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PG 4 - MAXIMUM ARTICULATION Just a few words from the editor.
PG 6 - CLAYTON JK LONG ARM SUSPENSION Clayton Off-road offers a full line of Jeep suspension systems. This issue we review the 4 1/2 inch JK long arm system in a 2 door.
PG 13 - FROM THE GARAGE
News from the world of off-roading.
PG 18 - BFGOODRICH ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO2 One of the most iconic tires in the industry gets a whole lot better.
PG 20 - ADVANCE ADAPTERS ATLAS4 4-SPEED TRANSFER CASE We all want more gears, or better gearing, or lower gearing – how about all of those things in one package along with a lot more.
PG 26 - COOL TOOLS
There is always another tool we need in the garage, this issue we take on diff work.
PG 28 - THE LAST OF THE FJ CRUISER The FJ series by Toyota came back in 2003 as the FJ Cruiser but the sun sets on the model once again.
PG 32 - EATON DANA 60 ELOCKER
Selectable lockers come in many designs but they don’t get much simpler to install than a ELocker by Eaton.
Advance Adapters venerable Atlas4 transfer case has evolved over the years and just keeps getting tougher. Available in 2-speed and 4-speed configurations with a vast array of gearing combinations, its one of the best upgrades you can do to your 4x4. This one has the 2:1 ratio in the main case and the 2.72:1 in the aux box at the front. This provides 1:1 high range and 3 low range ratios of 2:1, 2.72:1 and 5.44:1.
PG 38 - 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 The Chevy & GMC Silverado and Sierra models get a make over for 2015 with an all new interior and freshened body panels.
PG 42 - PAT’S DRIVELINE JK CONVERSION DRIVE SHAFTS
When the JK Wrangler was reintroduced a strange new concept in drive shafts came along. Here is how to swap them for something more durable and capable of handling taller lift systems.
PG 44 - RYAN’S CHEVY SNOW WHEELER
In the land of snow wheelers the guys like to build thier trucks big & Ryan’s Chevy is no exception!
PG 48 - EVAN WATERLESS COOLANT & MARADYNE COOLING FANS Keeping a cool engine is sometimes difficult – what if you could add a coolant that would not boil till about 375 degrees, then add some great cooling fans to not let it get that hot in the first place!
PG 52 - TUFFY SECURITY STORAGE SOLUTIONS
When I’m wheeling I prefer to not get bashed in the head with my gear on the trail. Tuffy Security storage solutions has been my go to, too keep my gear where I put it.
Fall 2014
found us in the BC/A lberta Rocky’s fo r two day s of events put on by BFGoodr ich tires. We were behind th e wheel of 2015 Che vy 1500 pic k-ups supplied by GM Canada t o test out the all-new B FGoodric h All Terrain KO2 tires .
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This patented, breakthrough one-key lock technology is now available to work with the high-security, center-cut key design of the 2015 GM Silverado HD, Sierra HD as well as the 2015 Colorado and Canyon models. BOLT locks are designed to be programmed to a single truck ignition key, with products available to secure trailers, tools and gear, including: * The weatherproof BOLT Coupler Pin Lock is designed to secure trailers when not in tow, fits the 5/8-inch GM coupler, and slides easily along stainless steel pin. * BOLT’s 5/8-inch and 1/2-inch Receiver Locks prevent theft of trailer ball mount or accessories. * The rugged Padlock 2.0, for a range of applications, features a chrome-plated hardened steel shackle and a double ball bearing locking mechanism, made of weatherproof, corrosion-resistant automotive grade stainless steel. * Flexible BOLT Cable Locks are made from six-foot long 1/4-inch black vinyl coated coiled cable. * The BOLT Toolbox Latch Retrofit Kit, which enables a toolbox cylinder retrofit.
BOLT locks come with a limited lifetime warranty. www.boltlock.com BOLT locks are also available at 4 Wheel Parts stores, Advance Auto Parts, Basspro.com, Cabela’s, Canadian Tire, Pep Boys, and Summit Racing.com
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