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Building
Jeep and Off road models? Here's some reference to help you
make the best model you can. From technical information to
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- 4-Wheel
Freedom : The Art Of Off-Road Driving -
Whether you're thinking about buying a 4-wheel drive vehicle
or are already an experienced 4WDer, there is something in this
complete guide for you. Learn how to drive on snow, ice, rocks,
mud and hills, plus how to choose and use off-road tires, winches
and other specialty gear. Every 4WD owner should own this handy
book.
- 4
Wheeler's Guide to the Rubicon Trail -
The only thing better than this guide, is an actual trip down
the Rubicon Trail.
- US
Army Survival Manual: FM 21-76 - This
is the newer civilian version of the Army survival book, that
concentrates on the straightforward survival material a civilian
going camping may need to know. It is written in vary accessible
easy to understand language, and you do not need to be an expert.
The material includes information on Navigation and compass
use. Health & Hygiene in the outdoors to prevent sickness,
including first aid. Hazards in the wild to watch out for. Foods
and where to find them including harvesting and identifying
native plants and vegetables. How to fish and tons of unusual
different ways to catch them with local materials that actually
work; other food from fresh water sources. Trapping mammals,
rodents, reptiles, insects, catching birds, and more including
how to dress and prepare these. Cooking, preserving food in
the wild. Vital information on the many methods of fire making
including without matches or lighter.
- Am
General Hummers, Mutts, Buses, And Postal Jeeps - While
AM General is almost totally unknown, it makes some of the most
recognizable vehicles in the world including the Hummer, Humvee,
and postal Jeeps. During its relatively short life AM General
has produced a wide range of commercial and military vehicles
including postal service Jeeps and vans, military trucks from
the 1/4- up to 5-ton models, military trailers, transit buses,
motor home chassis, and more.
- Car
Coloring Books - Of all kinds. Great for youngsters.
- Chassis
and Suspension Handbook - Chassis and suspension modifications
for Chevy, Ford, Jeep and Dodge trucks. Includes sections on
lift kits, shocks, springs, chassis modifications for off-road
use, tires and wheels.
- Complete
WW2 Military Jeep Manual - A comprehensive manual containing
full info on how to maintain and overhaul the Willys MB and
Ford GPW. Includes US Army official service manuals; TM9-803,
operation and basic vehicle maintenance.: TM9-1803A, engine
and clutch; TM9-1803B, power train, body, frame and special
tools.
- Four-Wheeler
Chassis & Suspension Handbook - Four-Wheeler Chassis
& Suspension Handbook
- How
to Modify Your Jeep Chassis and Suspension for Off road Use
- This book offers a compilation of tech articles from JP magazine,
the number one magazine for Jeep enthusiasts. Includes articles
on tires, wheels, brakes, lift kits, shocks, springs, and chassis
stiffening/bracing.
- Jeep
4X4 Performance Handbook - This is a very thorough and easy
to understand book. It is extremely well written. It covers
more than the Jeep vehicles themselves, it also covers Jeep
accessories and how to use them, as well as all the basics of
four-wheelin'.
- Jeep
Cj Rebuilder's Manual, 1972-1986: Mechanical Restoration, Unit
Repair and Overhaul Performance Upgrades for Jeep Cj-5, Cj-6,
Cj-7, and Cj-8/Scrambler - For the Jeep vehicle owner who
finds the typical workshop manual impossible to decipher, Moses
Ludel breaks ground with this book. The author and photographer/illustrator
of more than 2,500 magazine tech articles and five popular Owner’s
Bible™ books, Moses undertook the Jeep® CJ Rebuilder’s
Manual to meet the needs of Jeep vehicle owners and restorers.
Using a pictorial, step-by-step format, this ambitious effort
launches a series of ‘how-to’ rebuild manuals with
a photograph marking each technical step.
- Jeep
Cj Rebuilder's Manual, 1946-1971: Mechanical Restoration Unite
Repair and Overhaul Performance Upgrades for Jep CJ-2A, CJ-3A,
CJ-3B, CJ-5 and CJ-6 and MB, M38, and M38A1 - Is it time
to rebuild the axles or install a locking differential on your
vintage Jeep vehicle? Does your CJ model need a frame-off restoration?
