You read it right, 4340 vs. 4340. Not all 4340 Chromoly Axle Shafts are created equal. I’m going to attempt to explain this without bashing anyones product as much as possible, but the number one question I hear about axle shafts is, “why would I buy Superior Axle 4340 chromoly axle shafts when brand X has 4340 chromoly axle shafts for cheaper, and have a no questions asked warranty?” One the of the biggest and simplest answer is, brand X’s 4340 chromoly…. isn’t the same as US 4340.
The Price of Inflation – The Ultimate Air CO2 Air System
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A familiar sight at any trail head these days is to see wheelers airing down their tires in preparation for the up coming run. They air down their tires to increase the contact patch of the tire with the terrain thus increasing traction. Of course when the trial ride is over and it is time to drive on the street again it is important to air up the tires before hitting the pavement at normal highway speeds. Many companies have built electric and engine driven air compressor systems to help with this task as well as in some cases to run air tools for doing trail repairs. These systems however are anchored to the vehicle and you are limited by how ever long the hose is as to what the range is on using the system on another vehicle. For the last several years companies have been converting CO2 tanks for use in airing up tires and running air tools. Ultimate Air is one of these companies and they sent us this excellent example of just such a system so we could try it out and give our verdict.
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SOLID – Dana 44 Front End Kit w/ 30 Spline Stub Axle Shafts – 6 on 5.5 Bolt Pattern – Nissan
If you have a you have a copy of the Sept. ’08 Petersons 4 Wheel and Off Road Magazine laying around, you will want to check out pages 90 & 91 to check out Solid Axle Industries’ beefy new Dana 44 Front End Kit.