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Geoff Johns: DC Movie & TV Universes Will Be 'Separate'
DC's Chief Creative Officer Geoff Johns has stated 'definitively' that the newly established DC Movie Universe will NOT crossover with TV shows such as 'Arrow.'
by Anthony Vieira | 4 months ago133 Comments
'Batman V Superman' Doomsday Rumors Refuse To Die
Even more rumors suggest Doomsday will appear in 'Batman V Superman,' but will he really be fighting the Man of Steel?
by Andrew Dyce | 5 months ago90 Comments
Stephen Amell Denies 'Batman v. Superman' Role; 'Arrow' Adds Peter Stormare as Vertigo
'Arrow' star Stephen Amell denies being involved in 'Batman v. Superman,' while the series casts Peter Stormare as the new Count Vertigo.
by Araceli Roach | 5 months ago138 Comments
'Batman V Superman' Rumors: Wonder Woman & Villain Details; Comic-Con Plans
A lot of 'Batman V Superman' rumors include Wonder Woman's Costume, Comic-Con 2014 reveals and possible other Villains.
by Kofi Outlaw | 5 months ago339 Comments
'Batman V Superman': Jason Momoa to Play Aquaman [Updated]
Multiple sources are confirming that Jason Momoa (Game of Thrones) is playing Aquaman in 'Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice'!
by Kofi Outlaw | 5 months ago385 Comments
'22 Jump Street' & Rumored DC Movie Schedule – SR Underground Ep. 148
We review '22 Jump Street,' discuss the rumored DC Movie release schedule (Shazam and more), as well as offer our impressions of the 'Dumb and Dumber To' trailer.
by Ben Kendrick | 5 months ago18 Comments
Kevin Smith Says Rumored DC Movie Lineup is Legit
The rumors of Warner Bros' DC movie line-up – including 'Shazam', 'Sandman' and 'Wonder Woman' – are all true, according to Kevin Smith.
by H. Shaw-Williams | 5 months ago77 Comments
Rumor Patrol: 'Justice League' Villain; Will Martian Manhunter Appear?
The newest 'Justice League' rumor indicates that the team-up film will feature Martian Manhunter, the supervillain Darkseid, and Maxwell Lord.
by Ben Moore | 6 months ago98 Comments
Rumored DC Movie Schedule: 'Shazam,' Flash/Green Lantern Team-Up, & More
A rumored Warner Bros./DC film release schedule has appeared online – teasing 'Wonder Woman,' 'Man of Steel 2,' a Flash/Green Lantern team-up movie, and more!
by Ben Kendrick | 6 months ago296 Comments
'Batman v Superman' Wonder Woman Costume Reveal Tomorrow? [Updated]
Warner Bros. has teased a major imminent reveal concerning 'Batman v Superman' – are we getting our first look at Wonder Woman's costume?
by Anthony Vieira | 6 months ago120 Comments
Is 'Batman V Superman' Still a 'Man of Steel' Sequel?
Kevin Smith suggests that 'Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice' is no longer a traditional 'Man of Steel' sequel – it's one part in a 'massive' Justice League story.
by Ben Kendrick | 6 months ago179 Comments
'Batman V Superman' Subtitle is 'Dawn of Justice'
Zack Snyder's 'Man of Steel' sequel is now filming and has gained an official title: 'Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice'!
by Kyle Hembree | 6 months ago474 Comments
'Batman vs. Superman': Kevin Smith Confirms Affleck Costume Colors
Kevin Smith suggests Ben Affleck's 'Batman vs. Superman' costume is the exact Batsuit depicted in Frank Miller's 'Hunt the Dark Knight.'
by Ben Kendrick | 6 months ago131 Comments
'Godzilla' & Ben Affleck's Batsuit – SR Underground Ep. 144
We review 'Godzilla' (2014) plus discuss Ben Affleck's 'Batman vs. Superman' Batsuit, along with trailers for 'The Flash' TV show and 'Transformers: Age of Extinction.'
by Ben Kendrick | 6 months ago69 Comments
Are Shared Movie Universes Hurting Superhero Films?
Shared movie universes are the next big trend in Hollywood but are cross-movie storylines hurting the quality of superhero movie films?
by Ben Kendrick | 7 months ago183 Comments
'The Amazing Spider-Man 2′ & 'Star Wars 7′ Casting – SR Underground Ep. 142
We review 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2′ as well as discuss its ties to the Sinister Six. Plus offer thoughts on 'Star Wars: Episode 7′ casting and Zack Snyder directing 'Justice League.'
by Ben Kendrick | 7 months ago43 Comments
Warner Bros. Has 11 DC Comics Movies in Development
Besides 'Batman vs. Superman' and 'Justice League', WB reportedly has nine other DC movies in the works – what are they?
by Sandy Schaefer | 7 months ago197 Comments
'Justice League' Rumors: 2017 Release Date and Matt Damon as Aquaman
Now that Zack Snyder is confirmed to direct 'Justice League', more rumors have emerged about the film's release date and cast.
by Sandy Schaefer | 7 months ago187 Comments
'Justice League' Movie Confirmed With Zack Snyder Directing
Warner Bros. has officially confirmed that 'Justice League' will follow 'Batman vs. Superman' and that Zack Snyder will direct.
by Rob Frappier | 7 months ago390 Comments
New DC Animated Shared Universe Will Be Version of 'The New 52′
WB animation supervising producer James Tucker confirms that 'Son of Batman' will be the latest in an inter-connected series of DC animated releases modeled on the New 52.
by Anthony Vieira | 7 months ago50 Comments
'Batman vs. Superman' Rumor: Jason Momoa Has Signed On for a Role
The latest rumors suggest that not only has Jason Momoa joined 'Batman vs. Superman', but that he has been signed on for months.
by Andrew Dyce | 7 months ago151 Comments
'Batman V Superman' Casts Ray Fisher as Cyborg
One more 'Batman V Superman' mystery can be put to rest, as Ray Fisher has been cast as 'Cyborg' in Zack Snyder's DC team-up.
by Andrew Dyce | 7 months ago330 Comments
David S. Goyer Talks a 'Cohesive' DC Universe and Not Emulating Marvel
David S. Goyer says WB would 'love' to make its DC universe more 'cohesive', but he's not sure emulating Marvel Studios is the best approach.
by Sandy Schaefer | 8 months ago119 Comments
'Arrow' Producers Tease Season 3 Details, Possible Justice League Episode
'Arrow' producers are already teasing potential season 3 story arcs – including a Justice League team-up that could bring back a fan-favorite character.
by Kofi Outlaw | 8 months ago49 Comments
Dwayne Johnson Hints at Potential DC Movie Character Role
Dwayne Johnson has offered some hints about the DC movie role he's been in talks for; we consider what character The Rock is referring to.
by Sandy Schaefer | 8 months ago119 Comments
Gal Gadot Reveals Wonder Woman Workout Photo
Gal Gadot has posted a pic showing off the biceps she's building to play Wonder Woman in Batman vs. Superman.
by Kofi Outlaw | 9 months ago269 Comments
'Justice League: War' Review
War is only slightly better than its slightly good source material – but hopefully it will serve as a good introduction for mainstream viewers.
by Kofi Outlaw | 10 months ago113 Comments
5 Big Geek Movie Questions (2014) & Lex Luthor Casting – SR Underground Ep. 129
We offer our thoughts on Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor in 'Batman vs. Superman,' whether Channing Tatum will play Gambit in an 'X-Men' spin-off, ask 5 big geek movie questions for 2014, and more!
by Ben Kendrick | 10 months ago70 Comments
5 Big Geek Movie Questions – 2014
As the year in film takes shape, we once again ask '5 Big Questions for Movie Geeks in 2014.'
by Kofi Outlaw | 10 months ago48 Comments
Gal Gadot Signed For 'Justice League' & 'Wonder Woman' Solo Film
After news of Gal Gadot's 3-picture 'Wonder Woman' movie deal broke, more details on the films involved and pay have arrived.
by Andrew Dyce | 10 months ago121 Comments
'Justice League: War' End Credits Scene Teases New DC Superhero Animated Feature
The NYC premiere of 'Justice League: War' reveals a Marvel-style end credits teaser for a new DC superhero animated feature. Find out what it is!
by Kofi Outlaw | 10 months ago38 Comments
Marvel vs. DC: Who Will Surrender Their May 2016 Release Date?
