4x4 & Off Road Transmission and Drivetrain

Transmission & Drivetrain

Nuts & Bolts: Chevy Gas Tank Skid?

Trenton McGee September 18, 2016

A readers ask about protecting the plastic fuel tank on his 1999-2006 Chevrolet/GMC 4x4.... » Read More

Transmission & Drivetrain

Nuts & Bolts: AutoTrac Transfer Case Delete

Trenton McGee September 17, 2016

A reader with a 2006 Chevy 1500HD would like to replace the AutoTrac transfer case to one... » Read More

Transmission & Drivetrain

Smoother NP231 Shifting With Custom Cable System

Bruce W. Smith September 16, 2016

JB Custom Fabrication’s billet cable-shift is a smooth move for trail-ready Jeeps... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

Protect Your Diffs: Cheap Axle Insurance

Ali Mansour August 26, 2016

Dynatrac covers help keep your differentials cool and protected... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

Nuts & Bolts: Cranky 9-Inch rear

Trenton McGee August 11, 2016

Cranky 9-inch!... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

How To: Replace A Jeep Rubicon OE Dana 44 Diff Carrier

Jim Brightly May 27, 2016

We detail the replacement of a broken 2005 Jeep Rubicon OEM Dana 44 differential carrier.... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

How to Build an NP203/205 Doubler For A 4L80E Transmission

Evan Perkins May 25, 2016

Adding an NP203/205 dual-transfer case “Doubler” setup to a 4L80E is a great way to add much... » Read More

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Jeep Cherokee XJ Slave Cylinder Upgrade

Augustin Jimenez February 22, 2016

We show you what’s involved in converting an Jeep Cherokee XJ AX5 Transmission from Internal... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

An Easy Way to Convert From A Mechanical to a Hydraulic Clutch

Steven Rupp January 3, 2016

Follow along as we go through the steps involved with replacing the mechanical linkage in favor... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

DIY Rebuild: Ford Visteon Sterling 10.5-inch Traction-Lok

Bruce W. Smith December 7, 2015

Step-by-step how to rebuild a Ford Visteon Sterling 10.5-inch Traction-Lok limited-slip... » Read More

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Nuts & Bolts: Drivetrain Swap in a 1989 Range Rover

Trenton McGee October 22, 2015

Against all common sense I picked up a 1989 Range Rover. It won’t rev over 1,800 rpm. What I... » Read More

Transmission & Drivetrain

Quick-ratio Power Steering for Your Early Jeep Willys

John Cappa September 21, 2015

Tired of juggling the steering wheel? Here’s how to install quick-ratio power steering in your... » Read More

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Leak-free Low-buck Power Steering Upgrades

John Cappa August 13, 2015

Cheap and easy power steering upgrades for Saginaw steering systems on 4x4 vehicles... » Read More

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2011 Jeep JK Wrangler Steering and Axle Upgrades from Currie Enterprises

Sue Majich August 5, 2015

We bolt up a Currie Enterprises’ RockJock 44 front axle and Currectlync steering upgrade to a... » Read More

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Cherokee Motor Mounts and Transmission Mount Swap

Britny Nunez July 23, 2015

Swapping in new motor and transmission mounts before something falls out... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

Can You Install Your Own Gears at Home?

Harry Wagner July 17, 2015

To install new gears and differentials is one of those jobs that even skilled mechanics and... » Read More

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Axleshafts for your Jeep Rubicon

Ali Mansour July 2, 2015

“Is it worth buying a Rubicon edition?” We hear that question routinely. Out of the box,... » Read More

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Mag-Hytec’s Insurance Policy For Your Transmission

Harry Wagner June 16, 2015

We couldn’t afford to have the truck down for repairs for long, but we always try to use... » Read More

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Ford 9-Inch Rebuild for Pennies on the Dollar

Brad Ocock June 12, 2015

Performance cars have limited-slip differentials, period. The "One Wheel Peel Deal" isn't any... » Read More

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