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4-Wheeler's
Bible
by Jim Allen
Four-Wheel drive is more than a way to climb a snowy
driveway or escape a lowed-in parking space. Pushed hard, a good 4x4
can take a competent driver to places the pavement-bound masses could
hardly imagine - up mountains, across streams, over boulders, through
snow, mud, and sand. Four-wheeling brings the freedom to leave daily
toils behind and venture into the rugged wilderness. All it takes is
knowledge, planning, and the proper equipment.
In nearly 30 years in the sport, including work as an
off-road instructor for Land Rover, Jim Allen has seen it all - and from
some pretty hairy angles. In the 4-Wheeler's Bible,
this veteran wheeler and writer provides a thorough, insightful look at
the vehicles, accessories, tricks, and techniques you'll need to get you
there and back safely. Numerous color photos, illustrations, and
sidebars show you what works, how it works, what to do, and what to
avoid. At the back of the book is a glossary that defines the lingo
of the four-wheeling world, and a list of suppliers who can help you build
any rig you can imagine.
Whether you've scratched and clawed your way with the best
of them, or just imagined it from a comfy chair, the 4-Wheeler's
Bible will help you down the trail. Virtually anyone can
enjoy the thrill and challenge of four-wheeling, at the wheel, as a
spotter, or just along for the ride. Before you load up, read up and
be prepared, no matter where the trail leads.
About the author:
Jim Allen is the author of many books on Jeep or
four-wheel drive topics and also some 1,500 magazine
articles on four-wheeling and automotive topics in general. An avid
four-wheeler since leaving the U.S. Army in 1975, Allen spent nearly 20
years as a professional and certified mechanic before going full-time
into writing. He also spent three years as an off-highway driving
instructor for Land Rover North America. Tracing the origins of
four-wheel drive is one of his particular interests, both personally and
professionally.
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Chapter 1 - Attitude and Emergencies
Zen and the Art of Four-Wheeling
Four-Wheeling attitude and etiquette ·
Vehicle safety and first aid considerations |
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Chapter 2 - Traction 101
Get a Grip!
The types of four-wheel drive · The
meaning of traction · Different types of differentials Using these
systems on the road and trail |
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Chapter 3 - Choosing Your 4x4
Choose Yer Weapon
The basic categories of 4x4 vehicles ·
Choosing the best vehicle for your needs · Criteria used to judge
4x4 vehicles · How (or whether to) try to balance the demands of
street and trail performance |
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Chapter 4 -
Controls and Communications
What Does That Lever Do?
Proper steering technique · How to use
the throttle, brakes, transmission, and transfer case · Parking
brake maneuvers · Best ways to communicated with other 'wheelers,
or contact help |
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Chapter 5 - Essential Skills - Outlook and Basic
Technique
Solid Foundations
Reading the terrain and picking a line of
attack · Using spotters for help in tricky situations · How to use
momentum to carry you through low-traction areas · Traversing hairy
angles, obstacles, and surface conditions |
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Chapter 6 - Basic Vehicle Tuning and Buildup
The Toolbox
Tire fitment, tricks, and treads · Lifts
and suspension alterations for increased clearance · Component
upgrades to keep you on the trail longer and with fewer worries ·
Making your engine more water-resistant |
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Chapter 7 - Advanced Skills and Buildups
Grizzled Gear Grinders
Tire, suspension, and drivetrain mods necessary
for the tough stuff · Tips and tricks for keeping your engine,
steering, and brakes cool and functional · Important calculations
for making your rig strong and capable on the trail |
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Chapter 8 - Recovery Techniques
Inertially Challenged
Basic recovery strategy and tools · Freeing your rig
without a winch - manhandle, tow, snatch, and jack techniques ·
Winch selection, including plusses and minuses of each type · Using
winches with cable, rope, dead-men, blocks, anchors, and good
judgment to get back on the trail |
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Chapter 9 - Navigation and Field Repairs
Bring 'Em Back Alive!
Basic compass operation · Basic map reading ·
GPS tips · Field repairs · Tools and spare parts |
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Appendix 1: Glossary of Terms
Four-Wheeler's Dictionary
Appendix 2: Sources
Bibliography, Buildup Resources, Entusiast Resources, Driving
Schools, and Navigation Resources
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