Batman vs. Superman was delayed to May 2016, the same weekend as an unannounced Marvel Studios film. What Marvel movie is it and who will move their release date?
by Rob Keyes | 10 months ago140 Comments
Gal Gadot Signed 3-Picture Deal For Wonder Woman
Gal Gadot reveals details on her multi-picture Wonder Woman contract with DC Entertainment and Warner Bros.
by Rob Keyes | 10 months ago177 Comments
'Arrow' Star Stephen Amell & Jason Momoa Respond to 'Justice League' Rumors [Updated]
'Arrow' star Stephen Amell previews season 2.5 and he and Jason Momoa address rumors of their casting in DC movies like 'Justice League'.
by Kofi Outlaw | 10 months ago62 Comments
Jason Momoa Aquaman Rumor Raises 'Justice League' Casting Questions
Another day, another DC Movie rumor. This time it's Jason Momoa (Game of Thornes) being linked to Aquaman in the upcoming 'Justice League' movie.
by Kofi Outlaw | 11 months ago109 Comments
Rumor Patrol: Dwayne Johnson to Join 'Justice League' After 'Batman vs. Superman'
Recent rumors assert that Dwayne Johnson will star in the 'Justice League' movie – a project set to film back-to-back with 'Batman vs. Superman.'
by Kyle Hembree | 11 months ago190 Comments
'Justice League: War' Clip: Batman and Green Lantern Team Up
Batman and Green Lantern star in the latest 'Justice League: War' clip, as the two superheroes try to take down one of Darkseid's minions.
by H. Shaw-Williams | 11 months ago32 Comments
'Batman vs. Superman' Rumors: No Martian Manhunter, Aquaman, & More!
A slew of 'Batman vs. Superman' rumors includes details on possible villains and whether it's really a 'Justice League' film.
by Anthony Vieira | 11 months ago327 Comments
5 Big Answers for Movie Geeks in 2013
2013 is over, and we now know the answers to our '5 Big Questions for Movie Geeks in 2013.' Find out if the year went as predicted.
by Kofi Outlaw | 11 months ago69 Comments
Jason Momoa May Join 'Batman vs. Superman' – But Who Would He Play?
Jason Momoa may join the cast of 'Batman vs. Superman' – but as who? Doomsday? Bizarro Superman? Read our analysis.
by Rob Frappier | 12 months ago185 Comments
Rumor Patrol: Denzel Washington as Lex Luthor; 'Justice League' of Nations
Denzel Washington and Idris Elba might be up for Lex Luthor in 'Batman vs. Superman.' Plus – will the Justice League be a superhero version of the UN?
by Ben Moore | 12 months ago306 Comments
'Man of Steel's Henry Cavill Hopes 'Cyborg' Will Be Next For DC
'Man of Steel' star Henry Cavill is most excited to see Cyborg on the big screen; we explain how 'Justice League' may be close behind.
by Andrew Dyce | 12 months ago121 Comments
DC Planning to Release Two Low-Budget Superhero Films a Year?
Comic books like 'Suicide Squad' and 'Deathstroke' could become lower-budgeted DC movies, with two being released every year in the future.
by Sandy Schaefer | 12 months ago76 Comments
David S. Goyer: DC Movie Architect? Deathstroke & Team 7 Movies?
Word is that 'Man of Steel' writer David S. Goyer is the architect of DC and WB's movie universe – which may include 'Team 7′, 'Deathstroke' and 'Booster Gold' movies.
by Kofi Outlaw | 1 year ago135 Comments
Flash, Wonder Woman & Other JLA Members to Appear in 'Batman vs. Superman'?
More actresses are up for a role in 'Batman vs. Superman' that might be Wonder Woman. Plus, a recent report indicates that Flash and other JLA members will be in the movie.
by Ben Moore | 1 year ago157 Comments
Will 'Arrow' Crossover With the DC 'Justice League' Movie Universe?
'Arrow' star Stephen Amell has posted a pic that has fans buzzing that he could be part of everything from a 'Justice League' movie to 'Batman vs. Superman.' Read on for our breakdown.
by Kofi Outlaw | 1 year ago130 Comments
'Justice League: War' Trailer: Epic Action, Questionable Characters
The trailer for 'Justice League: War' tells the origin story of DC's New 52 superhero team reboot – albeit with some pretty big changes.
by Kofi Outlaw | 1 year ago73 Comments
David S. Goyer Signs 3-Year First Look Deal with Warner Bros.
'Batman Begins' and 'Man of Steel' screenwriter David S. Goyer has inked a 3-year deal with WB; we examine the implications for his future role in the DC Cinematic Universe.
by Sandy Schaefer | 1 year ago58 Comments
'Justice League: War' NYCC Panel; Aquaman Animated Feature Announced
Justice League: War comes to New York Comic Con 2013. Check out a first look at this New 52 Animated Feature.
by Kofi Outlaw | 1 year ago38 Comments
Gina Carano Discusses the Power Of Wonder Woman
'Fast & Furious 6′ star Gina Carano recently addressed her potential to star in a 'Wonder Woman' movie, and her hope that the character is portrayed correctly on the big screen.
by Andy Crump | 1 year ago117 Comments


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Birthday Bash Giveaway: Friday Five Edition
In the past, we've written Friday Fives on a variety of topics ranging from bank robbers to Hawaii to monkeys; there have also been a bunch of macabre Friday Fives about freezing to death, plane crashes, mining deaths, rodeo deaths, and suicide by drowning. Today's Friday Five, though, is about shirts, because we've got three Engine 145 t-shirts to give away. To enter, leave a comment mentioning a future Friday Five topic you'd like to see before 9 a.m. Eastern on Monday, July 16.
5. Slaid Cleaves — "Black T-Shirt"
The Engine 145 tees are black, too, making it perfect for those who, like Johnny Cash, choose not to wear a spectrum of bright colors. Unfortunately, they do make it hard to sneak a powdered sugar donut.
4. Mary Chapin Carpenter — "This Shirt"
Everybody's got a favorite old shirt that's seen better days, but is so beloved you can't bear to get rid of it.
3. Corb Lund — "It's Hard to Keep a White Shirt Clean"
Lund speaks the truth. In country music, white shirts are always getting barbecue stains on them, or tears from a woman crying over another man.
2. Peter Rowan & Tony Rice — "Shirt Off My Back"
Rowan and Rice are like t-shirts and jeans: a perfect pair.
1. Bradley Kincaid — "The Little Shirt My Mother Made for Me"
This Harry Wincott song has also been recorded by Wilf Carter and Marty Robbins. While an Engine 145 shirt may become your new favorite, unlike the kid in this song, you're going to have to pair it with pants.
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Giving Donovan a little Roots leeway, there's always "I Love My Shirt"–which he never claimed to be too sexy for:
I'm not entering, but I'll mention Ronnie Milsap's "Button Off My Shirt". I'll have to spend a little time thinking about future Friday Fives.
Elvis Costello's Green Shirt.
Waylon and Willie's "If I Can Find a Clean Shirt"
As for a future Friday Five topic, are songs about trains too broad a topic? If so, in keeping with the macabre tradition, how about songs about train wrecks?
"Waylon and Willie's 'If I Can Find a Clean Shirt'"
Great song.
I remember when it came out around 1993 or thereabouts, "Clean Shirt" won New York station WYNY's nightly new song face-off for a full week, defeating singles from Travis Tritt and others in listener call-in votes for at least five straight nights.
