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Racing in the mud in large trucks, also known as "bogging", may be considered a non-traditional extreme sport, but for many Pavo residents, it's a pastime that may have to come to an end...

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Source: WCTV.tv]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/dispute-over-pavo-mud-bogging-event-draws-a-crowd/ Thu, 15 Apr 2010 08:17:01 +0000 Jeremy http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/anatomy-of-a-mud-truck-1997-chevy-1500-silverado/ From the June, 2010 issue of 4Wheel & Off-Road
By Kevin McNulty
Photography by Kevin McNulty

1997 Chevy Silverado 1500 Mud B...]]> From the June, 2010 issue of 4Wheel & Off-Road
By Kevin McNulty
Photography by Kevin McNulty

1997 Chevy Silverado 1500 Mud Bogging
Four-wheeling enthusiasts adapt their rigs to the terrain around them. In the South and the Florida Panhandle, mud boggin' and swampin' are big and mud trucks are even bigger...

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READ MORE>>]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/mud-tracks-to-truck-get-man-in-deep-dirt/ Thu, 15 Apr 2010 08:08:16 +0000 Jeremy http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/maine-forest-rangers-on-lookout-for-8216mudders-8217/ Boston Herald sparked my desire to discuss something. Most of us know what responsible mudding is and yet there any many peo...]]> Boston Herald sparked my desire to discuss something. Most of us know what responsible mudding is and yet there any many people out there who ruin this sport for the rest of us by damaging government and private property every day.

According to the article, Forest Rangers in Maine are going to be on the lookout this spring for people who drive out to the forests every year and destroy the environment and ruin farm roads. They are in contact with landowners who have had problems in the past and I'm guessing the fine will be steep because the cost to repair these roads is extremely expensive.

Now don't get me wrong here, I'm not trying to make a save the environment argument here because that is a totally different topic. I would like to remind people that in order for this sport to continue being as fun as it is, we need to do it responsibly. Tread Lightly is an organization dedicated to responsible recreation in this department and have a list of guidelines to follow for how to go four wheeling with minimal impact.

So use your dang brains, and don't ruin it for everybody! ]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/maine-forest-rangers-on-lookout-for-8216mudders-8217/ Thu, 15 Apr 2010 07:45:24 +0000 Jeremy http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/off-road-vehicle-insurance/ . So what do you do if something bad happens to your dirt bike, ATV, four-wheeler, or dune bugg...]]> . So what do you do if something bad happens to your dirt bike, ATV, four-wheeler, or dune buggy?

The solution is easy and some people don't know it exists. It's called Off Road Vehicle Insurance and is designed specifically for this purpose. Of course, just like any insurance you should shop around and find a good deal.

If you play a little rough with your toys, I'd definitely check this out.]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/off-road-vehicle-insurance/ Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:01:19 +0000 Jeremy http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/recalibrate-your-speedometer-for-larger-tires/ The stock speedometer in your truck is calibrated by the manufacturer based on the stock wheel/tire size. When you place larger tires on your truck, a...
How is that bad for me?

Well if you like getting speeding tickets, then it's not. For the rest of us who prefer to not chit chat with the cops, it's very bad. A tire size increase of say 4 inches in diameter can result in up to a 15% change in your actual speed. When your speedometer is reading 60mph, you are going more like 67 to 70 mph and without knowing it became a prime target for any bored cop looking for something to do.

What can I do to fix it?

Honestly, with all the variations in Makes and Models it's best to take it to a professional...unless you are really mechanically savvy. Newer trucks sometimes have adjustments that can be made in the computers or will automatically adjust because they only turn as fast as the axle turns so will recalibrate itself, older trucks may require you to replace the speedometer gear with one that correlates to your tire size. Get a manual for your vehicle and if it looks beyond your capabilities, get somebody who knows what they are doing.

