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    8.8 VSS relocation writeup

    Interesting write up I found for relocating the 8.8 tone ring to the output yoke of a transfer case. For those who are interested in swaping in a non VSS axle in place of the 8.8 but want to keep the speedo/odometer, ABS, cruise control, EEC, etc...
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    New Auburn Locker

    Another electric locker. Looks like the new Eaton E-locker combined with an Auburn LS and more......... Dead Link Removed Dead Link Removed They have 28/31 spline 8.8 apps already
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    Double Beadlocks Dot Legal

    AVALABLE SIZES: 15 X 7 15 X 9.75 15 X 12 15 X 14+ CENTERS AVAILABLE: Original (has the bolt pattern only) Modular = 6 holes (by request only) Star (add $30 per rim 8 bolt and 6 bolt) Flame (add $30 per rim, 8 bolt only) ACCESSORIES: HD Lazer cut Rock rings [prevents...
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    Shaved 8.8

    Shaved,retubed,9" ends, warn 9" floater kit,trussed..... http://www.code4x4.com/projects/axle_88/axle_88.html I didnt know 8.8 tubes were only .188 wall and one could shave off so much!. Probably costly build but interesting nonetheless.......
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    ChroMoly alloy Diff cover

    http://www.rockstomper.com/catalog/armor/crane.htm Crane High Clearance Diff Covers are: High strength ChroMoly alloy (not iron or aluminum!) Heat treated Lipless Weldable Bulletproof (as tested by JP Magazine) Highly abrasion resistant The strongest diff cover you can buy...
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    New BeadLock design

    www.offroadonly.com/products/new/rocklox/ They are also the only beadlock wheels to be D.O.T. and S.A.E. approved. Interesting design tech. What do you guys think?
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    NEW ALLOY FULL FLOAT KIT

    Made in the good old U.S.A. with CNC technology, this kit is the best way to get rid of those weak C-clip axle shafts or those even weaker two-piece axle shafts. This kit is not only available for most GM, Ford, Dodge, Jeep, and International rear diff’s, but is also available for many...
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    00 to 01 glass conversion?

    Would it be possible to convert a 00 front end to the new style? Haneman makes 01 glass front fenders and hood. would the 01 front grill and headlights bolt up or fit a 00 sport....? Just an idea.......(dreaming) what do you guys think for the look below...
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    broken wheel stud?

    While checking air pressure i noticed that one of the lug nuts were missing. Upon closer inspection the bolt thingy was sheared off!! WTH! Is it hard to replace? How much torque is needed on the lugs?? The tire dude must have did it to tight! :mad:
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    Onboard Air tank & tools

    I have a VIAIR 400P compressor and it works great for tires. I wonder if combined with the right size air tank would it be enough to run a impact wrench and ratchet? 400P Portable: Max Intermittent Pressure: 150PSI 2.54CFM Duty Cycle: 33% Inline pressure gauge: 60PSI Auto. Reset...
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    offset/backspace wheel questions

    Hey, Would a 15x10 wheel with -39mm offest / 4" backspace be too hard on the bearings and front suspension? I know most say go with like a 15x8 -19mm offest / 3.75 backspace for use with a 33x12.50 tire. How much heavier is a steel wheel compared to a alluminum one? There is a shop...
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    NoCal Slick rock/Deer valley off HW 4/88

    Late notice Im going tomorrow the 27th to wheel Slick Rock and Deer Valley. If anybody wants to join for wheeling and camping overnight. trail info: http://www.californiajeeper.com/slickroc/review.htm http://www.californiajeeper.com/deerval/review.htm
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    Lifted Volvo V70 (soccer mom crusher)

    Dead Link Removed I think it has portal axles too from some volvo truck!
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    Center cap replacement

    Anybody know the part number for the center cap on the Ford teardrop 16x7 wheel? Or where to get some cheap generic ones that dont say ford on them. I sold my oem wheels to a CRV owner and she wants some caps that dont say Ford. :)
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    Ford 9"/Dana 60F HYRBID

    Ford 9"/Dana 60F HYBRID Dead Link Removed Found this site. Seems neat. Guy got a junkyard D60 and a 9 inch and merged them into one front axle. Be a interesting alternative to a D44. Of course more fab work invloved. Dunno how youd convert the 8.8 to 8 lug or whatever.. heh what yall...
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    Perrys glass on 95+?

    Anybody know if Perrys fiberglass front fenders will fit a 2000? Seems a good way well.... in the future for me to fit larger tires when i lift the vehicle? I think it would look better than just hacking up my current fenders to fit 35s. Im trying to avoid a body lift.... Thanks
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    Procomp lights by 1 get 1 free at 4WP

    Procomp lights anygood. The prices are cheap as hell. Worth it? Dead Link Removed deal ends sunday what ya think?
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    PIAA 9007 died

    Yep died this afternoon. Been about a year Im gonna replace them. Are the Xtreme White Plus 9007 bulbs better than the superwhites? Also looking at upgrading the bulbs in my 520 SMR to either 85W superwhite or 55W Xtreme white. Which is better guys?
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    Custom Winch Bumper ideas

    Dead Link Removed Since nobody makes one for a 95+ I found a place kinna local.. well 90 miles away that might fab one. Here is the spec. Material: Main bumper: 3/16" steel Grill guard: 3/8" steel Frame mounts: 1/4" (main frame plate) & 3/16" (secondary plate) These pics are from...
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    Check fuel cap warning light

    On the way back from Reno & Tahoe the *check fuel cap light* came on. So i pulled over and checked the cap. Everything looked ok to me so kept going. No fuel leaks or anything I could find. Then the next day the *check engine* light comes on. however everything seems to be fine and it...
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    N. CAL Pardoe Trail, Silver Lake Area

    Sat Oct 27th going to hit this trail with a local 4x4 club. Im in the bay area so anybody is welcome to join. We will be meeting in pleasanton. check out the review below for more information on teh trail. let me know if your interested. http://www.californiajeeper.com/pardoe/review.htm
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    SOHC Supercharger pics

    just found this on rangerforum and thought it was interesting. This guy fabbed up a SC on his 2001 sohc. Dead Link Removed Dead Link Removed
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    RCD RANGER 4" coilover kit for "4x4" !!

    RCD RANGER 5" coilover kit for "4x4" !! say bye bye to torsion bars 95+ guys. now this is the kit i want. i think it uses 2.0" bilstien 7100 race shocks. anyways let me know wha cha think. bolt on also.... http://www.offroadrangers.com/offroadexpo01.shtml
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    rubbing, backspacing,spacers...

    I rub on my front sway bar a little. Found out my wheels are 16x8 5x4.5 back spacing. would 1" 6061 T6 Billet aluminum spacers be ok to get rid of that. I dont really have the funds to get new wheels at the moment. Or would it create a new spot of rubbing? since it would stick the wheel out...
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    NEW RANGER FX4 off-road

    I just wish my Sport came like this equipped from the factory!!! http://www.off-road.com/fordracing/fx4/ WHat do you think?
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