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The article features the Braap Mobile, a Toyota Tacoma pickup truck owned by Andrew Lucas. Lucas needed the truck to bring his bike and gears to the track. It says that upgrading the front suspension was easy with the Total Chaos long-travel system for added track width and wheel travel. With desert racing trucks in mind, Lucas opted for cantilever-mounted shocks.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of participating in the restoration of an IFS S10 Blazer 4x4 truck.

The article highlights the yearly barbecue of the Dezert Dimes, an off-road club composed of Chevy S-10 pickup-owners in Barstow, California.

A photo essay which highlights the 1996 Chevrolet Silverado Z71 4WD pickup truck owned by Wayne Sayetsitty is presented.

A photo essay which looks at the 1996 Ford Ranger Supercab 2WD pickup truck owned by Tim Giles is presented.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for modifying a Red Project Dodge pickup truck nicknamed "Jinxy."

The article offers information on the 2009 top trucks in the U.S. The 1974 Chevrolet crew cab pickup of James Hable is built with the support of Complete Fabrication. The 1989 Ford Bronco of John Townsend is constructed with the assistance of Covina, California-based Solo Motorsports. The 1992 Toyota pickup truck of Dan Vance has survived a rollover while the 1981 Dodge W300 truck of Richmond, Michigan-based Derek Rose costs less than 15,000 U.S. dollars.

The article discusses the upgrading of the heavy-duty Dodge Ram 2500 tow vehicle which needs a quality suspension system. It features the 2-inch performance system from Lorenz Industries, the cheapest of the high-end Dodge kits. The Lorenz kit is already tested in the deserts of California where high speeds make a low center of gravity vital.

The article features the 2003 Ford 150 Supercrew owned by Shawn Cassel of Folsom, California who modified his truck to make it smoother, stronger and faster. With only 9,000 miles on it, Cassel decided to cut it up since parts for the F-150 were adequately supported by the aftermarket. He relates that buying the H&M components were the easy part but connecting the dots from front to end with a full roll cage was tougher.

The article features a modified 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Truck owned by Danny Kirby who wanted to achieve the look, feel and performance on his truck. Kirby wanted his truck to go faster and harder while it lasts longer and, at the same time, look as close to factory condition as possible. Photographs of various truck engine and body parts that Kirby improved to achieve that goal are presented.

A photo essay which documents the customization of a 1992 Ford Ranger truck is presented.

A photo essay which documents the customization of a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck is presented.

The article describes the modified Toyota Tacoma pick-up truck owned by Ken Francisco of Chandler, Arizona. The truck was modified for off-roading. It is equipped with All-Pro Off-Road front and rear bumpers, rocker guards and All-Pro's Tacoma suspension system. The modified Tacoma works well in dirt, sand, rocks and sometimes snow.

The article describes the improvements made to the Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab 4x4 pickup equipped with a new Cummins 6.7 inline-six turbodiesel and 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission. Some improvements include a Mopar under-the-rail bedliner, front suspension, fuel tank and General AmeriTrac tires.

The article focuses on the author’s Project Trailrunner that involves conversion of pick-up truck into an off-road racing vehicle. Several photographs showing the extraction of the engine from the truck are presented. A brief description of the parts to be used in the off-road racing machine is provided.

The article highlights the 2007 Easter Jeep Safari trail ride which was held in Moab, Utah. Obstacles are extremely difficult with no easy bypass, with high possibility of rollover and/or body damage. A total of 15 trucks participated in the said event. All trucks were lifted, locked and equipped with winches.

The article highlights America's Multipurpose Extreme-Duty Utility Pickup from Skyjacker. According to the author, the vehicle enables people to live the lifestyle they want while allowing them to do more jobs with one vehicle. The features and capabilities of the vehicle are discussed by the author. The author also details how Skyjacker developed the vehicle.

The article features a 1985 Ford F-250 four-by-four single-wheel pickup truck converted into a dualie with the addition of wheel spacers from B and W Wheel in Fontana, California. It includes a description of the key features and specifications of the Ford truck, as well as its added accessories that make it more suited for off-road driving.