Between these covers you will find the unit repair and overhaul
steps for completely rebuilding a 1946-1971 Jeep CJ! If engine,
transmission, transfer case, axle, steering, electrical or metal
restoration seem difficult or beyond your skills, here is the
fix! Jeep vehicle expert, automotive instructor and author of
the Jeep® Owner’s Bible™, Moses Ludel demystifies
the most complex service procedures.
- Jeep
Color History - Adapted from a spartan military design,
Jeep defined the standard for civilian off-road performance
in the 1950s. Today, as an integral member of the Daimler Chrysler
family, Jeep is a major player in the high-end sport utility
market. With special attention to the development of the off-road
and SUV markets, this color history profiles Jeep's remarkable
evolution from its years as the stout cornerstone of American
Motors through its incorporation into Chrysler. Striking color
photography of classic Jeeps from throughout the years includes
such popular and collectible models like CJs, pickups, Jeepsters,
Forward Control trucks, military Jeeps, Wagoneers, Cherokees,
Wranglers, and more.
- Jeep
Color Series - One of the greatest and most recognizable
icons in automotive history is the seven-slotted, googly-eyed
facade associated with Jeep. This informative overview takes
enthusiasts through the entire history of Jeep vehicles, from
the first utilitarian workhorse delivered to American GIs in
1941 to today's SUV's piloted by suburban housewives. Stock
production CJ's, Wranglers, Wagoneers, and Cherokees are pictured
both on and off the beaten path, along with less ubiquitous
pickups, wagons and Commandos.
- Jeep
Owner's Bible: A Hands-On Guide to Getting the Most from Your
Jeep - For Jeep fans, Jeep owners, and even those just contemplating
the purchase of a Jeep, there is no substitute for this incredibly
popular, versatile vehicle-over 3.5 million Jeeps have been
sold since 1945. And for everything you need to get the most
out of Jeep ownership, there is no substitute for "Jeep
Owner's Bible"(tm) by Moses Ludel, recognized as the most
comprehensive, authoritative guide to the Jeep ever published.
In the words of "Jeep Owner's Bible"(tm) author Ludel,
"For those who never intend to work on their Jeep themselves,
the "Jeep Owner's Bible"(tm) provides basic orientation,
explains mechanical features of Jeep 4WD trucks, offers valuable
troubleshooting tips and makes it easier to discuss repair or
modification work with a professional mechanic. For the do-it-yourselfer,
"Jeep Owner's Bible"(tm) serves as a technical guide,
model review, and data source
- Jeep
Military Portfolio 1941-1945 - This book traces the evolution
of the WW2 Willys MB & Ford GPW jeeps. It includes driving
impressions, service data, history and a report of the "Seep"
amphibian. Filled with black & white photos and illustrations.
A very interesting book that all Jeep lovers must have!
- Jeeps
- Technical manual collection on CD-ROM - Department of
Defense - Jeeps - Technical manual collection on CD-ROM
- Jeep:
Willys, Ford & Bantam Models, 1941-1945 - This book
has over 130 photographs with 50 in full color! It contains
all the essential facts about war-time Willys, Ford and Bantam
Jeeps. A history, description and analysis of all models and
variants. Including specifications and production figures.
- Jeeps
1941-45 - The jeep was the most famous military vehicle
of World War II, and its name has become synonymous with a whole
class of military and civilian all-terrain vehicles. The jeep
originated in a prewar US Army requirement for a simple, inexpensive,
and robust vehicle for basic utility chores. Its simple design
proved to be adaptable to a host of military tasks including
use as a scout vehicle, battlefield ambulance, communications
vehicle, and staff car. This book, covering “the
savior of World War II, focuses on the design and development
of this versatile vehicle used on nearly every front of World
War II.