Then someone figured out that Waylon and Willie were too old to be allowed on the radio, the song didn't become a hit, and WYNY never played it!
That Barry Mazor guy beat me to mentioning the Donovan song, so.
How about a song about not having a shirt? I'll toss in Kenny Cheesehead's "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Neck", …er I meant "No Problems".
Has there already been a Friday Five about chewing tobacco and those who partake? It could include Gretchen Wilson's "Skoal Ring", Dierks Bentley's "She Won't Choose Me", and Mike Snider's "Snuff Dipper" for starters, although I doubt any of them have music videos. Hmm…
Norma Jean's "The Shirt"
I think Rick's suggestion is a little out there, but I can get behind it. Several Chris LeDoux songs that could make the cut as well.
My own suggestion is songs covering the western side of country and western if that hasn't been done.
How about bluegrass songs that praise country music. Or country or bluegrass gospel songs performed by obvious Sunday morning Christians. Covers of Billy Joe Shaver songs. Bluegrass covers of rock songs that actually improve the song (like DAB's "Summer Breeze.") 'She betrays him' songs- such as Steve Earle's "Bonnie and Billy." Guy Clark covers you perhaps haven't heard- like Eric Bibb's "The Cape," Shawn Camp's "Stop, Look, and Listen" or Mark Chesnutt's "Desperadoes…" Thanks for doing what you do, Juli.
Songs by different people with the same name. There must be more than just Wayne Taylor and Wayne Taylor. Okay, no more from me.
Kenny Cheesehead? Is that supposed to be funny?
It's Rick, so he thinks it's funny but absolutely no one else ever does.
To Rick's idea add Robert Earl Keen's Copenhagen. I know it is one of those Texas guys he hates so much. Not sure you'd find a good video though.
As for my idea, I love cover songs so how about covers of great songs and/or artists. How about the best country versions of Dylan songs?
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- luckyoldsun: Jim Z-- I get the feeling Barry was this close to calling you what Kinky Friedman called his guy from El …
- Leeann Ward: Thanks, NM. I like a good pop hook, to be honest. So, maybe I need to try it again.
- Barry Mazor: OK, Jim Z. That changes everything. I surrender.
- Jim Z: to call the Dirty River Boys an "Austin area band" is still incorrect. They are based in El Paso.
- nm: Leeann, you and I often have similar tastes in more-traditional country. And, to my ears, Sam Hunt's voice and lyrics …
- Barry Mazor: Matter of fact, as always--I did. The notes say the album was recorded & mixed by and at "The …
- Roger: Looking forward to picking up the Jamey Johnson Christmas EP - love all of those songs and can't wait for …
- Jim Z: that record was recorded in El Paso. (you could look it up) and other than appearing in Austin once in …
- Leeann Ward: Yes, I can always use more dobro in my life! Thanks for the Phil Leadbetter tip! I haven't been able to …
- Barry Mazor: OK, Jim. The record's more or less out of Austin. But I'm sure they're also good in El Paso...


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Cavs Top Stony Brook Behind Billings' School Record
Posted: 02/22/2009 - Virginia improves to 3-0, as Garrett Billings ties the UVa mark for goals scored in a game.
Posted: 02/22/2009 - Virginia improves to 3-0, as Garrett Billings ties the UVa mark for goals scored in a game.
Updated: 02/22/2009 - The Cavaliers used big pitching performances and hot bats to shut down the Bison.
Updated: 02/21/2009 - The Virginia men's basketball team failed to win its third straight game on Saturday, falling to NC State 72-67 in Raleigh, NC.
Updated: 02/21/2009 - The Cavaliers started their 2009 campaign in a big way, excelling both on the mound and at the plate.
Updated: 02/20/2009 - The Cavalier women's basketball team broke out of it's two game slump and squeaked by Miami 84-75 in overtime Thursday night.
Posted: 02/19/2009 - The former Cavalier offensive coordinator will take the reigns of the special teams and assume responsibilities of assistant head coach.
Posted: 02/19/2009 - The Cavaliers avenged and earlier loss to the Hokies and won their second consecutive game in the process.
Posted: 02/18/2009 - The Cavalier women's lacrosse team handily defeated in-state and conference rival Virginia Tech 19-3 on Wednesday afternoon.
Updated: 02/16/2009 - The freshman is now tied for the most rookie of the week awards in Virginia history.
Posted: 02/16/2009 - The Virginia men's lacrosse team picked up its second win of the season on Monday, beating Bryant 10-4.
Updated: 02/16/2009 - Virginia's defensive coordinator will reunite with Brian Kelly, whom he coached with at Central Michigan. Meanwhile, Ron Prince could be on his way back to Charlottesville.
Posted: 02/15/2009 - The 15th ranked Cavalier women's basketball team lost it's second game in a row for the first time this season at NC State 60-54.
Updated: 02/15/2009 - The Virginia Cavaliers men's basketball ended an eight game losing streak Sunday afternoon with an 85-81 overtime victory against No. 11 Clemson. The win is Virginia's first since a 74-50 victory over Brown on January 6.
Updated: 02/15/2009 - Garrett Billings paced the Cavaliers with 5 goals as No. 1 ranked Virginia handily defeated the Drexel Dragons 13-7 on Saturday.
Updated: 02/13/2009 - Virginia hopes to get the season started off on the right foot on Saturday.
Updated: 02/13/2009 - The Cavalier women's basketball team failed to complete two sweeps in a row, falling to No.9 Maryland 94-78 on Thursday.
Updated: 02/12/2009 - Virginia will host seven games at Scott Stadium, while hitting the road for five contests.
Posted: 02/11/2009 - Dom Starsia and the Cavaliers look to begin a march on Saturday that will eventually end in a national championship.
Updated: 02/11/2009 - After joining Virginia Football last February, Assistant Head Coach Bob Pruett decided to hang up the headset and retire from coaching.
Posted: 02/11/2009 - The Cavaliers see their losing streak continue, as well as their drought in Tallahassee.
Posted: 02/10/2009 - The Virginia football team will welcome the Hoosiers this coming season and travel to Bloomington in 2011.
Posted: 02/09/2009 - Virginia looks to snap a seven game losing streak and avenge a loss from earlier this season in the process.
Updated: 02/08/2009 - The Virginia men's tennis team opened up ACC play with an impressive 7-0 win over Maryland at the Boar's Head Sports Club Sunday.
Updated: 02/08/2009 - The Cavalier women's basketball team rebounded from a loss to Duke with a 69-61 win over in-state and conference rival Virginia Tech on Sunday.
Updated: 02/07/2009 - The UVa baseball team held its second open practice today, giving fans a glimpse of the 2009 Cavaliers.


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All good points, Megatron, each deserves an explanation, so here we go...I'll begin by sharing that I ran a four-wheel alignment rack at a GMC truck dealership in the mid-'80s, the era of both beam front axle 4x4s and IFS 2WD and 4WD front ends. For fifteen years prior to that, I had been doing alignment with far less equipment than that new Hunter four-wheel, electronic light beam rack. Fifteen years after the dealership stint, I taught wheel alignment at the adult vocational training level and merged my varied equipment experiences, which reflect in what I'm now sharing.
It's great to use precision four-wheel alignment equipment. However, "computer" alignment equipment is also limited in many ways. For example, you describe aftermarket wheels, suspension and tires, and you're right, of the three (assuming the suspension kit is as adjustable as yours), the wheel offset is the most critical modification. Because your truck falls outside the OEM guidelines built into the software for modern alignment equipment, many shops will avoid doing your truck's alignment.
Reasons for refusal include "liability", "unpredictable results" and "possibility of abnormal tire wear"—regardless of the alignment procedure. In many cases, the shop simply doesn't know what they can do to address or compensate for your modifications...After all, this is the era of plug-and-play. Follow the flow charts or stare at the computer screen or scanner. Wait long enough, and maybe an answer will materialize...That's not going to happen here!
