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Ram 3500 Trailing Arms Upgrade — Weld-On Kit Install Guide

In This Guide Why Trailing Arms on a Lifted Ram 3500 What Is in the Universal Trailing Arm Kit Step 1: Axle Bracket Placement Step 2: Prep and Stitch Weld the Axle Brackets Step 3: Paint the Axle Brac...

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Mar 21, 2024 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

Toyota 4Runner Rear Control Arm Install: Core 4x4 Camp Series Upgrade

In This Guide Whats in the Camp Series K5 Kit? Vehicle Prep: Penetrating Fluid Is Your Best Friend Quick Install Overview: Leveling Kit vs. Lifted Setup How to Measure Your Old Control Arms Greasing t...

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Mar 10, 2024 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

ZJ Grand Cherokee Long Arm Install: Upgrading to the Core 4x4 Crawl Series

In This Guide Why a True Four-Link Long Arm Kit for the ZJ? Whats in the ZJ Long Arm Kit Camp Series vs. Crawl Series: Whats the Difference? How the Brackets Look After 6 Years of Off-Roading Bracket ...

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Mar 1, 2024 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

How to Install a TJ Wrangler Lift Kit & Lower Control Arms | Core 4x4 Guide

In This Guide Whats in the Cruise Series TJ Lift Kit Why Fixed-Length TJ Lower Control Arms? Front Suspension Tear Down Front Install: Springs, Shocks, and Lower Control Arms Rear Suspension Tear Down...

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Feb 16, 2024 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

TJ Wrangler Track Bar Upgrade: How to Install the Core 4x4 Camp Series Adjustable Track Bar

In This Guide What Does a Track Bar Do on a TJ Wrangler? Why Upgrade to an Adjustable Track Bar? What's in the Box Tools You'll Need Step-by-Step Installation Torque Specs at a Glance When Should You ...

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Feb 2, 2024 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

Our New YouTube Studio -- Core 4x4 Builds a Content Space

In This Guide The Starting Point: A Rundown Warehouse The Build Process Why a Dedicated Studio Matters What Is Coming from the Studio Frequently Asked Questions Shop Core 4x4 Parts In This Guide The S...

Behind the Scenes

Jan 27, 2024 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

2022 Ford Bronco 3.5 Inch Lift Kit Install -- Falcon Coilovers, Icon UCAs & Heavy-Duty Tie Rods

In This Guide What Goes Into a Bronco 3.5 Inch Lift Kit Why the Factory Tie Rod Ends Are a Weak Point Front Suspension Teardown CV Axle Trick for Coilover Removal Installing the Falcon Coilovers Insta...

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Nov 10, 2023 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

Core 4x4 Mineral Basin Off-Roading -- American Fork Canyon Trail Run

In This Guide The Mineral Basin Trail Rock Gardens and Optional Obstacles Greasing Up and Pre-Trip Prep The View from 8,700 Feet Trail Report: Mineral Basin via American Fork Canyon Frequently Asked Q...

Off-Road Adventures

Oct 20, 2023 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

LJ Wrangler 3.5in Lift Kit Front Install -- Core 4x4 Camp Series Guide

In This Guide What We Are Installing Order of Operations Bump Stop Extension Kit Coil Springs and Brake Lines Setting Control Arm Lengths Installing the Control Arms Shock Installation JKS Sway Bar Qu...

Build Series Install Guides

Sep 15, 2023 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

Mob Armor Phone Mount Install -- The Best Magnetic Phone Holder for Off-Road

In This Guide Why Magnetic Phone Mounts Beat Clip-In Holders Mob Armor Mount Types How to Install a Mob Armor Mount in a Jeep Wrangler Installing in Other Vehicles Will Magnets Damage My Phone? Why Co...

Behind the Scenes

Sep 3, 2023 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

2022 Ford Bronco Rear Sway Bar End Link Upgrade and Install

In This Guide Why Replace the Factory Rear End Links? Product Overview: Crawl Series Rear End Links Tools Required Removal: Taking Off the Factory End Links Installation: Bolting On the Crawl Series E...

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Aug 17, 2023 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

2022 Ford Bronco Rear Suspension Install for 3.5 Inch Lift

In This Guide Parts Used in This Build Setting Control Arm Lengths Before Install Passenger Side Install and Gas Tank Torque Specs for Bronco Rear Control Arms Driver Side and Track Bar Install Falcon...

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Aug 10, 2023 CORE 4X4 Shop Talk

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