iZook – Suzuki 4×4 Tech Information, Accessories, Travel & Adventure
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with Larry Harris Trail Tough Fender Flares Stock Flares. Running larger tires? Do they stick out past the stock fender flare, get a ticket? Are your old flares missing? So how much rust is behind there anyway? Do any of these questions apply to your truck? What one item can correct […]
Continue Reading…continued. Next we had to locate the rear bar by installing the feet that have been designed for easy removal. You can see how difficult getting into the passenger side rear corner would be if you had to try and place the welded cage as a single unit. We removed the vapor […]
Continue ReadingThe Family Style Sport Cage With Bill Johnston Have you ever driven a trail that had a drop-off that made you think “I wish I had a little bit more security in here”? I have. I have also wanted a bit more protection for any passengers that I might have riding in […]
Continue Readingwith Jeff Pollock Trail Tough Unbreakable Rear Transmission Mount Recently I was able to acquire a 1.6L 8 valve for my wifes Zook. While the motor is off at the machine shop for some work I figured I better begin checking the various mounts in the engine compartment and the tranny mount […]
Continue Readingwith Larry Harris pictures Terrina Harris Spidertrax Wheel Spacer Kit Installation Tools and Parts Needed: Jack and safety stands Socket set Lug wrench Wire brush Torque wrench Antiseize (recommended) Spidertrax Wheel Spacer Kits (Two) Part 1: Installing the Wheel Spacer Kit. 1) Find yourself level ground to work on the wheel spacer […]
Continue ReadingHere we finally close up the case by replacing the input shaft housing. Finally a new clutch release bearing (aka – the throwout bearing) tops off the input shaft. Remember to replace the pilot bearing in your flywheel also, or you may experience a situation where the vehicle still wants […]
Continue ReadingBolt the extension case back into place and don’t forget the reverse shift rim bolt that we pointed out earlier. Then we concentrate on the shift tower. The shifter locating bolt is a commonly replaced item, as it is very prone to wear. There are two different sizes based on the model […]
Continue ReadingThe needle bearings should slide easily with no obstructions. And don’t forget the circlips as you go. Remember the input shaft we set aside earlier? You will need to replace the bearing on the end of the input shaft. Use a bearing puller for removal and then press the new bearing into […]
Continue ReadingYour rebuild kit should include all of the main bearings as well as the needle bearings, so remember to swap in the new components as you go. As you (carefully) pull the main shaft assembly apart, you will notice three (3) ball bearings in the mix. Don’t lose these. Also, don’t try […]
Continue ReadingWhen you first look at the main shaft, it may appear very daunting. But as long as you have a large workbench where you can lay everything out in order (and you have your Factory Service Manual handy) it’s not really tough. This is actually two shafts. The main shaft […]
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