There’s a lot riding on your axles… literally. There are all kinds of variables at work here… one of the more misunderstood is axle type. There are two styles of axles used in the rear of light-duty, four-wheel-drive trucks and SUVs; semi-float and full-float. Understanding Semi-Float Axles A semi-float axle features splines on its inner end to connect with the...
Q- Can you advise on a recommended gear ratio for a 2017 Jeep Wrangler four-door with a 3.6-liter motor running 35 inch tires? … Would it be 4.56 or 4.88? Gus- Is it an automatic or manual transmission? How will it be used? Customer- Automatic. It’s a daily driver and weekend warrior off-roader. I do some off-road driving for my job during the week. I’m running 3.73s...
Pinion bearing preload is a critical step in the differential overhaul process because if you get too heavy handed you have to backtrack and start over. Further, getting this procedure right sets the stage for each following step of reassembly. It should be noted from the get-go that there is a difference between the minimum torque value for the pinion nut and the pinion bearing preload. The...
The trail can be rough on your Wrangler. Protruding obstacles conspire to damage rocker panels and underpinnings. Bumpers can take a beating but they also need to do more than sit there. A properly outfitted bumper will increase your approach/departure angle, serve as a tow point for rescue, house additional lighting, and secure your all-important winch. Fortify your JK, JL, or JT...
Go low, get more grip. Experienced off-roaders know dropping air pressure can transform your trail running experience. The benefits include improved ride quality, especially over undulating washboard surfaces, a larger contact patch for increased traction, and the ability to grip and climb rocks and other jagged obstacles. However, running at very low pressures also increases the...
Wheels from ICON Alloys are the perfect blend of form and function. ICON wheels are engineered on a per-application basis to maximize caliper clearance and optimize wheel position for un-hindered suspension travel and steering function. Backspace and wheel offset dimensions have been strategically developed to reduce scrub radius, improving all-around handling and ride quality. Choose from...
RANDYS is excited to be selling ICON Vehicle Dynamics products. We will be offering ICON suspension systems, steering components, body armor, and signature wheels. Understanding ICON’s line of shocks will help you make the right decision on upgrading your ride’s suspension be it via shocks only or by employing a complete suspension lift system. ICON shock absorbers are available in...
Yukon has tried-and-proven traction devices designed to handle all types of tough terrain. Choose from the Yukon Dura Grip limited slip differential, Yukon Zip Locker , or the Yukon Grizzly Locker . In order to make a more informed choice here are some factors to consider when looking at traction adders. Differences Between LSDs & Lockers In their static...
As the industry spools back up to fever pitch we are happy to back at the SEMA Show in force. We’ve spent the week in Sin City reconnecting with customers, inviting new friends to ‘Run With The Bear,’ and promoting the off-road lifestyle any way we can. Click the link below to experience the SEMA Show yourself through interviews with industry insiders conducted by TV personality Ian Johnson....
A pumpkin is a pumpkin, right? We’re talking about differential housings not jack-o’-lanterns; and hold your horses all are not created equal in the eyes of the drivetrain gods. While diff housings all do the same basic thing: house the gears that make forward motion possible, there are two different designs at work here. Dropout Differentials Dropout differentials,...
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