Standard Issue 1—The Magazine
DEPARTMENTS:
Guidepost
Our editorial nod to the first issue of J Rations.
Tech Q&A
SI1 discusses limited-slip diffs, fiberglass v. steel body for a CJ-5, tranny swap, bigger meats and wheels for a stock TJ.
Classic Mode
Part history, part tech, Classic Mode is the watercooler for all your military and classic Jeep questions.
Trail Primer
Outdoor adventure can pose more challenges than a bear with a butt full of buckshot. Go prepared with the “Top 10 Must-Have Jeep Supplies For Any Off-Road Mission.”
Adventurer’s Almanac
These proven tips will help you live as comfortably in the great outdoors as any
well-seasoned mountain [wo]man.
’WHEELING:
Black Bear Pass
Breathtaking scenery combined with gaunt trail sections, hair-raising switchbacks and sheer cliff drop-offs can be only one place—southwest Colorado’s infamous Black Bear Pass Road. Find out how the trail came into existence, how to get there, how to travel the full length of the trail and how to sample the trail without committing yourself to the nerve-busting one-way section. Then catch the action with Black Bear Pass Video Adventure on CD.
Into The Enchanted Wilderness
Wide open mesas dressed with canyons, rivers and mountains make New Mexico an outlander’s dream come true. Read about the state’s history, diversity and adventure opportunities as we prepare to team up with the New Mexico 4-Wheelers for a fun-filled excursion in the backcountry northeast of Albuquerque. Then watch on CD as we roll out Under The Big Blue Sky.
FEATURES:
Jeep: An American Icon Forged In War
As world events turned catastrophic in 1940, the U.S. military desperately needed a reliable, agile troop carrier. Noted Jeep historian Jim Allen sets the stage as he takes us back to the beginning, and even earlier, to the hits and misses in the development of the light reconnaissance vehicle that would change the course of history and become an American icon. This look at jeep development then continues in Building The Legend, Part 1, presented on CD in rich digital media.
Communications Options
A communications system is one of the smartest accessories you’ll ever add to your Jeep. Which system you choose depends on how you travel in the backcountry, your aptitude for electronic and radio theory, and personal preference. This in-depth piece discusses some of the best options, and how to install and set them for optimal performance. It then expands to the Web with DIY CB Mounting For TJ Owners.
Silver Celebration
In 1979 American Motors commemorated the much-loved CJ-5 with an anniversary edition all its own. Quick Silver paint, silver Renegade stripes and silver piping on the low-back bucket seats were just a few of the special touches denoting the model’s 25 years of popularity. This well-equipped, original-condition example hails from the Lone Star State.
The Rugged Weminuche
Perched high on the Continental Divide, the Weminuche Wilderness is the largest unspoiled area in Colorado. So we parked the Jeep®, loaded the pack mules and mounted the horses to head deeper into the rough country and some of the easiest flyfishing Goose Creek’s ever offered.
Wilderness Digs
If you’re among the uninitiated, this discussion of tents will take the mystery out of seasonal ratings, structural designs, wall material, support poles, stitching and more so you can buy the tent that’s right for you.
TECH:
Build Jeep Power!
Spending a lot of time (and money) on your suspension? If you’ve added weight, friction and low gearing, it may be time to pay attention to the engine, too. Have a look at our Project “Blown Rubicon,” and get a down-to-earth perspective on adding a supercharger to your Jeep. This piece expands to the CD with Feel The Burn and to the Web with Dyno Max.
Lock-Out Basics
Take an up close and personal look at CJ manual-locking hubs in this comprehensive overview of the standard CJ front axle driveline. Then get more in-depth information with How To Service Manual-Locking Jeep Hubs, presented as a printable PDF on CD.
Seal It!
If your Jeep is draining its fluids, these gasket installation procedures will help put a stop to those annoying puddles. We also take a look at the latest in chemical sealant technology and plastic AMC six-cylinder valve covers for good measure.
Disc Brake Upgrade…On The Cheap
Looking to ditch the rear drums on your full-sized Jeep? Here’s one enthusiast’s solution for putting the “Wow!” back in “Whoa!”
CD PRIMERS:
Tips From The Grease Monkey
Give your Jeep the maintenance it deserves! Here we discuss lubrication upgrades, mineral vs. synthetic lubrication and that nemesis of ‘88-96 Wranglers—the 231 Command Trac transfer case. A Messy Business on CD then walks you through a chassis lube—greasing up the critical steering and suspension components.
Pinion Yoke Seal R&R
Gather your tools (we’ll tell you what you’ll need) as we prepare to put a stop to that annoying differential drain. Move to the CD for the step-by-step procedures that will show you how to get the job done.
Lift Your TJ On A Workingman’s Budget
What do you do when you really, really want to lift your TJ but don’t have the bucks? Use Skyjacker’s E-Z install 2-inch kit, that’s what. This article provides the background and a caveat before progressing to Going Up Without Getting Down on CD for the interactive presentation and garage-ready PDF.
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