For now, let's suspend judgment about why your truck and millions of other 4x4s are in this predicament. You've installed all of this hardware, and it's time to make the vehicle track as safely as possible—and for the tires to last.
As for front axle lateral alignment, your adjustable track bar is a real asset. Alignment does reference from the rear axle, and for good reason. The term "thrust" is just what it sounds like: The rear axle on a RWD vehicle is the traction point, pushing the frame and the entire vehicle forward from the rear. Unless you're driving backward, your rear-drive truck requires the front axle to align squarely under thrust. (Thus the term "thrust alignment"!) The axles must be square, in any case.
To illustrate, draw a line forward and perpendicular to the centerline of the rear axle. This follows the driveline in approximate terms—unless the driveline is offset like with a side-drive transfer case. This line of force, aimed forward and perpendicular to the rear axle, becomes the reference point for the front axle's position. The front axle ends up parallel to the rear axle, which is simple to visualize on beam axle trucks like our Ram 3500 models. The front axle must also align sideways or laterally, the reason for your adjustable track bar.
Whether the frame is perfectly square or not, if the front axle is parallel to the rear axle (plane view from the top), and if the axles center laterally with each other, you can align the truck's front end. The frame should be square, though, because an out-of-square frame would place the springs, suspension arms and steering linkage at odd angles with the axles.
So, let's start with a square frame, no collision damage, and a rear axle that sets squarely in the truck. It's much easier with our leaf sprung, beam rear axle: The centering points for the rear axle are simply the leaf spring center bolts and the axle's spring perch holes—plus any spacer block alignment holes or pins.
Rear axle in place, you can use the string-in-diamond method for setting the beam front axle's position for both parallel to the rear axle and laterally on center. I used the string method for two illustrated how-to articles at the magazine: my Jeep XJ Cherokee 6-inch long arm installation at the "Jeep XJ Cherokee & MJ Comanche 4WD Workshop" (see the left panel menu) and also the Jeep TJ Wrangler Rubicon Full-Traction Ultimate 4-inch lift. The XJ Cherokee is similar to our Dodge Ram trucks with link-and-coil front suspension and leaf springs at the rear. Both Jeep vehicles have beam axles front and rear.
Critical to a string-in-diamond beam axle alignment is finding precise reference points at each of the axles. You must have a reference point at each side of the front axle that is truly equal distance from the axle's centerline. The rear axle on our trucks is simple: Use the leaf spring center bolts as the rear reference points. On a Jeep TJ or JK Wrangler, there are matching suspension points that are equidistant from the rear axle's centerline.
The front axle should align with equal string lengths to the rear axle, measured in cross or "diamond". This means measuring from the front axle's left side reference point to the right rear spring center bolt, then from the front axle's right side reference point to the rear axle left side spring center bolt.
This measurement must be very accurate. Even 1/16"-1/8" variance can make a difference. If there are obstacles under the chassis that prevent an accurate measurement, you may need to relocate your reference points or even make "extensions" from the reference points to below the obstacles...For these measurements, you can have the axles suspended to full drop, which may help the string lines clear the transfer case skid plate, the exhaust or any other objects in the way.
Be creative. It's crucial that your four reference points reflect equal distances from the center of each beam axle outward to each axle's reference points. Strings then measure in cross between the front and rear axle reference points.
Again, the end game here is to have the axles parallel and tracking in line with each other. When the front axle is offset laterally, one way or the other, we call this "dog tracking".
Note: Don't be confused if one axle's track width is actually slightly wider than the other axle with the wheels in place. Some trucks (G.M. beam axle 4x4s come to mind) were designed this way, typically with the front axle slightly wider than the rear. I won't digress into "why" this was the design, simply know that if your reference points match side to side on each axle, and if you run the string lines in cross to matching points at the opposite axle, you will determine both the square and lateral alignment of the two axles.
Checking for square with two strings-in-cross is a simple function of geometry. If anyone is having difficulty understanding the principle, draw a perfect square on a piece of paper; now draw an "X" from opposite corners, intersecting at the middle. Measure the length of each "X" line. It will be equal. If you now use a rectangle instead of a square, the results will also be two equal length, intersecting lines. Play with this, and then transfer the "X" lines to your truck's chassis: On your long wheelbase Dodge Ram 3500 truck, the beam axles represent the short ends of a rectangle.
The most elaborate "4-wheel" alignment machine will not produce any more accurate results than doing a string line test properly. Once you get the axles square, you can concentrate on a front wheel alignment. This, as you say, is not rocket science, and it's even easier with a beam front axle.
Camber, in particular, is factory pre-set on a beam axle. Camber measurement indicates the degree to which the axle beams, steering knuckles and ball joints are in alignment. As you mention, you can make camber corrections with off-set ball joints, or eccentric ball-joint seats, and a source for such parts is Specialty Products Company.
Caution: I am against "bending" beam axles to correct slight camber issues unless a racing, weld-on truss is part of the straightening process. (Be aware, too, that welding on a truss is a good way to warp an axle and alter camber!) Consider the axle tube and center section materials plus the original stress that caused the axle to bend. There are metallurgical changes that take place with cold or hot bending. If you need to correct for a slightly bent or out-of-spec axle beam, use offset ball-joints or eccentric ball-joint seats. Make sure the bend did not stress-fracture the axle pieces. Toss out the axle housing if in doubt—you can transfer internal pieces and add-on goodies to a new housing. (See the magazine's many axle rebuilding articles and the HD videos on axle setup.)
Be aware that beam front axles come from the factory with +/- camber often slightly beyond the factory recommended camber degree range. I have seen this on Dana Jeep front axles, typically at the short beam side with more factory welding. An extra 1/8 to 1/4-degree camber at one side is not earthshattering and likely was acceptable during OEM axle assembly and installation. This will not impair vehicle handling and has negligible effect on tire wear if you rotate your tires on time. If you are adjusting caster and camber with offset ball-joints or eccentric ball-joint seats, bring both the caster and camber within their recommended degree ranges.
To answer your questions about "do-it-yourself" alignment, go no further than these three features that I've done at the magazine. They each get brisk traffic, addressing alignment goals with inexpensive solutions for doing your own alignment work.
First is the 'DIY' feature on a beam front axle wheel alignment. This is a useful article for understanding the principles of front wheel alignment as well as a 'how-to' on using an affordable SPC Off-Road Fastrax 91025 gauge kit designed for tires to 44" diameter. Click here to see this DIY how-to and equipment article.
For those on a shoestring budget, a single gauge kit will do. You can even improvise on the need for turn plates. SPC suggests using plastic sheeting beneath the front tires for a slip surface. On a beam axle, you can unload the weight slightly with the use of two floor jacks, raising the weighted axle evenly and just enough to take the heavy load off the front wheels and tires. This provides easier wheel turning.
There is also a photo closer to home, my Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 alignment after installing the Mopar lift kit. Here, I purchased inexpensive front turn plates ($100 for the pair!) from Gil Smith Racing at New York. Gil is a personable family guy, and these plates do the job despite the massive front end weight of the Cummins engine, 9.25" beam axle and 500 pounds of Warn bumper with M12000 winch and stainless wire.
For the Dodge Ram alignment, I added a second Fastrax 91025 alignment gauge kit from SPC to make toe setting easier and quicker. This way, you can use the winged braces and separate gauges at each side of the truck during the alignment procedure. This eliminates the need to swap a single gauge set from one side to the other.
Last, but surely not least, is the HD video walk-through of alignment on a Jeep TJ Wrangler Rubicon. You'll like this for both a visual orientation and added quips about the process. In this HD video, I do use the double alignment gauge sets from SPC and the Gil Smith turn plates. You'll see how this speeds up the process.