The article features a 2006 Dodge Ram pickup truck modified with the addition of the Dynatrac Free-Spin Heavy-Duty Front Hub Conversion Kit in the U.S. It includes a description of the key features and specifications of the modified Ram pickup, as well as its added features that make it better suited for off-road driving.

The article features a modified factory-yellow 1997 SuperCab Ranger equipped with a Wheel Travel Kit by Autofab in the United States. It includes information on the key features of the off-road vehicle, as well as the new leaf packs, wheels and tires and high-quality dampers that were added to the pick-up truck.

The article narrates the author's experience on his shift to the Toyota truck '05 Toyota Tundra 4.7L VVt-i V8 4WD pickup for his off-road addicton in Southern California. When he visited his friends over at JBA Headers, he learned that they were on the lookout for an '05 Tundra to fit their new Cat4ward ceramic titanium-coated headers. Moreover, he added that they swapped out the stock exhaust system for a JBA Evol exhaust system.

The article discusses the remodeling made by Suspension Innovation Motorsports to the old F-150 truck of Stu Ackley in the U.S. in 2006. It includes information on the different upgrades and accessories added to the truck, as well as the step-by-step process that went with the remodeling of the vehicle. The issues' implications for off-road vehicles are also cited.

The article evaluates the '04.5 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 4X4 pickup truck from Desert Racing Concepts company and offers information on high-speed dirt performance, suspension and powertrain.

The article discusses the latest Ford Bronco vintage truck makeover by its owner Bill Moore. It all began as a clean, rust-free frame, which Moore found in Colorado. After collecting the frame and all other necessary components at his home in Pennsylvania, he called in some expert assistance to help him in the makeover. Though the frame he started with was clean and rust-free, the body tub was not. Moore decided to have experts at Vintage Specialties to apply their skills on the old sheetmetal.

The article discusses the remodeling of a classic 1975 Ford F-250 4X4 crew cab pickup. The upgrading includes the replacement of Dana 60 Heavy Duty unit to the original rear Dana 60. Detroit Locker, heavy duty axles and larger brakes were also installed. The original NP435 granny-low four-speed manual was replaced with a Ford C6 auto that was rebuilt with additional bonds, heavy duty clutches and torque converter.

The article presents the procedures in installing a cap and bedliner in a 2005 F-150 4X4 pickup by Ford Motor Co. The Z Series cap is ideal for the integration with its clean lines and over-the-rail styling. The Ford Accessories offer a Sportliner Bedrug with the Ford logo. A bedrug is a plastic bedliner that can not be permanently marked by gasoline, diesel, oil or grease.

The article features integrations in the 1985 Toyota pickup truck of Bob Anderson in Delta, Colorado. The Toyota steering box and All-Pro crossover steering were installed in order to turn the big tires. Anderson fabricated a flatbed built of 1.75-inch-diameter, 0.0120-wall tubing and 14-gauge aluminum diamond plate.

The article provides information on the modification made by Harold Hannemann, owner of Hannemann Fiberglass company, to the Ford F350 pickup truck. The F350 is fitted with six RaceRunner sock absorbers. Hannemann places a cowl-induction hood. The truck has a 6.0 Power Stroke that provides a snappy acceleration. They put a dropped pitman arm and matching track bar bracket. Fabtech's multileaf, Teflon, glide-pad-equipped spring replaced the stockers front and rear.

Evaluates the performance of the modified yellow Toyota pickup truck in the Independence Trail system in Penrose, Colorado. Ability of the engine to overcome the rocky trail; Fabrication of the different auto parts and axles to improve the steering power; Protection offered by the truck's design to the driver.

Features the 1989 Toyota pickup truck suitable for off-road racing. Engine type and design; Transmission systems; Driveshafts; Housing and interior of the truck; Performance testing and evaluation.

