Category: Suzuki Tech

      with Bob Smith and Jim Cambron Fabbing a Fozzy Locker A Fozzy Locker is a form of welded differential where a bead of metal is laid down between the two opposite teeth of each spider gear in a differential. In this field modification – which took place at the campground next to […]

        When I first bought my ’92 Samurai, I was afraid of the definite lack of protection from the front and rear. My old Dodge Charger had huge bumpers to keep me out of trouble. The stock Suzuki bumpers are a joke. One kick with a good boot will dent them. I […]

      with Tim Justice Ford 8″ Rear End Swap Into Suzuki Samurai  The weakest link in the Suzuki Samurai?s drivetrain is arguably its rear axle assembly. While much attention is given to the front end, new products have been developed that re-enforce the existing parts. Under most circumstances, this will provide enough beef […]

    with Murph Changing the Fluids Springtime is here, unless you live in the Midwest where summer and winter have been alternating every other week…   Whether your Zuki is a trailer queen or daily driver, one thing you should consider doing on the first nice weekend of the year is spend a few […]

       with Larry Harris Trail Tough Full Floater Kit In the beginning we all had to fight the dreaded blown rear Samurai axle bearing. It was getting to be an annual event for me.  Not sure of the root cause? To much mud? To many trips flat towing without taking out the rear […]

      with Brent May Theres Evil Inside! Well, more like a set of Evil Twins. Twin stick transfer case shifters that is. A new product brought to you by the minds of Vince Martin and Alan Mizutani. Now, the concept of Samurai twin sticks is nothing new, and there is already one design on the […]

E-Z Locker Installation   “Although most models of the e-z locker can be easily installed by the owner who is mechanically inclined and has the vehicle–maker’s Service manual available, Tractech recommends that a certified driveline mechanic perform the install in that tools of the trade are helpful”. Read and follow the vehicle manufactures instructions for: […]

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4:163 Low Gear Ratios Various Ring & Pinions   3.73 3.9 4.3 4.57 4.625 5.125 5.2 5.38 5.43 5.625 5.83 4:163 Type Transfer Case   4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163 4.163                           Gears Tranny Ratios   Low Range […]

    Electric Fuel Pump Installation Instructions Information adapted from Holley Replacement Parts Division electric fuel pump instructions. Instructions have been tailored to the Samurai.   Pump Mounting Location The best location for mounting the electric fuel pump is in the rear of the vehicle, near the fuel tank and in a position where it […]