If your drivetrain springs a leak, it could be that the breather/s are blocked. After plugging the leak, it’s important to clear the breather.
AV Battery Modifications … Considerations
Over the years, I’ve come across really good Armoured Vehicle modifications — and some really poor ones.
Coolant and Thermostats – Are They Necessary?
Coolant. Water is great as a coolant. However, the disadvantages are it causes corrosion and evaporates easily when hot.
Why You Should Care Which Handbrake System Your 4wd Has
There are two common types of handbrake systems fitted to 4wd vehicles: A handbrake which works on the rear brake shoes. A transmission brake that is fitted to the rear output of the transfer box.
Raised Air Intakes – Are They Really Necessary?
It’s hot, it’s dusty and it’s dry – so why should you consider fitting a raised air intake?
Are Bilstein Shocks Worth It?
Over the last 15 years we have tried various types /makes of suspension. The only shock absorber that we have found to deal with the rigours of off road and security training and just driving around on East African roads are Bilstein.
There are Tools and then there are Tools
I was trying to remove a drop-arm from a Landrover Defender steering box.
Is your battery clamped down and secure?
Batteries Need to Be Clamped Down. It’s unsafe to drive around (especially off-road!!) without the battery clamped down.
What to Check on Your 4wd (Vehicle Check Over)
I am often astounded at how few people, attending our training, know how to open their vehicle bonnet (hood), let alone carry out a basic /routine inspection. So, although I have previously written about vehicle checks, I thought this time, I would cover in more detail the what, how to and why’s of an inspection. […]
Keeping 4wds Simple for Harsh Environments
Electronically Challenged During my apprentice days, I came across the KISS principle. You found out what this meant as soon as you tried to offer up a complicated solution to a problem and met with the answer, “K(eep) I(t) S(imple) S(tupid)!”
A Daily Morning Vehicle Checklist
Here are a few points of what to check, what to look for and why it needs checking. Also, when checking levels make sure the vehicle is on flat, level ground.