Some additional pointers on doing your own alignment at this level: 1) make sure the floor is flat in both directions or compensate when taking the measurements with the bubble gauges, 2) make sure the turn plates are thin (like the Gil Smith type) or if you spring for more commercial type turn plates (available from several sources, do a Google search under "wheel alignment turn plates"), make sure you raise the rear of the truck to compensate for the turn plate height at the front. Even with a 140.5" or longer wheelbase, a sloping or leaning truck will throw off your camber and caster readings with the SPC 91025 bubble gauges...If you want to add a touch of professionalism, purchase a pair of rear slip plates from Gil Smith Racing that will enhance the work and raise the truck's back end to match the front turn plates.
As you mention, always save the toe-in setting for last. Camber and caster angle must be right, with the vehicle setting at static (curb) height on the ground, before setting toe. I use factory toe-in and caster angle settings, and the Dodge Ram handles very well. And, yes, caster is important, this and steering axis inclination (SAI) are what return the front wheels to center after coming out of a corner.
The surest sign of too little caster angle is a vehicle that requires turning the steering wheel back to center after a turn. I'm at 4-degrees positive caster on the Dodge Ram 3500, closer to 7-degees positive on the XJ Cherokee. More can sometimes be better for off-pavement turning radius; however, factory specs are the best for normal tire wear and handling in general.
I mentioned another specification that is of concern during alignment: steering axis inclination (SAI). We can go into this if you want, but the important thing to note for DIY alignment purposes is that strange caster and camber angle readings over the full turning arcs (illustrated in the XJ Cherokee alignment how-to article and shown in the TJ Wrangler HD video coverage) are an indication of a bent steering knuckle on a later beam axle 4x4 or a bent spindle on 2WD and vintage 4WD vehicles.
On alignment equipment that will identify SAI error, if all measurements are correct and SAI is off, we inspect the steering knuckle, spindle or unit bearing hub for damage. Make sure any strange readings are not from bad steering knuckle ball joints or worn wheel/hub bearings! Better yet, inspect for ball joint, wheel bearing and unit hub bearing wear before attempting the alignment. Check steering linkage for loose joints, too.
This is ground school, we can go from here. As a light- and medium-duty truck fleet mechanic in the late 'sixties, I began aligning my own beam axle Jeep CJ3A and vintage '55 Ford F100 at home. On these vehicles, toe-in could be set with nothing more than a tape measure. If you do wheel alignment with turn plates, the steering linkage and suspension will be unloaded, and the measurements will be that much more accurate. Add rear wheel slip plates and Fastrax gauges, and you can emulate a "pro" alignment!
Even on the vintage 2WD and 4WD fleet trucks with beam axles, I did quick, rough-in beam axle wheel alignments with nothing more than a tape measure or a portable, adjustable "toe bar". Floor jacks were placed evenly under the axle at each side. I would lift the axle beam just enough to "unload" the wheels and tires. Before setting toe, I made sure the wheel bearings and kingpin bushings or bearings were in good shape and adjusted properly.
Tape measure alignments on the trail are often necessary when someone bows a tie-rod on a tall rock or snaps a tie-rod in half. A Ready Welder tie-rod repair at Moab's Rose Garden is just one place where your tape measure alignment skills would be popular. This can get a vehicle home from the trail and tracking down the road safely to a wheel alignment shop. When using just a tape measure for toe-set, make sure you follow the tread pattern closely at the front and rear midline of the tires.
When using turn plates to unload and center up the steering linkage and suspension, it helps to bounce the front end. Push down on the front bumper a few times—the bumper is conveniently located at waist height on your Mega Cab!
If necessary, use a pair of floor jacks under the beam front axle to take weight off the wheels and tires, then lightly rock the steering wheel at its center position before setting the front tires and steering wheel to straight ahead. This will unload the steering linkage for more accurate alignment settings.
When using a tape measure only (not the Fastrax 91025's wing arms), always measure matching tread points. Measure as close to the midline (3 and 9 o'clock) of the tires as possible. Avoiding obstacles is sometimes difficult, but midline of the tires is preferred. Always set toe-in, followed by centering up the steering wheel. You center the steering wheel by adjusting the steering linkage sleeves—never by removing the steering wheel and repositioning it!
Caution: The steering wheel spokes are factory set to align with the center or "high" point of the steering gear in the straight ahead steering position. Bring the front wheels into alignment with the centered steering gear and steering wheel—not the other way around! If the steering wheel has been repositioned from factory, find the precise center point of the steering gear. Position the steering wheel there before aligning the front wheels to straight ahead. This also applies when making fine steering wheel position changes after an alignment: Adjust the steering linkage sleeves, do not reposition the steering wheel! Always check toe-in again when you center the steering wheel.
To illustrate how well you can do a 4-wheel alignment with strings, a tape measure, a common spirit level and a protractor, I installed the Full-Traction Ultimate lift kit on the Jeep TJ Wrangler Rubicon in just that way! The job began with the vehicle on my hoist and as level/parallel to the ground as possible.
I placed a pair of adjustable tripod stands beneath each axle and raised the vehicle straight up, just enough to install the lift kit. The axles remained on the stands with cables and other chassis attachments still in place.
After installing the kit, including a bevy of adjustable link arms and a unique rear tri-mount suspension system, I used the string method to square the axles. The rear axle location, fortunately, was fixed by the kit's design, so this became the reference for making everything square with the frame. The approach was similar to the rear leaf springs and center bolts on our Dodge Ram 3500 trucks. In our case, the rear springs and axle spring perches locate the rear axle squarely at the frame.
I set the caster with a quality bubble level and a 180-degree, indexed protractor. I set toe-in with vehicle weight on the axles and tripod stands, using a tape measure fore and aft (as close to 3 and 9 o'clock as practical) at the front tire midlines, keeping the tape as level and parallel to the floor as possible. In my view, this was all just a preliminary, rough adjustment.
The next stop was a friend's shop with a $40K alignment rack capable of 4-wheel "thrust" alignment. On the alignment rack, to everyone's surprise, the entire suspension system took only one-half turn of one threaded link arm tube to be fully square! Caster was on, camber (non-adjustable on a solid beam axle) was okay, toe-in and centering of the steering wheel were just routine, slight adjustments.
Caster angle was within spec and did, as you describe, provide an acceptable angle for the front/pinion U-joint flange. With a double-Cardan (CV) joint at the transfer case, there is some leeway on this front axle pinion joint angle, and the compromise is between caster angle and U-joint angle. Like you comment, caster usually wins if you want the vehicle to steer correctly!
For modified trucks with suspension lifts and oversized wheels and tires, there are two very important considerations for handling. First, the aftermarket wheels' offset and the tire diameter must provide the right intersect point with the ground. This is the "scrub radius".
Visualize the front wheels pointed straight ahead. Draw a line through the ball-joint stud centerlines and observe where that line intersects the tire tread at the ground. This point must be similar to the OEM wheel/tire intersection point, or you will swing the tire on an odd arc during turns, resulting in strange handling and premature tire wear. Scrub radius impacts tire wear as well as handling.
Secondly, consider the arc of radius and caster angle changes as the front suspension (link arms in your case) rise and set. Arc of radius is why we do long-arm kits for dramatic lift. When we increase suspension travel, short arms exaggerate the caster angle changes as the suspension extends and compresses.
Long link arms are the solution for increased suspension travel. Longer arms will create less caster angle change over the suspension and axle's arc of travel—or radius. Simply put, you can set the caster at static/curb weighted chassis height, and the caster angle does not vary excessively as the link arms move up and down with the axle.
When buying an aftermarket suspension lift kit or bigger/wider wheels and tires, consider these issues. In looking at your Mega Cab components, I really like the stamina and quality of the aftermarket joints, link arms and drop brackets! What you want at the end of the day is suspension that behaves as well as or better than OEM engineering—yet with the lift and tires you desire. Going beyond "looks", the goal is to understand the demands and dynamics of vehicle suspension and handling. Doing your own wheel alignment is a good start.