Features Ken Francisco's 1992 Toyota 4x4 pickup and its trail riding performance from Phoenix, Arizona to Hurricane, Utah. Key specifications; Climbing stability; Suspension and exhaust systems; Wheels; Engine.

Focuses on the online auction of a Dodge Ram 2500 off-road truck in the United States. Auction of the truck at the www.ebaymotors.com; Fund-raising for the Charity Cars; Joint venture between "4-Wheel & Off-Road" and "Four-Wheeler" magazines.

Describes a Toyota Tundra pickup truck lifted by Currie Enterprises. Replacement of the axle with Currie's CMAC housing; Installation of ARB Air Locker and 4.56 ring-and-pinion from Precison Gear; Use of Explorer disc brakes.

Describes the prerunner 198 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck of Jeff Darland of Peoria, Arizona. Suspension modifications; Installation of 4340 chrome-moly tubing from front to back to replace the stock frame; Wheels and rims; Transmission; Weight; Top speed; Shocks.

Describes an extreme-lift Sierra pickup truck owned by Brent Hodges of Clovis, California. Installation of Twisted Suspension Designs' 18-inch suspension lift; Features of the rear suspension; Wheels or tires; Ring-and-pinion.

Reports on the JBA Performance's products to improve engine power of the Ford Ranger pickup truck. JBA Cat4ward headers and stainless steel JBA Evol Exhaust System; JBA Power Cable ignition wire; Installation procedures.

Describes the installation of a large capacity fuel cell from Aero Tec Laboratories in a Toyota Tundra. Site of installation; Legal aspects of the installation; Tools needed in the installation.

Features the Import Crusher, a pickup truck transformed from 2003 Chevy 2500 4x4 HD into an off-road vehicle. Physical description of the vehicle; Type of engine used by the truck; Accessories added to the pickup.

Features the customized 2001 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 4x4 Super Duty truck owned by Peter Dufresne from Phoenix, Arizona. Specifications; Suspension features; Engine details.

Features the Tuff Country lift kit for modifying a simple pickup truck to an off-road vehicle. Design of the stock 4x4 suspension system; Purpose of the 4-inch lift knuckle; Procedure in moving all the front suspension drive components.

Highlights the off-road vehicle racing competition in California, organized by Mojave Desert Racing. Competitors; Racing terrain; Result of the event.

Presents a guide on how to flare the bedside of the truck. Problems of truck owners in bolting up a set of wider wheels and tire for a long-travel suspension; Citations of the things to remember in doing the process of flaring; Materials needed for the adjustment of the bedside.

Focuses on the creation of a bedcage for an off-road truck. Description of the bedcage; Expertise requirement for the construction of the cage; Process involved.

Features the Ford F-550 pickup truck from Ford Motor Co. On- and off-road abilities of the F-550; Design of the truck; Mechanical parts of the automobile.

Presents several models of pickup trucks for off-road racing in the U.S. Type of engine used in the 1996 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 4 x 4; Quality of the suspension lift of the 2002 Toyota Tacoma 4 x 4; Accessories of the 2003 Chevrolet 2500 HD standard cab.

Features the 6-inch suspension lift system for pickup trucks. Design of the system; Capacity to improve the ride quality of Chevrolet 2500HD pickup; Details on the mechanical parts.

Describes the six-inch lift kit developed by Fabtech for the 2004 Ford F-150 pickup truck. Handling; Ride; Braking; Steering characteristics. INSET: Recommendations..

Describes the custom-built truck owned by Santa Clarita, California owner Mike Ruane and developed by C&D Fabrication. Suspension; Wheels/tires; Engine; Transmission; Shocks; Differential.

Introduces the 2004 Ford F-150 SuperCab 4x4, built through a partnership between Fabtech Motorsports and Ford Motor Co. Suspension system; Exterior; Tires; Wheels; Audio equipment; Shocks; Engine.

Features the Underdrive/Overdrive installation unit offered by Gear Vendors Inc. that improves the fuel economy of a pickup truck. Ability of the unit to split the existing gear ratios in the transmission which enables the driver to keep the motor running in the powerband.