Don’t Skip This Step: Why a Follow Up Brake Service Bleed Matters After Your Big Brake Upgrade Upgrading to a big brake kit is one of the best safety and performance improvements you can make to your vehicle. But to get the absolute best pedal feel and braking consistency from your new system, there is […]
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Many 4×4 owners in the US have experienced unexplained vibrations after installing All-Terrain (AT) or Light Truck (LT) tires, especially those with aggressive tread patterns. Even after having the wheels balanced, the shake often persists between 60–75 mph. This issue is more than a nuisance, it can lead to premature wear of suspension components, steering
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Why Bigger Wheels Are Popular in the Off-Road World From a visual standpoint, nothing gives a 4×4 more presence than a set of oversized wheels and all-terrain tyres. For off-road enthusiasts and overlanders, these upgrades are more than just cosmetic, they improve ground clearance, traction, and the ability to tackle rugged trails and obstacles. But
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The Role of Brake Cooling in Off-Road Performance When navigating steep trails, descending mountain passes, or hauling a fully-loaded overland rig through technical terrain, your brake system is working overtime. What many drivers don’t realize is that managing heat is one of the most critical factors in maintaining brake performance and reliability off-road. Let’s take
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When it comes to upgrading the brake system on a heavy 4×4 vehicle, many people focus on the most obvious metric: stopping distance. And while a properly engineered brake upgrade can indeed reduce stopping distances in a single emergency stop, that’s not the ultimate goal. The real performance benchmark is whether your brakes deliver consistent,
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Upgrading Brakes for Towing: What You Need to Know Towing a trailer, camper, or boat transforms how your truck or SUV behaves on the road. One of the most critical, and most often overlooked areas affected by towing is your braking system. Whether you’re hauling gear to the trailhead or pulling a camper across state
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When it comes to modifying your truck or SUV, brake upgrades are often overlooked in favor of lift kits, tires, or performance mods. But if you’ve added weight to your vehicle, think rooftop tents, extra fuel/water, steel bumpers, bigger wheels, or if you frequently tow or hit off-road trails, your braking system might be under
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