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Jeep
OWNER'S BIBLE
by Moses Ludel
New! ·
Updated Edition · Covers Models Through 1999
A Hands-on Guide for getting the Most from your
Jeep
- Tune-up, maintenance, repair
- High-performance tuning
- Off-road driving tips
- Jeep buyer's guide
- Installing accessories
- History and development
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This is the authoritative companion book for your
Jeep, whether it's a hard core CJ or a new Grand Cherokee that may never
leave the pavement.
High performance modifications, accessories to tailor your
Jeep to your individual driving demands, Jeep history, and tips you should
know when buying a new or used Jeep are just a few of the many topics
covered by Off-Road columnist Moses Ludel.
Best of all, Moses provides step-by-step service
instruction backed up with hundreds of photographs that cover everything
from simple tune-ups to more involved engine, suspension and electrical
work. His experienced, real-world tips make it easy to join the
tradition of do-it-yourself Jeep owners.
If you're looking for guidance on preventive maintenance,
setting up your Jeep for off-road, competition, or planning a frame-off
restoration, Jeep Owner's Bible will show you the way.
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Covers
all Jeep models, from MB up, including: |
- Grand Cherokee - ZJ & WJ
- Cherokee
- Wrangler - YJ & TJ
- All CJ models
- Scrambler
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- Wagoneer
- Pickups
- Jeepster
- J-trucks
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About the author:
 An
avid fly fisherman, hunter, canoeist and four wheeler, Moses Ludel took
his first driver's license exam in his family CJ-5 Jeep. Two years
latter at age 18, he drove the Rubicon Tail by the back route, entering
from the Miller Lake access and tracking an unmarked trail across the
Sierra Mountains to Placerville, California.
Moses worked as a master truck mechanic and heavy
equipment operator before earning a Bachelor of Science
(Pre-Law/Sociology) degree with honors from the University of
Oregon. He has taught Adult Education level courses in Automotive
and Diesel Mechanics and now has a 15 year track record as an automotive
journalist and photographer with emphasis on four-wheel drive
vehicles. Moses' body of published work now exceeds 2,200
technical features, stories and columns plus five Owner's Bible
series for Robert Bentley, Inc.
His magazine credits include Off-Road, Four
Wheeler, 4WD SUV, 4x4 Magazine Japan, Trailer Life, Motorhome, Popular
Hot Rodding, Chevy truck, Jp Magazine and many others. Moses
served as Tech editor and columnist for Jp Magazine.
A past board member for the national TREAD
LIGHTLY! program, Moses continues to serve on that organization's
Environmental Relations Committee. He has consulted to 4WD
truck/SUV manufactures including General Motors, Jeep Corporation/Mopar
and Mercedes-Benz.
Moses has published series of professionally
written Owner's Bibles including the Toyota
Truck & Land Cruiser Owner's Bible, and Ford
F-Series Pickup Owner's Bible.
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Chapter 1
Jeep - Building a Legend
Willys · Kaiser/Jeep ·
Wagoneer/J-Trucks · CJs · AMC Jeeps · XJ Cherokee · ZJ Grand
Cherokee · WJ Grand Cherokee · Wrangler YJ · Wrangler TJ |
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Chapter 2
Buying a Jeep
The CJ Models · 4WD Pickups, Station Wagons,
J-Trucks and Wagoneers · The Jeepster Commandos · The Compact
Cherokee and Comanche Trucks · The YJ & TJ Wrangler ·
Inspecting a Used Jeep 4x4 · Buying a New Jeep |
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Chapter 3
Operating Your Jeep
Learning to drive your Jeep 4x4 · Off-pavement
Four-wheel Drive · Special Uses For Your Jeep 4WD · Jeep Clubs |
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Chapter 4
Working on Your Jeep
The Jeep Chassis · Drum and Disc Brake Systems ·
The Jeep Engines · Transmissions and Transfer Case Units · Repairs
On The Jeep · The Jeep Owner's toolbox · Miscellaneous Chores |
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Chapter 5
Jeep Maintenance and Preservation
"Full-Service" Lubrication and Maintenance
· Long Term Storage of Your Jeep Truck |
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Chapter 6
Troubleshooting
Aftermath of Hard Four-wheeling · A Guide
To Troubleshooting |
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Chapter 7
Engine Tune-up
Jeep Engine Types · Ignition Tune-up ·
Fuel System Tune-Up · Major Engine Diagnosis |
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Chapter 8
Emission Controls
Emission Control Basics · Routine
Emission Control Service |
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Chapter 9
Cooling System
Cooling System Basics · Changing Your
Water Pump |
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Chapter 10
Clutch and Transmission
Clutch and Transmission Troubleshooting ·
Clutch Service · Clutch Replacement Tips · Transmission
Adjustments |
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Chapter 11
Transfer Case, Driveshafts, Axles, Hubs
Transfer Cases · Driveshafts · Axle
Assemblies · Locking Hubs |
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Chapter 12
Suspension and Steering
Springs · Shock Absorbers · Jeep
Steering and Front End |
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Chapter 13
Brakes and Wheel Bearings
Wheel Bearings · The Braking System |
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Chapter 14
Body and Detailing
Battling Rust · Body Detailing · Pickup
Bed and Tub Liners |
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Chapter 15
Electrical System Basics
The Electrical System · The Starter Motor
and Cold Cranking Chores |
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Chapter 16
Accessories
Winches · Electrical System Upgrades ·
Roll Bars · Seat Belts and Safety Harnesses · Trailering with Your
Jeep |
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Chapter 17
Engine Performance Modifications
Performance and Smog Legal Modifications
· Engine Upgrades · Engine Rebuilding |
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Chapter 18
Geartrain Upgrades
Transmission/Transfer Case · Clutch ·
Jeep Axles And Traction |
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Chapter 19
Suspension Upgrades
Chassis Modifications · Off-Pavement
Suspension Tuning · Steering Gear Conversions · Tires · Brake
System Upgrades |
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Chapter 20
Epilogue |
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Appendix 1: Sources
Appendix 2: Toolbox
Appendix 3: Engine
Break-in
Index |
Soft cover, 383 pages.
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