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Power Steering Kit Installation If you are running larger tires or a locker up front, power steering is a must have accessory. In addition to the installation kit you will need the power steering pump, hoses and reservoir from a Geo Tracker or a Suzuki Sidekick. Can’t find the parts locally […]
Continue ReadingNext, we changed out the drill bit for the ‘Q’ bit from the kit. Using the cutting oil again, we drilled out the threads in the wheel hubs. The new bolts are not only larger in diameter, they are also longer. This adds 81.4% more thread engagement and 41.8% more cross […]
Continue ReadingShrockWorks Winch Bumperwith Bill Johnston Bumpers are a matter of personal preference, with a little practicality thrown in. Some prefer the bumper to be large and bullet proof, others think ‘less is more’. But if you are planning to run a winch and maybe experiment with alternative suspension systems then a bumper like […]
Continue ReadingWith Bill Johnston T-Bra The ‘New’ Shifter Sheet You have heard the story before… a guy finds a Samurai in great condition for a small amount of cash, the problem is the transfer case is stuck in gear and it hasn’t moved for a month! The guy pays for the Zook, fiddles […]
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Continue Readingwith Wiley Johnson I don’t want to provide all the instructions on the installation of the Calmini Rockcrawler transfer case gear set. The documentation from the manufacturer is adequate and if you are a serious Samurai owner, you also will have the Suzuki shop manual in your hands. I want to give my […]
Continue ReadingRocky Road Outfitters’ Transfer Case Sloppy Shifter Fix With Jeff Pollock Have you ever noticed how your transfer case shifter bounces around as you drive? Well that is not how it should be. Rocky Road Outfitters now has a simple fix for that annoying transfer case shifter rattle, a poly bushing for the transfer […]
Continue Reading5. You are ready to remove the brake disc. It should pull off by hand, but if it’s stubborn, turn 8mm bolts into the two threaded holes to push it away from the hub. You should be spreading out all the parts on something like a sheet of cardboard to keep […]
Continue Reading11. The lock washer comes next. Now, it’s bent. Don’t worry, it’s supposed to be! A hammer and chisel works just fine to straighten it out. Just use it like a can opener and GENTLY bend it towards the truck. 12. Remove wheel bearing lock nut with the special tool…I call it a […]
Continue Reading18. There’s a tiny cotter pin that you’ll have to remove. It’ll probably break on you, but don’t sweat it, cotter pins are cheap. Use a hammer and nail or a tiny chisel to get the remains out. 19. Now disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle using a tie […]
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