines-The-Good-and-the-Bad/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/423362?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 >Despite getting stuck we were in high spirits for we knew our WARN XD9000i would have no trouble getting us out. At least so we thought. 2007-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/182007/423362/img8_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/182007/423362/img8_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Fab+101+-+Compliments+of+DIRTsports/A-is-for-Arc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/424368?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 I'm sitting in on one of Lincoln Electric's week-long advanced welding seminars, and everybody there has an equally impressive shirt logo: Andretti, Gibbs, Pedregon, Penske, Prudhomme, Schumacher, and so on. 2007-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/tool/182007/424368/arch_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/tool/182007/424368/column_i5_main.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/tool/182007/424368/arch_flash_flash.jpg XML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Body+and+Other+Technical+Archives/Basic-Hummer-Recovery/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/423465?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Since AM General started making civilian Hummers back in 1992, they have been among the heaviest vehicles on the trails. 2007-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/182007/423465/img7_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/182007/423465/img4_Recovery-Flash_flash.JPG HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Engine+and+Tranny+Technical+Archives/Biodiesel-Green-Streak-for-the-Hummer-H1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/415889?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 In 1912, Rudolf Diesel said, “The use of plant oil as fuel may seem insignificant today.   But such products can in time become just as important as kerosene and those coal-tar products of today.” 2007-04-02T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/142007/415889/Biodiesel_Thumb2_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/hummer/142007/415889/Biodiesel_Flash2_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Dodge/The-Beginning-for-Project-MegaRam/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/416295?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 The beginnings for our brand new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 SLT Mega Cab. Project MegaRam is on its way.... 2007-04-02T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/142007/416295/PROJECTRAM-logo-thumb_thumbnail.gif http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/142007/416295/PROJECTRAM-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Chevy%2FGMC+Vehicle+Reviews/Little-Guys-Go-at-it-2007-Chevy-Colorado-amp-GMC-C/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/413619?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Stats get pitted against each other as well as the Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma. 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/122007/413619/img01_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/122007/413619/img01_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Projects%3A+Dodge/Project-MegaRam-Sponsors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/416356?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Thank You! 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/dodge/142007/416356null HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Featured+Vehicles/Finishing-Touches-on-the-Scale-YJ/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/414791?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Building this little scale project Jeep YJ has turned out to be even more fun than previously thought. Each little piece that was made, started to make the rig look even better... 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/132007/414791/pic10_thm_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/rc/132007/414791/pic10_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/A-Ride-through-the-Woods-with-Pitbull-Tires/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/414828?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 After waiting for about a month I was finally able to get some new tires for my Project K1500. Originally I got my hands on some wheels from a friend for pretty cheap and decided to mount some Super Swampers on them. 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/132007/414828/pitbull-Thumbnail_thumbnail.JPG http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/132007/414828/Flat-Nasty91_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+2500HD/Tech-Installing-a-Dryflow-Intake-on-our-66L-Durama/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/412917?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 We install and test a new AEM Dryflow intake system on our GMC 6.6L Turbo Diesel 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/122007/412917/aeminstall_001-thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/122007/412917/aeminstall_010-flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Permanent-Winch-Power-for-the-back-of-your-truck/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/409559?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 Jarred shows how he added a permanently mounted hidden winch to the back of his truck. 2007-03-07T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/102007/409559/winch_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/102007/409559/winch_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Adventure/Picking-up-Your-Off-Road-Physique/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/406958?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 How to sneak in easy exercises when in route to an outdoor adventure. 2007-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/outdoors/082007/406958/truck_thm_old_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/outdoors/082007/406958/img_03_flash_flash.jpg HTML http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/Project+1993+Chevy+K1500/Gain-Wheel-Well-Clearance-with-out-Clearing-out-yo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/407449?contextCategoryId=45794&ref=25 In this our most recent modification we are dealing with the issue of wheel well clearance. After looking at a few different possibilities we determined that for the size tire we will be trying to fit (either a 33 or 35” tire) it would be most cost-effective to purchase a 3" body lift. 2007-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/092007/407449/Lift_15_thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://www.off-road.com/trucks4x4/data/articlestandard/chevy/092007/407449/bodylift_flash_flash.jpg HTML