Helpful Resources

Jeepin.com: Recalibrating Your Speedometer
Smiths/Jaeger Speedometer Repair Manual
Speedometer World]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/recalibrate-your-speedometer-for-larger-tires/ Fri, 26 Mar 2010 03:46:28 +0000 Jeremy http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/link-exchange-program/ http://www.mudding.org/links for more information. ]]> http://www.mudding.org/links for more information. ]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/link-exchange-program/ Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:29:00 +0000 Jeremy http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/how-to-start-a-4x4-club/ How To Start a 4x4 Club

Once you are logged in and viewing the dashboard, you will see a list of tasks you can do under "Submit Links". One of these ...]]> How To Start a 4x4 Club

Once you are logged in and viewing the dashboard, you will see a list of tasks you can do under "Submit Links". One of these is "Create Group". Click on this link and follow the simple instructions to start your group.

Once you have your club created, you can invite people to join, you can post upcoming events, and so much more.

Good luck and happy muddin' ]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/how-to-start-a-4x4-club/ Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:02:37 +0000 Jeremy http://www.mudding.org/RayRay/blog/what-gear-ratio-do-i-have-in-my-gm-or-chevrolet-rear-end-do-i-have-positrac/ How do I find my rear differential ratio?

Here we present information to assist you in the determination of what rear end ratio you have in your ...]]> How do I find my rear differential ratio?

Here we present information to assist you in the determination of what rear end ratio you have in your General Motors differential. In the second table you will be able with your RPO code to locate and determine just what rear differential ratio your What rear end ratio do I have in my Chevy General Motors vehicle left the factory with. General Motor rear end differentials are referred to by the diameter of the ring gear, i.e. 8.5 inch, 10.5 inch. Links are provided in the first table set identifying the different rear end types, see table. Using these tables you will be able to locate the detailed information on replacement parts, upgrades and changing ratio parts and accessories for improving the performance of your vehicles differential. For front wheel drive General Motors ring and pinion replacements please give us a call 800-216-1632.

How does switching your rear end ration help the driver or vehicle performance?

We specialize in matching your tires and axles with the desired differential ratio's, we have a wide variety of gear sets in stock and can recommend and select the best suited differential for your driving application. We will recommend the right gear ratio to match your engine horsepower, transmission specifications and tires that you may have selected.

Thinking about changing tire size we can help, consult our Look up chart for determination of engine RPM, gear ratio and tire size combination. Larger tires on lifted truck suffer from loss of power, changing the ring gear and pinion to a lower ratio is the answer. Changing rear end ratio can improve fuel mileage, reduce and extend engine life, and/or add additional power for your towing requirements.

Why you need a positraction?

A positraction unit, when your vehicle is negotiating a corner, the outside wheel has to travel a grater distance than the inside wheel. Therefore, the outside wheel must turn faster than the inside wheel. The differential is the device within the axle assembly which, in addition to transmitting the power to each axle shaft/wheel, allows one wheel to turn at a different speed than the other. Without positraction only one rear wheel receives the power. In bad road conditions say, mud, ice or snow traction to one wheel is bound to get you stuck. Installing a positraction provide power to both wheels at the same time, a signifant improvement in traction.

General Motors Production Options. The following Regular Production Option (RPO) codes identify the rear axle and transaxle overall final drive gear Ratios. These codes can be located on the RPO sticker in the glove box or in the trunk on most GM vehicles. Axle codes typically begin with the letter F, G and H. RPO Codes G80,, G81m and G86 indicated that the differential left the factory with a positraction. For positraction replacements and parts see the following link. Positraction units are available for many General Motor FWD Front Wheel Drive models.

A chart is also provided which presents Differential cover/cover gasket shapes, a common technique to identify differential ring gear diameter. And a Dana/Spicer Parts illustration showing how to locate the Dana bill of material number is provided. This is a critical number to ensure that you find correct parts the first time. For example Dana used in some cases 3 to 4 different ring gear widths for say a Dana 35 ring gear, so the set up is not the same for each gear category.

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1) Click on "Dashboard" at top of page.
2) Under the list that says "Submit Links", click on "Share a Video".
3) Select a Category.
4) Post the URL of the site. This comes from the address bar when you are viewing the video on the original site.

NOTE: We support videos from Youtube, Myspace Video, Break, and Metacafe.]]> http://www.mudding.org/Admin/blog/how-to-share-a-video/ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:41:32 +0000 Jeremy