As for the rear axle, the usual concern is pinion and driveline angles for U-joint survival. Within reason, you can rotate the axle housing for pinion angle change without affecting vehicle handling, as the rear drive axle's shafts are not sensitive to caster. (If we were talking about a front wheel drive car or an IRS/AWD car, there would likely be provision for adjusting rear wheel caster, camber and even toe-set.) For our trucks, tall lift blocks at the rear leaf springs can create some issues, mainly traction and spring windup related.
So, you might skip the visit to the local 4-wheel alignment shop and the brief Car and Driver read—likely just long enough for the tech to discover that specifications for your lifted and modified '06 Dodge Ram 4x4 Mega Cab are nowhere to be found in the alignment machine's software program. As an option, consider the SPC Off-Road 91025 alignment equipment...Two kits work even better than one!
Used properly, this accurate, portable SPC setup can help you dial your front end alignment for both safety and good tire life. Bubble caster and camber gauges were an automotive industry standard for at least sixty years prior to light beam, infrared, RF and laser alignment equipment.
I entered the service and repair industry when we were still called "mechanics", and breaker point ignitions were the norm. Smaller shops used floating caster/camber bubble gauges that fit magnetically to the end of front wheel hubs! Professionally, I've spun wrenches all the way into the contemporary electronic fuel-and-spark management "technician" era. Electronic, beam four-wheel alignment equipment has been in vogue for more than three decades now...I find it advantageous to have walked in both worlds.
Beyond alignment, make sure that the wheel offset and tire diameter add up to a safe and tolerable "scrub radius". As an alternative to Car and Driver, sift through this Wiki info about scrub radius and SAI. When you widen the wheel rims, you can only go inward so far. (Rotors, calipers and hubs limit the inward wheel position.) For that reason, wide rims almost always offset to the "negative" direction or outward. If there are wheel backspacing choices, match up the wheel width, backspacing and tire diameter wisely! The concern here is the scrub radius.
We lift our vehicles and mount oversize wheels and tires for a variety of reasons. In the end, we get to make the handling and safety corrections that these modifications require. Routine tire rotation is always essential, even more so when scrub radius and arc of radius get compromised. Once you dial the front end alignment to the best point possible, watch for ball-joint wear, wheel bearing or hub bearing wear and any tire issues. This can sometimes be the price for a lift and oversized tires. We can, however, reduce, minimize or even eliminate that risk and expense!
Posted by Moses Ludel on 28 June 2013 - 05:26 PM
Thanks for catching this post...It's among my favorite subjects, as you might have guessed...
Once the axle gearing is correct, the other factors that drop fuel mileage on your '06 Ram 3500 Cummins would be 1) the increased vehicle height (kiss off aerodynamics of any kind!) and 2) the vehicle's weight over stock. I wound up in a similar situation with a 4" lift, 35" tires and a carload of "cool" accessories! Not sure of your accessories, I added approximately 1,350 pounds to my over-the-road, "unloaded" weight...kind of like perpetually pulling a well equipped tent trailer!
Hey, we all like the "look" and utility of a lifted and accessorized Ram 3500 4x4! Here, the truck we purchased new in October 2004 is undergoing a metamorphosis in 2011, getting ready for show time at the BFGoodrich Tires booth, Off-Road Expo at Pomona, CA! Let's see now, the lift, wheels and 35" tires, we'll add a utility fuel tank that takes us to Moab, Utah and back from the Reno, Nevada area...and that M12000 Warn winch will be a dandy when needed! Oops, there went the 25 mpg. Time for a 4.56:1 axle gear change out!
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Most have no idea how quickly the upgrades and accessory weight add up: Try oversized American Eagle wheels and BFG tires for at least 150# over stock including the spare; a Mopar lift kit after swapping out OEM parts for an added 50 pounds; a Warn M12000 winch for 140# (bare winch wound with wire rope); front and rear HD bumpers for an extra 300#; a Transfer Flow cross bed fuel tank with additional fuel on board: 75 gallons @ 7.1 lb/gallon for Low Sulphur diesel = 532.5 pounds when full plus the aluminized steel tank's weight! Oh, and I do like the three Bestop Treksteps for 60 pounds plus.
I'll comment on your gearing projections, just did the math...If your tire's revolutions per mile are around 560 (Toyo rating for several popular 37" diameter tires, confirm your exact revs per mile), then here are your engine speeds at practical road speeds in overdrive (0.69:1):
4.88 gears @ 70 mph = 2200 engine rpm
4.88 gears @ 65 mph = 2043 engine rpm
4.88 gears @ 55 mph = 1728 engine rpm
4.56 gears @ 70 mph = 2056 engine rpm
4.56 gears @ 65 mph = 1909 engine rpm
4.56 gears @ 55 mph = 1615 engine rpm
According to Cummins, you should use the 4.88:1 gears for a truck under 10000# GVWR and intended for 70 mph cruise. In my experience, though, if fuel mileage were your sole aim without carrying cargo or trailer pulling, I would suggest the 4.56 gearing. This would keep you "in the window" for maximum fuel economy. However, even a light travel trailer would immediately tip the scale toward taxing the engine, which could impact both fuel efficiency and engine life—plus overload the transmission (clutch if manual) and driveline.
Actually, with your 37" tires, the 4.56:1 ratio would be much like your 3.73:1 gears with the Ram 3500's stock tire size. (That was also before accessory add-ons and the lift, too!) In overdrive, that off-the-showroom floor truck fell well below Cummins' recommended 2,150 rpm at 65 mph baseline for fuel efficiency and commercial hauling. I'd again emphasize that 23-25 mpg highway was readily achievable with the stock tires, 3.73 gearing and no load at 65-69 mph (approximately 1800-1950 rpm).
If you pull a trailer very seldom and your add-on accessories weight is modest, fuel efficiency would be good between 55 and 70 mph with 4.56:1 gearing and 37" tires. If the add-ons are like mine, however, your truck has a load before you stack on cargo! The 4.56:1 gearing would not be low enough, you'd be better off with the 4.88:1 gears.
Note: This is why I opted for 4.56:1 with the 35" tires, rather than fiddle with 4.10:1, which would have been the direct correction for the bigger tires. We plan to pull a trailer on occasion—without destroying the powertrain. Also, as I've shared, between the lift height and added accessories weight, this is not the stock truck any more.
Your decision comes down to load and intended cruising speed. Considering the height and weight of your Ram 3500 Mega Cab, you'd likely be "happier", performance wise, with 4.88 gears. When you want fuel efficiency, hold the speed to 65 mph. If that's too slow and you want to "cruise" at 70-plus mph yet get the best fuel efficiency for that rate of speed, consider 4.56:1 axle gearing. You can see by the calculations that the engine would be in Cummins' recommended zone of 2100-2400 rpm when cruising at 72 mph (2114 engine rpm) with 4.56:1 gears in overdrive. With 4.88:1 gears at 72 mph in overdrive, the engine would spin 2263 rpm and eat up fuel.
Cruise speeds above 65 mph will eat fuel, regardless...Moving as much mass as our trucks at speeds above 65 mph requires increasingly more fuel. Base your choice on what cruise speed you find acceptable on the highway—the faster you go, the more fuel the engine will use...guaranteed!
The acceleration might be marginally better with 4.88:1 gears. In terms of gear stamina with a given ring gear size (11.5" and 9.25" in our case), the 4.56 gears are actually stronger due to the larger pinion gear head size. (This is slightly offset by the 4.88:1 additional gear reduction, which helps reduce load a bit.) Given our Ram 3500 ring gear sizes, the stamina distinction is not as severe—nothing like sticking 4.88:1 gears in a Dana 35 Jeep rear axle with a 7.625" diameter ring gear!
