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The SSR Series of Super Swamper Radial/TSL tires from Interco is the next generation of light truck radial tires. This series has many of the OEM sizes for Sport Utility Vehicles and 4 Wheel Drive light trucks who do not want to modify their vehicles but still need the performance of Super Swampers. The design …
This is an age old debate, whether to change differentials to lower your crawl ratio or change the transfer case gears or change the transmission. Here is my opinion – FWIW – that’s “for what it’s worth” in internet-eze. The problem: You feel you need lower something to achieve a higher crawl ratio. Crawl ratio …
Rrrrooooowwwwaawahh. I know that sound personally, it is usually a sound coming from the rear differential. Your Liberty probably has the off-road package and has a trak-lock in there. BTW the Liberty off-road package added a few skid plates namely under the front diff, transfer case skid, and gas tank skid. This package also included …
I have been asked by a few for the Jeep production numbers over the years. After scouring the internet and consulting a few reliable sources here is what I can find. If you think I am wrong, as usual let me know. 802,086* – Wrangler TJ 1996-2006632,231 – Wrangler YJ 1987-199527,792 – CJ-8379,299 – CJ-7 …
We all know the fun and freedom of a convertible vehicle, we also know the potential security problems with them also. Some of us have been the victim of theft from our Jeeps. I feel it beneficial to go over some common sense practices when leaving your Jeep somewhere. Realistically, if someone wants something bad …
Recap: In the last few years of the CJ series and the first few years of the Wrangler YJ Jeep outfitted the 4.2L (258) 6 cylinders with an electronic carburetor referred to as the BBD. The Carter BBD is a two barrel carburetor that came in two variations, one is computer controlled and has a …
For those of you lucky enough to live in an area that allows you to go topless with your Jeep for more than a few days in a row we envy you. If you are like me you may want to consider something to help protect your Jeep’s interior when the top is off. If …
Options for ditching this problematic carb. In the last few years of the CJ series and the first few years of the Wrangler YJ Jeep outfitted the 4.2L (258) 6 cylinders with an electronic carburetor referred to as the BBD. The Carter BBD is a two barrel carburetor that came in two variations, one is …
I see all different kinds of Jeeps around the internet. From ones that sit on 40″ Boggers to ones that are slammed-to-the-ground low riders (shown on left). Personally I can’t see why anyone would make a Jeep a low rider in any way or do anything to a Jeep that lowers it’s stance. It just …
Question: I am rebuilding my 1984 CJ 4.2L and would like to scrap that old computer controlled carb, any suggestions?Answer: The Carter BBD carb has always been problematic, I personally fought with one of these until a Chevy V8 found it’s way in. I have seen many options for this. First you should decide if …