- Jeep
Wrangler - This book features all Jeep Wrangler models built
from 1987 through 2006. It contains complete details of annual
changes, model-by-model, their prices and those of trim levels,
and options. It is illustrated with hundreds of color photographs
of virtually every Wrangler model, their interiors, distinguishing
features and options. A detailed index provides the reader of
quick access to information of interest. Adding to the depth
of the book's detailed text are excerpts from interviews with
key Jeep officials and designers, as well as contributions from
many Wrangler owners and enthusiasts.
- Off-Roader
Driving, Edition 1.2 - This is an excellent 4wd manual.
In fact, it is probably the best basic 4wd user book currently
in publication. From the first look at the index on the cover
flap, to the quality paper and color pictures, you know that
this book is different from most.
- Off-Road
4-Wheel Drive Book: Choosing, Using and Maintaining Go-Anywhere
Vehicles - The British point of view
makes the book a bit quirky and centered on Rovers, but a refreshing
perspective. You won't find the fat tire, bigger is better mentality
here. Good information on self-reliant get there and back 4
wheeling is what this book is about. The preponderance of desert
travel observations were particularly useful for the locale
I explore.
- Off-Road
Racing - Describes the nature, vehicles, and competitions
of off-road racing, focusing on four-wheel drive race vehicles
such as Range Rovers, Landcruisers, and Jeeps.
- Off-Road
Recovery Techniques: A Practical Handbook on the Principles
and Use of Equipment - Cole gives
good safety information, and recommends a very comprehensive
toolkit (weighing in at almost 200 lbs. excluding winch). His
gadgets and tricks are well suited to four-wheeling in his native,
deforested England, where it's hard to find a tree to winch
to.
- Rare
WW2 Jeep Photo Archive, 1940-1945 - This book covers the
first years of the Jeep's military history from around the world.
Shows very rare military Jeep photographs, and covers the Bantam/Willys/Ford
Jeep. Also listings of Jeep related magazines, clubs, other
Jeep books and Military suppliers. Over 600 photographs.
- Rigging
- Dept. of Defense - This excellent book covers rigging
and application of fiber rope, wire rope and chains used in
various combinations to raise and move heavy loads. Chapters
on knots, splices and attachment. Hoisting chains and hooks,
slings and much more. Very well illustrated. Don't use ropes
without it!
- SAS
Survival Handbook: How to Survive in the Wild, in Any Climate,
on Land or at Sea - - The SAS Survival
Handbook is the Special Air Service's complete course in being
prepared for any type of emergency. John 'Lofty' Wiseman presents
real strategies for surviving in any type of situation, from
accidents and escape procedures, including chemical and nuclear
to successfully adapting to various climates (polar, tropical,
desert), to identifying edible plants and creating fire. The
book is extremely practical and is illustrated throughout with
easy-to-understand line art and diagrams.
- SAS
Survival Driver's Handbook - Not just for rough terrain,
but covers information on security, defensive, evasion, recovery
and yes survival skills for the driver. Not a bad all round
book.
- Standard
Catalog of Jeep: Includes Early Military Jeeps - Jeep is
an American icon. It maintains tremendous popularity with a
half million new Jeep owners each year. this new full color
standard catalog covers every civilian Jeep model produced since
the 1940s, with photographs, detailed technical specifications,
corporate and product developments, and historical notes. Coverage
of specifications includes vehicle identification number decoding,
original factory pricing shipping weight, production total,
and engine, transmission, and chassis options. Special chapters
discuss prototypes, specialty models, concept cars, and Jeep
models built overseas. Old Cars Price Guide editors provide
collector prices for each model in six conditions.
- The
Story of Jeep - The Story of Jeep comes to life in color!
In this fantastic updated second edition. Jeep expert Patrick
Foster documents the fascinating evolution of one of the country's
best-loved vehicles, covering every civilian Jeep model produced
from the 1940s to today, with updates spanning 1999-2004. Foster
also provides a look at the first military vehicles that gave
Jeep its beginning.
- Trucks
& Off-Road Vehicles - Trucks & Off-Road Vehicles.
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Essential
Military Jeep: Willys, Ford & Bantam Models 1941-45

Jeep
Color History
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