We can kick this around more, Megatron. Cummins recommends spinning the engine for "efficiency" and, at least commercially, does not want to "lug" the engine below 1900 rpm at highway cruising speeds. Note that a truck under 10000# GVWR with an H.O. 5.9L Cummins ISB engine is less susceptible to lugging than a Cummins ISB engine in a medium-duty truck.
If you're running an aftermarket performance module or "chip", or have done any other tuning or engine modifications, we need to discuss those variables, too...That could change the rpm scale for maximum performance and fuel efficiency, in turn shifting the rpm band for the gearing.
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Posted by forman on 04 February 2014 - 07:55 PM
Hey I enjoyed the compressor story!
Today I was able to start disassembling the transfer case I followed your procedure and took some photos.
The impact driver worked great on the yoke nuts and to be honest most of what I disassembled today was very easily done. I have to admit once I learned the new to me transfer case nomenclature it went very well, I'm having fun.
I noticed that the intermediate shaft had some wear, I could feel where the gears rode on the shaft. The gear teeth that I can see so far aren't showing any sign of wear I hope some of the photos will show.
In the first photo the bushing on the left looks rough on the outside.
Posted by Moses Ludel on 16 November 2014 - 01:13 PM
That does look like confirmation, Janet. If so, Chrysler and UK VOSA need to work out a safety solution similar to the U.S. NHTSA agreement. The U.S. solution is installation of a Mopar rated and functional tow hitch, which forum member "belvedere" and others have described. The tow hitch solution is the N46 recall agreement between Chrysler and U.S. NHTSA. The Mopar tow hitch solution for the UK should be rated to comply with the Jeep KJ tow capacity as recommended by Chrysler.
If non-towing KJ owners want to opt for the cross brace installation instead of the tow hitch (i.e., they don't want a tow hitch for some reason), that could be part of the UK agreement. Owners who do want a tow hitch could have the Mopar tow hitch installed to comply with the safety recall and use their vehicle for towing if desired. Upon resale of the vehicle, if the KJ has a cross-brace in place and the new owner wants the approved Mopar tow hitch, the tow hitch could be retrofitted (at the new owner's expense) and meet the safety requirement.
Posted by paul on 14 November 2014 - 07:52 PM
hi all again well janet is slowly getting somewhere. I have been down a different path and have also spoken this week to VOSA and to TOWTRUST tow bars. The managing director of towtrust has also spoken to VOSA and has got some measurements from somewhere to enable him to look at a NEW towbar for the kj .He is fully aware of the kj owners plight to date and appears to have taken it all on board .He is going to keep me updated on the issue .He is on vacation till the 1st dec but assures me that he will on his return look at the problem with a view to possible production of a new bar. All i can say at this point is this may be a lifeline to us all and at least we have someone who is trying to help which at this point is more than jeep has. I will keep you all updated as i get additional imformation.Tonight I received a phone call from Jeep Italy asking me to take part in a customer survey, which i found to be very funny indeed. I cannot repeat what i said to them on here but i think that someone got the message there. I don`t expect them to ring again. I am now going to wait on TOW-TRUST and also keep reading here.
cheers, paul
p.s.: keep up the good work Janet!
Posted by biggman100 on 13 November 2014 - 07:00 AM
Posted by biggman100 on 12 November 2014 - 03:26 PM
That sounds like my dad with his newer vehicles. But, my dad also has older trucks he drives like he is qualifying for a nascar race. And i know how you feel about how much you have spent on parts. With what i have spent on the last 5 Dakotas, and the last 3 Subarus, i probably could have bought 3 new Subarus.
Posted by biggman100 on 12 November 2014 - 03:24 PM
All is not lost though, you can still use royal purple in the transfer case and axles, and in the engine.
Posted by biggman100 on 11 November 2014 - 08:57 PM
Megatron, while my experience isnt with the newer 48RE, it is however with several older Dodge A518's, A500's, and A904's, one of which in now sitting in my back yard because i used the wrong fluid. Anyway, i have several early model Dakotas, notably from 1991 to 1995, and one 2000 Dakota, and i have went through a host of transmission issues with them. With the 1991, i had the transmission rebuilt, and instead of using ATF+4, which is what was recommended for it, i used Royal Purple, which was supposedly a direct equivalent, and less than 8000 miles later, it lost 4th gear, and started slipping in the other gears as well. I had it rebuilt, again, and this time, i actually used, to be honest, walmart brand ATF+4, and it lasted more than 90,000 miles, until i tried to tow way too heavy of a trailer and burnt it up again. I also have a 1993, with an A500, that my brother was using, and put 3 quarts of regular ATF in, which caused it to burn up in less than 10,000 miles. I know they are older Dakotas, but those lessons taught me that when it comes to Dodge trucks, using the wrong fluid will come back on you later.
As for the transfer case, i normally use a full synthetic ATF in the Dakotas, and i havent seem to have had any problems there so far.
Posted by biggman100 on 11 November 2014 - 07:59 PM
Megatron, just a thought. You said you want to know how much of an increase you would get if your truck was stock, with the EFI live tuner. One idea, if your dad has the same truck, but his is all stock, would be to plug your tuner in to his truck, and see what changes it makes, good or bad. The downside, of course, would be that he sees a major improvement and then wants to keep the tuner. Also, once you see how his is on the tuner, you might not like yours as much.
Posted by Renney on 08 November 2014 - 03:22 PM
Posted by Moses Ludel on 22 October 2014 - 02:45 PM
TaylynQuay...Welcome to the forums, we're very pleased to have you join the Dodge Ram/Cummins discussion. There is a lengthy topic aimed right at your fuel mileage questions. Please read through the popular (over 22,000 visits as of today!) exchange at our Dodge Ram Cummins forum: http://forums.4wdmec...uel-efficiency/.
If you have any questions or comments after reading through the posts and replies, just ask or post! Looking forward to your participation.
Posted by bmorris57 on 15 October 2014 - 12:07 PM
Moses - Thanks... the diagram certainly helps...
It makes the mind wonder when you see this critical lamp removed and fragments left in the socket.
That said, I really enjoy the jeep and the challenges it provides...
I assume it's easiest to test for vacuum leaks with the engine running to here the leak or observe the impact as you manipulate the vacuum line?
I'll get an update soon...
Posted by Moses Ludel on 27 September 2014 - 04:16 PM
The Jeep legacy...We're four generations now...It does grow on us!
Posted by Moses Ludel on 26 September 2014 - 10:09 PM
Agreed, our sons and only son-in-law have a penchant for Jeep 4x4s, too!
Posted by Moses Ludel on 26 September 2014 - 10:07 PM
Nice, BluFlu! On my son-in-law's YJ Wrangler, we got around the D35 axle shaft issues with Superior Axle & Gear rear axle shafts and an ARB 30-spline differential. I set this up, and with 33" tires, the Jeep has been trouble-free since with lots of hardcore trailing.
Posted by NVjeep on 16 September 2014 - 03:51 PM
Name: Jeep CJ7 (1983)
Date Added: 17 September 2014 - 12:51 AM
Owner: NVjeep
Short Description: CJ with a 4" lift, 33" tires, setup off road ready with most of the bells and whistles. I have it equipped with a TJ hardtop, custom fitted with half doors from a YJ with soft uppers with sliding glass windows. It has a 4.2L straight 6 with carburetor. Four speed transmission. My jeep is the one on the left in the picture.
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Posted by Axl67 on 16 September 2014 - 12:07 PM
Hello, can anyone please help me figure out why my jeep has no spark. The first 2 weeks after i bought it I had no issues. Then one day I turn the key and it wouldn't start. It'll crank but no spark. I unplugged the sparkplug cable that goes from the distributor cap to the coil only to fibnd no spark. I changed the Ignition Module, along with the Coil but still no spark. The frustrating part about it, is that the jeep can go days without any issues. it'll start up and run prfectly fine. But on the days I needed the most...It won't start. I have the jeep towed home twice in the last 3 weeks. Once the tow truck driver leaves I'll turn the key and it starts right up.


