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I am installing a new locker with new bearings. I took a pattern of the gears and old carrier before reinstalling them with the new carrier. previous backlash measured 0.0012-13 current backlash measured 0.006-7” Does this pattern look okay? Yukon’s instructions say to focus on the coast side...

Trying to find a universal headlight for my rig . Planning on mounting them outside the tube any suggestions?

Posting this in newb because the seats I'm looking at are entry level. I had pretty much decided on the Corbeau Baja JP Wide, I would really like to see a picture of the mounting though, I think vertical mount else be easier for my application but they don't do the SS in wide. I was also...

I see raised, and I see flat. Can someone tell me why I'd want one over the other. Does the raised plate restrict bottoming out or protect the shock more than a flat one? Is it just aesthetics?

i have a 2004 f250 I recently purchase to be my tow pig. I need to replace the rear end. but i am noticing on newer trucks they are a bit different and in typical ford fashion even the earlier 99-2004 t Some have a yoke on the pinion and some like mine have a flat plate. my question is how...

​​​​​This is in no way Gen4x4 worthy, unless getting into the ghettofab thread counts :flipoff2: This thread is mostly for my organization of thoughts, and anyone else is welcome to jump in and tell me I'm a moron. I'm a hoarder of parts, and have long said that I have damn near everything to...

The tow strap thread reminded me about asking this. I keep 2 come a longs in the truck tool box and they’ve gotten me out of a spot or two. Both are harbor freight but I’ve managed to fuck them up or pulled the cable out of the spool end twice. Are the chain style ones worth keeping in your...

I need to pull my front 44, but pretty sure the housing is bent. Searching around to buy a setup and they seem $$ for what it is. Also on youtube you see alot of guys making their own setup and no issues. From nicely machine aluminum and stainless to 3d printed pucks and string line. This...

The g80 is fucked in my daily and I’d like to think atleast a good locker will suffice since it’s 2wd for the shit I put it thru. Any recommendations or any to stay away from? Fuck it and run a spool?

I didn't want to clutter up the thread below, I searched and didn't find anything, and I wasn't sure where to put this, so here it is... What tools are in your tool bag or your new tool roll if you just bought one like I did after reading the thread below? Tool Rolls for the trail I've always...

Been a while since I’ve bought a tow strap. Holy cow, there are a lot of brands now and now kinetic ropes are an option. Seemed like Keeper and ARB were the only options. I know there is a love/hate with Amazon, and I can’t tell the good from the China crap on there. Bubba Rope still a...

So what are you all using material(s) and thickness wise for doing a flat belly/under armour? Be interested to hear thoughts on lighter weight rigs say sub 3k lbs like SXS or Trackick VS heavier full bodied rigs in the 5k lbs+ range. As always pictures are a bonus :flipoff2:

Would a deep cycle and the vehicle's battery be enough to power a 24v winch? Or would I need dedicated twin deep cycles? I'm looking at the Warn 24v M12000 winch. I decided 20+ years ago when I do procure a winch, it'll be either a hydraulic or a 24v. Witnessing the 12v in action for 43+...

Hey guys, dumb and unrelated but I duke boyed my 2 dr 2wd 5 spd S10 blazer on monday and I'm trying to replace it. I drive 60-80 miles a day, need to haul various shit for my squarebodies and need to be able to pull 2k lbs on a trailer. Requirements are 4x4, manual trans and under 12k. There...

I'm thinking about shortening my 125' 5/16 Warn cable to maybe 75', then adding eyelets to the remaining 50' to keep for an extension. Maybe even grab another 25' chunk for a second extension. As mentioned in the Gen4x4 winch thread it would be nice to use the lower wraps on the winch drum to...

Ok so the wifes yukon PS pump shit the bed. Looking around virtually nobody has Delco units for sale so I called a friends shop and his vendor has the for like $480:eek::barf: Are any of the non delco brands decent? Rig is a 2000 Yukon XL 1500 4wd 5.3/4l60 please and thank you for the replies.

Baseline: Rig - '94 Ford Bronco XL 5.0L Rear axle - '87 Sterling 10.25 dually Leaf springs - '99.5 F-350 front springs Lift - Sky ORD 6" Current rear shocks - Bilstein 24-185530 B8 5100 Shocks Current cargo weight - Approx 500+lb of stuff Yesterday I installed OEM upper shock mounts so as to...

I screwed up and should have used the 4-link calculator!!!!!!!!! So I decided to raise the rear control arm brackets to restore geometry and simulate MetalCloak DB3 frame drop brackets for the rear of my JK while improving ground clearance at the rear axle. I thought it would be relatively...