After posting some messages and soliciting advice to try and learn about the pros/cons, about what to do to fix/or replace the aged springs on my 82 cj8 I decided to try a mild lift kit. Mild nothing wild -- just 2 1/2". With luck it will arrive this week and I can go after the job...

My truck will only go in gear with the engine off, once it is on and I try to shift it grinds really bad and will not go in gear. Does anyone know what this might be?

Anything out there? Need to be able to close the tailgate! Thanks in advance. Frank

Due to collision damage right front lower ball joint has been pushed back about 3cm (1 inch), torsion bar is also warped a little bit. As a result my RF caster is now negative (LF is ok). It looks like LBJ is mounted solid to the frame and cannot be pushed back without some heavy machinery -...

Just finished replacing/repairing the leaking quick-connect (from thermostat bell housing to heater hose/tube). As expected, the bast*rd snapped off quite easily leaving about 1/2" sticking out of the bell housing. Tried a vise grip on what remained and snapped that off, too, leaving about 1/8"...

Anyone know of a site where I can get unbiased comparisons of the offroad capabilities of stock Frontiers and Tacomas and Explorers and such? I need something that can go up a dirt road with 2-3 feet of mud without getting stuck. Thanks.

The "enviros" are not trying to rob you of your "power rights" they are trying to save the planet,You know the place you live and the place your kids live. Far more advanced means of making the power you are talking about is available. But the auto makers are in bed with the oil companies so they...

Hi Will changing tire diameter to a larger diameter on my pickup truck help improve gas mileage?

I've got an '87 Samurai with humble mods (tires, catback, headers, cage). It hasn't been driven much in the last 5 years, but now it's my daily driver in addition to fun adventure vehicle on the weekend. I've got an idle problem. Either it's racing at 3,000 or stumbling along at less than 1,000...

Due to specific cargo needs, I am looking for a new (not used) SUV-type vehicle no smaller than a pre-2007 Honda CR-V, on which the back window opens independently of the door (not a huge problem to find) and on which the remainder of the back door opens (as on pre-2007 Honda CR-Vs) to the side,...

Hi everyone, i need some free advice here, which 4x4 vehicle drives better and looks better? thanks alice One of my favorite places to shop online : www.yesterdayprices.FSCstore.com

This is an interesting article. I've heard the HEMI Magnum is a beast, I would love to get my hands on one of those. HEMI's HOT! - Chrysler Finds Winning Formula AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 9, 2004; The HEMI(R) continues to build momentum. Since first introducing the all-new 5.7-liter HEMI V-8...

Hi, I am thinking about buying a 4x4 2005 4Runner with the 270hp V-8 engine. The specifications for this model say that I can tow upto 7000lbs with it. I am new to towing and I want to know how well this 4Runner will tow a 6000lb trailer? Any thoughts or experiences? Thanks,

I was surfing on the GTRV yahoo group and saw a Dodge Caravan converted into a full camper with a pop-top. I'm not a mini-van guy, but the Toyota Sienna is a solid, fuel-efficient, AWD vehicle that I think could potentially offer enough room for a beautiful camper conversion. My questions: Does...

Hello - quick question to Jeep Grand Cherokee owners. Question is for various reasons I wish to replace my standard air bag equipped steering wheel with a smaller aftermarket one. I cannot find any source for a replacement steering wheel that will fit a 95 grand Cherokee, and no one seems to know...

I get out of the Army in a year and my wife and I plan to do nothing more than travel around the country visiting friends and blowing some savings. I've been kinda caged up in a uniform for 8 years, and it's time to decompress and get a little perspective. I envision the camper we travel in as...

I have a Nissan 4x2 and I'd like to do some offroading with it. I have winter tires right now, and I need to buy some tires for the rest of the year. I have another set of rims, but no tires. Is it wise to buy A/T tires for the rear, and other tires for the front? I have been considering...

Guys, I just installed a brandnew kevlar clutch in my 4runner. The clutch is from southbend clutch and sports a 1600 lbs pressure plate. Now that the clutch is in the first thing i notice is the clutch pedal is soft as butter. pressing it in feels as light as the gas pedal. the truck rols but...

Buying a new pickup truck shortly and I'm strongly leaning on a spray on bedliner. I've shopped around a little, just curious as if anyone has used a product call "Pro-Tex" by SEM. Any thoughts on it versus Rhino Linings? Anything else I should bear in mind when considering a spray-on...

HELP!!! I am trying to rebuild my spicer 44-8FD front axle on my 87 Dodge W150. I am comfortable around tools and don't mind getting dirty... however I cannot seem to get the ring and pinion free from the housing. I have removed the bearing caps, pried, pulled, smashed, etc and can't seem to get...