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The reasons are varied but the bottom line is that there might be fewer solicitors knocking on doors in several northern Bullitt County communities.
And it poses an interesting dilemma for people who make a practice of soliciting door-to-door.
The cities of Hillview, Hebron Estates and Fox Chase are in the midst of passing ordinances that would place some stiff standards on for-profit operations that like to knock on doors.
The school groups, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and other non-profit groups will be OK.
Others may not be so lucky.
Our first coffee for this year is Saturday at the C & C Restaurant, just off Louisville Road across from Busy Bee. We'll be there at 10:00 and continue for an hour or so. I'll bring information on bills that have been filed, but we can talk about anything you'd like. These are great meetings, my chance for one-on-one with you. I've always encouraged you to call me at home or in Frankfort and I'm sincere about that.
These Saturday gatherings might be even better. The coffee is free, and I hope to see you there.
Around 300 meals were served on Christmas Day as part of the second annual Bounty of Hope hosted by St. Aloysius Catholic Church.
Volunteers prepared the meals which were first delivered to around 80 people.
Then, the gym at St. Aloysius was host over 200 people who came in to enjoy a Christmas meal.
The main sponsors of the event were JOM Pharmaceuticals and Jim Beam Brands.
It has been a tough year for many people in our community and in the nation. At no time has more help been needed for so many.
Once again, the community has come forward during the holiday season.
Throughout the next few weeks, you'll see some of the pictures of those working to help others.
From the 60-plus food baskets collected by the Bullitt Central JROTC to the 300 baskets given out by the Shepherdsville Food Basket program to the 400 distributed by Operation Santa, this is a giving community.
SHEPHERDSVILLE - No one ever said you had to be a brain surgeon to be a criminal.
However, one might question why a person would break into a home when a police car was sitting in the driveway.
According to Shepherdsville Capt. Ken Bernardi, Richard A. Hill, 50, allegedly broke into the home of Hillview police officer Sgt. Ken Straughn.
Bernardi said that Hill worked past Straughn's marked cruiser Tuesday night at his home in Shepherdsville.
Once inside, Hill allegedly refused to leave after he was confronted by Straughn and his family.
SHEPHERDSVILLE - The fields are getting a bit more crowded for the 2010 elections.
Besides the withdrawal of incumbent Danny Fackler from the jailer's race, the biggest news of the week was the filing of former Shepherdsville mayor Joseph Sohm.
Sohm became the third Democrat to put his name into the hat for the office of Bullitt County Judge/Executive.
Sohm joins David Strange and Kenny Hardin in the battle to win the Democratic nomination.
WASHINGTON, DC ee" Today Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) joined the Federal Trade Commission and the Better Business Bureau in a press conference to alert consumers to online deceptive marketing practices associated with free trials with a negative option feature.
According to a Visa survey, 29 percent of American consumers have fallen victim to deceptive marketing when unscrupulous e-commerce merchants require them to cancel or opt-out of a recurring charge for future products or services.
SHEPHERDSVILLE - For years, the Bullitt Central JROTC cadets have collected non-perishable food items for the Shepherdsville food basket program.
But, this year, the efforts were focused toward taking care of families within the Bullitt Central family which needed a little assistance during the holiday season.
Working with the Bullitt Central Youth Services Center, over 60 families will receive assistance this Christmas.
LOUISVILLE - A Mount Washington man entered a not guilty plea on Monday in Jefferson District Court on a murder charge connected to the death of a former girlfriend.
Nicholas Salfi, 28, of Mount Washington, has been charged with murder, attempted murder and tampering with physical evidence.
According to Louisville Metro Police, Salfi went to the Eastern Jefferson County home of his former girlfriend, Kelly Doyle, 25, shortly before 3 a.m. on Saturday.
A Bullitt County delegation, composed of members of the Bullitt County Education Council, met Dr. Michael McCall on Thursday, December 17th.
Dr. McCall is the founding president and CEO of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS).
The delegation was made up of local physician Dr. Mohana Arla, County Judge Melanie Roberts, State Representative Linda Belcher, Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce representative and PBI bank president Keith Griffee, and BCPS Superintendent Keith Davis.
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The on-going beef between Nicki Minaj and Lil Kim has trekked its way into the R&B genre as singer Ciara weighs in on the dispute.
Admitting she is against female artists beefing, Ciara highlighted the positive contributions Nicki and Kim bring to the table.
"I love both women. I think that Lil Kim is truly one of a kind. Her moment that she had in music was amazing. I loved the aggressiveness of Kim's music, as well. It was very authentic. Nicki Minaj, I love her. I like her movement, energy, style. I like that she's being bold. She's breaking barriers and beyond. She's a female rapper but also has pop appeal. I think that's beautiful when any woman is able to do that. I'm not really a big fan of women not being able to get along in our music world, and in general. But I can still say a lot of great things about both ladies." (VIBE)
R&B singer Keri Hilson held a similar stance when recently asked about the beef.
"I don't really know what to think of that beef," Hilson said in an interview. "I don't put too much thought into it because you don't really know what's really going on. I know because I've had similar 'rivalries' and I know how much was spun by the media — I know there's something there, I've seen enough to know there's something there but I don't know what to base it on. I'll say this, I respect both of them. Lil Kim is a pioneer for females in rap and rapping and being as vulgar and forthcoming as she was. She definitely was one of them and Nicki Minaj is doing her own thing. Of course she's said she was inspired by Lil Kim and we can see that. I don't think that means that they have to compete. You can be inspired by so much in life and still carve out a lane for yourself which is what Nicki Minaj has done." (Rap-Up)
Sharing a female rapper perspective, Trina weighed in on the war of words this week.
"I don't think it's good for hip-hop," Trina said in an interview with reporter Peter Bailey. "I think hip-hop, especially when it comes to women, needs to unify. I think there needs to be a bridge that's built together because you have so many new and upcoming artists that's trying to actually get in the hip-hop genre and be a part of it and I think they get drowned in the midst of it. I think we're all adults, we're all grown and we need to handle our business like women. Just continue to do what we're here to do and that's make music and just be great people." (NiteCap)
Responding to Kim's public ridicule last November, Minaj opened up about her tension toward the rap veteran.
Minaj spoke with radio personality Angie Martinez about Kim being a bully toward lady emcees. "It's one of those moments where you say, 'don't play with me,' because I respect you, I love you, I've said it in every interview time and time again, and if that's not good enough with you mama, then it's something deep rooted in you. Something is bothering you inside. That's your insecurity bothering you. [If] it's not Nicki Minaj, it would have been any girl that started poppin'. She picked a fight with Foxy [Brown], then she picked a fight with Eve, then she picked a fight with Remy [Ma], then it was Ms. [Voletta] Wallace, then it was Nicki Minaj. Everytime you in the news is 'cause you gettin' at somebody. Where's your music? Put your music out. When I see your name on Billboard, that's when I'll respond to you. Other than that, goodbye." (Hot 97)
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In Clay County, a Vehicle failed to negotiate a curve, crossed the center line and struck another vehicle head on.
On October 27, 2014, at approximately 6:08 p.m., Matthew Cook, age 23 of Orrick, Missouri was operating a 1984 Ford Mustang. Ann Bush, age 57 of Liberty, Missouri was operating a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
At that said date and time, Matthew failed to negotiate a curve. Matthew crossed the center line and struck Ann's vehicle head on.
Matthew Cook received serious injuries and was transported by EMS to Liberty Hospital. Ann Bush also received serious injuries and was transported by EMS to Liberty Hospital.
Matthews 1984 Ford Mustang received total damages and was towed from the scene by L&L Towing. Ann's 2013 Chevrolet Equinox received total damages and was towed from the scene by L&L Towing.
This auto-crash was investigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and with the assistance of Clay County Sheriff's Department by CPL C. O. Tubbs.